Sierra 2500 Denali 2WD V8-6.0L (2011)
Engine Control Module: Service and Repair
Engine Control Module Replacement
Caution:
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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.
Note: Record the current Engine Oil Life percentage, and use a scan tool to update the NEW ECM, if replacing.
Removal Procedure
1. Record the current Engine Oil Life percentage, and use a scan tool to update the NEW ECM, if replacing.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Single Battery) (See: Starting and
Charging/Battery/Battery Cable/Negative/Service and Repair)Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (TP2) (See: Starting and
Charging/Battery/Battery Cable/Negative/Service and Repair).
3. Disengage the engine wiring harness upper electrical connector retainer (2) and remove the connector (1) from the ECM.
4. Disengage the engine wiring harness lower electrical connector retainer (3) and remove the connector (4) from the ECM.