The corporate entity formed by the merger of Fiat and Chrysler, which operated under this name before merging again to become Stellantis. Mechanics and dealers still use the acronym to refer to the shared platforms, diagnostic systems, and parts catalogs specific to Dodge, Jeep, Ram, Chrysler, and Fiat vehicles from that era.
Heard on the job
You'll need the WiTECH diagnostic tool to clear that module on any FCA product.
Related terms
Fix it again Tony
A derogatory backronym for Fiat, mocking the brand's historical reliability issues.
Platform
The shared underlying architecture and mechanical components used across multiple vehicle models.
OBD
On-board diagnostics is the standardized computer system that monitors vehicle emissions and engine performance.