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June 16, 2016 Service bulletin

Flash: 3.6L and 5.7L Powertrain Diagnostic And System Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming...

Ram technical service bulletin 18-006-16 REV. A for 2016 Ram 1500.

Bulletin number
18-006-16 REV. A
Component
Electrical system
Summary
Flash: 3.6L and 5.7L Powertrain Diagnostic And System Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. Some customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): · P0335 - Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit. · P2610 - PCM Internal Engine Off Timer Performance. (5.7L only). · P0456 - EVAP System Small Leak. · P1D73 - Active Grill Shutter (AGS) Performance. In addition to the above DTCs, this software release also includes: · Improved shift quality during initial operations of a vehicle in cold ambient temperatures. (5.7L only). · Improved key-on engine-off oil pressure lamp behavior.

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