PASSLOCK(R) Learn Procedures

1998 Oldsmobile Achieva 3.1 M, 4T40E/MN4SECTION PASSLOCK(R) Learn Procedures
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1999 Pontiac Grand Am and 1999 Oldsmobile Alero. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE: Perform the Passlock(R) learn procedure when the Passlock(R) sensor, BCM or PCM have been replaced. Program replaced module before programming Passlock(R).
  1. Turn ignition ON.
  2. Turn ignition to CRANK, and then back to ON without starting vehicle.
  3. Observe SECURITY indicator for 10 minutes.
  4. After ignition has been on for 10 minutes, the SECURITY indicator will switch from on to off.
  5. Using scan tool, clear DTCs.
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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