Module Programming: Programming

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NOTE: Do not delete the original diagnostic scan tool programming session.

Follow all on-screen instructions carefully, especially any key movements IDS directs to perform. Allow the startup and power down routines to complete.
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the programming process. If programming errors occur, continue to Step 3. If no programming errors occur, continue to Step 8.
NOTE: Perform the following steps when the module programming procedure has resulted in a blank module.

Obtain the original IDS used when the programming error occurred during Module Reprogramming or PMI.
Disconnect and reconnect the VCM from the DLC and the IDS.
Start a new IDS session.
- If the IDS can read the VIN, the IDS will default to the failed session.
- NOTE: Sessions with failed programming will be highlighted in red. If the original session is not listed, click the Recycling bin icon in the lower left corner of the previous session screen to locate any deleted sessions.
  
  If the IDS cannot read the VIN, locate the original failed vehicle programming session.
Once the session is loaded, the failed process should resume automatically.
If programming does not resume, proceed to the Module Programming menu and select the process previously attempted, PMI or Module Reprogramming. Follow all on-screen instructions.
When the IDS prompts to select certain parameters, click on ALL parameters listed, including items already highlighted.
Perform any additional programming steps in the order directed by the IDS to complete the programming process.