PCM - Reprogramming: Overview

99-019

December 10, 2001

Applies To:
1996-99 SLX - ALL

Updating the SLX PCM
(Supersedes 99-019, dated August 7, 2000)

Updated information is shown by asterisks and black bars.

The procedures in this service bulletin will be used and referenced in other service bulletins.

PCMs (powertrain control modules) in 1996 and later SLXs are programmable. The tool used to reprogram (update) SLX PCMs is a portable programming device called the Smart Cable.

When correctly programmed, the Smart Cable can read an SLX's current PCM broadcast code, decide if the code is correct and, if needed, update the PCM with another code. You can reprogram the Smart Cable using your DCS workstation.

This bulletin describes

^ How to reprogram a Smart Cable

^ How to update a PCM with a programmed Smart Cable

^ How to diagnose a faulty Smart Cable

^ Who to call if you have problems with a Smart Cable

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION

Refer to the bulletin for the symptom you are repairing.

Skill level: Repair Technician

REQUIRED TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT





^ Smart Cable Kit: P/N PTS-B001 [Includes the cable, the box, a copy of this bulletin (99-019), and a sheet on interpreting Smart Cable LED patterns.]

^ PC Interface Kit: P/N VET01002528
(This is the same kit used to connect the PGM Tester to the DCS computer when you update the Tester's program card. It includes a cable and an attached adapter.)

^ 110 VAC/12 VDC Power Supply: P/N VET02002426
(This is the same power supply used by the PGM Tester. The kit and the power supply can be ordered through the Acura Tool and Equipment Program at 888-424-6857.)

*^ DCS (Dealer Communications System) CD:
November 2001 or later

^ ACURALINK DCS Workstation
(not the master terminal)

or

IN (Interactive Network) Workstation

^ PGM Tester with 5N201 or later software (You can use the PGM Tester to retrieve PCM broadcast codes if you aren't using the Smart Cable to retrieve codes.) *

SMART CABLE HELP

If you have questions about loading the DCS CD, call the ACURALINK 2000 Support Center at 800-245-4343.

If you have questions about Smart Cable hardware and how to use it, call American Honda Special Tools at 800-346-6327.





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