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Emissions Recall F31 Reprogram TCM For Aftermarket Scan Tool (F31)

WARNING: This page is about the Liberty Limited, 2.8 5, which is a different variant/trim than selected.
Publication date: 2006-08-01
Reference number: F31

EMISSIONS RECALL F31 REPROGRAM TCM FOR AFTERMARKET SCAN TOOL

EMISSIONS RECALL F31 REPROGRAM TCM FOR AFTERMARKET SCAN TOOL

SERVICE CAMPAIGN BULLETIN

Reference Number(s): F31, Date of Issue:  August 2006
CHRYSLER: 2006 (KJ) Jeep® Liberty

MODELS

2006 (KJ) Jeep® Liberty 

NOTE: This notification applies only to the above vehicles equipped with a 2.8L diesel engine  ("5" in the 8th VIN position) and Federal emission control system (sales code NAA)  built from December 16, 2005 through May 25, 2006 (MDH 121619 through 052523)  .
IMPORTANT: A small number of 2005 and 2006 model year Jeep Liberty vehicles that have had TSB 18-008-06 or TSB 18-009-06 performed (reprogram TCM) prior to July 14, 2006, according to warranty records, have been added to this recall.
IMPORTANT: Some of the involved vehicles may be in dealer new vehicle inventory. Dealers should complete this recall service on these vehicles before retail delivery  . Dealers should also perform this recall on vehicles in for service. Involved vehicles can be determined by using the VIP inquiry process.

SUBJECT

The Transmission Control Module (TCM) on about 4,000 vehicles was inadvertently programmed with software that may prevent proper communication with some aftermarket diagnostic scan tools.

REPAIR

The TCM must be reprogrammed (flashed).

PARTS INFORMATION

Each dealer to whom vehicles in the recall were assigned will receive enough Authorized Modifications Labels to service about 20% of those vehicles. Additional labels may be ordered as needed.

Each vehicle requires application of the following labels:

PARTS INFORMATION

Part Number  Description 
04275086AB Authorized Modifications Label

SPECIAL TOOLS

The following existing special tools may be required to perform this repair on 2006 model year vehicles: 

* Part of CH9400 kit.

The following existing special tools may be required to perform this repair on 2005 model year vehicles: 

SERVICE PROCEDURE

A. Reprogram the TCM for 2006 Model Year Vehicles

NOTE: This procedure must be performed with release 7.01 or later. To update your StarSCAN® diagnostic tool via the internet, the StarSCAN software must be at version 7.01 and properly configured to work with your dealership's network.
  1. Open the hood. Install a battery charger and verify that the charging rate provides 13.0 to 13.5 volts. If the battery charger is timer controlled, set the battery charger to continuous charge. Do not allow the charger to time out during the flash process.
    NOTE: Use an accurate stand alone voltmeter. The battery charger volt meter may not be sufficiently accurate. Voltages outside of the specified range will cause an unsuccessful flash.
  2. Connect the CH9410 StarSCAN ethernet cable to the StarSCAN and the dealer's network drop.
  3. Connect the CH9404 StarSCAN vehicle cable to the StarSCAN and the vehicle.
  4. Place the Ignition in the "RUN"  position, then Power "ON"  the StarSCAN.
  5. Retrieve the old TCM part number. With the StarSCAN on the "Home" screen, follow the procedure below:
    1. Select "ECU View" 
    2. Touch the screen to highlight "TCM"  in the list of modules.
    3. Select "More Options"  .
    4. Select "TCM Flash"  .
    5. Record the "Part Number"  displayed at the end of the "Resident flash file for" statement near the top of "Flash TCM"  screen for later reference.
  6. Download the flash file from the internet to the StarSCAN. With the StarSCAN on the "ECU Overview"  screen, follow the procedure below:
    1. Select "Browse for New File".  Follow the on screen instructions.
    2. If the newly downloaded flash file "Part Number" description is the same as the number recorded in Step  e, then the TCM is up to date and no further action is required. If the part number is different, continue with Step 6c.
    3. Highlight the listed calibration on the StarSCAN screen.
    4. Select "Download to Scantool"  .
    5. Select "Close"  after the download is complete, then select "Back" 
    6. Highlight the listed calibration.
    7. Select "Update Controller"  and follow the on screen instructions.
    8. When the update is completed, select "OK"  .
  7. Disconnect the CH9404 StarSCAN vehicle cable from the vehicle. Wait until the StarSCAN screen reads "Vehicle Disconnected"  , then press "OK"  .
  8. Reconnect the CH9404 StarSCAN vehicle cable to the vehicle.
  9. Retrieve the TCM part number. With the StarSCAN on the "Home"  screen, follow the procedure below:
    1. Select "ECU View" 
    2. Touch the screen to highlight "TCM"  in the list of modules.
    3. Select "More Options"  .
    4. Select "TCM Flash"  .
    5. Verify the "Part Number"  (displayed at the end of the "Resident flash file for" statement) has been updated to the new part number. If it has updated, then the flash has been completed successfully.
  10. Perform the TCM "Quicklearn" procedure as follows:
    1. Select "Back"  .
    2. Select "Misc Functions" 
    3. Select "Quicklearn"  .
    4. Follow the screen prompts.
  11. Continue to Section C - Install the Authorized Modifications Label. 
    NOTE: Due to the TCM programming procedure, one or more Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) may be set in other modules (ABS, PCM, BCM, MIC, WCM, etc.) within the vehicle, if so equipped. Some DTC(s) may cause the MIL to illuminate. From the "Home" screen select "System View". Then select "All DTC(s)". Press "Clear All Stored DTC(s)" if there are any DTC(s) shown on the list.

