Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Reprogram Steering Column Lock Control Module
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.
To reprogram an existing steering column lock control module, perform the following procedure:
- Ignition ON for 10 seconds, ignition OFF.
- Close all doors and wait 5 minutes.
- Install EL-49642 SPS programming support tool.
- Ignition ON.
- Access the Service Programming System (SPS) and follow the on-screen instructions.
- On the SPS Supported Controllers screen, select K60 Steering Column Lock Control Module - Programming and follow the on-screen instructions.
- At the end of programming, choose the "Clear All DTCs" function on the SPS screen.
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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.