Electrical

General Procedures — Module Programming

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Check

  1. Start a programming session with the KOEO.
  2. Make sure the vehicle battery is fully charged or connected to a battery charger. Battery voltage must be 12.6 - 13.6 volts while programming the vehicle.
  3. Inspect the VCM II or VCMM and cables for damage. Make sure the cables remain connected throughout the programming procedure.
  4. Turn off all unnecessary accessories, such as the radio, air conditioning, heated/cooled seats, headlamps, interior and courtesy lamps.
  5. Disconnect any aftermarket accessories, such as remote start, security alarm, and power inverter.
  6. For plug-in hybrids and electric vehicles, disconnect the external charging cord from the charge port.
  7. Disable Microsoft Windows sleep mode, screen saver, and hibernation modes.

Programming

  1. Log in to FDRS.
  2. Click "Read VIN from Vehicle" or enter the VIN manually.
  3. Select the Dashboard tab.
  4. From the list on the left side of the screen, select the module for which the programming procedure is to be performed.
  5. From the list on the right side of the screen, select PMI or Module Configuration.
  6. Click START. Carefully follow all on-screen instructions.

Recovery

  1. Disconnect the VCM II or VCMM from the DLC and PC.
  2. Start FDRS and log in.
  3. In the Device Manager window that appears, select CANCEL.
  4. Select the appropriate VIN in the vehicle identification menu or use manual VIN entry and select GO.
  5. In the Automotive Communication Device Not Detected window that populates, select CONTINUE. If the Device Explorer window appears, select CANCEL.
  6. After the session has started, reconnect the VCM II/VCMM to the DLC and PC. The VCM II/VCMM icon should turn green in the lower right corner of the screen. If it does not, troubleshoot the FDRS connection to the VCM II or VCMM.
  7. In the Toolbox menu, navigate to the faulty module and select Download/Run PMI. Follow the on-screen instructions. When asked whether the original module is installed, select NO and continue the installation of the application.
  8. After programming is complete, a list of additional steps required to complete the programming process may appear on the screen. Make sure all applicable steps are performed in order.

Test yourself

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