RAM 3500 Truck 2WD V8-5.7L VIN D (2003)
PROM - Programmable Read Only Memory: All Technical Service Bulletins
Engine Controls - MIL ON/Erroneous DTC's Set
NUMBER: 18-037-03
GROUP: Vehicle Performance
DATE: October 10, 2003
THIS BULLETIN IS BEING PROVIDED IN ADVANCE. THE SOFTWARE WILL BE AVAILABLE ON TechCONNECT ON OR AFTER
OCTOBER 27, 2003.
SUBJECT:
Flash: MIL Illumination, Erroneous Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC's) P0116, P2172, P2173
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software.
MODELS:
2003 (AN) Dakota
2003 (DN) Durango
2003 (DR) Ram Truck
NOTE:
This bulletin applies to vehicles as indicated in the table.
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
The customer may experience a MIL illumination that when diagnosed may have been caused by one or more of the following erroneous DTC's:
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P0116 - Engine Coolant Temperature Circuit Performance
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P2172 - High Airflow/Vacuum Leak Detected (Instant Accum.)
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P2173 - High Airflow/Vacuum Leak Detected (Slow Accum.)
DIAGNOSIS:
Using a Scan Tool (DRBIII(R)) with the appropriate Diagnostic Procedures Manual, verify all engine systems are functioning as designed. If DTC's are
present, other than those listed, record them on the repair order and repair as necessary before proceeding further with this bulletin.
If the customer describes the Symptom/Condition, perform the Repair Procedure.
PARTS REQUIRED
