Replace and Program Control Module or Reprogram Control Module

To program a replacement or an existing control module, perform the following procedure:

1. Install the EL-49642  SPS Programming Support Tool.
2. Connect a USB drive to the computer.
   NOTE:

   If using a pre-configured USB drive supplied by General Motors, proceed to step 6.

3. Access the Service Programming System (SPS) and follow the on-screen instructions.
4. On the SPS Supported Controllers screen, select A11 Radio - USB Copy/ USB File Transfer, and follow the on-screen instructions.
   NOTE:

   • If there are no files available for USB transfer via SPS, proceed to step 10.
   • Software currently loaded on the USB Drive will be verified and if files are incorrect they will be deleted and correct files will be loaded. If files residing on the USB Drive are correct for the vehicle being serviced, the Techline terminal will not delete those files and allow the drive to be re-used.
5. Upon completion of the file transfer, remove the USB drive from the computer.
6. Ignition ON, radio ON.
7. Connect the USB drive to the USB port in the vehicle and follow the instructions.
8. When programming is complete, remove the USB device from the vehicle USB port.
9. Access the Service Programming System (SPS) and follow the on-screen instructions.
10. On the SPS Supported Controllers screen, select A11 Radio - Programming, and follow the on-screen instructions.
11. On the SPS Supported Controllers screen, (if available) select A11 Radio - Setup and Configuration, and follow the on-screen instructions.
12. At the end of programming, choose the "Clear DTCs" function on the SPS screen.