Chevrolet Sonic Repair Manual: Immobilizer System Component Programming
This procedure will learn the immobilizer function. If the battery voltage is low, charge the battery before proceeding with the learn. If the body control module (BCM) or engine control module (ECM) have been replaced, they must be programmed before performing this learn procedure.
Depending on the immobilizer function being learned or the component replaced, different learn functions are required to be performed. These learn functions are as follows:
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Function name on SPS tool: |
Function description: |
When the function should be used: |
Notes: |
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Body Control Module IMMO Function with Existing Transponder or Remote Key |
The BCM will relearn the immobilizer passwords and data while reusing the existing vehicle keys |
The BCM has been replaced and the existing vehicle keys are being reused or a diagnostic has instructed to perform the learn |
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Body Control Module IMMO Function with New Transponder or Remote Key |
The BCM will relearn the immobilizer passwords and data while using new vehicle keys |
The BCM has been replaced and new vehicle keys are being reused |
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Engine Control Module IMMO Learn |
The ECM will relearn the immobilizer passwords and data |
The ECM has been replaced or a diagnostic has instructed to perform the learn |
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Engine Control Module and Body Control Module IMMO Learn |
The ECM and BCM will learn new immobilizer passwords and data |
Both the ECM and BCM have been replaced (this selection will REQUIRE new vehicle keys be used) |
Because both the ECM and BCM have been replaced and are learning new immobilizer passwords and data, all vehicle keys must also be replaced |
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Program Transponder or Remote Key (Add) |
A new vehicle key will learn the immobilizer passwords and data |
A new vehicle key is being added (does not affect other vehicle keys) |
This function may not be available in all sales regions. Refer to the SPS application to determine if a particular vehicle is able to add keys using this method. |
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Program Transponder or Remote Key (Delete) |
All existing vehicle keys will be invalidated and any desired keys are relearned |
All vehicle keys are desired to be invalidated and certain keys relearned or a diagnostic has instructed to perform the learn |
This procedure may be used if a customer has had their keys lost or stolen and wishes to invalidate the keys, making them unable to start the vehicle |
- Connect a scan tool to the vehicle and access SPS.
- Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
- Ensure that all power consuming devices are turned OFF on the vehicle.
- Select SPS application and follow the on-screen instructions.
- Select Reprogram ECU.
- Select IMMO Immobilizer Learn – Setup.
- Select the appropriate programming function based on the component that was replaced or is being programmed. Refer to the table at the top of this document for assistance in choosing the correct programming function.
- Follow the on-screen instructions.
- After programming all keys “Programming Complete” is displayed.
- Press the lock and unlock button on each transmitter that was programmed. This will awaken each transmitter and allow keyless entry functions to be established.
- With a scan tool, clear any DTCs.
- Verify each key is operating properly. Operate each of the keyless entry functions using the buttons on the transmitter and then start the vehicle. When verifying operation, make sure that no other keys are near the vehicle.
Immobilizer Description and Operation
The immobilizer system functions are provided by the body control module (BCM)
and the engine control module (ECM), as well as any modules which store and report
the environment identifier.
When ...
Key with Integrated Transmitter Programming
Keys can be programming in various ways using the procedures outlined below.
Using the Replacing Keys procedures will first erase all the known keys from the
vehicle. Any existing keys and any new ...
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Pretensioner Handling and Scrapping
Scrapping Procedure
During the course of a vehicles useful life, certain situations may arise
which will necessitate the disposal of a live (undeployed) pretensioner. The
following information covers the proper procedures for the disposing of a live
(undeployed) pretensioner. Deplo ...
Brake Caliper Inspection
Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning.
Inspect the brake caliper housing (1) for cracks, excess wear, and/or damage.
If any of these conditions are present, the brake caliper requires replacement.
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Manual Transmission Shift Lever and Selector Lever Cable Replacement
Removal Procedure
Remove the battery tray. Refer to
Battery Tray Replacement.
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Disconnect the shift lever and selector cable ends (1)
from the transmission shift lever and selector levers.
Pull the cable retainers (2) to release the shift
leve ...
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