Flash: Drivetrain Control Module (DTCM) System Improvements (03-006-16)

WARNING: This page is about the 300 Base, 4WD, Gas, which is a different variant/trim than selected.

Publication date: 2016-10-19
Reference number: 03-006-16

FLASH: DRIVETRAIN CONTROL MODULE (DTCM) SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN

Reference Number(s): 03-006-16, Date of Issue: October 19, 2016

CHRYSLER:	2014 - 2015 Chrysler 300 (LX), Dodge Charger (LD)
GROUP:	Differential & Driveline

NOTE: FOR HELP WITH USING wiTECH FOR ECU FLASH REPROGRAMMING, CLICK ON THE APPLICATION'S "HELP" TAB.
THE wiTECH SOFTWARE IS REQUIRED TO BE AT THE LATEST RELEASE BEFORE PERFORMING THIS PROCEDURE.

SUBJECT

Flash: Drivetrain Control Module (DTCM) System Improvements

OVERVIEW

This bulletin involves reprogramming the Drivetrain Control Module (DTCM) with the latest available software.

MODELS

MODELS CHART

2014 - 2015	(LX)	Chrysler 300
2014 - 2015	(LD)	Dodge Charger

NOTE: This bulletin applies to vehicles within the following markets/countries: NAFTA.

NOTE: This bulletin applies to vehicles equipped with Active T/Case W/Front Axle Disconnect (Sales Code DKB).

SYMPTOM/CONDITION

Some vehicles may experience a noise coming from the transfer case in the 64-73 kph (40-45 mph) range.

DIAGNOSIS

Using a Scan Tool (wiTECH) with the appropriate Diagnostic Procedures available in TechCONNECT, verify all related systems are functioning as designed. If any Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) or symptom conditions, other than the symptom condition listed above are present, record the issues on the repair order and repair as necessary before proceeding further with this bulletin.

If the customer describes the symptom/condition listed above, perform the REPAIR PROCEDURE .

REPAIR PROCEDURE

NOTE: Install a battery charger to ensure battery voltage does not drop below 13.2 volts. Do not allow the charging voltage to climb above 13.5 volts during the flash process.

NOTE: If this flash process is interrupted/aborted, the flash should be restarted.

Reprogram the DTCM with the latest software. Detailed instructions for flashing control modules using the wiTECH Diagnostic Application are available by selecting the application's "HELP" tab.
Clear any DTCs that may have been set in any module due to reprogramming. The wiTECH application will automatically present all DTCs after the flash and allow them to be cleared

POLICY

Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.

TIME ALLOWANCE

TIME ALLOWANCE CHART

Labor Operation No:	Description	Skill Category	Amount
18-19-07-9K	Module, Drivetrain Control (DTCM) - Reprogram (0 - Introduction)	1 - Engine Repair And Performance	0.2 Hrs.

NOTE: The expected completion time for the flash download portion of this procedure is approximately 2 minutes. Actual flash download times may be affected by vehicle connection and network apabilities.

FAILURE CODE

The dealer must choose which failure code to use. If the customer came in with an issue and if the dealer finds a software update to correct that issue, use failure code CC, for all other use failure code RF.

If the customer's concern matches the SYMPTOM/CONDITION identified in the Service Bulletin, failure code CC is to be used.
If an available flash is completed while addressing a different customer concern, failure code RF is to be used.

FAILURE CODE CHART

CC	Customer Concern
RF	Routine Flash