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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 GMC_Truck 🢒 2006 🢒 GMC Sierra Denali 🢒 Vehicle Control Systems 🢒 Programming and Setup 🢒 Powertrain Control Module Programming and Setup

The following service procedures require either a programming or a setup event performed for a complete repair.

PCM Replacement

If the PCM is replaced, the following procedures must be performed:

  1. The PCM Reprogramming--Refer to Service Programming System (SPS) .
  2. The CKP Variation Learn--Refer to the appropriate procedure:
    3. •  Crankshaft Position System Variation Learn in Engine Controls - 4.3L (LU3).
    •  Crankshaft Position System Variation Learn in Engine Controls - 4.8L, 5.3L, 6.0L (LR4, LM7, LQ4, LQ9, or L59).
    •  Crankshaft Position System Variation Learn in Engine Controls - 8.1L (L18).
  3. The Theft Deterrent Programming--Refer to Programming Theft Deterrent System Components in Theft Deterrent.
  4. The Fuel Composition Diagnostic- Refer to Fuel Composition Diagnosis for the 5.3L (L59).

PCM Reprogramming
    • If the PCM needs to be reprogrammed, refer to Service Programming System (SPS) .
    • Engine Oil Life Remaining--When available, use a scan tool to reset the Engine Oil Life Remaining back to the original percentage recorded before the module was reprogrammed.
    • Transmission Fluid Life Remaining--When available, use a scan tool to reset the Transmission Fluid Life Remaining back to the original percentage recorded before the module was reprogrammed.

Setup for Component Replacement

The replacement of some components will require a setup procedure for complete repair.

If any of the following components are replaced, a CKP Variation Learn Procedure must be performed.

    • Engine Replacement
    • Any engine repair that disturbs the CKP sensor or it's relationship with the crankshaft reluctor wheel
    • CKP Sensor