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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC2005SUNFIRE L4-2.2L VIN FREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISRELAYS AND MODULESRELAYS AND MODULES - POWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTRELAYS AND MODULES - COMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSBODY CONTROL MODULESERVICE AND REPAIR
2005 Pontiac Sunfire L4-2.2L VIN F
Body Control Module: Service and Repair
2005 Pontiac Sunfire L4-2.2L VIN FSECTION Service and Repair
BODY CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
CAUTION: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Service Precautions.
2. Release the body control module (BCM) wire harness retainer from the BCM bracket.
3. Disconnect the BCM electrical connectors from the BCM.
4. Release the lock tabs and remove the BCM from the BCM bracket.
5. Remove the BCM bracket nuts (2) if required.
6. Remove the BCM bracket (1) as an assembly if required.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the BCM bracket (1) as an assembly if required.
2. Install the BCM bracket nuts (2) if required.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
Tighten the nuts to 5 N.m (44 lb in).
3. Install the BCM into the BCM bracket until lock tabs are fully seated.
4. Connect the BCM electrical connectors to the BCM.
5. Install the BCM wire harness retainer to the BCM bracket.
6. Connect the negative battery cable.
7. Reprogram the BCM. Refer to Body Control Module (BCM) Programming/RPO Configuration. Programming and Relearning
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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.