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08-015-15
Electrical
February 25, 2015
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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 LEVEL MUST BE AT 15.02 OR HIGHER TO PERFORM THIS
PROCEDURE.
SUBJECT:
Flash: Gear Shift Indicator System Enhancements
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves reprogramming the Power Control Module (PCM) with new software.
MODELS:
2013-2014
(WK)
Jeep Grand Cherokee
(International Markets Only)
NOTE: This bulletin applies to vehicles built on or before July 22, 2013 (MDH
0722XX) equipped with 5.7L V8 HEMI Engine (Sales Code EZH) and Export
Emissions (Sales Code NA1).
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
A small number of customers may experience improper gear shift point indications
displayed in the EVIC if the paddle shift mode is selected on the steering wheel.
DIAGNOSIS:
Using a Scan Tool (wiTECH) with the appropriate Diagnostic Procedures available in
TechCONNECT, verify all engine systems are functioning as designed. If DTCs are
present, record the issues on the repair order and repair as necessary before proceeding
further with this bulletin.
If the customer describes the symptom/condition, 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.
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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
“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 any DTCs that may have been set in all modules due to reprogramming. The
wiTECH application will automatically present all DTCs after the flash and allow the
DTCs to be cleared.
POLICY:
Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.
TIME ALLOWANCE:
Labor
Operation
No:
18-19-06-BQ
Description
Skill Category
Module, Power Control Module (PCM) 8- ENGINE
- Reprogram (0 - Low Skilled)
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
effected by vehicle connection and network capabilities.
FAILURE CODE:
FM
Flash Module