LEMON Manuals: Even more car manuals for everyone
Home >> Buick >> 1998 >> Skylark 2.4 T >> Repair and Diagnosis >> External Pages >> Different car >> Section 14 (Body Control Module) >> Reprogramming BFC

Reprogramming BFC

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1998 Oldsmobile Cutlass and 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE: To reprogram BFC, a Techline Terminal is required.
  1. Connect scan tool. Select SERVICE PROGRAMMING from main menu. After entering vehicle information, choose REQUEST INFO soft key on scan tool. Disconnect scan tool from vehicle.
  2. Connect scan tool to Techline Terminal. Select SERVICE PROGRAMMING SYSTEM. Select TERMINAL TO SCAN TOOL PROGRAMMING method. Select DONE. Follow instructions on communications setup screen.
  3. Select PROGRAM BODY FUNCTION CONTROLLER. Select PROGRAM at SUMMARY screen. Techline Terminal will download information to scan tool. Disconnect scan tool from Techline Terminal.
  4. Connect scan tool to vehicle. Turn ignition switch to RUN position. Select SERVICE PROGRAMMING from MAIN MENU. Follow prompts on vehicle year and type. Press BODY FUNCTION CONTROLLER soft key on scan tool. BFC will be programmed with configuration file stored in scan tool.
  5. Reprogram theft deterrent system. See ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM article. Reprogram PCM using Techline equipment. Verify BFC is operating properly.