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Powertrain Control Module: Installation

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USE THE DRBIII(R) SCAN TOOL TO REPRO-GRAM THE NEW POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) WITH THE VEHICLES ORIGINAL IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) AND THE VEHICLES ORIGINAL MILEAGE. IF THIS STEP IS NOT DONE, A DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) MAY BE SET. 

  1. Install the PCM and mounting bolts to vehicle.
  2. Tighten bolts to 3-5 N.m (30-40 in. lbs.).
  3. Check pin connectors in the PCM. Also check the three 32-way connectors (four 38-way connectors if equipped with NGC) for corrosion or damage. Repair as necessary.
  4. Install the three 32-way connectors (four 38-way connectors if equipped with NGC) to PCM.
  5. Install the cover over electrical connectors.
  6. Reconnect the negative battery cable.
  7. Use the DRBIII(R) scan tool to reprogram new PCM with vehicles original Identification Number (VIN) and original vehicle mileage. If this step is not done, a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) may be set.
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