center console JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 2002 WJ / 2.G User Guide

LAMPS/LIGHTING - INTERIOR
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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LAMPS/LIGHTING - INTERIOR
SPECIFICATIONS
...................................28
COURTESY LAMP
REMOVAL
REMOVAL - BULB.....................29
REMOVAL - LAMP.....................29
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION - BULB.................29
INSTALLATION - LAMP.................29
DOME LAMP
REMOVAL
REMOVAL - BULB.....................29
REMOVAL - LAMP.....................29
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION - BULB.................29
INSTALLATION - LAMP.................29
DOOR AJAR SWITCH
DESCRIPTION
DESCRIPTION - DOOR AJAR SWITCH.....29
DESCRIPTION - FLIP UP GLASS AJAR
SWITCH............................29DESCRIPTION - LIFTGATE AJAR SWITCH . . 30
OPERATION
OPERATION - DOOR AJAR SWITCH.......30
OPERATION - FLIP UP GLASS AJAR
SWITCH............................30
OPERATION - LIFTGATE AJAR SWITCH....30
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - DOOR AJAR
SWITCH............................30
GLOVE BOX LAMP/SWITCH
REMOVAL.............................31
INSTALLATION.........................31
READING LAMP
DESCRIPTION.........................32
OPERATION...........................32
REMOVAL.............................32
INSTALLATION.........................32
TRANS RANGE INDICATOR ILLUMINATION
DESCRIPTION.........................32
VANITY LAMP
REMOVAL.............................32
INSTALLATION.........................32
LAMPS/LIGHTING - INTERIOR
SPECIFICATIONS
CAUTION: Do not use bulbs other than the bulbs
listed in the Bulb Application Table. Damage to
lamp can result.
Service procedures for most of the lamps in the
instrument panel, are located in Electrical, Instru-
ment Panel. Some components have lamps that can
only be serviced by an Authorized Service Center
(ASC) after the component is removed from the vehi-
cle.
LAMP BULB TYPE
A/C HEATER NOT SERVICED
ASH RECEIVER 161
CLIMATE CONTROL 74
PASSENGER ASSIST
HANDLE214±2
FRONT READING 192
GLOVE COMPARTMENT 194
TELLTALE/HAZARD LAMP 74
HEATER NOT SERVICED
OVERHEAD CONSOLE 192
RADIO ASC
REAR CARGO 214±2
UNDER PANEL COURTESY 906
CLUSTER ILLUMINATION 103
SUNVISOR VANITY CHRYSLER P/N
6501966
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MESSAGE SYSTEMS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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OVERHEAD CONSOLE
DESCRIPTION..........................1
OPERATION............................1
STANDARD PROCEDURE
STANDARD PROCEDURE - MODULE LAMP
REPLACEMENT.......................1
STANDARD PROCEDURE - COURTESY
LAMP REPLACEMENT..................1
STANDARD PROCEDURE - MODULE LENS
REPLACEMENT.......................2
STANDARD PROCEDURE - ELECTRONIC
VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER
PROGRAMMING.......................2
STANDARD PROCEDURE - COMPASS
DEMAGNETIZING......................4
STANDARD PROCEDURE - COMPASS
CALIBRATION.........................5
STANDARD PROCEDURE - COMPASS
VARIATION ADJUSTMENT................5
REMOVAL.............................5
INSTALLATION..........................6
SPECIAL TOOLS
OVERHEAD CONSOLE SYSTEMS.........6
ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFO CENTER
DESCRIPTION..........................6OPERATION............................9
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - ELECTRONIC
VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER.........9
STANDARD PROCEDURE - TIRE PRESSURE
SYSTEM TEST.......................10
REMOVAL.............................10
INSTALLATION.........................10
UNIVERSAL TRANSMITTER
DESCRIPTION.........................11
OPERATION...........................11
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - UNIVERSAL
TRANSMITTER.......................11
AMBIENT TEMP SENSOR
DESCRIPTION.........................12
OPERATION...........................12
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - AMBIENT
TEMPERATURE SENSOR...............12
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - AMBIENT
TEMPERATURE SENSOR CIRCUIT........12
REMOVAL.............................12
INSTALLATION.........................13
OVERHEAD CONSOLE
DESCRIPTION
An overhead console is standard factory-installed
equipment on this model. The overhead console
includes the Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC) and two reading and courtesy lamps (Fig. 1).
