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Hey man i have a 20 jeep wrangler jl and o removed the fuse f42 and the auxiliary battery ground cable.. tape it and secured it out of the way, but the start stop function is still working,is that normal or did i do something wrong I thought that by disconecting the fuse and ground it woud disable that function
Please get back to me on this question: I have a new h6 battery and my auxiliary battery is dead, is it a good idea just to disable the auxiliary battery once it’s already dead by taking out the fuse, when I have a new H6 battery installed or just simple get a new auxiliary battery and then disable the auxiliary battery? I still have a warranty on the 2019 Jeep wrangler.
I was in the same scenario when I did mine. I left my dead aux battery in the vehicle and then bypassed it and ran a new main battery. I wouldn’t waste the money on another aux battery if you are planning on running the bypass. Hope this helps and thanks for watching the video!
I had the issue and brought to dealer. They wanted $1100 CAD to replace. Said it was not warranty. Told them to just disconnect the 2nd battery and they said it does much more than start/stop. Funny they could not tell me what else it ran. Just “other things”. I told them to just get my keys ready and picked it up. Did the steps as you outlined perfectly. Thank you.
I’m planing to do this delete on my 18 grand cherokee, should i ditch the positive cable from the aux battery as well or should i connect it to the main battery?
I’m not sure if this mod works on the Grands but I don’t see why not. You have to leave the positive lead connected or run it back up to the main battery positive terminal. Hope this helps, thanks for watching!
The front driveshaft was replaced in a prior video with an Adam’s shaft. It’s definitely something that needs to be done with this lift due to the amount of flex it provides.
@@Madmike908 it was a great riding and flexing lift. I did have to replace a couple flex joints under warranty but they were great about sending them out fast. I’d do it again if I bought another JL.
Great video and I followed it in detail, to bypass the auxiliary battery but I'm still getting the warning light on the dashboard about the aux start. Any thoughts? Thanks, Brother!
It should go away after you drive it a bit, if it doesn’t I’d pull your main battery and have it tested at NAPA to see if it’s going out. Hope this helps, thanks for watching the video!
I doubt it, the aux battery is like a motorcycle battery. You would want to get a similar spec with the same style posts if you were going to replace it. Hope this helps, thanks for watching!
You need to have the tool in perfect alignment with the vehicle Which isn't really possible so they can't work If it's up or down at either end the measurement will be out😢
You're correct but for checking it after a hard trail ride or new tie rod install, it gets you in the ballpark. It's a handy tool to have but doesn't replace an alignment rack. Thanks for watching the video!
Hi, I have a 2018 Jeep JL Sport which began giving me problems with the autostart not working properly. Then I saw lights on the dash reporting issues. The next day (yesterday) it wouldn't start. I watched your video on bypassing the aux battery, so, I went out and bought one like yours. I'm installing it now, but I had to take a break due to rain. I just want to tell you that I appreciate so much that you explained how to remove the battery and cables as well as bypassing the aux. I'm not a mechanic, I'm 66 years old and this is the first time doing something like this. I was nervous as all heck. So, again I am grateful for the guidance. Joe
@@FROSTBITEOFFROAD No problem, I finished the install and it came out just like you said! I also verified that the autostart/stop also worked, and my autostart on the key fob. Batten a thousand! Thanks again!... Oh, and it really wasn't that heavy, I curled it up and in Real easy! Lol..
If ur testing ur SWR inside a garage or close to power lines ur swr readings will be off u want to be in a open area with nothing around and ur doors closed
You are correct and that was definitely something you needed to do with a CB setup. I was just verifying my new setup was in spec and not going to fry anything. Thanks for watching the video!
Correct, if you pull the aux battery you’ll have to run the aux positive up to the main battery and tape off the aux negative to be safe. That way is a lot more work and not necessary. Hope this helps, thanks for watching the video!
The H6 will work but it will be under more stress if you still use the SS function. When it comes time for a new battery I would recommend getting an H7. Thanks for watching the video!
It should go away after a few cycles but if it doesn’t I’d pull the main battery and have it check at NAPA. Hope this helps, thanks for watching the video!
I doubt you’ll see this but if you do how much do you think of ls dee flats I could do? I have a pretty decent bit of off-road experience but not a whole lot, I drive a 2014 Jeep JKU sport on 33” BFG KO2’s, factory suspension and high clearance fenders, other then they just the basics, lights, winch bumper and winch. I haven’t been out there since I was like 6 years old(22 now) so it’s been a long time. I don’t have lockers as far as I know it’s open front and rear. Also I love the videos
You’d probably be ok with 800 & 802, I’d stay off 803 without lockers and higher ground clearance. Having a winch is good for self recovery but it’s always a good idea to not wheel alone. It’s a good little trail system that’s close to Portland, you’ll have fun up there. Thanks for watching the video’s!
@@FROSTBITEOFFROAD what size lift and tire would you recommend for most of la Dee? I don’t do anything too hardcore since the Jeep is my daily/only rig but still want to get out and do little harder trails.
