Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Replace and Program Column Lock Control Module
To program a replacement column lock control module, perform the following procedure:
Before reprogramming, to ensure that the column lock password from the BCM is learned: turn ignition ON and then OFF, close all doors, and wait 5 minutes.
- Ignition ON.
- Access the Service Programming System (SPS) and follow the on-screen instructions.
- If available, on the SPS Supported Controllers screen, select K60 Column Lock Control Module - Prepare Control Module For Removal and follow the on-screen instructions.NOTE:
The Prepare Control Module for Removal function can only be performed when communication with the old control module is still possible
- Replace the Column Lock Module. Refer to: Control Module References
- Ignition ON for 10 seconds, ignition OFF.
- Close all doors and wait 5 minutes.
- Ignition ON.
- On the SPS Supported Controllers screen, select K60 Column Lock Control Module - Programming and follow the on-screen instructions.
- Clear DTCs.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.