Electrical - Intermittent Loss of Accessories
NUMBER: 08-028-04GROUP: Electrical
DATE: August 3, 2004
SUBJECT:
Intermittent loss of accessories (IG1 circuit) on initial vehicle start
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves replacing the ignition switch with a revised part.
MODELS:
2001 - 2004 (ST) Sebring Coupe/Stratus Coupe
NOTE:
This bulletin applies to vehicles built prior to April 13, 2004 (MDH0413XX).
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
Some vehicles may exhibit loss of accessories associated with the IG1 circuit. The most frequently noticed symptom is radio inoperative. This may occur more frequently in high ambient temperatures >29° C (85° F) with high humidity. Keying "OFF" the ignition and restarting can eliminate the condition. The cause has been identified as a weak ignition switch return spring which may keep the switch from returning to the proper position within the "Start" to "Run" transfer.
DIAGNOSIS:
This condition is difficult to reproduce. If the customer describes a condition where accessories such as the radio are inoperative after initial vehicle start, replace the ignition switch with p/n 8602A007.
PARTS REQUIRED:
REPAIR PROCEDURE:
1. Refer to group 8Q (Vehicle Theft/Security System) of the appropriate year Service Manual or TechCONNECT for ignition switch removal/installation procedures.
POLICY:
Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.
TIME ALLOWANCE:
FAILURE CODE:
Disclaimer:
This bulletin is supplied as technical information only and is not an authorization for repair.