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Removal Procedure

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    Fig 1: Identifying Engine Harness Electrical Connectors
    GM1651050Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Using a scan tool, retrieve the percentage of remaining engine oil. Record the remaining engine oil life.
  2. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
  3. Disconnect the body wiring harness electrical connector (3) from the engine control module (ECM).
  4. Disconnect the engine harness electrical connectors (2) from the ECM.
  5. Fig 2: Identifying ECM
    GM1651051Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Control module damage may result when the metal case contacts battery voltage. DO NOT contact the control module metal case with battery voltage when servicing a control module, using battery booster cables or when charging the vehicles battery.
  6. Disengage the side retaining tab in order to release the ECM (1) from the bracket.