Replace and Program Steering Column Lock Control Module

2018 Chevrolet Spark LS, Standard TransSECTION Replace and Program Steering Column Lock Control Module

To program a replacement steering column lock control module, perform the following procedure:

NOTE:

Before reprogramming, to ensure that the steering column lock password from the BCM is learned: turn ignition ON and then OFF, close all doors, and wait 5 minutes.

  1. Install EL-49642  SPS programming support tool.
  2. Ignition ON.
  3. Access the Service Programming System (SPS) and follow the on-screen instructions.
  4. If available, on the SPS Supported Controllers screen, select K60 Steering Column Lock Control Module - Prepare Control Module For Removal and follow the on-screen instructions.
    NOTE:

    The Prepare Control Module for Removal function can only be performed when communication with the old control module is still possible

  5. Replace the Steering Column Lock Module. Refer to: Control Module References 
  6. Ignition ON for 10 seconds, ignition OFF.
  7. Close all doors and wait 5 minutes.
  8. Ignition ON.
  9. On the SPS Supported Controllers screen, select K60 Steering Column Lock Control Module - Programming and follow the on-screen instructions.
  10. At the end of programming, choose the "Clear All DTCs" function on the SPS screen.
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