Removal and Installation

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CAUTION: Prior to removal of the four-wheel drive (4WD) control module, it is necessary to upload module configuration information to a diagnostic tool. This information needs to be downloaded into the new module once installed. Refer to MODULE CONFIGURATION .

Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
Open and lower the glove box compartment.

Fig 1: Locating Glove Box Compartment
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Disconnect the connectors from the 4WD module.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Connectors From 4WD Module
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Remove two nuts, one bolt and the 4WD module.

Fig 3: Removing Nuts, Bolt And 4WD Module
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
CAUTION: Once the new 4WD control module is installed, it is necessary to download the module configuration information from the diagnostic tool into the new module. Refer to MODULE CONFIGURATION .