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spring mechanism rotates with the steering wheel
and the cam lobes contact the cancel actuator when
it is extended from the multi-function switch. When
the steering wheel is rotated during a turning
maneuver, one of the two turn signal cancel cam
lobes will contact the turn signal cancel actuator. The
cancel actuator latches against the cancel cam rota-
tion in the direction opposite that which is signaled.
In other words, if the left turn signal detent is
selected, the lobes of the cancel cam will ratchet past
the cancel actuator when the steering wheel is
rotated to the left, but will unlatch the cancel actua-
tor as the steering wheel rotates to the right and
returns to center, which will cancel the turn signal
event and release the control stalk from the detent so
it returns to the neutral Off position.
²Washer Mode- Pushing the button on the end
of the multi-function switch control knob towards the
steering column provides a battery current output
through the momentary single pole, single throw
washer switch circuitry to operate the washer pump/
motor and provides a signal to the CTM. If the wip-
ers are not operating when the washer switch is
actuated, the CTM will operate the wiper motor for
as long as the washer switch is depressed plus about
three additional wipe cycles. If the wipers are oper-
ating in the intermittent mode when the washer
switch is actuated, the CTM will operate the wiper
motor at a fixed low speed for as long as the washer
switch is depressed plus about three additional wipe
cycles before the wipers return to the selected inter-
mittent wipe interval.DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - MULTI-FUNCTION
SWITCH
Refer to the appropriate wiring information. The
wiring information includes wiring diagrams, proper
wire and connector repair procedures, details of wire
harness routing and retention, connector pin-out
information and location views for the various wire
harness connectors, splices and grounds.
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
BAGS, DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM BEFORE
ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING
COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT
DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. DISCONNECT AND ISO-
LATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE,
THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYS-
TEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PER-
FORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS
IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG
SYSTEM. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
INJURY.
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable. Disconnect the instrument panel wire harness
connector from the multi-function switch connector
receptacle.
(2) Using an ohmmeter, perform the continuity
and resistance tests at the terminals in the multi-
function switch connector receptacle as shown in the
Multi-Function Switch Tests chart (Fig. 25).
BR/BELAMPS/LIGHTING - EXTERIOR 8L - 25
MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCH (Continued)

DOOR AJAR SWITCH
DESCRIPTION
The door ajar switches are mounted to the door
hinge pillars. The switches close a path to ground for
the Central Timer Module (CTM) when a door is
opened, and open the ground path when a door is
closed.
The door ajar switches cannot be repaired and, if
faulty or damaged, they must be replaced.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - DOOR AJAR
SWITCH
For circuit descriptions and diagrams, refer to the
appropriate wiring information. The wiring informa-tion includes wiring diagrams, proper wire and con-
nector repair procedures, details of wire harness
routing and retention, connector pin-out information
and location views for the various wire harness con-
nectors, splices and grounds.
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
BAGS, REFER TO ELECTRICAL, RESTRAINTS
BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL,
STEERING COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL
COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. FAILURE
TO TAKE THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD
RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT
AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
(1) Rotate the headlamp switch knob counterclock-
wise to ensure that the dome lamps are not switched
off. Open the driver door and note whether the inte-
rior lamps light. They should light. If OK, (Refer to 8
- ELECTRICAL/LAMPS/LIGHTING - EXTERIOR/
HEADLAMP SWITCH - DIAGNOSIS AND TEST-
ING). If not OK, go to Step 2.
(2) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable. Unplug the driver door ajar switch from its
wire harness connector. Check for continuity between
the ground circuit cavity of the driver door ajar
switch wire harness connector and a good ground.
There should be continuity. If OK, go to Step 3. If not
OK, repair the circuit to ground as required.
(3) Check for continuity between the door ajar
switch ground circuit terminal and each of the other
two terminals of the driver door ajar switch. There
should be continuity with the switch plunger
released, and no continuity with the switch plunger
depressed. If OK, go to Step 4. If not OK, replace the
faulty switch.
(4) Remove the Central Timer Module (CTM) from
its mounting bracket to access the CTM wire harness
connectors (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC
CONTROL MODULES/BODY CONTROL/CENTRAL
TIMER MODUL - REMOVAL). Unplug the 14-way
CTM wire harness connector. Check for continuity
between the driver door switch sense circuit cavity of
the 14-way CTM wire harness connector and a good
ground. There should be no continuity. If OK, go to
Step 5. If not OK, repair the short circuit as
required.
