For 1990-2009 cars only
Diagnostic Instructions
| • | Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure. |
| • | Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach. |
| • | Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category. |
DTC Descriptor
DTC P0630 00: VIN Not Programmed or Mismatched - Engine Control Module (ECM)Circuit/System Description
This DTC sets when the engine control module (ECM) has determined that the vehicle identification number (VIN) is not stored in the ECM memory. When the control module is replaced, the VIN must be programmed into the control module memory.
Conditions for Running the DTC
| • | The control module is ON or awake. |
| • | The DTC runs continuously when the above condition is met |
Conditions for Setting the DTC
The ECM detects that no VIN is stored in memory.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
DTCs P0630 00 is a Type C DTCs.
Conditions for Clearing the DTC
DTCs P0630 00 is a Type C DTCs.
Reference Information
DTC Type Reference
Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Type Definitions
Scan Tool Reference
Control Module References for scan tool information
Circuit/System Verification
Note: The ECM cannot determine if the VIN programmed into the control module is valid. Always verify that the VIN displayed on the scan tool is correct for that vehicle.
- Ignition ON, observe the Vehicle Information under ID System Information on the scan tool. The VIN information should match the vehicles VIN.
- Operate the vehicle within the conditions for running the DTC. You may also operate the vehicle within the conditions that you observed from the freeze frame / failure records data.
| ⇒ | If a VIN is not displayed, program the VIN with a scan tool. |
Repair Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.
