ABS/TCS - 'ESP Off' Feature Inoperative
NUMBER: 05-003-09GROUP: Brakes
DATE: August 05, 2009
THIS BULLETIN SUPERSEDES TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN 05-004-08, DATED OCTOBER 30, 2008, WHICH SHOULD BE REMOVED FROM YOUR FILES. ALL REVISIONS ARE HIGHLIGHTED WITH **ASTERISKS** AND INCLUDE THE ADDITIONAL MODEL YEARS.
THE StarSCAN(R) FLASH FILES FOR THIS BULLETIN MUST BE RETRIEVED FROM THE INTERNET.
StarSCAN(R) SOFTWARE LEVEL MUST BE AT RELEASE **9.05** OR HIGHER FOR THIS BULLETIN.
StarMOBILE STANDALONE MODE OR StarMOBILE DESKTOP CLIENT MAY ALSO BE USED TO PERFORM THIS PROCEDURE.
SUBJECT:
Flash: Full ESP Off Function
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Anti Lock Brake/Electronic Stability Module (ABS) with new software.
MODELS:
2008-**2009** (MK-49) Compass
2008-**2009** (MK-74) Patriot
NOTE:
This bulletin applies to 4x4 vehicles equipped with Electronic Stability Program (sales code BNB).
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
Some customers may notice that they are unable to invoke the ESP Off feature. Pressing and holding the ESP button for five seconds the customer will not see the "ESP OFF" verbiage displayed in the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) and no "Car Icon" light that is on all the time in the cluster, as described in the Owners' Manual.
Normal operation of the ESP Off is confirmed by a single warning chime and a text message in the odometer display "ESP FULL OFF." The system can be returned to "normal Full-On mode by briefly pressing and releasing the ESP Off switch. The switch resets itself each time the ignition is cycled.
DIAGNOSIS:
Using a Scan Tool (StarSCAN(R)) with the appropriate Diagnostic Procedures available in TechCONNECT, verify all 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 the Symptom/Condition, perform the Repair Procedure.
SPECIAL TOOLS / EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:
REPAIR PROCEDURE - USING THE INTERNET TO RETRIEVE THE FLASH FILE:
NOTE:
The StarSCAN(R) diagnostic scan tool fully supports Internet connectivity. However, to take advantage of this feature you must first configure the StarSCAN(R) for your dealership's network. Make sure the StarSCAN(R) is configured to the dealership's network before proceeding. For instruction on setting up your StarSCAN(R) for the dealer's network refer to either:
"DealerCONNECT > Service > StarSCAN and StarMOBILE tools > Online Documentation", or refer to the StarSCAN(R) Quick Start Networking Guide. The StarSCAN(R) Quick Start Networking Guide is also available on the website under the "Download Center".
NOTE:
If this flash process is interrupted/aborted, the flash should be restarted.
1. Open the hood and install a battery charger. Using a voltmeter, verify that the charging rate provides 13.2 - 13.5 volts. Set the battery charger to continuous charge. Do not allow the charger to time out during the flash process. Remove the charger from the battery when the flash process is complete.
NOTE:
Do not allow the charging voltage to climb above 13.5 volts during the flash process.
2. Connect the CH9410 StarSCAN(R) ethernet cable to the StarSCAN(R) and the dealer's network drop.
3. Connect the CH9404D StarSCAN(R) vehicle cable to the StarSCAN(R) and the vehicle.
4. Power ON the StarSCAN(R).
5. Select "ECU View"
6. Touch the screen to highlight the ABS in the list of modules.
7. Select "More Options"
8. Select "ECU Flash"
9. Record the part number at the top of the "Flash ABS" screen for later reference.
10. Select "Browse for New File". Follow the on screen instructions.
11. Highlight the appropriate calibration then select "Download to Scantool".
12. Select "Close" after the download is complete, then select "Back".
13. Highlight the listed calibration.
14. Select "Update Controller". Follow on screen instructions.
15. When the update is complete, select "OK".
16. Verify the part number at the top of the "Flash ABS" screen has updated to the new part number.
NOTE:
Due to the ABS programming procedure, a DTC may be set in other modules 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.
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.