DTC P0610: Control Module Vehicle Options Error

2009 Mercury Milan Premier, 3.0 1, AWDSECTION DTC P0610: Control Module Vehicle Options Error
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P0610 - CONTROL MODULE VEHICLE OPTIONS ERROR

Description:  Indicates a powertrain control module (PCM) vehicle options error.
Possible Causes: 
  • Module reprogramming
  • Aftermarket performance products
  • PCM
Diagnostic Aids:  Reprogram or update the calibration. Check for other DTCs or drive symptoms for further action. Make sure to check for aftermarket performance products before installing a new PCM. If it is necessary to install a new PCM, refer to FLASH ELECTRICALLY ERASABLE PROGRAMMABLE READ ONLY MEMORY (EEPROM) , PROGRAMMING THE VID BLOCK FOR A REPLACEMENT PCM .
Application  Key On Engine Off  Key On Engine Running  Continuous Memory 
All Refer to the Description, Possible Causes and Diagnostic Aids for the DTC in table
RENDER: 1.0x

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