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Engine Controls - MIL ON/DTC's P0139 or P2270

NUMBER: 18-011-08 REV. C

GROUP: Vehicle Performance

DATE: July 23, 2008

THIS BULLETIN SUPERSEDES TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN 18-011-08 REV. B DATED JUNE 18, 2008 WHICH SHOULD BE REMOVED FROM YOUR FILES. IT ALSO INCLUDES THE NEWEST SOFTWARE TO ADDRESS P0139 REFERENCES IN SERVICE BULLETINS 18-015-06 AND 18-033-06. ALL REVISIONS ARE HIGHLIGHTED WITH **ASTERISKS** AND INCLUDE THE ADDITION OF 2007 AND EARLY BUILT 2008 JS MODEL AND ENGINE APPLICATION ADDITIONS.

THE StarSCAN(R) FLASH FILES FOR THIS BULLETIN MUST BE RETRIEVED FROM THE INTERNET.

StarSCAN(R) SOFTWARE LEVEL MUST BE AT RELEASE 9.01 OR HIGHER.

StarMOBILE DESKTOP CLIENT -OR- StarMOBILE STANDALONE MODE MAY ALSO BE USED TO PERFORM THE FLASH.

SUBJECT:
Flash: MIL Illumination with DIG P0139 or P2270

OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM).

NOTE:
Vehicles equipped with a CVT transmission must have the transmission control module (TCM) checked for the latest software level whenever the PCM software is updated. If newer TCM software is available, it must be installed. Failure to maintain software coordination may result in MIL illumination or driveability concerns.

MODELS:

**2007 - 2008 (JS) Avenger/Sebring/Sebring Convertible**

2007 - 2008 (MK49) Compass

2007 - 2008 (MK74) Patriot

2007 - 2008 (PM) Caliber

NOTE:
This bulletin applies to:

^ 2007 **PM/MK** models equipped with a 1.8L, 2.0L, or 2.4L engine & any transmission (Sales Code EBA, ECN or ED3 with DAV, DAW or DD7),

^ **2007 JS vehicles equipped with a 2.4L engine (Sales Code ED3).**

^ 2008 PM/MK models equipped with a 2.0L or 2.4L engine & automatic CVI transmission (Sales Code ECN or ED3 with DAV or DAW) built prior to January 22, 2008 (MDH 0123XX),

^ 2008 PM/MK models equipped with a 1.8L or 2.4L engine & Manual transmission (Sales Code EBA or ED3 with DD7) built prior to February 3, 2008 (MDHO2O3XX).

^ **2008 JS vehicles equipped with a 2.4L engine (Sales Code EDG or ED3) built before January24, 2008 (MDH 0124xx).**

SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
Some customers may experience intermittent MIL Illumination. No other symptoms will be noted or experienced. Further investigation by the technician may find DTC P0139 - 02 Sensor 1/2 Slow Response or DTC P2270 - 02 Sensor 1/2 Signal Biased Lean.

DIAGNOSIS:
Using a Scan Tool (StarSCAN(R)) with the appropriate Diagnostic Procedures available in TechCONNECT, verify all engine systems are functioning as designed. If DTC's other than those listed above are present record them on the repair order and repair as necessary before proceeding further with this bulletin.

If the above symptom/condition is experienced and cause for DTC's cannot be determined, perform the Repair Procedure.





PARTS REQUIRED:





SPECIAL TOOLS / EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:

REPAIR PROCEDURE - USING THE INTERNET TO RETRIEVE THE FLASH FILE:

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

1. Reprogram the PCM with the latest software. Follow the detailed service procedures available in DealerCONNECT/TechCONNECT, Refer To Group 8 - Electrical > Electronic Control Modules - Service Information > Module - Powertrain Control > Standard Procedures > PCM/ECM Programming - Gas.

2. Type the necessary information on the "Authorized Modification Label and attach it near the VECI label.

POLICY:
Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.





TIME ALLOWANCE:





FAILURE CODE:

Disclaimer:
This bulletin is supplied as technical information only and is not an authorization for repair.