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Powertrain Control Module Programming - WDS Tester (Procedure 2)

NOTE: When PCM is replaced, NEW PCM must be programmed with old module's configuration information. The following step by step procedure guides you through replacement of PCM in a Tribute using WDS with B18 or later software. This procedure was performed using WDS B18 software. Later software versions may have a slightly different screen order or content.
NOTE: For all vehicles with PCMs that have tear tag numbers of SJC0, SJC1, SJC2, HQP1, HQP2, or HQP3.
NOTE: When performing this procedure, if WDS PTU is not docked and connected to 115-120 volts, it is recommend that a battery charger be installed on vehicle battery and turned on to a maximum charge of no more than 20 amps to keep vehicle battery up to capacity. If you exceed 20 amps it will damage WDS PTU.
  1. Connect WDS DLC cable to vehicle's DLC connector (lower portion of dash in front of driver).
  2. Press 16 PIN then ALL EXCEPT THOSE BELOW. Press tick.
  3. Screen shows CABLE HOOKUP. Turn ignition on. Press tick.
  4. Screen shows WDS communicating with PCM PROGRESS BAR and OPERATION IN PROGRESS.
  5. Wait until WDS finishes collection of PCM information (hard drive light quits flashing). Then VEHICLE SPECIFICATION screen appears with VIN number information. It asks IS THIS CORRECT? YES OR NO? Press YES if information is correct.
  6. Screen appears to fill out repair order information and mileage. Fill out information (or skip this). Press tick.
  7. If vehicle is not equipped with ABS, screen will appear showing STANDARD EQUIPMENT MODULES AND FAIL-ABS. This is normal. Press EXIT. Press tick.
  8. With screen showing, Vehicle Specification, press TOOL BOX.
  9. A menu appears. Select MODULE PROGRAMMING. Press tick. PLEASE WAIT appears.
  10. Another menu appears. Select PROGRAMMABLE MODULE INSTALLATION then select PCM. Press tick.
  11. Screen shows, SET IGNITION SWITCH TO THE OFF POSITION. Turn ignition to OFF position. Press tick.
  12. Screen shows NOW INSTALL THE NEW MODULE. Replace PCM with NEW unit. Press tick.
    13. NOTE: There are two 40-amp fuses (on 2.0L), or two 50-amp fuses (on 3.0L) labeled MAIN FAN and ADD FAN. Remove only 40-amp fuses to deactivate fans. Fuel pump is a mini fuse 20-amp (position No. 6) at front end of fuse box.
  13. Screen shows, REMOVE THE FUSES FOR FUEL PUMP AND ADDITIONAL FANS AS THIS MAY CAUSE INTERFERENCE AND BATTERY DRAIN DURING THE PROGRAMMING PROCESS. Remove fuses for fuel pump and additional fans. Press tick.
  14. Screen shows a progress bar on bottom of screen and PLEASE WAIT.
  15. Screen shows, SET IGNITION SWITCH TO THE ON POSITION. Turn ignition switch to ON position. Press tick.
  16. Screen shows, downloading data box with progress bar. Please wait 2-3 minutes.
  17. Screen now shows, SET IGNITION SWITCH TO THE OFF POSITION. Turn ignition switch to OFF position. Press tick.
  18. Screen now shows, SET IGNITION SWITCH TO THE ON POSITION. Turn ignition to ON position. Press tick.
  19. Screen now shows, SET IGNITION SWITCH TO THE OFF POSITION. Turn ignition to OFF position. Press tick.
  20. Screen shows, CALIBRATION HAS BEEN LOADED AND CHECKED. Press tick.
  21. Screen shows, RE-INSTALL FUSES FOR FUEL PUMP AND ADDITIONAL FANS. Re-install fuses for fuel pump and additional fans. Press tick.
  22. Screen shows, OBTAIN A PCM LABEL AND FILL IN THE PCM DATA SHOWN WITH THE DATE ON THE WDS SCREEN. INSTALL IN THE APPROPRIATE POSITION. New label should be in NEW PCM part box. Press tick.
  23. Screen shows START ENGINE. DO NOT DEPRESS THROTTLE. This Is Incorrect! You MUST follow below procedure to start vehicle:
    1. Turn ignition on (Count 3 seconds, security light is on solid). Turn ignition off. Remove key.
    2. Insert 2nd key, turn key on, (security light stays on for 3 seconds, goes out). Turn key off. Then start engine. Turn off engine, remove key.
    3. Both keys are programmed.
  24. Disconnect WDS from vehicle. PCM replacement procedure is completed.
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