Service Programming Methods

2003 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500 2WD V8-5.3L VIN TSECTION Service Programming Methods

Service Programming Methods
The 4 methods of programming a control module and the proper tools for each method are as follows:

* Remote Programming:
- The Tech 2 or other scan tool, Techline Terminal or a personal computer equipped with General Motors Corporation authorized programming software--The Tech 2 or other scan tool is used as an interface between the vehicle and the Techline Terminal or a personal computer.
- The control module is installed in the vehicle

* Pass Thru Programming:
- The Tech 2 or other scan tool, Techline Terminal or a personal computer equipped with General Motors Corporation authorized programming software--The Tech 2 or other scan tool is used as an interface between the vehicle and the Techline Terminal or a personal computer.
- The control module is installed in the vehicle.

* Off-Board Remote Programming, vehicle NOT available:
- The Tech 2 or other scan tool, off-board programming adapter (OBPA), Techline Terminal or a personal computer equipped with General Motors Corporation authorized programming software--The Tech 2 or other scan tool is used as an interface between the vehicle and the Techline Terminal or a personal computer.
- The control module is NOT installed in a vehicle.

* Off-Board Pass Thru Programming
- The Tech 2 or other scan tool, off-board programming adapter (OBPA), Techline Terminal or a personal computer equipped with General Motors Corporation authorized programming software--The Tech 2 or other scan tool is used as an interface between the vehicle and the Techline Terminal or a personal computer.
- The control module is NOT installed in a vehicle.

All 4 methods may not be available for every vehicle.
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