Electrical - Trailer L/H Turn Signal Function Inop.
NUMBER: 08-018-10GROUP: Electrical
DATE: July9,2010
SUBJECT:
Left Turn Signal on Trailer may be Inoperative
OVERVIEW:
This Bulletin involves cleaning out excessive silicone from the Seven Way Trailer Tow Connector, terminal # 1.
MODELS:
2010 (DJ) Ram Truck (2500 Pick Up)
2009 - 2010 (DS) Ram Truck (1500)
2011 (WD) Durango
2010 - 2011 (WK) Grand Cherokee
2010 (XK) Commander
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
When verifying trailer turn signal function prior to towing a trailer. The customer may experience a non functional left trailer left turn signal
DIAGNOSIS:
Customer may come in with the above condition. Check connector terminal number one. If there is silicone in the connector follow the repair procedure.
REPAIR PROCEDURE:
1. In the seven way trailer tow connector locate terminal number one. Refer to the detailed drawing of the connector available in DealerConnect > TechConnect under Wiring > Trailer Tow > Component End Views > Wiring Trailer Tow 7 way > Pin one is in the upper left.
2. Using a suitable tool, such as a straight blade Exacto knife, scrape the silicone off the outside of the # 1, Left terminal.
3. Test and return vehicle to customer.
POLICY:
Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.
TIME ALLOWANCE:
FAILURE CODE:
Disclaimer:
This bulletin is supplied as technical information only and is not an authorization for repair.