DTC C0279: Powertrain Configuration Not Valid
- Perform diagnostic system check. See DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK under DIAGNOSIS & TESTING. After performing diagnostic system check, go to next step.
- Using scan tool, clear DTCs. Turn ignition on and recheck DTCs. If DTC resets, go to next step. If DTC does not reset, problem is intermittent.
- Verify if correct PCM is installed in vehicle. If correct PCM is installed, go to next step. If incorrect PCM is installed, go to step 6.
- Using scan tool, read trim level calibration of PCM. If PCM trim level is correct, problem is intermittent. If PCM trim level is not correct, go to next step.
- Program PCM using required equipment. After programming PCM, go to step 7.
- Replace PCM. Program replacement PCM using required equipment. After replacing PCM, go to next step.
- Using scan tool, clear DTCs. Recheck for DTCs. If DTC resets, go to step 2. If DTC does not reset, system is okay.