B. Reprogram the TCM for 2005 Model Year Vehicles

NOTE: Whenever a module is reprogrammed, the software in the DRBIII®; must be programmed with revision level 63.10 or later. If this flash process is interrupted or aborted, the flash process must be repeated.
  1. Remove any old flash files from the DRBIII® memory. To clear the memory from the MAIN MENU: 
    1. Simultaneously press the "More"  and "Yes"  keys.
    2. A screen will appear requesting a "Cold Boot"  .
    3. Follow the on screen instructions by selecting the "F4"  key.
    4. When the DRBIII® reboots to the MAIN MENU,  continue to Step #2
  2. Connect the DRBII to the vehicle.
  3. With the ignition switch in the "RUN"  position, determine the original part number of the ECM currently in the vehicle by performing the following steps:
    1. Select "DRBIII® Stand Alone"  at the main screen.
    2. Then select "1998 - 2007 Diagnostics" 
    3. Then select "All (Except Below)"  .
    4. Then select "Transmission"  .
    5. Then select "Transmission Module"  .
    6. Record the "TCM Part Number"  on the repair order for later reference.
  4. Unplug the DRBIII unit from the vehicle.
  5. Connect the DRBIII® to TechCONNECT. Open TechTOOLS and verify that the "DRBIII® Status: Connected"  message is in the upper right corner of the TechTOOLS screen.
  6. Enter the "TCM Part Number"  recorded in Step #3f in the "Parts Criteria" area and select "Show Updates"  . TechTOOLS will populate the appropriate flash file.
  7. If the part number of the latest flash file is the same as the part number recorded in Step  f, continue with Section C - Install the Authorized Modifications Label  .
  8. Select the flash file.
  9. Select the "DRBIII"  radio button which is next to the DOWNLOAD/UPDATE"  button.
  10. Select the "Download/Update"  button.
  11. Monitor the "Flash Download/Update Progress"  window on the TechCONNECT and follow the instructions on TechCONNECT. When the flash process is complete, continue to Step #12.
  12. Disconnect the DRBIII® from TechCONNECT.
  13. Open the hood. Install a battery charger and verify that the charging rate provides 13.0 to 13.5 volts. If the battery charger is timer controlled, set the battery charger to continuous charge. Do not allow the charger to time out during the flash process.
    NOTE: Use an accurate stand alone voltmeter. The battery charger volt meter may not be sufficiently accurate. Voltages outside of the specified range will cause an unsuccessful flash.
  14. Connect the DRBIII® to the vehicle.
  15. Download the TCM flash file from the DRBIII® to the vehicle. Using the DRBIII® select "VEHICLE FLASH"  .
  16. Follow the directions on the DRBIII® screen. When the TCM flash process is complete, continue to Step 17.
  17. Perform the TCM Quicklearn procedure as follows:
    1. Disconnect the DRBIII from the vehicle.
    2. Connect the DRBIII to the vehicle.
    3. Select "Stand Alone"  .
    4. Select "1998 - 2007 Diagnostics"  .
    5. Select "All (Except Below)"  .
    6. Select "Trans & T Case"  .
    7. Select "Trans Module"  .
    8. Select "Misc Functions". 
    9. Select "Quicklearn"  .
    10. Follow the on screen prompts.
  18. Continue to Section C - Install the Authorized Modifications Label 
    NOTE: Due to the TCM programming procedure, DTC(s) may be set in other modules (ECM, TCM, BCM, MIC, SKIM, etc.) within the vehicle, if so equipped. Some DTC(s) may cause the MIL to illuminate. Check all modules using "Module Scan", record the DTC(s), and erase these DTC(s) prior to returning the vehicle to the customer. Erase DTC(s) in the ECM last. Erase DTC(s) in the other modules first.

