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VIN Information Is Incorrect in the Rear DVD - kw radio communication U42 video inoperative operation Tech2 GMT800 GMT805 GMT820 GMT830

Subject: VIN Information is Incorrect in the Rear DVD

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When servicing the vehicle with the VIN you entered, the following diagnosis might be helpful if the vehicle exhibits the described symptoms.

Condition/Concern:

With the latest Tech 2 update 23.008, the Tech 2 can read the VIN stored in the DVD system. You may have replaced the DVD system, with one from the exchange center or swapped one from a stock unit, and ask how to change the VIN stored in the DVD system.

Recommendation/Instructions:

No repairs should be made; the VIN info cannot be changed in the DVD system. Having the wrong VIN stored does not affect the operation of the system.

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Please follow this diagnosis process thoroughly and complete each step. If the condition exhibited is resolved without completing every step, the remaining steps do not need to be performed. If these steps do not resolve the condition, please contact GM TAC for further diagnostic assistance. This diagnostic approach was developed for the vehicle with the VIN you entered and should not be automatically be used for other vehicles with similar symptoms.

Models:

(03-04 Cadillac Escalade/ESV/EXT with U42) and (03-04 GMC Sierra Crew Cab, Yukon, Yukon XL, Denali, Denali XL with U42) and (03-04 Chevrolet Silverado Crew Cab, Suburban, Tahoe, Avalanche with U42)

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