Method II

NOTE:
The software update CD being used must be at level 4.07 or higher.

1. Use the following procedure to determine the PCM part number:

a. Connect the StarSCAN to the vehicle data link connector located under the steering column.

b. Power ON the StarSCAN.

c. From the StarSCAN Home Screen, select "ECU View

d. From the StarSCAN ECU View Screen, select "PCM/NGC Engine

e. Record the PCM part number shown on the StarSCAN screen.

IMPORTANT:
The PCM part number recorded will be used to select the correct software. Be sure to record the part number exactly as it is shown.





2. Insert the USB key into the USB port on the TechCONNECT PC (Figure 1).

3. Press the button located below the CD/DVD ROM drive to open the drive. Insert the StarSCAN Software Update CD into the TechCONNECT PC and press the button again to close the ROM drive. The StarSCAN Software Update CD will start automatically.

4. Select "Controller Flash".

5. Select "Enter Part Number".

6. Enter PCM part number recorded in Step 1e of this procedure and then press next.

7. Select the update shown on the screen and press next.

8. Follow the on-screen instructions. Select "Next" after each step. Select "Finish" after completing the last step.





9. With the StarSCAN powered OFF, connect the USB Key and adapter to the StarSCAN USB port (Figure 2).

10. Install a battery charger and verify that the charging rate provides approximately 13.5 volts.

11. Connect the StarSCAN to the data link connector located below the steering column.

12. Turn the ignition key to the "RUN" position.

13. Power ON the StarSCAN.

14. Download the file from the USB key to the StarSCAN. Starting at the StarSCAN "Home" screen:

a. Select "Flash Download".

b. Select "Use USB Device".

c. Follow the on-screen instructions. Select "Next" after each step. Select "Finish" after completing the last step.

d. At the "Flash File List" screen, highlight the PCM calibration.

e. Select "Download to Scantool".

f. When download is complete, select "Close".

15. Return to the "Home"screen.

16. Select "Show Shortcuts".

17. Select "Home".

18. Down load the file from the StarS CAN to the vehicle. Starting at the StarSCAN "Home" screen:

a. Select "ECU View".

b. Browse the list of controllers using the scroll arrows. Highlight "PCM/NGC III."

c. Select "More Options".

d. Select "ECU Flash".

e. Highlight the PCM calibration shown on the screen.

f. Select "Update Controller

g. Follow the on-screen instructions and perform prompts as required.

h. When update is completed, select "OK".

19. Check all modules for Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC's).

NOTE:
Due to the PCM programming procedure, a DTC may be set in other modules (TCM, FCM, CCN, WCM, etc.) within the vehicle, if so equipped. Some DTC's may cause the MIL to illuminate. Check all modules using "ECU View" from the "Home" screen, record the DTC's, and erase these DTC's prior to returning the vehicle to the customer. Erase any DTC's in the PCM only after all other modules have had their DTC's erased.

20. Continue with Section "C"- Install the Authorized Modifications Label.