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P1639 - Vehicle Id (VID) Block Corrupted, Not Programmed

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P1639 - VEHICLE ID (VID) BLOCK CORRUPTED, NOT PROGRAMMED

Description:  This DTC indicates the VID block is not programmed or the information within is corrupt.
Possible Causes: 
  • New powertrain control module (PCM)
  • Incorrect PCM
  • Incorrect VID configuration
Diagnostic Aids:  Program the PCM to the most recent calibration available.
Application  Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
All   The VID block must be programmed. Refer toFLASH ELECTRICALLY ERASABLE PROGRAMMABLE READ ONLY MEMORY (EEPROM) , Making Changes to the VID Block.