08-008-13

NUMBER:
GROUP:
DATE:
08-008-13
Electrical
February 13, 2013
This bulletin is supplied as technical information only and is not an authorization for repair. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system,
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THIS BULLETIN SUPERSEDES SERVICE BULLETIN 08-052-12, DATED AUGUST 25,
2012, WHICH SHOULD BE REMOVED FROM YOUR FILES. THIS IS A COMPLETE
REVISION AND NO ASTERISKS HAVE BEEN USED TO HIGHLIGHT REVISIONS.
SUBJECT:
Headlights Fail To Illuminate, Or Illuminate And Then Turn Off (X45 Lifetime Warranty
Extension)
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin is intended to serve as an aid in diagnosis and testing of the headlamp switch
assembly.
This bulletin involves removing and replacing the headlamp switch if necessary.
MODELS:
2005-2006
(RS)
Town & Country/Voyager/Grand
Caravan/Caravan (U.S. and International
Markets)
2005-2006
(RG)
Chrysler Grand Voyager/Voyager (International
Markets)
NOTE: This bulletin applies to vehicles built between March 1, 2004 (MDH 0301XX)
and November 30, 2005 (MDH 1130XX).
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
The vehicle operator may describe one or both of the following conditions:
•
•
With the headlamp switch in the ON position, both headlights fail to illuminate while
the park lamps remain illuminated.
With the headlamp switch in the ON position, both headlights illuminate and then
extinguish while the park lamps remain illuminated.
NOTE: The customer may indicate that the condition is intermittent and can be
corrected if the headlamp switch is turned off and on.
NOTE: Always check VIP to verify if a vehicle is involved in a warranty extension. A
vehicle involved in this Warranty Extension will display an (X45) Headlamp
Switch message in VIP.
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DIAGNOSIS:
Many factors in addition to headlamp switch function may impact the behavior of the
vehicle lighting systems. This bulletin DOES NOT address the diagnosis of the following
behaviors (If any of these symptoms are present they must be diagnosed using the
diagnostics procedures available in TechCONNECT):
•
•
•
•
Exterior or interior lighting that is reported to dim or flicker with engine idle speed.
Dimming condition that occurs during normal operation from momentary spikes in
electrical loads, such as radiator fan initiation or accessory electrical draws (e.g.,
power windows, power seats, heated seats, etc.).
Unanticipated illumination, or turning off, of the headlamps due to the Automatic
Headlamp System.
Any condition associated with the operation of a single lamp in the interior or
exterior lighting system, including conditions affecting a single headlamp bulb.
1. Is the vehicle currently exhibiting the Symptom/Condition?
a. Yes >> Proceed to Step #2.
b. No >> Proceed to Step #4.
2. Does the Interior Lighting System functioning properly?
a. Yes >> Proceed to Step #3.
b. No >> This bulletin does not apply. Further diagnosis may be required.
3. Does the “Flash-to-Pass” feature operate properly (i.e., the high beams can be
activated by pulling and holding the turn signal lever towards the steering wheel)?
a. Yes >> Perform the Repair Procedure.
b. No >> This bulletin does not apply. Further diagnosis may be required.
NOTE: The customer must be contacted in order to answer the following questions.
4. Does the customer indicate that the vehicle exhibits the symptom/condition?
a. Yes >> Proceed to Step #5.
b. No >> This bulletin does not apply. Further diagnosis may be required.
5. Does the customer indicate that the Interior Lighting System functions properly?
a. Yes >> Proceed to Step #6.
b. No >> This bulletin does not apply. Further diagnosis may be required.
6. Does the customer indicate that the “Flash-to-Pass” feature operates properly (i.e., the
high beams can be activated by pulling and holding the turn signal lever towards the
steering wheel)?
a. Yes >> Perform the Repair Procedure.
b. No >> This bulletin does not apply. Further diagnosis may be required.
PARTS REQUIRED:
Qty.
Part No.
Description
1
0ZL671DVAC
Power multifunction fold away mirror, gray
1
0ZL671J8AC
Power multifunction fold away mirror, khaki
1
0ZL651DVAF
Fog lamps, power mirrors, gray
1
0ZL651J8AF
Fog lamps, power mirrors, khaki
1
1DW671DVAA
Power mirrors, gray
1
1DW671J8AA
Power mirrors, khaki
1
0ZL661DVAH
Auto headlamps, gray
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Qty.
Part No.
Description
1
0ZL661J8AH
Auto headlamps, khaki
1
0ZL711DVAF
Export LHD w/fog lamps, gray
1
0ZL711J8AF
Export LHD w/fog lamps, khaki
1
0ZL701DVAF
Export LHD, gray
1
0ZL701J8AF
Export LHD, khaki
1
0ZL691DVAF
Export RHD w/fog lamps, gray
1
0ZL691J8AF
Export RHD w/fog lamps, khaki
1
0ZL721DVAF
Export RHD, gray
1
0ZL721J8AF
Export RHD, khaki
REPAIR PROCEDURE:
1. Replace the Headlamp Switch. Refer to the procedures available in DealerConnect /
TechCONNECT> Group 08 - Electrical> 8L - Lamps and Lighting>Lamps/Lighting Exterior> Switch, Headlamp> Removal & Installation.
POLICY:
Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.
TIME ALLOWANCE:
NOTE: Vehicles included in this Service Bulletin have a lifetime coverage warranty
for this repair. See Warranty Bulletins; U.S. D-13-12, Mexico BG-05-13,
Canada SAB-2013-06 or International ID-13-06 for details associated with the
extended warranty.
Labor Operation
No:
Description
Amount
08-80-36-91
Switch, Headlamp - Inspect (2 - Skilled)
0.2 Hrs.
08-80-36-92
Switch, Headlamp - Inspect & Replace (2 Skilled)
0.3 Hrs.
FAILURE CODE:
ZZ
Service Action