Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2002 Chrysler Intrepid BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Head Status RX Failure
NOTE:
After making any repairs, perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST
under VERIFICATION TESTS.
Possible Causes:
- Check BCM Codes
- Automatic Temperature Control Head
- Harness/Intermittent Wiring
Testing
- Turn ignition on. With the scan tool, read the BCM DTC's. If the head status RX failure code set, see COMMUNICATIONS for the appropriate symptom. If the code did not set, go to next step.
- With the scan tool, erase the ATC head DTC's. Cycle the ignition switch from OFF to ON position. With the scan tool, read the ATC head DTC's. If the head status failure code sets, replace the automatic temperature control head. See AUTOMATIC A/C-HEATER SYSTEMS - CONCORDE, INTREPID & 300M article in HVAC. If the code does not set, see WIRING DIAGRAMS for possible intermittent wiring problem.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.