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Unsuccessful Programming Recovery

NOTE:
  • If programming is still not successful after the second programming attempt, check the following:
  • For facilities using an internet firewall, ensure firewall settings are not blocking file downloads and/or require elevated rights.
  • For United States and Canada GM dealers, the appropriate firewall settings can be found in the GM DEALER INFRASTRUCTURE & SECURITY GUIDELINES (DISG) section 2.d.vii.
  1. Verify the control module, data link connector and programming tool connections are secure and the tool software is up to date.
  2. Ignition - On / Vehicle - In Service Mode
  3. Perform one of the following SPS Programming functions:
    NOTE:

    If both controller options below are listed, select K20/K71 Engine and Transmission Control Modules.

    • K20/K71 Engine and Transmission Control Modules and follow the on-screen instructions.
    • K71 Transmission Control Module and follow on-screen instructions.
  4. Verify the control module programming is successful.
    • If the programming is not successful - Replace the component: K71 Transmission Control Module
    • Go to next step: If the programming is successful
    1. Select - MCVM Operations - If applicable
    2. Ignition/Vehicle - Off - For greater than 2 min
    3. Select - Setup - Follow the on-screen instructions.

      If setup is not an available option - Perform the appropriate learn/reset procedure with the scan tool

    • Go to next step: If the programming is successful 
  5. Select - MCVM Operations - If applicable
  6. Ignition/Vehicle - Off - For greater than 2 min
  7. Select - Setup - Follow the on-screen instructions.

    If setup is not an available option - Perform the appropriate learn/reset procedure with the scan tool

  8. Clear DTCs after programming is complete. Clearing powertrain DTCs will set the Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) system status indicators to No.
  9. Perform the scan tool configuration/reset function: Transmission Service Fast Learn - If available
  10. All OK.