Instruments - No Start/Weak Battery/Gauge Activity
NUMBER: 08-052-06GROUP: Electrical
DATE: December 15, 2006
SUBJECT:
Flash: No Start, Weak Battery, Gauge Activity With Ignition Key Out Of Vehicle
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves Flash Reprogramming the Instrument Cluster, Cabin Compartment Node (CCN).
NOTE:
The StarMOBILE(TM) in standalone mode cannot be used for the flash.
MODELS:
2007 (PM) Caliber
NOTE:
This bulletin applies to vehicles built on or before September 17, 2006 (MDH 0917XX).
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
A CCN with the this condition can be identified by watching the gauge pointers. Open the Driver's door, get in vehicle, remove ignition key and close the drivers door. After 30 seconds (+/- 5 seconds) the gauge needles will go from the zero position to the park position (below 0). If the CCN wakes itself up, indicated by the gauge pointers going to the zero position again and then parking after 30 seconds then the CCN needs to be flashed with the updated software.
DIAGNOSIS:
Using a Scan Tool (StarSCAN(R)) with TechCONNECT and the appropriate Diagnostic Procedures, verify all systems are functioning as designed. If DTC's are present, record them on the repair order and repair as necessary before proceeding further with this bulletin.
If the customer describes the Symptom/Condition and there are no other IOD issues, perform the Repair Procedure.
SPECIAL TOOLS/EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:
REPAIR PROCEDURE - USING THE INTERNET TO RETRIEVE THE FLASH FILE:
NOTE:
The StarMOBILE(TM) in standalone mode cannot be used for the flash.
NOTE:
USE THE StarSCAN(R) TO PERFORM THIS PROCEDURE.
NOTE:
Before performing this Repair Procedure, the operating software in the StarSCAN(R); must be programmed with software release level 7.02 SP3 or higher. The software release level is visible in the blue header at the top of the StarSCAN(R) screen.
NOTE:
The StarSCAN(R) diagnostic scan tool fully supports Internet connectivity. However, to take advantage of this feature you must first configure the StarSCAN(R) for your dealership's network. Make sure the StarSCAN(R) is configured to the dealership's network before proceeding. For instruction on setting up your StarSCAN(R) for the dealer's network refer to either: "DealerCONNECT > Service > StarSCAN and StarMOBILE tools > Online Documentation", or refer to the StarSCAN(R) Quick Start Networking Guide. The StarSCAN(R) Quick Start Networking Guide is also available on the website under the "Download Center".
NOTE:
If this flash process is interrupted/aborted, the flash should be restarted.
1. Install a battery charger and verify that the charging rate provides approximately 13.5 volts. Set the battery charger to continuous charge. Do not allow the charger to time out during the flash process. Remove the charger from the battery when the flash process is complete.
2. Connect the CH9410 StarSCAN(R) ethernet cable to the StarSCAN(R) and the dealer's network drop.
3. Connect the CH9404 StarSCAN(R) vehicle cable to the StarSCAN(R) and the vehicle data link connector (DLC).
4. Power ON the StarSCAN(R).
5. Select "ECU View"
6. Touch the screen to highlight the CCN in the list of modules.
7. Select "More Options"
8. Select "ECU Flash".
9. Record the "Part Number", displayed on the "Flash CCN" screen, for later reference.
10. Select "Browse for New File". Follow the on screen instructions.
11. Highlight the listed CCN calibration.
12. Select "Download to Scantool".
13. Select "Close" after the download is complete, then select "Back".
14. Select "Update Controller". Follow the on screen instructions.
Disclaimer:
This bulletin is supplied as technical information only and is not an authorization for repair.