Swapping PCM process??
02-10-2005, 11:40 AM
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Swapping PCM process??
I had a bad PCM on my truck when I got it and I remember having to do some kind of ignition cycle process when I swapped to a good one, can someone refresh my memory? I remember having to have the ign on for so long and off for so long or something like that. Can someone help me???
02-10-2005, 11:42 AM
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Your vehicle may not start unless this procedure is performed.
GM introduced an anti-theft system in 1996 and newer vehicles.
In order for your vehicle to start, you must perform the passkey relearn procedure.
If your vehicle’s battery is low, it is recommended a battery charger be hooked up at this time.
This Procedure will take approximately 20-30 minutes.
After your PCM is installed, please perform the following.
You may want to be outside your vehicle so shut the door, roll down the window.
PROCEDURE:
Insert key, attempt to start the vehicle and leave the key in the ON position.
In some vehicles, the Battery and Security light will blink for several seconds, and then shut off. Then the Security light will then remain ON. Leave the ignition ON until the Security light goes OFF. This will take more than 5 mins.
When the Security light goes OFF, turn the ignition to the OFF position.
Leave ignition OFF for 20 Seconds.
Attempt to start the vehicle again and leave the key in the ON position.
In some vehicles, the Battery and Security light will blink for several seconds, and then shut off. Then the Security light will then remain ON. Leave the ignition ON until the Security light goes OFF. This will take more than 5 mins.
Turn the ignition to the OFF position for 20 Seconds.
Attempt to start the vehicle again and leave the key in the ON position.
In some vehicles, the Battery and Security light will blink for several seconds, and then shut off. Then the Security light will then remain ON. Leave the ignition ON until the Security light goes OFF. This will take more than 5 mins.
Once this entire procedure has been completed (three times) your vehicle will start on the fourth attempt.
GM introduced an anti-theft system in 1996 and newer vehicles.
In order for your vehicle to start, you must perform the passkey relearn procedure.
If your vehicle’s battery is low, it is recommended a battery charger be hooked up at this time.
This Procedure will take approximately 20-30 minutes.
After your PCM is installed, please perform the following.
You may want to be outside your vehicle so shut the door, roll down the window.
PROCEDURE:
Insert key, attempt to start the vehicle and leave the key in the ON position.
In some vehicles, the Battery and Security light will blink for several seconds, and then shut off. Then the Security light will then remain ON. Leave the ignition ON until the Security light goes OFF. This will take more than 5 mins.
When the Security light goes OFF, turn the ignition to the OFF position.
Leave ignition OFF for 20 Seconds.
Attempt to start the vehicle again and leave the key in the ON position.
In some vehicles, the Battery and Security light will blink for several seconds, and then shut off. Then the Security light will then remain ON. Leave the ignition ON until the Security light goes OFF. This will take more than 5 mins.
Turn the ignition to the OFF position for 20 Seconds.
Attempt to start the vehicle again and leave the key in the ON position.
In some vehicles, the Battery and Security light will blink for several seconds, and then shut off. Then the Security light will then remain ON. Leave the ignition ON until the Security light goes OFF. This will take more than 5 mins.
Once this entire procedure has been completed (three times) your vehicle will start on the fourth attempt.
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