On vehicles equipped with a power sunroof option,
the overhead console also houses the power sunroof
switch between the two reading and courtesy lamps.
The overhead console is mounted with one screw and
two snap-clips to a molded plastic retainer bracket
located above the headliner. The retainer bracket is
secured with adhesive to the inside surface of the
roof panel.
Following are general descriptions of the major
components used in the overhead console. Refer to
Overhead Consolein Wiring Diagrams for complete
circuit diagrams.
OPERATION
See the owner's manual in the vehicle glove box for
more information on the use and operation of the
various overhead console features.
STANDARD PROCEDURE
STANDARD PROCEDURE - MODULE LAMP
REPLACEMENT
(1) Remove the overhead console (Refer to 8 -
ELECTRICAL/OVERHEAD CONSOLE - REMOV-
AL).
(2) Using a flat blade screwdriver twist out socket/
lamp (Fig. 2).
(3) Replace lamp(s) as necessary.
STANDARD PROCEDURE - COURTESY LAMP
REPLACEMENT
(1) Open hood, disconnect and isolate the negative
battery cable.
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(2) Remove the overhead console from the head-
liner (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/OVERHEAD CON-
SOLE - REMOVAL).(3) Remove the lamp and socket assembly from the
overhead console.
(4) Remove the lamp bulb by pulling it straight
out of its socket.
STANDARD PROCEDURE - MODULE LENS
REPLACEMENT
(1) Remove the overhead console (Refer to 8 -
ELECTRICAL/OVERHEAD CONSOLE - REMOV-
AL).
(2) Remove the electronics module from the over-
head console. Refer to the procedure in this section.
(3) Unsnap the lens from the module and replace
lens as necessary.
STANDARD PROCEDURE - ELECTRONIC
VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER
PROGRAMMING
EVIC PROGRAMMING MODE
The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
provides the vehicle operator with a user interface,
which allows the selection of several optional cus-
tomer programmable electronic features to suit indi-
vidual preferences. The EVIC must be placed into its
programming mode in order to view or change the
programmable features. To enter the EVIC program-
ming mode and to view or change the selected pro-
grammable features options, proceed as follows:
(1) Turn the ignition switch to the On position.
(2) Depress and release the Menu push button.
The first item in the programmable features menu
list will appear in the EVIC display.
(3) Momentarily depress and release the Menu
push button to step through the programmable fea-
tures list. Each programmable feature and its cur-
rently selected option will appear on the EVIC
display in the sequence shown in the Programmable
Features list that follows.
(4) Momentarily depress and release the Step push
button to step through the available options for the
programmable feature being displayed.
(5) The option that last appears in the display
with a programmable feature before exiting the pro-
gramming mode, becomes the newly selected pro-
grammable feature option.
(6) The EVIC exits the programming mode and
returns to its normal operating mode when the C/T
push button is depressed or when the end of the pro-
grammable features menu list is reached, whichever
occurs first.
Fig. 1 Overhead Console
1 - POWER SUNROOF SWITCH (IF EQUIPPED)
2 - READING AND COURTESY LAMPS
3 - UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER PUSH BUTTONS (IF
EQUIPPED)
4 - SCREW
5 - ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER PUSH
BUTTONS
Fig. 2 Top of Overhead Console
1 - OVERHEAD CONSOLE HOUSING
2 - EVIC MODULE
3 - ILLUMINATION LAMPS
4 - SCREWS (4)
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OVERHEAD CONSOLE (Continued)

²RETRAIN TIRE SENSORS?- This program-
mable feature only applies to vehicles equipped with
the optional tire pressure monitoring system. The
options include Yes and No. The default is No. When
Yes is selected and the menu button is depressed, the
EVIC will enter the training mode starting with the
left front tire.
