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P1639 - Vehicle Id Block Not Programmed Or Is Corrupt

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P1639 - VEHICLE ID BLOCK NOT PROGRAMMED OR IS CORRUPT

Description:  This diagnostic trouble code (DTC) indicates the vehicle ID (VID) block is not programmed or the information within is corrupt.
Possible Causes: 
  • New PCM.
  • Incorrect PCM.
  • Incorrect VID configuration.
Diagnostic Aids:  Using a diagnostic tool, reprogram the PCM to the most recent calibration available.
Application  Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
All The Vehicle ID (VID) Block must reprogrammed. For instructions, refer to the Flash VID Block Procedure.