Dakota Quad Cab 4WD V6-3.9L VIN X (2001)
Technical Service Bulletin # 975
Date: 010401
Recall - Transfer Case Control Module Reprogramming
April 2001
Safety Recall No. 975
Reprogram Transfer Case Control Module
Models
2001 (AN) Dodge Dakota Four Wheel Drive (4WD)
NOTE:
This recall applies only to the above vehicles built from July 10, 2000 through January 19, 2001 (MDH 0710XX through 011913).
2001 (DN) Dodge Durango Four Wheel Drive (4WD)
NOTE:
This recall applies only to the above vehicles built from July 31, 2000 through January 22, 2001 (MDH 0731XX through 012222).
Subject
The electronic shift transfer case on about 85,000 of the above vehicles may not fully engage into gear when the operator rotates the transfer case control
switch. This may cause the transfer case to shift into the neutral position unexpectedly. If this occurs and the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle
may roll away and cause an accident without warning.
Repair
The Transfer Case Control Module (TCCM) must be reprogrammed (flashed).
Parts Information
Due to the likelihood that the required label is already in your parts inventory, no labels will be distributed initially. Labels may be ordered as needed to
support scheduled repairs.
Each vehicle requires application of the following label:
Part Number
Description
04275086
Authorized Modifications Label
Completion Reporting and Reimbursement
Claims for vehicles which have been serviced must be submitted on the DIAL System. Claims submitted will be used by DaimlerChrysler to record recall
service completions and provide dealer payments.
Use one of the following labor operation numbers and time allowances:
Labor Operation
Time
Number
Allowance
TCCM update previously performed
08-97-51-81
0.2 hours
Reprogram the TCCM
08-97-51-82
0.5 hours
Add the cost of the labels plus applicable dealer allowance to your claim.
NOTE:
See the Warranty Administration Manual, Recall Claim Processing Section, for complete recall claim processing instructions.
Parts Return
Not Applicable
Dealer Notification and Vehicle List