E-Fuse Module (2nd Generation) - Remove And Replace: Removal
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This procedure is for vehicles built after April 24, 2019. For vehicles built through April 24, 2019, see E-FUSE MODULE (1ST GENERATION) (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
- Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace) .
- Remove the LH and RH underhood aprons. See Underhood Apron - LH (Remove and Replace) .
- Remove the HEPA filter inlet duct. See Duct - HEPA Filter - Inlet (Remove and Replace) .
- Remove the HEPA filter outlet duct. See Duct - HEPA Filter - Outlet (Remove and Replace) .
- Disconnect 12V power. See DISCONNECT 12V POWER .
- Remove the underhood fusebox. See FUSEBOX - UNDERHOOD - 2ND GENERATION (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
- Remove the cowl screen panel. See Panel - Cowl Screen (Remove and Replace) .
- Remove the wiper motor assembly. See Wiper Motor Assembly (Remove and Replace) .
- Remove the bolt that attaches the air suspension reservoir to the bracket.
- Move the air suspension reservoir aside for access.NOTE: Maneuver the air compressor reservoir below the A/C line.
- Remove the nut that attaches the E-fuse module to the battery coolant heater bracket.
- Lift the E-fuse module upwards to release the tabs (x2) that attach it to the battery coolant heater bracket.
- Remove the bolt that attaches the 12V cable cover to the E-fuse module, and then remove the cover.
- Remove and discard the bolt that attaches the 12V power supply cable to the E-fuse module.
- Remove and discard the bolt that attaches the DCDC positive cable to the E-fuse module.
- Remove the bolts (x3) that attach the cover to the E-fuse module.
- Release the tab, and then remove the cover from the E-fuse module.
- Remove and discard the bolts (x2) that attach the large cables to the bottom of the E-fuse module.
Tip: Note the location of the cables to ease the installation process.
- Remove the screw that attaches the smaller cable to the bottom of the E-fuse module.
- Release the red locking tab, and then disconnect the logic electrical connector from the E-fuse module.
- Use a small flat head screwdriver to gently pry on the end of the RH side cover to release the cover from the E-fuse module.
- Notice the location of each cable connected to the side of the E-fuse module by wire color prior to removal of the cables, and then remove the screws (x6) that attach the cables to the module.
- Remove and discard the bolt that attaches the ground cable to the E-fuse module, and then remove the E-fuse module from the vehicle.