Chrysler Pacifica - Start Stop System Disabled

[@upptowne]

I just watched a battery change on a vehicle I will never own. Now that means we have a great instructor.

[@deesnutz42069]

I was thinking that too. technically my parents own a jeep grand cherokee with the pentastar, and I'm not sure how similar it is under the hood. but for the most part I had to keep watching because this just kinda seems like a stupidly engineered vehicle. there has to be 50 pounds of totally unnecessary plastic just in the engine bay.

[@michaelreese3950]

I just watched a video about a job that I’ve already done. I might add that if you are only changing the auxiliary battery and don’t have one of those “fancy scan tools”, you must unhook both batteries to clear the code.

[@JamesAgans]

Good on you, never owning a Chrysler product 😊 you have apparently registered the high percentage of those that Eric works on.

[@gtkshdow]

Said the same thing. Cant believe i watched a battery video lol

[@OcRefrig]

Yep. Cheaper than a Therapist ! Now i can go to work happy !

[@AmandaHugenkiss2915]

It is kinda funny that we're all sitting here watching a guy change a battery but you make it well worthwhile

[@kenmohler4081]

There is “changing a battery” and then there is “CHANGING A BATTERY.” Some of them are worth watching.

[@eltonyancey6426]

Like on a Ford escape.

[@harrylister804]

But, this is where you go to be entertained by a battery change. Those hold down blocks are awesome. Fords have the best design believe it or not.

[@BobWiersema]

@@harrylister804 The ones in my 98 Explorer have been broken for 20 years. Not really worried about it just yet. Hasn't fallen out yet so..........

[@Jon-i7f]

Only SNA can make a battery change entertaining and informative. I was surprised to see Eric wearing his wedding band While working on a battery. A little dangerous.

[@fluffyblue4006]

"Start Stop System Disabled"... That's not a malfunction, that's a gain of function!

[@Thisoldhiker]

Depends on the cause. If it will affect something else on the car, it could be a malfunction.

[@dougjones9493]

After I start the car the first thing I do is hit the button to shut off this function.

[@MAGA_EXTREM1ST]

Okay anthony fauci

[@REDBIRD-95]

@@dougjones9493 Same here!

[@michaeltremblay8678]

Absolutely!!

[@eldoradony]

I did my first aux battery replacement job a few months ago. I couldn't believe that battery cost almost as much as a series 24F or 35. Start-stop feature is like most of the features in new cars. It isn't something you want, asked for, or can decline, but you paid for it and now it will cost you more to maintain it.

[@robc8468]

And any tiny minor fuel savings will be more than offset by what start stop costs in the price of the car and maintenence. If you really care about saving fuel put a few extra psi in the tires and install a drop in K&N air filter.

[@userer4579]

@@robc8468 Ken & Nancy? Those filters work great, for boats ...

[@michaelmurphy6869]

Basically it's a motorcycle/atv/utv battery. Even then they're getting pretty spendy.

[@brianmason8400]

​@@robc8468 For 1: putting extra air in your tires above what manufacturers recommended can increase your braking distance due to not as much friction w the road...the recommended air pressure is there because manufacturers R&D has shown that pressure to be the best balance for performance, breaking distance, and fuel economy. As for the Ken & Nancy air filter, they do nothing except make you think you're getting more, so you think you notice more performance. Truth is if the engine can't expel the extra air it takes in, the taking it in does no good. It's like starting w a 4" intake and 4" exhaust. You're expelling what you take in, then going to an 8" intake but keeping the 4" exhaust. The 4" exhaust can only put out so much so taking in the extra isn't gaining you anything.

[@mikes1345]

When you can remember when oil filters were an option and automatic transmissions were few, you know the business has evolved.

[@BobWiersema]

Fancy stuff like turn signals and heat was optional if even available when I was a kid. My Dad had a Bel Air with no heat when I was a kid. We lived in Chicago.

[@eltonyancey6426]

@@BobWiersema Brrrrrrrrrrr

[@guyray1504]

Had a 72 VW and ice scraped the inside window more than the outside. Had a heater but couldn't tell , never heated.

[@justliberty4072]

@@guyray1504 '64 Bug. Scraped the inside window all winter on on the way to school in '77/'78. Broke the front windshield once with my head because I had my face so close to the windshield trying to see through the ice/fog/water.

[@guyray1504]

@justliberty4072 i was stationed in Omaha, Nb for 5 years and that VW was great in the snow but had to put on extra clothes due to no good heater.

