First off, thanks to all those who gave helpful advice on this problem several months ago. Briefly, the car would exhibit total electrical failure at unpredictable intervals (see original post link below.) The dealer had the car for 2 weeks and found nothing. I finally decided to grab my coffee and wrenches and dig into it. Battery/cables fine. When I got up to the underhood cables (where you jump the car) everything looked fine. I decided to take them apart anyway. Hot cable was good & clean. Upon taking off the ground (which was on tightly and clean) I found the engine ground cable under it, held on with its own nut. With the batter cable mounted, this is nut is hidden from view. This connection was loose, and the ternimal end of the cable showed signs of arcing. I cleaned it, tightened everything and, hopefully, have solved this irritating problem. Bottom line: If you think your Chrysler dealer (at least mine) is going to do anything on an extended, Chrysler warranty, think again. I remember calling the service advisor and tactfully asking if they had at least checked all of the grounds. "You bet, buddy" (!) Obviously, they hadn't (or if they did, they left it dirty and forgot to tighten it. Thanks again & here's hoping. Bill.
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18 years ago
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