²EASY EXIT SEAT?- This programmable fea-
ture only applies to vehicles equipped with the
optional memory system. The options include Yes and
No. The default is No. When Yes is selected, the
driver seat moves rearward about 55 millimeters
(two inches) or to the farthest rearward position,
whichever comes first, when the key is removed from
the ignition switch lock cylinder. This provides addi-
tional ease for exiting from the vehicle. The seat will
automatically return to the memory system setting
position when the Driver 1 or Driver 2 button of the
memory switch on the door panel is depressed or, if
theREMOTE LINKED TO MEMORYprogramma-
ble feature is enabled, when the RKE Unlock button
is depressed. While not automatic, an easy entry fea-
ture can be obtained by enabling theEASY EXIT
SEATfeature and disabling theREMOTE LINKED
TO MEMORYfeature. Then theEASY EXIT SEAT
feature will move the seat back, but the RKE unlock
event will not reposition the seat. Thus, the seat
remains positioned for easy entry, and the memory
switch on the door panel can be depressed after
entering the vehicle to return the seat to the desired
memory position.
STANDARD PROCEDURE - COMPASS
DEMAGNETIZING
A degaussing tool (Special Tool 6029) is used to
demagnetize, or degauss, the overhead console for-
ward mounting screw and the roof panel above the
overhead console. Equivalent units must be rated as
continuous duty for 110/115 volts and 60 Hz. They
must also have a field strength of over 350 gauss at 7
millimeters (0.25 inch) beyond the tip of the probe.
To demagnetize the roof panel and the overhead
console forward mounting screw, proceed as follows:
(1) Be certain that the ignition switch is in the Off
position, before you begin the demagnetizing proce-
dure.
(2) Connect the degaussing tool to an electrical
outlet, while keeping the tool at least 61 centimeters
(2 feet) away from the compass unit.
(3) Slowly approach the head of the overhead con-
sole forward mounting screw with the degaussing
tool connected.
(4) Contact the head of the screw with the plastic
coated tip of the degaussing tool for about two sec-
onds.(5) With the degaussing tool still energized, slowly
back it away from the screw. When the tip of the tool
is at least 61 centimeters (2 feet) from the screw
head, disconnect the tool.
(6) Place a piece of paper approximately 22 by 28
centimeters (8.5 by 11 inches), oriented on the vehicle
lengthwise from front to rear, on the center line of
the roof at the windshield header (Fig. 3). The pur-
pose of the paper is to protect the roof panel from
scratches, and to define the area to be demagnetized.
(7) Connect the degaussing tool to an electrical
outlet, while keeping the tool at least 61 centimeters
(2 feet) away from the compass unit.
(8) Slowly approach the center line of the roof
panel at the windshield header, with the degaussing
tool connected.
(9) Contact the roof panel with the plastic coated
tip of the degaussing tool. Be sure that the template
is in place to avoid scratching the roof panel. Using a
slow, back-and-forth sweeping motion, and allowing
13 millimeters (0.50 inch) between passes, move the
tool at least 11 centimeters (4 inches) to each side of
the roof center line, and 28 centimeters (11 inches)
back from the windshield header.
(10) With the degaussing tool still energized,
slowly back it away from the roof panel. When the
Fig. 3 Roof Demagnetizing Pattern
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OVERHEAD CONSOLE (Continued)

tip of the tool is at least 61 centimeters (2 feet) from
the roof panel, disconnect the tool.
