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TSB 18-035-05 REV. A

Superseded by TSB 18-018-06. Left for reference only.

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Date: November 18, 2005   FLASH: MIL Illumination At Start-Up Due To DTC P2112 Or P1521

THIS BULLETIN SUPERSEDES TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN 18-035-05, DATED
SEPTEMBER 29, 2005, WHICH SHOULD BE REMOVED FROM YOUR FILES.

THE StarSCAN FLASH FILES FOR THIS BULLETIN ARE AVAILABLE VIA THE
INTERNET.

THE FLASH FILE WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE NEXT StarSCAN UPDATE CD
RECEIVED AFTER CD 6.04.

Models: 2006 (DR) Ram Truck

2006             (DR) Ram Truck
2006             (HB) Durango
2005 - 2006 (LX/LE) 300 / Magnum / Charger
2005 - 2006 (WK/WH) Grand Cherokee
2006             (XK) Commander

NOTE: This bulletin applies to: Grand Cherokee and Commander vehicles equipped
with a 5.7L engine (sales code EZB) built prior to September 08, 2005 (MDH
0908XX); or to Ram Truck vehicles equipped with a 5.7L engine (sales code
EZB) built prior to October 27, 2005 (MDH 1027XX); or to Durango vehicles
equipped with a 5.7L engine (sales code EZB) built prior to September 24, 2005
(MDH 0924XX); or to 300, Magnum, and Charger vehicles equipped with a 5.7L
engine (sales code EZB) built prior to September 03, 2005 (MDH 0903XX); or to
300, Magnum, and Charger vehicles equipped with a 6.1L engine built prior to
November 15, 2005 (MDH 1115XX).

Overview:
This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module
(PCM) with new software.

Symptom/Condition:
The vehicle operator may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination due to
one of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC):

P2112 - Electronic Throttle Control - Unable To Open. This DTC will set at time of engine
start up. This condition may effect all vehicles listed above, except Durango (HB) and Ram
Truck (DR).

P1521 - Incorrect Engine Oil Type. This DTC may set in high ambient temperature
conditions when the correct oil type (viscosity) is being used in the engine.

Diagnosis:
Using a Scan Tool (DRBIIIT or StarSCANT) with the appropriate Diagnostic Procedures
available in TechCONNECT, verify all engine systems are functioning as designed. If DTC’s are
present record them on the repair order and repair as necessary before proceeding further with
this bulletin.

If the vehicle operator describes or experiences the Symptom/Condition, perform the Repair
Procedure.

NOTE: There are two methods to download flash files to StarSCANT. The first
(preferred) method is to download the flash files to the StarSCANT from the
internet. The second method is to download the flash files from the StarSCANT
Software Update CD.

Parts Required:

Qty.	Part No.	Description
1	04275086AB	Label, Authorized Modification

Special Tools/Equipment Required:

Repair Procedure: 

NOTE: The StarSCAN diagnostic scan tool fully supports Internet connectivity.
However, in order to take advantage of this feature you must first configure the
StarSCAN for your dealership’s network. For instruction on setting up your
StarSCAN for the dealer’s network; refer to the StarSCAN Quick Start
Networking Guide available on the www.dcctools.com website under the
"download center".

NOTE: If this flash process is interrupted/aborted, the flash should be restarted.

NOTE: For detailed information on the operation of the StarSCANT, refer to the Quick
Reference documentation provided in the StarSCANT documentation kit. In
addition, more recent information may also be available at the
www.dcctools.com website. Look under "Training Aids" and also under
"Download Center > Frequently Asked Questions" for more help.

1.  Open the hood, install a battery charger and verify that the charging rate provides approximately 13.5 volts.

2.   Connect the CH9410 StarSCANT ethernet cable to the StarSCANT and the dealer’s network drop.

NOTE: Due to the PCM programming procedure, a DTC may be set in other modules
(TCM, BCM, MIC, SKREEM, etc.) within the vehicle, if so equipped. Some DTC’s
may cause the MIL to illuminate. From the “Home” screen select “System
View”. Then select “All DTCs”. Press “Clear All Stored DTCs” if there are any
DTCs shown on the list.

NOTE: The following step is required by law.

Type the necessary information on the “Authorized Modification Label” p/n 04275086AB
and attach near the VECI label (Fig. 1).

FIGURE 1 - AUTHORIZED MODIFICATION LABEL 1 - POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE P/N (INSERT P/N) USED 2 - CHANGE AUTHORITY: TSB XX-XXX-XX 3 - DEALER CODE: XXXXX 4 - DATE: XX-XX-XX

Policy:    Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.

Time Allowance:

Failure Code:

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