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DTC P1639: Vehicle ID Block Not Programmed or is Corrupt

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P1639 - VEHICLE ID BLOCK NOT PROGRAMMED OR IS CORRUPT

Description:  This DTC indicates the vehicle ID (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 vehicle identification (VID) block must programmed. For instructions, refer to MAKING CHANGES TO THE VID BLOCK .
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