(5) Check for continuity between the driver door
switch sense circuit cavities of the 14-way CTM wire
harness connector and the driver door ajar switch
wire harness connector. There should be continuity. If
OK, (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/LAMPS/LIGHTING -
EXTERIOR/HEADLAMP SWITCH - DIAGNOSIS
AND TESTING) If not OK, repair the open circuit as
required.
Fig. 1 Dome Lamp Lens
1 - HEADLINER
2 - CONNECTOR
3 - DOME LAMP
4 - LENS
5 - BULB
Fig. 2 Dome Lamp
1 - SLIDE LAMP
8L - 34 LAMPS/LIGHTING - INTERIORBR/BE
DOME LAMP (Continued)

(5) Install the glove box onto the instrument panel.
(Refer to 23 - BODY/INSTRUMENT PANEL/GLOVE
BOX - INSTALLATION) for the procedures.
(6) Close the glove box.
(7) Reconnect the battery negative cable.
READING LAMP
DESCRIPTION
The overhead console in this vehicle is equipped
with two individual reading and courtesy lamps. The
lamp lenses are the only visible components of these
lamps. The reading and courtesy lamp lenses are
mounted in the overhead console housing between
the garage door opener storage bin and the sun-
glasses storage bin. Each lamp has its own switch,
bulb, reflector and lens; but both lamps share a com-
mon lamp housing within the overhead console.
The overhead console reading and courtesy lamps
operate on battery current that is provided at all
times, regardless of the ignition switch position. The
ground feed for the lamps is switched through the
integral reading and courtesy lamp switches or
through the door jamb switches. Each lamp is
designed and aimed to provide illumination that will
be directed only to that side of the vehicle on which
the lamp is located.
The reading and courtesy lamp lenses, bulbs and
the lamp housing and reflector unit are available for
service replacement. The reading and courtesy lamp
switches, bulb holders and wiring are only available
as part of the overhead console wire harness. If
either of the lamp switches or bulb holders is faulty
or damaged, the entire overhead console wire har-
ness assembly must be replaced.
For service of the reading and courtesy lamp bulbs,
refer to the appropriate wiring information. The wir-
ing information includes wiring diagrams, proper
wire and connector repair procedures, details of wire
harness routing and retention, connector pin-out
information and location views for the various wire
harness connectors, splices and grounds.
OPERATION
All reading and courtesy lamps located in the over-
head console are activated by the door jamb switches.
When all of the doors are closed, these lamps can be
individually activated by depressing the correspond-
ing lens. When any door is open, depressing the lamp
lenses to activate the lamp switches will not turn the
lamps off.
See the owner's manual in the vehicle glove box for
more information on the use and operation of the
overhead console reading and courtesy lamps.
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
(2) Insert a long, narrow, flat-bladed tool between
the curved (outboard) edge of the reading and cour-
tesy lamp lens and the overhead console housing
(Fig. 5).
(3) Gently pry inward and downward against the
lens until the latch tab in the center of the outboard
edge of the reading and courtesy lamp lens is disen-
gaged from the overhead console housing.
(4) Pull firmly on the lens toward the outboard
side of the vehicle to disengage the two pivot tabs on
the inboard edge of the reading and courtesy lamp
lens are disengaged from the overhead console hous-
ing.
(5) Remove the reading and courtesy lamp lens
from the overhead console housing.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position the reading and courtesy lamp lens
onto the overhead console housing.
(2) Align the two pivot tabs on the inboard edge of
the reading and courtesy lamp lens with the two
pivot holes in the overhead console housing.
(3) Push firmly on the lens toward the inboard
side of the vehicle to insert the two pivot tabs on the
inboard edge of the reading and courtesy lamp lens
into the two pivot holes in the overhead console hous-
ing.
(4) Pivot the lens back up into position and press
upward firmly until the latch tab in the center of the
outboard edge of the reading and courtesy lamp lens
snaps back into the overhead console housing.
Fig. 5 Overhead Console Reading Lamp Bulb
Removal
1 - LENS
2 - FLAT BLADE
3 - CONSOLE
8L - 36 LAMPS/LIGHTING - INTERIORBR/BE
GLOVE BOX LAMP AND SWITCH (Continued)

MESSAGE SYSTEMS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
OVERHEAD CONSOLE
DESCRIPTION............................1
STANDARD PROCEDURE...................4
COMPASS CALIBRATION..................4
COMPASS VARIATION ADJUSTMENT........4
COMPASS DEMAGNETIZING...............5
REMOVAL...............................6
DISASSEMBLY............................7
ASSEMBLY..............................7
INSTALLATION............................8
SPECIAL TOOLS..........................8
COMPASS/MINI-TRIP COMPUTER
DESCRIPTION............................8OPERATION.............................9
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING.................10
COMPASS MINI-TRIP COMPUTER..........10
REMOVAL..............................11
INSTALLATION...........................11
AMBIENT TEMP SENSOR
DESCRIPTION...........................11
OPERATION.............................11
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING.................12
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE SENSOR........12
REMOVAL..............................12
INSTALLATION...........................13
OVERHEAD CONSOLE
DESCRIPTION
Two different overhead console units are available
factory-installed options on this model, base or pre-
mium. The base overhead console unit features a
garage door opener storage bin, a sunglasses storage
bin and two reading and courtesy lamps. The pre-
mium overhead console has all of the features of the
base unit, but adds a compass mini-trip computer.
