Magnum SRT-8 V8-6.1L VIN 3 (2006)
PROM - Programmable Read Only Memory: Customer Interest
Engine Controls - MIL ON/DTC's P2112 or P1521
NUMBER: 18-018-06
GROUP: Vehicle Performance
DATE: May 13, 2006
THE StarSCAN(R) FLASH FILES FOR THIS BULLETIN MUST BE RETRIEVED FROM THE INTERNET.
StarSCAN(R) UPDATE CD 6.05 WAS THE LAST CD TO CONTAIN FLASH FILES.
THIS BULLETIN SUPERSEDES TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN 18-035-05 REV. A, DATED NOVEMBER 18, 2005, WHICH SHOULD BE
REMOVED FROM YOUR FILES. ALL REVISIONS ARE HIGHLIGHTED WITH **ASTERISKS** AND INCLUDE A CHANGE TO THE 2006
LX/LE 6.1L CLEAN POINT.
SUBJECT:
FLASH: MIL Illumination At Start-Up Due To DTC P2112 Or P1521
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software.
MODELS:
2006
(DR)
Ram Truck
2006
(HB)
Durango
2005 - 2006
(LX/LE)
300 / Magnum / Charger
2005 - 2006
(WK/WH)
Grand Cherokee
2006
(XK)
Commander
NOTE:
This bulletin applies to: Grand Cherokee and Commander vehicles equipped with a 5.7L engine (sales code EZB) built prior to September 08, 2005
(MDH 0908XX); or to Ram Truck vehicles equipped with a 5.7L engine (sales code EZB) built prior to October 27, 2005 (MDH 1027XX); or to
Durango vehicles equipped with a 5.7L engine (sales code EZB) built prior to September 24, 2005 (MDH 0924XX); or to 300, Magnum, and
Charger vehicles equipped with a 5.7L engine (sales code EZB) built prior to September 03, 2005 (MDH 0903XX); or to 300, Magnum, and Charger
vehicles equipped with a 6.1 L engine (sales code ESF) built prior to **April 17, 2006 (MDH 0417XX)**.
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
The vehicle operator may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination due to one of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC):
P2112 - Electronic Throttle Control - Unable To Open. If this DTC occurs, it will set at time of engine start up. This condition may affect all vehicles
listed above, except Durango (HB) and Ram Truck (DR).
P1521 - Incorrect Engine Oil Type. This DTC may set in high ambient temperature conditions when the correct oil type (viscosity) is being used in the
engine.
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 are present record them on the repair order and repair as necessary before proceeding further with this bulletin.
If the vehicle operator describes or experiences the Symptom/Condition, perform the Repair Procedure.
PARTS REQUIRED:
