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Electronic Brake Control Module Replacement w/o JL4


Object Number: 1772699  Size: MF

Callout

Component Name

Notice: Always connect or disconnect the wiring harness connector from the EBCM/EBTCM with the ignition switch in the OFF position. Failure to observe this precaution could result in damage to the EBCM/EBTCM.

Preliminary Procedures

  1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
  2. Reposition the air cleaner outlet resonator forward slightly. Lift to release the resonator from the studs on the rail. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Resonator Replacement .
  3. Clean the electronic brake control module (EBCM) to brake pressure modulator valve (BPMV) area of any accumulated dirt and foreign material.

1

Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM) Electrical Connector

Procedure

Lift the EBCM electrical connector locking lever upward.

2

EBCM Screw (Qty: 3)

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

Tighten
2.3 N·m (20 lb in)

3

EBCM O-Ring Seal (Qty: 8)

Procedure

If installing a new EBCM, install new O-ring seals.

4

Electronic Brake Control Module

Procedure

  1. Separate the EBCM from the brake pressure modulator valve (BPMV) by carefully pulling apart. Do not pry apart.
  2. Clean the sealing surface of the BPMV with denatured alcohol and a clean shop cloth.
  3. If installing a new EBCM, program the EBCM. Refer to Electronic Brake Control Module Programming and Setup .

Removal Procedure

Notice: Always connect or disconnect the wiring harness connector from the EBCM/EBTCM with the ignition switch in the OFF position. Failure to observe this precaution could result in damage to the EBCM/EBTCM.

  1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
  2. Thoroughly clean the electronic brake control module (EBCM) to brake pressure modulator valve (BPMV) area of any accumulated dirt and foreign material.

  3. Object Number: 1943764  Size: SH
  4. Disconnect the EBCM electrical connector (1) by lifting the locking tabs on the lower edge of the lever.
  5. Position the electrical connector toward the front of the vehicle.

  6. Object Number: 1943765  Size: SH
  7. Disconnect the power brake booster vacuum sensor electrical connector (1).
  8. Disconnect the brake fluid level indicator switch electrical connector (2).
  9. Release the engine wiring harness retaining clip from the master cylinder mounting stud and position the harness (3) downward.

  10. Object Number: 1943766  Size: SH
  11. Remove the 2 upper EBCM bolts (1).

  12. Object Number: 1943769  Size: SH
  13. Remove the 2 lower EBCM bolts (1).

  14. Object Number: 1943771  Size: SH
  15. Carefully separate the EBCM (1) from the BPMV.
  16. Do not pry the components apart.


    Object Number: 1943773  Size: SH
  17. If installing a new EBCM, remove the 12 EBCM seals (1).
  18. Clean the sealing surface of the BPMV with denatured alcohol and a clean shop cloth and allow to dry.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1943773  Size: SH
  1. If installing a new EBCM, install the 12 EBCM seals (1).

  2. Object Number: 1943771  Size: SH
  3. While aligning the brake pressure sensor to the BPMV, carefully install the EBCM (1) to the BPMV.
  4. Do not force the components together.

    Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1943769  Size: SH
  5. Install the 2 lower EBCM bolts (1).
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 2.3 N·m (20 lb in).


    Object Number: 1943766  Size: SH
  7. Install the 2 upper EBCM bolts (1).
  8. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 2.3 N·m (20 lb in).


    Object Number: 1943765  Size: SH
  9. Position the engine wiring harness upward and connect the power brake booster vacuum sensor electrical connector (1).
  10. Connect the brake fluid level indicator switch electrical connector (2).
  11. Install the engine wiring harness (3) retaining clip to the master cylinder mounting stud.

  12. Object Number: 1943764  Size: SH
  13. Position the EBCM electrical connector (1) to the EBCM.
  14. Lower the lever until the locking tabs are fully engaged.

  15. If installing a new EBCM, program the EBCM. Refer to Control Module References.
  16. Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle.
  17. Observe the brake pedal feel after performing the diagnostic system check. If the pedal now feels spongy, air may have been introduced into the secondary hydraulic circuit of the brake modulator which then may have been introduced into the primary circuit. If the pedal feels spongy, perform the Antilock Brake System Automated Bleed Procedure.

Electronic Brake Control Module Replacement w/JL4

Removal Procedure

Notice: Always connect or disconnect the wiring harness connector from the EBCM/EBTCM with the ignition switch in the OFF position. Failure to observe this precaution could result in damage to the EBCM/EBTCM.

  1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
  2. Thoroughly clean the electronic brake control module (EBCM) to brake pressure modulator valve (BPMV) area of any accumulated dirt and foreign material.

  3. Object Number: 1943764  Size: SH
  4. Disconnect the EBCM electrical connector (1) by lifting the locking tabs on the lower edge of the lever.
  5. Position the electrical connector toward the front of the vehicle.

  6. Object Number: 1943765  Size: SH
  7. Disconnect the power brake booster vacuum sensor electrical connector (1).
  8. Disconnect the brake fluid level indicator switch electrical connector (2).
  9. Release the engine wiring harness retaining clip from the master cylinder mounting stud and position the harness (3) downward.

  10. Object Number: 1943766  Size: SH
  11. Remove the 2 upper EBCM bolts (1).

  12. Object Number: 1943769  Size: SH
  13. Remove the 2 lower EBCM bolts (1).

  14. Object Number: 1943771  Size: SH
  15. Carefully separate the EBCM (1) from the BPMV.
  16. Do not pry the components apart.


    Object Number: 1943773  Size: SH
  17. If installing a new EBCM, remove the 12 EBCM seals (1).
  18. Clean the sealing surface of the BPMV with denatured alcohol and a clean shop cloth and allow to dry.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1943773  Size: SH
  1. If installing a new EBCM, install the 12 EBCM seals (1).

  2. Object Number: 1943771  Size: SH
  3. While aligning the brake pressure sensor to the BPMV, carefully install the EBCM (1) to the BPMV.
  4. Do not force the components together.

    Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1943769  Size: SH
  5. Install the 2 lower EBCM bolts (1).
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 2.3 N·m (20 lb in).


    Object Number: 1943766  Size: SH
  7. Install the 2 upper EBCM bolts (1).
  8. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 2.3 N·m (20 lb in).


    Object Number: 1943765  Size: SH
  9. Position the engine wiring harness upward and connect the power brake booster vacuum sensor electrical connector (1).
  10. Connect the brake fluid level indicator switch electrical connector (2).
  11. Install the engine wiring harness (3) retaining clip to the master cylinder mounting stud.

  12. Object Number: 1943764  Size: SH
  13. Position the EBCM electrical connector (1) to the EBCM.
  14. Lower the lever until the locking tabs are fully engaged.

  15. If installing a new EBCM, program the EBCM. Refer to Electronic Brake Control Module Programming and Setup .
  16. Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle .
  17. Observe the brake pedal feel after performing the diagnostic system check. If the pedal now feels spongy, air may have been introduced into the secondary hydraulic circuit of the brake modulator which then may have been introduced into the primary circuit. If the pedal feels spongy, perform the Antilock Brake System Automated Bleed Procedure .