1996 Ford F-150 ECU replacement

Tiny
BUDSLEY
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  • 1996 FORD F-150
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.
Tuesday, November 18th, 2008 AT 8:40 AM

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Tiny
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.
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Tuesday, November 18th, 2008 AT 8:54 AM
Tiny
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Thanks Dave: That confirmed my suspicitions about the way to remove the ECU. Budsley
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