42C-B2206 VIN code mismatch

DTC B2206: VIN code mismatch

DTC SET CONDITION

WCM sets DTC B2206 when chassis number registered in it and the VIN that has been transmitted on the CAN bus do not match.

TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION (COMMENT)

WCM determines that the abnormality is present when VIN registered in it and the one that has been transmitted on the CAN bus do not match.

TROUBLESHOOTING HINTS

Malfunction of WCM
VIN registered in engine ECU unmatched
WCM being registered to another vehicle

DIAGNOSIS

STEP 1. Check the VIN registered in the engine control module and the VIN of the vehicle.

Check if the VIN registered in the engine control module matches with the VIN of the vehicle.

(1)

caution

To prevent damage to scan tool (MB991958), always turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before connecting or disconnecting scan tool (MB991958).

Connect scan tool MB991958. Refer to "How to connect the Scan Tool (M.U.T.-III)

(2) On the system selection screen of the scan tool, select "MFI/GDI/Diesel".

(3) Select "Coding."

(4) Select "VIN Information."

(5) Compare with the VIN of the vehicle.

Does the VIN of the engine control module match with the VIN of the vehicle?

Go to Step 2.

Write the VIN to the engine control module. [Refer to GROUP 00 - How to Perform Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Writing

]. Record VIN and go to Step 2

STEP 2. Recheck for diagnostic trouble code.

Check again if the DTC is set to the WCM.

(1) Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.

(2) Check if the DTC is set.

Is the DTC set?

Replace WCM and register the ID codes (Refer to

). After registering the ID codes, go to Step 3.

The procedure is complete.

STEP 3. Recheck for diagnostic trouble code.

Check again if the DTC is set to the WCM.

(1) Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.

(2) Check if the DTC is set.

Is the DTC set?

Replace the engine control module and record the VIN [Refer to GROUP 00 - How To Perform Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Writing

The procedure is complete.