Pcm Removal/Installation: Notes

2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring, Automatic TransSECTION Notes
  1. When replacing the PCM, perform the following:
  2. Remove the battery cover.
  3. Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [LF] ).
  4. Remove the air cleaner case. (See INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
  5. Move the water hose from the PCM cover slightly out of the way.
  6. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
    Fig 1: Identifying PCM Components Removal Sequence
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  7. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  8. When replacing the PCM on the vehicles, perform the following:
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
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