Definition of Terms

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The following are definitions of configuration terms:

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 strategy/calibration update is available. To carry out PMI , refer to PROGRAMMABLE MODULE INSTALLATION (PMI) .

NOTE: It is important that the scan tool identifies the vehicle and obtains configuration data prior to removing any modules. The new module must be able to communicate with the scan tool in order to carry out 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.

NOTE: Module reprogramming should be limited to circumstances where a published TSB procedure recommends doing so.

NOTE: A module cannot communicate with other modules on the communication network while being reprogrammed. Clear any network communication DTCs which may have been set in other modules during the reprogramming process.

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 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 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 does not reflect customer preference items that have been changed from the default state. These items need to be changed using programmable parameters after the module is configured.

NOTE: It is not necessary to obtain As-Built data unless directed to do so by the scan tool. This data may be accessed from the technician service publication website.

The following chart lists As-Built data addresses and describes specific module configuration information:

MODULE CONFIGURATION AND PARAMETER CHART

Module	Module Address	Requires PMI	Reprogram/Flash Capable	Requires Adaptive Learning or Calibration	Available Programmable Parameters
4X4 control module	761	No	Yes	No	Neutral tow function
ABS module	760	No	No	No	None
Instrument Cluster (IC)	720	Yes	Yes	No	Belt-Minder® activation
Occupant Classification System Module (OCSM)	765	No	Yes	Seat weight sensor re-zero	None
PCM	7E0	Yes	Yes	No	Axle ratio Tire/wheel size
Restraints Control Module (RCM)	737	Yes	Yes	No	Driver seat Belt-Minder® activation Passenger seat Belt-Minder® activation
Satellite Digital Audio Receiver System (SDARS) module	782	Yes	No	No	None
Smart Junction Box (SJB)	726	Yes	Yes	Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensor calibration	TPMS tire placard pressure