Known-Good Powertrain Control Module Substitution
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Acura 3.2TL and 2002 Acura 3.2TL. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
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Use this procedure when diagnostic testing suggests substituting PCM with known-good unit.
On models equipped with engine immobilizer system, acquire key cut from non-immobilizer key blank. Remove PCM from test vehicle. Install known-good PCM from donor vehicle into test vehicle. Tape donor vehicle's ignition key head-to-head to test vehicles temporary key. PCM will recognize code from donor vehicle's key and allow test vehicle to be started and tested.