Liftgate - Doesn't Unlock If RKE is Activated Quickly
NUMBER: 08-051-06GROUP: Electrical
DATE: December 15, 2006
SUBJECT:
Flash - Cabin Compartment Node (CCN) - Liftgate Does Not Unlock If RKE Is Activated Too Quickly
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves Flash Reprogramming the Instrument Cluster, Cabin Compartment Node (CCN).
MODELS:
2006-2007 (PT) PT Cruiser
NOTE: This bulletin applies to vehicles built with Remote Keyless Entry, Sales Code JPF.
SPECIAL TOOLS/EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:
DISCUSSION:
In situations where a customer unlocks the vehicle using the Remote Keyless Transmitter, depressing the unlock button twice very quickly, All of the doors will unlock except the liftgate. This will only occur if the unlock button is depressed twice in less than 1/2 second. This Flash will correct this timing issue allowing the liftgate to open with the rest of the doors
REPAIR PROCEDURE - USING THE INTERNET TO RETRIEVE THE FLASH FILE:
NOTE:
USE THE StarSCAN(R) TO PERFORM THIS PROCEDURE.
NOTE:
Before performing this Repair Procedure, the operating software in the
StarSCAN(R); must be programmed with software release level 7.01 or higher.
The software release level is visible in the blue header at the top of the StarSCAN(R) screen.
NOTE:
The StarSCAN(R) diagnostic scan tool fully supports Internet connectivity. However, to take advantage of this feature you must first configure the StarSCAN(R) for your dealership's network. Make sure the StarSCAN(R) is configured to the dealership's network before proceeding. For instruction on setting up your StarSCAN(R) for the dealer's network refer to either: "DealerCONNECT > Service > StarSCAN and StarMOBILE tools > Online Documentation", or refer to the StarSCAN(R) Quick Start Networking Guide. The StarSCAN(R) Quick Start Networking Guide is also available on the website under the "Download Center".
NOTE:
If this flash process is interrupted/aborted, the flash should be restarted.
1. Install a battery charger and verify that the charging rate provides approximately 13.5 volts. Set the battery charger to continuous charge. Do not allow the charger to time out during the flash process. Remove the charger from the battery when the flash process is complete.
2. Connect the CH9410 StarSCAN(R) ethernet cable to the StarSCAN(R) and the dealer's network drop.
3. Connect the CH9404 StarSCAN(R) vehicle cable to the StarSCAN� and the vehicle data link connector (DLC).
4. Power ON the StarSCAN(R).
5. Select "ECU View"
6. Touch the screen to highlight the CCN in the list of modules.
7. Select "More Options"
8. Select "ECU Flash".
9. Record the "Part Number", displayed on the "Flash CCN" screen, for later reference.
10. Select "Browse for New File". Follow the on screen instructions.
11. Highlight the listed CCN calibration.
12. Select "Download to Scantool".
13. Select "Close" after the download is complete, then select "Back".
14. Select "Update Controller". Follow the on screen instructions.
15. When the CCN update is complete, select "OK". update is complete, select "OK".
16. Verify that the part number changed at the top of the "Flash CCN" screen.
NOTE:
Due to the CCN programming procedure, a DTC may be set in other modules (TCM, BCM, 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 an authorization for repair.