Off-Board Pass-Thru Programming
Note. The Off-Board Programming Adapter Kit (J 41207-C) is required when a module must be programmed without having the vehicle present. The adapter allows the module to be turned ON and communicate with the scan tool.
- Launch the TIS application at the terminal.
- Select the SERVICE PROGRAMMING SYSTEM.
- Highlight the following information on the Select Diagnostic Tool and Programming Process Screen: Select DIAGNOSTIC TOOL, then select PASS-THRU. Select PROGRAMMING PROCESS. Identify whether an existing module is being reprogrammed or a module is being replaced with a new one. Select ECU LOCATION. Select OFF-BOARD PROGRAMMING ADAPTER.
- Select NEXT.
- Complete all terminal-directed data at the Preparing for Communication/Determine Vehicle screen until NEXT is highlighted.
- Select NEXT.
- Follow the on-screen instructions for connecting the following components: The control module. The Off-Board Programming Adapter (OBPA). Refer to the TIS users guide for a listing of the OBPA. The Tech 2®.
- Select NEXT.
- Pass-Thru displays the VIN stored in the control module. If a new control module is being programmed, enter the correct VIN of the vehicle.
- Select NEXT.
- Select the appropriate options if the Options screen appears.
- Select NEXT.
- Select the type of programming to be performed from the following categories: NORMAL - Used for updating an existing calibration or programming a new controller. VEHICLE CONFIGURATION INDEX (VCI) - Used for updating an existing controller or programming a new controller for newer vehicles whose VINs are not yet in the database. RECONFIGURE - Used to reconfigure a vehicle for changes in tire size and/or axle ratios.
- Select NEXT.
- Select a calibration on the Calibration Selection screen, if necessary.
- Ensure all the desired folder tabs have a green check mark.
- Select NEXT.
- Verify the current and the selected calibration of the control module on the Summary screen.
- Select NEXT.
- Select OK.
- On model year 1996 and newer controllers, a Crankshaft Position (CKP) relearn procedure box may appear. Select OK.
- Follow the on-screen instructions, if any, when the Program Controller/Programming Complete screen appears.
- Select CLOSE.
- Turn OFF the OBPA.
- Turn OFF the Tech 2®.
- Disconnect the OBPA from the Tech 2® and the control module.