C. Install the Authorized Modifications Label

  1. Type or print (with a ballpoint pen) the recall number, dealer code and date on the Authorized Modifications Label.
  2. Attach the label near the VECI label and then close the hood.
    G07706435

COMPLETION REPORTING AND REIMBURSEMENT

Claims for vehicles that have been serviced must be submitted on the DealerCONNECT Claim Entry Screen located on the Service tab. Claims submitted will be used by DaimlerChrysler to record recall service completions and provide dealer payments.

Use one of the following labor operation numbers and time allowances:

LABOUR OPERATION NUMBER AND TIME ALLOWANCE

  Labor Operation Number  Time Allowance
TCM Update Previously Performed 18-F3-11-81 0.2 hours
Reprogram TCM (2006) 18-F3-11-82 0.4 hours
  (2005) 0.8 hours
NOTE: See the Warranty Administration Manual, Recall Claim Processing Section, for complete recall claim processing instructions.

DEALER NOTIFICATION

All dealers will receive three copies of this dealer letter by mail. To view this notification on DealerCONNECT, select "Global Recall System" on the Service tab, then click on the description of this notification.

OWNER NOTIFICATION AND SERVICE SCHEDULING

All involved vehicle owners known to DaimlerChrysler are being notified of the service requirement by first class mail. They are requested to schedule appointments for this service with their dealers. A generic copy of the owner letter is attached.

Attached to each owner letter is an Owner Notification postcard to allow owners to update our records if applicable.

VEHICLE LISTS, GLOBAL RECALL SYSTEM, VIP AND DEALER FOLLOW UP

All involved vehicles have been entered into the DealerCONNECT Global Recall System (GRS) and Vehicle Information Plus (VIP) for dealer inquiry as needed.

GRS provides involved dealers with an updated  VIN list of their incomplete  vehicles. The owner's name, address and phone number are listed if known. Completed vehicles are removed from GRS within several days of repair claim submission.

To use this system, click on the "Service"  tab and then click on "Global Recall System."  Your dealer's VIN list for each recall displayed can be sorted by: those vehicles that were unsold at recall launch, those with a phone number, city, zip code, or VIN sequence.

Dealers must perform this repair on all unsold vehicles before retail delivery  . 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

DaimlerChrysler Corporation

OWNER NOTIFICATION LETTER

EMISSIONS RECALL F31 - REPROGRAM TCM FOR AFTERMARKET SCAN TOOL 

Dear: (Name)

DaimlerChrysler has determined that some 2006 Jeep Liberty vehicles equipped with a diesel engine may have an improperly functioning on-board diagnostic system that does not comply with Federal regulations. This recall also involves a small number of 2005 and 2006 model year Jeep Liberty vehicles that had the transmission control module software updated as a service repair.

The problem is...  The Transmission Control Module (TCM) on your vehicle (VIN: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx) was inadvertently programmed with software that may prevent proper communication with some aftermarket scan tools.

What your dealer will do... DaimlerChrysler will repair your vehicle free of charge (parts and labor).  To do this, your dealer will reprogram your vehicle's TCM with new software. The work will take about an hour to complete. However, additional time may be necessary depending on how dealer appointments are scheduled and processed.

What you must do...  Simply contact your dealer  right away to schedule a service appointment. Ask the dealer to hold the part for your vehicle or to order it before your appointment.

If you need help...  If you have questions or concerns which your dealer is unable to resolve, please contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Please help us update our records, by filling out the attached prepaid postcard, if any of the conditions listed on the card apply to you or your vehicle.

If you have already experienced condition and have paid to have it repaired, you may send your original receipts and/or other adequate proof of payment to the following address for reimbursement: DaimlerChrysler, P.O. Box 4639 Oak Ridge, TN 37831, Attention: Reimbursement. Eligibility for this remedial action may not be denied solely on the basis that you used parts not manufactured by DaimlerChrysler Corporation, or had repairs performed by outlets other than DaimlerChrysler franchised dealers.

In order to assure your full protection under the emission warranty provisions, it is recommended that you have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible. Failure to do so could be determined as lack of proper maintenance of your vehicle. Further, without this repair, your vehicle may fail a state or local emission inspection test.

We are sorry for any inconvenience but trust that you understand our interest in clean air. Thank you for your attention to this important matter.

Customer Services Field Operations

DaimlerChrysler Corporation

Notification Code F31

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