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Powertrain Control Module (PCM): Removal

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  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING article.
  2. 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.
  3. Remove the cowl panel grille. For additional information, refer to FRONT END BODY PANELS -- FUSION, MILAN & MKZ .
  4. Disconnect the vacuum hose from the vacuum brake booster.
    Fig 1: Locating Vacuum Hose Of Vacuum Brake Booster
    G07785837Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Disconnect the 3 PCM electrical connectors.
  6. Remove the ground strap bolt and disconnect the ground strap retainer.
    Fig 2: Locating Ground Strap Bolt And Ground Strap Retainer
    G07785838Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Remove the two LH splash shield pin-type retainers and position the LH splash shield aside.
    Fig 3: Locating LH Splash Shield Pin-Type Retainers
    G07785839Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Remove the lower PCM bolt and the upper PCM bracket bolt.
    • Remove the PCM.
  9. Remove the upper PCM bolt and the PCM bracket from the PCM.
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