DTC P0602: Control Module Programming Error

2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION DTC P0602: Control Module Programming Error
P0602 - CONTROL MODULE PROGRAMMING ERROR

Description:  This DTC indicates a programming error within the vehicle ID (VID) block.
Possible Causes: 
  • VID data corrupted by the diagnostic tool during VID reprogramming
Diagnostic Aids:  Using the diagnostic tool, reprogram the VID block. If the powertrain control module (PCM) does not allow reprogramming of the VID block, reprogram the PCM.
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 .
RENDER: 1.0x

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