Grand Caravan FWD V6-3.3L VIN 3 Flex Fuel (2002)
Body Control Module: Customer Interest
Electrical - Erroneous Horn/Lamp Activation While Parked
NUMBER: 08-005-04
GROUP: Electrical
DATE: February 3, 2004
THE SOFTWARE IN THE DRBIII(R) MUST BE OPERATING WITH VERSION 59.0 OR HIGHER AVAILABLE ON TechCONNECT
FEBRUARY 3, 2004.
SUBJECT:
Erroneous Actuation of Horns, Headlamps, and Parking Lamps while vehicle is parked
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves replacing or reprogramming the Front Control Module (FCM).
MODELS:
2001 - 2004
(RG)
Chrysler Voyager (International Markets)
2001 - 2004
(RS)
Town & Country/Caravan/Voyager
NOTE:
This bulletin applies to vehicles NOT equipped with Security Alarm (sales code LSA) built on or before October 20, 2003 (MDH 1020XX).
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
While the vehicle is parked the customer may experience the horn sounding on and off, flashing the headlamps and the parking lamps as if the security
alarm was actuated. The technician may find the vehicle is not equipped with Security Alarm system (sales code LSA).
DIAGNOSIS:
1.
Using a Scan Tool (DRBIII(R)) with the appropriate Diagnostic Procedures Manual, verify all engine Systems are functioning as designed. If
DTCS are present record them on the repair order and repair as necessary before proceeding further with this bulletin.
2.
Determine the "Hardware Part # " of the FCM. Using the DRBIII(R) select:
3.
DRBIII Standalone
4.
1998 - 2005 Diagnostics
5.
All
6.
Body Interior
7.
FCM/IPM
8.
Module Display
9.
Record the "Hardware Part # " on the repair order for later reference.
10.
The condition is not easy to duplicate. If the customer describes the Symptom/Condition and the vehicle is not equipped with Security Alarm
system, perform the Repair Procedure based on the table below. If the vehicle is equipped with Security Alarm system, further diagnosis is
necessary and this bulletin does not apply.