Recall - Reprogram PCM for Emissions: Overview
January 2005Dealer Service Instructions for:
Emissions Recall D46
Reprogram PCM OBD Full System Monitor
Models
2005 (DR) Dodge Ram Pick Up Truck
(KJ) Jeep(R) Liberty
(ND) Dodge Dakota
NOTE:
This recall applies only to the above vehicles equipped with a 3.7L engine and built through September 24, 2004 (MDH 092421).
2005 (PT) PT Cruiser
NOTE:
This recall applies only to the above vehicles equipped with a 2.4L engine and built through September 22, 2004 (MDH 092216).
2005 (WK) Jeep Grand Cherokee
NOTE:
This recall applies only to the above vehicles equipped with a 3.7L engine and built through September 22, 2004 (MDH 092206).
2005 (TJ) Jeep Wrangler
NOTE:
This recall applies only to the above vehicles equipped with a 4.0L engine, manual transmission and built through September 24, 2004 (MDH 092406).
2005 (PL) Neon SRT4
NOTE:
This recall applies only to the above vehicles built through September 23, 2004 (MDH 092306).
IMPORTANT:
Many of the vehicles within the above build periods have already been inspected or repaired and, therefore, have been excluded from this recall.
IMPORTANT:
Some of the involved vehicles may be in dealer new vehicle inventory. Dealers should complete this recall service on these vehicles before retail delivery. Dealers should also perform this recall on vehicles in for service. Involved vehicles can be determined by using the VIP inquiry process.
Subject
The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) on about 61,000 of the above vehicles was inadvertently programmed with incorrect software. This can cause the On Board Diagnostic (OBD) fuel system monitor to malfunction.
Repair
The PCM must be reprogrammed (flashed).
Parts Information
Due to the likelihood that the required labels are already in your parts inventory, no labels will be distributed initially. The following label may be ordered as needed.
Each vehicle requires application of the label shown.
Special Tools
The existing special tools may be required to perform this repair shown.
Completion Reporting and Reimbursement
Claims for vehicles that have been serviced must be submitted on the DealerCONNECT Claim Entry Screen located on the Service tab. Claims submitted will be used by DaimlerChrysler to record recall service completions and provide dealer payments.
Use one of the labor operation numbers and time allowances shown.
Add the cost of the label plus applicable dealer allowance to your claim.
NOTE:
See the Warranty Administration Manual, Recall Claim Processing Section, for complete recall claim processing instructions.
Dealer Notification and Vehicle list
All dealers will receive a copy of this dealer recall notification letter by mail. Two additional copies will be sent through the DCMMS. To view this recall on DealerCONNECT, select TechCONNECT on the Service tab, click on "Search for Service Bulletins", enter the recall code and then click on the "Search" button.
Owner Notification and Service Scheduling
All involved vehicle owners known to DaimlerChrysler are being notified of the service requirement by first class mail. They are requested to schedule appointments for this service with their dealers. A generic copy of the owner letter is included.
Enclosed with each owner letter is an Owner Notification postcard to allow owners to update our records if applicable.
Vehicle Lists, Global Recall System, VIP and Dealer Follow up
All involved vehicles have been entered into the DealerCONNECT Global Recall System (GRS) and Vehicle Information Plus (VIP) for dealer inquiry as needed.
Involved dealers were also mailed a copy of their vehicle (VIN) list with the dealer recall notification letter.
GRS provides involved dealers with an updated VIN list of their incomplete vehicles. The owner's name, address and phone number are listed if known. Completed vehicles are removed from GRS within several days of repair claim submission.
To use this system, click on the "Service" tab and then click on "Global Recall System." Your dealer's VIN list for each recall displayed can be sorted by: those vehicles that were unsold at recall launch, those with a phone number, city, zip code, or VIN sequence.
Dealers must perform this repair on all unsold vehicles before retail delivery.
Dealers should also use the VIN list to follow up with all owners to schedule appointments for this repair.
Recall VIN lists may contain confidential, restricted owner name and address information that was obtained from the Department of Motor Vehicles of various states. Use of this information is permitted for this recall only and is strictly prohibited from all other use.
Additional Information
If you have any questions or need assistance in completing this action, please contact your Service and Parts District Manager.
Customer Services Field Operations
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