Magnum V6-2.7L VIN T (2007)
SPECIAL TOOLS / EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:
REPAIR PROCEDURE:
1.
Does vehicle exhibit torque converter shudder with or without a 1-2 or 2-3 Shift Harshness?
a.
Yes >>> Proceed to Step # 3.
b.
No >>> Proceed to Step # 2.
2.
Reprogram the PCM only with the latest software using the flash procedure listed in the flash procedure below. Replacing the Torque Converter is
not necessary if the vehicle only has the 1-2 or 2-3 Shift Harshness.
3.
Replace the Torque Converter (p/n 05093944AB) - Follow detailed service procedures listed in DealerCONNECT > TechCONNECT for Torque
Converter replacement.
NOTE:
The PCM must be flash reprogrammed with new software when a new torque converter is installed on the vehicle.
4.
Reprogram the PCM with the latest software using the flash procedure listed in the flash procedure below. After PCM reprogramming, the
following must be performed:
a.
Clear the Variable Line Pressure (VLP) Counters, found in the StarSCAN(R) Misc Function Menu. VLP Clear Counters must be completed
on all models with a 42RLE transmission.
b.
Clear any DTC's that may have been set in other modules due to reprogramming.
c.
Perform the Quick Learn function, found in the StarSCAN(R) Misc Function Menu.
d.
Select the TCC Break In, found in the StarSCAN(R) Misc Function Menu and select "Start TCC Break In".
FLASH REPAIR PROCEDURE - USING THE INTERNET TO RETRIEVE THE FLASH FILE:
NOTE:
When performing this Repair Procedure, the software release level in the StarSCAN(R); must be programmed with 8.04 level software or higher. The
software release level is visible in the blue header at the top of the StarSCAN(R) screen.
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.
Install a battery charger and verify that the charging rate provides approximately 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.
