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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHRYSLER2007300 V6-2.7L VIN RREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISA L L DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES ( DTC )TESTING AND INSPECTIONB CODE CHARTSB1478
2007 Chrysler 300 V6-2.7L VIN R
B1478
2007 Chrysler 300 V6-2.7L VIN RSECTION B1478
B1478-CHANNEL 5 AUDIO SPEAKER OUTPUT CIRCUIT SHORTED TOGETHER
For a complete wiring diagram Refer to Diagrams/Electrical.
- When Monitored:
- With the ignition on. Radio volume at 25 or higher.
- Set Condition:
- The amplifier detects that the output circuits are shorted together.
Diagnostic Test
1.CHECK FOR AN INTERMITTENT CONDITION
Turn the ignition on, then off, and then on again.
With the scan tool, erase Amplifier DTCs.
Turn the radio on.
Turn the volume level to 25.
With the scan tool, read Amplifier DTCs.
Does the scan tool display active: B1478-CHANNEL 5 AUDIO SPEAKER OUTPUT CIRCUIT SHORTED TOGETHER?
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. Body Verification Test
2.CHECK THE OPERATION OF THE AMPLIFIED LEFT REAR DOOR SPEAKER
Disconnect the Amplified Left Rear Door Speaker.
Measure the resistance of the speaker between the two terminals.
Is the resistance of the speaker less than 1 ohm?
Yes
- Replace the Amplified Left Rear Door Speaker.
- Perform BODY VERIFICATION TEST VER-1. Body Verification Test
No
- Go To 3
3.CHECK THE (X393) AMPLIFIED LEFT REAR DOOR SPEAKER (+) CIRCUIT, AND THE (X303) AMPLIFIED LEFT REAR DOOR SPEAKER (-) CIRCUITS FOR A SHORT TOGETHER
Turn the ignition off.
Disconnect the Amplifier C1 harness connector.
Measure the resistance between the (X393) Amplified Left Rear Door Speaker (+) circuit, and the (X303) Amplified Left Rear Door Speaker (-) circuit.
Is the resistance below 10K ohms?
Yes
- Repair the (X393) Amplified Left Rear Door Speaker (+) circuit, and the (X303) Amplified Left Rear Door Speaker (-) circuit for a short together.
- 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.