Concorde V6-2.7L VIN R (1998)
Technical Service Bulletin # 08-35-99
Date: 991008
Fuel System - MIL ON DTC Set/Driveability Concerns
NUMBER: 08-35-99
GROUP: Electrical
DATE: Oct. 8, 1999
SUBJECT:
MIL Illumination, Leak Detection Pump DTC and/or Fuel Gauge Inaccurate
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves replacing the inline fuel tank to left body harness connector with a sealed connector.
MODELS:
1998 - 1999 (LH) Concorde/Intrepid/LHS/3OOM
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
MIL illumination with Leak Detection Pump (LDP) Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC), fuel gauge reading inaccurate, fuel pump not working, and/or
engine run-on.
DIAGNOSIS:
Using the Mopar Diagnostic System (MDS2) and/or the Diagnostic Scan Tool (DRB III) with the appropriate Diagnostic Procedures Manual, verify all
engine/transmission systems are functioning as designed. If non-LDP related DTC's are present, record them on the repair order and repair as necessary
before proceeding further with this bulletin. If Leak Detection Pump DTC's are present, and/or owner describes an inaccurate fuel gauge or engine
run-on, inspect the C308 wire connector located under the rear seat cushion for the presence of moisture and/or corrosion. If moisture/corrosion exist,
perform the Repair Procedure.
PARTS REQUIRED:
1
05013984AA
Insulator/Terminal Repair Kit
1
05013988AA
Insulator/Terminal Repair Kit
12
04778570
Heat Shrink Tubing
POLICY: Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.
TIME ALLOWANCE:
Labor Operation No:
08-90-73-90
0.8 Hrs.
FAILURE CODE: P8 - New Part
Repair Procedure
1.
Disconnect and isolate the negative battery remote cable.
2.
Locate and remove the existing C308 connector by cutting the five wires (LDP equipped)/three wires (non-LDP equipped) on each side of the
connector. Stagger cut all wires on the harness sides at 1/2 inch intervals.
3.
Remove 1 inch of insulation from each wire on the harness sides.
4.
Stagger cut the matching wires on the repair connector assemblies in the opposite order of the harness stagger.
5.
Remove 1 inch of insulation from each wire on the repair connector.
6.
Place a piece of heat shrink tubing over one side of the wire.
7.
Spread the strands of the wire apart on each part of the exposed wires.
8.
Push the two ends of wire together until the strands of wire are close to the insulation.
9.
Twist the wires together.
10.
Solder the connection together using rosin core solder. Do not use acid core solder.
11.
Center the heat shrink tubing over the joint and heat using a heat gun. Heat the joint until the tubing is tightly sealed and sealant comes out of both
