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HOMESERVICE MANUALSKIA2015FORTE5 SX, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCEENGINE CONTROL SYSTEMSENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM - 1.6LENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM)REPAIR PROCEDURESREMOVAL

2015 Kia Forte5 SX, Standard Trans

Repair Procedures: Removal

2015 Kia Forte5 SX, Standard TransSECTION Removal

NOTE: When replacing the ECM, the vehicle equipped with immobilizer must perform the following procedure.

[In The Case Of Installing Used ECM]

Perform "Neutral mode" procedure with GDS. (Refer to "IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM ")
Insert the key and turn it to the IGN ON and OFF position. Then the ECM key register process is completed automatically.

[In The Case Of Installing New ECM]

Insert the key and turn it to the IGN ON and OFF position.

Then the ECM key register process is completed automatically.

Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal.
Disconnect the ECM Connector (A).

Fig 1: ECM Connector
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Remove the battery (Refer to "CHARGING SYSTEM ").
Remove the mounting bolts and nut, and then remove the ECM assembly (A).

Fig 2: Removing ECM Assembly
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Remove the ECM (B) after removing 4 nuts (A) from the bracket.

Fig 3: ECM Nuts & Bracket
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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.