(11) Calibrate the compass and adjust the compass
variance (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/OVERHEAD
CONSOLE - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
STANDARD PROCEDURE - COMPASS
CALIBRATION
CAUTION: Do not place any external magnets, such
as magnetic roof mount antennas, in the vicinity of
the compass. Do not use magnetic tools when ser-
vicing the overhead console.
The electronic compass unit features a self-cali-
brating design, which simplifies the calibration pro-
cedure. This feature automatically updates the
compass calibration while the vehicle is being driven.
This allows the compass unit to compensate for small
changes in the residual magnetism that the vehicle
may acquire during normal use. If the compass read-
ings appear to be erratic or out of calibration, per-
form the following calibration procedure. Also, new
service replacement Electronic Vehicle Information
Center (EVIC) modules must have their compass cal-
ibrated using this procedure. Do not attempt to cali-
brate the compass near large metal objects such as
other vehicles, large buildings, or bridges; or, near
overhead or underground power lines.
NOTE: Whenever an EVIC module is replaced, the
variance number must also be reset. Refer to Com-
pass Variation Adjustment in this group.
Calibrate the compass manually as follows:
(1) Turn the ignition switch to the On position. If
the compass/temperature data is not currently being
displayed, momentarily depress and release the C/T
push button to reach the compass/temperature dis-
play.
(2) Depress the Reset push button and hold the
button down until ªCALº appears in the display. This
takes about ten seconds, and appears about five sec-
onds after ªVARIANCE = XXº is displayed.
(3) Release the Reset push button.
(4) Drive the vehicle on a level surface, away from
large metal objects and power lines, through one
complete circle at between five and eight kilometers-
per-hour (three and five miles-per-hour) in not less
than 20 seconds. The ªCALº message will disappear
from the display to indicate that the compass is now
calibrated.
NOTE: If the ªCALº message remains in the display,
either there is excessive magnetism near the com-
pass, or the unit is faulty. Repeat the calibration
procedure one more time.NOTE: If the wrong direction is still indicated in the
compass display, the area selected for calibration
may be too close to a strong magnetic field. Repeat
the calibration procedure in another location.
STANDARD PROCEDURE - COMPASS
VARIATION ADJUSTMENT
Compass variance, also known as magnetic decli-
nation, is the difference in angle between magnetic
north and true geographic north. In some geographic
locations, the difference between magnetic and geo-
graphic north is great enough to cause the compass
to give false readings. If this problem occurs, the
compass variance setting may need to be changed.
To set the compass variance:
(1) Using the Variance Settings map, find your
geographic location and note the zone number (Fig.
4).
(2) Turn the ignition switch to the On position. If
the compass/temperature data is not currently being
displayed, momentarily depress and release the C/T
push button to reach the compass/temperature dis-
play.
(3) Depress the Reset push button and hold the
button down until ªVARIANCE = XXº appears in the
display. This takes about five seconds.
(4) Release the Reset push button. ªVARIANCE
=XX º will remain in the display. ªXXº equals the cur-
rent variance zone setting.
(5) Momentarily depress and release the Step push
button to step through the zone numbers, until the
zone number for your geographic location appears in
the display.
(6) Momentarily depress and release the Reset
push button to enter the displayed zone number into
the EVIC module memory.
(7) Confirm that the correct directions are now
indicated by the compass.
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
(2) Remove the screw that secures the front of the
overhead console to the front of the overhead console
retainer bracket.
(3) Insert the fingertips of both hands between the
headliner and the sides of the overhead console hous-
ing in the area near the reading and courtesy lamps.
(4) Pull downward on the sides of the overhead
console housing firmly and evenly to disengage the
two snap clips that secure the rear of the unit from
their receptacles in the overhead console retainer
bracket.
(5) Lower the overhead console from the headliner
far enough to access the wire harness connectors.
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OVERHEAD CONSOLE (Continued)

(6) Disconnect the roof wire harness connectors
from the Electronic Vehicle Information Center con-
nector receptacle, the reading and courtesy lamp wire
harness connector and, if the vehicle is so equipped,
from the back of the power sunroof switch.
