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  Blank ECM Programming Procedure (Summary)  
 

Below is a summary of the steps for Blank ECM programming. For details, go to Blank ECM Programming Procedure (details).

For vehicles where the ECM can be accessed (ECM P/N can be read) with C-III plus:

a. Connect and launch C-III plus:

> From the C-III plus home page, Select Re/Programming, Configuration.

> Proceed to Re/programming.

> Select Programming (not reprogramming).

b. Select Before ECM Replacement.

c. Save the current ECM P/N and VIN.

d. Replace the ECM with the new Blank ECM.

e. Select Programming.

f. Select After ECM Replacement.

g. Select Program ECM.

h. Once programming has completed, perform Throttle Valve Closed Position, Idle Air Volume Learn (IAVL), Accelerator Closed Position, and DTC erase.

i. Verify the VIN is registered.

j. Close C-III plus.

For vehicles where the old/current ECM cannot be accessed (ECM P/N cannot be read) with C-III plus:

a. Obtain the ECM software P/N by using the VIN in the electronic parts catalog. When using the VIN, the parts catalog will display both the Blank ECM part number and the part number for the software program.

b. Install the replacement Blank ECM in the vehicle.

c. Connect C-III plus, and then get to the screen that shows the selection Programming and select Programming.

d. Select After ECM Replacement.

e. Type in the VIN.

f. Select the P/N from the list that matches the one taken from the parts catalog.

> Double-check and make sure the correct P/N has been selected.

> Confirm that the description matches the vehicle's system applications i.e. ABS, CVT, ASCD, etc.

g. Select Program ECM.

h. Once programming has completed, perform Throttle Valve Closed Position, Idle Air Volume Learn (IAVL), Accelerator Closed Position, and DTC erase.

i. Verify the VIN is registered.

j. Close C-III plus.