Dakota 4WD V6-239 3.9L Magnum (1996)
1
CH7035
General Purpose Interface Bus Cable (GPIB)
1
CH7000
J1962 Cable
1
4669020
Label - Authorized Software Update
1
4275086
Label - Authorized Modification
REPAIR PROCEDURE:
This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software (calibration change).
NOTE:
MDS AND DRBIII ARE REQUIRED TO PERFORM THE FOLLOWING REPAIR. MDS MUST BE OPERATING WITH RELEASE 19 OR
HIGHER AND TIL 1105 OR HIGHER INSTALLED.
1.
Connect the MDS to the DRBIII and connect the DRBIII to the vehicle 16-way Data Link Connector (DLC) and power them up.
2.
Use the arrow keys and select # 2 MDS DIAGNOSTICS on the DRBIII MAIN MENU Screen.
3.
Use the arrow keys and select DIAGNOSTIC MENU on the MDS, then press NEXT MENU.
4.
Use the arrow keys and select VEHICLE CONTROLLER PROGRAMMING on the MDS, then press NEXT MENU.
5.
Use the arrow keys and select PROGRAMMING OF ALL OTHER CONTROLLERS WITH MDS AND DRBIII on the MDS then press NEXT
MENU.
6.
Follow the steps presented on the MDS and DRBIII which will allow the DRBIII to obtain the current part number of the PCM.
7.
The MDS will display the part number of the PCM on the vehicle and the appropriate replacement part number, then press NEXT MENU to begin
programming.
If the PCM on the vehicle has already been updated or programmed, a NO UPDATES AVAILABLE message will be displayed. Check the part
number of the PCM on the vehicle and compare it to the part number displayed. If the PCM has already been updated, then a system problem
actually exists and should be corrected.
8.
The MDS and DRBIII will prompt the operator for any action needed during the remainder of the programming process.
NOTE:
THE FOLLOWING STEPS ARE REQUIRED BY LAW.
9.
Type the necessary information on the "Authorized Software Update" label, P/N 4669020. Attach the label to the PCM and cover the label with
the clear plastic overlay.
