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Used module pairing failureUsed donor module won't accept new VIN

Universal diagnostic code. Below: what it means, common causes, symptoms, and the exact bench-programming fix path.

Common causes

  • Salvage module installed without virginize
  • Security counter exhausted from failed pair attempts
  • Module locked to donor car's VIN

Symptoms you'll see

  • Module rejects all pairing attempts
  • "Security access denied" via scan tool
  • Counter shows "0 remaining attempts"

The fix path

Bench-virginize the module: BMW CAS or Land Rover KVM/RFA Virginize services do this. Once virginized, the module accepts pairing to any new VIN.

AML services that fix this

Mail in the affected module, we bench-program, ship back next business day. Flat pricing, return shipping included.

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