Electronically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory (EEPROM) Programming (4.3L)

WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 67 other vehicles, including the 2000 Saturn SW2, 2000 Saturn SL2, 2000 Saturn SL1, 2000 Saturn SL, and 2000 Saturn SC2. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

If Vehicle Control Module (VCM) was replaced, the EEPROM in the VCM must be programmed. If EEPROM is not programmed, a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) will be set in the VCM.
Ensure battery is fully charged. Ensure cable is properly connected on Data Link Connector (DLC). Turn ignition on. Perform EEPROM programming using the Techline equipment manufacturer's instructions and latest software applicable for the vehicle model.
Once EEPROM has been reprogrammed, Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor variation learn procedure and password learn procedure must be performed. See CRANKSHAFT POSITION (CKP) SENSOR VARIATION LEARN PROCEDURE (2.2L & 4.3L). See PASSLOCK(TM) ANTI-THEFT LEARN PROCEDURE. Once Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor variation learn procedure and password learn procedure are performed, perform powertrain On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) system check. See POWERTRAIN ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) SYSTEM CHECK in appropriate SELF-DIAGNOSTICS article in ENGINE PERFORMANCE. If EEPROM programming fails, ensure all electrical connections on VCM are okay. Check Techline for latest software. If EEPROM programming still fails, replace VCM.

NOTE: This procedure allows relearning of BCM module or VCM/PCM learned data code after replacement of BCM module, Passlock(TM) sensor or VCM/PCM. DTC B3031 will set when entering programming mode.