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Procedure 2

(For all 2.0L vehicles and 3.0L vehicles with PCMs that have tear tag numbers of SJC0, SJC1, SJC2, HQP1, HQP2, or HQP3.)

NOTE:
  • When replacing a powertrain control module (PCM), the following items are required:
  • WDS with B18 or later software loaded.
  • Minimum two ignition keys for reprogramming PATS (be sure to ask customer for ALL spare keys).
  • For 2.0L - obtain new PCM part number YF11-18-881.
  • For SJC0, SJC1, and SJC2 - obtain new PCM part number AJ08-18-881F.
  • For HQP1, HQP2, and HQP3 - obtain new PCM part number AJ25-18-881.
  • With old PCM still in vehicle follow procedure below.
NOTE:
  • When performing this procedure, if the WDS PTU is not docked and connected to 115V - 120V, we recommend that a battery charger be installed on the vehicle battery and turned ON to a maximum charge of no more than 20 AMPS to keep the vehicle battery up to capacity. If you exceed 20 AMPS it will damage the 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 switch to 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 the "Vehicle Specification" screen appears with VIN # information. It asks you "Is this correct? Yes or No?" Press "Yes" if information is correct.
  6. Screen appears to fill out R.O. information and mileage. Fill out information (or skip this). Press tick.
  7. If vehicle is not equipped with ABS, screen will appear showing the "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 switch to the OFF position. Press tick.
  12. Screen shows "Now install the new module". Replace the PCM with the new unit. Press tick.
  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 the fuses for fuel pump and additional fans. Press Tick.
    NOTE:
    • There are two 40 amp fuses (on 2.0L), 50 amp fuses (on 3.0L) labeled "Main Fan" and "Add Fan". Remove only the 40 Amp fuses to deactivate the fans. Fuel pump is a mini fuse 20 amp (position #6) at front end of fuse box.
  14. Screen shows a "progress bar" on the bottom of the screen and "Please wait".
  15. Screen shows " Set ignition switch to the ON position". Turn ignition switch to the 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 the OFF position. Press tick.
  18. Screen now shows "Set ignition switch to the ON position". Turn ignition switch to the ON position. Press tick.
  19. Screen now shows "Set ignition switch to the OFF position". Turn ignition switch to the 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 the new PCM part box). Press tick.
  23. Screen shows "start engine. Do not depress throttle". THIS IS INCORRECT!!!!! You must follow the below procedure to start the vehicle:
    • Turn Key ON (Count 3 secs. security is ON solid), Remove key.
    • Insert 2nd key, turn key ON, (security stay ON for 3 secs. goes out) Turn Key OFF. Then start engine. Turn OFF engine, remove key.
    • Both keys programmed.
    • Disconnect WDS from vehicle. PCM replacement procedure is completed.
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