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Powertrain Control Module (PCM): Installation

  1. Install the PCM.
  2. Install the PCM cover and 2 nuts.
    • Tighten to 7 N.m (62 lb-in).
  3. Position back the PCM wiring harness and ground cable. Install the stud bolt.
    • Tighten to 10 N.m (89 lb-in).
  4. Connect the PCM electrical connector and tighten the bolt.
    • Tighten to 7 N.m (62 lb-in).
  5. Install the PCM wiring harness retainer nut.
  6. NOTE: If a new PCM is installed, the parameters must be reset in both the PCM and the instrument cluster module or the vehicle will experience a passive anti-theft system (PATS) no-start. This will occur even if the vehicle is not equipped with PATS. PATS vehicles and non-PATS vehicles have parameters in the instrument cluster module and the PCM and they both must be reset whenever a new PCM is installed. For additional information on PATS, refer to PINPOINT TEST H: THE VEHICLE DOES NOT START .
  7. Restore the module configuration. Carry out the module configuration restore steps of the Programmable Module Installation procedure. For additional information, refer to PROGRAMMABLE MODULE INSTALLATION .
  8. Reprogram the passive anti-theft system (PATS). Carry out the Key Programming Using Two Programmed Keys procedure. For additional information, refer to KEY PROGRAMMING USING TWO PROGRAMMED KEYS .