(7) Remove the overhead console from the head-
liner.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position the overhead console near the mount-
ing location on the headliner.
(2) Reconnect the roof wire harness connectors to
the Electronic Vehicle Information Center connector
receptacle, the reading and courtesy lamp wire har-
ness connector and, if the vehicle is so equipped, to
the back of the power sunroof switch.
(3) Align the two snap clips on the rear of the
overhead console housing with their receptacles in
the overhead console retainer bracket.
(4) Push upward firmly and evenly on the sides of
the overhead console housing over both of the snap
clip locations until each of the two snap clips is fully
engaged with its receptacle in the overhead console
retainer bracket.
(5) Install and tighten the screw that secures the
front of the overhead console housing to the overhead
console retainer bracket. Tighten the screw to 1.2
N´m (10 in. lbs.).
(6) Reconnect the battery negative cable.
SPECIAL TOOLS
OVERHEAD CONSOLE SYSTEMS
ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFO
CENTER
DESCRIPTION
The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
is located in the overhead console on models
equipped with this option. Three versions of the
EVIC module are available on the Grand Cherokee.
These three versions are identical except that some
models include an integral three-push button Univer-
sal Transmitter transceiver and/or Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (TPM). All three EVIC modules
feature a large Vacuum Fluorescent Display (VFD)
screen for displaying information, and back-lit push
buttons function switches labeled C/T (compass/tem-
perature), RESET, STEP, and MENU. The VFD
screen can also display a vehicle graphic that is used
Fig. 4 Variance Settings
Degaussing Tool 6029
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OVERHEAD CONSOLE (Continued)

messages. The EVIC module uses its internal pro-
gramming and all of its data inputs to calculate and
display the requested data. If the data displayed is
incorrect, perform the self-diagnostic tests as
described in this group. If these tests prove inconclu-
sive, the use of a DRBIIItscan tool and the proper
Diagnostic Procedures manual are recommended for
further testing of the EVIC module and the PCI data
bus.
The EVIC module cannot be repaired, and is avail-
able for service only as a unit. This unit includes the
push button switches and the plastic housed module.
If any of these components are faulty or damaged,
the complete EVIC module must be replaced. The
incandescent bulbs used for EVIC push button back-
lighting and the display lens are available for service
replacement.
ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER
CHIME
The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
uses the chime warning system for two different
kinds of support. In addition to requesting chime
tones from the Body Control Module (BCM) as tactile
beep support, the EVIC is programmed to send chime
request messages over the Programmable Communi-
cations Interface (PCI) data bus when it detects the
following conditions:
²Door Open Warning- A door is open above a
critical speed [about 16 kilometers-per-hour (10
miles-per-hour) for the driver side front door, or
about 5 kilometers-per-hour (3 miles-per-hour) for
any other door].
²Liftgate Open Warning- The liftgate is open
above a critical speed [about 5 kilometers-per-hour (3
miles-per-hour)].
²Liftglass Open Warning- The liftgate flip-up
glass is open above a critical speed [about 5 kilome-
ters-per-hour (3 miles-per-hour)].
²Low Coolant Level Warning- The coolant
level in the engine coolant reservoir is low.
²Perform Service Alert- An audible alert that
a ªPerform Serviceº reminder message is being dis-
played by the EVIC.
²Turn Signal On Warning- A turn signal
remains on for about 1.6 kilometers (one mile).
²Washer Fluid Low Warning- The fluid level
in the washer reservoir is low.
See the owner's manual in the vehicle glove box for
more information on the features, use and operation
of the EVIC. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/OVERHEAD
CONSOLE/ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFO CENTER
- DESCRIPTION) for more information on the EVIC.
