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HOMESERVICE MANUALSDODGE AND RAM2006MAGNUM SE, 42RLEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENTCOMMUNICATION DEVICESELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULES (SERVICE INFORMATION)MODULE-POWERTRAIN CONTROLINSTALLATION
2006 Dodge and Ram Magnum SE, 42RLE
Module-Powertrain Control: Installation
2006 Dodge and Ram Magnum SE, 42RLESECTION Installation
USE THE SCAN TOOL TO REPROGRAM THE NEW POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) WITH THE VEHICLES ORIGINAL IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) AND THE VEHICLES ORIGINAL MILEAGE. IF THIS STEP IS NOT DONE, A DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) MAY BE SET.
- Install rubber bumper to PCM back.
- Check pins in electrical connectors for damage. Repair as necessary.
- Install electrical connectors to PCM.
- Install mounting bracket to PCM.
- Install assembly to body. Install bolt and tighten 9 N.m (80 in. lbs.) torque.
- Connect negative cable to battery.
- Use the scan tool to reprogram new PCM with vehicles original Identification Number (VIN) and original vehicle mileage.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.