Installed used pcm, now MIL on
Hi I replaced the pcm with a used one, and now it has codes for egr. This vehicle does not have egr, is it possible to flash this pcm to not have egr or must I replace it? Thank you.
You will need to hook original pcm up and pull calibration info out of it to download the proper file from tech authority. You can also compare the new pcm calibration info to the Chrysler pdf of flash files.
Thank you, I don't do programming yet just diagnostics. The shop I'm working for doesn't have old pcm, just want to make sure if I call a programmer he will be able to change it.
To be honest, just get the correct part number. Unless you’ve used witech 2.0, you will be running through hoops plus spend over $100 to program an old PCM. Now, if you needed updated for some tsb or a specific problem, then I would do it. That’s just me. Thank you
Ran into same thing before and ended up getting a used PCM with same numbers like Jorge said. It’s so much easier.
In order to change the calibration type with a PCM that is the same hardware, you have a couple of options. 1) You can hotswap the PCM from original to replacement during the programming process. 2) You can use the J2 patch from APNT to force the Chrysler J2534 application to accept the file you have in the low folder. You can then download the needed files from Techtools using your Tech…
You don't need any special “patch”. Just download the correct calibration and edit the current calibration ID into the “.jpart" file with a text editor. That flash it the normal way.
Jeff, Yes, I apologize, that is another way to do it. I failed to mention it. I was trying to relay that just downloading the correct file will not work. As the J2534 app will not accept a file not in the jlpart table without manipulation. As far as I know Witech will not install the correct file either. Thank you for the correction.
Probably also worth noting that if the hardware is not correct (there are a few different “species” of NGC3 PCMs), bricking is always a possibility. As a side note, I've found that the VCMII is the best j2534 device to use with the old Chrysler flash utility - it is the most likely to complete the process without dropping out.
Thanks for all the responses I really appreciate it, I'm going to do like Jorge suggested and get the correct pcm.
Be cautious about security when finding your new (used ) pcm. In 2005 there were still a lot of black key, no skim, minivans built along with gray key security option. Since it sounds like you did plug and play on the current one, you probably have a black key? If you purchase one from a gray key car, you will have another hurdle to get running. You said you don't do programming but even if you…
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Agree....I get cautious on 96-02 or so for the VTSS (not skim) security gotcha that will enable VTSS in the BCM by virtue of introducing a VTSS enabled PCM to a non-VTSS vehicle. Then your stuck with a BCM that will inhibit starting because its never going to see a "disarm" signal because its not wired and/or equipped (door switched etc) to. I've been able to sort this out ahead of time usually…
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Kerry I had a grey key but I was able to program the pcm by disconnecting the skim module then writing the Vin with my scan tool, then reconnecting skim module and it started right up.