Mariner 2WD L4-2.3L VIN H Hybrid (2006)
Information Bus: Testing and Inspection
Module Configuration
Initial Inspection
MODULE CONFIGURATION
Definition of Terms
Calibration Update: Some modules are designed to be flashed or reflashed with completely new software packages. The process of reflashing a
module is a calibration update.
Programmable Parameters: These are options that are contained within the existing software. These include items such as tire size, customer
preference items, and anti-theft options. The current settings are downloaded from an existing module then uploaded to a new module. The new
module can also be configured using the diagnostic tool. Programming parameters is very different from updating calibrations as no software is
changed, only the options already contained in the software.
Module Programming Methods
Some modules must be programmed as part of a repair procedure. If this procedure is not followed, the module will not function correctly and may set
a number of diagnostic trouble codes (DTC)s, including B2477 or P1639, which indicate that some necessary data has not been programmed into the
module.
Modules that need programming should not be exchanged between vehicles. In most cases the parameter values or settings are unique to that vehicle,
and if not set correctly cause concerns or faults.
The WDS automatically attempts to retrieve the module configuration information from all modules. If the module cannot communicate, the
diagnostic tool either requests the As-Built data or displays a list of items that need to be manually configured. The WDS programs the module based
on the data entered.
For diagnostic tool information, refer to the general procedures.
There are 3 different methods that are used for module programming:
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programmable module installation (PMI)
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calibration update
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programmable parameters
Some modules do not support all 3 methods.
Programmable Module Installation (PMI)
The PMI method is used when a new, programmable module is installed in the vehicle. It is no longer necessary to command the diagnostic tool to
gather module option content from the old module. The diagnostic tool (WDS only) automatically obtains any available module option content
information from the old module during the vehicle ID routine that runs when the diagnostic tool is initially connected to the vehicle. It is important to
connect the WDS to the vehicle and allow it to identify the vehicle and obtain configuration data prior to removing any modules.
Calibration Update
Calibration update is used to install a new calibration and strategy into a module
Programmable Parameters
This method is used to configure parameters that may be modified. Not all features controlled by the module are listed in this configuration method.
Refer to the Programmable Parameters Index for a list of features by system. See: Programmable Parameters Index
If a module that has been modified using programmable parameters needs to be installed, the PMI procedure maintains the parameters in their altered
state if the WDS is able to communicate with the old module during vehicle ID. Otherwise, programmable parameters may be needed to return the
module to the altered state.
Vehicle Identification (VID) Block
Some powertrain control modules (PCM)s contain a memory area called a VID block.
The PCM VID block may contain the factory settings for the configurable modules unless the PCM is flashed with a new calibration, in which case
some PCM parameters may be modified.
As-Built Data Center
The As-Built Data Center maintains a record of the vehicle configuration in a database. The vehicle identification number (VIN) is required to obtain
this information. The As-Built Data Center records the applicable module configurations stored in each module before the vehicle leaves the factory.
The As-Built Data Center always reflects the original build of the vehicle as it left the factory. Contact the As-Built Data Center only when directed to
do so by the diagnostic tool.
