DTC P0630: VIN Not Programmed or Mismatch (2005-2006 models) Honda Element I

Note. This DTC is stored only when the ECM/PCM does not have the VIN information of the vehicle. Use the HDS to input the missing VIN. Before you troubleshoot, record all freeze data and any on-board snapshot, and review the general troubleshooting information (see GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION ).

1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
2. Check the VIN with the HDS. Does the HDS show the vehicle's VIN? YES- Go to step 5 . NO- Go to step 3 .
3. Input the VIN to the ECM/PCM with the HDS. Does the screen show COMPLETE? YES- Go to step 5 . NO- Go to step 4 .
4. Check for DTCs with the HDS. Is DTC P0603 indicated? YES- Go to the «DTC P0603»(ref-220570-S19898193092006022000000) troubleshooting. NO- Update the ECM/PCM if it does not have the latest software, or substitute a known-good ECM/PCM (see «ECM/PCM UPDATING AND SUBSTITUTION FOR TESTING»(ref-220569-S23624043112006022000000) ), then recheck. If the symptom/indication goes away with a known-good ECM/PCM, replace the original ECM/PCM (see «MAP SENSOR REPLACEMENT»(ref-220570-S17955277902006022000000) ).
5. Clear the DTC with the HDS.
6. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
7. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and wait 5 seconds.
8. Check for Temporary DTCs or DTCs with the HDS. Are any Temporary DTCs or DTCs indicated? YES- If DTC P0630 is indicated, update the ECM/PCM if it does not have the latest software, or substitute a known-good ECM/PCM (see «ECM/PCM UPDATING AND SUBSTITUTION FOR TESTING»(ref-220569-S23624043112006022000000) ), then recheck. If any other Temporary DTCs or DTCs are indicated, go to the indicated DTC's troubleshooting . NO- Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time.