See the owner's manual in the vehicle glove box for
more information on the features, use and operation
of all of the overhead console components and sys-
tems. Refer toOverhead Consolein the Contents of
Wiring Diagrams for complete circuit diagrams.
The premium overhead console (Fig. 1) includes
two front-mounted reading and courtesy lamps, a
garage door opener storage bin, and a sunglasses
storage bin. The premium overhead console includes
a compass mini-trip computer. The base overhead
console uses the same overhead console housing, but
has a computer cover plug installed in place of the
compass mini-trip computer display module lens and
push buttons.
The rear of the overhead console is secured to two
rear mounting holes in the inner roof panel by two
plastic hook formations that are integral to the over-
head console housing. The front of the overhead con-
sole is secured to the two front mounting holes of the
inner roof panel by two plastic latches that are inte-
gral to the overhead console housing. A single electri-
cal connection joins the overhead console wireharness to the roof wire harness for both the base
and premium overhead console units.
Following are general descriptions of the major
components used in the overhead console. See the
owner's manual in the vehicle glove box for more
information on the use and operation of the various
overhead console features.
GARAGE DOOR OPENER STORAGE BIN
A compartment near the front of the overhead con-
sole is designed to hold most garage door opener
remote control transmitters. The transmitter is
mounted within the compartment with an adhesive-
backed hook and loop fastener patch and, when the
compartment is closed, a push button in the center of
the compartment door is depressed to actuate the
transmitter.
A transmitter mounting kit including the adhesive-
backed hook and loop fastener material is available
for service. The garage door opener storage bin door
and the push button with three assorted length
adapter pegs are also available for service replace-
ment.
The garage door opener storage compartment door
is opened by pressing the integral latch towards the
front of the vehicle. When the compartment door is
opened, the push button unit is removed from the
compartment by squeezing the latch tabs and pulling
the unit downward. With the push button removed,
the garage door opener can be installed in the com-
partment using the adhesive-backed hook and loop
fastener material provided.
BR/BEMESSAGE SYSTEMS 8M - 1

DIAGNOSIS & TESTING - COMPASS MINI-TRIP
COMPUTER
If the problem with the compass mini-trip com-
puter module is an inoperative security indicator
lamp, refer toSecurity Indicator Lampin Vehicle
Theft/Security Systems. If the problem with the com-
pass mini-trip computer module is an ªOCº or ªSCº in
the compass/thermometer display, refer toAmbient
Temperature Sensorin the Diagnosis and Testing
section of this group. If the problem with the com-
pass mini-trip computer module is an inaccurate or
scrambled display, refer toSelf-Diagnostic Testin
the Diagnosis and Testing section of this group. If the
problem with the compass mini-trip computer module
is incorrect Vacuum Fluorescent Display (VFD) dim-
ming levels, use a DRBtscan tool and the proper
Diagnostic Procedures manual to test for the correct
dimming message inputs being received from the
instrument cluster over the Chrysler Collision Detec-
tion (CCD) data bus. If the problem is a no-display
condition, use the following procedures. For complete
circuit diagrams, refer toOverhead Consolein the
Contents of Wiring Diagrams.
(1) Check the fused B(+) fuse in the junction block.
If OK, go to Step 2. If not OK, repair the shorted cir-
cuit or component as required and replace the faulty
fuse.
(2) Check for battery voltage at the fused B(+) fuse
in the junction block. If OK, go to Step 3. If not OK,
repair the open fused B(+) circuit to the battery as
required.
(3) Check the fused ignition switch output (run/
start) fuse in the junction block. If OK, go to Step 4.
If not OK, repair the shorted circuit or component as
required and replace the faulty fuse.
(4) Turn the ignition switch to the On position.
Check for battery voltage at the fused ignition switch
output (run/start) fuse in the junction block. If OK,
go to Step 5. If not OK, repair the open fused ignition
switch output (run/start) circuit to the ignition switch
as required.
