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Programming Theft Deterrent System Components

Important: When replacing a theft deterrent module (TDM), ensure the procedure to setup a new theft deterrent module is performed prior to the key coding procedure.

Set Up a New Theft Deterrent Module

From the scan main menu, select service programming system, then follow the instructions on the screen. Refer to Service Programming System (SPS) .

Key Coding Procedure

Important: Use only a master key when performing the first relearn procedure. If a valet key is used first, the TDM will not allow additional keys to be learned.

Use this procedure after replacing any of the following components:

    • The vehicle keys.
    • The TDM.
    • The ECM.

Important: When replacing a TDM, ensure the procedure to setup a new theft deterrent module is performed prior to the key coding procedure.

From the scan main menu, select service programming system, then follow the instructions on the screen.