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REPAIR PROCEDURE - Using StarSCAN® or StarMOBILE® Desktop Client

NOTE: If this flash process is interrupted or aborted, the flash should be restarted.
  1. Open the hood of the vehicle and install a battery charger. Verify that the charging rate provides a continuous charge of 13.2 - 13.5 Volts.
  2. Connect the StarSCAN® or StarMOBILE® to the vehicle data link connector located under the steering column and turn the ignition key to the "RUN" position.
  3. Power on the StarSCAN® or StarMOBILE®. If the StarMOBILE® is being used, launch the StarMOBILE® Desktop Client and connect to the appropriate StarMOBILE® device.
  4. Retrieve the old ECU part number. From the tool's Home screen,
    1. Select "ECU View"
    2. Select "PCM/ECM"
    3. Select "More Options"
    4. Select "ECU Flash"
    5. Record the part number at the top of the Flash PCM/ECM screen for later reference.
  5. Program the ECU as follows:
    1. Using the StarSCAN® / StarMOBILE® at the Home screen, select "ECU View"
    2. Select "PCM/ECM"
    3. Select "More Options"
    4. Select "ECU Flash"
    5. Select "Browse for New File" and follow the on screen instructions
    6. Highlight the appropriate calibration based on the part number recorded in Step 4e, or by using Year/Model/Engine and appropriate emissions selection for the vehicle being worked on
    7. Select "Download to Client/Scan tool"
    8. Once the download is complete, select "Close" and then "Back"
    9. Highlight the listed calibration, select "Update Controller" and follow the on screen instructions
    10. When the PCM/ECM update is complete, select "OK"
    11. Verify that the part number at the top of the Flash PCM/ECM screen has updated to the new part number
    NOTE: If this flash process is interrupted or aborted, the flash should be restarted.
  6. Continue to complete the process if the ECU has been replaced.
  7. Type the necessary information on the "Authorized Modification Label" (p/n 04275086AB) and attach near the VECI label (See AUTHORIZED MODIFICATION LABEL  for details).
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