(5) Turn the ignition switch to the Off position.
Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
Remove the overhead console. Check for continuity
between the ground circuit cavities of the roof wire
harness connector for the overhead console and a
good ground. There should be continuity. If OK, go to
Step 6. If not OK, repair the open ground circuit to
ground as required.
(6) Connect the battery negative cable. Check for
battery voltage at the fused B(+) circuit cavity of the
roof wire harness connector for the overhead console.
If OK, go to Step 7. If not OK, repair the open fused
B(+) circuit to the junction block fuse as required.(7) Turn the ignition switch to the On position.
Check for battery voltage at the fused ignition switch
output (run/start) circuit cavity of the roof wire har-
ness connector for the overhead console. If OK, refer
toSelf-Diagnostic Testin the Diagnosis and Test-
ing section of this group for further diagnosis of the
compass mini-trip computer module and the CCD
data bus. If not OK, repair the open fused ignition
switch output (run/start) circuit to the junction block
fuse as required.
SELF-DIAGNOSTIC TEST
A self-diagnostic test is used to determine that the
compass mini-trip computer module is operating
properly electrically. Initiate the self-diagnostic test
as follows:
(1) With the ignition switch in the Off position,
simultaneously depress and hold the Step button and
the U.S./Metric button.
(2) Turn the ignition switch to the On position.
(3) Continue to hold both buttons depressed until
the compass mini-trip computer module enters the
display segment test. In this test, all of the Vacuum
Fluorescent Display (VFD) segments are lighted
while the compass mini-trip computer module per-
forms the following checks:
²Microprocessor RAM read/write test
²Non-volatile memory read/write test
²Microprocessor ROM verification test
²CCD communications test.
(4) Following completion of these tests, the com-
pass mini-trip computer will display one of three
messages: ªPASS,º ªFAIL,º or ªCCd.º Respond to the
respective test results as follows:
²If the ªPASSº message is displayed, but compass
mini-trip computer operation is still improper, the
use of a DRB scan tool and the proper Diagnostic
Procedures manual are required for further diagno-
sis.
²If the ªFAILº message is displayed, the compass
mini-trip computer module is faulty and must be
replaced.
²If the ªCCdº message is displayed, the use of a
DRBtscan tool and the proper Diagnostic Proce-
dures manual are required for further diagnosis.
²If any VFD segment should fail to light during
the display segment test, the compass mini-trip com-
puter module is faulty and must be replaced.
(5) If all tests are passed, or if the ignition switch
is turned to the Off position, the compass mini-trip
computer module will automatically return to normal
operation.
8M - 10 MESSAGE SYSTEMSBR/BE
COMPASS/MINI-TRIP COMPUTER (Continued)

NOTE: If the compass functions, but accuracy is
suspect, it may be necessary to perform a variation
adjustment. This procedure allows the compass
unit to accommodate variations in the earth's mag-
netic field strength, based on geographic location.
Refer to Compass Variation Adjustment in the Ser-
vice Procedures section of this group.
NOTE: If the compass reading has blanked out, and
only ªCALº appears in the display, demagnetizing
may be necessary to remove excessive residual
magnetic fields from the vehicle. Refer to Compass
Demagnetizing in the Service Procedures section of
this group.
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
(2) Remove the overhead console from the head-
liner. Refer toOverhead Consolein the Removal
and Installation section of this group for the proce-
dures.
(3) Remove the three screws that secure the com-
pass mini-trip computer module to the overhead con-
sole housing (Fig. 7).
(4) Pull the compass mini-trip computer module
away from the overhead console far enough to access
the wire harness connector.
(5) Disconnect the overhead console wire harness
connector from the compass mini-trip computer mod-
ule connector receptacle.
(6) Remove the compass mini-trip computer mod-
ule from the overhead console housing.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position the compass mini-trip computer mod-
ule onto the overhead console housing.
(2) Reconnect the overhead console wire harness
connector to the compass mini-trip computer module
connector receptacle.
(3) Install and tighten the three screws that secure
the compass mini-trip computer module to the over-
head console housing. Tighten the screws to 2.2 N´m
(20 in. lbs.).
(4) Install the overhead console onto the headliner.
Refer toOverhead Consolein the Removal and
Installation section of this group for the procedures.
(5) Reconnect the battery negative cable.
NOTE: If a new compass mini-trip computer has
been installed, the compass will have to be cali-
brated and the variance set. Refer to Compass Vari-
ation Adjustment and Compass Calibration in the
Service Procedures section of this group for the
procedures.
