Theft Deterrent Control Module Programming and Setup

2006 Chevrolet Tahoe 4WD V8-5.3L VIN TSECTION Theft Deterrent Control Module Programming and Setup


THEFT DETERRENT CONTROL MODULE PROGRAMMING AND SETUP - IMMOBILIZER

Each of the following service procedures requires programming or setup procedures to be performed on the theft deterrent control module.

Theft Deterrent Control Module Replacement
If the theft deterrent control module is replaced, the following procedures must be performed:
1. Set Up a New Theft Deterrent Control Module-Refer to Programming Theft Deterrent System Components in Theft Deterrent - Immobilizer.
2. 10-Minute Relearn Procedure-Refer to Programming Theft Deterrent System Components in Theft Deterrent - Immobilizer.

Replacing Keys
If a key is replaced, the following procedure must be performed:
Replacing Keys-Refer to Replacing Keys in Theft Deterrent.

Adding Keys
If a key is being added, the following procedure must be performed:
Adding Keys-Refer to Adding Keys in Theft Deterrent.
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