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Unsuccessful Programming Recovery
2018 Buick Regal BaseSECTION Unsuccessful Programming Recovery
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If programming a control module is not successful, perform the following procedure:
- Verify the control module, data link connector and programming tool connections are secure and the tool software is up to date.
- Ignition - On/Vehicle - In Service Mode
- Perform the SPS function: Programming
Verify the control module programming is successful.
- If the programming is not successful
- Ignition/Vehicle - Off - For greater than 1 min
- Ignition - On/Vehicle - In Service Mode
- Perform the SPS function: Programming
- If the programming is not successful - Replace the component: K33 HVAC Control Module
- Go to next step: If the programming is successful
- All OK.
- Go to next step: If the programming is successful
- All OK.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.