IMPORTANT - System Coverage

IMPORTANT
New for the 2003 RS equipped with the 2.4L engine is a combined Powertrain Control Module and Transmission Control Module in a single control module. This new module is the Next Generation Controller (NGC) for DaimlerChrysler and will be referred to as the Powertrain Control Module (PCM).

The NGC will have four color coded connectors: C1 - C4 (C1 - Black; C2 - Orange; C3 - White; C4 - Green). Each PCM connector will have 38 pins.

Two new tools are introduced to help in diagnosing and repairing the new PCM terminals and harness connectors. The Miller # 3638 terminal removal pick is introduced. You must use the Miller # 3638 tool to release the connector terminals or harness and connector damage will occur. Also, the Miller # 8815 Pinout Box is introduced. You must use the Miller # 8815 tool to probe the PCM terminals or terminal damage will occur.

The 2003 RS equipped with 3.3/3.8L engines continue to use the Single Board Engine Controller (SBEC) and a separate Transmission Control Module (TCM).