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HOMESERVICE MANUALSISUZU2006ASCENDER S, 5.3 M, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT VARIANT/TRIMSECTION 1 (ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM - 4.2L - INTRODUCTION (2 OF 2))REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSPOWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE
2006 Isuzu Ascender S, 5.3 M, 4WD
Removal Procedure
2006 Isuzu Ascender S, 5.3 M, 4WDSECTION Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
- Using a scan tool, retrieve the percentage of remaining engine oil. Record the remaining engine oil life.
- Loosen the PCM harness connector bolts (4) from the center of the PCM harness connectors.
- Remove the PCM harness connectors (2) from the PCM (1).
- Remove the PCM retaining bolts (3) and nuts (6).
- Slide the PCM (1) away from the intake manifold past the mounting studs (5) and remove PCM from the vehicle.
- Remove the PCM mounting studs (5) from the intake manifold only if replacing the studs.
IMPORTANT:
It is necessary to record the remaining engine oil life. If the replacement module is not programed with the remaining engine oil life, the engine oil life will default to 100 percent. If the replacement module is not programmed with the remaining engine oil life, the engine oil will need to be changed at 5000 km (3,000 mi) from the last engine oil change.
NOTE:
In order to prevent internal damage to the PCM, the ignition must be OFF when disconnecting or reconnecting the PCM connector.
NOTE:
Refer to PCM AND ESD NOTICE
in Cautions and Notices.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.