General Module: Service and Repair

VEHICLE SECURITY MODULE

REMOVAL

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. Remove the lower center dash trim panel.







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







4. Remove the wiring harness retainer from the LH stud.







5. Remove the LH nut.







6. Remove the RH nut and the vehicle security module.

INSTALLATION

1. 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.