Instruments - EVIC Displays Extra Characters
NUMBER: 08-022-05GROUP: Electrical
DATE: April 27, 2005
SUBJECT:
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Displays Extra Characters
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves flash reprogramming the Cluster Compartment Node (CCN).
MODELS:
2006 (LX) 300/300 SRT8/Magnum
NOTE:
This bulletin applies to vehicles built with a 5.7L or 6.1L Engine (sales code EZB or ESF built on or between Mar. 18, 2005 and Apr. 22, 2005 (MDH 0318XX - 0422XX).
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
Extra characters are displayed in the Oil Temperature and Oil Pressure Display under the System Information in the EVIC, see (Fig. 1) and (Fig. 2).
DIAGNOSIS:
Using the steering wheel switches to navigate through the EVIC displays, press the menu button until System Information is displayed and then press the up/down arrow button until the oil temperature and/or oil pressure display appears. If the extraneous characters shown in the illustration appear, then the Cluster Compartment Node (CCN) software needs to be flash updated.
SPECIAL TOOLS/EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:
REPAIR PROCEDURE - USING THE INTERNET TO RETRIEVE THE FLASH FILE:
NOTE:
The StarSCAN(R) must be at version 5.02 or higher before the "Using The Internet To Retrieve The Flash File" repair procedure can be performed.
NOTE:
The StarSCAN(R) diagnostic scan tool fully supports Internet connectivity. However, in order to take advantage of this feature you must first configure the StarSCAN(R) for your dealership's network. For instruction on setting up your StarSCAN(R) for the dealer's network; refer to the StarSCAN(R) Quick Start Networking Guide available on the www.dcctools.com website under the "download center".
NOTE:
Make sure the StarSCAN(R) is configured to the dealership's network before proceeding.
NOTE:
If this flash process is interrupted/aborted, the flash should be restarted.
1. Connect the CH9410 StarSCAN(R) ethernet cable to the StarSCAN(R) and the dealer's network drop (optional).
2. Connect the CH9404 StarSCAN(R) vehicle cable to the StarSCAN(R) and the vehicle.
3. Power ON the StarSCAN(R).
4. Retrieve the old CCN part number. Using the StarSCAN(R) at the "Home" screen:
a. Select "ECU View"
b. Touch the screen to highlight the CCN in the list of modules.
c. Record the "Part Number", displayed on the "ECU Overview" screen, for later reference.
5. Connect the CH9410 StarSCAN(R) ethernet cable to the StarSCAN(R) and the dealer's network drop (if not already connected).
6. Download the flash file from the internet to the StarSCAN(R). Using the StarSCAN(R) at the "Home" screen:
a. Select "Flash Download"
b. Select "Use connected vehicle" (StarSCAN(R) must be connected to the vehicle) or "Enter information manually" (connection to the vehicle is not necessary). Press the "Next" button and follow the on screen instructions.
c. Select the appropriate calibration.
d. Select "Download to Scantool".
e. Select "Close" after the download is complete.
7. Connect the CH9404 StarSCAN(R) vehicle cable to the StarSCAN(R) and the vehicle (if not already connected).
8. Open the hood, install a battery charger and verify that the charging rate provides approximately 13.5 volts.
9. Download the file from StarSCAN(R) to the vehicle. Using StarSCAN(R) at the "Home" screen:
a. Select "ECU View".
b. Browse the list of ECUs using the scroll arrows. Highlight the CCN.
c. Select "More Options".
d. Select "ECU Flash".
e. Highlight the appropriate CCN "Calibration" from the list.
f. Select "Update Controller".
g. When update is completed, select "OK".
NOTE:
Due to the CCN programming procedure, a DTC may be set in other modules (TCM, BCM, MIC, SKREEM, etc.) within the vehicle, if so equipped. Some DTC's may cause the MIL to illuminate. From the "Home" screen select "System View". Then select "All DTCs". Press "Clear All Stored DTCs" if there are any DTCs shown on the list.
