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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1987S10/T10 P/U 4WD V6-173 2.8LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTRELAYS AND MODULES - POWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTRELAYS AND MODULES - COMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSENGINE CONTROL MODULESERVICE AND REPAIR
1987 Chevrolet S10/T10 P/U 4WD V6-173 2.8L
Engine Control Module: Service and Repair
1987 Chevrolet S10/T10 P/U 4WD V6-173 2.8LSECTION Service and Repair
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*** THIS PROCEDURE HAS BEEN UPDATED BY TSB # 88-42, dated 9/87
Some replacement ECM's may come with a replacement PROM already installed in them. If this situation occurs, remove prom from old ECM and install in rebuilt ECM.
When replacing a production ECM with a service ECM, transfer the broadcast code and production number from the production unit to the service unit. Also, during replacement, the PROM, and if equipped, the CALPAK must be removed from the ECM being replaced and transferred to the new unit. Refer to "PROM, REPLACE" and "CALPAK, REPLACE" for procedure.
1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
2. Locate ECM on passenger side under the instrument panel hush panel. (see figure 1.).
3. Remove ECM mounting hardware.
4. Remove ECM from passenger compartment.
5. Reverse procedure to install.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.