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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC2004VIBE AWD L4-1.8L VIN 8REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSTECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINSALL TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINSENGINE CONTROLS - PCM REPROGRAMMING INFORMATION
2004 Pontiac Vibe AWD L4-1.8L VIN 8
Engine Controls - PCM Reprogramming Information
2004 Pontiac Vibe AWD L4-1.8L VIN 8SECTION Engine Controls - PCM Reprogramming Information
INFORMATION
Bulletin No.: 09-06-04-006A
Date: May 29, 2009
Subject: Downloading and Installation of Vibe Programming Application for Reprogramming Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
Models:
2003-2009 Pontiac Vibe
Supercede:
This bulletin is being revised to add a Note to clarify that the Programming Application itself does not contain any calibrations. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 09-06-04-006 (Section 06 - Engine).
A new application is being released to allow reprogramming of the PCM at the dealership rather than replacing the unit as previously required when calibration updates occurred. The Vibe programming application is required in order to reprogram the PCM. The process to download the application requires using TIS2WEB.
Note
Be advised that the Vibe Programming Application itself DOES NOT contain any calibrations. They are downloaded separately AFTER the Programming Application has been downloaded and installed on your PC.
Downloading and Installation from TIS2WEB of the Vibe Programming Application to the PC
1. Use the following steps to create a New Folder on the Desktop to save the application files that will be downloaded and then installed on the PC.
1. Right click on Desktop.
2. Select New.
3. Select Folder.
4. Right click on the New Folder and rename it Pontiac Vibe.
2. Log on to TIS2WEB. In the upper right corner of the TIS2WEB Homepage, click on the Help menu question mark icon "?".
3. The Help dialog screen will appear. In the left column of the Help screen, click on VIBE Programming Application and Calibrations.
4. Click on Download VIBE Programming Application.
5. In the right column of the Help screen, under the heading Vibe Programming Application and Software Installation From TIS2WEB , observe the following statement:
You will need to download and install the VIBE Programming Application first.
Then,
1. Click (on the word) here (highlighted in blue) to download the latest VIBE Programming Application.
2. A File Download-Security Warning box will appear prompting to Run, Save, or Cancel. Click Save.
3. The Save As box will appear. Select Desktop for the Save in field.
4. Select the Pontiac Vibe folder.
5. Click Open. The Save in field will change from Desktop to Pontiac Vibe.
6. Click Save. The application file will be downloaded and saved to the Pontiac Vibe folder on the desktop. When the download is complete, click Close.
6. Double click on the Pontiac Vibe folder on the Desktop.
1. Double click on the vibe_app file.
2. The Open File-Security Warning Box will appear prompting to Run or Cancel. Click Run.
3. The WinZip Self Extractor will run, then the Vibe Programming Application-InstallShield Wizard box will appear, prompting for Next or Cancel. Click Next.
4. The next Vibe Programming Application-InstallShield Wizard box will appear, prompting forInstall.
5. The application will be installed and the last Vibe Programming Application-InstallShield Wizard box will appear, prompting to click Finish.
6. Click Finish to complete the application installation.
7. To access the application, double click on the new CUW Vibe Programming Icon on the Desktop. The application can also be accessed through the following menu path:
1. Click the Start Icon.
2. Select Programs.
3. Select Vibe Programming Application.
4. Select Vibe Programming.
Disclaimer
Bulletin No.: 09-06-04-006A
Date: May 29, 2009
Subject: Downloading and Installation of Vibe Programming Application for Reprogramming Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
Models:
2003-2009 Pontiac Vibe
Supercede:
This bulletin is being revised to add a Note to clarify that the Programming Application itself does not contain any calibrations. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 09-06-04-006 (Section 06 - Engine).
A new application is being released to allow reprogramming of the PCM at the dealership rather than replacing the unit as previously required when calibration updates occurred. The Vibe programming application is required in order to reprogram the PCM. The process to download the application requires using TIS2WEB.
Note
Be advised that the Vibe Programming Application itself DOES NOT contain any calibrations. They are downloaded separately AFTER the Programming Application has been downloaded and installed on your PC.
Downloading and Installation from TIS2WEB of the Vibe Programming Application to the PC
1. Use the following steps to create a New Folder on the Desktop to save the application files that will be downloaded and then installed on the PC.
1. Right click on Desktop.
2. Select New.
3. Select Folder.
4. Right click on the New Folder and rename it Pontiac Vibe.
2. Log on to TIS2WEB. In the upper right corner of the TIS2WEB Homepage, click on the Help menu question mark icon "?".
3. The Help dialog screen will appear. In the left column of the Help screen, click on VIBE Programming Application and Calibrations.
4. Click on Download VIBE Programming Application.
5. In the right column of the Help screen, under the heading Vibe Programming Application and Software Installation From TIS2WEB , observe the following statement:
You will need to download and install the VIBE Programming Application first.
Then,
1. Click (on the word) here (highlighted in blue) to download the latest VIBE Programming Application.
2. A File Download-Security Warning box will appear prompting to Run, Save, or Cancel. Click Save.
3. The Save As box will appear. Select Desktop for the Save in field.
4. Select the Pontiac Vibe folder.
5. Click Open. The Save in field will change from Desktop to Pontiac Vibe.
6. Click Save. The application file will be downloaded and saved to the Pontiac Vibe folder on the desktop. When the download is complete, click Close.
6. Double click on the Pontiac Vibe folder on the Desktop.
1. Double click on the vibe_app file.
2. The Open File-Security Warning Box will appear prompting to Run or Cancel. Click Run.
3. The WinZip Self Extractor will run, then the Vibe Programming Application-InstallShield Wizard box will appear, prompting for Next or Cancel. Click Next.
4. The next Vibe Programming Application-InstallShield Wizard box will appear, prompting for
5. The application will be installed and the last Vibe Programming Application-InstallShield Wizard box will appear, prompting to click Finish.
6. Click Finish to complete the application installation.
7. To access the application, double click on the new CUW Vibe Programming Icon on the Desktop. The application can also be accessed through the following menu path:
1. Click the Start Icon.
2. Select Programs.
3. Select Vibe Programming Application.
4. Select Vibe Programming.
Disclaimer
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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.