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SFI System: Registration

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

NOTE: The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) must be input into the replacement ECM.

HINT:

The VIN is a 17-digit alphanumeric vehicle identification number. Techstream is required to register the VIN.

DESCRIPTION
HINT:

This registration section consists of two parts: Read VIN and Write VIN.
1. Read VIN: This process allows the VIN stored in the ECM to be read in order to confirm that the two VINs, the one provided with the vehicle and the one stored in the ECM, are the same.
2. Write VIN: This process allows the VIN to be input into the ECM. If the ECM is changed, or the ECM VIN and vehicle VIN do not match, the VIN can be registered or overwritten in the ECM by following this procedure.
READ VIN
1. Confirm the vehicle VIN.
2. Connect Techstream to the DLC3.
3. Turn the ignition switch to ON.
4. Turn the tester on.
5. Select the following menu items: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Utility / VIN / VIN Read.
WRITE VIN
1. Confirm the vehicle VIN.
2. Connect Techstream to the DLC3.
3. Turn the ignition switch to ON.
4. Turn the tester on.
5. Select the following menu items: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Utility / VIN / VIN Write.