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HOMESERVICE MANUALSKIA2017RIO EX, 4D HATCHBACKREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE PERFORMANCEENGINE CONTROL SYSTEMSENGINE CONTROL SYSTEMENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM)REPAIR PROCEDURESREMOVAL
2017 Kia Rio EX, 4D Hatchback

Repair Procedures: Removal

2017 Kia Rio EX, 4D HatchbackSECTION Removal
NOTE: When replacing the ECM, the vehicle equipped with immobilizer must be performed the procedure as below.

[In the case of installing used ECM]

  1. Perform "Neutral mode" procedure with GDS. (Refer to " IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM ")
  2. 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.
  1. Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect the negative (-) battery cable.
  2. Disconnect the ECM Connector (A).
    Fig 1: Locating ECM Connector
    G11845115Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  3. Remove the battery (Refer to "CHARGING SYSTEM ").
  4. Remove the mounting bolts and nut, and then remove the ECM bracket assembly (A).
Fig 2: Locating ECM Bracket Assembly
G11845116Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
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