fode ) TECH TIPS Dixie Part Numbers: S-1519 S-1520 S-6284 S-80189 S-80190 S-80191 S-80341 S-80347 S-80365 S-80366 S-80367 S-80388 S-80395 S-80396 S-80398 Applications: 2008 Chrysler 300 2008 Chrysler Aspen 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager 2008 Chrysler Sebring 2008 Chrysler Town & Country 2008 Dodge Avenger 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan 2008 Dodge Nitro 2008 Jeep Commander 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2008 Jeep Liberty 2008 Jeep Wrangler Condition: The operator of the vehicle may complain of hard starting and/or no cranking. The technician may observe that the battery is weak or low. Cause: A potential cause for the above is excessive current draw with the ignition off. This could be caused by the radio not powering down correctly and keeping the communications system in the vehicle operating resulting in quiescent/parasitic drain. Correction: To verify that the above condition is the problem, the vehicle must have all windows and doors closed. Turn the off the ignition and wait 30 to 40 seconds. Then observe the radio back light for flickering. If the backlight flickers (approximately every 20 seconds) then the radio will require replacement, which may be eligible for dealer warranty coverage. REV: 20091217 Courtesy of APRA TSB_138.doc Dixie Tech Tips are intended for use by professional technicians, and are not for the general public. They are written to inform technicians of conditions that may exist or as a guide to aid in diagnosing and servicing a vehicle. All references to original equipment manufactures, vehicle manufactures and any other Trade Mark names are for the sole purpose of identifying the vehicle and or part that the Tech Tip applies to. This document is property of Dixie Electric Ltd. and is not to be copied or distributed with out written permission.