REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER
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DIAGNOSIS............................. 1
GENERAL INFORMATION.................. 1SERVICE PROCEDURES................... 3
GENERAL INFORMATION
The electrically-heated rear window defogger is an
available option on XJ (Cherokee), and YJ (Wrangler)
models equipped with the hardtop roof option. Fol-
lowing are general descriptions of the major compo-
nents in the rear window defogger system. Refer to
Group 8W - Wiring Diagrams for complete circuit de-
scriptions and diagrams.
REAR WINDOW GLASS GRID
The heated rear window glass has two electrically-
conductive vertical bus bars and a series of horizon-
tal grid lines made of a silver-ceramic material,
which is baked on and bonded to the inside surface of
the glass. The grid lines and bus bars comprise a
parallel electrical circuit.
When the rear window defogger switch is placed in
the ON position, current is directed to the rear win-
dow grid lines through the bus bars. The grid lines
heat the rear window to clear the surface of fog or
snow. Circuit protection for the heated grid circuit is
provided by fuse 18 (XJ) or fuse 6 (YJ) in the fuse-
block module.
The grid lines and bus bars are highly resistant to
abrasion. However, it is possible for an open to occur
in an individual grid line resulting in no current flow
through the line. The grid lines can be damaged or
scraped off with sharp instruments. Care should be
taken in cleaning the glass or removing foreign ma-
terials, decals or stickers. Normal glass cleaning sol-
vents or hot water used with rags or toweling is
recommended.A repair kit is available to repair the grid lines and
bus bars, or to reinstall the heated glass pigtail
wires.
DEFOGGER SWITCH
The rear window defogger switch is mounted in the
instrument panel left of the steering column for XJ,
or right of the steering column for YJ. The switch cir-
cuit is protected by fuse 8 (XJ) or fuse 9 (YJ) in the
fuseblock module. Actuating the switch energizes the
relay and electronic timer. A light-emitting diode
(LED) in the switch (XJ), or a indicator lamp in the
switch (YJ), illuminates to indicate when the system
is turned on. The defogger switch can not be re-
paired. If faulty, the switch must be replaced.
DEFOGGER RELAY/TIMER
The defogger relay/timer is located in the relay cen-
ter on XJ models, or taped to the instrument panel
wiring harness behind the parking brake pedal in the
left cowl side area on YJ models. When the rear de-
fogger switch is actuated, the rear defogger relay is
energized. This causes current to flow through the
grid circuit for approximately 10 minutes, or until
the rear window defogger switch or ignition switch
are turned off.
DIAGNOSIS
SYSTEM TESTS
Electrically-heated rear window defogger operation
can be confirmed in the following manner:
(1) Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
(2) Turn rear window defogger control switch ON.
(3) Monitor vehicle voltmeter. With the control
switch ON, a distinct needle deflection should be
noted.(4) The rear window defogger operation can be
checked by feeling the glass. A distinct difference in
temperature between the grid lines and adjacent
clear glass can be detected within 3 to 4 minutes of
operation.
(5) Using a DC voltmeter, contact terminal A (Fig.
1) (passenger side) with the negative lead, and termi-
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POWER LOCKS
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DIAGNOSIS............................. 2
GENERAL INFORMATION.................. 1SERVICE PROCEDURES................... 8
GENERAL INFORMATION
Power locks are optional equipment on XJ (Chero-
kee) models. Power windows and the keyless entry
system are included on vehicles equipped with the
power lock option. All doors and the liftgate can be
locked and unlocked electrically by operating the
switch on either front door panel, or by operating the
lock and unlock buttons of the remote keyless entry
transmitter. The power lock and keyless entry sys-
tems operate with battery power supplied indepen-
dent of the ignition switch.
Following are general descriptions of the major
components in the power lock system. Refer to Group
8W - Wiring Diagrams for complete circuit descrip-
tions and diagrams. Refer to the owner's manual for
more information on the features and use of these
systems.
POWER LOCK SWITCH
The power locks are controlled by a two-way switch
mounted on the trim panel of each front door. The
switch controls battery feed to the lock and unlock
relays. The door lock switches can not be repaired. If
faulty, the entire switch must be replaced.
POWER LOCK/UNLOCK RELAYS
The power lock and unlock relays are located in the
relay center. The relay center is located on the lower
instrument panel reinforcement behind the lower in-
strument panel and just right of the steering column.
The relays respond to inputs from the power lock
switches and the keyless entry module by sending
the correct battery and ground feeds to the lock mo-
tors. The lock and unlock relays can not be repaired.
If faulty, they must be replaced.
