Service bulletin 18-083-16
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| Type | Service bulletin |
|---|---|
| NHTSA id | 10121665 |
| Published by NHTSA | 2017-11-03 |
| Manufacturer's number | 18-083-16 |
| Manufacturer's date | 2016-07-12 |
| NHTSA component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING; POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
NHTSA's summary
Flash: Powertrain Diagnostic and System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) has been set: · **U0140 - Lost Communication With Body Control Module (TIPM). (2012 PM vehicle). The following software enhancements are also available: · Cruise control enhancements. (2012 PM vehicle).** · Improvement to reduce a long crank time when temperatures are between -17°C (0° F) and 10°C (50° F) after an 8 hour soak time (Sales Code ECN).
The document
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Components
Electrical system, Lighting, Transmission and driveline
Trouble codes named
U0140
| DODGE CALIBER | 2011, 2012 |
|---|---|
| JEEP COMPASS | 2011, 2012 |
Listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned: the document says which.
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