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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHRYSLER2007300 V6-2.7L VIN RREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISA L L DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES ( DTC )TESTING AND INSPECTIONB CODE CHARTSB1461
2007 Chrysler 300 V6-2.7L VIN R
B1461
2007 Chrysler 300 V6-2.7L VIN RSECTION B1461
B1461-CHANNEL 1 AUDIO SPEAKER OUTPUT CIRCUIT LOW
For a complete wiring diagram Refer to Diagrams/Electrical.
- When Monitored:
- With the ignition on.
- Set Condition:
- The Amplifier detects a shorted to ground condition on the speaker output circuit.
Diagnostic Test
1.CHECK FOR AN INTERMITTENT CONDITION
Turn the ignition on, then off, and then on again.
With the scan tool, read Amplifier DTCs.
Does the scan tool display active: B1461-CHANNEL 1 AUDIO SPEAKER OUTPUT CIRCUIT LOW?
Yes
- Go To 2
No
- The conditions that caused this code to set are not present at this time. Using the wiring diagram/schematic as a guide, inspect the wiring and connectors.
- Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST VER-1. 2242167>
2.CHECK THE (X209) AMPLIFIED LEFT FRONT I/P SPEAKER (+) CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO GROUND
Disconnect the Amplifier C2 harness connector.
Measure the resistance between ground and the (X209) Amplified Left Front I/P Speaker (+) circuit.
Is the resistance below 10K ohms?
Yes
- Repair the (X209) Amplified Left Front I/P Speaker (+) circuit for a short to ground.
- Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST VER-1. 2242167>
No
- Go To 3
3.CHECK THE (X299) AMPLIFIED LEFT FRONT I/P SPEAKER (-) CIRCUIT FOR A SHORT TO GROUND
Measure the resistance between ground and the (X299) Amplified Left Front I/P Speaker (-) circuit.
Is the resistance below 10K ohms?
Yes
- Repair the (X299) Amplified Left Front I/P Speaker (-) for a short to ground.
- Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST VER-1. 2242167>
No
- Go To 4
4.CHECK OPERATION OF THE AMPLIFIED LEFT FRONT I/P SPEAKER
Turn the ignition off.
Reconnect and reinstall the Left Front I/P Speaker.
Measure the resistance of the speaker circuit between the Amplifier C2 harness connector and ground.
Is the resistance below 10K ohms?
Yes
- Replace the Left Front I/P Speaker.
- Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST VER-1. Body Verification Test
No
- Replace the Amplifier.
- Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST VER-1. Body Verification Test
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.