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Jeep Wrangler 2012–2013technical service bulletin

Bulletin 18-025-16 REV. A · NHTSA communication 10121700 · issued Jul 21, 2016

Technical service bulletin
communication type
Power Train
component
2012–2013
model years
2
vehicle entries

Official summary

Flash: Powertrain Diagnostic And System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with updated software. The customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTCs): · **P0456 - EVAP System Small Leak (13 MY only).** · U0140 Lost Communication With Body Control Module. Attempting to clear the DTC may be unsuccessful. Other enhancements included in this update: · Improved fuel pump relay operation. · Improved remote start ti

What a TSB means. Technical service bulletins are repair guidance manufacturers send to dealers — they are not recalls, and repairs are not automatically free (warranty extensions are an exception worth checking). The full document is available via NHTSA’s vehicle lookup.