P0630

DTC P0630 VIN NOT PROGRAMMED OR INCOMPACTIBLE-ECM/PCM

GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Regulations require that all 2005 and subsequent model year vehicles shall have the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) available in a standardized format through the standardized data link connector in accordance with SAE J1979 specifications. Using a scan tool, PERFORM "VIN WRITING" procedure after replacing or reflashing a ECM/PCM.

DTC DESCRIPTION
If the VIN writing is not programmed or incompatible, the ECM/PCM determines that a fault exists and a DTC P0630 is stored.

DTC Detecting Condition:

MONITOR SCANTOOL DATA
1. Ignition "OFF"
2. Connect Scantool and Ignition "ON"
3. Monitor the ECM/PCM status using the VIN READING function.
4. Is the ECM/PCM status Virgin?

YES - Perform VIN writing procedure according to the direction on the scantool screen and go to "Verification of Vehicle Repair" procedure.

NO - Fault is intermittent caused by poor contact in Sensor's and/or ECM/PCM's connector or was repaired and ECM/PCM memory was not cleared. Thoroughly check connectors for looseness, poor connection,bending, corrosion, contamination, deterioration, or damage. Repair or replace as necessary and go to "Verification of Vehicle Repair" procedure

NOTE: There is a memory reset function on scantool that can erase optional parts automatically detected and memorized by ECM/PCM. Before or after testing ECM/PCM on the vehicle, use this function to reuse the ECM/PCM

VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR
After a repair, it is essential to verify that the fault has been corrected.
1. Connect scan tool and select "Diagnostic Trouble Codes DTCs)" mode.
2. Clear the DTCs and Operate the vehicle within DTC Enable conditions in General information.
3. Are any DTCs present?

YES - Go to the applicable troubleshooting procedure.

NO - System is performing to specification at this time.