# Service bulletin 18\-009\-13

A bulletin is a manufacturer's communication to its dealers, as NHTSA indexes it. The summary is NHTSA's. The document is the manufacturer's: read it at NHTSA. A bulletin is not a recall, and listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned.

- Type: Service bulletin
- NHTSA id: 10216406
- Published by NHTSA: 2022\-07\-25
- Manufacturer's number: 18\-009\-13
- Manufacturer's date: 2013\-02\-22
- NHTSA component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

## NHTSA's summary

Flash: MIL Illumination P1004 \- Short Runner Valve Control Performance This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module \(PCM\) with new software. A small number of 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: P1004 \- Short Runner Valve Control Performance

## The document

- [NHTSA's copy of the document (PDF)](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2013/MC-10216406-0001.pdf)
- [If that address does not open, try this one](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2013/MC-10216406-9999.pdf)

The document is the manufacturer's. This site does not hold it.

## Components

Electrical system, Lighting

## Trouble codes named

P1004

## Vehicles listed

- 2012 DODGE RAM 2500

## Recalls for the same vehicles and component

- [16V739000](/recalls/nhtsa/16V739000.md), 2016-10-13: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR

## Other bulletins for the same vehicles and component

- [106241](/bulletins/11021585.md), 2025-08-06, Service bulletin: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. LAMP \- DOME
- [104974](/bulletins/11019776.md), 2025-06-26, Service bulletin: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. LAMP \- DOME
- [103774](/bulletins/11017451.md), 2025-05-01, Service bulletin: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. LAMP \- DOME
- [S2408000078](/bulletins/11004993.md), 2024-07-22, Service bulletin: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Replacement Totally Integrated Power Module \(TIPM\) Displays Incorrect Vehicle Identification Number \(VIN\) Current and Active
- [9100226](/bulletins/10248509.md), 2024-01-08, Service bulletin: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service Library that is causing the incorrect repair kit part number to populate. Please use the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website until this issue is resolved.
- [9100226](/bulletins/10244348.md), 2023-10-30, Service bulletin: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING. Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service Library that is causing the incorrect repair kit part number to populate. Please use the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website until this issue is resolved.
- [1801214](/bulletins/10229947.md), 2023-01-17, Service bulletin: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN. \(PCM\) with new software
- [1805014](/bulletins/10229886.md), 2023-01-17, Service bulletin: POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: Drone or Vibration Present During MDS Operation This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module \(PCM\) with new software. New PCM software is being released to address a customer?s concern of a drone or vibration type condition while driving at highway speeds during MDS \(Multiple Displacement System\) operation.In addition, the following powertrain system improvements/enhancements are also included in this software release: Improved Electronic Voltage Regulator control to more precisely maintain system voltage. Enhanced Automatic Oil Change Indicator\(EAOCI\) system improvements to switch to a severe duty cycle algorithm anytime the PCM is replaced to ensure the customer receives a timely oil change required message. \(Only applies to vehicles using a block heater in ambient temperatures greater than \-20°F\(\-29°C\)\).
- [9003081](/bulletins/10229871.md), 2023-01-17, Service bulletin: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Dielectric Grease This product is no longer approved for use on ignition coil and spark plug boots. Current plug boot material\(silicone\) is not compatible with this grease and can cause deterioration over time.
- [9003968](/bulletins/10229252.md), 2023-01-09, Service bulletin: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. CONDENSER, Air Conditioning CONDITION 1: If it is determined that the A/C compressor does not engage due to a refrigerant leak at the receiver/drier plug on the A/C condenser, order the receiver/drier plug kit P/N 68447796A$ and follow the repair instructions included on the instruction sheet. CONDITION 2: For stock at the dealership of the below Part Number level or older ONLY, use kit 68447796A$ to change the desiccant BAG and the desiccant bag access PLUG before installing the Cooler on the vehicle. 52014588AD level and older only. 52014609AC level and older only. 52014632AC level and older only. 52014797AG level and older only. 52014948AE level and older only. 52014978AF level and older only.

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