Magnum V6-2.7L VIN R (2005)
Dome Lamp: Customer Interest
Engine Controls - Headlamp/Interior Lamp Fluctuation
NUMBER: 18-003-05
GROUP: Vehicle Performance
DATE: January 12, 2005
THE StarSCAN FLASH FILES FOR THIS BULLETIN ARE AVAILABLE VIA THE INTERNET.
THE StarSCAN SOFTWARE UPDATE CD CONTAINS ALL PREVIOUSLY RELEASED FLASH FILES PRIOR TO THE CD RELEASE DATE
PRINTED ON THE CD LABEL.
FOR MARKETS OUTSIDE OF THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA, THE FLASH FILES AND REPROGRAMMING INSTRUCTIONS WILL
BE AVAILABLE ON ITIL/ISIS DVD FEBRUARY, 2005.
SUBJECT:
Flash: Headlights Fluctuation and/or Interior Lamps Fluctuation
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software.
MODELS:
2005
(LX)
Chrysler 300/Magnum
NOTE:
This bulletin applies to vehicles equipped with a 2.7L or 3.5L engine (sales code EER or EGG) that were built between June 28, 2004 (MDH
0628XX) and January 8 XX, 2005 (MDH 0108XX).
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
The vehicle operator may experience headlight fluctuation and/or interior lamp fluctuation. This condition will occur after a cold start, while the vehicle
is idling, under heavy electrical load and a slight throttle tip-in. This condition could also be described as the headlights and/or interior lamps changing
intensity at a steady rate. DTC P0563 - Battery Voltage High may also be stored in the PCM.
DIAGNOSIS:
Using a Scan Tool (StarSCAN) with the appropriate diagnostic procedures on TechCONNECT, verify all engine systems are functioning as designed. If
DTCs are present other then the one listed above, 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:
SPECIAL TOOLS/EQUIPMENT REQUIRED: