Relink VATS on 03 Duramax

[u00bse1]

I replaced my ECM with a used unit. Licensed ECM and updated VIN to original truck VIN. Vehicle will not start due to VATS. Tried to relink VATS and get message not applicable for this vehicle. Turn off VATS and re-flash CAL and all is well. How is the VATS relearn/relink process suppose to work on this?

Thanks.
Brian.

[Bill@HPTuners]

Probably need to have the dealer do it.

[u00bse1]

Bill do you know why? Is there special case or situations that make this work or not work? Going to the dealer i don't really care for. Doing things like this is a major reaon i bought this software. If i can't do it i understand, just hope this isn't a common thing.

Thanks for the reply. Not trying to be a jerk, just want to understand if this is supose to work or ???

[mecanicman]

Programming Theft Deterrent System Components
Programming Replacement Passlock™ Sensor, BCM, or PCM

Important
The body control module (BCM) must be programmed with the proper RPO configurations before performing learn procedures. See Body Control Module (BCM) Programming/RPO Configuration .
If replacing the BCM with a GM Service Parts Operations (SPO) replacement part, the module will learn Passlock™ sensor data code immediately. The existing PCM, however, must learn the new fuel continue password when the BCM is replaced.
If replacing a powertrain control module (PCM) with a GM Service Parts Operations (SPO) replacement part, after programming, these modules will learn the incoming fuel continue password immediately upon receipt of a password message. Once a password message is received, and a password is learned, a learn procedure must be performed to change this password again. A PCM which has been previously installed in another vehicle will have learned the other vehicle's fuel continue password and will require a learn procedure after programming to learn the current vehicles password.

Conditions
Use this procedure after replacing:

Passlock Sensor
BCM
PCM
Learn Procedures
There are 2 available methods to perform the programming procedure:

A 10 minute procedure which requires a Tech 2 and a techline terminal.
A 30 minute procedure which does not require the use of any tools.
10 Minute Learn Procedure
Tools Required
Tech 2
Techline terminal with current Service Programming System (SPS) software
Connect the Tech 2 to the vehicle.
Select "Request Information" under "Service Programming".
Disconnect the Tech 2 from the vehicle and connect it to a techline terminal.
On the techline terminal, select "Theft Module Re-Learn" under "Service Programming".
Disconnect the Tech 2 from the techline terminal and connect it to the vehicle.
Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
Select "Program ECU" under "Service Programming".
Attempt to start the engine, then release the key to ON, vehicle will not start.
Observe the SECURITY telltale, after approximately 10 minutes the telltale will turn OFF; the vehicle is now ready to relearn the Passlock Sensor Data Code and/or password on the next ignition switch transition from OFF to CRANK.
Turn OFF the ignition, and wait 5 seconds.
Start the engine; the vehicle has now learned the password.
With the Tech 2 scan tool, clear any DTCs.
30 Minute Learn Procedure
Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
Attempt to start the engine, then release the key to ON; the vehicle will not start.
Observe the SECURITY telltale; after approximately 10 minutes the telltale will turn OFF.
Turn OFF the ignition, and wait 5 seconds.
Repeat steps 1 through 4 two more times for a total of 3 cycles/30 minutes; the vehicle is now ready to relearn the Passlock Sensor Data Code and/or passwords on the next ignition switch transition from OFF to CRANK.

Important
The vehicle learns the Passlock Sensor Data Code and/or password on the next ignition switch transition from OFF to CRANK. You must turn the ignition OFF before attempting to start the vehicle.


Start the engine. The vehicle has now learned the Passlock Sensor Data Code and/or password.
With a scan tool, clear any DTCs, if needed. History DTCs will self clear after 100 ignition cycles.

[u00bse1]

I have does the 30 minute procedure on several other cars. Didn't think to try it on this truck. Thanks for mentioning, i will try that.

Brian

[u00bse1]

Programming Theft Deterrent System Components
Programming Replacement Passlock™ Sensor, BCM, or PCM

Important
The body control module (BCM) must be programmed with the proper RPO configurations before performing learn procedures. See Body Control Module (BCM) Programming/RPO Configuration .
If replacing the BCM with a GM Service Parts Operations (SPO) replacement part, the module will learn Passlock™ sensor data code immediately. The existing PCM, however, must learn the new fuel continue password when the BCM is replaced.
If replacing a powertrain control module (PCM) with a GM Service Parts Operations (SPO) replacement part, after programming, these modules will learn the incoming fuel continue password immediately upon receipt of a password message. Once a password message is received, and a password is learned, a learn procedure must be performed to change this password again. A PCM which has been previously installed in another vehicle will have learned the other vehicle's fuel continue password and will require a learn procedure after programming to learn the current vehicles password.

Conditions
Use this procedure after replacing:

Passlock Sensor
BCM
PCM
Learn Procedures
There are 2 available methods to perform the programming procedure:

A 10 minute procedure which requires a Tech 2 and a techline terminal.
A 30 minute procedure which does not require the use of any tools.
10 Minute Learn Procedure
Tools Required
Tech 2
Techline terminal with current Service Programming System (SPS) software
Connect the Tech 2 to the vehicle.
Select "Request Information" under "Service Programming".
Disconnect the Tech 2 from the vehicle and connect it to a techline terminal.
On the techline terminal, select "Theft Module Re-Learn" under "Service Programming".
Disconnect the Tech 2 from the techline terminal and connect it to the vehicle.
Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
Select "Program ECU" under "Service Programming".
Attempt to start the engine, then release the key to ON, vehicle will not start.
Observe the SECURITY telltale, after approximately 10 minutes the telltale will turn OFF; the vehicle is now ready to relearn the Passlock Sensor Data Code and/or password on the next ignition switch transition from OFF to CRANK.
Turn OFF the ignition, and wait 5 seconds.
Start the engine; the vehicle has now learned the password.
With the Tech 2 scan tool, clear any DTCs.
30 Minute Learn Procedure
Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
Attempt to start the engine, then release the key to ON; the vehicle will not start.
Observe the SECURITY telltale; after approximately 10 minutes the telltale will turn OFF.
Turn OFF the ignition, and wait 5 seconds.
Repeat steps 1 through 4 two more times for a total of 3 cycles/30 minutes; the vehicle is now ready to relearn the Passlock Sensor Data Code and/or passwords on the next ignition switch transition from OFF to CRANK.

Important
The vehicle learns the Passlock Sensor Data Code and/or password on the next ignition switch transition from OFF to CRANK. You must turn the ignition OFF before attempting to start the vehicle.


Start the engine. The vehicle has now learned the Passlock Sensor Data Code and/or password.
With a scan tool, clear any DTCs, if needed. History DTCs will self clear after 100 ignition cycles.

This did work. Truck is a little finicky, but i got it.
Thanks.

[Anthony@MDS]

Excellent info, will save this in my notes, good stuff to have. Thanks !