1996 Ford F150 ecu replacement

1996 FORD F-150
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BUDSLEY
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Electrical problem
1996 Ford F150 V8 Two Wheel Drive 121000 miles

My ecu is bad and I trying to remove it. I assume it comes out thru the engine bay. Do I have to remove the inner fender well to get it out or can someone tell me how to remove it. Thanks.
Nov 18, 2008 at 12:40 AM
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DAVE H
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POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE
Removal & Installation
Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove any component necessary to gain access to PCM. Loosen PCM connector retaining bolt (if equipped). Unplug harness connector from PCM. Remove 2 PCM mounting bolts. Remove PCM cover and PCM. Removal of fender liner may be necessary to slide PCM out. Removal of fender liner may be necessary to slide PCM out. To install, reverse removal procedure.
Nov 18, 2008 at 12:54 AM
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BUDSLEY
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Thanks Dave: That confirmed my suspicitions about the way to remove the ECU. Budsley
Nov 18, 2008 at 1:40 AM
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