Electronic Throttle Control Relay: Removal

2014 Subaru Impreza Sport LimitedSECTION Removal
  1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Ground Cable From Battery
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  2. Remove the knee airbag module. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Knee Airbag Module.>
  3. Release the lock and remove the fuse holder from the relay & fuse box.
    Fig 2: Locating Relay & Fuse Box
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  4. Disconnect the connectors from the relay & fuse box.
  5. Remove the bolts (A) and nuts (B), and remove the relay & fuse box.
    Fig 3: Locating Relay & Fuse Box With Mounting Bolts And Nut
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  6. Remove the electronic throttle control relay from the relay block on the back side of the fuse block.
    Fig 4: Locating Electronic Throttle Control Relay From Relay Block
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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