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2004 GMC Jimmy (CANADA) V6-4.3LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Body Control Module: Service and Repair
BODY CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
IMPORTANT: The ignition switch should be in the OFF position when connecting or disconnecting the connectors to the BCM. Always disconnect the Brown BCM connector FIRST and connect the Brown BCM connector LAST. The BCM can set DTC(s) with the ignition switch in the OFF position.
1. Remove the left instrument panel sound insulator from the vehicle.
2. Remove the lower instrument panel sound insulator from the vehicle.
3. Disconnect the electrical connectors from the body control module.
4. Bend the 2 snap retainers back slightly and pull the body control module from the bracket at an angle.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the body control module to the bracket at an angle under the wide hook retainer, with the label facing away from the bracket.
2. Apply pressure on the left side of the body control module in order to move the module toward the mounting bracket base. Snap the module into place.
3. Ensure that the module is fully seated. Ensure that both snap retainers are holding the module.
4. Connect the electrical connectors to the body control module. Be sure to connect the brown connector last.
5. Install the lower instrument panel sound insulator to the vehicle.
6. Install the left instrument panel sound insulator to the vehicle.
7. Use the following components in order to program the body control module with the proper calibrations:
- The Techline Terminal
- The scan tool
8. Perform the BCM Programming. Refer to Body Control Module (BCM) Programming/RPO Configuration. Programming and Relearning
9. Clear the diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs).
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
IMPORTANT: The ignition switch should be in the OFF position when connecting or disconnecting the connectors to the BCM. Always disconnect the Brown BCM connector FIRST and connect the Brown BCM connector LAST. The BCM can set DTC(s) with the ignition switch in the OFF position.
1. Remove the left instrument panel sound insulator from the vehicle.
2. Remove the lower instrument panel sound insulator from the vehicle.
3. Disconnect the electrical connectors from the body control module.
4. Bend the 2 snap retainers back slightly and pull the body control module from the bracket at an angle.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the body control module to the bracket at an angle under the wide hook retainer, with the label facing away from the bracket.
2. Apply pressure on the left side of the body control module in order to move the module toward the mounting bracket base. Snap the module into place.
3. Ensure that the module is fully seated. Ensure that both snap retainers are holding the module.
4. Connect the electrical connectors to the body control module. Be sure to connect the brown connector last.
5. Install the lower instrument panel sound insulator to the vehicle.
6. Install the left instrument panel sound insulator to the vehicle.
7. Use the following components in order to program the body control module with the proper calibrations:
- The Techline Terminal
- The scan tool
8. Perform the BCM Programming. Refer to Body Control Module (BCM) Programming/RPO Configuration. Programming and Relearning
9. Clear the diagnostic trouble codes (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.
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