Four Wheel Drive (4WD) Control Module Removal/Installation

2008 Mazda Tribute s Sport, 4WDSECTION Four Wheel Drive (4WD) Control Module Removal/Installation
Fig 1: Four Wheel Drive (4WD) Control Module Replacement Components With Torque Specifications
G05460005Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  1. Remove the floor console. See FLOOR CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .
  2. Remove the two 4WD control module nuts.
    • To install, tighten to 10 N.m {1.0 kgf.m, 89 in.lbf}.
  3. Remove the 4WD control module.
    • Disconnect the electrical connector.
  4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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