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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1987CAVALIER BASE, 4D SEDAN, STANDARD, M19REPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCESYSTEMFUEL INJECTION SYSTEM - TBIREMOVAL & INSTALLATIONELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE (ECM)REMOVAL
1987 Chevrolet Cavalier Base, 4D Sedan, Standard, M19
Electronic Control Module (ECM): Removal
1987 Chevrolet Cavalier Base, 4D Sedan, Standard, M19SECTION Removal
Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove interior covering of ECM location. Disconnect ECM electrical leads. Remove ECM and carefully remove PROM from ECM.
CAUTION:
To prevent internal ECM damage, ignition switch must be in "OFF" position when disconnecting or reconnecting power to ECM (for example, battery cable, ECM pigtail, ECM fuse, jumper cables, etc.).
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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.