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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

Notice: To prevent equipment damage, never connect or disconnect the wiring harness connection from the EBCM with the ignition switch in the ON position.

  1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
  2. Remove the fuel injector sight shield, 3.8L engine only. Refer to Fuel Injector Sight Shield Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 3.8L.
  3. Remove the front fender upper diagonal brace. Refer to Front Fender Upper Diagonal Brace Replacement in Body Front End.
  4. Disconnect the accelerator and cruise control cable from the accelerator control cable bracket.
  5. Disconnect the cruise control module from the left strut tower. It is not necessary to remove the cable from the module. Refer to Cruise Control Module Replacement in Cruise Control. Position the module and cables aside.
  6. Remove the air cleaner intake duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Inlet Duct Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.4L. Air Cleaner Inlet Duct Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.8L.

  7. Object Number: 393786  Size: SH
  8. Disengage the red locking tab (1) from connector lock tab.
  9. Push down lock tab and then move sliding connector cover (2) to the open position.
  10. Disconnect the electronic brake control module (EBCM) harness connector.
  11. Remove any dirt/debris from the assembly.

  12. Object Number: 459499  Size: SH
  13. Remove the 4 EBCM to brake pressure modulator valve (BPMV) retainers.
  14. Important: Do not pry apart using a tool. Be careful not to damage BPMV surface.

    Important: Care must be taken not to damage the solenoid valves when the EBCM is removed from the BPMV.

  15. Separate the EBCM from the BPMV by gently pulling apart until separated.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 459499  Size: SH
  1. Install the EBCM to the BPMV.
  2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  3. Install the 4 retainers that attach the EBCM to BPMV.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the retainers to 5 N·m (44 lb in).


    Object Number: 393786  Size: SH
  5. Connect the EBCM harness connector.
  6. Push down lock tab (1) and then move sliding connector cover (2) back in the home position to lock.
  7. Reengage the red locking tab (1) to the connected lock tab.
  8. Install the air cleaner intake duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Inlet Duct Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.4L. Air Cleaner Inlet Duct Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.8L.
  9. Reposition the module and cables. Connect the cruise control module to the left strut tower. Refer to Cruise Control Module Replacement in Cruise Control.
  10. Connect the accelerator and cruise control cable to the accelerator control cable bracket.
  11. Install the front fender upper diagonal brace. Refer to Front Fender Upper Diagonal Brace Replacement in Body Front End.
  12. Install the fuel injector sight shield, 3.8L engine only. Refer to Fuel Injector Sight Shield Replacement in Engine Mechanical-3.8L.
  13. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN position, do not start engine.
  14. Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information.
  15. Refer to Control Module References for programming and setup information.