AMBIENT TEMP SENSOR
DESCRIPTION
Ambient air temperature is monitored by the com-
pass mini-trip computer module through the ambient
temperature sensor. The ambient temperature sensor
is a variable resistor mounted to a bracket that is
secured with a screw to the underside of the hood
panel near the hood latch striker in the engine com-
partment.
For complete circuit diagrams, refer toOverhead
Consolein the Contents of Wiring Diagrams. The
ambient temperature sensor cannot be adjusted or
repaired and, if faulty or damaged, it must be
replaced.
OPERATION
The ambient temperature sensor is a variable
resistor that operates on a five-volt reference signal
sent to it by the compass mini-trip computer module.
The resistance in the sensor changes as temperature
changes, changing the return circuit voltage to the
compass mini-trip computer module. Based upon the
resistance in the sensor, the compass mini-trip com-
puter module senses a specific voltage on the return
circuit, which it is programmed to correspond to a
specific temperature.Fig. 7 Compass Mini-Trip Computer
1 - WIRE HARNESS CONNECTOR
2 - SCREWS (3)
3 - COMPASS MINI-TRIP COMPUTER MODULE
4 - FRONT LATCHES
BR/BEMESSAGE SYSTEMS 8M - 11
COMPASS/MINI-TRIP COMPUTER (Continued)

DIAGNOSIS & TESTING - AMBIENT
TEMPERATURE SENSOR
The thermometer function is supported by the
ambient temperature sensor, a wiring circuit, and a
portion of the compass mini-trip computer module. If
any portion of the ambient temperature sensor cir-
cuit fails, the compass/thermometer display function
will self-diagnose the circuit. If 55É C (131É F)
appears in the display, the sensor is being exposed to
temperatures above 55É C (131É F), or the sensor cir-
cuit is shorted. If ±40É C (±40É F) appears in the dis-
play, the sensor is being exposed to temperatures
below ±40É C (±40É F), or the sensor circuit is open.
The ambient temperature sensor circuit can also be
diagnosed using the following Sensor Test, and Sen-
sor Circuit Test. If the temperature sensor and cir-
cuit are confirmed to be OK, but the temperature
display is inoperative or incorrect, refer toCompass
Mini-Trip Computerin the Diagnosis and Testing
section of this group. For complete circuit diagrams,
refer toOverhead Consolein the Contents of Wir-
ing Diagrams.
SENSOR TEST
(1) Turn the ignition switch to the Off position.
Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
Disconnect the ambient temperature sensor wire har-
ness connector.
(2) Measure the resistance of the ambient temper-
ature sensor. At ±40É C (±40É F), the sensor resis-
tance is 336 kilohms. At 55É C (131É F), the sensor
resistance is 2.488 kilohms. The sensor resistance
should read between these two values. If OK, refer to
Sensor Circuit Testin the Diagnosis and Testing
section of this group. If not OK, replace the faulty
ambient temperature sensor.
SENSOR CIRCUIT TEST
(1) Turn the ignition switch to the Off position.
Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
Disconnect the ambient temperature sensor wire har-
ness connector and the overhead console wire har-
ness connector.
(2) Connect a jumper wire between the two termi-
nals in the body half of the ambient temperature sen-
sor wire harness connector.
(3) Check for continuity between the sensor return
circuit and the ambient temperature sensor signal
circuit cavities of the roof wire harness overhead con-
sole connector. There should be continuity. If OK, go
to Step 4. If not OK, repair the open sensor return
circuit or ambient temperature sensor signal circuit
to the ambient temperature sensor as required.(4) Remove the jumper wire from the body half of
the ambient temperature sensor wire harness con-
nector. Check for continuity between the sensor
return circuit cavity of the roof wire harness over-
head console connector and a good ground. There
should be no continuity. If OK, go to Step 5. If not
OK, repair the shorted sensor return circuit as
required.
(5) Check for continuity between the ambient tem-
perature sensor signal circuit cavity of the roof wire
harness overhead console connector and a good
ground. There should be no continuity. If OK, refer to
Compass Mini-Trip Computerin the Diagnosis
and Testing section of this group. If not OK, repair
the shorted ambient temperature sensor signal cir-
cuit as required.
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
(2) Locate the ambient temperature sensor, on the
underside of the hood near the hood latch striker
(Fig. 8).
(3) Disconnect the wire harness connector from the
ambient temperature sensor connector receptacle.
(4) Remove the one screw that secures the ambient
temperature sensor bracket to the inner hood rein-
forcement.
(5) Remove the ambient temperature sensor from
the inner hood reinforcement.
Fig. 8 Ambient Temperature Sensor Remove/Install
1 - HOOD
2 - SCREW
3 - SENSOR AND BRACKET
4 - WIRE HARNESS CONNECTOR
5 - HOOD LATCH STRIKER
8M - 12 MESSAGE SYSTEMSBR/BE
AMBIENT TEMP SENSOR (Continued)

On those models equipped with the optional RKE
system, the power lock system also includes the fol-
lowing components, which are described in further
detail elsewhere in this service manual:
²Central Timer Module- The high-line or pre-
mium Central Timer Module (CTM) is located under
the driver side end of the instrument panel, inboard
of the instrument panel steering column opening.
The high-line or premium CTM contains a micropro-
cessor and software that allow it to provide the many
electronic functions and features not available with
base version of the power lock system.
²Door Cylinder Lock Switches- A resistor-
multiplexed switch located on the back of each front
door lock cylinder allows the power door lock system
to be operated using a key inserted in either the
driver or passenger front door lock cylinder.
Some of the additional features of the power lock
system found in vehicles with the RKE system option
include:
²Automatic Door Lock- The high-line/premium
CTM provides an optional automatic door lock fea-
ture (also known as rolling door locks). This is a pro-
grammable feature.
²Central Locking- The high-line/premium CTM
provides an optional central locking/unlocking fea-
ture.
²Door Lock Inhibit- The high-line/premium
CTM provides a door lock inhibit feature.
²Enhanced Accident Response- The high-line/
premium CTM provides an optional enhanced acci-
dent response feature. This is a programmable
feature.
Hard wired circuitry connects the power lock sys-
tem components to the electrical system of the vehi-
cle. These hard wired circuits are integral to several
wire harnesses, which are routed throughout the
vehicle and retained by many different methods.
These circuits may be connected to each other, to the
vehicle electrical system and to the power lock sys-
tem components through the use of a combination of
soldered splices, splice block connectors, and many
different types of wire harness terminal connectors
and insulators. Refer to the appropriate wiring infor-
mation. The wiring information includes wiring dia-
grams, proper wire and connector repair procedures,
further details on wire harness routing and reten-
tion, as well as pin-out and location views for the
various wire harness connectors, splices and grounds.
Many of the electronic features in the vehicle con-
trolled or supported by the high-line or premium ver-
sions of the CTM are programmable using the
DRBIIItscan tool. In addition, the high-line/pre-
mium CTM software is Flash compatible, which
means it can be reprogrammed using Flash repro-
gramming procedures. However, if any of the CTMhardware components are damaged or faulty, the
entire CTM unit must be replaced. The power lock
system components and the hard wired inputs or out-
puts of the CTM can be diagnosed using conventional
diagnostic tools and methods; however, for diagnosis
of the high-line or premium versions of the CTM or
the CCD data bus, the use of a DRBIIItscan tool is
required. Refer to the appropriate diagnostic infor-
mation.
DESCRIPTION - REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY
SYSTEM
A Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system is an avail-
able option on this model. The Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) system is a Radio Frequency (RF) system that
allows the remote operation of the power lock system
and, if the vehicle is so equipped, the Vehicle Theft
Security System (VTSS). (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
VEHICLE THEFT SECURITY - DESCRIPTION).
The RKE system includes the following major compo-
nents, which are described in further detail else-
where in this service manual:
²Central Timer Module- The high-line or pre-
mium Central Timer Module (CTM) is located under
the driver side end of the instrument panel, inboard
of the instrument panel steering column opening.
The high-line or premium CTM contains a micropro-
cessor, an RF receiver, and the software that allow it
to provide the many electronic functions and features
of the RKE system.
²Keyless Entry Transmitter- The keyless
entry transmitter is a small, battery-powered, RF
transmitter that is contained within a molded plastic
case that is designed to also serve as a convenient
key fob.
Some additional features of the RKE system
include:
²Horn Chirp- This feature provides a short,
sharp chirp of the vehicle horn to give an audible
confirmation that a valid Lock signal has been
received from the RKE transmitter. This feature can
be enabled or disabled and, if enabled, one of two
optional horn chirp durations (twenty or forty milli-
seconds) can also be selected.
²Illuminated Entry- This feature turns on the
courtesy lamps in the vehicle for a timed interval
(about thirty seconds) each time a valid Unlock sig-
nal has been received from the RKE transmitter.
²Panic Mode- This feature allows the vehicle
operator to cause the vehicle horn to pulse, the head-
lights to flash, and the courtesy lamps to illuminate
for about three minutes by depressing a Panic button
on the RKE transmitter. Pressing the Panic button a
second time will cancel the Panic mode. A vehicle
speed of about 24 kilometers-per-hour (15 miles-per-
hour) will also cancel the panic mode.