[@drummindude2789]

A new SMA video is like Christmas.

[@gregorylewis8471]

29 modules. Probably one of the more reasonable of the 21st century automotive automations. My friend tells me stories about his Mercedes that has 110 modules and uses Ethernet in place of CAN bus between some of the modules. Pretty soon you'll need to run Wireshark to troubleshoot embedded protocols between modules. I pretty much threw my hands up when some LED taillight bulbs became CAN addressable! 🙄 I'm with you Eric! A cable for mechanical hand brakes, heavy-duty floor switch for high beams and a radio. That's all I need! 🤣🤣🤣

[@wadepatton2433]

Guys driving rat rods, home-builts, and classics down here all the time.

[@kpdvw]

Just like HOA 101: NEVER buy any of these freaking computers on wheels pretending to be cars....!

[@adventureoflinkmk2]

Drive a transit bus, at least you get your floor brights

[@deplorablelibertarian]

The government wants it to where they control your car and driving... guaranteed.

[@deplorablelibertarian]

​@@wadepatton2433....there's a group around Yorktown that build and maintain their own old cars. You can hear them at a million decibels after they fill up at the Citgo. The exhaust on some of those cars is insane.

[@KarateSensei71]

Two things that always make these videos classics. Mrs. O is walking by, and the lawn mower guy is cutting his 1/4 acre for the fifth time this week, 1/4" at a time.

[@chrisforker7487]

And it’s only Sunday, I’m sure he’ll cut it at least 8 more times this week.

[@DeweyCheatumNHoweLLC]

Voted Best Lawn in Avoca, three years running 😊

[@renepinto9839]

Former Dodge Tech here, I’m a Toyota Tech now. When I saw the title of the video it caught my eye and thought ooo this is interesting. Every time a customer came in with this concern, 85% of the time it was a bad auxiliary battery. It would throw dozens of battery codes. Replace that small battery and you’re good to go 👍🏼 sometimes it would be annoying to replace them like on the Jeep Wranglers and Gladiators the aux battery would be on the passenger side, remove tire and the wheel liner and it’s right there in a small box with three bolts. On some newer Grand Cherokees it would be underneath the passenger seat and the main battery underneath the driver seat. Fun times. Great video really enjoyed it 👍🏼

[@MilitaryAgeMale]

18 Jeep Wrangler JL...does aux batt only run accessories during start stop event? I turn it off every trip so wouldn't that take the aux batt out of the equation...I changed the main but should the aux be disconnected or doesn't matter & aux is just dead weight since it's disengaged

[@JamesAgans]

Lololol " Remove the tire and the fender liner and it's right there" LOLOLOL What happened to " Open the hood and it's right there" lololol. That was a really funny post, thanks! 😂

[@JamesAgans]

​@@MilitaryAgeMaleIf it's a JEEP the whole thing will be dead weight soon. 😂😂😂

[@MilitaryAgeMale]

@@JamesAgansJames Silverans It's no Pebble Beach...Pentastar 3.6 holds its liquer...got everything analog...stick,hand crank windows,manual locks etc... Toyota Tacoma would be my 1$t choice horses for courses

[@zakuraayame5091]

The sounds of a shop, the sounds of a lawnmower, the sounds of driving on the highway in the rain ... all I can sleep to. I can't sleep well to silence. I need a playlist with Eric O. videos with the lawnmower or rain in the background for a two-for-one on a restless night. A calm voice talking doesn't hurt either; just have to make sure its not a car that gets him riled up lol

[@riaanlouw1874]

Not advertising, so no names, but there's a YT channel from a train driver in Norway, and all you hear is the train (real ASMR stuff). I watch it for the spectacular views of the Nordic countryside, but watching it late at night, I always seem to fall asleep.

[@JamesCromwell2047]

It's all fun and games until Big Nasty comes out to play...

[@sorenjorgensen5334]

Yeah, if I doze off during a SMA video, I'll usually wake up if Big Nasty enters the chat.

[@JosephSmith-ov3or]

A small piece of advice for the next FCA vehicle you work on with the dual battery start/stop system. Set the parking brakes before disconnect the batteries. Disconnect the IBS from the negative post by releasing the connector. Once the batteries are changed. Connect the IBS last, then place ignition in run and actuate the parking brakes. Your codes will all be stored and you can clear them first time. The only programming needed for a battery change on a FCA vehicle right now that is not a etorque system or PHEV. Is to run the engine for 15min then let the vehicle fully sleep cycle for 4hrs. That resets the IBS which will then update the SOC and SOH of the batteries in the PCM. Thanks for all the videos and information you've provided. You have actually taught me several new and better ways to approach diagnostics. I'm enjoying being an automotive technician again.

[@99andrianmonk]

"Wow, surprised we even have kids." - blew my coffee across the room. Clear, concise dialogue a hallmark of SMA. Watching you change a battery was enjoyable. Hell, I've watched you change brake pads and wheel bearings more times than I can remember. Any SMA video is worth the time. Keep'm coming no matter what. Can't wait until one where you have to change the "diaper" around a battery. Your comments will be priceless.

[@jgreitz]

Im old enough to remember at battery change, worrying if the tray would need replacing too because of rust. Best use of plastic on a vehicle in my opinion. Thanks for the wosdom and entertainment, Dr. O!

[@SeanBZA]

Well, have seen a road sign used as a tray, because in a VW Beetle it rusts through the floor pan, and drops out.

[@Thisoldhiker]

@@SeanBZA Agree on the plastic battery pan. I remember my father using a piece of plywood to support the bottom of a battery when I was a kid. Would have been either a Ford or a Mercury.

[@jimearl3397]

I'm old enough to remember a 6v battery

[@yowser8780]

@@jimearl3397 With a Generator and a Voltage Regulator too ! Vacuum windshield wipers. Foot depressed starter instead of a solenoid. Oil Air Cleaner. 'Road Tube' instead of crankcase ventilation. Ah yes...

[@jimcharb4230]

We watch for the commentary.

[@Scanjo]

Sometimes I watch for the diagnostics. Sometimes I just enjoy the rolling commentary. Today was the latter. Thank you for keeping it interesting.

[@danlemke6407]

I have never seen a 2 battery system on a gasser. This was very informative and I watched very intently. NOT a simple battery change out. although was wondering if you could've removed positive stud on small bat to make the connection without dinking with loosening the fuse pack. I also do not understand Stellantis and their gateways. I do like your attention to detail and corrosion prevention. I learn a lot from these vids, and I thank you profusely. I have changed batteries where it pays to know that you should keep power to the system when replacing bat to avoid the resets, like on our Caddy with bat under rear seat. Weird stuff happens if you don't. Lastly, we do not have trust issues. Shout out to Mrs O, she classes up the joint.

[@afterhoursfab]

Lousy Jeep design, very common for the 2nd battery to go bad prematurely, I'm surprised this one lasted that long.

[@kd7cwg]

95% of the time, the auxiliary battery will cause the stop/start to throw this message. After replacing the main battery, you usually have to unplug the intelligent battery sensor for 10 minutes to allow it to reset, or it will think the main battery is still low, causing it to stay “Stop/Start not ready, battery charging “

[@edbernier5513]

I don’t have any trust issues… If you say it, I can take that to the bank! And by the way, it’s not just changing a Battery- You walked us through the Start-Stop system, and how it works. I had no idea??? It’s always a win when we watch you!

[@jgreitz]

I also wish you could hear the laughter at your running commentary. Stand up comedy could be your retirement go to.

[@tedsaylor6016]

Eric is the current version of "Car Talk" (Old Boston car guys radio show)

[@cincy9381]

Wouldn't be a proper SMA video without that guy mowing his grass. 😂

[@Michael-yi4mc]

Eric will record at midnight.

[@chrisbeall9098]

I wish he'd do an interview with mower man

[@gordonmacqueen8694]

@@chrisbeall9098 Something tells me that they aren't best friends 🤣

[@CrimeVid]

Anybody that hates grass that much has a problem !

[@dlsimmonsjr1]

Lol

[@jasonronnmark7922]

That battery is manufactured at East Penn Manufacturing in Pennsylvania, and would normally be labelled Deka if it wasn't branded for Napa, you got the best battery on the market.

[@alanwahl5450]

THIS IS CORRECT. JUST DID THE RESEARCH AND PUT A NEW LEGEND BATTERY IN MY RAM TRUCK.

[@clintprice2123]

The content is always interesting due to your narrations. The banter between you and Mrs O is enjoyable, you are both blessed to have each other. I’m sure it’s even better off camera. It’s safe to assume your children have great humor and a quick wit as well.

[@markmckenna9456]

Every time your shop phone rings my wife goes for our house phone. Thanks for the video. Mark McKenna from Tucson, AZ.

[@billdornan4379]

“ It’s THAT guy” and Mowerman…wouldn’t be complete without either! 🇨🇦

[@BobSakamoto]

I smiled when you talked about the battery terminal cleaner. When you first used it, I was thinking that design was decades old and still does a better job than anything else. Once, there were great designers. I later wasted my money back then on a SnapOn with blades and quickly realized more money didn't always mean better tools.

[@SouthMainAuto]

Same 😂

[@PeterStaniforth]

The reason why Mrs "O" just walked by was because she rocked up earlier thinking that it was her time to shine for the camera, but you denied her. Hell yeah, she's just going to walk by. . . . . Second video in a row Eric, second video in a row, let the woman shine!!

[@renaldonormani6646]

Aside from loving watching you work,;-)…I was so happy to see you clean and LUBE the actually battery terminals, contact side! I want to jump thought the screen sometimes watching guys do dry fits and then spray lube ON the outside of the terminals and contacts. Beauty man.. again, Love your ethic and problem solving. A cut above.

[@bulgariaphoto4224]

Хотя по правилам, наносить смазку можно только ПОСЛЕ соединения клемм.

[@cmc7106]

Lawnmower Man must be famous around Avoca by now with all videos he’s been in!

[@drgdieselfrenzy7707]

"Wow, I'm surprised you even have kids" 24:52 That one almost got by me 🤣

[@ajfurnari2448]

I was expecting the "put some hair around it" comment, but he went the extra mile

[@ronthepainter3313]

Almost fell off my chair at that.

[@woolval52]

Went back to hear it. I love his constant commentary! All the while, he's doing great work.

[@oldroscoe2590]

I learned new things watching this one. May never need what I learned but you never know.

[@DeadEric78]

I took the online start stop diagnostics class w/John Thornton. He recommended replacing both batteries at the same time regardless of test results. It's important to have batteries with the same health because they are charged by the alternator together. GM uses/used the same type of 2 battery system, although the aux battery is usually in the trunk.

[@54people]

Just dealt with a similar issue on a 2018 Jeep Compass with the big 2.4l, in my case the power control relay was intermittently sticking open, causing the car to go into a limp mode and saying service stop/start system. I too was pleasantly surprised by the amount of information in the theory of operation regarding the stop/start system.

[@benjaminbrower540]

It's all about knowledge.. learning is what makes it worth watching..

[@silentjde]

The fact that they lasted that long is miracle. We change battery’s on Chrysler and jeeps everyday, it’s was really bad at one point that we were using so many that they got back order 😂

[@wskripka1]

Do all Manufacturers : Ford , Chevy , Toyota - have start / stop function that CAN'T be disabled ?

[@mainstreetcamden]

I don’t watch your video out of desperation, I watch your videos for their entertainment value. I like your down to earth, no nonsense comments.

[@brucemars6191]

Learned something new about cars with Start/Stop systems.

[@1996champs]

24:50 - "Wow - I'm surprised you even have kids." And that's why it's entertaining to watch Eric do a simple battery replacement.

[@kurtb3606]

Eric, first off, your videos are awesome, second, about 4 months ago, whenever I put my grandkids in the car (twin boys almost 3 years old) I would say "contact" when starting the car...now they say "contact" without me initiating...it's adorable and thank you.

[@Averna222]

Say what you want about Chrysler, I'm not particularly a fan myself, but I've found that their service information is some of the best in the business.

[@thomasshaffer8547]

If I can do it, you can do it,...well, I have actually successfully changed a battery before but I ain't sure I can navigate 27 computers and an extra powerful scanner to press a clear button!!! Eric O, you are the man!!

[@devilman3136]

Finally someone who explains the stop start simply

[@wk7060]

Interesting video for me, since we have a couple of 2018+ Chrysler/Jeep products with Start/Stop in the family! Thanks Eric!

[@fyfo1432]

that's what i say when you think there is nothing else to learn its time to retire . That is why i keep watching your channel at 72 .

[@davidbaldwin2729]

I am 72 as well so ditto to that

[@stevecook2887]

I always learn something from watching Eric's videos. Who would have ever thought there are two batteries in a car!

[@papaowl13803]

Mr Eric sir. What no CONTACT. Ouch. Still a very interesting video. A teacher learning something every day. That is what makes you who you are Eric. A true professional. ❤❤😂👍.

