Engine/Transmission (1998.5 - 2002) Lets beat the 18-31-01 TSB horse somemore

[jtisdale]

For those of you who have had it done, did it work? If not, which sensors do I start checking, or replacing, and in what order. I would think there might be some more info on this by now.

 

[jdkenyon]

I had mine done, next morning it didn't work. Took it back in and watched the mechanic enable the feature and it works fine now. I have noticed it is very sensitive to the temperature. For instance if it is only say 20 degrees outside in the morning and I drove it the night before, then it doesn't work because the engine retains too much heat.

 

[Dane]

You forgot one option to vote on-



Wouldn't let a stealer touch my HO with a 10 foot pole

 

[Weidner]

2 different dealers, 3 appointments and nothing. I brought a copy in and still no go, that was last winter, now it is cold again... here we go again. I know that the truck can do it, so I want it to work. Belzer's Dodge and Walser Dodge both proved to be incompetent. Anyone have any suggestions (besides aftermarket idler or giving up)

 

[Ray Torresdal]

Second time's the charm

Actually, I think the dealer flashed mine twice - and then it has worked flawlessly since!



Ray

 

[George D]

Done in Colorado

Tried to get it done in Pahrump, NV, dealer never heard of it and wasn't too interested in finding out. (There is now a new owner there). Had it done this fall in Gunnison, CO. Dealer had to update their software to get it done. Haven't been able to test it yet because the coldest morning the truck said 27 and I think the engine was still to warm for it to kick in. Now headed south for the winter and will have to wait 'til back in the mountains next spring to test it.

 

[Amianthus]

Weidner, go to Chrysler Winona. Tell them I (Aron) sent you. Russ will take very good care of you on this (or any) matter.



BTW, your first name isn't Joe, is it?