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²Horn Chirp- If this feature is enabled, the
CTM provides a horn chirp by internally pulling the
control coil of the horn relay to ground through a
hard wired circuit output.
²Illuminated Entry- The CTM provides illumi-
nated entry by internally controlling the current flow
to the courtesy lamps in the vehicle through a hard
wired output circuit.
²Panic Mode- The CTM provides the horn pulse
and headlight flash by internally pulling the control
coils of the horn relay and headlamp relay to ground
through hard wired circuit outputs. The CTM con-
trols the current flow to the courtesy lamps in the
vehicle through a hard wired output circuit. The
CTM also monitors the vehicle speed through elec-
tronic messages it receives from the Powertrain Con-
trol Module (PCM) over the Chrysler Collision
Detection (CCD) data bus network.
The RKE system operates on battery current received
through a fused B(+) circuit from a fuse in the Junction
Block (JB) so that the system remains functional,
regardless of the ignition switch position. The RKE sys-
tem can retain the vehicle access codes of up to four
RKE transmitters. The transmitter codes are retained
in RKE system memory, even if the battery is discon-
nected. If a transmitter is faulty or is lost, new trans-
mitter vehicle access codes can be programmed into the
system using a DRBIIItscan tool. Refer to the appro-
priate diagnostic information. Many of the electronic
features in the vehicle controlled or supported by the
high-line or premium versions of the CTM are program-
mable using the DRBIIItscan tool. In addition, the
high-line/premium CTM software is Flash compatible,
which means it can be reprogrammed using Flash
reprogramming procedures. However, if any of the CTM
hardware components are damaged or faulty, the entire
CTM unit must be replaced. The hard wired inputs or
outputs of the CTM can be diagnosed using conven-
tional diagnostic tools and methods; however, for diag-
nosis of the high-line or premium versions of the CTM
or the CCD data bus, the use of a DRBIIItscan tool is
required. Refer to the appropriate diagnostic informa-
tion.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - POWER LOCK
SYSTEM
The following tests provide a preliminary diagnosis
for the power lock system usedonlyon vehicles
equipped with a base version of the Central Timer
Module (CTM). These testsdo notapply to the diag-
nosis of the power lock system used on vehicles
equipped with the optional Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) system, which includes a high-line or premium
CTM. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/POWER LOCKS -
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - POWER LOCK &
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM). Refer to theappropriate wiring information. The wiring informa-
tion includes wiring diagrams, proper wire and con-
nector repair procedures, details of wire harness
routing and retention, connector pin-out information
and location views for the various wire harness con-
nectors, splices and grounds.
PRELIMINARY TESTS
To begin this test, note the system operation while
you actuate both the Lock and Unlock functions with
the power lock switches. Then, proceed as follows:
²If the entire power lock system fails to function
with both of the power lock switches, check the fused
B(+) fuse in the Junction Block (JB). If the fuse is
OK, check the ground circuit between the driver side
power lock switch and ground (G301). If the ground
circuit is OK, proceed to the diagnosis of the power
lock motors. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/POWER
LOCKS/POWER LOCK MOTOR - DIAGNOSIS AND
TESTING).
²If the entire power lock system fails to function
with only one of the power lock switches, proceed to
diagnosis of the power lock switches. (Refer to 8 -
ELECTRICAL/POWER LOCKS/POWER LOCK
SWITCH - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING).
²If only one power lock motor fails to operate
with both power lock switches, proceed to diagnosis
of the power lock motor. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
POWER LOCKS/POWER LOCK MOTOR - DIAGNO-
SIS AND TESTING).
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - POWER LOCK &
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM
The following tests include a preliminary diagnosis
for the power lock system usedonlyon vehicles
equipped with the optional Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) system, which includes a high-line or premium
Central Timer Module (CTM). These testsdo not
apply to the diagnosis of the power lock system on
vehicles equipped with a base version of the CTM.
(Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/POWER LOCKS - DIAG-
NOSIS AND TESTING - POWER LOCK SYSTEM).
These tests will help to diagnose the hard wired
components and circuits of the power lock system.
However, these tests may not prove conclusive in the
diagnosis of this system. In order to obtain conclusive
testing of the power lock and RKE system, the
Chrysler Collision Detection (CCD) data bus network
and all of the electronic modules that provide inputs
to, or receive outputs from the power lock and RKE
system components must be checked.
