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Instruments - Cluster Initialization Procedure

NUMBER: 08-003-06

GROUP: Electrical

DATE: January 18, 2006

SUBJECT:
Instrument Cluster Initialization

MODELS:

2004 - 2006 (ZH) Crossfire Coupe/Crossfire Roadster





SPECIAL TOOLS/EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:

NOTE:
An updated J1962 cable has been released. This cable has a red colored connector at the DRBIII(R) connection. Use this cable whenever a flash is being performed.

DISCUSSION:
When replacing the instrument cluster, the replacement instrument cluster must be initialized in order for the mileage to be displayed.

To initialize the cluster use the scan tool (DRBIII(R)) starting at the Main Menu select:

1. "System Select"

2. "Body"

3. "Instrument Cluster (IC)

4. "Miscellaneous Functions"

5. "Module Service Replacement" - Follow the on screen instructions

6. At the "Miscellaneous Tests - Transmission Range Indicator" screen select:

a. "1 > Active" for vehicles with an Automatic Transmission

b. "2 > Not Active" for vehicles with a Manual Transmission

POLICY:
Information Only

Disclaimer:
This bulletin is supplied as technical information only and is not an authorization for repair.