Jeep JK TSB & Recalls
TSB - Flash: Torque Converter Shudder Or 1-2, 2-3 or 3-4 Upshift Bumps
This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software and replacing the torque converter as required.
TSB - Flash: Torque Converter Shudder / Shift Quality Improvements / DTC P0732 - REV. B
OVERVIEW: This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software and replacing the torque converter as required.
TSB - Leak At Steering Damper Due To Orientation Of Damper Rod To Vehicle
OVERVIEW: This bulletin involves replacement of the steering damper per latest orientation of the damper.
TSB - Wind-Like Sound At A-Pillar Of Windshield Frame
OVERVIEW: This bulletin involves sealing the windshield frame underneath the reinforcement brackets.
TSB - FLASH: DTC’s C121A / C2205 - Steering Angle Sensor - Not Initialized / Internal
OVERVIEW: This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Steering Angle Sensor (SAS) with new software.
TSB - Difficulty Releasing Soft Top Plastic Edge Retainers From B-Pillar Area Of Door Frame
OVERVIEW: This bulletin involves trimming material from a section of the plastic retainer, used to secure the edges of the soft top to the door frame, in the immediate area of the B-Pillar.
TSB - Fluid Flushing Requirements
DISCUSSION: Chrysler Group vehicle fluid systems do NOT require regular flushing. These systems include: engine oil, transmission oil, axle lube, brake fluid, power steering fluid, and refrigerant. The only exception to this requirement are published in the vehicle maintenance schedules, e.g. engine coolant.
TSB - FLASH: ESP System May Prematurely Activate Momentarily When Negotiating A Curve
OVERVIEW: This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module with new software.
TSB - Squeal-Like Sound Due To Incorrect Pre-Load On Clutch Throw-Out Bearing
OVERVIEW: This bulletin involves diagnosing the clutch throw-out bearing for an incorrect pre-load condition and making the appropriate repairs.
TSB - Oil Canning, Popping, or Thumping-Like Sound From Front Passenger Area During Body
OVERVIEW: This bulletin involves creating two depressions in the front floor pan at the transmission tunnel area to reduce panel flex.
Safety Recall F50 Reprogram ABS Control Module
SUBJECT: The software programmed into the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) control module on about 50,600 of the above vehicles may cause the rear brakes to lock up during certain braking conditions. This could result in a loss of vehicle control and cause a crash without warning.
TSB - Four Door Wrangler - Cargo Lamp May Fail To Stay Illuminated
OVERVIEW: This bulletin involves correcting the orientation of a wire terminal in a harness connector to the cargo lamp.
TSB - Automatic Transmission Diagnostic Tear Down Procedure
OVERVIEW: This bulletin provides a procedure to determine repair versus replacement of an automatic transmission assembly. Follow the proper repair procedure based on the transmission type. This procedure is to be used after the transmission has been removed from the vehicle.
TSB - Passenger Air Bag Deactivation
DISCUSSION: DaimlerChrysler Corporation is now offering a passenger airbag deactivation wiring package for the selected vehicles listed above. The wiring package is a kit containing all necessary parts and a detailed instruction sheet. In the U.S., under the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's rule, consumers will be authorized for airbag deactivation by claiming they meet any of several criteria.
TSB - NAV Radio Video Disable
DISCUSSION: Due to certain state regulations, a function for disabling the front seat video option has been incorporated into the vehicle. This function will enable or disable the radios ability to play video in the front seat. If enabled, the radio will only play video when the vehicle is in Park (Automatic Transmission) or when the parking brake is set and vehicle speed is zero (Manual Transmission). If disabled the radio will NOT play video in the front seat in any operating mode.
TSB - Modular Hard Top Freedom Panel Waterleaks
OVERVIEW: This bulletin involves replacement of foam and/or butyl tape(s) and/or weatherstrips to eliminate Freedom Panel water leaks.
TSB - Flash: Intermittent Radio Cut Out While Driving
OVERVIEW: This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the radio with new software. If the vehicle is a Wrangler equipped with a 3.8L engine (sales code EGT) built prior to November 10, 2006 (MDH 1110XX) ensure service bulletin 18-36-06 has been/is performed.
TSB - FLASH: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) MIL/Battery Light Illumination
OVERVIEW: This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software.
TSB - UCONNECT And Voice Recognition Operation
DISCUSSION: On 2007 Sebring and Nitro vehicles, the Voice Recognition and U-CONNECT selections for RES and REQ (RET and REL International radios) radios will only work if the vehicle is equipped with the factory installed Uconnect Hands-Free feature (sales code RSP).
TSB - Front And/Or Rear Door Weatherseal Retention
OVERVIEW: This bulletin involves procedures for adhering weatherseal to door frame.
TSB - Cell Phone Induced Buzz Or Clicking-Like Sound In Radio Speakers
OVERVIEW: This bulletin involves a discussion regarding cell phone generated signal interference with the vehicle radio system.
TSB - Cracked Windshield
DISCUSSION: Windshield cracks caused by an impact from a foreign object; (i.e. stone) are often difficult to identify. The following assessment should be used to verify the presence of an impact chip on the crack.
TSB - Soft Top Slaps Against Speaker Bar
OVERVIEW: This bulletin involves installing foam padding to the top of the speaker bar.
TSB - Rear Door Inside And Outside Handles Do Not Function
OVERVIEW: This bulletin involves adjusting the door latch adjustment screw.
TSB - StarSCAN® Displays A Red “X” For The Steering Angle Sensor (SAS) Module
DISCUSSION: If the technician finds a red “X” displayed on the StarSCAN® ECU View screen,(Fig. 1), for the SAS perform the following...
TSB - Exterior Lamp - Lens Fogging
DISCUSSION: Some customers may report that on occasion, vehicle exterior lamp assemblies are fogged with a light layer of condensation on the inside of the lenses.
TSB - Powertrain Control Module Initialization
DISCUSSION: ALL LISTED VEHICLES EXCEPT SEBRING COUPE/STRATUS COUPE (ST), CROSSFIRE, AND SPRINTER. When a Powertrain Control Module (PCM) is replaced on vehicles equipped with the Sentry Key™ Theft Deterrent System, it must be initialized to properly function with the anti-theft module. This is accomplished at a Chrysler Group Dealer by using the DRBIII® or StarSCAN™ Scan Tool to enter a PIN number.
TSB - YES Essentials® Stain, Odor, & Static Resistant Fabric Care
DISCUSSION: The premium cloth upholstery in the vehicles listed is the new YES Essentials® stain, odor, & static resistant fabric. YES Essentials® fabric is an easy-care material that repels and releases soil to maintain the like-new appearance.
TSB - StarSCAN®/StarMOBILE™ Abort Recovery Procedures
OVERVIEW: This Bulletin provides guidelines to minimize flash reprogramming problems and recovery procedure information for failed flash attempts.
TSB - StarSCAN® Vehicle Scan Report Availability
DISCUSSION: The following procedure explains how to create a Vehicle Scan Report. This report provides you, the technician, a valuable tool in diagnosis, repair, and repair verification of today's vehicles. By incorporating this into the DaimlerChrysler's 6-Step Troubleshooting process, the results will be repairs that take less time and increase your Fixed-First-Visit scores.
TSB - Windshield Wiper Blade/Element Maintenance
DISCUSSION: Windshield wiper blades/elements are frequently replaced unnecessarily. Because of the environmental conditions vehicles can be operated in, a film can build up on both the windshield and the windshield wiper elements that will cause poor cleaning/streaking of the windshield, and in some instances, a chattering condition as the wipers blades travel across the windshield.

















































