Last Modified: 08-21-2023 6.11:8.1.0 Doc ID: RM100000001AYSE
Model Year Start: 2019 Model: Avalon Prod Date Range: [04/2018 - 08/2021]
Title: 2GR-FKS (ENGINE CONTROL): ECM: REMOVAL; 2019 - 2021 MY Avalon [04/2018 - 08/2021]

REMOVAL

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

The necessary procedures (adjustment, calibration, initialization or registration) that must be performed after parts are removed and installed, or replaced during ECM removal/installation are shown below.

Necessary Procedures After Parts Removed/Installed/Replaced

Replaced Part or Performed Procedure

Necessary Procedure

Effect/Inoperative Function when Necessary Procedure not Performed

Link

Battery terminal is disconnected/reconnected

Perform steering sensor zero point calibration

Lane Departure Alert System (w/ Steering Control)

2019 - 2021 MY Avalon [04/2018 - 08/2021]; PRE-COLLISION: PRE-COLLISION SYSTEM (for Gasoline Model): INITIALIZATION

Pre-collision System

Intelligent Clearance Sonar System*1

Lighting System (for Gasoline Model with Cornering Light)

Memorize steering angle neutral point

Parking Assist Monitor System

2019 - 2022 MY Avalon [04/2018 -        ]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PARKING ASSIST MONITOR SYSTEM (for Gasoline Model): INITIALIZATION

Panoramic View Monitor System

2019 - 2022 MY Avalon [04/2018 -        ]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: PANORAMIC VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM (for Gasoline Model): INITIALIZATION

Replacement of ECM

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) registration

MIL comes on

2019 - 2022 MY Avalon [04/2018 -        ]; 2GR-FKS (ENGINE CONTROL): SFI SYSTEM: REGISTRATION

ECU communication ID registration (Immobiliser system)

Engine start function

2019 - 2020 MY Avalon [04/2018 - 08/2020]; THEFT DETERRENT / KEYLESS ENTRY: SMART KEY SYSTEM (for Start Function, Gasoline Model): REGISTRATION 2021 - 2022 MY Avalon [08/2020 -        ]; THEFT DETERRENT / KEYLESS ENTRY: SMART KEY SYSTEM (for Start Function, Gasoline Model): REGISTRATION

Replacement of ECM

(If transaxle compensation code read from ECM)
  • Perform reset memory*2
  • Transfer transaxle compensation code
  • Perform road test to allow ECM to learn
  • Large shift shock
  • Deterioration of fuel efficiency

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2019 - 2022 MY Avalon [04/2018 -        ]; UA80E (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION / TRANSAXLE): AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SYSTEM: REGISTRATION for Registration

Replacement of ECM

(If transaxle compensation code not read from ECM)
  • Perform reset memory*2
  • Reset transaxle compensation code
  • Perform road test to allow ECM to learn

Replacement of ECM

Code registration (Smart Key System (for Start Function))
  • Wireless Door Lock Control System
  • Smart Key System (for Entry Function)
  • Smart Key System (for Start Function)
  • Steering lock function

2019 - 2020 MY Avalon [04/2018 - 08/2020]; THEFT DETERRENT / KEYLESS ENTRY: SMART KEY SYSTEM (for Start Function, Gasoline Model): REGISTRATION 2021 - 2022 MY Avalon [08/2020 -        ]; THEFT DETERRENT / KEYLESS ENTRY: SMART KEY SYSTEM (for Start Function, Gasoline Model): REGISTRATION

  • *1: When performing learning using the Techstream.

    Click here 2019 - 2022 MY Avalon [04/2018 -        ]; PARK ASSIST / MONITORING: INTELLIGENT CLEARANCE SONAR SYSTEM (for Gasoline Model): CALIBRATION

  • *2: Not necessary when ECM replaced with new one

NOTICE:

  • After turning the engine switch off, waiting time may be required before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal. Therefore, make sure to read the disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal notices before proceeding with work.

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  • If the ECM has been struck or dropped, replace it.
  • Perform Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) registration when replacing the ECM.

    Click here 2019 - 2022 MY Avalon [04/2018 -        ]; 2GR-FKS (ENGINE CONTROL): SFI SYSTEM: REGISTRATION

PROCEDURE

1. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

Click here 2019 - 2021 MY Avalon [04/2018 - 08/2021]; MAINTENANCE: 2GR-FKS BATTERY: REMOVAL+

2. REMOVE COOL AIR INTAKE DUCT SEAL

Click here 2019 - 2021 MY Avalon Avalon HV [04/2018 - 08/2021]; EXTERIOR PANELS / TRIM: FRONT BUMPER: REMOVAL+

3. REMOVE INLET AIR CLEANER ASSEMBLY

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4. REMOVE AIR CLEANER ASSEMBLY WITH AIR CLEANER HOSE

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5. REMOVE ECM

(a) Rotate the 2 levers while pushing the locks, and disconnect the 2 ECM connectors.

NOTICE:

After disconnecting the ECM connectors, make sure that dirt, water and other foreign matter does not contact the connecting parts of the ECM connectors.

(b) Remove the 2 bolts, nut and ECM.

NOTICE:

If the ECM has been struck or dropped, replace it.

6. REMOVE NO. 1 ECM BRACKET

(a) Remove the 2 screws and No. 1 ECM bracket from the ECM.

7. REMOVE NO. 2 ECM BRACKET

(a) Remove the 2 screws and No. 2 ECM bracket from the ECM.