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TSB 08-014-07

Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Oil Change Indicator System Service

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Date: July 11, 2007

Models: 2008 (DR) Ram Truck

2008 (DR) Ram Truck
2008 (LX) 300 1 Magnum / Charger

NOTE: This Bulletin applies to vehicles equipped with a programmable EVIC (sales code LAZ).

Discussion:
The oil change indicator system is being introduced on most 2008 models. This system displays a "Oil Change Required" or "Oil Change" message at appropriate intervals on the instrument cluster.

The vehicles listed above may be equipped with a programmable display on the Electronic Vehicle Information Center, (EVIC). The "Oil Change Required" message may also include the dealerships name and phone number which can be programmed into the vehicle with the StarSCAN or StarMOBILE scan tool.

The following procedure describes the steps to add, delete or change a dealership name and phone number on the display.

NOTE: If NOT programmed during vehicle prep, customer approval MUST be obtained before adding or changing this information.

NOTE: When performing this Procedure, the software release level in the StarSCAN or StarMOBILE; must be programmed with 8.01 level software or higher. The software release level is visible in the blue header at the top of the StarSCAN or StarMOBILE screen.

1.	Connect the StarSCAN or StarMOBILE (in Pass-Through Mode)
NOTE: To use the StarMOBILE in Pass-Through Mode requires that StarMOBILE be connected to the dealership network via a wired or wireless connection. For more information on how to use the StarMOBILE in Pass-Through Mode, see the StarMOBILE training tutorials available on DealerCONNECT > Service > Repair > StarSCAN and StarMOBILE Tools link or at www.dctools.com
2.	From the Home Screen, enter "ECU VIEW" or 'VEHICLE PREP".
3.	Select "CCN".
4.	Select "Misc. Functions".
5.	Select "Enable/Disable Dealer Contact Information".
6.	Select "Enable" or "Disable" as desired.
7.	If enabled, select "Program Dealer Contact Information" and follow on screen prompts.
8.	Reset" will cause display to read: "Contact Dealer" as default.
	Select finish to exit.

Policy:    Information Only

This page was edited on: July 26, 2007