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TSB 08-031-03

PCM Connector Corroded - Sets MIL Light

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Date: Oct. 31, 2003

Models: 2003 (DR) Ram Truck

NOTE: This bulletin applies to vehicles equipped with a 5.9L diesel engine and an automatic transmission.

Overview:
This bulletin involves replacing the Power Train Control Module (PCM) and the related wire harness.

Symptom/Condition:
Water may enter the PCM connector causing corrosion of electrical terminals on the PCM. This condition can set diagnostic trouble codes and illuminate the MIL light. The most common codes encountered are: PO 123 - TPS voltage high or PO 1596 - MUX Speed Control Voltage High.

Diagnosis:
If either of these diagnostic trouble codes are present or other diagnostics lead to PCM connector problems, inspect the PCM and the PCM wire harness connector. Look for darkened or discolored connector pins or any signs of tracking an the insulator. If any signs of corrosion are present. perform the Repair Procedure. If no signs of corrosion are present other diagnostic methods will be required.

Parts Required:
Qty. Part No. Description
AR 56040478AG PCM - 6.9 L Diesel - Fed. - 47RE, Std. Output
AR 56040479AG PCM - 5.9 L Diesel - Cal. - 47RE, Std. Output
AR 56028762AE PCM - 5.9 L Diesel - Cal. - 48RE, Std. Output
AR 56040476AE PCM - 5.9 L Diesel - Fed. - High Output - 48RE
AR 56028740AE PCM - 5.9 L Diesel - Fed. - Std. Output - 48RE
AR 58051661AA Wire Harness - Diesel - Manual Shift Transfer Case
AR 56051862AA Wire Harness - Diesel - Electric Shift Transfer Case

Repair Procedure: 
1.      Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the PCM.
3. Install the appropriate PCM from the Parts Required section above.
4. Remove the transmission wire harness from the vehicle and Install the appropriate now harness listed above.
5. Make sure to fully coat the harness connector into the PCM. Push the harness connectors slowly into the PCM. Two clicks will be heard when the connector is seated. This assures that both latches are secure.
6. Connect the negative battery cable.

Policy:    Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.

Time Allowance:

Labor Operation No:   Description Amount
08-90-65-99 Replace PCM and Wire Harness 1.1 Hrs.

Failure Code:

K4        Loose
83 Connection Loose

I would like to thank Bob Bergevin, Arthur Cantrall, Barry Drodge, David Lovell, Bill Maurits, and Steve for supplying the information for these bulletins. And a big thank you goes to Geno's Garage for making DodgeRam.info possible.

 

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