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Body Control Module Programming/RPO Configuration (DIM)



BODY CONTROL MODULE (BCM) PROGRAMMING/RPO CONFIGURATION (DIM)

GENERAL INFORMATION TO SET UP A DASH INTEGRATION MODULE (DIM)

IMPORTANT: The Air Bag Indicator light may remain ON after the DIM module is replaced and during the programming procedure for the DIM until after the procedure is completed and the ignition key is cycled OFF and ON.

Before performing any of the set up procedures, ensure the following:
- The scan tool has been updated with the latest software version.
- The battery is fully charged.
- All modules on the serial data line are connected.

To set up a new DIM, the following procedures have to be performed:
1. Program the VIN
2. Learning the restraints ID
3. Setting options

PROGRAM THE VIN
Select New VIN under the DIM special functions menu, and follow the Tech 2 on-screen instructions.

LEARNING THE RESTRAINTS ID
Select Setup SDM Serial Number in DIM under the DIM special functions menu, and follow the Tech 2 on-screen instructions.

SETTING OPTIONS
Select Set Options under the DIM special functions menu, and follow the Tech 2 on-screen instructions. The following options can be set up:
- Point of Sale
- Miscellaneous Options 2
- Variable Effort Steering
- Right Hand Drive
- Personalization Option
- Universal Theft Deterrent
- Headlamp Type Option
- Intrusion Sensor Part A
- Intrusion Sensor Part B
- Inclination Sensor Part A
- Inclination Sensor Part B
- Alarm Siren Module Part A
- Alarm Siren Module Part B
- Twilight Sentinel
- Front Fog Lamp Type
- DRL Option
- Perimeter Lighting
- TPM Option Enable

IMPORTANT: After programming, perform the following to avoid future misdiagnosis:

1. Turn the ignition OFF for 10 seconds.
2. Connect the scan tool to the data link connector.
3. Turn the ignition ON, with the engine OFF.
4. Use the scan tool in order to retrieve history DTCs from all modules.
5. Clear all history DTCs.