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.
2021 GMC Yukon AT4FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Replace and Program Control Module
To program a replacement or an existing control module, perform the following procedure:
- Ignition/Vehicle OFF.
- Ensure that the key fob is inside the vehicle and not moved for the duration of the programming
- Access the Service Programming System (SPS) and follow the on-screen instructions.
- On the SPS Supported Controllers screen, select K160 Brake System Control Module - Prepare Control Module for Removal and follow the on-screen instructions.
- On the SPS Supported Controllers screen, select K160 Brake System Control Module - Programming and follow the on-screen instructions.
- On the SPS Supported Controllers screen, select K160 Brake System Control Module - Setup and follow the on-screen instructions.
- Perform the scan tool Control Functions, Brake Hydraulics Test procedure.
- If the Brake Hydraulics Test fails perform the scan tool Control Functions, Automated Brake Bleed procedure
- If the Brake Hydraulics Test passes go to step 8
- Perform the scan tool Configuration/Reset Functions, Brake System Plunger Pressure Rise Starting Point Learn procedure
- If the programming procedure did not complete and a Device Control Limits Exceeded message is displayed refer to Device Control Limits Exceeded Error
- If the A104 Brake Master Cylinder was also replaced perform the Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding procedure refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding
- Clear DTCs.
- If ABS, Traction Control and/or Stabilitrak indicators or Brake Related Messages are ON after performing programming and setup, do the following:
- Disconnect the scan tool from the X84 Data Link Connector.
- Ignition/Vehicle OFF, all access doors closed, all vehicle systems OFF, and all keys at least 3 m (9.8 ft) away from the vehicle. It may take up to 10 min to power down.
- Ignition ON/Vehicle In Service Mode, verify ABS, Traction Control and/or Stabilitrak indicators or Brake Messsages are Off. If not, repeat the above step to make sure the vehicle is in sleep mode.
- 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:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
