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Finding The Current Program Id Of A Programmable Ecu (A10030H)
Reference number: A10030H
FINDING THE CURRENT PROGRAM ID OF A PROGRAMMABLE ECU
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
| HONDA: | All models with programmable ECUs |
| APPLIES TO: | All models with programmable ECUs |
Service Information
If you want to know the current program ID of a programmable ECU, look no further than the applicable Data List in the HDS.
For example, if you want to know it for the ECM/PCM, just go to the Data List for PGM-FI. There at the top of the screen you'll see the VIN, and to the right of it, the system.
Next to the system, you'll see the ECU ID. This number is often needed when you report problems with HDS software. In our example, it's 52 08 00 00 11.
And next to the ECU ID, you'll see the program ID. In our example, it's 37805-R71-L560. Keep in mind, in other systems the first five characters might be different. For example, a program ID for A/T might start with 37806.
In some cases, the program ID is shortened to the last six characters. In our example, it would be 71L560. In some early models, you'll see just this shortened version.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.