Engine Controls - MIL ON/DTC P2609 Set
NUMBER: 18-037-08GROUP: Vehicle Performance
DATE: October 15, 2008
THE StarSCAN(R) FLASH FILES FOR THIS BULLETIN ARE AVAILABLE VIA THE INTERNET.
StarSCAN(R) SOFTWARE LEVEL MUST BE AT RELEASE 9.03 OR HIGHER.
StarMOBILE DESKTOP CLIENT -OR- StarMOBILE STANDALONE MODE MAY ALSO BE USED TO PERFORM THE FLASH.
SUBJECT:
FLASH: DTC P2609 - Intake Air Heater System Performance
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software.
MODELS:
2006 - 2007 D1/DH/DR Ram Truck
NOTE:
This bulletin applies to vehicles equipped with a 5.9L Cummins Diesel Engine (sale code ETH).
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
The customer may experience MIL illumination. Further investigation by the technician may find DTC - P2609 - Intake Air Heater System Performance.
DIAGNOSIS:
Using a Scan Tool (StarSCAN(R)) with the appropriate Diagnostic Procedures available in TechCONNECT, verify all engine systems are functioning as designed. If DTC's other than the one listed above are present record them on the repair order and repair as necessary before proceeding further with this bulletin.
If the above symptom/condition is experienced, perform the Repair Procedure.
PARTS REQUIRED:
SPECIAL TOOLS / EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:
REPAIR PROCEDURE - USING THE INTERNET TO RETRIEVE THE FLASH FILE:
NOTE:
If this flash process is interrupted/aborted, the flash should be restarted.
1. Reprogram the PCM with the latest software. Follow the detailed service procedures available in DealerCONNECT/TechCONNECT, Refer To Group 8 - Electrical > 8E - Electronic Control Modules - Service Information > Module - Engine Control, Diesel > Standard Procedure> PCM/ECM Reprogramming - Diesel.
2. Type the necessary information on the "Authorized Modification Label" and attach it near the VECI label.
POLICY:
Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.
TIME ALLOWANCE:
FAILURE CODE:
Disclaimer:
This bulletin is supplied as technical information only and is not an authorization for repair.