Powertrain Control Module (PCM): Removal
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position on a hoist. For additional information, refer to
JACKING & LIFTING
article.
- Retrieve the module configuration. Carry out the module configuration retrieval steps of the Programmable Module Installation (PMI) procedure. For additional information, refer to
MODULE CONFIGURATION -- FUSION MILAN & MKZ
article.
- Remove the cowl panel grille. For additional information, refer to
FRONT END BODY PANELS -- FUSION, MILAN & MKZ
.
- Disconnect the vacuum hose from the vacuum brake booster.
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- Disconnect the 3 PCM electrical connectors.
- Remove the ground strap bolt and disconnect the ground strap retainer.
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- Remove the two LH splash shield pin-type retainers and position the LH splash shield aside.
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- Remove the lower PCM bolt and the upper PCM bracket bolt.
- Remove the upper PCM bolt and the PCM bracket from the PCM.