[@annwest8893]

Glad I watched your video! I changed the aux battery and then the same park issue popped up. If I hadn’t watched the video I probably would’ve had to take it in so Thank you!! Problem fixed and I didn’t have to give it to the dealership for them to finally get to it in a week.

[@derdan20]

Like your wedding ring. Be careful when working around power with a ring on, my dad nearly lost his finger when the he shorted power to ground through through his ring. Pretty messy and the ring melted. Be safe. Love the videos.

[@envisionelectronics]

Carbide rings aren’t conductive. I had one for this reason.

[@thebeetalls]

Tungsten rings are conductive, but much less so than most other rings. You might not run into issues at 12v but if you mess with higher voltage stuff (hybrids, AC power, .etc) you really should take the ring off or wear gloves.

[@lactusgalacto1174]

You are one the best honest mechanic I had come across Avoca NY. wish we could find clones of you in all the states but unfortunately, you have to look real hard to find an honest mechanic, Mr Eric O.

[@Dirtyharry70585]

Gotta love when the wife say she’s coming back to do it again!

[@nokoman85]

Yes sir, twenty nine computers plus all the wires and connectors. Throw in operating conditions, yep, it’s a miracle that the vehicle even runs. Great video as ever, I enjoy the interaction between you and Mrs. O. You’re a lucky guy!

[@larryberry2436]

“Parking brakes had cables” I’m so old I remember when gas pedals had cables.

[@twig3288]

I remember when chokes were cable operated

[@twig3288]

and cars came equipped with cranking handles

[@wssides]

My first 7 cars had rod operated throttles. First cable was a Datsun pickup 1.3 litre.

[@wssides]

@@twig3288 I found the cable chokes so much better that I converted dozens of automatic chokes to cable.

[@Bellboy40]

@@wssides I had one of those 1.3 L Datsun powerhouses too. 😂 No power anything on that little guy. Including the engine. Even had rubber floor mats. About as basic as you can get. I bought it when it was a year old and kept it for 12 years and sold it for what I paid for it.

[@gregoryharmon2348]

Most of us would watch you change a battery twice a week! You're just that good!

[@adventcliff2040]

When I started watching clip. I new it was a battery problem. What I did not know is it having 2 batteries. Well done.

[@bearing_aficionado]

A coworker of mine has a Durango, and he told me about the second battery that runs the Start/Stop program. His battery is dying for the program, and he is not going to replace it, so it essentially disables the program from ever running again. Such a stupid idea and program to have. I know Ford now gives you the option at the factory if you order a new vehicle to disable that feature.

[@greggc.touftree5936]

Mr. O this isn't "a video about changing a battery". This is a full job you did a lot just to switch a battery out!

[@robertdablemont8131]

Glad I watch you. We have a 2020 Pacifica, I didn’t’t realize there are two batteries. Thank you.

[@TheCarlitoBenito]

As the owner of a 2019 Pacifica on its third set of batteries, I’m glad you installed batteries that exceed the service data spec. The 2nd set died in 14 months since it was underpowered. Every single warning light went off. After seeing the BCM codes related to voltage in your video, it makes a lot more sense. I know it’s annoying but I would rather this setup than the VW battery programming.

[@aquatrax123]

Pro Tip: Disconnect Aux battery to disable start stop function. After all, its a Dodge so you are use to having warning lights on anyway.

[@truthsmiles]

For work I’m often tasked to write user manuals… I like to think I do a pretty good job, but almost never get feedback unless I’m wrong about something or someone runs into a corner case I never knew could happen. So, I know you made someone’s day by complimenting the service data. I guarantee that took a LOT of care and attention to write.

[@waynemustache8367]

I’m sorry Mr. O. I watched all your videos and everytime I forget to hit the like button… 😅

[@techguydilan]

It might be a simple battery change, but you did it in a way where you justified it prior without too little or too much diagnosis work and without lasting damage to the vehicle. I think that's one more happy customer.

[@4b131]

Mower man is stocking up on mowers of different types for the apocalypse 😂

[@anonimity5548]

🤣Imagine the size of the solar panel array Mower man is gonna need to recharge his mower multiple times a day! ☀

[@tucobenedicto109]

And he only mows during the taping of you tube videos. LOL

[@jameslovitt994]

He apparently mows his lawn 4 days a week.

[@suttoncoldfield9318]

@@anonimity5548 Probably have to cover his lawn.

[@stevebot]

Four riding mowers are required for the Apocalypse.

