Grand Cherokee 2WD V8-5.7L VIN 2 (2005)
Dealers should also use the VIN list to follow up with all owners to schedule appointments for this repair.
Recall VIN lists may contain confidential, restricted owner name and address information that was obtained from the Department of Motor Vehicles of
various states. Use of this information is permitted for this recall only and is strictly prohibited from all other use.
Additional Information
If you have any questions or need assistance in completing this action, please contact your Service and Parts District Manager.
Customer Services Field Operations
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Service Procedure
Program the FCM Using the DealerCONNECT Internet System
NOTE:
The updated software was not available on Compact Disc (CD) at the time that this notification was initiated.
NOTE:
The DealerCONNECT System, StarSCAN Tool (C119401), StarSCAN Vehicle Cable (C119404) and StarSCAN Ethernet Cable (C119410) are
required to use this programming method.
CAUTION:
The StarSCAN must be at version 5.02 or higher before this procedure can be performed.
NOTE:
The StarSCAN diagnostic scan tool fully supports DealerCONNECT Internet connectivity. However, in order to take advantage of this feature you
must first configure the StarSCAN for your dealership's network. For instructions on setting up your StarSCAN for the dealer's network; refer to the
StarSCAN Quick Start Networking Guide available on the website under the "download center" link.
1.
Install a battery charger and verify that the charging rate provides approximately 13.5 volts.
2.
Use the following procedure to determine the FCM part number:
a.
Connect the StarSCAN to the vehicle data link connector located under the steering column and turn the ignition key to the "RUN" position.
b.
Power ON the StarSCAN.
c.
From the StarSCAN Home Screen, select "ECU View".
d.
From the StarSCAN ECU View Screen, select the FCM from the list of modules.
e.
Select "More Options" and then select "ECU Flash".
f.
Verify the FCM part number (software level).
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If the FCM part number is 56040662AH or 56040662AI reprogram the FCM. Continue with Step 2 of this procedure.
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If the FCM part number is 56040662AJ or higher reprogramming is not required. Continue with Step 8 of this procedure.
3.
Connect the CH9410 StarSCAN ethernet cable to the StarSCAN and the dealer's network drop.
4.
Download the flash file from the internet to the StarSCAN. Starting at the StarSCAN "Home" screen:
a.
Select "Flash Download".
b.
Select "Download Files from DealerCONNECT" and then press "NEXT".
c.
Select "Read Information from Connected Vehicle" and then press "Next".
d.
Press "Finish".
e.
Select "FCM" and press "Download to Scan Tool".
5. Press the "Show Shortcuts" key and then press the "Home" key to return to the "Home" screen.
