Retained Accessory Power

**ctnative** · 09-21-2008, 04:11 PM

I have a problem with the Retained Accessory Power in my 98 Camaro SS and hope someone can give me some leads on things to check.

I bought my car about 3 weeks ago and only drove it once because I was waiting on tags. During that time I replaced factory stereo deck with an aftermarket Alpine unit and replaced the drivers side pw motor/regulator. Since doing all of this when I shut the car down and open my drivers door the power doesn't cut to the radio but it works fine on the passenger side.

Where should I be looking to fix this?

Jon

**bills98ta** · 09-21-2008, 05:31 PM

Check the door button, or the dome light switch in the door jam.

**ctnative** · 09-21-2008, 06:28 PM

Thanks, I'll check it out tomorrow.

Jon

**ctnative** · 09-22-2008, 01:37 PM

Ok I do not see any switch in my door jams - is it integrated into the PDL lock mechanism?

**ctnative** · 09-22-2008, 05:50 PM

LS1 Tech reports an '02 as being integrated but a 98 t-top having the separate switch. Seeing as I see no signs of switches in either door jam I'll pursue ordering the integrated version.

Jon

**bills98ta** · 09-23-2008, 05:04 AM

I will check my 98 tonight. It's in a car trailer now, and I can't open the doors yet...
At least it will time out & should shut off after a few minutes... I thought the button was between the hinges, but not sure now.

**ctnative** · 09-23-2008, 08:11 AM

I appreciate it Bill.

**bills98ta** · 09-23-2008, 11:58 AM

You are right, there is no button. It is in the door latch. Using a screw driver, with the door open, as soon as I start pushing the latch in the door, the light goes out.