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Installation [10/2015 - 11/2017]: Procedure
- INSTALL NO. 2 ECM BRACKET
- Install the No. 2 ECM bracket to the ECM with the 2 screws.
Torque: 4.5 N.m (46 kgf/cm, 40 in.lbf)
- Install the No. 2 ECM bracket to the ECM with the 2 screws.
- INSTALL NO. 1 ECM BRACKET
- Install the No. 1 ECM bracket to the ECM with the 2 screws.
Torque: 4.5 N.m (46 kgf/cm, 40 in.lbf)
- Install the No. 1 ECM bracket to the ECM with the 2 screws.
- INSTALL ECM
- Install the ECM to the engine room ECU box with the 2 nuts.
Torque: 5.5 N.m (56 kgf/cm, 49 in.lbf)
NOTE:- Install the ECM to the engine room ECU box with the name plate facing the outside of the vehicle.
- If the ECM has been struck or dropped, replace it.
- Install the ECM to the engine room ECU box with the 2 nuts.
- ENGAGE WIRE HARNESS
- Engage the wire harness to the engine room ECU box.
- Engage the wire harness clamp.
- for AA81E:
- Connect the transmission control ECU assembly connector.
- Engage the wire harness to the engine room ECU box and connect the 6 ECM connectors.NOTE:
- When connecting the connectors, make sure that dirt, water or other foreign matter does not become stuck between the connectors and other part.
- Be sure to securely connect the ECM connectors.
- Engage the guide and connect the connector holder to the engine room ECU box.
- Engage the claw.
- Connect the 2 engine wire harness connectors (B).
- Connect the engine wire harness connector (A) as shown in the illustration.
- Engage the wire harness to the engine room ECU box.
- INSTALL ENGINE ROOM ECU COVER
- Install the engine room ECU cover with the 3 bolts.
Torque: 5.5 N.m (56 kgf/cm, 49 in.lbf)
NOTE:Make sure that the wire harness does not get caught between the parts.
- Install the engine room ECU cover with the 3 bolts.
- CONNECT CABLE TO NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL NOTE:
When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected.
Refer to INITIALIZATION [10/2015 - 11/2017]
- PERFORM INITIALIZATION
Refer to INITIALIZATION [10/2015 - 11/2017]
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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.