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Old Jun 28, 2011 | 06:12 PM
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Default Re: BIG problem solved
Originally Posted by jeffm007
Many owners seem to be having problems with random electrical/alarm issues. Reading through the forums I noticed many of the issues happened after washing and bad weather. My findings.

The crossfire has crappy door locks (manufactured by chrysler I assume) that allow moisture into the system. this moisture sends false signals that involve the door locks, dome light and alarm. The solution.

A spray lubricant that displaces moisture and does not conduct electricity - high quality silicone spray - many types on the market. Just make sure that it contains a high flash solvent that will quickly evaporate and take the moisture with it.

Just spray a bit into the locks - if your car is acting really bad you may need to take the door apart to complete the job.

This works! Check the locking control unit in the truck while your at it.
I doubt that the locks were made by Chrysler, Chrysler does not make door locks, they assemble cars made from parts mostly made by others. This car was made in Germany using MB parts mostly so why not use a MB lock.
The lock has a wiring harness on it and it tells the central locking system that the switch has been activated. Could moisture get on it? maybe from water coming down the glass.
Spray in the key hole will not get near the switch. Problems with the alarm have many possible causes and I doubt this is one of them.
 
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