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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes šŸ¢’ GMC_Truck šŸ¢’ 2005 šŸ¢’ GMC C Sierra - 2WD šŸ¢’ Engine šŸ¢’ Engine Controls - 4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L šŸ¢’ Powertrain Control Module Replacement

Service of the powertrain control module (PCM) should consist of either replacement of the PCM or programming of the electrically erasable programmable read only memory (EEPROM). If the diagnostic procedures call for the PCM to be replaced, the replacement PCM should be checked to ensure that the correct part is being used. If the correct part is being used, remove the faulty PCM and install the new service PCM.

Notice: 

   ā€¢ Turn the ignition OFF when installing or removing the control module connectors and disconnecting or reconnecting the power to the control module (battery cable, powertrain control module (PCM)/engine control module (ECM)/transaxle control module (TCM) pigtail, control module fuse, jumper cables, etc.) in order to prevent internal control module damage.
   ā€¢ Control module damage may result when the metal case contacts battery voltage. DO NOT contact the control module metal case with battery voltage when servicing a control module, using battery booster cables, or when charging the vehicle battery.
   ā€¢ In order to prevent any possible electrostatic discharge damage to the control module, do no touch the connector pins or the soldered components on the circuit board.
   ā€¢ Remove any debris from around the control module connector surfaces before servicing the control module. Inspect the control module connector gaskets when diagnosing or replacing the control module. Ensure that the gaskets are installed correctly. The gaskets prevent contaminant intrusion into the control module.
   ā€¢ The replacement control module must be programmed.

Important: It is necessary to record the remaining engine oil life. If the replacement module is not programed with the remaining engine oil life, the engine oil life will default to 100 percent. If the replacement module is not programmed with the remaining engine oil life, the engine oil will need to be changed at 5000 km (3,000 mi) from the last engine oil change.

Removal Procedure
  1. Using a scan tool, retrieve the percentage of remaining engine oil. Record the remaining engine oil life.

    2. Object Number: 865883 Size: SH
  2. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in Engine Electrical.
  3. If equipped with regular production option (RPO) NYS, remove the harness ground clip from the PCM cover.
  4. If equipped with RPO HP2, remove the hybrid control module (HCM). Refer to Powertrain Control Interface Module Replacement in Engine Electrical.

    5. Object Number: 814118 Size: SH
  5. If vehicle is NOT equipped with RPO HP2, perform the following:
    6. 5.1. Release the PCM cover mounting tabs.
    5.2. Release the PCM cover from the mounting bracket.
    5.3. Remove the PCM cover.

    Object Number: 1480464 Size: SH
  6. If vehicle is equipped with RPO HP2, perform the following:
    7. 6.1. Release the PCM cover mounting tabs.
    6.2. Release the PCM cover from the mounting bracket.
    6.3. Remove the PCM cover.

    Object Number: 814117 Size: SH
  7. Loosen the PCM electrical connector bolts (2).

    8. Notice: Do not touch the connector pins or soldered components on the circuit board in order to prevent possible electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage to the PCM.

    Notice: In order to prevent internal damage to the PCM, the ignition must be OFF when disconnecting or reconnecting the PCM connector.

  8. Disconnect the PCM electrical connectors.

    9. Object Number: 814119 Size: SH
  9. Release the spring latch from the PCM.
  10. Release the PCM mounting tabs from the PCM.
  11. Remove the PCM.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 814119 Size: SH
  1. Install the PCM.

    2. Ensure that the mounting tabs are engaged.

  2. Secure the spring latch to the PCM.

    3. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 814117 Size: SH
  3. Connect the PCM electrical connectors.
  4. Tighten the PCM electrical connector bolts (2).

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 8 NĀ·m (71 lb in).


    Object Number: 1480464 Size: SH
  5. If vehicle is equipped with RPO HP2, install the PCM cover.

    6. Object Number: 814118 Size: SH
  6. If vehicle is NOT equipped with RPO HP2, install the PCM cover.

    7. Object Number: 865883 Size: SH
  7. If equipped with RPO HP2, install the HCM. Refer to Powertrain Control Interface Module Replacement in Engine Electrical.
  8. If equipped with RPO NYS, install the harness ground clip to the PCM cover.
  9. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in Engine Electrical.
  10. If a NEW PCM was installed, program the PCM. Refer to Control Module References in Computer/Integrating Systems.