Newest flash for 09

[2 Ram Fam]

I just got the newest flash for my 09 today. They called it 18190478 but the other posts refer to flashes as letters (AS) ect. So far it seems to run the same. This one is said to desoot at idle if needed.

 

[odinjunior]

What gets them to give you the latest flash? Do they do it automatically if you bring it in for an oil change.

 

[HBarlow]

What gets them to give you the latest flash? Do they do it automatically if you bring it in for an oil change.

My understanding from Mike Mullenax who is a Dodge dealer diesel tech is that at one time you had to have a valid complaint like a CEL but now Dodge has authorized the dealers to perform the latest flash on request. I guess they figured out it is in their best interest to pay for a reflash service and avoid a serious warranty soot issue.

If your dealer has a knowledgeable trustworthy Cummins tech go in and ask them to check your VIN in their computer and determine if software updates are available.

 

[Whiteranch04]

What gets them to give you the latest flash? Do they do it automatically if you bring it in for an oil change.

They give ya a new flash any time you go back to the dealer with a CEL, it keeps people tricked into thinking maybe this time it will make a difference!!LMAO I think mine has been flashed about 5 times, nothing changes... ...

 

[2 Ram Fam]

I asked for the newest flash and at first they didn't want to do it. I told them a cel was on for a day ,( I believe it was 04202) and then they went ahead with it.

 

[MullenaxM]

I just got the newest flash for my 09 today. They called it 18190478 but the other posts refer to flashes as letters (AS) ect. So far it seems to run the same. This one is said to desoot at idle if needed.

The number that you posted, 18190478, Is the Chrysler labor operation number used by the Dealer to file a claim to Chrysler so they can get paid for the repair of your vehicle.



Mike

 

[2 Ram Fam]

Yes, that number is the chrysler authority number,but the under hood sticker just says flash ecm with date done. I was just wondering what letter they are up to now.

 

[MullenaxM]

The 2009's are at the "AS" level, The 2008's are at the "AW" level and the 2007. 5's are at the "BE" level.



Mike

 

[CHegreberg]

I had not heard of thr 09 needing a reflash,? How can I find out if I should get this done.

 

[MullenaxM]

I had not heard of thr 09 needing a reflash,? How can I find out if I should get this done.

Check with your Chrysler/Dodge dealer,Ask them if they would check for and updated ECM Flash/Calibration. If they tell you that they won't be able to check for a updated flash unless you are having a issue They are misinformed.

If you are still within the warranty Time/Mileage perameter, The flash will be paid for by Chrysler/Dodge.



If that fails, Next time you take your vehicle for a oil change, Tell them your fuel mileage has dropped off and ask them if they would check it out.



Mike

 

[CHegreberg]

I will ask. thanks. I do my own oil changes so that wont work. Thanks.

 

[mikeshauling]

I just got my new 09 a few weeks ago, its build date is 10/08. I told the dealer tp put the latest flash in it, because it had been on the lot for several months. They said that they did have an updated flash. The flash was the AX ??? Anyone have this one also? I had the AQ flash and the AX was the newest one.

 

[Austin Diesel]

The 2009's are at the "AS" level, The 2008's are at the "AW" level and the 2007. 5's are at the "BE" level.



Mike

Mine 08 is at the AS flash and all is well maybe wait another week and it will be at BA???



Wow though they had it all worked out ?



mike what is the severe duty fuel prefilter package has it been released yet?PN# ?

i allready know about the filter redesign but not aux prefilters?



just wondering /



Austin Diesel

 

[MullenaxM]

H.D. fuel filtration kits

Here are the part #'s for the Heavy Duty Fuel Filtration Kits ( Dodge calls them "Severe Duty Filtration "





Qty. Part No. Description

1

(AR)

68046192AA Kit, Severe Duty Fuel Filtration - DC 143. 5 & 167. 5 WB 52 Gal

Fuel Tank - 6. 7L

1

(AR)

68046193AA Kit, Severe Duty Fuel Filtration - DC 143. 5 & 167. 5 WB 22 Gal

Fuel Tank - 6. 7L

1

(AR)

68045251AB Kit, Severe Duty Fuel Filtration - DH/D1 140. 5 & 160. 5 WB 34

Gal Fuel Tank - 6. 7L

1

(AR)

