Where is the engine control module located in the Hyundai Sonata?

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MacValentina
07/30/25 12:24am
The engine control module (ECM) of the Hyundai Sonata is located beneath the air conditioning panel, near the driver's side accelerator pedal. The ECM is an electronic device that automatically processes input signals from various sensors according to predetermined programs and outputs signals to actuators to control vehicle operation. The Hyundai Sonata has the following body dimensions: length 4955mm, width 1860mm, height 1445mm, with a wheelbase of 2890mm and a fuel tank capacity of 60 liters. The Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a 1.5T turbocharged engine, delivering a maximum power of 125kW and a maximum torque of 263Nm, paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.
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