REPAIR PROCEDURE - USING SOFTWARE UPDATE CD TO RETRIEVE THE FLASH FILE:
NOTE:
Before flashing this module, make sure the StarSCAN(R) is operating at 5.02 or later. The flash file will be available on the NEXT StarSCAN(R) update CD received AFTER CD 5.04.
NOTE:
If this flash process is interrupted/aborted, the flash should be restarted.
NOTE:
For detailed information on the operation of the StarSCAN(R), refer to the Quick Reference documentation provided in the StarSCAN(R) documentation kit. In addition, more recent information may also be available at the www.dcctools.com website. Look under "Training Aids" and also under "Download Center > Frequently Asked Questions" for more help.
1. Connect the CH9404 StarSCAN(R) vehicle cable to the StarSCAN(R) and the vehicle.
2. Power ON the StarSCAN(R).
3. Retrieve the old CCN part number. Using the StarSCAN(R) at the "Home" screen:
a. Select "ECU View"
b. Touch the screen to highlight the CCN in the list of modules.
c. Record the "Part Number", displayed on the "ECU Overview" screen, for later reference.
4. Insert the USB Key, into the USB port on the TechCONNECT or equivalent PC (Fig. 3).
5. Insert the StarSCAN(R) Software Update CD into the TechCONNECT or equivalent PC. The StarSCAN(R) Software Update CD will start automatically.
a. Select "Controller Flash".
b. Follow the on screen instructions.
6. At the "Select the type of information you wish to enter." screen:
a. If the old "Part Number" was recorded in Step # 3, proceed to Step # 7.
b. If the old "Part Number" is not known, proceed to Step # 8.
7. Select "Enter part number".
a. Follow the on screen instructions. Enter the "Part Number" (use capital letters) recorded in Step # 3 when prompted to do so. Follow the on screen instructions. Select "Next" after each step. Select "Finish" after completing the last step.
b. Proceed to Step # 9.
8. Select "Enter YME Information".
a. Follow the on screen instructions. Select "Next" after each step. Select "Finish" after completing the last step.
b. Proceed to Step # 9.
9. Using the mouse highlight the appropriate "Calibration".
a. Select "Save to USB".
b. Follow the on screen instructions. Select "Next" # after each step. Select "Finish" after completing the last step.
10. With the StarSCAN(R) powered OFF, connect the USB Key and Gender Changer to the StarSCAN(R) USB port (Fig. 4).
11. Open the hood, install a battery charger and verify that the charging rate provides approximately 13.5 volts.
12. Connect the StarSCAN(R) to the vehicle (if not already connected).
13. Power ON the StarSCAN(R).
14. Download the file from the USB key to the StarSCAN(R). Using the StarSCAN(R) at the "Home" screen:
a. Select "Flash Download".
b. Select "Use USB device".
c. Follow the on screen instructions. Select "Next" # after each step. Select "Finish" after completing the last step.
d. At the "Flash File List" screen, highlight the CCN "Calibration".
e. Select "Download to Scantool".
f. When the download is complete, select "Close".
15. Download the file from the StarSCAN(R) to the vehicle. Using the StarSCAN(R) at the "Home" screen:
a. Select "ECU View".
b. Browse the list of ECUs using the scroll arrows. Highlight the CCN.
c. Select "More Options".
d. Select "ECU Flash".
e. Highlight the appropriate CCN "Calibration" from the list.
f. Select "Update Controller".
g. When update is completed, select "OK".
NOTE:
Due to the CCN programming procedure, a DTC may be set in other modules (TCM, BCM, MIC, SKREEM, etc.) within the vehicle, if so equipped. Some DTC's may cause the MIL to illuminate. From the "Home" screen select "System View". Then select "All DTCs". Press "Clear All Stored DTCs" if there are any DTCs shown on the list.
POLICY:
Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.
TIME ALLOWANCE
FAILURE CODE
Disclaimer
This bulletin is supplied as technical information only and is not a authorization for repair.