FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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C. Reprogram the PCM

1. Inspect the PCM barcode label and record the PCM part number.

^ If the PCM part number is 05293318, 05293319, 04796363, 04796364, 05293321, 05293322 or 05269641, the PCM can NOT be reprogrammed and must be replaced. Continue with Section E -- Replace PCM.

^ If the part number is not one of the above listed numbers or if the barcode label is missing or illegible, continue with Step 2.

2. Connect the MDS (Mopar Diagnostic System) and the DRB III(R) (Scan Tool) to the vehicle and power them up.

NOTE:
The Mopar Diagnostic System is required to perform the PCM flash. The system must be operating with RELEASE 21 or higher and TIL CD RELEASE 1169 or higher must be installed.

3. Use the arrow keys and select # 2 -- MDS DIAGNOSTICS on the DRB III MAIN MENU Screen.

4. Use the arrow keys and select DIAGNOSTICS MENU on the MDS, then press NEXT MENU.

5. Use the arrow keys and select VEHICLE CONTROLLER PROGRAMMING on the MDS, then press NEXT MENU.

6. Use the arrow keys and select PROGRAMMING OF ALL OTHER CONTROLLERS USING MDS & DRB III on the MDS, then press NEXT MENU.

7. Follow the steps presented on the MDS and DRB III which will allow the DRB III to obtain the current part number of the PCM.

8. The MDS will display the part number of the PCM on the vehicle and the appropriate replacement part number, then press NEXT MENU to begin programming.

^ If the PCM on the vehicle can NOT be programmed, a NO UPDATES AVAILABLE message will be displayed. If the part number of the PCM displayed on the MDS is 05293318, 05293319, 04796363, 04796364, 05293321, 05293322 or 05269641, the PCM can NOT be reprogrammed and must be replaced. Order the appropriate replacement PCM as listed in the PARTS section and continue with Section E -- Replace PCM.

9. The MDS and DRB III will prompt the operator for any action needed during the remainder of the programming process.