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Clearing Codes

Ensure test equipment is properly attached. Program scan tool using the following steps:

All DTCs should now be cleared from PCM memory. If problem has not been corrected or fault is still present, hard DTC will immediately be reset in PCM memory.

CAUTION: DO NOT disconnect vehicle battery to clear DTCs. This will erase operating information from Keep-Alive Memory (KAM). To clear KAM, disconnect negative battery terminal for at least 5 minutes.
CAUTION: When battery is disconnected, vehicle computer may lose memory data. Driveability problems may exist until computer systems have completed a relearn cycle. See COMPUTER RELEARN PROCEDURES article in the GENERAL INFORMATION section before disconnecting battery.