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DTC P0630: VIN Not Programmed or Mismatch (2005-2006 Models)

NOTE:
  • This DTC is stored only when the ECM/PCM does not have the VIN information of the vehicle. Use the HDS to input the missing VIN information.
  • Before you troubleshoot, record all freeze data and any on-board snapshot, and review the GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION .
  1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
  2. Check the VIN with the HDS.

    Does the HDS show the vehicle's VIN? 

    1. YES  - Go to step  5.
    2. NO  - Go to step  3.
  3. Input the VIN to the ECM/PCM with the HDS.

    Does the screen show COMPLETE? 

    1. YES  - Go to step  5.
    2. NO  - Go to step  4.
  4. Check for DTCs with the HDS.

    Is DTC P0603 indicated? 

    1. YES  - Go to the DTC P0603: ECM/PCM INTERNAL CIRCUIT MALFUNCTION (KEEP ALIVE MEMORY (KAM) ERROR)  troubleshooting.
    2. NO  - Update the ECM/PCM if it does not have the latest software, or substitute a known-good ECM/PCM (see HOW TO TROUBLESHOOT CIRCUITS AT THE ECM/PCM ), then recheck. If the symptom/indication goes away with a known-good ECM/PCM, replace the original ECM/PCM (see ECM/PCM REPLACEMENT  ).
  5. Clear the DTC with the HDS.
  6. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
  7. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and wait 5 seconds.
  8. Check for Temporary DTCs or DTCs with the HDS.

    Are any Temporary DTCs or DTCs indicated? 

    1. YES  - If DTC P0630 is indicated, update the ECM/PCM if it does not have the latest software, or substitute a known-good ECM/PCM (see HOW TO TROUBLESHOOT CIRCUITS AT THE ECM/PCM ), then recheck. If any other Temporary DTCs or DTCs are indicated, go to the indicated DTC's troubleshooting.
    2. NO  - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time.
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