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Removal Procedure

    Important: It is necessary to record the remaining engine oil life. If the replacement module is not programed with the remaining engine oil life, the engine oil life will default to 100%. If the replacement module is not programmed with the remaining engine oil life, the engine oil will need to be changed at 5000 km (3,000 mi) from the last engine oil change.

    Important: It is necessary to record the remaining automatic transmission fluid life. If the replacement module is not programed with the remaining automatic transmission fluid life, the automatic transmission fluid life will default to 100%. If the replacement module is not programmed with the remaining automatic transmission fluid life, the automatic transmission fluid will need to be changed at 83000 km (50,000 mi) from the last automatic transmission fluid change.

  1. Using a scan tool, retrieve the percentage of remaining engine oil and the remaining automatic transmission fluid life. Record the remaining engine oil and the remaining automatic transmission fluid life.
  2. Turn OFF the ignition.

  3. Object Number: 104644  Size: SH

    Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

  4. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  5. Remove the screw retaining the intake air duct/resonator (3) to the PCM housing.

  6. Object Number: 104607  Size: SH
  7. Unsnap the air filter housing clamps on top of the air cleaner housing assembly.
  8. Pull the intake air duct/resonator assembly (2) up enough to remove the air cleaner cover (3) and the PCM.
  9. Slide the air cleaner element assembly toward the fender to separate the air cleaner element assembly from the air inlet assembly.

  10. Object Number: 142193  Size: SH
  11. Loosen the PCM connector attaching bolts.
  12. Disconnect both PCM connectors.
  13. Remove the PCM (1).

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 142193  Size: SH

    Important: If the PCM is being programmed using the Off-Board method, perform the programming before continuing with the steps listed below. Refer to the Off-Board procedure in Powertrain Control Module Programming .

  1. Install the PCM (1).
  2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  3. Install the PCM connectors.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the PCM connectors screws to 8 N·m (71 lb in).


    Object Number: 104607  Size: SH
  5. Install the air cleaner cover (3) onto the air inlet housing.
  6. Snap the assembly clamps into place.

  7. Object Number: 104644  Size: SH
  8. Align the intake air duct/resonator assembly (3) into place.
  9. Install the screw onto the intake air duct/resonator assembly.
  10. Tighten
    Tighten the intake air duct clamp to 3 N·m (27 lb in).

  11. Connect the negative battery cable.
  12. Program the PCM. Refer to Powertrain Control Module Programming .