POWER LOCK MOTOR
The locks are actuated by a reversible motor
mounted within each door. The motor direction iscontrolled by the battery and ground feeds from the
power lock/unlock relays. The motor can not be re-
paired. If faulty, the entire motor must be replaced.
KEYLESS ENTRY TRANSMITTER
The keyless entry transmitter is equipped with two
buttons labeled Lock and Unlock. It is also designed
to serve as a key fob and is equipped with a key ring.
Each transmitter has a different vehicle access code,
which must be programmed into the memory of the
keyless entry module in the vehicle in order to oper-
ate the locks. The operating range of the infrared
transmitter signal is up to 4.75 meters (15 feet) from
the receiver.
The transmitter operates on two CR1616 3-volt (or
equivalent) batteries. Typical battery life is from one
to two years.
KEYLESS ENTRY MODULE
The keyless entry module is mounted in a housing
on the headliner near the windshield between the
sunvisors, or inside and towards the rear of the over-
head console (if equipped). This module contains the
keyless entry receiver and program logic for the key-
less entry system.
The keyless entry module has a memory function
to retain the vehicle access code of at least one, and
up to four transmitters. The module receives input
from the remote keyless entry transmitter. In re-
sponse to that input, it is programmed to control out-
puts to the lock and unlock relays. The module can
not be repaired and, if faulty, must be replaced.
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POWER SEATS
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DIAGNOSIS............................. 2
GENERAL INFORMATION.................. 1SERVICE PROCEDURES................... 3
GENERAL INFORMATION
A six-way driver's side power seat is an available
option on XJ (Cherokee) models. The power seat sys-
tem receives battery feed through fuse 6 in the power
distribution center and circuit breaker 16 in the fuse-
block module at all times.
Following are general descriptions of the major
components in the power seat system. Refer to Group
8W - Wiring Diagrams for complete circuit descrip-
tions and diagrams.
POWER SEAT SWITCH
The power seat can be adjusted in six different
ways using the power seat switch (Fig. 1). The switch
is located on the lower outboard side of the seat
cushion. Refer to the owner's manual for more infor-
mation on power seat switch functions and seat ad-
justing procedures. The individual switches cannot be
repaired. If one switch fails, the entire switch module
must be replaced.
POWER SEAT ADJUSTER/MOTORS
There are three reversible motors that operate the
power seat adjuster. The motors are connected to
worm-drive gearboxes in the adjuster by drive cables.
The front and rear of a seat are operated by differ-
ent motors. They can be raised or lowered indepen-
dently of each other. When the center seat switch is
pushed to the UP or DOWN position, both front and
rear motors operate in unison, moving the entire seat
up or down. The forward-rearward motor is operated
by pushing the center seat switch to the FORWARD
or REARWARD position.
When a switch is actuated, battery feed and a
ground path are applied through the switch contacts
to the motor(s). The motor(s) operate to move the
seat in the selected direction until the switch is re-
leased, or until the travel limit of the power seat ad-juster is reached. When the switch is moved in the
opposite direction, the battery feed and ground path
to the motor(s) are reversed through the switch con-
tacts. This causes the motor to run in the opposite di-
rection.
Each motor contains a self-resetting circuit breaker
to protect it from overload. Consecutive or frequent
resetting must not be allowed to continue or the mo-
tors may be damaged. Make the necessary repairs.
The power seat adjuster and motors can not be re-
paired, and are serviced only as a complete unit. If
any component in this unit should fail, the entire as-
sembly must be replaced.
Fig. 1 Power Seat Switch
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DIAGNOSIS
Before any testing is attempted the battery should
be fully charged and all connections and pins cleaned
and tightened to ensure proper continuity and
grounds.
With the dome lamp on, apply switch in direction
of the failure. If the dome lamp dims, the seat may
be jamming. Check for binding or obstructions. If the
dome lamp does not dim, then proceed with the fol-
lowing electrical tests.
POWER SEAT ADJUSTER/MOTORS
Operate the power seat switch to move all three
seat motors. The seat should move in all directions.
If not OK, proceed as follows. If one or more motors
operate, see diagnosis for Power Seat Switch.
(1) Check circuit breaker 16 in the fuseblock mod-
ule. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, replace circuit
breaker.
(2) Remove switch mounting screws and check for
battery voltage at red wire at switch connector. If
OK, go to next step. If not OK, repair wiring to cir-
cuit breaker.(3) Check for continuity between black wire at
switch connector and a good ground. There should be
continuity. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, repair
wiring to ground.
