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.
Calibration Information
The following is only required if directed to this procedure from another diagnosis. It is required for a Battery Monitor Module or Battery replacement, or Battery disconnect reconnect procedure.
In order for the BCM to relearn the Battery Sensor Module status, The vehicle must sit undisturbed for three hours and there must be no significant parasitic electrical drain on the battery. If the parasitic electrical drain does not remain below 100 mA the relearn will not be successfully completed and the Stop/Start system may not operate correctly. Refer to Battery Electrical Drain/Parasitic Load Test
Starting with 2017 model year vehicles with Stop/Start, a new feature called Power On Reset was incorporated. With the addition of this feature the Battery Sensor learn procedure is no longer required after a battery disconnect/reconnect.
The vehicle will continue to use an estimated state of charge until the vehicle sits for the three hours and then it will start using the actual state of charge value. The Stop/Start system will function normally before and after the learn occurs and will be seamless to the customer.
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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.