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.
2024 Chevrolet Traverse LT, 4WDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Unsuccessful Programming Recovery
If programming a control module is not successful, perform the following procedure:
- Verify the control module, data link connector and programming tool connections are secure and the tool software is up to date.
- Ignition - On / Vehicle - In Service Mode
- Perform one of the following SPS Programming functions:
- K45 Powertrain Control Module and follow the on-screen instructions.
- Verify the control module programming is successful.
- If the programming is not successful
- For facilities using an internet firewall, ensure firewall settings are not blocking file downloads and / or require elevated rights.
- For United States and Canada GM dealers, the appropriate firewall settings can be found in the GM DEALER INFRASTRUCTURE & SECURITY GUIDELINES (DISG) section 2.d.vii.
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- Ignition / Vehicle - Off - For greater than 1 min
- Ignition - On / Vehicle - In Service Mode
- Perform one of the following SPS Programming functions:
- K45 PCM and follow the on-screen instructions.
- If the programming is not successful Replace the appropriate component: K45 Powertrain Control Module
- Go to next step: If the programming is successful
- All OK.
- Go to next step: If the programming is successful
- All OK.
NOTE:
If programming is still not successful after the second programming attempt, check the following:
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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.
