Electronic Modules - Repeated Failures

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Models


1984 Dodge 600, New Yorker Front Wheel Drive E-Class Limousine, Executive Sedan


Subject


Electronic Component Malfunction (Electronic Instrument Clusters, Radios, EVA, Etc.)


Index


ELECTRICAL

Date

March 19, 1984


No.


08-09-84


P-984-C
SYMPTOM/CONDITION

Subject models equipped with 2.6L Non-O2 feedback carbureted engines (California) may exhibit repeated electronic module failures. For example, electronic instrument cluster or radio may have no display or erratic or no operation. Electronic voice alert may have erratic or no operation.

FIGURE 1 - 2.6L (NON-FEEDBACK) CALIF.:

DIAGNOSIS

Any of the above conditions may be caused by engine compartment wiring (normally to fuel flow meter) coming in contact with alternator or power steering belts or pulleys (Figure 1). The wiring insulation wears through exposing bare wires which generates static electricity.

PARTS REQUIRED

1 - Tie Strap PN 6015756

REPAIR PROCEDURE

Inspect wiring harness at the right (passenger) side of the engine compartment for wiring coming in contact with belts or pulleys. If this condition exists, use tie strap to retain wiring back into harness no interference with pulleys or belts is possible (Figure 1). Tape wires to prevent shorts.
POLICY: Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty

TIME ALLOWANCE: 08-90-66-92 . . . . . . . . . . . 0.2 Hrs. Labor Operation No.

FAILURE CODE: 9X - Routed Improperly