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DTC P0602: Control Module Programming Error
 
 
 
 
TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
  • The ECM performs proper engine control based on vehicle information entered.
  • A vehicle identification number (VIN) is entered at a plant before shipment. This diagnostic trouble code occurs when no vehicle information is entered during ECM replacement.
 
 
MONITOR EXECUTION
  • Continuous
 
 
MONITOR EXECUTION CONDITIONS (Other monitor and Sensor)
Other Monitor (There is no temporary DTC set in memory for the item monitored below)
  • Not applicable
Sensor (The sensor below is determined to be normal)
  • Not applicable
 
 
DTC SET CONDITIONS
Logic Flow Chart
Check Condition
  • Ignition switch is "ON" position.
Judgment Criterion
  • Vehicle information is not entered into the ECM.
 
 
FAIL-SAFE AND BACKUP FUNCTION
  • None.
 
 
OBD-II DRIVE CYCLE PATTERN
  • Refer to Diagnostic Function - OBD-II Drive Cycle - Pattern 1 .
 
 
TROUBLESHOOTING HINTS (The most likely causes for this code to be set are: )
  • ECM failed.
 
 
DIAGNOSIS
STEP 1. Test the OBD-II drive cycle.
cautionTo prevent damage to scan tool (M.U.T.-IIISE), always turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before connecting or disconnecting scan tool (M.U.T.-IIISE).
(1) Connect scan tool (M.U.T.-IIISE). Refer to HOW TO CONNECT THE SCAN TOOL (M.U.T.-IIISE) .
(2) Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position and delete the DTC.
(3) Carry out the test drive with the drive cycle pattern. Refer to Diagnostic Function - OBD-II Drive Cycle - Pattern 1 .
(4) Check the diagnostic trouble code (DTC).
Is DTC P0602 set?
Replace the ECM with one into which vehicle information is correctly entered. Replace the ECM (Refer to Removal and Installation ). Then go to Step 2.
It can be assumed that this malfunction is intermittent. Refer to GROUP 00, How to Use Troubleshooting/Inspection Service Points - How to Cope with Intermittent Malfunctions .
 
STEP 2. Test the OBD-II drive cycle.
(1) Carry out a test drive with the drive cycle pattern. Refer to Diagnostic Function - OBD-II Drive Cycle - Pattern 1 .
(2) Check the diagnostic trouble code (DTC).
Is DTC P0602 set?
Retry the troubleshooting.
The inspection is complete.