1ode ) TECH TIPS Dixie Part Numbers: A-8660 A-8661 A-8779 A-8783 S-8680 S-8751 Applications: 1998 Dodge Durango Condition: The operator of the vehicle may complain of one or more of the following conditions: – A low or dead battery – A failure to crank/start – A burning smell, smoke and/or fire The technician may observe a high voltage drop in the alternator positive output cable. Cause: A potential cause for the above condition is a loose connection from the alternator positive output to the power distribution centre. Correction: Follow the manufacturer’s recommended procedures to reroute the alternator positive cable and tighten it to the specified torque. REV: 20110215 Courtesy of APRA TSB_8043.docx 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.