Diagnostic Instructions
DTC Descriptor
This diagnostic procedure supports the following DTC:
DTC B1015-Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Information Not Programmed
Circuit Description
The internal fault detection is handled inside the control module. No external circuits are involved.
Conditions for Running the DTC
The only requirements are voltage and ground.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
The module has detected that the VIN is not programmed.
Conditions for Clearing the DTC
| • | A current DTC clears when the malfunction is no longer present. |
| • | A history DTC clears when the module ignition cycle counter reaches the reset threshold, without a repeat of the malfunction. |
Circuit/System Verification
| • | Program the VIN information to the body control module (BCM). |
| • | Turn the ignition OFF, wait several seconds and then turn the ignition ON. |
| • | Retrieve DTCs from the BCM. DTC B1016 should change to a history DTC. If this DTC is retrieved as a current DTC, replace the module that set the DTC. |
Repair Instructions
Perform the
Diagnostic Repair Verification
after completing the repair.
| • | Refer to Section 9A, Body Wiring System
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| • | Refer to the related module and the non-communicating module replacement, setup and programming |
