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Telematics Control Module (J499), Coding






Telematics

Telematics Control Module (J499), Coding

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Vehicle Diagnostic, Testing and Information System ( VAS 5051B)

If the Telematics control module was replaced, it must be coded and configured for the OnStar system.

Do not swap out any Telematics control modules between different vehicles! Each Telematics control module has a special identification and an electronic serial number that matches the VIN. Using this data, the vehicle is identified by the OnStar Call Center and assigned to the respective customer account.

To diagnose, use the "Guided Fault Finding" function of the (VAS 5051B). Before removing the Telematics control module, while diagnosing with the (VAS 5051B) in the " replacing the J499 - Telematics control module" function, the option will be offered to read out the coding and then reprogram it in the new Telematics control module after it has been replaced.

Procedure:

- Connect (VAS 5051B).

- In (VAS 5051B), select operating mode " Guided Fault Finding".

- Using the Sprung button, select "Functions/Component selection" and the following menu options in the following sequence:

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Electrical Equipment

01 - On Board Diagnostic (OBD) capable systems

Telematics NAR

Telematics NAR functions

Control module, coding