Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2008 Jeep Wrangler 4WD V6-3.8LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Canada - Recall - Reprogram CCN A/T Fluid Temperature Warning
Bulletin
J30
Issue Date
2010-08-23
IMPORTANT - Revision August 2010
DEALER SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY RECALL J30 REPROGRAM CCN - TRANSMISSION FLUID TEMPERATURE WARNING
NOTE:
2007 model year Jeep Wrangler models equipped with an automatic transmission have been added to this recall.
MODELS:
2007 - 2008 (JK) Jeep(R) Wrangler
NOTE:
This recall applies only to the above vehicles equipped with an automatic transmision (sales code DGV).
^ The transmission fluid on about 12,700 of the above vehicles may overheat under certain driving conditions. Continuous operation under these conditions may cause the transmission fluid to boil over and come in contact with hot engine or exhaust components. This could cause an underhood fire without warning.
^ To correct this condition, the Cabin Compartment Node(CCN) must be reprogrammed to add a transmission temperature warning feature to the vehicle.
An addendum w will also be placed in the owner's manual explaining this new feature.
Recall and Parts Information
Canadian Recall Service Instructions and Part Numbers can be different. Always use the attached Canadian Recall Notification for service instructions and parts information.
This Canadian Recall Notifications can also be found in DealerConnect - See below:
DealerConnect > Service > In the Repair section TechCONNECT - 30-CANADIAN RECALLS
The V.I.N. range for vehicles involved in this campaign is as follows:
1J4FA54147L100337 - 1J4GA59117L232274
1J8GA59138L500063 - 1J8GA59138L655180
DEALER VIN LISTS Located in DealerCONNECT - Global Recall System (GRS)
GRS has been developed to provide dealers with an up-to-date list of involved vehicles by recall number and by dealer code. Owners known to Chrysler are also listed. Involved vehicles will be removed from the GRS within several days of submitting repair claims.
To use the GRS in DealerCONNECT, you first need to click on the Service tab and then in the Repair section click on Global Recall System. Your dealer's VIN list for each Recall can be sorted by: Unsold Vehicles (at the time of Recall launch), Phone Number, City Name, Zip Code (Postal Code) or VIN.
Dealer Information
Owner Letter
J30
Issue Date
2010-08-23
IMPORTANT - Revision August 2010
DEALER SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY RECALL J30 REPROGRAM CCN - TRANSMISSION FLUID TEMPERATURE WARNING
NOTE:
2007 model year Jeep Wrangler models equipped with an automatic transmission have been added to this recall.
MODELS:
2007 - 2008 (JK) Jeep(R) Wrangler
NOTE:
This recall applies only to the above vehicles equipped with an automatic transmision (sales code DGV).
^ The transmission fluid on about 12,700 of the above vehicles may overheat under certain driving conditions. Continuous operation under these conditions may cause the transmission fluid to boil over and come in contact with hot engine or exhaust components. This could cause an underhood fire without warning.
^ To correct this condition, the Cabin Compartment Node(CCN) must be reprogrammed to add a transmission temperature warning feature to the vehicle.
An addendum w will also be placed in the owner's manual explaining this new feature.
Recall and Parts Information
Canadian Recall Service Instructions and Part Numbers can be different. Always use the attached Canadian Recall Notification for service instructions and parts information.
This Canadian Recall Notifications can also be found in DealerConnect - See below:
DealerConnect > Service > In the Repair section TechCONNECT - 30-CANADIAN RECALLS
The V.I.N. range for vehicles involved in this campaign is as follows:
1J4FA54147L100337 - 1J4GA59117L232274
1J8GA59138L500063 - 1J8GA59138L655180
DEALER VIN LISTS Located in DealerCONNECT - Global Recall System (GRS)
GRS has been developed to provide dealers with an up-to-date list of involved vehicles by recall number and by dealer code. Owners known to Chrysler are also listed. Involved vehicles will be removed from the GRS within several days of submitting repair claims.
To use the GRS in DealerCONNECT, you first need to click on the Service tab and then in the Repair section click on Global Recall System. Your dealer's VIN list for each Recall can be sorted by: Unsold Vehicles (at the time of Recall launch), Phone Number, City Name, Zip Code (Postal Code) or VIN.
Dealer Information
Owner Letter
Factory Service Tools
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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.
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