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VIN Previously Stored

VIN PREVIOUSLY STORED

WHEN MONITORED
With the ignition on.

SET CONDITION
Once the Instrument Cluster learns a valid VIN and another VIN is transmitted on the bus. This code can only be set if a PCM or MIC has been exchanged or "swapped" from another vehicle. The VIN is embedded in both the cluster and the PCM and cannot be used in any other vehicle.

POSSIBLE CAUSES
- Powertrain control module

DIAGNOSTIC TEST

1. POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE

NOTE:
- The V.I.N. is embedded into the Instrument Cluster memory during production and can not be modified. Do not attempt to "swap" a cluster from one vehicle to another.
- This code will only be set if the PCM has been exchanged or "swapped" into this vehicle from another.

If any components have been exchanged or "swapped", reinstall the original parts.
With the DRBIII(R), erase DTCs.
Cycle the ignition.
With the DRBIII(R), read DTCs.
If this code resets, view repair.

Repair
Replace and program the Powertrain Control Module. Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1. Body Verification Test