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DODGE TOWN AND COUNTRY 2001 Service Manual - ELECTRICAL/LAMPS/LIGHTING - EXTERIOR/
HEADLAMP SWITCH - DIAGNOSIS AND TEST-
ING) for diagnosis of the headlamp leveling switch. If
the headlamp leveling switch is faulty, the headlamp
switch must be

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DODGE TOWN AND COUNTRY 2001 Service Manual POWER SYSTEMS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
POWER LIFTGATE SYSTEM.................. 1
POWER SLIDING DOOR SYSTEM............ 19
POWER LOCKS........................... 39POWER MIRRORS.....................

POWER SYSTEMS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
POWER LIFTGATE SYSTEM.................. 1
POWER SLIDING DOOR SYSTEM............ 19
POWER LOCKS........................... 39POWER MIRRORS........................ 45
POWER SEATS........................... 49
POWER WINDOWS........................ 60
POWER LIFTGATE SYSTEM
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
POWER LIFTGATE SYSTEM
DESCRIPTION............................2
OPERATION.............................3
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING..................4
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - POWER
LIFTGATE SYSTEM......................4
STANDARD PROCEDURE...................9
LIFTGATE ADJUSTMENT..................9
POWER LIFTGATE LEARN CYCLE..........9
PINCH SENSOR
DESCRIPTION............................9
OPERATION.............................9
REMOVAL...............................9
INSTALLATION...........................10
FULL OPEN SWITCH
DESCRIPTION...........................10
OPERATION.............................10
REMOVAL..............................10
INSTALLATION...........................10
LIFTGATE MOTOR
DESCRIPTION...........................11
OPERATION.............................11
REMOVAL..............................11
INSTALLATION...........................11
ENGAGE ACTUATOR
DESCRIPTION...........................12
OPERATION.............................12
REMOVAL..............................12
INSTALLATION...........................12TRANSVERSE BRACKET
DESCRIPTION...........................13
OPERATION.............................13
REMOVAL..............................13
INSTALLATION...........................13
LIFT GEAR & LINK ROD
DESCRIPTION...........................14
OPERATION.............................14
REMOVAL..............................14
INSTALLATION...........................14
LATCH
DESCRIPTION...........................15
OPERATION.............................15
REMOVAL..............................15
INSTALLATION...........................15
LATCH ACTUATOR
DESCRIPTION...........................16
OPERATION.............................16
REMOVAL..............................16
INSTALLATION...........................16
EXTERIOR HANDLE SWITCH
DESCRIPTION...........................17
OPERATION.............................17
REMOVAL..............................17
INSTALLATION...........................17
CHIME/THERMISTOR
DESCRIPTION...........................18
OPERATION.............................18
REMOVAL..............................18
INSTALLATION...........................18
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DODGE TOWN AND COUNTRY 2001 Service Manual ²UNLOCK: Pressing the UNLOCK button once
will unlock the drivers side doors and activate the
illuminated entry system and disarm Vehicle Theft
Security System, if equipped. Pressing the UNLOCK
butto

