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.
Replace and Program Control Module
To program a replacement K20 Engine Control Module (ECM), perform the following procedure:
- Access the Service Programming System (SPS) and follow the on-screen instructions.
- Before removing the old control module, perform the SPS function Prepare Control Module for Removal, if available.NOTE:
The Prepare Control Module for Removal function can only be performed when communication with the old control module is still possible.
- Replace the ECM.
- Perform one of the following SPS Programming functions:NOTE:
If both controller options below are listed, select K20/K71 Engine and Transmission Control Modules.
- K20/K71 Engine and Transmission Control Modules and follow the on-screen instructions.
- K20 Engine Control Module and follow on-screen instructions.
- Clear the DTCs after completing the Programming procedure.
- If equipped, perform the SPS function Immobilizer Learn and follow the on-screen instructions. Refer to Immobilizer System Component Programming (without BTM) , and Immobilizer System Component Programming (with BTM) .
- Perform the following SPS function:
- SetupNOTE:
If both controller options below are listed, select K20 Engine Control Module.
- K20/K71 Engine and Transmission Control Modules and follow the on-screen instructions.
- K20 Engine Control Module and follow on-screen instructions.
- Configuration - If applicable
- Setup
- If equipped, perform the Fuel Pressure Regulator Learn via GDS2, Engine Control Module, Configuration/Reset Functions, Learn Functions.
- Clear DTCs.
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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.