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Replace and Program Control Module or Reprogram Control Module

To program a replacement or an existing control module, perform the following 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 A11 Radio - Programming, and follow the on-screen instructions.
  4. When programming is complete, access the Service Programming System (SPS) and follow the on-screen instructions.
  5. 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.
  6. Connect a USB drive to the computer.
  7. On the SPS Supported Controllers screen, select A11 Radio - USB File Transfer, and follow the on-screen instructions.
  8. Upon completion of the file transfer, remove the USB drive from the computer.
  9. Ignition ON, radio ON.
  10. Connect the USB drive to the USB port in the vehicle.
  11. Using the radio controls, select the following: Config>Radio Settings>Software Versions Menu>Update Radio Software. Follow the infotainment display on-screen instructions and select Update when prompted. Programming will take several minutes.
  12. When programming is complete, remove the USB device from the vehicle USB port.
  13. At the end of programming, choose the "Clear DTCs" function on the SPS screen.