{"id":10122,"date":"2021-08-29T03:23:39","date_gmt":"2021-08-29T03:23:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/?p=10122"},"modified":"2021-08-28T03:31:30","modified_gmt":"2021-08-28T03:31:30","slug":"ford-explorer-2011-pcm-programming-and-parameter-reset-by-autel-im608","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/ford-explorer-2011-pcm-programming-and-parameter-reset-by-autel-im608\/","title":{"rendered":"Ford Explorer 2011 PCM Programming and Parameter Reset by Autel IM608"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Autel MaxiIM IM608 professional diagnostics combines the most advanced key programming and immobilizer capabilities with OE-level diagnostics and service functions. Equipped with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/goods-6950-Autel-XP400-Key-and-Chip-Programmer.html\">XP400 key programmer<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/goods-5152-Autel+MaxiFlash+Elite+J2534+Works+with+Maxisys+908908P+Update+Online.html\">MaxiFlash JVCI ECU programmer<\/a>, IM608 is a comprehensive immobilizer and key programming tool and ideal for auto technicians and locksmiths.<\/p>\n<p>This article aims to tell you guys the procedure on how we replace and program the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) for Ford Explorer 2011 using Autel IM608. If we put on the new module without programming it, the car with new PCM will not start and immobilizer will act up.<\/p>\n<p>So let\u2019s see how to do it.<\/p>\n<p>Step 1 PCM Programming<\/p>\n<p>First we select \u201cDiagnostics\u201d and \u201cAuto Scan\u201d to enter the main menu.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=10133#main\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-10133\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-10133\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Ford-Explorer-2011-PCM-Programming-and-Parameter-Reset-by-Autel-IM608-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"472\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Ford-Explorer-2011-PCM-Programming-and-Parameter-Reset-by-Autel-IM608-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Ford-Explorer-2011-PCM-Programming-and-Parameter-Reset-by-Autel-IM608-1-300x177.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Ford-Explorer-2011-PCM-Programming-and-Parameter-Reset-by-Autel-IM608-1-768x453.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Then we press<\/p>\n<p>Programming&gt;&gt;Programmable Module Installation&gt;&gt;PCM<\/p>\n<p>It will copy VIN number and other information from the module.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=10134#main\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-10134\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-10134\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Ford-Explorer-2011-PCM-Programming-and-Parameter-Reset-by-Autel-IM608-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"430\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Ford-Explorer-2011-PCM-Programming-and-Parameter-Reset-by-Autel-IM608-2.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Ford-Explorer-2011-PCM-Programming-and-Parameter-Reset-by-Autel-IM608-2-300x161.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Ford-Explorer-2011-PCM-Programming-and-Parameter-Reset-by-Autel-IM608-2-768x413.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Press \u201cOK\u201d and confirm the VIN number.<\/p>\n<p>Then switch off the ignition.<\/p>\n<p>Install a new module (PCM) in vehicle as the prompt.<\/p>\n<p>Then switch on the ignition.<\/p>\n<p>Here the car won\u2019t start as we mentioned before.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=10135#main\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-10135\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-10135\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Ford-Explorer-2011-PCM-Programming-and-Parameter-Reset-by-Autel-IM608-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"370\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Ford-Explorer-2011-PCM-Programming-and-Parameter-Reset-by-Autel-IM608-3.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Ford-Explorer-2011-PCM-Programming-and-Parameter-Reset-by-Autel-IM608-3-300x139.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Ford-Explorer-2011-PCM-Programming-and-Parameter-Reset-by-Autel-IM608-3-768x355.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>And make sure the battery is good and turn off all accessories.<\/p>\n<p>Now it\u2019s configuring information.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=10136#main\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-10136\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-10136\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Ford-Explorer-2011-PCM-Programming-and-Parameter-Reset-by-Autel-IM608-4.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"464\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Ford-Explorer-2011-PCM-Programming-and-Parameter-Reset-by-Autel-IM608-4.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Ford-Explorer-2011-PCM-Programming-and-Parameter-Reset-by-Autel-IM608-4-300x174.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Ford-Explorer-2011-PCM-Programming-and-Parameter-Reset-by-Autel-IM608-4-768x445.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=10137#main\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-10137\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-10137\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Ford-Explorer-2011-PCM-Programming-and-Parameter-Reset-by-Autel-IM608-5.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"474\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Ford-Explorer-2011-PCM-Programming-and-Parameter-Reset-by-Autel-IM608-5.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Ford-Explorer-2011-PCM-Programming-and-Parameter-Reset-by-Autel-IM608-5-300x178.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Ford-Explorer-2011-PCM-Programming-and-Parameter-Reset-by-Autel-IM608-5-768x455.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Switch off the ignition to finish this step.<\/p>\n<p>Step 2 Parameter Reset<\/p>\n<p>Back to Homepage,<\/p>\n<p>We select \u201cIMMO\u201d and \u201cAuto detect\u201d to enter the main menu.<\/p>\n<p>Then press<\/p>\n<p>Smart key&gt;&gt;Control unit&gt;&gt;Keyless System(CAN)&gt;&gt;Key learning<\/p>\n<p>Now we\u2019ve got options about parameter reset.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=10138#main\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-10138\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-10138\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Ford-Explorer-2011-PCM-Programming-and-Parameter-Reset-by-Autel-IM608-6.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"510\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Ford-Explorer-2011-PCM-Programming-and-Parameter-Reset-by-Autel-IM608-6.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Ford-Explorer-2011-PCM-Programming-and-Parameter-Reset-by-Autel-IM608-6-300x191.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Ford-Explorer-2011-PCM-Programming-and-Parameter-Reset-by-Autel-IM608-6-768x490.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>We select \u201cParameter reset (BCM &amp; PCM)\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Turn on the ignition.<\/p>\n<p>Usually it takes ten minutes.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=10139#main\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-10139\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-10139\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Ford-Explorer-2011-PCM-Programming-and-Parameter-Reset-by-Autel-IM608-7.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"468\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Ford-Explorer-2011-PCM-Programming-and-Parameter-Reset-by-Autel-IM608-7.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Ford-Explorer-2011-PCM-Programming-and-Parameter-Reset-by-Autel-IM608-7-300x176.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Ford-Explorer-2011-PCM-Programming-and-Parameter-Reset-by-Autel-IM608-7-768x449.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=10140#main\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-10140\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-10140\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Ford-Explorer-2011-PCM-Programming-and-Parameter-Reset-by-Autel-IM608-8.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"515\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Ford-Explorer-2011-PCM-Programming-and-Parameter-Reset-by-Autel-IM608-8.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Ford-Explorer-2011-PCM-Programming-and-Parameter-Reset-by-Autel-IM608-8-300x193.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Ford-Explorer-2011-PCM-Programming-and-Parameter-Reset-by-Autel-IM608-8-768x494.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>After that we have to do \u201cParameter reset (BCM &amp; RFA)\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Once two parameter reset processes are finished, the car can start.<\/p>\n<p>Done! Nice and simple!<\/p>\n<p>This is how we replace a new PCM for Ford Explorer 2011 by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cnautotool.com\/goods-6873-Autel-MaxiIM-IM608-Diagnostic-Key-Programming-and-ECU-Coding-Tool-Replaces-Auro-OtoSys-IM600--MX808IM.html\">Autel MaxiIM IM608 auto key programmer<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s all. Thank you for sharing your time with us!<\/p>\n<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on the_content --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons generic via filter on the_content -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Autel MaxiIM IM608 professional diagnostics combines the most advanced key programming and immobilizer capabilities with OE-level diagnostics and service functions. 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