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Service Programming Methods

The three methods of programming a control module and the proper tools for each method are as follows:
^ Remote Programming:
- The Tech 2 and the Techline Terminal
- The control module installed in the vehicle
^ Pass Through Programming:
- The Tech 2 or other scan tools, Techline Terminal or a personal computer equipped with General Motors Corporation authorized programming software - The Tech 2 or other scan tools are used as an interface between the vehicle and the Techline Terminal or a personal computer.
- The control module installed in the vehicle.
^ Off-Board Programming, vehicle NOT available:
- The Tech 2, Techline Terminal, and OFF board programming adapter
- The control module NOT installed in a vehicle