Buick Encore: Service programming system (SPS)
Special Tools
EL-49642 SPS Programming Support Tool
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
For step-by-step control module programming instructions, please refer to the
techline information system (TIS)
terminal.
Review the information below to ensure proper programming protocol.
NOTE:
Ensure the following conditions are met before programming a control module:
Vehicle system voltage:
- There is not a charging system concern. All charging system concerns
must be repaired before
programming a control module.
- Battery voltage is greater than 12 volts but less than 16 volts. The
battery must be fully charged
before programming the control module.
- Turn OFF or disable any system that may put a load on the vehicles
battery, such as the following
components:
- Interior lights
- Exterior lights including daytime running lights (DRL)-Applying the
parking brake, on most
vehicles, disables the DRL system
- Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems
- Engine cooling fans
- Radio, etc.
- The ignition switch must be in the proper position. SPS prompts you to
turn ON the ignition, with the
engine OFF. DO NOT change the position of the ignition switch during the
programming procedure,
unless instructed to do so.
- Make certain all tool connections are secure, including the following
components and circuits:
- The RS-232 communication cable port
- The connection at the data link connector (DLC)
- The voltage supply circuits
- The USB, Ethernet or Wireless communication port
- The connection at the data link connector (DLC)
- DO NOT disturb the tool harnesses while programming. If an interruption
occurs during the
programming procedure, programming failure or control module damage may
occur.
In the event of an interrupted or unsuccessful programming event, perform the
following steps:
- DO NOT turn the ignition OFF. Ensure that all control module and DLC
connections are secure and the
TIS terminal operating software is up to date.
- Attempt to reprogram the control module.
- If the control module can still not be programmed, turn the ignition OFF
for at least one minute.
- Turn the ignition ON and attempt to reprogram the control module. The
control module should program.
- If the control module still cannot be programmed, replace the control
module.
After successfully programming the control module, ensure that all post
programming procedures are
performed; refer to Control Module References for the appropriate control module
Programming and Setup
document for any required procedures.
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NOTE:
DO NOT program a side object sensor - left unless directed to by a
service
procedure or a service bulletin. If the side object sensor - left is not
properly configured with the correct cal
DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURES
SQUEAKS AND RATTLES
NOTE: Squeaks and rattles are caused by improperly controlled
relative motion
between vehicle components. There are 4 ways to prevent squeaks
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This vehicle may have a Tire
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
The TPMS is designed to warn the
driver when a low tire pressure
condition exists. TPMS sensors are
mounted onto each tire and wheel
assembly, excluding the spare tire
and wheel assembly. The TPMS
sensors monitor the air pressure in
the t
If the vehicle is involved in a
collision and it is damaged, have the
damage repaired by a qualified
technician using the proper equipment and quality replacement
parts. Poorly performed collision
repairs diminish the vehicle resale
value, and safety performance can
be compromised in subsequent
coll