Date: March 2006
Models:
2003 - 2004 (DR) Dodge Ram Pickup Truck
2005 (DH) Dodge Ram Pickup Truck
NOTE: This recall applies only to the above vehicles equipped with a 5.9L diesel engine (“6” or “C" in the 8th VIN Position) and an automatic transmission (sales code DGP or DG8).
IMPORTANT: Some of the involved vehicles may be in distributor/dealer used vehicle inventory. Distributors/Dealers should complete this recall service on these vehicles before retail delivery. Distributors/Dealers should also perform this recall on vehicles in for service. Involved vehicles can be determined by using the VIP inquiry process.
Subject:
In certain circumstances when a driver has not placed the shifter lever fully into the “Park” position and leaves the engine running, the vehicle may unexpectedly move rearward after seeming to be stable. Unintended rearward movement of a vehicle could injure those in and/or near the vehicle.
Repair:
An Out-of-Park alarm system must be installed on the vehicle. The alarm system will beep the horn and flash the headlamps and shift indicator if a driver tries to exit a running vehicle without fully placing the shifter into the “Park” position.
Parts Information:
No parts are required to perform this service procedure.
Special Tools:
The following existing special tools may be required to perform this repair:
* CH6000A DRBIII Scan Tool
* CH7000A Flash Cable (Visually identified as having a red connector on the tool end of cable.)
* CH7035B Data Cable (part of CH2002 cable assembly)
* NPN TechCONNECT PC
* CH7025 Power Cable
Service Procedure:
Reprogram the Cab Control Node (CCN) Module and Front Control Module (FCM).
The DealerCONNECT System, DRB III® (Diagnostic Readout Box scan tool), CH7000A flash cable and CH7035B data cable are required to perform this repair. Do not attempt to perform the flash procedure using an outdated CH7000/CH7001 flash cable.
NOTE: Whenever a controller is programmed, the software in the DRBIII must be programmed with the latest revision level available.
1. Using a CH7025 cable, connect the DRBIII to the external power supply.
2. Before beginning the reprogramming procedure, remove any old flash reprogramming files from the DRBIII memory. To clear the memory:
a. Start at the "MAIN MENU" screen and simultaneously press the "More" and "Yes" keys.
b. A screen will appear requesting a “Cold Boot”.
c. Follow the on screen instructions by selecting the "F4" key.
d. When the DRBIII reboots to the MAIN MENU, proceed to Step #3.
3. Using a CH7035B cable, connect the DRBIII to TechCONNECT.
4. Open “TechTOOLS” and verify that the “DRBIII Status: Connected” message is in the upper right corner of the TechTOOLS screen.
5. In the criteria box on the TechCONNECT screen, enter the last 9 digits of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), or use the Y.M.E. session function.
6. Click on the “Show Updates” button at the bottom of the TechCONNECT screen.
7. For 2003 models there will be three flash files available for this recall.
Download all three flash files by depressing the control key on the TechCONNECT keyboard and then selecting the three flashes listed below.
* 56049681AC / 56051036AF flashes are for the FCM.
* MIC02DRV38 flash is for the CCN.
NOTE: Only two of the three flash files downloaded to the DRBIII will be used. The DRBIII will automatically select the correct flash for the FCM based on the FCM part number in the vehicle.
8. For 2004 - 2005 models there will be two flashes available for this recall.
Depress the control key on the TechCONNECT keyboard and then select the two flashes listed below.
* 56051036AF flash is for the FCM.
* MICDRV0052 flash is for the CCN.
9. Click on the “Download/Update” button on the bottom of the TechCONNECT screen.
10. Monitor the “Flash Download/Update Progress” window on the TechCONNECT and follow the instructions on TechCONNECT. When the flash process is complete, proceed to Step 11.
11. Disconnect the DRBIII from TechCONNECT and the external power supply.
12. Inspect the radio face plate. The radio sales code is printed on the face of the radio (Figure 1). If the vehicle is equipped with an “RAZ” radio, it must be removed from the instrument panel and completely disconnected to eliminate the possibility of any electronic communication between the radio and the instrument cluster during the flash procedure.
13. Vehicles equipped with a “RAZ” radio: remove the ABS module fuse (#35) from the Power Distribution Center (PDC) (Refer to the bottom of the PDC cover for fuse location). This will prevent any communication between the ABS module and the instrument cluster during the flash procedure.
CAUTION: The flash process will fail if you are attempting to flash a “RAZ” radio equipped vehicle without disconnecting the radio and removing the ABS module fuse as outlined in Steps 12 and 13.
14. Install a battery charger and verify that the charging rate provides approximately 13.5 volts. The charger needs to be charging the battery for the entire flash session.
15. Connect the DRBIII to the vehicle.
16. Turn the ignition key to the “RUN” position.
17. Download the flashes from the DRBIII to the vehicle.
NOTE: On 2003 model vehicles, the DRBIII will select the correct flash for the FCM based on the FCM part number in the vehicle.
Using the DRBIII:
a. Select “Vehicle Flash”.
b. Follow the directions on the DRBIII screen. When the flash process is complete, proceed to Step 18.
18. If removed, install fuse #35 into the PCD.
19. If the radio was removed, reconnect all radio connections, install the radio and radio bezel.
20. Due to the programming procedure, a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) may be set in other modules (PCM, TCM, BCM, 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 any DTC’s in the PCM only after all other modules have had their DTC’s erased.
21. Disconnect the DRBIII scan tool from the vehicle.
22. Turn off the battery charger and disconnect it from the vehicle.
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 the following labor operation number and time allowance:
Labor Operation Time Allowance
Update Previously Performed 18–E1–71–81 0.2 hours
Reprogram CCN Module and FCM Module 18–E1–71–82 0.7 hours
Related Operation
Remove and Install Radio (sales code RAZ only) 18–E1–71–50 0.2 hours
NOTE: See the Warranty Administration Manual, Recall Claim Processing Section, for complete recall claim processing instructions.
Distributor/Dealer Notification and Vehicle List:
Regional offices will receive an electronic list of involved vehicles. The Vehicle List is arranged by Distributor/Dealer code and in Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) sequence. The lists are for Distributor/Dealer reference in arranging for service of involved vehicles.
Owner Notification and Service Scheduling
All involved vehicle owners should be notified of the service requirement by their Distributor/Dealer. Owners are requested to schedule appointments for this service.
Vehicle Lists, Global Recall System, VIP and Distributor/Dealer Follow Up
All involved vehicles have been entered into the Global Recall System (GRS) and Vehicle Information Plus (VIP) for Distributor/Dealer inquiry as needed.
GRS provides involved Distributors/Dealers with an updated VIN list of their incomplete vehicles. Completed vehicles are removed from GRS within several days of repair claim submission.
Distributors/Dealers must perform this repair on all unsold vehicles before retail delivery. Distributors/Dealers should also use the VIN list to follow up with all owners to schedule appointments for this repair.
Additional Information
If you have any questions or need assistance in completing this action, please contact your International Service and Parts Manager.
International Service and Parts DaimlerChrysler Corporation
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