Electrical - Electrical Failures/Component Malfunctions

97 07 12

Sept. 10, 2007

2014913/2

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 97 number 07-02 dated April 23, 2007 to add 15 amp fuses.





Models

Electrical failures or component malfunctions with circuitry containing a 15 or 20 ampere fuse

Condition

Various electrical failures or malfunctions of components with circuitry containing a 15 or 20 ampere fuse (not mini-fuse).

The failure can be sporadic, and an open circuit can only be detected by pressing on the plug contacts of the fuse while checking continuity within the fuse.

Technical Background





Hairline crack (connection of the fuse wire to the plug contact - see Figure 1) within the plastic housing of the fuse.

Production Solution

The batch of faulty fuses has been identified and removed from production.

Service

Replace fuse.





Warranty





Required Parts and Tools

All parts and service references provided in this TSB are subject to change and/or removal. Always check with your Parts Department and service manuals for the latest information.