2007 Jeep Wrangler Manual Transmission: The radio turns off and then back on (shorts out?) when the engine is going really slowly. For instance, when creeping up to a stop light in second gear vice first. Why is this happening? How can I prevent the radio from continuing to do this. In the past I had a Hyundai Elantra, Ford Escort, and a Dodge Colt, all had a manual transmission and none had issues with the radio shorting out.
If your Wrangler is equipped with sales code “RES” radio there is a software update available to correct this. The sales code can be found in small print on the face of the radio.
TSB 08-053-06;
SUBJECT:
Flash: Intermittent Radio Cut Out While Driving
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the radio with new software. If
the vehicle is a Wrangler equipped with a 3.8L engine (sales code EGT) built prior to
November 10, 2006 (MDH 1110XX) ensure service bulletin 18-36-06 has been/is
performed.
MODELS:
2007 (JS) Sebring
2007 (JK) Wrangler
2007 (KA) Nitro
NOTE: This bulletin applies to vehicles equipped with a RES radio built on or before
December 11, 2006 (MDH 1211XX)
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
Radio cuts out or has intermittent power while driving but recovers quickly. The operation
of power windows, power seats, or other power devices can cause the radio to cut out.