The first step when replacing an Engine Control Module should be turning off ignition to protect the module from internal damage during connector installation or removal and power disconnection procedures. The metal control module frame should not receive battery voltage to protect its operation and touching connector pins or solder connections is unsafe because it generates electrostatic discharge. Check the connector surfaces for debris before checking if the gaskets are correctly installed to stop contaminant penetration. A scan tool should be used to record the remaining engine oil life data because lack of programming will cause the new module to default to 100% leading to an oil change at 5,000 km (3,000 mi) based on the last change. Proceed with disabling the negative
Battery Cable and releasing the ecm electrical connector retainers before pulling out the connectors from the ecm position. The installation requires removal of the ecm after detaching its retainer tabs which secure the ecm against the bracket. The installation process of this unit requires users to first insert the bottom ecm tabs into the bracket before pushing the ecm unit to lock it in place with retainer clips applied to both the upper and lower electrical connectors. Ending the procedure requires reattaching the negative Battery Cable and performing an ecm programming step for any newly installed unit.