[@tatertots-n-soup]

Another great vid. So great to know there is still real Americans left on this platform. Youre truely above the rest. Hat off.. Assertive nod..

[@GregoryMcLean]

Wouldn't be a SMA video without lawn mower guy in the background :)

[@johndusak4213]

IT'S AMAZING THAT IT LOOKS THAT GOOD UNDER THE HOOD FOR BEING A NY CAR I WAS A TECH IN NY FOR A LONG TIME MOVED TO VEGAS TO GET OUT OF THE RUST BELT

[@jcftrucker1]

Thank you, I have learned from watching you .

[@johngassmann9581]

That was a great explanation of how the start-stop system works. I wondered why my radio didn't stop when the car restarts.

[@wolvesone]

so the aux batt is pretty much just an AGM version of a lawn mower battery it looks like fun

[@denniscole410]

The worst part for the customer is the fact that its take more than a weeks pay check for them 2 batteries alone plus the installation cost. But I do enjoy your U-tubes they are very informative . My family has been in the automotive repair service since 1924 and for the last 60 years its been my life taking over and running and working it since 1987.

[@johnrobinette3725]

As a Chrysler tech my experience tells me the batteries s are always the cause of that light the caps are always blown off and after 2022 aftermarket batteries cause check engine lights for over amperage

[@ua7pyro591]

Nice, why Chrysler?

[@johnrobinette3725]

Chrysler, gm, ford, international, peterbilt I'm a master tech major rental car company

[@perrybrooks8331]

This is the best battery change I've ever seen.

[@brutekiller787]

I work at a Chrysler dealership relatively local to you (not bath, not painted post). This is a classic issue on all these stop start garbage. Needs a BBAUX101AB

[@russsuchowesky4234]

As a Chrysler technician do you have to replace the small Aux battery? Can you just remove it? I don’t use start/stop function. I always turn it off.

[@brutekiller787]

@@russsuchowesky4234 I have been asked that multiple times. I’ll be honest, I’m not entirely sure. The second battery is there to reduce voltage drop during cranking.

[@russsuchowesky4234]

Thanks for the reply.

[@bobcarry4820]

Oh, the struggles. Nice to see someone else have issues. I am not alone. Parking brakes were seldom used because the cable would rust and lock on.

[@edwardsilva895]

Photo bombed at the end by Mrs O....priceless

[@garyjohnson801]

I've got a2007 Ford E250 van with 390 thousand miles on it and even the spark plugs are original nothing on it has been replaced but the brakes and oil and tires. That's it. Now that's amazing. Thanks for the video

[@adamtrombino106]

I'm glad you mentioned that some vehicles need some reprogramming after a battery change, not just a relearn toot around the block, or cycling hvac controls to recalibrate them. I recall the 1st time I put a b+ in a 16 Escape with the big 1.6 that came in on the hook. After said replacement, the transmission didn't want to shift, then it hunted around for gears like it was severely slipping. Rather than call the customer straight away, I decided to look in service info and sure enough, the ol ghost of Henry said that the transmission controller goes into a default strategy, so either use a scan tool to recalibrate it or just drive it until it straightens out..Subbies need an idle relearn procedure if the battery goes stoned flat or is disconnected for more than 1/2hr. So yes, Eric, I do watch even your 'How to change a battery' vids :) It's all good info.

[@ruley73]

I also own a 2018 Pacifica. Those are definitely the original factory installed batteries. You can tell because they have gray Mopar labels. Replacement Mopar batteries have a white label. Six years out of the factory batteries in these vans is very impressive. They usually fail within three years or less. Some owners have had both batteries replaced twice while still under warranty. No reset is needed on these vans when replacing the batteries, but I advise folks to leave both batteries disconnected at the same time for a couple minutes so the orange @ light goes away immediately. It will eventually go away on it's own after a few drive cycles if you don't. I know you would never advise anyone to do so, but if someone has a dead aux battery, wants to save a few bucks, doesn't like/use stop/start, and can live with the orange @ light, you can safely leave the aux battery's negative cable disconnected. Stop/start is permanently disabled, but everything else still works as intended (including remote start). Our van has been this way for almost 4 years. 🙂 You can electrically separate these batteries by removing one of the negative cables. I've found it easiest to remove the aux negative cable. I was happy that you acknowledged the need to separate the batteries and test them separately. Many folks don't which deems the test worthless. Eric, I do have one question. I have AllData and was wondering if the explanations from the manufacturer's service info is identical to what you find in AllData or is the manufacturer's service info usually more detailed?