COMPASS
While in the compass/temperature mode, the com-
pass will display the direction in which the vehicle is
pointed using the eight major compass headings
(Examples: north is N, northeast is NE). The self-cal-
ibrating compass unit requires no adjusting in nor-
mal use. The only calibration that may prove
necessary is to drive the vehicle in one circle at 5 to
8 kilometers-per-hour (3 to 5 miles-per-hour), on level
ground, in not less than 20 seconds. This will reori-
ent the compass unit to its vehicle.
The compass unit also will compensate for magne-
tism the body of the vehicle may acquire during nor-
mal use. However, avoid placing anything magnetic
directly on the roof of the vehicle. Magnetic mounts
for an antenna, a repair order hat, or a funeral pro-
cession flag can exceed the compensating ability of
the compass unit if placed on the roof panel. Mag-
netic bit drivers used on the fasteners that hold the
overhead console assembly to the roof header can
also affect compass operation. If the vehicle roof
should become magnetized, the demagnetizing and
calibration procedures found in this group may be
required to restore proper compass operation.
TEMPERATURE
The outside ambient temperature is displayed in
whole degrees. The temperature display can be tog-
gled from Fahrenheit to Celsius by selecting the
desired U.S./Metric option from the customer pro-
grammable features as described inELECTRONIC
VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER PROGRAM-
MINGin the Standard Procedures section of this
group. The displayed temperature is not an instant
reading of conditions, but an average temperature. It
may take the temperature display several minutes to
respond to a major temperature change, such as driv-
ing out of a heated garage into winter temperatures.
When the ignition switch is turned to the Off posi-
tion, the last displayed temperature reading stays in
the Body Control Module (BCM) unit memory. When
the ignition switch is turned to the On position
again, the EVIC will display the memory tempera-
ture for one minute; then update the display to the
current average temperature reading within five
minutes.
The temperature function is supported by an ambi-
ent temperature sensor. The sensor is mounted out-
side the passenger compartment near the front and
center of the vehicle, and is hard wired to the Body
Control Module (BCM). The BCM sends temperature
status messages to the EVIC module over the PCI
data bus network. The ambient temperature sensor
is available as a separate service item.
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ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFO CENTER (Continued)

OPERATION
The EVIC has access to both non-switched and
ignition switched sources of battery current so that
some of its features remain operational at any time,
while others may only operate with the ignition
switch in the On position. When the ignition switch
is turned to the On position, the EVIC module VFD
will return to the last function being displayed before
the ignition was turned to the Off position.
The compass/temperature display is the normal
EVIC display. With the ignition switch in the On
position, momentarily depressing and releasing the
C/T (compass/temperature) push button switch will
cause the EVIC to return to the compass/tempera-
ture/trip computer display mode from any other
mode. While in the compass/temperature/trip com-
puter display mode, momentarily depressing and
releasing the Step push button will step through the
available trip computer display options.
The EVIC trip computer features several functions
that can be reset. The functions that can be reset
are: average fuel economy, trip odometer and elapsed
time. With the ignition switch in the On position and
with one of the functions of the trip computer that
can be reset currently displayed, depressing the
Reset push button twice within three seconds will
perform a global reset, and all of the trip computer
information that can be reset will be reset to zero.
With the ignition switch in the On position and the
function that is to be reset currently displayed,
momentarily depressing and releasing the Reset
push button once will perform a local reset, and only
the value of the displayed function will be reset to
zero. A global or local reset will only occur if the
function currently displayed is a function that can be
reset. The distance to service function can also be
reset using the local reset method, but it will reset
back to the Service Interval distance that is set in
the EVIC programmable features mode. Refer to
ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFORMATION CEN-
TER PROGRAMMINGin the Service Procedures
section of this group for more information on setting
the Service Interval.
