18-074-15
Service Bulletin Details
Public Details for: 18-074-15
Flash: 6.4l powertrain diagnostic and system enhancements this bulletin involves reprogramming the powertrain control module with the latest available software. The technician may find the following diagnostic trouble code (dtc) set in t
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Models from 2013
2013 CHRYSLER 300 |
2013 DODGE CHARGER |
NUMBER: GROUP: DATE: 18-074-15 Vehicle Performance October 20, 2015 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, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, or otherwise, without written permission of FCA US LLC. HELP USING THE wiTECH DIAGNOSTIC APPLICATION FOR FLASHING AN ECU IS AVAILABLE BY SELECTING “HELP” THEN “HELP CONTENTS” AT THE TOP OF THE wiTECH DIAGNOSTIC APPLICATION WINDOW. THE wiTECH SOFTWARE IS REQUIRED TO BE AT THE LATEST RELEASE BEFORE PERFORMING THIS PROCEDURE. SUBJECT: Flash: 6.4L Powertrain Diagnostic And System Enhancements OVERVIEW: This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module with the latest available software. MODELS: 2013 (LD) Dodge Charger 2013 (LX) Chrysler 300 NOTE: This bulletin applies to vehicles equipped with a 6.4L engine (Sales Code ESG). SYMPTOM/CONDITION: The technician may find the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) set in the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) memory: • U0140 - Lost Communication With Body Control Module NOTE: Attempting to clear this DTC will be unsuccessful. DIAGNOSIS: Using a Scan Tool (wiTECH) with the appropriate Diagnostic Procedures available in TechCONNECT, verify all engine systems are functioning as designed. If DTCs or symptom conditions, other than the ones listed above are present, record the issues on the repair order and repair as necessary before proceeding further with this bulletin. If the technician finds the DTC above, perform the Repair Procedure. 18-074-15 -2- 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 available software. Detailed instructions for flashing control modules using the wiTECH Diagnostic Application are available by selecting the “HELP” tab on the upper portion of the wiTECH window, then “HELP CONTENTS.” This will open the Welcome to wiTECH Help screen where help topics can be selected. NOTE: After PCM reprogramming, the following must be performed: 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. POLICY: Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty. TIME ALLOWANCE: Labor Operation No: 18-19-06-EZ Description Module, Powertrain Control (PCM) Reprogram (0 - Introduction) Skill Category 8 - Engine 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 the dealer found updated software to correct that issue, use failure code CC, for all other use failure code RF. • • 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