Diagnostic Aids

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Buick LaCrosse and 2005 Buick Allure. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

The following are most likely cause for this DTC being set:

Incorrect files downloaded to the module.
A module installed in the vehicle without the reprogramming procedure having been performed.

DTC B1014

Step	Action	Yes	No
1	Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle?	Go to Step 2	Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information
2	Install a scan tool. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF. Flash the control module that set the code. Refer to Control Module References for replacement, setup, and programming. Clear DTCs. Turn OFF the ignition. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF. Retrieve DTCs. Does the DTC reset?	Go to Step 3	Go to Diagnostic Aids
3	Replace the module setting the DTC as current. Refer to Control Module References for replacement, setup, and programming. Did you complete the replacement?	Go to Step 4	-
4	Use the scan tool in order to clear the DTCs. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC as specified in the supporting text. Does the DTC reset?	Go to Step 2	System OK