Viper SRT-10 V10-8.4L (2008)
Engine Control Module: Testing and Inspection
3 Tech Tips and Information
PCM/ECM REPROGRAMMING - GAS
TECH TIPS and INFORMATION:
1. StarMOBILE Standalone Diagnostic Mode is an efficient way to flash ECUs without having direct access to a network connection. It involves first
copying the flash file to the StarMOBILE device which DOES require a network connection. Once the file has been copied to the StarMOBILE
device, it can be used in a Standalone mode to flash the ECU WITHOUT a network connection.
2. To use the StarMOBILE in Pass-Through Mode requires that your StarMOBILE is connected to the dealerships network via a wired or wireless
connection. For more information on how to use the StarMOBILE in Pass-Through Mode see the StarMOBILE training tutorials available on
DealerCONNECT > Service > StarSCAN and StarMOBILE Tools > Training Aids' link or at www.dcctools.com, under the Training Aids' link.
3. StarMOBILE does not need to be connected to a vehicle when retrieving a flash file for Standalone Mode.
4. Extreme care must be taken when programming a calibration into a generic PCM. Do not randomly select a calibration. Once a calibration is
selected and programmed, the controller cannot be reprogrammed to a different calibration. The ECU can only be reprogrammed to a more recent
version of that calibration.
5. If the flash process is interrupted or aborted, the flash should be restarted.
6. Due to the PCM / TCM programming procedure, a DTC may be set in other ECUs within the vehicle. Some DTCs may cause the MIL to
illuminate. From the "Home" screen select "System View". Then select "All DTCs". Press "Clear All Stored DTCs" if there are any DTCs shown
on the list.
7. When replacing a GPEC PCM for a vehicle that is equipped with a CVT, it is extremely important that the PCM and TCM both have the latest
software calibrations.
8. Do not allow the battery charger to time out or the charging rate to climb above 13.5 volts during the flash process.
9. The StarSCAN« and StarMOBILE« diagnostic tools fully support Internet connectivity and must be configured for your dealership's network. For
help on setting up your StarSCAN / StarMOBILE« for the dealership's network, refer to the StarSCAN / StarMOBILE Quick Start Networking
Guide available on DealerCONNECT > Service > StarSCAN and StarMOBILE Tools > Online Documentation or at www.dcctools.com, under
the download center.
10. The operating software in the StarSCAN and StarMOBILE must be programmed with the latest software release level. The software level is
visible in the blue header at the top of the StarSCAN and StarMOBILE Desktop Client screens. For instructions on how to update your scan tool,
refer to the StarSCAN / StarMOBILE Software Update guide available on DealerCONNECT > Service > StarSCAN and StarMOBILE Tools >
Online Documentation or at www.dcctools.com, under the download center.
