Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Will Not Properly Communicate On-Board Diagnostic EGR Test Result Information to Non-TECH 2 (Generic) Service or Test Equipment (Reprogram PCM)
| Subject: | Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Will Not Properly Communicate On-Board Diagnostic EGR Test Result Information to Non-TECH2® (Generic) Service or Test Equipment (Reprogram PCM) |
| Models: | 2002 Buick LeSabre, Park Avenue, Regal |
| 2002 Chevrolet Impala, Monte Carlo |
| 2002 Pontiac Bonneville, Grand Prix |
| with 3.8L V6 Engine (VIN K - RPO L36) |
Condition
Some customers may comment that their vehicle's engine is unable to be properly serviced or tested using non-TECH2® (Generic) service or test equipment. When requested using non-TECH2® (Generic) service or test equipment, these vehicles are unable to properly report EGR diagnostic test results.
Correction
Reprogram to the latest calibration available through TIS.
The new calibration should be from TIS satellite data update version 1.0 for 2004 or later, available starting January 2004. As always, make sure your TECH2® is updated with the latest software version.
Warranty Information
For vehicles repaired under the applicable 8 year 80,000 mile (130,000 kilometres) emission controller warranty, use:
Labor Operation | Description | Labor Time |
|---|---|---|
J6353 | Module, Engine Control - Reprogram All Except Park Avenue, Bonneville | 0.4 hr |
Module, Engine Control - Reprogram Park Avenue, Bonneville | 0.5 hr |