(4) See diagnosis for Power Seat Switch. If switch
continuity checks OK, replace faulty motor/adjuster
assembly. If switch continuity is not OK, replace
faulty switch.
POWER SEAT SWITCH
To check the power seat switch, remove the switch
from its mounting position. Use an ohmmeter and
see the Power Seat Switch Continuity chart. Deter-
mine if switch continuity is correct. If OK, see Power
Seat Adjuster/Motors diagnosis. If not OK, replace
faulty switch assembly.
POWER SEAT SWITCH CONTINUITY
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SERVICE PROCEDURES
POWER SEAT SWITCH REMOVE/INSTALL
(1) Disconnect battery negative cable.
(2) Reach under seat and release switch and bezel
retainer snap clips (Fig. 2), while pulling gently on
switch and bezel assembly.
(3) Pull switch, bezel, and retainer out from seat
frame far enough to access multiple terminal block.
Carefully release locking tabs and separate switch
retainer and switch bezel from switch body.
(4) Carefully release locking tabs securing multiple
terminal block to switch and remove switch.
(5) Reverse removal procedures to install.
POWER SEAT ADJUSTER/MOTORS REMOVE/
INSTALL
(1) Disconnect battery negative cable.
(2) Remove 4 bolts securing seat adjuster to floor
(Fig. 3).
(3) Disconnect power seat feed wiring connector.
(4) Remove 4 bolts securing power seat adjuster/
motor assembly to seat cushion frame.
(5) Disconnect wiring from power seat switch to
power seat motors and remove power seat adjuster/
motor assembly.
(6) Reverse removal procedures to install. Tighten
seat mounting hardware to 34 Nzm (25 ft. lbs.)
torque.
Fig. 2 Power Seat Switch Remove/InstallFig. 3 Power Seat Adjuster Remove/Install
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POWER WINDOWS
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DIAGNOSIS............................. 1
GENERAL INFORMATION.................. 1SERVICE PROCEDURES................... 7
GENERAL INFORMATION
Power door windows are optional equipment on XJ
(Cherokee) models. The power windows operate only
with the ignition switch in the ON position. This
group covers diagnosis and service of the electrical
components peculiar to the power window system.
For service of mechanical components such as the
regulator, lift plate or window tracks refer to Group
23 - Body Components.
Following are general descriptions of the major
components in the power window system. Refer to
Group 8W - Wiring Diagrams for complete circuit de-
scriptions and diagrams.
POWER WINDOW SWITCH
Both front and rear door windows can be raised or
lowered electrically by operating the four two-way
switches on the driver's door panel. A single two-way
switch on each passenger's door panel operates only
the window on that passenger's door. The switches
cannot be repaired. If faulty, they must be replaced.
POWER WINDOW MOTOR
A permanent magnet reversible motor moves the
window regulator through a cable and drum operat-ing mechanism. A positive and negative battery con-
nection to the two motor terminals will cause the
motor to rotate in one direction. Reversing current
through these same two connections will cause the
motor to rotate in the opposite direction. In addition,
each power window motor is equipped with an inte-
gral automatic re-setting circuit breaker to protect
the motor from overloads. The power window motor
and regulator assembly cannot be repaired. If faulty,
the entire assembly must be replaced.
CIRCUIT BREAKER
An automatic re-setting circuit breaker in the fuse-
block module is used to protect the power window
system circuit. The circuit breaker can protect the
system from a short circuit, and can also protect the
system from an overload condition caused by an ob-
structed or stuck window glass or regulator. The cir-
cuit breaker can not be repaired. If faulty, it must be
replaced.
DIAGNOSIS
It is necessary that the window be free to slide up
and down for the power window system to function
properly. If the window is not free to move up and
down, the motor will overload and trip the circuit
breaker. To determine if the glass is free, disconnect
regulator plate from the glass and slide window up
and down by hand.
An alternate method is to shake the glass in the
door, with the glass positioned between the up and
down stop positions. Check that the glass can be
moved slightly from side to side, front to rear, and up
and down. Then check that window is not boundtight in the tracks. If window is free, proceed with di-
agnosis that follows. If window is not free, refer to
Group 23 - Body Components for service procedures.
CIRCUIT BREAKER
Locate correct circuit breaker in fuseblock module.
Pull out slightly, but be sure that circuit breaker ter-
minals still contact terminals in fuseblock module.
Turn ignition switch to ON position. Connect ground
wire of voltmeter to a good ground. With probe of
voltmeter positive lead, check both terminals of cir-
cuit breaker for battery voltage. If only one terminal
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has battery voltage, circuit breaker is faulty and
must be replaced. If neither terminal has battery
voltage, repair circuit from ignition switch as re-
quired.
