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July 12, 2016 Service bulletin

Flash: Powertrain Diagnostic and System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain...

Jeep technical service bulletin 18-083-16 for 2011-2012 Jeep Compass and 2011-2012 Dodge Caliber.

Bulletin number
18-083-16
Component
Electrical system
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).

Owners of these vehicles have filed 73 complaints in the electrical category.

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