[@ghorner11]

I don't know who makes the Chrysler batteries but they are the best. I have a 2006 Dodge Charger which we bought brand new in 2007. It is not winter driven but it has been parked outside (we're in Ontario so it can hit -31 Celcius) 95% of its life with the battery never removed. The first battery lasted until 2021 with only 1 boost 1 spring to start it. It started all the other springs without any help. My 2011 Ram - original battery also until later in 2021. They last well.

[@braaapattack2937]

First person in the history of the world worried about the start/stop system not functioning… long as it passes the PRNY inspection I’d not worry

[@AKChryslertech]

I have taken classes on various start/stop systems and can honestly and biasly say, chrysler is the ones who got it right. It is so much easier to diagnose and fix than most of the other brands. It helps that fca wrote the description, theory, and error code definitions the right way so it is easy to understand and execute. You have a textbook perfect diag and repair for this one Eric! Thanks for the awsome video as always!

[@phprofYT]

Start-stop system is disabled? Sounds like an upgrade to me.

[@paulbinmo]

We appreciate all you do Mr. O! It helps to see you run through the details even if it’s a battery replacement as OEM’s tend to pile on more electrical shenanigans on top of the battery. Cheers! 🍻

[@BrianS_IN]

O NO! Need to go steal his batteries. The show is not the same without the lawn mower background music!

[@robbrobb2161]

I'm glad I watched this one and others. No clue batteries had changed so much and their application.

[@donniev8181]

The start stop system aka starter killer lol. I like my 2024 parking brake cable and pedal.

[@jimthompson2737]

Your explanation of these problems and systems keep me coming back.

[@jeffbrown3963]

Back in the 70s, lots of cars died at traffic lights and we only had one battery!

[@lvsqcsl]

I didn't even know vehicles had an AUXILARY battery. Speaking of complicated, I saw a video on one of these Toyota Tundras that had the engine replaced. There were piles of parts and the entire front-end of the truck was GONE. I understand they also jack up the body like Ford does to service. I heard there are 3 water pumps, 1 for the engine and 1 for each turbo. No matter how complicated these vehicles get they are no match for Eric. GREAT VIDEO!

[@brucehobbs1734]

We should all show up with running lawn mowers for background ambiance.

[@Dirtyharry70585]

Hahah you just busted Eric

[@jackkreighbaum783]

Sounds like the daily mower is at it!

[@richardhead4555]

had the same sort of thing on a nissan almera in Thailand, a new battery was required, i like it when one of your videos drop, many thanks

[@keithbednar6814]

Wonder if she saved enough gas on that start stop system to pay for that extra battery? What idiots! Cheers and thanks for another smile!

[@2packs4sure]

Lol,,, that's what I've been saying about modern diesel pickups for a few years now,,,, I'm absolutely amazed they're not broken every single day !!

[@afterhoursfab]

Who the heck fixes a stop start system? The first thing I did with my Buick was buy the module to disable it. One of the worst ideas ever implemented to meet emissions standards.

[@ua7pyro591]

My thoughts exactly! 😂 Silly video

[@raymondhorvatin1050]

Thats a new one I didn't know 2018s had a start stop system Thanks for sharing and I remember when emergency brakes has cables cause they never worked more than one winter here in Wisconsin.

[@phillperry487]

Love ya work mate

[@bkembley]

I watch every video but almost never comment. On this one, I'm glad to see that I'm not the only one who geeks out about interesting designs. Once you explained how those batteries link, unlink, and why, it totally makes sense. I like cleverness.

[@kjbunnyboiler]

The “torque wrist click” was somewhat erratic today, better get that thing calibrated🤣🤣

[@davidbaldwin2729]

might need a new battery

[@kjbunnyboiler]

@@davidbaldwin2729 👍👍👍

[@davidsolberg9935]

Love your show and explanation of what you do. I have a Pacifica the same year as the one you are working on. I have 185,009 miles on it and the only thing I’ve had replaced is the battery. Great ride.

[@wssides]

Way overdue for spark plugs I think

[@fredsalter1915]

That guy mows his lawn twice a day!

[@brianhind6149]

Eric: The last good car made was a Ford Model "A" ! Great video as always Sir !

[@SPIN1963_]

Fault Scan concludes: Problem originated at purchase.The POOF code ... how appropriate. LOL