CID 0253 FMI 11 Personality Module mechanical failure
Conditions Which Generate This Code:
The Electronic Control Module (ECM) detects one of the following conditions:
- The software that was installed into the ECM is for a different application.
- An older ECM does not support the newer flash file that was installed into the ECM.
System Response:
This diagnostic code will only be active.
Possible Performance Effect:
- The engine will not start.
Troubleshooting:
Test Step 1. Install the Correct Flash File into the ECM
- Install the correct flash file into the ECM. Refer to Troubleshooting, "Flash Programming" for information that is related to the installation of ECM software.
- Clear the diagnostic code.
Note: Clearing this diagnostic code requires factory passwords.
Expected Result:
The correct flash file was installed and the diagnostic code is no longer active.
Results:
- OK - The correct flash file was installed and the diagnostic code is no longer active.
STOP
- Not OK - The diagnostic code is still active.
Repair: Call your Technical Engine Technical Communicator (TC) for more information.
STOP
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