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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCADILLAC1998SEVILLE SLS V8-4.6L VIN YREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSRELAYS AND MODULES - COMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSENGINE CONTROL MODULESERVICE AND REPAIR
1998 Cadillac Seville SLS V8-4.6L VIN Y
Engine Control Module: Service and Repair
1998 Cadillac Seville SLS V8-4.6L VIN YSECTION Service and Repair
PCM Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Record the Transaxle Fluid and Engine Oil Life Left Indexes.
Notice: Place the ignition switch in the LOCK position when disconnecting or reconnecting the power to the PCM in order to prevent internal PCM damage. Place the ignition switch in the LOCK position when disconnecting or reconnecting the battery cables, the PCM connectors, or the fuses. The ignition switch supplies power to the PCM in all key positions except LOCK.
Important: The key must be in the LOCK position for a minimum of 30 seconds prior to disconnecting power to the PCM. This is to allow the PCM to store the Transaxle fluid life, transaxle shift adapts and Throttle Position Learned value into the EEPROM. Failure to wait the 30 seconds may result in a EEPROM reset and the Transaxle fluid life being reset to 0.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Loosen the screw on the intake air duct/resonator assembly (3).
4. Unsnap the air filter housing clamps on top of the air cleaner housing assembly.
5. Pull the intake air duct/resonator assembly (2) up and rotate towards the rear of the engine compartment.
6. Remove the air cleaner cover (3) to gain access to the PCM.
7. Loosen the connector attaching bolts.
8. Disconnect both PCM connectors.
9. Pull the PCM (1) straight up.
^ If installing a replacement PCM the KS module will have to be transferred from the original PCM to the replacement PCM.
^ If installing a replacement PCM the PCM Isolators will have to be transferred to the replacement PCM.
Installation Procedure
If a replacement PCM is being installed it will be necessary to transfer the KS module from the original PCM.
1. Slide the PCM Isolators on to the PCM.
2. Place the PCM (1) into the air inlet housing (2).
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
3. Install the PCM connectors.
Tighten the PCM connectors screws to 10 N.m (7 lb ft).
Important: An improperly installed air cleaner or a distorted/missing Intake Air Duct may cause a DTC to set. Ensure air cleaner assembly and air duct is installed correctly and that there are no kinks or folds in the air duct or possible debris in the air cleaner assembly or the MAF sensor inlet screen that may distort the air flow.
4. Install the air cleaner cover (3) onto the air inlet housing.
5. Rotate the intake air duct/resonator assembly into place.
6. Snap the assembly clamps into place.
7. Install the screw on the intake air duct/resonator assembly.
Tthe air intake duct/resonator assembly screw to 10 N.m (7 lb ft).
8. Connect the negative battery cable.
Notice: The PCM will be damaged if proper programming procedures are not followed.
9. If a replacement PCM is being installed it must be programmed (flashed) using the latest Techline programming procedures.
10. Start the engine. If the engine tails to start verify the following:
^ The PCM contains the correct program
^ The PCM connectors are fully engaged into the PCM.
^ That all fuses are present and not blown.
11. Connect a scan tool and perform the following:
^ Clear DTC P0603.
^ Reset Transaxle fluid life to that recorded prior to PCM removal.
^ Reset Engine oil life to that recorded prior to PCM replacement.
Removal Procedure
1. Record the Transaxle Fluid and Engine Oil Life Left Indexes.
Notice: Place the ignition switch in the LOCK position when disconnecting or reconnecting the power to the PCM in order to prevent internal PCM damage. Place the ignition switch in the LOCK position when disconnecting or reconnecting the battery cables, the PCM connectors, or the fuses. The ignition switch supplies power to the PCM in all key positions except LOCK.
Important: The key must be in the LOCK position for a minimum of 30 seconds prior to disconnecting power to the PCM. This is to allow the PCM to store the Transaxle fluid life, transaxle shift adapts and Throttle Position Learned value into the EEPROM. Failure to wait the 30 seconds may result in a EEPROM reset and the Transaxle fluid life being reset to 0.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Loosen the screw on the intake air duct/resonator assembly (3).
4. Unsnap the air filter housing clamps on top of the air cleaner housing assembly.
5. Pull the intake air duct/resonator assembly (2) up and rotate towards the rear of the engine compartment.
6. Remove the air cleaner cover (3) to gain access to the PCM.
7. Loosen the connector attaching bolts.
8. Disconnect both PCM connectors.
9. Pull the PCM (1) straight up.
^ If installing a replacement PCM the KS module will have to be transferred from the original PCM to the replacement PCM.
^ If installing a replacement PCM the PCM Isolators will have to be transferred to the replacement PCM.
Installation Procedure
If a replacement PCM is being installed it will be necessary to transfer the KS module from the original PCM.
1. Slide the PCM Isolators on to the PCM.
2. Place the PCM (1) into the air inlet housing (2).
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
3. Install the PCM connectors.
Tighten the PCM connectors screws to 10 N.m (7 lb ft).
Important: An improperly installed air cleaner or a distorted/missing Intake Air Duct may cause a DTC to set. Ensure air cleaner assembly and air duct is installed correctly and that there are no kinks or folds in the air duct or possible debris in the air cleaner assembly or the MAF sensor inlet screen that may distort the air flow.
4. Install the air cleaner cover (3) onto the air inlet housing.
5. Rotate the intake air duct/resonator assembly into place.
6. Snap the assembly clamps into place.
7. Install the screw on the intake air duct/resonator assembly.
Tthe air intake duct/resonator assembly screw to 10 N.m (7 lb ft).
8. Connect the negative battery cable.
Notice: The PCM will be damaged if proper programming procedures are not followed.
9. If a replacement PCM is being installed it must be programmed (flashed) using the latest Techline programming procedures.
10. Start the engine. If the engine tails to start verify the following:
^ The PCM contains the correct program
^ The PCM connectors are fully engaged into the PCM.
^ That all fuses are present and not blown.
11. Connect a scan tool and perform the following:
^ Clear DTC P0603.
^ Reset Transaxle fluid life to that recorded prior to PCM removal.
^ Reset Engine oil life to that recorded prior to PCM replacement.
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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.