Equinox AWD V6-3.4L (2008)
Engine Control Module: Service and Repair
Engine Control Module Replacement
Notice:
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Turn the ignition OFF when installing or removing the control module connectors and disconnecting or reconnecting the power to the control
module (battery cable, powertrain control module (PCM)/engine control module (ECM)/transaxle control module (TCM) pigtail, control module
fuse, jumper cables, etc.) in order to prevent internal control module damage.
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Control module damage may result when the metal case contacts battery voltage. DO NOT contact the control module metal case with battery
voltage when servicing a control module, using battery booster cables, or when charging the vehicle battery.
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In order to prevent any possible electrostatic discharge damage to the control module, do no touch the connector pins or the soldered components
on the circuit board.
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Remove any debris from around the control module connector surfaces before servicing the control module. Inspect the control module connector
gaskets when diagnosing or replacing the control module. Ensure that the gaskets are installed correctly. The gaskets prevent contaminant intrusion
into the control module.
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The replacement control module must be programmed.
Important: It is necessary to record the remaining engine oil life. If the replacement module is not programed with the remaining engine oil
life, the engine oil life will default to 100 percent. If the replacement module is not programmed with the remaining engine oil life, the engine oil
will need to be changed at 5000 km (3,000 mi) from the last engine oil change.
Important: It is necessary to record the remaining automatic transmission fluid life. If the replacement module is not programed with the
remaining automatic transmission fluid life, the automatic transmission fluid life will default to 100 percent. If the replacement module is not
programmed with the remaining automatic transmission fluid life, the automatic transmission fluid will need to be changed at 83000 km (50,000
mi) from the last automatic transmission fluid change.
Removal Procedure
1. Using a scan tool, retrieve the percentage of remaining engine oil and the remaining automatic transmission fluid life. Record the remaining engine
oil and the remaining automatic transmission fluid life.
2. Slide the engine control module (ECM) retainer rearward, disengaging the retainer from the battery shield.
3. Remove the ECM retainer from the top of the battery shield.
