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HOMESERVICE MANUALSHYUNDAI2003SANTA FE BASE, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCEREMOVE, OVERHAUL & INSTALLENGINE CONTROLS - REMOVAL & INSTALLATIONCOMPUTERIZED ENGINE CONTROLSENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM)REMOVAL & INSTALLATION
2003 Hyundai Santa Fe Base, Automatic

Removal & Installation

2003 Hyundai Santa Fe Base, AutomaticSECTION Removal & Installation
  1. Using scan tool, retrieve and record all Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs). Ensure ignition switch is in OFF position. Disconnect negative battery cable.
  2. Locate ECM. See LOCATING ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) . Disconnect ECM harness connector. Remove ECM mounting screws or clips. Remove ECM.
  3. To install, reverse removal procedure. Ensure all harness and cable connections are clean and tight.
LOCATING ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM)

Application ECM Location
Accent Behind Right Side Of Dash
Elantra Behind Left Side Of Dash Above Kick Panel
Santa Fe (2.7L) Under Center Of Dash
Sonata (2.7L) Under Lower Center Of Dash
Tiburon Behind Right Side Of Dash
RENDER: 1.0x

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  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.