Flash: Update to Transmission Calibrations – 2002-2003 Dodge Dakota

NUMBER: 18-001-03 REV. A
GROUP: Vehicle Performance
DATE: Mar. 28, 2003

 

SUBJECT:

Flash: Update to Transmission Calibrations

 

OVERVIEW:

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

 

MODELS:

**2002** – 2003

(AN)

Dakota

 

NOTE: THE BULLETIN APPLIES TO VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 3.9L ENGINE (SALES CODES EHC) AND 42RE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (SALES CODE DGK) AND BUILT BEFORE NOVEMBER 22, 2002.

 

SYMPTOM/CONDITION:

The vehicle operator may describe that the vehicle will not shift out of 2nd gear while climbing a grade.

 

DIAGNOSIS:

Using a Scan Tool (DRBIII) with the appropriate Diagnostic Procedures Manual, verify all engine 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 Symptom/Condition is present, perform the Repair Procedure.

 

PARTSREQUIRED:

Qty.	Part No.	Description
1	04669020	Label, Authorized Software Update
1	04275086AB	Label, Authorized Modification

 

EQUIPMENTREQUIRED:

NPN	Battery Charger
CH2002	General Purpose Interface Bus Cable Assembly
CH6000A	Scan Tool (DRBIII)
CH7000/7001	J1962 Cable
	TechCONNECT Workstation

 

REPAIR PROCEDURE:

NOTE: WHENEVER A PCM/TCM IS REPLACED OR REPROGRAMMED, THE SOFTWARE IN THE CONTROLLER AND DRBIII MUST BE VERIFIED AS HAVING THE LATEST REVISION LEVEL.

1. Connect a battery charger and set as close to 14 volts charge as possible.
2. Flash the controller using the TechCONNECT/MDS2 and DRBIII.

NOTE: DUE TO THE PCM REPROGRAMMING PROCEDURE, A DTC MAY BE SET IN OTHER MODULES (TCM, BCM, MIC, SKIM, ETC.) WITHIN THE VEHICLE, IF SO EQUIPPED. SOME DTC’S MAY CAUSE THE MIL TO ILLUMINATE. ALL DTC’S RELATE TO A LOSS OF COMMUNICATIONS WITH THE MODULE THAT IS BEING REPROGRAMMED. CHECK ALL MODULES, RECORD THE FAULTS, AND ERASE THESE FAULTS PRIOR TO RETURNING THE VEHICLE TO THE CUSTOMER. ERASE ANY FAULTS IN THE PCM ONLY AFTER ALL OTHER MODULES HAVE HAD THEIR FAULTS ERASED.

NOTE: THE FOLLOWING STEPS ARE REQUIRED BY LAW.

3. Type the necessary information on the “Authorized Software Update Label” p/n 04669020 (Fig. 1). Attach the label to the PCM and/or TCM as necessary and cover the label(s) with the clear plastic overlay.

Fig.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

 

4. Type the necessary information on the “Authorized Modification Label” p/n 04275086AB and attach near the VECI label (Fig. 2).

Fig.2 AUTHORIZED SOFTWARE UPDATE LABEL

 

POLICY:

Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.

 

TIME ALLOWANCE:

Labor Operation No:		Description	Amount
08-19-41-92		Reprogram Powertrain Control Module	0.5 Hrs.

 

FAILURECODE:

FM	Flash Module

 

THIS BULLETIN SUPERSEDES TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN 18-001-03, DATED JANUARY 10, 2003, WHICH SHOULD BE REMOVED FROM YOUR FILES. ALL REVISIONS ARE HIGHLIGHTED WITH **ASTERISKS** AND INCLUDE AN ADDITIONAL MODEL YEAR.

THIS BULLETIN IS BEING PROVIDED IN ADVANCE. THE MDS2 MUST BE OPERATING WITH CIS CD2130 OR HIGHER, AVAILABLE APRIL 14, 2003.

 

 

 

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Chrysler J2534 Application Overview

The Chrysler J2534 System is a combination of the J2534 Application (2010 and newer Model Year Support) and the Chrysler J2534 Flash Application (2009-1996 Model Year Support). J2534 aftermarket users are required and responsible for installing the J2534 device driver provided by the device manufacturer. If you need support installing the device driver software contact the device manufacturer. See the related article “Chrysler J2534 Manual” for additional information. Chrysler J2534 application provides below capabilities:

 

New J2534 Application:
	Application Usage and Support
	Provides support for 2010 and newer model years.
	New J2534 Application requires users to work online. An active internet connection and bandwidth (1.5 Mbps) is required to use J2534 application.
	ECU reprogramming files are automatically downloaded via the application.
	J2534 Applicable ECUs can be reprogrammed, if a flash is available.

