Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Installation Procedure
- Install the PCM to the vehicle.
- Install the PCM wiring harness.
- Tighten the PCM electrical connector screws (1).
Tighten: Tighten the PCM electrical connector bolts to 8 N.m (71 lb in).
- Install the PCM to the PCM housing.
- Install the PCM housing cover.
- Install the bolt (1) to the PCM cover housing.
Tighten: Tighten the PCM housing cover bolt to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Install the front air deflector. Refer to Air Deflector Replacement - Front in Body Front End.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Connect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure in Engine Electrical.
- Program the PCM. Refer to Powertrain Control Module Programming and Setup in Programming and Setup.
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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.
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