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Replace and Program Control Module

To program a replacement control module, perform the following procedure:

    NOTE:

    The vehicle must remain in PARK during the programming procedure.

  1. Install the EL-49642  SPS Programming Support Tool.
  2. Access the Service Programming System (SPS) and follow the on-screen instructions.
  3. On the SPS Supported Controllers screen, select K74 Human Machine Interface Control Module - Programming and follow the on-screen instructions.
  4. NOTE:

    If using a pre-configured USB drive supplied by General Motors, proceed to step 8.

  5. Connect a USB drive to the computer.
  6. Access the Service Programming System (SPS) and follow the on-screen instructions.
  7. On the SPS Supported Controllers screen, select K74 Human Machine Interface Control Module - USB File Transfer.
    NOTE:
    • If there are no files available for USB transfer via SPS, proceed to step 12.
    • All existing files on the USB drive will be erased when the new files are copied.
  8. Upon completion of the file transfer, remove the USB drive from the computer.
  9. Vehicle in Service Mode, infotainment system ON.
  10. Connect the USB drive to the USB port in the vehicle.
  11. The infotainment system will recognize that update files are available. Follow the infotainment display on-screen instructions and select Update when prompted. Programming will take several minutes.
  12. Upon completion of programming, remove the USB drive. Follow the infotainment display on-screen instructions.
  13. At the end of programming, choose the "Clear DTCs" function on the SPS screen.
  14. Vehicle OFF, Retained Accessory Power (RAP) OFF, remove the key fob from range of the vehicle, and let the vehicle sit for five minutes. Retest system operation to verify the repair.