68045252AA Kit, Severe Duty Fuel Filtration - DH/D1 140. 5 & 160. 5 WB 35

Gal Fuel Tank - 6. 7L

1

(AR)

68046206AA Kit, Severe Duty Fuel Filtration - DC 163. 5 WB 52 Gal Fuel

Tank - 6. 7L

1

(AR)

68046207AA Kit, Severe Duty Fuel Filtration - DC 163. 5 WB 22 Gal Fuel

Tank - 6. 7L

1

(AR)

68045253AB Kit, Severe Duty Fuel Filtration - DH/D1 140. 5 & 160. 5 WB 34

Gal Fuel Tank - 5. 9L

1

(AR)

68045254AA Kit, Severe Duty Fuel Filtration - DH/D1 140. 5 & 160. 5 WB 35

Gal Fuel Tank - 5. 9L

1

(AR)

68051906AA Kit, Severe Duty Fuel Tank Ventilation - DC 52 Gallon Tank

1

(AR)

68061341AA Kit, Severe Duty Fuel Tank Ventilation - D1/DH 35 Gallon Tank

1

(AR)

68061342AA Kit, Severe Duty Fuel Tank Ventilation - D1/DH 34 Gallon Tank

1

(AR)

68061633AA Element, Fuel Filter - Shell and Filter (5 Micron)

1

(AR)

68061634AA Element, Fuel Filter - This filter to supersede the original

5183410AA filter when supplies are exhausted.

**1

(AR)

53034249AA Element, Air Filter - 2003 - 2009 - 5. 9L





If you notice at the bottom of the list are the part numbers for the latest new fuel filter and and shell for the 6. 7 liter engine and at the very bottom is the part number for the new air filter for the 5. 9 liter engine.



The new 5. 9 liter air filter is also rated for "Severe Duty". It's a filter that looks just like the 6. 7 liter filter.



Also you will notice about 3\4 of the way down the list is part numbers for the fuel tank ventilation kits.



The Filtration kits have a list price of about $750. 00. I have not installed one yet (can't find anybody willing to fork over $750. 00 plus installation labor) but It does come with all the plumbing and wiring and also with a new in tank fuel transfer pump module. It also comes with a fuel heater and a WIF sensor that wires into the OEM wiring.



I have installed a few of the fuel tank vent hose kits, Its nothing more than a long hose that runs up and mounts to the fuel fill tube and it has a little "jiggle valve" vent plug in the end of the hose.



Mike

 

[MullenaxM]

I just got my new 09 a few weeks ago, its build date is 10/08. I told the dealer tp put the latest flash in it, because it had been on the lot for several months. They said that they did have an updated flash. The flash was the AX ??? Anyone have this one also? I had the AQ flash and the AX was the newest one.

The 2009 Pick-ups are at the "AS" level. The 2009 Cab/Chassis are at the "AH" level. It could have had the "AQ" level in it but we haven't made it to the "AX" level on the 2009 Pick-Ups "YET"



Mike

 

[2 Ram Fam]

Mike,thanks for the good info. Rick

 

[firemansdiesel]

I just had the AS flash done today at the dealer for my '09. . Also had my TPMS pressures dropped to 35 psi for light load for my 35" tires (50 psi max). So my light does not kick on w/ lower pressures. Oo.

 

[mikeshauling]

The 2009 Pick-ups are at the "AS" level. The 2009 Cab/Chassis are at the "AH" level. It could have had the "AQ" level in it but we haven't made it to the "AX" level on the 2009 Pick-Ups "YET"



Mike

I am assuming youre a tech for DC, I am just questioning the latest flash for p/u . I just bought a new 09 (build date 10/08) I knew the truck sat on the lot for several months , so i told the dealer to flash it with the newest flash. This was a few weeks ago. I was standing right next to the computer ant the tech. The screen was saying that i was getting the AX flash, there were other #s and words on the screen too, but the letters were AX. I will call them and ask , just to make sure but i did see it with my eyes and not just what i was told.

 

[MullenaxM]

2009 pick-up with a 6. 7 liter engine = "AS" flash calibration.



Yes I am a Dealer Technician.



Mike

 

[mikeshauling]

OK Thanks. Not that i didnt believe you but i was just making sure. Thanks again. Whats the best way to see exactly what flash IS on my truck? I guess i would need the dealer to check it out, right ? They didnt put a sticker or mark anything on the truck, like some guys say they do.