18-088-16 REV. A

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18-088-16 REV. A
Vehicle Performance
August 17, 2016
This bulletin is supplied as technical information only and is not an authorization for repair. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system,
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THIS BULLETIN SUPERSEDES SERVICE BULLETIN 18-088-16, DATED JULY 21,
2016, WHICH SHOULD BE REMOVED FROM YOUR FILES. ALL REVISIONS ARE
HIGHLIGHTED WITH **ASTERISKS** AND INCLUDE ADDITIONAL DIAGNOSTIC
TROUBLE CODES (DTCs) AND LOP.
FOR HELP WITH USING wiTECH FOR ECU FLASH REPROGRAMMING, CLICK ON
THE APPLICATION’S “HELP” TAB.
THE wiTECH SOFTWARE IS REQUIRED TO BE AT THE LATEST RELEASE BEFORE
PERFORMING THIS PROCEDURE.
SUBJECT:
Flash: Powertrain Diagnostic And System Improvements
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest
available software.
MODELS:
2013 - 2014
(LX)
Chrysler 300
2013 - 2014
(LD)
Dodge Charger
2013 - 2014
(LC)
Dodge Challenger
2014
(VF)
Ram ProMaster
NOTE: This bulletin applies to LX vehicles equipped with a 3.0L engine (Sales Code
EHD).
NOTE: This bulletin applies to vehicles equipped with a 3.6L engine (Sales Code
ERB).
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SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination or a less than
desired powertrain response when operating their vehicles in high ambient temperatures.
Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following DTCs have
been set:
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**P0335 - Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit.
P2610 - PCM Internal Engine Off Timer Performance.
P0456 - EVAP System Small Leak (Sales Code ERB).**
U0140 - Lost Communication With Body Control Module - (BCM) (VF, LD, LX
vehicles only).
P0606 - Internal Control Processor.
DIAGNOSIS:
Using a Scan Tool (wiTECH) with the appropriate Diagnostic Procedures available in
TechCONNECT, verify all related systems are functioning as designed. If DTCs are
present record them on the repair order and repair as necessary before proceeding further
with this bulletin.
If the customer describes a symptom/condition listed above or if the technician finds a
DTC, perform the Repair Procedure.
REPAIR PROCEDURE:
NOTE: Install a battery charger to ensure battery voltage does not drop below 13.2
volts. Do not allow the charging voltage to climb above 13.5 volts during the
flash process.
NOTE: If this flash process is interrupted/aborted, the flash should be restarted.
1. Reprogram the PCM with the latest software. Detailed instructions for flashing control
modules using the wiTECH Diagnostic Application are available by selecting the
application’s “HELP” tab.
2. Clear all DTCs that may have been set in any module due to reprogramming. The
wiTECH application will automatically present all DTCs after the flash and allow them
to be cleared.
NOTE: The Transmission Control Module (TCM) must be updated to the latest
available software at the conclusion of this repair procedure. Refer to all
applicable published service bulletins for detailed repair procedures and
labor times regarding updating the TCM software.
3. Verify the TCM is programmed with the latest available software. Refer to all
applicable published service bulletins for detailed repair procedures and labor times
regarding updating the TCM software.
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POLICY:
Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.
TIME ALLOWANCE:
Labor Operation
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**18-19-06-MP
Description
Module, Powertrain Control
(PCM) - Reprogram
(0 - Introduction)
Skill Category
1 - Engine Repair
and Performance
Amount
0.2 Hrs.**
NOTE: The expected completion time for the flash download portion of this
procedure is approximately 4 minutes. Actual flash download times may be
affected by vehicle connection and network capabilities.
FAILURE CODE:
The dealer must choose which failure code to use. If the customer came in with an
issue and if the dealer finds a software update to correct that issue, use failure code
CC, for all other use failure code RF.
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If the customer’s concern matches the SYMPTOM/CONDITION identified in the
Service Bulletin, failure code CC is to be used.
If an available flash is completed while addressing a different customer concern,
failure code RF is to be used.
CC
Customer Concern
RF
Routine Flash