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DTC C0045 Incorrect VDC Control Module Specifications: Trouble Symptom

NOTE: When parameter selection for VDCCM is improper, this DTC may be memorized.
VDCCM & H/U DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE

Step Check Yes No
1 CHECK VDCCM REPLACEMENT HISTORY.  Is there replacement history of VDCCM alone? Go to step 2.  Go to step 3. 
2 CHECK VDCCM IDENTIFICATION NUMBER. 
Check the identification number on the sticker attached on the VDCCM side.
AT:
T3 (2.5 L turbo models and OUTBACK 3.0 L models)
T7 (Sedan 3.0L with 18 inch tire model)
TA (2.5L non-turbo model and sedan 3.0L with 17 inch tire model)
MT:
T4 (2.5L turbo model)
TB (2.5L non-turbo model)
Is the identification number correct? Go to step 4.  Replace the VDCCM only.
3 CHECK VDCCM & H/U IDENTIFICATION NUMBER. 
Check the identification number stamped on the upper side of the H/U.
AT:
T3 (2.5 L turbo models and OUTBACK 3.0 L models)
T7 (Sedan 3.0L with 18 inch tire model)
TA (2.5L non-turbo model and sedan 3.0L with 17 inch tire model)
MT:
T4 (2.5L turbo model)
TB (2.5L non-turbo model)
Is the identification number correct? Go to step 4.  Replace the VDCCM & H/U.
4 CHECK PARAMETER SELECTED FOR VDCCM. 
Refer to PARAMETER CHECK , OPERATION, Subaru Select Monitor.
Does the parameter registered to the VDCCM match with the target vehicle? Go to step 5.  Select and register the correct parameter. Refer to PARAMETER SELECTION , OPERATION, Subaru Select Monitor.
5 CHECK TCM SPECIFICATION. 
Check the TCM specification.
Is the specification of TCM same as vehicle specification? Go to step 6.  Replace the TCM. Refer to TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE (TCM) . Refer to TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE (TCM) .
6 CHECK AT SYSTEM. 
  1. Start the engine.
  2. Check the DTC in AT system.
Is DTC of AT system displayed? Repair the AT system. Go to step 7. 
7 CHECK ECM SPECIFICATION. 
Check the ECM specification.
Is the specification of ECM same as vehicle specification? Go to step 8.  Replace the ECM. Refer to ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) . Refer to ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) . Refer to ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) .
8 CHECK VDCCM & H/U. 
  1. Connect all connectors.
  2. Clear the memory. Refer to CLEAR MEMORY MODE .
  3. Perform the Inspection Mode. Refer to INSPECTION MODE .
  4. Read the DTC.
Is the same DTC displayed? Replace the VDCCM only. Go to step 9. 
9 CHECK OTHER DTC DETECTION.  Is any other DTC displayed? Perform the diagnosis according to DTC. Refer to LIST OF DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) . It results from a temporary noise interference.