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Circuit Description

The control module programmable read only memory (PROM) contains data which is essential to the operation of the engine and the transmission. When the ignition is turned ON, the values in all of the PROM memory locations are added together and compared to a calibrated checksum number. This test determines if any address locations have become corrupt.

Since this diagnostic pertains to an internal vehicle control module (VCM) diagnostic check, no wiring schematic is required.

Conditions for Running the DTC

The ignition switch is in the crank or run position.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

There is no software data present in the VCM.

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.
    • 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.

An intermittent may be caused by any of the following conditions:

    • A poor connection
    • Rubbed through wire insulation
    • A broken wire inside the insulation

Thoroughly inspect any circuitry that is suspected of causing the intermittent complaint. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems.

If a repair is necessary, refer to Wiring Repairs or Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Test Description

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

  1. If the flashing procedure fails, verify that the equipment being used is functioning properly and that all cable connections are clean and tight. Also, make sure that the software you download is correct for the VCM being flashed. If everything checks out OK, and a second attempt fails, replace the VCM.

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Did you perform the Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Powertrain On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check

2

Flash the VCM with the correct software. Refer to VCM Replacement/Programming .

Does DTC P0602 reset?

--

Go to Step 3

Go to Step 5

3

  1. Verify that the equipment being used is functioning properly and that all the cable connections are clean and tight.
  2. Attempt to flash the VCM again.

Does DTC P0602 reset?

--

Go to Step 4

Go to Step 5

4

Important: The replacement VCM must be programmed.

Replace the VCM. Refer to VCM Replacement/Programming .

Is the action complete?

--

Go to Step 5

--

5

  1. Using the scan tool, clear the DTCs.
  2. Start the engine.
  3. Allow the engine to idle until the engine reaches normal operating temperature.
  4. Select DTC and the Specific DTC function.
  5. Enter the DTC number which was set.
  6. Operate the vehicle, within the Conditions for Setting this DTC, until the scan tool indicates the diagnostic Ran.

Does the scan tool indicate that the diagnostic Passed?

--

Go to Step 6

Go to Step 2

6

Does the scan tool display any additional undiagnosed DTCs?

--

Go to the applicable DTC table

System OK