Campaign - Engine Control Module May Fail To Respond: Overview
SPECIAL COVERAGEBulletin No.: 09014
Date: September 09, 2009
Subject: 09014 - SPECIAL COVERAGE ADJUSTMENT - ENGINE CONTROL MODULE - EMISSION RELATED REPROGRAMMING
Models:
2006 CHEVROLET COBALT, HHR
2006 PONTIAC PURSUIT (CANADA ONLY)
2006 SATURN ION
WITH 2.2L (L61) ENGINE
CONDITION
Engine control modules on certain 2006 model year Chevrolet Cobalt, HHR; Pontiac Pursuit; and Saturn ION vehicles, equipped with a 2.2L engine (RPO L61), may randomly fail to respond to single information requests made by an On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) emission test device, generic scan tool, or other aftermarket devices that plug into the vehicle's Data Link Connector (DLC). GM Tech 2(R) scan tools are not affected by this condition.
It is possible that the lack of a single ECM response to an emission test tool could result in missing or inaccurate OBD emission test data (for example no or partial electronic VIN display) resulting in a customer's vehicle failing or being rejected from a state/province mandated OBD emission test (Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) Test or Smog Check).
SPECIAL COVERAGE ADJUSTMENT
This special coverage covers ECM reprogramming for the condition described above for a period of 15 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km), whichever occurs first, from the date the vehicle was originally placed in service, regardless of ownership. ECM reprogramming will be performed at no charge to the customer.
This special coverage does not apply to vehicles that have previously been reprogrammed with the updated software (November 15, 2006, or later) or for repairs that are not related to this condition. Repairs to address issues such as malfunction indicator light (MIL) illumination, stored diagnostic trouble codes, unset readiness monitors, component/circuit repair or replacement, etc., do not apply to this special coverage.
For vehicles covered by Vehicle Service Contracts, all eligible claims with repair orders on or after September 8, 2009, are covered by this special coverage and must be submitted using the labor operation codes provided with this bulletin. Claims with repair orders prior to September 8, 2009, must be submitted to the Service Contract provider.
VEHICLES INVOLVED
Involved are certain 2006 model year Chevrolet Cobalt, HHR; Pontiac Pursuit; and Saturn ION vehicles, equipped with a 2.2L (RPO L61) 4-cylinder engine and built within the following VIN breakpoints:
Important
Dealer/retailers using the Global Warranty Management (GWM) system are to confirm vehicle eligibility prior to beginning repairs by using the "Investigate Vehicle History" link on the GWM application within GlobalConnect. Special coverages are displayed in the Applicable Warranties section.
PARTS INFORMATION
No parts are required for this special coverage.
CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION
General Motors will notify customers of this special coverage on their vehicles (see copy of typical customer letter included with this bulletin - actual divisional letter may vary slightly).
SERVICE PROCEDURE
Determine if the ECM has been programmed on or after 11/15/06 using GMVIS.
- If the ECM was reprogrammed on or after 11/15/06, programming of the ECM is NOT required. The ECM has been programmed with the most recent OBD information and does not have the condition described in this special coverage. Diagnose and repair vehicle based on standard warranty coverage policies, if applicable.
- If the ECM was not programmed on or after 11/15/06, programming of the ECM is required. Proceed to TIS2WEB Programming Instructions for Engine Control Module (ECM) procedure below.
TIS2WEB PROGRAMMING INSTRUCTIONS FOR ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM)
Do not attempt to order the calibration number from GMSPO. The calibration numbers required for this service procedure are programmed into control modules via a Multiple Diagnostic Interface (MDI) or Tech 2(R) scan tool and TIS2WEB with the calibration update. Use TIS2WEB on or after November 15, 2006 , to obtain the calibration. If you cannot access the calibration, call the Techline Customer Support Center and it will be provided.
Service Programming System (SPS)
For step-by-step programming instructions, please refer to SI and the Techline Information System (TIS) terminal.
1. Verify that there is a battery charge of 12 to 16 volts. The battery must be able to maintain a charge during programming. Only use an approved Midtronic 165-PSC charger to maintain proper battery voltage during programming.
2. Reprogram the engine control module (ECM). Refer to SI and Service Programming System (SPS) documentation for programming instructions, if required.
1. Connect the MDI or Tech 2(R) to the vehicle
Note
Select J2534 MDI or J2534 Tech 2(R) and Reprogram ECU from the Select Diagnostic Tool and Programming Process screen. The J2534 MDI will reprogram the module in less time than the Tech 2(R) scan tool. DO NOT choose "Tech 2 Legacy Pass-Thru".
2. Select ECM Engine Control Module from the Supported Controllers screen.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
3. Using the MDI or Tech 2(R), clear all DTCs if required.
CLAIM INFORMATION
1. Submit a claim using the table above.
Disclaimer