POWER WINDOW SWITCH
Before you proceed with this diagnosis, confirm
proper circuit breaker operation. See Circuit Breaker
diagnosis.
(1) Remove switch from door trim panel. See
Power Window Switch Remove/Install. Carefully sep-
arate multiple terminal block on wiring harness from
switch body.
(2) Check for continuity between connector cavity
for switch pin DX and a good ground. See switch con-
tinuity charts for pin identification. There should be
continuity. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, repair
ground circuit as required.
(3) Turn ignition switch to ON position. Check for
battery voltage at connector cavity for switch pin BY.
If OK, go to next step. If not OK, repair wiring to cir-
cuit breaker as required.
(4) Test switch continuity. See switch continuity
charts to determine if continuity is correct in theOFF, LOCK, UP and DOWN switch positions. If OK,
go to Power Window Motor diagnosis. If not OK, re-
place the switch.
POWER WINDOW MOTOR
Before you proceed with this diagnosis, confirm
proper switch operation. See Power Window Switch
diagnosis.
(1) Remove door trim panel (see Power Window
Motor Remove/Install).
(2) Disconnect motor connector. Apply 12 volts
across the motor terminals to check its operation in
one direction. Reverse the polarity to check the oper-
ation in the other direction. Remember, if window is
in the full up or down position the motor will not op-
erate in that direction by design. If OK, repair wire
harness from the motor to the switch as required. If
not OK, replace the motor.
(3) If motor operates in both directions, check op-
eration through its complete up and down travel. If
not OK, refer to Group 23 - Body Components to
check window glass, tracks, and regulator for stick-
ing, binding or improper adjustment.
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POWER MIRRORS
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DIAGNOSIS............................. 1
GENERAL INFORMATION.................. 1SERVICE PROCEDURES................... 4
GENERAL INFORMATION
Power outside rear view mirrors are an available
option on XJ (Cherokee) models. Following are gen-
eral descriptions of the major components in the
power mirror system. Refer to Group 8W - Wiring Di-
agrams for complete circuit descriptions and dia-
grams.
POWER MIRROR
The power mirrors are connected to battery feed at
all times. Each mirror head contains two electric mo-
tors, two drive mechanisms and the mirror glass.
One motor and drive controls mirror up-and-down
movement, and the other controls right-and-left
movement.
The mirror glass is the only serviced replacement
part for the power mirror assembly. If any other com-ponent of the mirror unit is faulty or damaged, the
entire assembly must be replaced.
POWER MIRROR SWITCH
Both the right and left mirror are controlled by a
multi-function switch located on the front of the cen-
ter console storage compartment, directly below the
armrest. The selector switch is moved right (right
mirror control), left (left mirror control), or center to
turn power mirrors off. Then one of four directional
control buttons is depressed to control movement of
the selected mirror up, down, right, or left. The
power mirror switch is serviced only as a complete
unit.
DIAGNOSIS
POWER MIRROR SYSTEM
(1) Check fuse 16 in Power Distribution Center
(PDC) and fuse 9 in fuseblock module. If OK, go to
next step. If not OK, replace fuse.
(2) Check for battery voltage at fuse 9 in fuseblock
module. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, repair cir-
cuit to fuse 16 in PDC.
(3) Remove power mirror switch from the center
console. See Power Mirror Switch Remove/Install.
(4) Disconnect wiring harness connector from
switch. Check for battery voltage at pink wire. If OK,
go to next step. If not OK, repair circuit to fuse 9 in
fuseblock module.
(5) Check for continuity between black wire in
switch harness connector and a good ground. There
should be continuity. If OK, go to next step. If not
OK, repair circuit to ground.
(6) Check switch continuity as shown in the Mirror
Switch Continuity charts. If OK, go to next step. If
not OK, replace switch.(7) See Power Mirror Switch illustration. Connect
a jumper wire from mirror switch connector cavity
for pin E to cavity for pin F. Now connect a second
jumper from connector cavity for pin G to each of the
following pin cavities: A, B, C, then D. In each case,
the selected mirror head should move. If OK, replace
switch. If not OK, go to next step.
(8) Remove door trim panel and unplug power mir-
ror connector inside door. Connect one jumper wire to
a good ground and a second jumper wire to a battery
feed. Connect other ends of jumpers to the mirror
side of connector in door (refer to Group 8W - Wiring
Diagrams for connector cavity identification). Mirror
head should move in each of the four directions. If
OK, repair wiring between mirror switch and door
connectors. If not OK, replace mirror.
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