2001 DODGE RAM fuse

(4) Have helper press and hold brake pedal to floor
and observe warning light.
(a) If warning light illuminates, switch is operat-
ing correctly.
(b) If light fails to illuminate, check circuit fuse,
bulb, and wiring. The parking brake switch can be
used to aid in identifying whether or not the brake
light bulb and fuse is functional. Repair or replace
parts as necessary and test differential pressure
switch operation again.
(5) If warning light still does not illuminate,
switch is faulty. Replace combination valve assembly,
bleed brake system and verify proper switch and
valve operation.
REMOVAL
(1) Remove pressure differential switch wire con-
nector (Fig. 4) from the valve.
(2) Remove the brake lines from the valve.
(3) Remove the valve mounting bolt and remove
the valve from the bracket.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position the valve on the bracket and install
the mounting bolt. Tighten the mounting bolt to 23
N´m (210 in. lbs.).
(2) Install the brake lines into the valve and
tighten to 19-23 N´m (170-200 in. lbs.).
(3) Connect the pressure differential switch wire
connector.(4) Bleed base brake system, (Refer to 5 -
BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL - STAN-
DARD PROCEDURE).
DISC BRAKE CALIPERS
REMOVAL - REAR
(1) Raise and support the vehicle.
(2) Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
(3) Compress the disc brake caliper using tool
#C4212F.
(4) Remove the caliper pin bolts.
(5) Remove the banjo bolt and discard the copper
washer.
CAUTION: Never allow the disc brake caliper to
hang from the brake hose. Damage to the brake
hose with result. Provide a suitable support to hang
the caliper securely.
(6) Remove the rear disc brake caliper (Fig. 5).
REMOVAL - FRONT
(1) Raise and support vehicle.
(2) Remove front wheel and tire assembly.
(3) Remove caliper brake hose bolt, washers and
hose (Fig. 6).
(4) Remove caliper mounting bolts.
(5) Tilt the top of the caliper up and remove it
from the adapter.
(6) Remove anti-rattle springs.
NOTE: Upper and lower anti-rattle springs are not
interchangeable.
Fig. 4 Pressure
1 - COMBINATION VALVE
2 - BRAKE LINES
3 - MOUNTING BOLT
4 - PRESSURE DIFFERENTIAL SWITCH
Fig. 5 REAR CALIPER
1 - Banjo Bolt
2 - Caliper Pin Bolts
5 - 10 BRAKESBR/BE
COMBINATION VALVE (Continued)

to be used with cool or cold temperatures only.
If used with high outside temperatures, serious
engine damage could result.Refer to the litera-
ture supplied with the cover for additional informa-
tion.
(1) To determine if the thermostat is defective, it
must be removed from the vehicle (Refer to 7 -
COOLING/ENGINE/ENGINE COOLANT THERMO-
STAT - REMOVAL).
(2) After the thermostat has been removed, exam-
ine the thermostat and inside of thermostat housing
for contaminants. If contaminants are found, the
thermostat may already be in a ªstuck openº position.
Flush the cooling system before replacing thermostat
(Refer to 7 - COOLING - STANDARD PROCE-
DURE).
(3) Place the thermostat into a container filled
with water.
(4) Place the container on a hot plate or other suit-
able heating device.
(5) Place a commercially available radiator ther-
mometer into the water.
(6) Apply heat to the water while observing the
thermostat and thermometer.
(7) When the water temperature reaches 83ÉC
(181ÉF) the thermostat should start to open (valve
will start to move). If the valve starts to move before
this temperature is reached, it is opening too early.
Replace thermostat. The thermostat should be fully
open (valve will stop moving) at 95ÉC (203ÉF). If the
valve is still moving when the water temperature
reaches 203É, it is opening too late. Replace thermo-
stat. If the valve refuses to move at any time, replace
thermostat.
REMOVAL
WARNING: DO NOT LOOSEN THE RADIATOR
DRAINCOCK WITH THE SYSTEM HOT AND PRES-
SURIZED. SERIOUS BURNS FROM THE COOLANT
CAN OCCUR.
Do not waste reusable coolant. If the solution is
clean, drain the coolant into a clean container for
reuse.
(1) Disconnect the battery negative cables.
(2) Drain cooling system until coolant level is
below thermostat (Refer to 7 - COOLING - STAN-
DARD PROCEDURE).
WARNING: CONSTANT TENSION HOSE CLAMPS
ARE USED ON MOST COOLING SYSTEM HOSES.
WHEN REMOVING OR INSTALLING, USE ONLY
TOOLS DESIGNED FOR SERVICING THIS TYPE OF
CLAMP, SUCH AS SPECIAL CLAMP TOOL (NUMBER
6094). SNAP-ON CLAMP TOOL (NUMBER HPC-20)
MAY BE USED FOR LARGER CLAMPS. ALWAYSWEAR SAFETY GLASSES WHEN SERVICING CON-
STANT TENSION CLAMPS.
CAUTION: A number or letter is stamped into the
tongue of constant tension clamps. If replacement
is necessary, use only an original equipment clamp
with a matching number or letter.
(3) Remove radiator hose clamp and hose from
thermostat housing.
(4) Remove the three (3) water outlet-to-cylinder
head bolts and remove the water outlet connector
(Fig. 27).
(5) Clean the mating surfaces of the water outlet
connector and clean the thermostat seat groove at
the top of the thermostat housing (Fig. 27).
INSTALLATION
(1) Install the thermostat into the groove in the
top of the thermostat housing (Fig. 27).
(2) Install the water outlet connector and bolts.
Tighten the bolts to 24 N´m (18 ft. lbs.) torque.
(3) Install the radiator upper hose and clamp.
(4) Fill the cooling system with coolant (Refer to 7
- COOLING - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
(5) Connect the battery negative cables.
(6) Start the engine and check for coolant leaks.
Run engine to check for proper thermostat operation.
Fig. 27 Thermostat Removal/Installation
1 - WATER OUTLET CONNECTOR
2 - THERMOSTAT HOUSING
3 - THERMOSTAT
BR/BEENGINE 7 - 55
ENGINE COOLANT THERMOSTAT - 5.9L DIESEL (Continued)

Audio System Diagnosis
CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTION
NO AUDIO 1. Fuse faulty. 1. Check radio fuses in junction block. Replace faulty fuses, if
required.
2. Radio connector faulty. 2. Check for loose or corroded radio connections. Repair, if
required.
3. Wiring faulty. 3. Check for battery voltage at radio connector. Repair wiring,
if required.
4. Ground faulty. 4. Check for continuity between radio chassis and a known
good ground. There should be continuity. Repair ground, if
required.
5. Radio faulty. 5. Refer to Radio in the Diagnosis and Testing section of this
group.
6. Speakers faulty. 6. Refer to Speaker in the Diagnosis and Testing section of
this group.
7. Amplifier faulty (if
equipped).7. Refer to Speaker in the Diagnosis and Testing section of
this group.
NO DISPLAY 1. Fuse faulty. 1. Check radio fuses in junction block. Replace faulty fuses, if
required.
2. Radio connector faulty. 2. Check for loose or corroded radio connections. Repair, if
required.
3. Wiring faulty. 3. Check for battery voltage at radio connector. Repair wiring,
if required.
4. Ground faulty. 4. Check for continuity between radio chassis and a known
good ground. There should be continuity. Repair ground, if
required.
5. Radio faulty. 5. Refer to Radio in the Diagnosis and Testing section of this
group.
CLOCK WILL NOT
KEEP SET TIME1. Fuse faulty. 1. Check ignition-off draw fuse. Replace faulty fuse, if
required.
2. Radio connector faulty. 2. Check for loose or corroded radio connections. Repair, if
required.
3. Wiring faulty. 3. Check for battery voltage at radio connector. Repair wiring,
if required.
4. Ground faulty. 4. Check for continuity between radio chassis and a known
good ground. There should be continuity. Repair ground, if
required.
5. Radio faulty. 5. Refer to Radio in the Diagnosis and Testing section of this
group.
POOR RADIO
RECEPTION1. Antenna faulty. 1. Refer to Antenna in the Diagnosis and Testing section of
this group.
2. Ground faulty. 2. Check for continuity between radio chassis and a known
good ground. There should be continuity. Repair ground, if
required.
3. Radio faulty. 3. Refer to Radio in the Diagnosis and Testing section of this
group.
4. Faulty EMI or RFI
noise suppression.4. Refer to Radio Frequency Interference in the Diagnosis
and Testing section of this group.
BR/BEAUDIO 8A - 3
AUDIO (Continued)

securely to the connector on the end of the antenna
cable being installed into the instrument panel. This
cord will be used to pull or ªfishº the cable back into
position.
(2) Using the cord or twine, pull the antenna cable
through the radio receiver opening from under the
instrument panel.
(3) Install the radio receiver onto the instrument
panel.
(4) Reach through the glove box opening to engage
the antenna cable with the retainer clips on the back
of the instrument panel.
(5) Install the glove box onto the instrument panel.
(6) Untie the cord or twine from the instrument
panel antenna cable connector.
(7) Reach under the passenger side of the instru-
ment panel near the right cowl side inner panel to
reconnect the two halves of the radio antenna coaxial
cable connector. Wrap the connection with a piece of
foam tape.
(8) Engage the coaxial cable connector with the
retainer clip located on the bottom of the heater-A/C
housing.
(9) Reconnect the battery negative cable.
RADIO CHOKE RELAY
DESCRIPTION
Models equipped with the Infinity premium
speaker package have a filter, choke, and speaker
relay unit. The filter, choke, and speaker relay unit is
mounted to the lower instrument panel center brace,
inboard of the Central Timer Module (CTM) and
directly above the 16-way data link connector. The
filter, choke, and speaker relay unit can be accessed
for service without instrument panel disassembly or
removal.
The filter, choke, and speaker relay unit should be
checked if there is no sound output noted from the
speakers. The filter, choke, and speaker relay unit
cannot be repaired or adjusted and, if faulty or dam-
aged, the unit must be replaced.
OPERATION
The filter, choke, and speaker relay unit is used to
control the supply of fused battery current to the
front door speaker-mounted dual amplifiers. The
speaker relay is energized by a fused 12 volt output
from the radio receiver whenever the radio is turned
on. For complete circuit diagrams, refer to the appro-
priate 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 andlocation views for the various wire harness connec-
tors, splices and grounds.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - RADIO CHOKE
RELAY
The filter, choke and speaker relay is used to
switch power to the individual speaker amplifiers
used with the Infinity premium speaker package.
The choke and relay are serviced only as a unit. If all
of the speakers are inoperative the filter, choke and
speaker relay unit should be considered suspect.
However, before replacement make the following
checks of the filter, choke and speaker relay circuits.
For complete circuit diagrams, refer to the appropri-
ate 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 connec-
tors, splices and grounds.
(1)
Check the fused B(+) fuse in the junction block.
If OK, go to Step 2. If not OK, 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) Disconnect the instrument panel wire harness
connector from the filter, choke and speaker relay
unit. Check for battery voltage at the fused B(+) cir-
cuit cavity of the instrument panel wire harness con-
nector for the filter, choke and speaker relay unit. If
OK, go to Step 4. If not OK, repair the open fused
B(+) circuit to the junction block fuse as required.
(4) Probe the ground circuit cavity of the instru-
ment panel wire harness connector for the filter,
choke and speaker relay unit. Check for continuity to
a good ground. There should be continuity. If OK, go
to Step 5. If not OK, repair the open ground circuit to
ground as required.
(5) Turn the ignition switch to the On position and
turn the radio on. Check for battery voltage at the
radio 12-volt output circuit cavity of the instrument
panel wire harness connector for the filter, choke and
speaker relay unit. If OK, go to Step 6. If not OK,
repair the open radio 12-volt output circuit to the
radio as required.
(6) Turn the radio and ignition switches to the Off
position. Reconnect the instrument panel wire har-
ness connector to the filter, choke and speaker relay
unit. Check for battery voltage at the amplified
speaker (+) circuit cavity of the instrument panel
wire harness connector for the filter, choke and
speaker relay unit. There should be zero volts. Turn
the ignition and radio switches to the On position.
8A - 8 AUDIOBR/BE
ANTENNA BODY & CABLE (Continued)

(7) Remove the radio receiver from the instrument
panel. Refer to Audio, Radio for the procedures.
(8) Pull the antenna cable out through the radio
receiver opening in the instrument panel.
(9) Untie the cord or twine from the instrument
panel antenna cable connector, leaving the cord or
twine in place of the cable in the instrument panel.
(10) Remove the antenna cable from the instru-
ment panel.
INSTALLATION
(1) Tie the end of the cord or twine that was used
during instrument panel antenna cable removal
securely to the connector on the end of the antenna
cable being installed into the instrument panel. This
cord will be used to pull or ªfishº the cable back into
position.
(2) Using the cord or twine, pull the antenna cable
through the radio receiver opening from under the
instrument panel.
(3) Install the radio receiver onto the instrument
panel. Refer to Audio, Radio for the procedures.
(4) Reach through the glove box opening to engage
the antenna cable with the retainer clips on the back
of the instrument panel.
(5) Install the glove box onto the instrument panel.
Refer to Body, Instrument Panel for the procedures.
(6) Untie the cord or twine from the instrument
panel antenna cable connector.
(7) Reach under the passenger side of the instru-
ment panel near the right cowl side inner panel to
reconnect the two halves of the radio antenna coaxial
cable connector. Wrap the connection with a piece of
foam tape.
(8) Engage the coaxial cable connector with the
retainer clip located on the bottom of the heater-A/C
housing.
(9) Reconnect the battery negative cable.
RADIO
DESCRIPTION
Available factory-installed radio receivers for this
model include an AM/FM/cassette (RAS sales code),
an AM/FM/cassette/5-band graphic equalizer with CD
changer control feature (RBN sales code), an AM/FM/
CD/3-band graphic equalizer (RBR sales code), or an
AM/FM/CD/cassette/3-band graphic equalizer (RAZ
sales code). The factory-installed RAZ sales code
radio receivers can also communicate on the Chrysler
Collision Detection (CCD) data bus network through
a separate two-way wire harness connector. All facto-
ry-installed receivers are stereo Electronically Tuned
Radios (ETR) and include an electronic digital clock
function.These radio receivers can only be serviced by an
authorized radio repair station. See the latest War-
ranty Policies and Procedures manual for a current
listing of authorized radio repair stations.
All vehicles are equipped with an Ignition-Off
Draw (IOD) fuse that is removed when the vehicle is
shipped from the factory. This fuse feeds various
accessories that require battery current when the
ignition switch is in the Off position, including the
clock. The IOD fuse is removed to prevent battery
discharge during vehicle storage.
When removing or installing the IOD fuse, it is
important that the ignition switch be in the Off posi-
tion. Failure to place the ignition switch in the Off
position can cause the radio display to become scram-
bled when the IOD fuse is removed and replaced.
Removing and replacing the IOD fuse again, with the
ignition switch in the Off position, will correct the
scrambled display condition.
The IOD fuse should be checked if the radio or
clock displays are inoperative. The IOD fuse is
located in the junction block. Refer to the fuse layout
label on the back of the instrument panel fuse access
panel for IOD fuse identification and location.
OPERATION
The radio receiver operates on fused battery cur-
rent that is available only when the ignition switch is
in the On or Accessory positions. The electronic digi-
tal clock function of the radio operates on fused bat-
tery current supplied through the IOD fuse,
regardless of the ignition switch position.
For more information on the features, setting pro-
cedures, and control functions for each of the avail-
able factory-installed radio receivers, see the owner's
manual in the vehicle glove box. For complete circuit
diagrams, refer to the appropriate wiring informa-
tion. The wiring information includes wiring dia-
grams, proper wire and connector repair procedures,
details of wire harness routing and retention, connec-
tor pin-out information and location views for the
various wire harness connectors, splices and grounds.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - RADIO
If the vehicle is equipped with the optional remote
radio switches located on the steering wheel and the
problem being diagnosed is related to one of the
symptoms listed below, be certain to check the
remote radio switches and circuits. Refer to Audio,
Remote Radio Switch prior to attempting radio diag-
nosis or repair.
²Stations changing with no remote radio switch
input
8A - 10 AUDIOBR/BE
INSTRUMENT PANEL ANTENNA CABLE (Continued)

²Radio memory presets not working properly
²Volume changes with no remote radio switch
input
²Remote radio switch buttons taking on other
functions
²CD player skipping tracks
²Remote radio switch inoperative.
For complete circuit diagrams, refer to the appro-
priate 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 connec-
tors, 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.
CAUTION: The speaker output of the radio receiver
is a ªfloating groundº system. Do not allow any
speaker lead to short to ground, as damage to the
radio receiver may result.
(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 Power Dis-
tribution Center (PDC) as required.
(3) Check the fused ignition switch output (acc/
run) 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(s).
(4) Turn the ignition switch to the On position.
Check for battery voltage at the fused ignition switch
output (acc/run) fuse in the junction block. If OK, go
to Step 5. If not OK, repair the open fused ignition
switch output (acc/run) 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 radio receiver from the instrument
panel, but do not disconnect the wire harness connec-
tors. Check for continuity between the radio receiver
chassis and a good ground. There should be continu-
ity. If OK, go to Step 6. If not OK, repair the open
ground circuit to ground as required.(6) Connect the battery negative cable. Turn the
ignition switch to the On position. Check for battery
voltage at the fused ignition switch output (acc/run)
circuit cavity of the left (gray) radio wire harness
connector. If OK, go to Step 7. If not OK, repair the
open fused ignition switch output (acc/run) circuit to
the junction block fuse as required.
(7) Turn the ignition switch to the Off position.
Check for battery voltage at the fused B(+) circuit
cavity of the left (gray) radio wire harness connector.
If OK, replace the faulty radio receiver. If not OK,
repair the open fused B(+) circuit to the junction
block fuse as required.
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
(2) Remove the cluster bezel from the instrument
panel.
(3) Remove the two screws that secure the radio
receiver to the instrument panel (Fig. 8).
(4) Pull the radio receiver out from the instrument
panel far enough to access the instrument panel wire
harness connectors and the antenna coaxial cable
connector (Fig. 9).
Fig. 8 Radio Receiver Remove/Install
1 - WIRE HARNESS CONNECTORS
2 - ANTENNA COAXIAL CABLE
3 - RADIO
4 - SCREW
5 - GROUND WIRE
6 - SCREW
BR/BEAUDIO 8A - 11
RADIO (Continued)

²Wiper motor.
If the source of RFI or EMI noise is identified as a
component on the vehicle (i.e., generator, blower
motor, etc.), the ground path for that component
should be checked. If excessive resistance is found in
any ground circuit, clean, tighten, or repair the
ground circuits or connections to ground as required
before considering any component replacement.
For service and inspection of secondary ignition
components, refer to Electrical, Ignition Control.
Inspect the following secondary ignition system com-
ponents:
²Distributor cap and rotor
²Ignition coil
²Spark plugs
²Spark plug wire routing and condition.
Reroute the spark plug wires or replace the faulty
components as required.
If the source of the RFI or EMI noise is identified
as two-way mobile radio or telephone equipment,
check the equipment installation for the following:
²Power connections should be made directly to
the battery, and fused as closely to the battery as
possible.
²The antenna should be mounted on the roof or
toward the rear of the vehicle. Remember that mag-
netic antenna mounts on the roof panel can adversely
affect the operation of an overhead console compass,
if the vehicle is so equipped.
²The antenna cable should be fully shielded coax-
ial cable, should be as short as is practical, and
should be routed away from the factory-installed
vehicle wire harnesses whenever possible.
²The antenna and cable must be carefully
matched to ensure a low Standing Wave Ratio
(SWR).
Fleet vehicles are available with an extra-cost RFI-
suppressed Powertrain Control Module (PCM). This
unit reduces interference generated by the PCM on
some radio frequencies used in two-way radio com-
munications. However, this unit will not resolve com-
plaints of RFI in the commercial AM or FM radio
frequency ranges.
ENGINE-TO-BODY GROUND
STRAP
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the screw that secures the engine-to-
body ground strap eyelet to the dash panel (Fig. 10).
(2) Remove the screw that secures the engine-to-
body ground strap eyelet to the back of the engine
cylinder head (Fig. 11) or (Fig. 12).
(3) For the right side only on vehicles equipped
with a 3.9L, 5.2L or 5.9L engine, remove the nut thatsecures the engine-to-body ground strap eyelet to the
right rear valve cover stud.
(4) Remove the engine-to-body ground strap from
the engine compartment.INSTALLATION
(1) Position the engine-to-body ground strap to the
back of the engine cylinder head.
(2) Install and tighten the screw that secures the
engine-to-body ground strap eyelet to the back of the
engine cylinder head. Tighten the screw to 3.9 N´m
(35 in. lbs.).
Fig. 10 Engine-To-Body Ground
1 - SCREWS (2)
2 - GROUND STRAPS
Fig. 11 Engine-To-Body Ground Strap Remove/
Install - V6 & V8 Engine
1 - GROUND STRAP
2 - NUT
3 - GROUND STRAP
4 - SCREW
5 - SCREW
BR/BEAUDIO 8A - 13
RADIO NOISE SUPPRESSION COMPONENTS (Continued)

CHIME/BUZZER
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
CHIME WARNING SYSTEM
DESCRIPTION............................1
OPERATION.............................1DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING..................2
CHIME WARNING SYSTEM................2
CHIME WARNING SYSTEM
DESCRIPTION
A chime warning system is standard factory-in-
stalled equipment on this model. The chime warning
system uses a single chime tone generator that is
integral to the Central Timer Module (CTM) to pro-
vide an audible indication of various vehicle condi-
tions that may require the attention of the vehicle
operator. The chime warning system includes the fol-
lowing major components, which are described in fur-
ther detail elsewhere in this service manual:
²Central Timer Module- The Central Timer
Module (CTM) is located under the driver side end of
the instrument panel, inboard of the instrument
panel steering column opening. The CTM contains an
integral chime tone generator to provide all of the
proper chime warning system features based upon
the monitored inputs.
²Door Ajar Switch- A door ajar switch is inte-
gral to the driver side front door latch. This switch
provides an input to the chime warning system indi-
cating whether the driver side front door is open or
closed.
²Headlamp Switch- The headlamp switch is
located on the instrument panel outboard of the
steering column. The headlamp switch provides an
input to the chime warning system indicating when
the exterior lamps are turned On or Off.
²Ignition Switch- A key-in ignition switch is
integral to the ignition switch. The key-in ignition
switch provides an input to the chime warning sys-
tem indicating whether a key is present in the igni-
tion lock cylinder.
²Seat Belt Switch- A seat belt switch is inte-
gral to the driver side front seat belt retractor unit.
The seat belt switch provides an input to the chime
warning system indicating whether the driver side
front seat belt is fastened.
Hard wired circuitry connects many of the chime
warning system components to each other through
the electrical system of the vehicle. These hard wired
circuits are integral to several wire harnesses, which
are routed throughout the vehicle and retained bymany different methods. These circuits may be con-
nected to each other, to the vehicle electrical system
and to the chime warning system 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 information. The wir-
ing information includes wiring diagrams, proper
wire and connector repair procedures, further details
on wire harness routing and retention, as well as
pin-out and location views for the various wire har-
ness connectors, splices and grounds.
The CTM chime warning system circuitry and the
integral chime tone generator cannot be adjusted or
repaired. If the CTM or the chime tone generator are
damaged or faulty, the CTM unit must be replaced.
OPERATION
The chime warning system is designed to provide an
audible output as an indication of various conditions
that may require the attention or awareness of the
vehicle operator. The chime warning system compo-
nents operate on battery current received through a
fused B(+) fuse in the Junction Block (JB) on a non-
switched fused B(+) circuit so that the system may
operate regardless of the ignition switch position.
The chime warning system provides an audible
indication to the vehicle operator under the following
conditions:
²Fasten Seat Belt Warning- The Central
Timer Module (CTM) chime tone generator will gen-
erate repetitive chime tones at a slow rate to
announce that a hard wired input from the seat belt
switch to the Electro-Mechanical Instrument Cluster
(EMIC) indicates that the driver side front seat belt
is not fastened with the ignition switch in the On
position. Unless the driver side front seat belt is fas-
tened, the chimes will continue to sound for a dura-
tion of about seven seconds each time the ignition
switch is turned to the On position or until the driver
side front seat belt is fastened, whichever occurs
first. This chime tone is based upon a hard wired
chime request input to the CTM from the EMIC, but
is not related to the operation of the EMIC ªSeatbeltº
indicator.
BR/BECHIME/BUZZER 8B - 1