 

The Chrysler J2534 Flash Application:
	Application Usage and Support
	Provides support for 2009 – 1996 model years.
	ECU reprogramming support for emission control modules only (ECM, PCM, TCM and CTV).
	User is responsible to download the correct ECU reprogramming files. Click here to download ECU reprogramming files.

 

Chrysler Recommended J2534 Devices

For Chrysler recommended J2534 device, see below table.

J2534 Device	Firmware Version
CTC Vehicle Box *	1.9
UCAN 2	1.0
Blue Streak -2534 Global Programmer	2.10
Actia I+ME Passthru	2.07

 

* Chrysler recommends the CTC Vehicle Box Device for Chrysler SCI ECU reprogramming. SCI reprogramming is used on most PCMs and TCMs prior to the introduction of CAN bus vehicles which began in 2004 (Durango).

 

Chrysler J2534 System Support:

Support for Chrysler J2534 System is available on-line. For more information, please refer to Chrysler J2534 Manual and knowledge base website.

 

Chrysler J2534 System

PC Requirements for Chrysler J2434 System:

The Chrysler J2534 Application has been verified to work with the following operating systems using open platform PCs or laptops:
• Windows 7 (32-Bit & 64-Bit)
• Windows XP (32-Bit only)

Chrysler J2434 System Release Notes:

Please click here to view the Application Release Notes. 

Chrysler J2434 System Download:

For Chrysler J2534 System support, please refer to “Chrysler J2534 Manual“. Get the J2534 system.

Chrysler ECU Flash Availability matrix:

Click Flash Availability–J2534 Application and Flash Availability–Chrysler Diagnostic Application.

Adaptor Requirements:

A harness adaptor is required to update certain vehicles. The following tables list which vehicles / modules require which adaptor. Adaptors can be purchased through the SPX Miller Special Tools program.  See SPX Miller Special Tools program for details.

MLR-J2534-MMC required on:

SBEC III	1996 – 1997	SEBRING / AVENGER (FJ)
ETAX III	1996 – 1997	SEBRING / AVENGER (FJ)
SBEC IIIA	1997 – 1998	SEBRING / AVENGER (FJ)
ETAX IIIA	1997 – 1998	SEBRING / AVENGER (FJ)
Powertrain	2001 – 2201	SEBRING / STRATUS COUPE (ST)

 

MLR-J2534-TCM required on:

ETAX IIIB	2003 – 2004	SEBRING / STRATUS SEDAN (JR)
ETAX IVA	2005 – 2006	LIBERTY (DIESEL) JEEP (KJ)

 

Additional Information and Known Issues / Concerns:

• 1996 – 2008 5.9L ECM (Cummins)

If you are reprogramming the 5.9L diesel engine controller on the 1996-2008 Dodge RAM vehicle, it is necessary to also reprogram the VIN after the ECU has been flashed.  To write the VIN to the ECU, you may use aftermarket software support, or use an OEM FCA US LLC scan tool (DRBIII or StarSCAN). For more information, see the FCA US LLC Scan Tool Lease Options section.

• 1996-2009 ALL PCMs

If you are REPLACING a PCM or ECM and the vehicle is equipped with a theft deterrent system (Sentry Key), it must be initialized to properly function with the Anti Theft module. You also need to reprogram the VIN when replacing a PCM or ECM.  To write the VIN to the ECU and initialize the PCM to work with the theft deterrent system, you may use aftermarket software support, or use an OEM FCA US LLC scan tool (DRBIII or StarSCAN). For more information, see the FCA US LLC Scan Tool Lease Options section.

FCA US LLC Scan Tool Lease Options:

• For 2009 model year vehicles and prior, it may be necessary to use either a DRBIII or a StarSCAN to perform function required after ECU replacement.  To lease the DRBIII call 1-586-532-8400 or click here.
• Beginning with 2010 MY, function required to replace an ECU will be supported via the J2534 application.

 

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