John Deere 630.31 – VLC: Calibration Parameters Saving Fault
Issue description
The module has experienced an internal memory or software configuration error and is unable to successfully save its calibration parameters.
Applies to these machines
22 machines- 6110R
- 6120R
- 6130R
- 6145R
- 6155R
- 6175R
- 6195R
- 6215R
- 8245R
- 8270R
- 8295R
- 8320R
- 8345R
- 8370R
- 8400R
- 9470RT
- 9520RT
- 9570RT
- 5075GV
- 5090GV
- 6090MC
- 6100MC
Check the cause
Check for accompanying Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) related to the VLC, such as VLC 000628.12 (VLC Programming) or VLC 002149.06 (VLC Circuit Current High)
Verify power and ground to ensure the Vehicle Load Center is receiving proper voltage, as voltage spikes or drops can interrupt the module's ability to write to its internal memory
Attempt to run the VLC calibration procedure to see if the parameters will overwrite successfully before assuming hardware failure
Repair steps
Connect diagnostic tool
Connect the machine to John Deere Service ADVISOR.
Check software payload
Check the current software payload on the Vehicle Load Center (VLC).
Reflash the Module
Update or reflash the VLC control software to the latest version to rule out a software corruption issue.
Run calibration
Run the module calibration procedure again.
Cycle key
Cycle the key to prompt the module to save the parameters.
Check for returning fault
If fault code 000630.31 returns, the internal EEPROM/memory of the VLC has failed and cannot retain data.
Replace the Module
Remove and replace the Vehicle Load Center (VLC) / Rear Chassis Module.
Program and calibrate
Use Service ADVISOR to program the End-of-Line (EOL) data and calibrate the new module.
Parts you might need
(1)Vehicle Load Center (VLC) Control Unit / Rear Chassis Module
John Deere does not use a single universal part number for the VLC; it is highly specific to the machine's Product Identification Number (PIN) and chassis configuration. Look up the exact part in the John Deere Parts Catalog for the specific machine's serial number.
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