Brad's Car Manuals: A 3rd party mirror of CHARM + LEMON car manuals
Home >> Ford >> 2003 >> ZX2 Automatic >> Repair and Diagnosis (Single Page) >> Engine Performance >> Remove, Overhaul & Install >> Engine Controls - Removal & Installation >> Computerized Engine Controls >> Powertrain Control Module >> Removal & Installation (A/T)

Removal & Installation (A/T)

Download the full database via torrent (~1.1 TB)  |  Download Brad's custom LEMON patches

Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove parking brake and shifter consoles. Place gearshift lever in Low and remove shift indicator plate screws and turn shift indicator plate one quarter turn counterclockwise. See Fig 1. Loosen PCM connector retaining bolt, located in center of instrument panel, below center console. Slide PCM out. See Fig 2. To install, reverse removal procedure. Ensure anti-rattle clips are correctly aligned when installing PCM.

Fig 1: Locating Shift Indicator Plate Screws
G00228572Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Fig 2: Removing PCM
G00228573Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.