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2002 Jeep Liberty Limited Edition 2WD V6-3.7L VIN K
Engine Control Module: Service and Repair
2002 Jeep Liberty Limited Edition 2WD V6-3.7L VIN KSECTION Service and Repair
REMOVAL
USE THE DRB SCAN TOOL TO REPROGRAM THE NEW POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) WITH THE VEHICLES ORIGINAL IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) AND THE VEHICLES ORIGINAL MILEAGE. IF THIS STEP IS NOT DONE, A DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) MAY BE SET.

The PCM is located in the engine compartment near the battery.
To avoid possible voltage spike damage to the PCM, ignition key must be OFF and negative battery cable must be disconnected before unplugging PCM connectors.
1. Disconnect negative battery cable at battery.
2. Remove cover over electrical connectors. Cover snaps onto PCM.
3. Carefully unplug the three 32-way connectors from PCM.
4. Remove three PCM mounting bolts and remove PCM from vehicle.
INSTALLATION
USE THE DRB SCAN TOOL TO REPROGRAM THE NEW POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) WITH THE VEHICLES ORIGINAL IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) AND THE VEHICLES ORIGINAL MILEAGE. IF THIS STEP IS NOT DONE, A DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) MAY BE SET.
1. Install PCM and 3 mounting bolts to vehicle.
2. Tighten bolts. Refer to torque specifications.
3. Check pin connectors in the PCM and the three 32-way connectors for corrosion or damage. Also, the pin heights in connectors should all be same. Repair as necessary before installing connectors.
4. Install three 32-way connectors.
5. Install cover over electrical connectors. Cover snaps onto PCM.
6. Install battery cable
7. Use the DRB scan tool to reprogram new PCM with vehicles original Identification Number (VIN) and original vehicle mileage
USE THE DRB SCAN TOOL TO REPROGRAM THE NEW POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) WITH THE VEHICLES ORIGINAL IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) AND THE VEHICLES ORIGINAL MILEAGE. IF THIS STEP IS NOT DONE, A DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) MAY BE SET.
Fig.9 PCM Remove/Install:
The PCM is located in the engine compartment near the battery.
To avoid possible voltage spike damage to the PCM, ignition key must be OFF and negative battery cable must be disconnected before unplugging PCM connectors.
1. Disconnect negative battery cable at battery.
2. Remove cover over electrical connectors. Cover snaps onto PCM.
3. Carefully unplug the three 32-way connectors from PCM.
4. Remove three PCM mounting bolts and remove PCM from vehicle.
INSTALLATION
USE THE DRB SCAN TOOL TO REPROGRAM THE NEW POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) WITH THE VEHICLES ORIGINAL IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) AND THE VEHICLES ORIGINAL MILEAGE. IF THIS STEP IS NOT DONE, A DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) MAY BE SET.
1. Install PCM and 3 mounting bolts to vehicle.
2. Tighten bolts. Refer to torque specifications.
3. Check pin connectors in the PCM and the three 32-way connectors for corrosion or damage. Also, the pin heights in connectors should all be same. Repair as necessary before installing connectors.
4. Install three 32-way connectors.
5. Install cover over electrical connectors. Cover snaps onto PCM.
6. Install battery cable
7. Use the DRB scan tool to reprogram new PCM with vehicles original Identification Number (VIN) and original vehicle mileage
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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.