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Vehicle Security Module - Vehicles Built After 03/2002

VEHICLE SECURITY MODULE - VEHICLES BUILT AFTER 03/2002

Removal and Installation

1. NOTE: Prior to removal of the vehicle security module, it is necessary to upload module configuration information to a diagnostic tool. This information needs to be downloaded into the new module once installed.

Disconnect the battery ground cable.







2. Locate the vehicle security module on the dash panel behind the radio and heater controls and disconnect the vehicle security module electrical connectors.







3. Remove the nuts and the vehicle security module.

4. NOTE: Once the new module is installed it is necessary to download the module configuration information from the diagnostic tool into the new module.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.