RAM 3500 Truck 2WD L6-359 5.9L DSL Turbo VIN D FI (1998)
Claims submitted will be used by Chrysler 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
ECM update previously performed
08800181
0.2 hours
Reprogram Engine Control Module
08800182
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.
Vehicle Not Available
If a vehicle is not available for service for a known reason, let us know by filling out the pre-addressed Vehicle Disposition Form portion of the Owner
Notification Form or describe the reason on a postcard and mail to:
Chrysler Corporation
CIMS 482-00-85
800 Chrysler Drive East
Auburn Hills, Michigan 48326-2757
Following the above procedures will expedite the processing of your claim.
If you have any questions or need assistance in completing this action, please contact your Zone Service Office.
A. Reprogram the Engine Control Module (ECM)
1.
Connect the MDS (Mopar Diagnostic System) and the DRB III(R) (Scan Tool) to the vehicle and power them up.
NOTE:
The Mopar Diagnostic System is required to perform the ECM flash. The system must be operating with RELEASE 21 or higher and TIL CD
RELEASE 1169 or higher must be installed.
2.
Use the arrow keys and select # 2 -- MDS DIAGNOSTICS on the DRB III MAIN MENU Screen.
3.
Use the arrow keys and select DIAGNOSTICS 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 USING MDS & DRB III on the MDS, then press NEXT
MENU.
6.
Follow the steps presented on the MDS and DRB III which will allow the DRB III to obtain the current part number of the ECM.
7.
The MDS will display the part number of the Engine Control Module on the vehicle and the appropriate replacement part number, then press
NEXT MENU to begin programming.
NOTE:
If the ECM on the vehicle has already been updated or reprogrammed, a NO UPDATES AVAILABLE message will be displayed. Verify that
the part number of the ECM (or previously installed authorized software update label) matches the part number displayed on the MDS and
then continue with Section C.
8.
The MDS and DRB III will prompt the operator for any action needed during the remainder of the programming process.
NOTE:
Diagnostic Trouble Codes (169311694) may turn on the "Check Engine" light during the ECM reflash procedure. Check for and erase these