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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2013SILVERADO 2500 HD LT, 2D CAB CHASSIS, 6.6L ENG VIN 8, RWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENTCOMMUNICATION DEVICESPROGRAMMING AND SETUP - ALL SYSTEMSREPAIR INSTRUCTIONSK20 ENGINE CONTROL MODULE: PROGRAMMING AND SETUP (GASOLINE ENGINES)ECM REPLACEMENT
2013 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD LT, 2D Cab Chassis, 6.6L Eng VIN 8, RWD
ECM Replacement
2013 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD LT, 2D Cab Chassis, 6.6L Eng VIN 8, RWDSECTION ECM Replacement
If the engine control module (ECM) is replaced, the following procedures must be performed:
- ECM Reprogramming-Refer to Service Programming System (SPS)Β .
- Crankshaft Position (CKP) Variation Learn-Refer to Crankshaft Position System Variation Learn , for the V6, Crankshaft Position System Variation Learn , for the V8, or Crankshaft Position System Variation Learn for the Hybrid.
- Theft Deterrent Programming-Refer to Theft Deterrent Module Programming and SetupΒ .
- Brake Pedal Position Sensor Learn-Refer to Brake Pedal Position Sensor Learn .
- Fuel Composition Diagnostic-Refer to Fuel Composition Diagnosis for the 5.3L (LMG or LC9).
- Throttle Learn procedure-Refer to Q38 Throttle Body: Throttle/Idle Learn , for the V6, Q38 Throttle Body: Throttle/Idle Learn , for the V8, or Q38 Throttle Body: Throttle/Idle Learn for the Hybrid.
- 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 replaced.
- 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 replaced.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.