PCM Reset
After a PCM reset procedure, the following conditions will be met:
- All DTCs cleared from PCM memory.
- All freeze frame data cleared from PCM memory.
- All oxygen sensor test data cleared from PCM memory.
- OBD-II system monitor status is reset.
- DTC P1000 set in PCM memory.
To perform PCM reset using NGS tool, ensure connectors are properly connected. Program tool using the following steps:
- Select VEHICLE & ENGINE SELECTION.
- Select year, engine, model and any additional information requested by tool.
- Follow operating instructions from tool menu.
- Select GENERIC OBD-II FUNCTIONS. Press CONT button if monitors are not complete.
- Turn ignition on.
- Select CLEAR DIAGNOSTIC CODES.
All codes should now be cleared from PCM memory. If problem has not been corrected or fault is still present, hard code will immediately be reset in PCM memory.
CAUTION:
DO NOT disconnect vehicle battery to clear codes. This will erase stored operating information from Keep-Alive Memory (KAM). To clear KAM, disconnect negative battery terminal for at least 5 minutes.
CAUTION:
When battery is disconnected, vehicle computer and memory systems may lose memory data. Driveability problems may exist until computer systems have completed a relearn cycle. See COMPUTER RELEARN PROCEDURES
article in the GENERAL INFORMATION section before disconnecting battery.