Recall: Electronic Brake Control Module Programming - 2006 Commander 4WD V8-47L VIN N
Technical Service Bulletin # G40
Date: 071001
Recall - Electronic Brake Control Module Programming
October 2007
Dealer Service Instructions for:
Safety Recall G40
Reprogram Electronic Brake Control Module
Models
2006 - 2007 (WK) Jeep(R) Grand Cherokee
(XK) Jeep(R) Commander
NOTE:
This recall applies only to the above vehicles equipped with a model 245 two speed transfer case (sales code DHX).
2006 - 2007 (WK) Jeep(R) Grand Cherokee SRT8
2007 (KA) Dodge Nitro (4x4)
(JK) Jeep(R) Wrangler (4x4)
IMPORTANT:
Some of the involved vehicles may be in dealer new vehicle inventory. Federal law requires you to complete this recall service on these vehicles
before retail delivery. Dealers should also consider this requirement to apply to used vehicle inventory and should perform this recall on vehicles in
for service. Involved vehicles can be determined by using the VIP inquiry process.
Subject
The software programmed into the Electronic Brake Control (EBC) module on
about 296,000 of the above vehicles may allow a momentary delay in braking
when coasting up a hill during certain conditions. This could increase the vehicle's stopping distance and cause a crash without warning.
Repair
The EBC module must be reprogrammed (flashed).
Parts Information
No parts are required to perform this service procedure.
Special Tools
The existing special tools may be required to perform this repair shown.