@frostbiteoffroad first thank you for the awesome video. Can you clarify for the fuse is it F42? On mine it show is a 5A fuse. It does say the same description and yours. Mine is a 20 wrangler. Thank you sir.
I do know they changed some stuff for the newer ones, if it’s the same position and description than I would think it would work the same. It doesn’t hurt to try, thanks for watching the video!
I just now finished installing the same carrier. I put one on my JK last year and it's a little different than my JL. This was easier, I just wish I had adjusted from the most to least space between the tire and carrier. I tried it 3 times finally using the widest. LOL Was a lot of work manually tightening nylon lock nuts. SMH Freaking great video man! Yours is The best and clearest. I watched your video several timrs before I got into it.
If I don’t currently have any aftermarket items going to the battery do I need to upgrade to the larger battery still? Or can I just bypass the Aux now? I’m getting the warning message now that says Aux buttons are not available whenever I forget to turn off the auto start.
I’d upgrade it while you’re at it but it’s totally up to you. I’d image your main battery is on its last leg if you’re getting warnings already. You could take the main battery to Napa and have it tested for peace of mind. Thanks for watching the video!
Hi had a question I installed the whole kit and once I got the camera mounted I put the last casting camera cover so to speak over it and the camera is off center doesn’t line up to the casting piece and help would be so great on how to center the camera etc
If I recall my camera cover piece was bent from welding as well. I just hit it a few times with a sledgehammer and straightened it out. Hope this helps, thanks for watching!
Hi Bryan, Thank you very much for your video. I’m having trouble with starting my Wrangler JL (my guess is the small battery killing everything) Do you confirm that removing the fuse and taping the cable will sort the thing out? I will be able to still start the vehicle? Thank you. Best, G
Yeah, if the small battery is the culprit then you should be able to do this mod and jump your main battery and be good to go. If the main battery got too low on voltage you might want to replace it, hope this helps thanks for watching!
Among many videos on this issue with the auxiliary battery, yours is number one so clear! I wonder if the same technique I could apply on my 392 Rubicon 2022 ! Thx👍🏼
Saw you replace main battery and deactivate the fuse for the small battery but didn’t see small battery being taken out, did you just leave the dead small a battery in??
Yeah I left it in just in case I wanted to swap back for a warranty issue or something of that nature. It’s a nice easy mod, I’d definitely recommend it!
Why do people like that stupid little 3db gain antenna?Don't you want a good SWR Don't you want better range?Then get rid of it and get the MXTA 26 by midland it's a 6 DB gain Pre set and great SWR and BETTER RANGE! I had the "Ghost Antenna like what you have I hated it so I took it and just THREW it as far as I could and then I got the MXTA 26 This was in 2018 I still have my 6 DB gain antenna I had it on a Dodge Ram Pick Up then on a Dodge Grand Caravan now it proudly stands on my 2003 Ford Taurus Station Wagon STILL on the same Magnet Mount and I'm still getting distance with my 5 watt Midland MXT 105 GMRS Radio and YES I do have My 10 year license.
If you hit the button to turn off the start/stop button every time you start the vehicle, do you have anything to worry about regarding the aux battery going dead?
It will be the smaller diameter cable running to the firewall. You’ll know if you do the wrong one because the Jeep won’t start, I hope this helps. Thanks for watching.
From what I’ve read, it changed halfway through the year. You’ll want to disconnect the smaller diameter one running to the firewall. You’ll know if you did the wrong one because the Jeep won’t start. I hope this helps. Thanks for watching!
I was waiting for him to do a quick rearview, and show us the entire rear end missing or something. Nah, for real though, show us the back or I'm calling shenanigans on the minor dent.
Good stuff, didn't know you had to weld the gaps on the top part of the truss. I wonder why they ship it that way? I also asked a buddy of mine to weld my front and rear truss for me. Shops wanted over $1400 for labor.. crazy.
I’m sure when they put it through the brake press that crease is something that’s necessary, so it will need welded when you put it on the axle. Yeah I got quoted over $1000 just to do the rear. Thanks for watching the video!
Yeah, I’m pretty picky about looking up factory specs when I do these installs. It’s easy to over torque those smaller bolts, thanks for watching the video!
I have a 2021 Wrangler EcoDiesel. Lucky for me that my Aux battery is directly under my main battery. Unlucky for all of us is that we have an Aux battery. I replaced both batteries on the 3 year anniversary of my Jeep being made before I had any issues. I live in the desert of Arizona and batteries die in about 3 years. I didn't want it to die on a ride in the desert. I push the button after starting my Jeep. I don't want the engine turning off when I am at a traffic light or when I apply the brake while off roading. I carry a Type S Jump Starter Power Bank with me all the time. I figure I can disconnect the Aux battery when I have a problem and jump the main battery to get going if I have to. I will replace my main battery and delete my Aux battery on the 2nd 3rd anniversary. Thanks for the tip on the F42 fuse.