For more information on the features, control func-
tions and setting procedures for the EVIC module,
see the owner's manual in the vehicle glove box.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - ELECTRONIC
VEHICLE INFORMATION CENTER
If the problem with the Electronic Vehicle Informa-
tion Center (EVIC) is a temperature reading of 130É
F or -40ÉF shown in the compass/temperature dis-
play, refer toAmbient Temperature Sensor Diag-
nosis and Testingin this group. If the problem with
the EVIC is an inaccurate or scrambled display, refer
toSelf-Diagnostic Testin this group. If the prob-lem with the EVIC is incorrect Vacuum Fluorescent
Display (VFD) dimming levels, use a DRBtscan tool
and the proper Diagnostic Procedures manual to test
for the correct dimming message inputs being
received from the Body Control Module (BCM) over
the Programmable Communications Interface (PCI)
data bus. If the problem is a no-display condition,
use the following procedures. For complete circuit
diagrams, refer toOverhead Consolein 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 fused B(+)
fuse in the PDC 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 cavity of the roof wire
harness connector for the EVIC module 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 EVIC module. If
OK, go to Step 7. If not OK, repair the open fused
B(+) circuit to the fused B(+) fuse in the junction
block 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 EVIC module. If OK, refer to
Self-Diagnostic Testbelow for further diagnosis of
the EVIC module and the PCI data bus. If not OK,
repair the open fused ignition switch output (run/
start) circuit to the fuse in the junction block as
required.
SELF-DIAGNOSTIC TEST
A self-diagnostic test is used to determine that the
EVIC module is operating properly, and that all PCI
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ELECTRONIC VEHICLE INFO CENTER (Continued)

data bus messages are being received for initial oper-
ation. Initiate the self-diagnostic test as follows:
(1) With the ignition switch in the Off position,
simultaneously depress and hold the C/T button and
the Reset button.
(2) Turn the ignition switch to the On position.
(3) Continue to hold both buttons depressed until
the EVIC software version information is displayed,
then release both buttons.
(4) Following completion of these tests, the EVIC
module will display one of the following messages:
a.Pass Self Test- Momentarily depress and
release the Reset button to return to the compass/
temperature/trip computer display mode. The EVIC
module is working properly.
b.Failed Self Test- The EVIC module has an
internal failure. The EVIC module is faulty and must
be replaced.
c.Not Receiving J1850 Message- The EVIC
module is not receiving proper message input
through the PCI data bus. This can result from one
or more faulty electronic modules in the vehicle, or
from a faulty PCI data bus. The use of a DRB scan
tool and the proper Diagnostic Procedures manual
are required for further diagnosis.
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 Stan-
dard Procedures section of this group.
NOTE: If the compass reading displays a blank, 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 Standard Procedures section
of this group.
STANDARD PROCEDURE - TIRE PRESSURE
SYSTEM TEST
The following test can be used to verify two func-
tions. One, that the tire pressure sensors are trans-
mitting properly and two, the EVIC module is
receiving these transmissions accordingly.
(1) Retrain the tire sensors (Refer to 22 - TIRES/
WHEELS/TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING/SEN-
SOR - STANDARD PROCEDURE). The tire sensors
must be retrained in order to set the proper trans-
mitting time cycle (twice a minute), failure to retrain
the sensors will cause a much slower transmitting
time cycle (once a hour).(2) Using the STEP button on the overhead con-
sole, scroll to the blank display, then press the
RESET button for five seconds, a beep will sound
indicating the start of this test. The vehicle icon and
transmission counters will now be displayed, (same
display as individual tire pressure except counters
replace tire pressure values).
(3) Upon entering the test mode, the EVIC will
clear the sensor counter and each time a sensor sig-
nal for a road tire is received, the EVIC will update
the counter value (vehicle must be driven at 25 mph
to transmit). The counter values should all read the
same value. If any of the road tires indicate a differ-
ent value than another tire sensor, this is a sign of a
problem. Replace the appropriate tire sensor and
retest the system. This test will continue until any of
the overhead console buttons are pressed or the igni-
tion is turned off.
NOTE: Pressing the RESET button during the test
will sound a beep and reset all the counter values
back to zero.
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
(2) Remove the overhead console from the head-
liner (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/OVERHEAD CON-
SOLE - REMOVAL).
