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 control module, perform the following procedure:
The vehicle must remain in PARK and the driver's door closed during the programming procedure.
- Ignition/vehicle OFF
- Connect a USB drive to the computer.
- Perform a Quick Format on the USB drive to FAT32.
- Access the Service Programming System (SPS) and follow the on-screen instructions.
- On the SPS Supported Controllers screen, select A11 Radio - USB Copy/USB File Transfer.
- Upon completion of the file transfer, properly eject the USB drive from the computer.
- Engine running, infotainment system ON.
If USB programming is unavailable, or if the selected software description is the following proceed to step 11: STOP. If you are seeing this text, the controller already has the latest software available. If you try to proceed further, SPS will generate an error. .
The Radio screen will be blank because of not being programmed.
If the engine is not running during the USB portion, programming will fail.
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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.
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