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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2018SONIC PREMIER, 4D SEDAN, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 11 (PROGRAMMING AND SETUP - ALL SYSTEMS)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSK71 TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE: PROGRAMMING AND SETUPPROGRAMMING AN EXISTING OR NEW CONTROL MODULE
2018 Chevrolet Sonic Premier, 4D Sedan, Standard Trans
Programming an Existing or New Control Module
2018 Chevrolet Sonic Premier, 4D Sedan, Standard TransSECTION Programming an Existing or New Control Module
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 GMC Canyon and 2017 Chevrolet Colorado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
To program an existing or new control module, perform the following procedure:
- Install the special tool: EL-49642 SPS Programming Support Tool
- Ignition On/Vehicle In Service Mode
- Access SPS and follow the on-screen instructions for the control module: K71 Transmission Control Module - Programming
- After the programming is complete, select: Setup - If available
If Setup is not available in SPS - Perform the appropriate learn/reset procedure with the scan tool
- Clear DTCs after programming is complete. Clearing powertrain DTCs will set the Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) system status indicators to No.
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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.