Removal [08/2020 - ]: Procedure

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DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 2
REMOVE COOL AIR INTAKE DUCT SEAL
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 1 [04/2018 - 08/2021] , or refer to PROCEDURE - Step 1 [08/2021 - ]
REMOVE NO. 1 ENGINE COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 20
REMOVE INLET AIR CLEANER ASSEMBLY
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 21
REMOVE AIR CLEANER ASSEMBLY WITH AIR CLEANER HOSE
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 22

REMOVE ECM

Rotate the 3 levers while pushing the locks, and disconnect the 3 ECM connectors.

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NOTE:

After disconnecting the ECM connectors, make sure that dirt, water or other foreign matter does not contact the connecting parts of the ECM connectors.

Remove the 2 bolts, nut and ECM.

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NOTE:

If the ECM has been struck or dropped, replace it.

REMOVE NO. 1 ECM BRACKET

Remove the 2 screws and No. 1 ECM bracket from the ECM.

REMOVE NO. 2 ECM BRACKET

Remove the 2 screws and No. 2 ECM bracket from the ECM.