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Removal & Installation

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Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove any component necessary to gain access to PCM. For PCM location, see PCM LOCATION table. Loosen PCM connector retaining bolt (if equipped). Unplug harness connector from PCM. Remove 2 PCM mounting bolts. Remove PCM cover and PCM. On Excursion and Super-Duty Pickup, removal of left fender liner may be necessary to remove PCM connector. To install, reverse removal procedure.

PCM LOCATION

Model Location
Econoline Left Rear Of Engine Compartment, Near Master Cylinder
Excursion Behind Left Side Of Instrument Panel, Near Brake Pedal, Through Bulkhead
Expedition, Explorer, Mountaineer, Navigator, & Ranger Right Rear Of Engine Compartment, Mounted On Cowl
Pickup
F150 & F250 Light-Duty Behind Right Kick Panel, Through Bulkhead
Super-Duty Behind Left Side Of Instrument Panel, Near Brake Pedal, Through Bulkhead
Villager Behind Glove Box
Windstar Right Rear Of Engine Compartment, Mounted On Cowl