(3) Remove the four screws that secure the Elec-
tronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) module to
the overhead console housing (Fig. 5).
(4) Remove the EVIC module from the overhead
console housing.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position the EVIC module onto the overhead
console housing.
(2) Install and tighten the four screws that secure
the EVIC module to the overhead console housing.
Tighten the screws to 0.9 N´m (8 in. lbs.).
(3) Install the overhead console onto the headliner
(Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/OVERHEAD CONSOLE -
INSTALLATION).
(4) Reconnect the battery negative cable.
NOTE: If a new EVIC module has been installed, the
compass will have to be calibrated and the variance
set. Refer to Compass Variation Adjustment and
Compass Calibration in the Service Procedures sec-
tion of this group for the procedures.
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NOTE: If the vehicle is equipped with the Tire Pres-
sure Monitoring (TPM) System, and the overhead
console electronics module is removed or replaced,
the TPM system will need to be retrained. Refer to
the Tires/Wheels section of this manual for the pro-
cedure.
UNIVERSAL TRANSMITTER
DESCRIPTION
The Grand Cherokee Limited model has a Univer-
sal Garage Door Opener (UGDO) transceiver as stan-
dard factory-installed equipment. The UGDO is
optional on Laredo models. The UGDO transceiver is
integral to the Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(EVIC), which is located in the overhead console. The
only visible component of the UGDO are the three
transmitter push buttons centered between the four
EVIC push buttons located just rearward of the
EVIC display screen in the overhead console. The
three UGDO transmitter push buttons are identified
with one, two or three dots so that they be easily
identified by sight.
Each of the three UGDO transmitter push buttons
controls an independent radio transmitter channel.
Each of these three channels can be trained to trans-
mit a different radio frequency signal for the remoteoperation of garage door openers, motorized gate
openers, home or office lighting, security systems or
just about any other device that can be equipped
with a radio receiver in the 288 to 410 MegaHertz
(MHz) frequency range for remote operation. The
UGDO is capable of operating systems using either
rolling code or non-rolling code technology.
The EVIC module displays messages and a small
house-shaped icon with one, two or three dots corre-
sponding to the three transmitter buttons to indicate
the status of the UGDO. The EVIC messages are:
²Cleared Channels- Indicates that all of the
transmitter codes stored in the UGDO have been suc-
cessfully cleared.
²Training- Indicates that the UGDO is in its
transmitter learning mode.
²Trained- Indicates that the UGDO has success-
fully acquired a new transmitter code.
²Transmit- Indicates that a trained UGDO
transmitter button has been depressed and that the
UGDO is transmitting.
The UGDO cannot be repaired, and is available for
service only as a unit with the EVIC module. This
unit includes the push button switches and the plas-
tic module. If any of these components are faulty or
damaged, the complete EVIC module must be
replaced.
OPERATION
The universal transmitter operates on a non-
switched source of battery current so the unit will
remain functional, regardless of the ignition switch
position. For more information on the features, pro-
gramming procedures and operation of the universal
transmitter, see the owner's manual in the vehicle
glove box.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - UNIVERSAL
TRANSMITTER
If the Universal Transmitter is inoperative, but the
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) is oper-
ating normally, see the owner's manual in the vehicle
glove box for instructions on training the Transmit-
ter. Retrain the Transmitter with a known good
transmitter as instructed in the owner's manual and
test the Transmitter operation again. If the unit is
still inoperative, replace the faulty Transmitter and
EVIC module as a unit. If both the Transmitter and
the EVIC module are inoperative, refer toElec-
tronic Vehicle Information Center Diagnosis
and Testingin this group for further diagnosis. For
complete circuit diagrams, refer toWiring Dia-
grams.
Fig. 5 Top of Overhead Console
1 - OVERHEAD CONSOLE HOUSING
2 - EVIC MODULE
3 - ILLUMINATION LAMPS
4 - SCREWS (4)
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