Definition of Terms
The definitions of configuration terms are:
Programmable Module Installation (PMI)
PMI is a scan tool process which configures settings in a new module. Data used for the PMI process is automatically downloaded from the original module and stored when a scan tool session is started. If this data cannot be retrieved from the module being replaced, the scan tool may prompt for As-Built data entry or display a list of parameter values that need to be manually selected. Some modules are reprogrammed during PMI when a later strategy/calibration update is available. To carry out PMI , refer to PROGRAMMABLE MODULE INSTALLATION (PMI) .
Module Reprogramming
Module reprogramming (also referred to as "flashing") is a scan tool process which updates the strategy/calibration in a module. Reprogramming a module with the same level of software will not improve module operation or repair a hardware failure. Module reprogramming is automatically carried out during PMI when a later strategy/calibration is available.
Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM) Programming
APIM programming is a process that updates the APIM Consumer Interface Processor (CIP) and Vehicle Interface Processor (VIP) software. The VIP programming updates the calibration files in the portion of the APIM which interfaces with the Controller Area Network (CAN). The CIP programming updates calibration files in the portion of the APIM that interfaces with mobile phones and other customer devices.
APIM programming uses the VCM to read and program the VIP software through the Data Link Connector (DLC). A web-based On-Line Automotive Service Information System (OASIS) application is used to read and program the CIP software via a Universal Serial Bus (USB) cable between the scan tool and vehicle USB port. Both the VCM and OASIS application must be running on the scan tool during APIM programming. To carry out APIM programming, refer to ACCESSORY PROTOCOL INTERFACE MODULE (APIM) PROGRAMMING . To carry out APIM software level check, refer to INFORMATION AND ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMS .
Programmable Parameters
Programmable parameters are customer preference items that may be modified by the dealer via scan tool or in some cases modified by the customer following a procedure listed in the vehicle Owner's Literature. While many configuration options may exist for a module, only a few of these options are programmable parameters.
Adaptive Learning and Calibration
Some modules require a separate learning procedure be carried out if replaced as part of a repair procedure. For adaptive learning and calibration instructions, refer to the for specific module removal and installation procedures.
Vehicle Identification (VID) Block
Some PCMs contain a memory area called a Vehicle Identification (VID) block. The PCM VID block commonly stores powertrain configuration items such as Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), tire size, axle ratio, and whether or not the vehicle is equipped with speed control.
Module Address
A unique module address is assigned to each module on the network for identification.
As-Built Data
As-Built data is a VIN -specific module configuration record. During vehicle build, the configuration from all modules is downloaded and stored in the As-Built database. As-Built data will not reflect customer preference items that have been changed from the default state. These items will need to be changed using programmable parameters after the module is configured.
| Module | Module Address | Requires PMI | Reprogram/Flash Capable | Requires Adaptive Learning or Calibration | Available Programmable Parameters |
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| 4X4 control module | 761 | No | Yes | No | None |
| ABS module | 760 | Yes | Yes |
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| Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM) | 7D0 | Yes | Yes | No | None |
| Audio Control Module (ACM) | 727 | Yes | Yes | No |
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| Audio Digital Signal Processing (DSP) module | 783 | Yes | Yes | No | None |
| Audio Rear Control Unit (RCU) | 774 | Yes | Yes | No | None |
| Driver Seat Module (DSM) | 744 | Yes | Yes | No |
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| Dual Climate Controlled Seat Module (DCSM) | 776 | Yes | Yes | No |
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| Global Positioning System Module (GPSM) | 7DF | No | No | No | None |
| HVAC module | 733 | No | No | No | None |
| Instrument Cluster (IC) | 720 | Yes | Yes | No |
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| Liftgate/Trunk Module (LTM) | 775 | No | No | No | None |
| Parking Aid Module (PAM) - Expedition | 736 | Yes | No | No | None |
| PAM - Navigator | 736 | No | No | No | None |
| PCM | 7E0 | Yes | Yes |
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| Power Running Board (PRB) module | 766 | No | Yes | No | None |
| Rear Entertainment Module (RETM) | 771 | Yes | Yes | No | None |
| Restraints Control Module (RCM) | 737 | Yes | Yes | No |
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| Satellite Digital Audio Receiver System (SDARS) module | 782 | Yes | Yes | No | None |
| Smart Junction Box (SJB) | 726 | Yes | Yes |
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| Transmission Control Module (TCM) | 7E1 | Yes | No | No | None |
| Vehicle Dynamics Module (VDM) | 721 | No | No | No | None |