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Method II

Program the PCM Using the DealerCONNECT Internet System to Retrieve the Flash File:

NOTE:
The DealerCONNECT System, StarSCAN Tool (CH9401), StarSCAN Vehicle Cable (CH9404), StarSCAN Ethernet Cable (CH9410), StarSCAN Software Update Kit (CH9412), and StarSCAN Software Update CD are required to use this programming method.

CAUTION:
The StarSCAN must be at version 4.06 or higher before this procedure can be performed.

NOTE:
The StarSCAN diagnostic scan tool fully supports DealerCONNECT Internet connectivity. However, in order to take advantage of this feature you must first configure the StarSCAN for your dealership's network. For instructions on setting up your StarSCAN for the dealer's network; refer to the StarSCAN Quick Start Networking Guide available on the website under the "download center" link.

1. Connect the CH9410 StarSCAN ethernet cable to the StarSCAN and the dealer's network drop.

2. Connect the CH9404 StarSCAN vehicle cable to the StarSCAN and the vehicle.

3. Power ON the StarSCAN.

4. Download the flash file from the internet to the StarSCAN. Starting at the StarSCAN "Home" screen:

a. Select "Flash Download".

b. Select "Use connected vehicle" (StarSCAN must be connected to the vehicle) or "Enter Information Manually" (connection to the vehicle is not necessary).

c. Press the "Next" button and follow the on screen instructions.

d. Select the appropriate calibration.

e. Select "Download to Scantool".

f. Select "Close" after the download is complete.

5. Open the trunk, install a battery charger and verify that the charging rate provides approximately 13.5 volts.

6. Download the file from StarSCAN to the vehicle. Starting at the StarSCAN "Home" screen:

a. Select "ECU View".

b. Browse the list of controllers using the scroll arrows. Highlight the PCM.

c. Select "More Options".

d. Select "ECU Flash".

e. Highlight the appropriate PCM "Calibration" from the list.

f. Select "Update Controller".

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

7. Program the PCM to the Wireless Control Module (WCM). Starting at the StarSCAN "Home" screen:

a. Select "ECU View".

b. Scroll through the list of controllers and highlight the WCM.

c. Select "Misc Function".

d. Highlight "PCM Replaced".

e. Select "Start".

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

8. Program the PCM mileage and the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC). Starting at the StarSCAN "Home" screen:

a. Select "ECU View".

b. Scroll through the list of controllers and highlight the PCM.

c. Select "Misc Function".

d. Highlight "Check PCM Odometer".

e. Select "Start".

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

g. Highlight "Learn ETC".

h. Select "Start".

i. Follow the on screen instructions~ Select "Next" after each step. Select "Finish" after completing the last step.

9. 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, BCM, MIC, SKIM, 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.

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