PCM/PIM/BCM SECURITY LINK

Once the PCM, PIM and/ or BCM have been

replaced, the modules must be security linked to
each other. If the procedure is not performed, the
vehicle will not crank or run.
This linking procedure is found under the BODY
CONTROL MODULE of TECH 2 and is performed
as follows:
Connect TECH 2 to DLC and select:
- Diagnostic / (X) 1999 / VT Commodore / Body
/ Body Control Module / Security / BCM Link to
PCM/PIM.

ask to select the installed engine. If V8 GEN III

Connect TECH 2 to TIS terminal and select

After returning to the vehicle, select again the

linking procedure. BCM and PIM are linked first,

automatically.

For additional information regarding TECH 2 and

TECH 2 test modes (including this linking
procedure), refer to TECH 2 DIAGNOSIS FOR BCM
in Section 12J-1 LOW SERIES BCM or Section
12J-2 HIGH SERIES BCM of the VT Series II
Service Information.
NOTE: After the new PCM has been linked, you
must then follow the Idle Learn Procedure in order
for the PCM to learn and reestablish the IAC valve
position.

IDLE LEARN PROCEDURE

Whenever the PCM or the battery is disconnected or

the IAC valve pintle is lost, resulting in an unstable

idle.
Perform the following procedure in order to return
the IAC valve pintle to the correct position:
Automatic Transmission
1. Turn OFF the ignition.
2. Restore the PCM battery feed.
3. Turn OFF the A/C controls.
4. Set the park brake and block the drive wheels.
5. Start the engine.
6. Shift the transmission selector to D (drive).
7. Allow the engine to idle for 10 minutes.
8. Turn ON the A/C controls.
9. Allow the engine to idle for 10 minutes.
10. Shift the transmission selector to P (park).
11. Allow the engine to idle for 10 minutes.
12. Turn OFF the A/C controls.
13. Allow the engine to idle for 10 minutes.
14. Turn OFF the engine for 30 seconds.
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Manual Transmission
1. Turn OFF the ignition.
2. Restore the PCM battery feed.
3. Turn OFF the A/C controls.
4. Set the park brake and block the drive wheels.
5. Place the transmission in neutral.
6. Start the engine.
7. Turn ON the A/C controls.
8. Allow the engine to idle for 10 minutes.
9. Turn OFF the A/C controls.
10. Allow the engine to idle for 10 minutes.
11. Turn OFF the engine for 30 seconds.

FUNCTIONAL CHECK
1. Clear the Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs).
2. Perform the Powertrain OBD System Check.
3. Start the engine and idle for one minute.
4. Use the Tech 2 scan tool to check for DTCs

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