DTC P0604 Control Module Random Access Memory (RAM). Chevrolet Blazer

For 1990-2009 cars only

Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2000 🢒 Blazer - 4WD 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Controls - 4.3L 🢒 DTC P0604 Control Module Random Access Memory (RAM)

Circuit Description

The control module contains memory in which incoming data can be temporarily stored. This is called random access memory (RAM). RAM is cleared and tested when the ignition is turned ON. If the data read from the memory locations does not match the data that was just stored to those locations during this testing, DTC P0604 will be set.

Since this diagnostic pertains to an internal VCM diagnostic check, no wiring schematic is required.

Conditions for Running the DTC

The ignition switch is in the run position.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

A difference was detected between the data read from a memory location and the data written to that location.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

•	The control module illuminates the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) the first time the diagnostic runs and fails.

•	The control module will set the DTC and records the operating conditions at the time the diagnostic fails. The control module stores the failure information in the scan tools Freeze Frame/Failure Records.

Conditions for Clearing the MIL or DTC

•	The control module turns OFF the MIL after 3 consecutive drive trips when the test has run and passed.

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A history DTC will clear if no fault conditions have been detected for 40 warm-up cycles. A warm-up cycle occurs when the coolant temperature has risen 22°C (40°F) from the startup coolant temperature and the engine coolant reaches a temperature that is more than 70°C (158°F) during the same ignition cycle.

•	Use a scan tool in order to clear the DTCs.

Test Description

The number below refer to the step number on the diagnostic table.

Replace the VCM even if this DTC exists only in history.

Step	Action	Values	Yes	No
1	Did you perform the Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check?	--	Go to Step 2	Go to Powertrain On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check
2	Important: The replacement VCM must be programmed. Replace the VCM. Refer to VCM Replacement/Programming . Is the action complete?	--	Go to Step 3	--
3	Use the scan tool in order to Clear the DTCs. Start the engine. Allow the engine to idle until the engine reaches normal operating temperature. Select DTC and the Specific DTC function. Enter the DTC number which was set. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Setting this DTC, until the scan tool indicates that the diagnostic Ran. Does the scan tool indicate that this diagnostic Passed?	--	Go to Step 4	Go to Step 2
4	Does the scan tool display any additional undiagnosed DTCs?	--	Go to Applicable DTC	System OK