PT Cruiser L4-2.4L Turbo VIN 8 (2005)
Power Window Control Module: Customer Interest
Electrical - Power Windows/Convertible Top Inop
NUMBER: 08-035-05
GROUP: Electrical
DATE: June 30, 2005
THIS BULLETIN SUPERSEDES TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN 08-037-04 REV. A, DATED DECEMBER 1, 2004, WHICH SHOULD BE
REMOVED FROM YOUR FILES.
ALL REVISIONS ARE HIGHLIGHTED WITH **ASTERISKS** AND INCLUDES
CHANGES TO THE DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR PROCEDURE.
SUBJECT:
Power Windows (One Or Both Sides) And Possibly Power Convertible Top Inoperative
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves flash reprogramming the Smart Glass Module (SGM) or on some vehicles replacing the front window regulator/SGM assemblies.
MODELS:
2005
(PT)
Chrysler PT Cruiser Convertible
NOTE:
This bulletin applies to vehicles built prior to June 9, 2004 (MDH 0609XX) having Smart Glass Module software versions prior to Version 11.0 (as
read with diagnostic tool).
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
With the proper system voltage condition (10-16 volts), the following conditions exist on either or both sides of the vehicle:
No operation of the front and rear windows, including front window drop during door opening and window drop during convertible top operation.
Unable to communicate with either or both SGMs with the DRBIII(R).
If the driver side SGM is affected, the driver side windows will exhibit the conditions described above as well as the power convertible top will be
inoperative.
DIAGNOSIS:
After confirmation of the conditions identified above, the following reset procedure must be performed to determine the module hardware and software
level:
1.
Open both doors (provides a faster voltage decay in the SGMs).
2.
**Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
3.
Keep the battery disconnected for a minimum of 15 minutes.
4.
Reconnect the negative battery cable.**
5.
Connect the DRBIII(R), turn ignition switch to ON position and read hardware and software information for both of the SGMs.
6.
Dependent on the version of module hardware/software, follow the Repair Procedures to reprogram the SGM(s) or to replace the front window
regulator/SGM assemblies. If the module software is Version 11.0, this service bulletin does not apply and further diagnosis is required.
