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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMERCURY2006MARINER 4WD V6-3.0L VIN 1REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTRELAYS AND MODULES - POWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTRELAYS AND MODULES - COMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSENGINE CONTROL MODULESERVICE AND REPAIR
2006 Mercury Mariner 4WD V6-3.0L VIN 1
Engine Control Module: Service and Repair
2006 Mercury Mariner 4WD V6-3.0L VIN 1SECTION Service and Repair
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM)

Removal and Installation
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Remove the 2 powertrain control module (PCM) stud bolt nuts and position the wiring harness and the manifold absolute pressure sensor aside.
- To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
3. Disconnect the 3 PCM electrical connectors.
4. Remove the 2 stud bolts and the PCM.
- To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
5. Remove the PCM cowl seal.
6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Removal and Installation
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Remove the 2 powertrain control module (PCM) stud bolt nuts and position the wiring harness and the manifold absolute pressure sensor aside.
- To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
3. Disconnect the 3 PCM electrical connectors.
4. Remove the 2 stud bolts and the PCM.
- To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
5. Remove the PCM cowl seal.
6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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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.