RAM 3500 Truck 2WD L6-5.9L DSL Turbo VIN C (2003)
4.
Determine if the vehicle is equipped with SKIM. Using the DRBIII(R) select:
a.
"DRBIII Standalone"
b.
"1998 - 2005 Diagnostics"
c.
"All"
d.
"System Monitor"
e.
"J1850 Module Scan"
f.
Look for "SKIM" in the list of modules.
5.
If the vehicle is not equipped with SKIM then proceed to Step # 6. If the vehicle is equipped with SKIM obtain the vehicle Personal Identification
Number (PIN) before continuing with Step # 6. This information is available from:
a.
The original selling invoice.
b.
The DealerCONNECT system under the "Sales" or "Parts" tabs - select "Key Codes".
c.
By contacting the District Manager.
CAUTION:
Failure to install the SKIM pin number into the module after flashing the Cummins ECM will cause a start and stall condition.
6.
Open the hood, install a battery charger and verify that the charging rate provides approximately 13.5 volts.
7.
If the old "ECM part number" is known, or for 2003 and later vehicles, proceed to Step # 14. On 1998 1/2 - 2002 vehicles, if the old "ECM part
number" is not known, proceed to next step.
8.
On DealerCONNECT select the "Service" tab.
9.
Select "Vehicle Information Plus".
10.
Select "Single VIN Inquiry".
11.
Manually enter the VIN and mileage and select "Enter".
12.
Select the "Vehicle Option" tab.
13.
Under the "Vehicle Option" window, identify and record:
a.
Engine (sales code and description).
b.
Emissions (Federal or California)
c.
Transmission (Automatic, 5-speed manual, etc.).
NOTE:
When reprogramming a Cummins ECM be sure to do the following;
^
Download the flash file from TechCONNECT to the DRBIII(R) with the DRBIII(R) disconnected from the vehicle.
^
Download the flash file from the DRBIII(R) to the vehicle with the DRBIII(R) disconnected from TechCONNECT.
14.
Connect the DRBIII(R) to TechCONNECT. Open TechTOOLS and verify that the "DRBIII(R) Status: Connected" message is in the upper right
corner of the TechTOOLS screen.
15.
Enter the old Cummins "ECM part number" obtained from the DRBIII(R) in Step # 2 into the "Parts Criteria" window.
16.
Select "Show Updates".
17.
Highlight the proper flash file from the list:
