1998 DODGE RAM 1500 fuse box

OPERATION
The multistage passenger airbag is deployed by
electrical signals generated by the Airbag Control
Module (ACM) through the passenger airbag squib 1
and squib 2 circuits to the two initiators in the air-
bag inflator. By using two initiators, the airbag can
be deployed at multiple levels of force. The force level
is controlled by the ACM to suit the monitored
impact conditions by providing one of four delay
intervals between the electrical signals provided to
the two initiators. The longer the delay between
these signals, the less forcefully the airbag will
deploy.
When the ACM sends the proper electrical signals to
each initiator, the electrical energy generates enough
heat to initiate a small pyrotechnic charge which, in
turn ignites chemical pellets within the inflator. Once
ignited, these chemical pellets burn rapidly and pro-
duce a large quantity of inert gas. The inflator is
sealed to the airbag cushion and a diffuser in the infla-
tor directs all of the inert gas into the airbag cushion,
causing the cushion to inflate. As the cushion inflates,
the passenger airbag door will split at predetermined
tear seam lines concealed on the inside surface of the
door, then the door will pivot up over the top of the
instrument panel and out of the way. Following an air-
bag deployment, the airbag cushion quickly deflates by
venting the inert gas through vent holes within the
fabric used to construct the back (instrument panel
side) of the airbag cushion.
Typically, both initiators are used during an airbag
deployment event. However, it is possible for only one
initiator to be used during a deployment due to an
airbag system fault; therefore, it is necessary to
always confirm that both initiators have been used in
order to avoid the improper disposal of potentially
live pyrotechnic materials. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRI-
CAL/RESTRAINTS - STANDARD PROCEDURE -
SERVICE AFTER A SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT
DEPLOYMENT).
REMOVAL
The following procedure is for replacement of a
faulty or damaged passenger airbag. If the airbag is
faulty or damaged, but not deployed, review the rec-
ommended procedures for handling non-deployed
supplemental restraints. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
RESTRAINTS - STANDARD PROCEDURE - HAN-
DLING NON-DEPLOYED SUPPLEMENTAL
RESTRAINTS). If the passenger airbag has been
deployed, review the recommended procedures for
service after a supplemental restraint deployment
before removing the airbag from the vehicle. (Refer to
8 - ELECTRICAL/RESTRAINTS - STANDARD PRO-
CEDURE - SERVICE AFTER A SUPPLEMENTAL
RESTRAINT DEPLOYMENT).WARNING: TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY OR
DEATH, ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIRBAGS,
DISABLE THE SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYS-
TEM BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING
WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, AIRBAG, SEAT BELT
TENSIONER, IMPACT SENSOR, OR INSTRUMENT
PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE.
DISCONNECT AND ISOLATE THE BATTERY NEGA-
TIVE (GROUND) CABLE, THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES
FOR THE SYSTEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE
BEFORE PERFORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR
SERVICE. THIS IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DIS-
ABLE THE SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM.
FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS
COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOY-
MENT.
WARNING: TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY OR
DEATH, WHEN REMOVING A DEPLOYED AIRBAG,
RUBBER GLOVES, EYE PROTECTION, AND A
LONG-SLEEVED SHIRT SHOULD BE WORN. THERE
MAY BE DEPOSITS ON THE AIRBAG UNIT AND
OTHER INTERIOR SURFACES. IN LARGE DOSES,
THESE DEPOSITS MAY CAUSE IRRITATION TO THE
SKIN AND EYES.
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable. Wait two minutes for the system capacitor to
discharge before further service.
(2) Remove the lower surround from the instru-
ment panel. (Refer to 23 - BODY/INSTRUMENT
PANEL/LOWER SURROUND - REMOVAL).
(3) Remove the screw that secures the mounting
tab of the panel outlet housing to the upper glove box
opening reinforcement (Fig. 36).
(4) Remove the six screws that secure the inboard
and lower flanges of the passenger airbag door to the
instrument panel.
Fig. 36 Passenger Airbag Door Screws
1 - PASSENGER AIRBAG DOOR
2 - PANEL OUTLET SCREW (1)
3 - GLOVE BOX OPENING UPPER REINFORCEMENT
4 - DOOR SCREW (6)
8O - 40 RESTRAINTSDR
PASSENGER AIRBAG (Continued)

8W-02 COMPONENT INDEX
Component Page
A/C Compressor Clutch................. 8W-42
A/C Compressor Clutch Relay............ 8W-42
A/C Pressure Transducer................ 8W-42
A/C-Heater Control.................... 8W-42
Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor......... 8W-30
Adjustable Pedal Motor................. 8W-30
Adjustable Pedal Relay................. 8W-30
Adjustable Pedal Switch................ 8W-30
Airbag Control Module................. 8W-43
Airbag-Squibs........................ 8W-43
Airbag-Curtains....................... 8W-43
Airbag-Passenger On/Off Switch.......... 8W-43
Ambient Temperature Sensor............ 8W-49
Amplifier Audio....................... 8W-47
Ashtray Lamp........................ 8W-44
Auto Shut Down Relay................. 8W-30
Automatic Day/Night Mirror.......... 8W-49, 55
Auxiliary Battery..................... 8W-20
Backup Lamp Switch.................. 8W-51
Battery............................. 8W-20
Battery Temperature Sensor............. 8W-30
Blend Door Actuators.................. 8W-42
Blower Motor......................... 8W-42
Blower Motor Resistor Block............. 8W-42
Brake Fluid Level Switch............ 8W-34, 35
Brake Lamp Switch.................... 8W-33
Brake Transmission Shift Interlock
Solenoid........................... 8W-40
Camshaft Position Sensor............... 8W-30
Capacitor............................ 8W-30
Center High Mounted Stop Lamp-
Aftermarket........................ 8W-51
Center High Mounted Stop Lamp/Cargo
Lamp.......................... 8W-44, 51
Cigar Lighter Outlet................... 8W-41
Circuit Breaker....................... 8W-10
Clearance Lamps...................... 8W-50
Clockspring................. 8W-33, 41, 43, 47
Clutch Interlock Brake Switch........... 8W-21
Coil On Plugs........................ 8W-30
Compass/Mini-Trip Computer............ 8W-49
Condenser Fan....................... 8W-42
Condenser Fan Relay.................. 8W-42
Controller Antilock Brake............ 8W-34, 35
Crankshaft Position Sensor.............. 8W-30
Cylinder Lock Switch-Driver............. 8W-61
Data Link Connector................... 8W-18
Data Link Connector-Engine............. 8W-18
Dome Lamp....................... 8W-44, 49
Door Ajar Switches.................... 8W-40
Door Lock Motor/Ajar Switches........ 8W-40, 61
Door Lock Switch-Passenger............. 8W-61Component Page
Door Module................... 8W-60, 61, 62
EGR Solenoid........................ 8W-30
Electric Backlight..................... 8W-48
Electric Brake Provision................ 8W-54
Electronic Throttle Control Module........ 8W-30
Engine Control Module................. 8W-30
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor....... 8W-30
Engine Oil Pressure Switch.............. 8W-30
EVAP/Purge Solenoid.................. 8W-30
Evaporator Temperature Sensor.......... 8W-42
Fender Lamps........................ 8W-51
Fog Lamp Relay...................... 8W-50
Fog Lamps.......................... 8W-50
Front Control Module.................. 8W-10
Fuel Control Actuator.................. 8W-30
Fuel Heater.......................... 8W-30
Fuel Heater Relay..................... 8W-30
Fuel Injector Packs.................... 8W-30
Fuel Injectors........................ 8W-30
Fuel Pump Module.................... 8W-30
Fuel Pump Motor..................... 8W-30
Fuel Pump Relay...................... 8W-30
Fuses............................ 8W-10, 33
Fusible Link......................... 8W-10
Generator........................... 8W-20
Glove Box Lamp And Switch............. 8W-44
Grounds............................ 8W-15
Hands Free Module.................... 8W-55
Headlamp Switch.................. 8W-40, 50
Headlamps.......................... 8W-50
Heated Mirror Relay................... 8W-62
Heated Seat Cushions.................. 8W-63
Horn Relay.......................... 8W-41
Horn Switch......................... 8W-41
Horn-High Note....................... 8W-41
Horn-Low Note....................... 8W-41
Idle Air Control Motor.................. 8W-30
Ignition Switch....................... 8W-10
Inlet Air Temperature Sensor............ 8W-30
Input Speed Sensor.................... 8W-31
Instrument Cluster.................... 8W-40
Intake Air Heater Relays............... 8W-30
Intake Air Temperature Sensor........... 8W-30
Intake Air Temperature/Manifold Absolute
Pressure Sensor..................... 8W-30
Integrated Power Module............... 8W-10
Knock Sensosr........................ 8W-30
License Lamps....................... 8W-51
Lift Pump Motor...................... 8W-30
Line Pressure Sensor................ 8W-30, 31
Lumbar Motors....................... 8W-63
Lumbar Switch....................... 8W-63
DR8W-02 COMPONENT INDEX 8W - 02 - 1

8W-40 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Component Page
A/C-Heater Control.................. 8W-40-12
Brake Transmission Shift Interlock
Solenoid........................ 8W-40-10
Center High Mounted Stop Lamp/Cargo
Lamp........................ 8W-40-5, 11
Clockspring..................... 8W-40-10, 14
Cylinder Lock Switch-Driver........... 8W-40-6
Data Link Connector................. 8W-40-5
Dome Lamp....................... 8W-40-11
Door Ajar Switch-Driver.............. 8W-40-13
Door Ajar Switch-Left Rear........... 8W-40-13
Door Ajar Switch-Passenger........... 8W-40-13
Door Ajar Switch-Right Rear.......... 8W-40-13
Door Lock Motor/Ajar Switch-Driver..... 8W-40-7
Door Lock Motor/Ajar Switch-Left Rear . . . 8W-40-7
Door Lock Motor/Ajar
Switch-Passenger................ 8W-40-6, 8
Door Lock Motor/Ajar
Switch-Right Rear............... 8W-40-7, 8
Door Lock Switch-Passenger........... 8W-40-6
Driver Door Module.................. 8W-40-8
Fog Lamp Relay..................... 8W-40-3
Fog Lamp-Left...................... 8W-40-3
Fog Lamp-Right..................... 8W-40-3
Fuse 18............................ 8W-40-5
Fuse 22............................ 8W-40-5Component Page
Fuse 41............................ 8W-40-3
G201........................... 8W-40-3, 12
G202............................. 8W-40-10
G301....................... 8W-40-2, 6, 7, 13
Glove Box Lamp And Switch.......... 8W-40-12
Headlamp Switch.................... 8W-40-3
Heated Seat Switch-Driver.......... 8W-40-8, 12
Heated Seat Switch-Passenger....... 8W-40-8, 12
Horn Switch....................... 8W-40-14
Ignition Switch................... 8W-40-5, 14
Instrument Cluster........ 8W-40-2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7,
8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14
Integrated Power Module........ 8W-40-2, 3, 5, 9
Multi-Function Switch................ 8W-40-4
Overhead Map/Reading Lamp......... 8W-40-11
Park Brake Switch.................. 8W-40-14
Powertrain Control Module........... 8W-40-14
PTCNo.2........................ 8W-40-2, 9
Radio.......................... 8W-40-9, 11
Remote Radio Switch-Left............ 8W-40-10
Remote Radio Switch-Right........... 8W-40-10
Seat Belt Switch-Driver............... 8W-40-2
Seat Belt Tensioner Reducer........... 8W-40-2
Transfer Case Selector Switch.......... 8W-40-9
Transmission Range Sensor............ 8W-40-5
DR8W-40 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 8W - 40 - 1

8W-44 INTERIOR LIGHTING
Component Page
Ashtray Lamp...................... 8W-44-4
Center High Mounted Stop Lamp/Cargo
Lamp........................... 8W-44-2
Dome Lamp........................ 8W-44-2
Door Ajar Switch-Driver............... 8W-44-3
Door Ajar Switch-Left Rear............ 8W-44-3
Door Ajar Switch-Passenger............ 8W-44-4
Door Ajar Switch-Right Rear........... 8W-44-4
Door Lock Motor/Ajar Switch-Driver..... 8W-44-3
Door Lock Motor/Ajar Switch-Left Rear . . . 8W-44-3
Door Lock Motor/Ajar Switch-Passenger . . 8W-44-4
Door Lock Motor/Ajar Switch-Right Rear . . 8W-44-4Component Page
Fuse 15............................ 8W-44-4
Fuse 32............................ 8W-44-4
Fuse 51............................ 8W-44-3
G104.............................. 8W-44-3
G202............................ 8W-44-2, 4
Glove Box Lamp And Switch........... 8W-44-2
Instrument Cluster............... 8W-44-2, 3, 4
Integrated Power Module............ 8W-44-3, 4
Overhead Map/Reading Lamp.......... 8W-44-2
Park Lamp Relay.................... 8W-44-4
Underhood Lamp.................... 8W-44-3
DR8W-44 INTERIOR LIGHTING 8W - 44 - 1

GENERATOR - BLACK 2 WAY
CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
1 K20 18BR/GY GEN FIELD CONTROL
2 Z816 18BK (DIESEL) GROUND
2 Z20 18BR/BK (NGC) GROUND
GLOVE BOX LAMP AND SWITCH - BLACK 2 WAY
CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
1 Z328 20BK/TN GROUND
2 M228 18YL/LB COURTESY LAMP DRIVER
HANDS FREE MODULE (TELEMATICS) - 22 WAY
CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
1 A114 18GY/RD FUSED B(+)
2 F983 20PK/YL FUSED IGNITION SWITCH OUTPUT (RUN-ACC)
3- -
4- -
5 X722 18LB/DG MICROPHONE 2 IN (+)
6- -
7- -
8 X703 18DG/OR LEFT AUDIO OUTPUT
9 X704 18DG/YL RIGHT AUDIO OUTPUT
10 X795 18DG HANDS FREE AUDIO OUTPUT COMMON
11 - -
12 - -
13 - -
14 D25 20WT/VT PCI BUS
15 X730 18GY/YL VOICE RECOGNITION/PHONE SWITCH SIGNAL
16 X712 18DG/LB MICROPHONE 1 IN (+)
17 X792 18LB/DG MICROPHONE IN (-)
18 X735 22NA HANDSFREE MICROPHONE SHIELD
19 - -
20 X793 18DG/YL HANDSFREE MICROPHONE HSD FEED
21 X835 18OR/GY SENSOR GROUND
22 Z970 18BK GROUND
DR8W-80 CONNECTOR PIN-OUTS 8W - 80 - 67

8W-97 POWER DISTRIBUTION
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
POWER DISTRIBUTION
DESCRIPTION..........................1
OPERATION............................1
SPECIAL TOOLS
POWER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS.........2
CIGAR LIGHTER OUTLET
DESCRIPTION..........................2
OPERATION............................2
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - CIGAR LIGHTER
OUTLET.............................2
INTEGRATED POWER MODULE
DESCRIPTION..........................3
OPERATION............................3
REMOVAL.............................3
INSTALLATION..........................4
FRONT CONTROL MODULE
DESCRIPTION..........................5OPERATION............................5
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - FRONT
CONTROL MODULE....................5
REMOVAL.............................6
INSTALLATION..........................6
IOD FUSE
DESCRIPTION..........................6
OPERATION............................6
REMOVAL.............................7
INSTALLATION..........................7
POWER OUTLET
DESCRIPTION..........................7
OPERATION............................7
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - POWER
OUTLET.............................7
REMOVAL.............................8
INSTALLATION..........................8
POWER DISTRIBUTION
DESCRIPTION
This group covers the various standard and
optional power distribution components used on this
model. The power distribution system for this vehicle
consists of the following components:
²Integrated Power Module (IPM)
²Front Control Module (FCM)
²Power Distribution Center (PDC)
²Power Outlets
²Cigar Lighter Outlets
²Relays
Refer to Wiring Diagrams for complete circuit sche-
matics.
The power distribution system also incorporates
various types of circuit control and protection fea-
tures, including:
²Automatic resetting circuit breakers
²Blade-type fuses
²Cartridge fuses
²Relays
Following are general descriptions of the major
components in the power distribution system. See the
owner's manual in the vehicle glove box for more
information on the features and use of all of the
power distribution system components.
OPERATION
The power distribution system for this vehicle is
designed to provide safe, reliable, and centralized dis-
tribution points for the electrical current required to
operate all of the many standard and optional facto-
ry-installed electrical and electronic powertrain,
chassis, safety, security, comfort and convenience sys-
tems. At the same time, the power distribution sys-
tem was designed to provide ready access to these
electrical distribution points for the vehicle techni-
cian to use when conducting diagnosis and repair of
faulty circuits. The power distribution system can
also prove useful for the sourcing of additional elec-
trical circuits that may be required to provide the
electrical current needed to operate many accessories
that the vehicle owner may choose to have installed
in the aftermarket.
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requires the use of a DRB IIItscan tool and the
proper Body Diagnostic Procedures manual.
Before any testing of the front control module is
attempted, the battery should be fully charged and
all wire harness and ground connections inspected
around the affected areas on the vehicle.
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect the positive and negative battery
cables from the battery.
(2) Partially remove the integrated power module
from the engine compartment (Refer to 8 - ELECTRI-
CAL/POWER DISTRIBUTION/INTEGRATED
POWER MODULE - REMOVAL).
(3) Remove the front control module retaining
screws.
(4) Using both hands, pull the front control module
straightfrom the integrated power module assembly
to disconnect the 49-way electrical connector and
remove the front control module from the vehicle.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install the front control module on the inte-
grated power module assembly by pushing the
49-way electrical connector straight in.
(2) Install the front control module retaining
screws. Torque the screws to 7 in. lbs.
(3) Install the integrated power module (Refer to 8
- ELECTRICAL/POWER DISTRIBUTION/INTE-
GRATED POWER MODULE - INSTALLATION).
(4) Connect the positive and negative battery
cables.
IOD FUSE
DESCRIPTION
All vehicles are equipped with an Ignition-Off
Draw (IOD) fuse that is disconnected within the Inte-
grated Power Module when the vehicle is shipped
from the factory. Dealer personnel are to reconnect
the IOD fuse in the Integrated Power Module as part
of the preparation procedures performed just prior to
new vehicle delivery.
A laser printed fuse layout map is integral to the
Integrated Power Module cover to ensure proper fuse
identification. The IOD fuse is a 20 ampere mini
blade-type fuse, located in fuse cavity # 51 (Fig. 6).
The fuse is secured within a black molded plastic
fuse holder and puller unit that serves both as a tool
for disconnecting and reconnecting the fuse in its
Integrated Power Module cavity, and as a fuse holder
that conveniently stores the fuse in the same Inte-
grated Power Module cavity after it has been discon-
nected.
CIRCUITS INCLUDED WITH IOD FUSE
²Cluster (CCN)
²Diagnostic Connector
²Map Lamps
²Glove Box Lamp
²Courtesy Lamps
²Radio
²Underhood Lamp
OPERATION
The term ignition-off draw identifies a normal con-
dition where power is being drained from the battery
with the ignition switch in the Off position. The IOD
fuse feeds the memory and sleep mode functions for
some of the electronic modules in the vehicle as well
as various other accessories that require battery cur-
rent when the ignition switch is in the Off position.
The only reason the IOD fuse is disconnected is to
reduce the normal IOD of the vehicle electrical sys-
tem during new vehicle transportation and pre-deliv-
ery storage to reduce battery depletion, while still
allowing vehicle operation so that the vehicle can be
loaded, unloaded and moved as needed by both vehi-
cle transportation company and dealer personnel.
The IOD fuse is disconnected from Integrated
Power Module fuse cavity # 51 when the vehicle is
shipped from the assembly plant. Dealer personnel
must reconnect the IOD fuse when the vehicle is
being prepared for delivery in order to restore full
electrical system operation. Once the vehicle is pre-
pared for delivery, the IOD function of this fuse
Fig. 6 IOD FUSE LOCATION
1 - IOD FUSE
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FRONT CONTROL MODULE (Continued)

(5) Install the HVAC housing (Refer to 24 - HEAT-
ING & AIR CONDITIONING/DISTRIBUTION/HVAC
HOUSING - INSTALLATION)
BLOWER MOTOR
DESCRIPTION
The blower motor and blower wheel are located in
the passenger side end of the HVAC housing, below
the glove box. The blower motor controls the velocity
of air flowing through the HVAC housing by spinning
a squirrel cage-type blower wheel within the housing
at the selected speed. The blower motor and wheel
can be removed from the housing inside the vehicle
without removing the instrument panel or HVAC
housing.
OPERATION
The blower motor will only operate with the igni-
tion switch in the On position and the A/C-heater
mode control switch in any position, except Off. The
blower motor receives a fused battery feed circuit
through a fuse in the Power Distribution Center
(PDC) whenever the ignition switch is in the On posi-
tion. Blower motor speed is controlled by regulating
the ground path through or around the blower motor
resistor block and through the A/C-heater blower
motor switch.
The blower motor and blower motor wheel are ser-
viced only as a unit and cannot be repaired and, if
faulty or damaged, must be replaced.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - BLOWER MOTOR
BLOWER MOTOR INOPERATIVE
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.
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, further details on wire
harness routing and retention, as well as pin-out and
location views for the various wire harness connec-
tors, splices and grounds.
BLOWER MOTOR ELECTRICAL DIAGNOSIS
Refer to the Blower Motor Electrical Diagnosis
chart for basic checks of the blower motor circuit
(Fig. 3).
BLOWER MOTOR NOISE OR VIBRATION
Refer to the Blower Motor Noise/Vibration Diagno-
sis chart for basic checks of the blower motor when a
vibration or noise is present (Fig. 4).
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BLEND DOOR (Continued)