²UNLOCK: Pressing the UNLOCK button once
will unlock the driver's side doors and activate the
illuminated entry system and disarm Vehicle Theft
Security System, if equipped. Pressing the UNLOCK
button twice within five seconds will unlock all doors
and activate the illuminated entry system.
²LEFT SLIDING DOOR: Pressing the LEFT
SLIDING DOOR BUTTON opens/closes the left
power sliding door remotely.
²RIGHT SLIDING DOOR: Pressing the RIGHT
SLIDING DOOR BUTTON opens/closes the right
power sliding door remotely.
²LIFTGATE: Pressing the LIFTGATE BUTTON
opens/closes the liftgate remotely.
²PANIC: Pressing the PANIC button sounds the
horns at half second intervals, flashes the exterior
lamps, and turns ON the interior lamps. The panic
alarm will remain on for three minutes, or until the
PANIC button is actuated again or the ignition
switch is turned to the RUN position.
The Remote Keyless Entry Module is capable of
retaining the transmitter Vehicle Access Code(s)
(VAC) in its memory even after vehicle power has
been interrupted.
NOTE: Additional features available to the customer
are described in the Vehicle Owners Manual.
The RKE system activates the optional memory
seat and mirror system, if equipped. Two primary
key fob transmitters can be programmed to actuate
memory seat and mirror setting 1 or 2. Two addi-
tional key fob transmitters can be added, but they
will not be able to operate the memory seat and mir-
ror system (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/POWER
SEATS - OPERATION) and (Refer to 8 - ELECTRI-
CAL/POWER MIRRORS - OPERATION).
DOOR LOCK MOTOR
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - DOOR LOCK
MOTOR
Verify battery condition before testing door lock
motor(s) (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/BATTERY SYS-
TEM/BATTERY - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING).
To determine which motor is faulty, check each
individual door for electrical lock and unlock or dis-
connect the motor connectors one at a time, while
operating the door lock switch. In the event that
none of the motors work, the problem may be caused
by a shorted motor or a bad switch. Disconnecting
the defective motor will allow the others to work.
To test an individual door lock motor, disconnect
the electrical connector from the motor. To lock the
door, connect a 12 volt power source to the positivepin of the lock motor and a ground wire to the other
pin. Refer to the appropriate wiring information. The
wiring 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. To unlock the
door reverse the wire connections at the motor pin
terminals. If these results are NOT obtained, replace
the motor.
DOOR LOCK SWITCH
DESCRIPTION
The Power Door Lock Switch is attached to the
door trim panel with two screws.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - DOOR LOCK
SWITCH
(1) Remove door trim panel. Refer to Body, Door -
Front, Trim Panel, Removal and Installation.
(2) Disconnect wire connector from back of door
lock switch.
(3) Depress switch to LOCK position.
(4) Using an ohmmeter, test switch resistance
between Pins 2 and 3. Refer to the test and (Fig. 2).
(5) Depress switch to UNLOCK position.
(6) Test resistance between Pins 2 and 3.
(7) Test resistance between pins 2 and 3 while
switch is in its normal unactuated mode.
(8) If resistance values are not within the param-
eters shown replace the door lock switch.
DOOR LOCK SWITCH CONTINUITY
SWITCH
POSITIONCONTINUITY
BETWEENRESISTANCE
VALUE
LOCK 2 and 3 5.3K Ohm 5%
UNLOCK 2 and 3 2.0K Ohm 5%
UNACTUATED 2 and 3 18.3K Ohms
5%
Fig. 2 DOOR LOCK SWITCH
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DODGE TOWN AND COUNTRY 2001 Service Manual REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY
MODULE
DESCRIPTION
The RKE module is capable of retaining up to four
different Vehicle Access Codes.
OPERATION
Whenever the vehicle battery power is interrupted
the RKE Module wil

REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY
MODULE
DESCRIPTION
The RKE module is capable of retaining up to four
different Vehicle Access Codes.
OPERATION
Whenever the vehicle battery power is interrupted
the RKE Module will retain all vehicle access codes
in its memory. When replacing or adding a key fob
transmitter (maximum 4) a DRB IIItscan tool is
required to program the RKE Module to accept the
new Vehicle Access Code if a customer owned trans-
mitter is not available. Refer to Electrical, Remote
Keyless Entry Module, Standard Procedure - Pro-
gramming RKE Module or the Proper Body Diagnos-
tic Procedures manual.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - REMOTE KEYLESS
ENTRY
Refer to the appropriate wiring information. The
wiring 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. Refer to the
proper Body Diagnostic Procedures Manual for test-
ing the Remote Keyless Entry system using a DRB
IIItscan tool. Also refer to other interrelated sys-
tems groups within this manual:
²Vehicle Theft Security System
²Power Seats
²Power Mirrors
STANDARD PROCEDURE - PROGRAMMING
RKE MODULE
(1) Using a functional key fob transmitter, unlock
the vehicle and disarm the Vehicle Theft Security
System.
(2) Insert ignition key into the ignition switch.
(3) Turn the ignition switch to RUN position with-
out starting engine.
(4) Using a functional key fob transmitter, press
and hold the UNLOCK button for a minimum five
seconds (maximum ten seconds).
(5) While still holding UNLOCK button, and
before ten seconds passes, press the PANIC button
and release both at the same time. A single chime
will sound to verify that the RKE module is set to
receive the new Vehicle Access Code(s).
(6) Within 30 seconds of the chime, press and
release the ªLOCKº and ªUNLOCKº buttons on the
transmitter at the same time. Then press any one of
the buttons. The BCM will sound an abbreviatedchime to acknowledge that the programming of the
transmitter has been completed and was successful.
(7) Repeat step 6 for all transmitters that will be
used with this vehicle (up to 4 total).
(8) Programming mode will last for 30 seconds. To
get out of programming mode sooner, turn the igni-
tion OFF. A single chime will sound to verify that the
RKE module will no longer accept additional Vehicle
Access Code(s).
(9) When Vehicle Access Code(s) programming is
complete, turn the ignition switch to the OFF posi-
tion and verify RKE system operation using each key
fob.
NOTE:
Only the two key fob transmitters that have been
programmed to the memory seat and mirror system
will operate it. If any key fob is replaced, the mem-
ory seat and mirror module will require program-
ming. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/POWER SEATS -
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING).
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
(2) Remove instrument panel top cover (Refer to
23 - BODY/INSTRUMENT PANEL/INSTRUMENT
PANEL TOP PAD - REMOVAL).
(3) Remove screws holding RKE module to instru-
ment panel.
(4) Disconnect wire connector from RKE module
(Fig. 4).
(5) Remove the RKE module from vehicle.
Fig. 4 RKE MODULE
1 - REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY MODULE
2 - INSTRUMENT PANEL
3 - DEMISTER DUCT
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DODGE TOWN AND COUNTRY 2001 Service Manual POWER MIRRORS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
POWER MIRRORS
DESCRIPTION...........................45
OPERATION.............................45
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING.................45
POWER MIRRORS........

