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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2025EQUINOX RS, FWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 55 (PROGRAMMING AND SETUP - ALL SYSTEMS)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSK71 TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE: PROGRAMMING AND SETUP (9T45 (M3U) OR 9T50 (M3D M3H))UNSUCCESSFUL PROGRAMMING RECOVERY
2025 Chevrolet Equinox RS, FWD
Unsuccessful Programming Recovery
2025 Chevrolet Equinox RS, FWDSECTION Unsuccessful Programming Recovery
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In the event of an interrupted or unsuccessful programming event, perform the following:
- Ignition ON. Ensure the control module, DLC, and programming tool connections are secure and the SPS software is up to date.
- Verify the control module can be reprogrammed.
- If the control module cannot be programmed
- Ignition OFF for 2 minutes, ignition ON.
- Verify the control module can be reprogrammed.
- If the control module cannot be programmed, replace the K71 Transmission Control Module.
- Go to next step: If the control module can be reprogrammed
- All OK.
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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.