Mack Trucks, Inc.

Greensboro, NC USA

Service Bulletin
Trucks

This service bulletin replaces bulletin 284-21 dated 4.2010.

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Engine Control Module, Replacement

MP7

Engine Control Module, Replacement

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This information covers the procedure for replacement of the Engine Control Module (ECM)
on the Mack MP7 engine.

Contents

Engine Control Module (ECM), Replacement, page 2

Note: Information is subject to change without notice.

Illustrations are used for reference only and can differ slightly from the actual vehicle being
serviced. However, key components addressed in this information are represented as
accurately as possible.
Note: You MAY NOT replace an ECM without prior authorization from Mack Trucks.

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Engine Control Module (ECM), Replacement
You must read and understand the precautions and guidelines in Service Information, Function Group 20, "Engine
Safety Practices" before performing this procedure. If you
are not properly trained and certified in this procedure, ask
your supervisor for training before you perform it.

Removal
1
Apply the parking brake and place the shift lever in neutral.
2
Remove all cables from ground (negative) battery terminals
to prevent personal injury from electrical shock.
3
Remove inner splash guard as an assembly.
Note: Some models may be equipped with fender extenders,
attached to the inner splash guard. Remove these as an
assembly.
4
Loosen the clamps and remove the crankcase ventilation inlet coupling hose.

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5
Remove the bolts mounting the upper and lower wiring harness P-clamps to the ECM housing.

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Push the connector lock inward and rotate outward to disconnect both the wiring harnesses from the ECM.

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Remove the ECM cooling plate bolts.

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Disconnect the oil supply line from the crankcase ventilation
separator. Move the line and secure it out of the way of the
ECM.

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Pull the cooling plate back away from the ECM and secure it
out of the way.

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10
Remove the mounting bolts and remove the ECM from the
engine block.

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Installation
Note: Make sure that the ECM contact surface is free of dirt.
If the ECM is painted in the region contacting the coil, remove
the paint to allow the most efficient cooling.
1
Place the ECM in position on the engine block and install the
mounting bolts. Tighten the mounting bolts to specification.
Refer to Specifications in Group 20.
Note: Make sure that rubber isolators are correctly installed
and that the ground strap is grounded to the engine block.

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Install the fuel cooling plate to the ECM and tighten the
mounting bolts to specification.

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3
Lubricate with clean engine oil and install a new O-ring on
the crankcase ventilation separator oil line. Connect the oil
line and tighten securely.

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Carefully connect the upper and lower wiring harnesses to
the ECM. Verify that connectors are locked in position.

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Install the bolts mounting the wiring harness P-clamps to the
ECM.

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Install the crankcase ventilation inlet coupling hose and tighten the clamp securely.

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7
Install the inner splash guard as an assembly.
8
Install all previously removed cables to the ground (negative)
battery terminals.
9
Connect VCADS Pro to the diagnostic connector and program the ECM (if not yet programmed).
10
Start the engine and check that there are no diagnostic trouble codes (DTC).
11
Perform a Service Regeneration due to filter regeneration information lost when the ECM is replaced.