The most reliable, efficient, and accurate means to
diagnose the power lock and RKE system requires the
use of a DRBIIItscan tool. The DRBIIItscan tool can
provide confirmation that the CCD data bus is func-
tional, that all of the electronic modules are sending
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and receiving the proper messages on the CCD data
bus, that the CTM is receiving the proper hard wired
inputs, and that the power lock motors are being sent
the proper hard wired outputs by the CTM.
Refer to the appropriate wiring information. The
wiring information includes wiring diagrams, proper
wire and connector repair procedures, details of wire
harness routing and retention, connector pin-out
information and location views for the various wire
harness connectors, splices and grounds.
PRELIMINARY TESTS
To begin this test, note the system operation while
you actuate both the Lock and Unlock functions with
the power lock switches, the door cylinder lock switches,
and the RKE transmitter. Then, proceed as follows:
²If the entire power lock system fails to function
with the power lock switches, the door cylinder lock
switches, or the RKE transmitter, check the fused
B(+) fuse in the Junction Block (JB). If the fuse is
OK, proceed to the diagnosis of the power lock
motors. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/POWER LOCKS/
POWER LOCK MOTOR - DIAGNOSIS AND TEST-
ING).
²If the power lock system functions with both
power lock switches, and both door cylinder lock
switches, but not with the RKE transmitter, proceed
to the diagnosis of the transmitter. (Refer to 8 -
ELECTRICAL/POWER LOCKS/REMOTE KEYLESS
ENTRY TRANSMITTER - DIAGNOSIS AND TEST-
ING).
²
If the entire power lock system functions with the
RKE transmitter, and both door cylinder lock switches,
but not with one or both of the power lock switches, pro-
ceed to diagnosis of the power lock switches. (Refer to 8
- ELECTRICAL/POWER LOCKS/POWER LOCK
SWITCH - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING).
²If the entire power lock system functions with
the RKE transmitter, and both power lock switches,
but not with one or both of the door cylinder lock
switches, proceed to diagnosis of the door cylinder
lock switches. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/POWER
LOCKS/DOOR CYLINDER LOCK SWITCH - DIAG-
NOSIS AND TESTING).
²If one power lock motor fails to operate with
both of the power lock switches, both of the door cyl-
inder lock switches and/or the RKE transmitter, pro-
ceed to diagnosis of the power lock motor. (Refer to 8
- ELECTRICAL/POWER LOCKS/POWER LOCK
MOTOR - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING).
If the problem being diagnosed is related to one or
more of the electronic features (automatic locks, door
lock inhibit, enhanced accident response, illuminated
entry, panic mode, or RKE horn chirp), further diag-
nosis should be performed using a DRBIIItscan tool.
Refer to the appropriate diagnostic information.
DOOR CYLINDER LOCK
SWITCH
DESCRIPTION
A door cylinder lock switch is snapped onto the
back of the key lock cylinder inside each front door of
vehicles equipped with a high-line or premium Cen-
tral Timer Module (CTM). The door cylinder lock
switch is a resistor multiplexed momentary switch
that is hard wired in series between a body ground
and the CTM through the front door wire harness.
The door cylinder lock switches are driven by the key
lock cylinders and contain three internal resistors.
One resistor is used for the neutral switch position,
one for the Lock position, and one for the Unlock
position.
The door cylinder lock switches cannot be adjusted
or repaired and, if faulty or damaged, they must be
replaced.
OPERATION
The door cylinder lock switches are actuated by the
key lock cylinder when the key is inserted in the lock
cylinder and turned to the lock or unlock positions.
The door cylinder lock switch closes a path to ground
through one of three internal resistors for the Cen-
tral Timer Module (CTM) when the front door key
lock cylinder is in the Lock, Unlock, or Neutral posi-
tions. The CTM reads the switch status through an
internal pull-up, then uses this information as an
input for both power lock system and Vehicle Theft
Security System (VTSS) operation.
The door cylinder lock switches and circuits can be
diagnosed using conventional diagnostic tools and
methods.
DIAGNOSIS & TESTING - DOOR CYLINDER
LOCK SWITCH
Refer to the appropriate wiring information. The
wiring information includes wiring diagrams, proper
wire and connector repair procedures, details of wire
harness routing and retention, connector pin-out
information and location views for the various wire
harness connectors, splices and grounds.
(1) Disconnect the door cylinder lock switch pigtail
wire connector from the door wire harness connector.
(2) Using an ohmmeter, perform the switch resis-
tance checks between the two cavities of the door cyl-
inder lock switch pigtail wire connector. Actuate the
switch by rotating the key in the door lock cylinder
to test for the proper resistance values in each of the
three switch positions, as shown in the Door Cylinder
Lock Switch chart.
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