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Step B

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  1. Press the trigger.
  2. If the VCM asks for vehicle data, enter the vehicle data, then press store.
  3. The VCM asks for module data line 1. Enter the data and press store.
  4. The VCM then asks if there is an additional line of data available for that address. Select YES or NO depending on the information in the As Built Data Sheet.
  5. Repeat Steps  3 and  4 until the answer is NO for Step  4.
  6. The VCM should show a screen stating that the module data was stored. Press the trigger.
  7. Follow the on-screen instructions.
  8. SELECT: Restore Configuration - New ECU. Press the trigger.
  9. The VCM completes loading the retrieved data and displays Module Download Successful.
  10. Test the module for correct operation.