DTC P1636: - Inductive Signature Chip Communication Error
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DTC P1636: - INDUCTIVE SIGNATURE CHIP COMMUNICATION ERROR
| Description: | Indicates the powertrain control module (PCM) has lost communication with the inductive signature chip. | ||
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| Application | Key On Engine Off | Key On Engine Running | Continuous Memory |
| All | DTC P1636 indicates the PCM has lost communication with the inductive signature chip. Install a new PCM and reprogram the FLASH ELECTRICALLY ERASABLE PROGRAMMABLE READ ONLY MEMORY (EEPROM) . | ||