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P0630 VIN not Programmed or Incompatible-ECM/PCM

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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 PCM.

DTC Description

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

DTC Detecting Condition