POWER MIRRORS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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POWER MIRRORS
DESCRIPTION...........................45
OPERATION.............................45
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING.................45
POWER MIRRORS......................45
AUTOMATIC DAY / NIGHT MIRROR
DESCRIPTION...........................46
OPERATION.............................46
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING.................47AUTOMATIC DAY/NIGHT MIRROR..........47
REMOTE SWITCH
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING.................48
REMOTE SWITCH......................48
REMOVAL..............................48
INSTALLATION...........................48
SIDEVIEW MIRROR
REMOVAL..............................48
POWER MIRRORS
DESCRIPTION
If equipped with power mirrors, the control switch
is located on the instrument panel to the left of the
headlamp switch.
OPERATION
The power mirrors are connected to battery feed at
all times. Each mirror head contains two electric
motors, two drive mechanisms, an electric heating
element, and the mirror glass. If the vehicle is
equipped with the optional memory system, each
mirror head also contains both a horizontal and a
vertical motor position sensor. One motor and drive
controls mirror up-and-down movement, and the
other controls right-and-left movement.
An optional driver side outside electrochromic mir-
ror is able to automatically change its reflectance
level. This mirror is controlled by the circuitry of the
automatic day/night inside rear view mirror. A thin
layer of electrochromic material between two pieces
of conductive glass make up the face of the mirror.
Two photocell sensors on the inside rear view mirror
are used to monitor light levels and adjust the reflec-tance of both the inside and driver side outside mir-
rors. This change in reflectance helps to reduce the
glare of headlamps approaching the vehicle from the
rear. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/POWER MIRRORS/
AUTOMATIC DAY / NIGHT MIRROR - DESCRIP-
TION) for more information on this system.
The motors which operate the mirrors are part of
the mirror assembly and cannot be serviced sepa-
rately.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - POWER MIRRORS
(1) Remove Power Mirror Switch. (Refer to 8 -
ELECTRICAL/POWER MIRRORS/POWER MIRROR
SWITCH - REMOVAL).
(2) Disconnect wiring harness connector to the
power mirror switch and headlamp switch.
(3) Using two jumper wires:
²Connect one to a 12-volt source
²Connect the other to a good body ground
²Refer to the Mirror Test Chart for wire hookups
at the switch connector (Fig. 1).
(4) If results shown in table are not obtained,
check for broken or shorted circuit, or replace mirror
assembly as necessary.
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DODGE TOWN AND COUNTRY 2001 Service Manual AUTOMATIC DAY / NIGHT
MIRROR
DESCRIPTION
An automatic dimming inside day/night rear view
mirror and an automatic dimming driver side outside
rear view mirror are available factory-installed
options on

AUTOMATIC DAY / NIGHT
MIRROR
DESCRIPTION
An automatic dimming inside day/night rear view
mirror and an automatic dimming driver side outside
rear view mirror are available factory-installed
options on this model. Following is a general descrip-
tion of this optional equipment.
The automatic day/night mirror is able to automat-
ically change its reflectance. A thin layer of electro-
chromic material between two pieces of conductive
glass make up the face of the mirror. Two photocell
sensors are used to monitor light levels and adjust
the reflectance of the mirror to reduce the glare of
headlamps approaching the vehicle from the rear.
For removal procedures, (Refer to 23 - BODY/IN-
TERIOR/REAR VIEW MIRROR - REMOVAL).
OPERATION
The ambient photocell sensor faces forward, to
detect the outside light levels. A second sensor facesrearward to detect the light level received through
the vehicles back window. When the difference
between the two light levels becomes too great (the
light level received at the rear of the mirror is much
higher than that at the front of the mirror), the mir-
ror begins to darken.
The mirror switch allows the driver a manual con-
trol of whether the automatic dimming feature is
operational. When AUTO is selected a small Light-
Emitting Diode (LED), to the right of the mirror
switch, is illuminated. The automatic dimming fea-
ture will only operate when the ignition switch is in
the On position. The mirror also senses the backup
lamp circuit, and will automatically disable its self-
dimming feature whenever the transmission gear
selector is in the Reverse position.
NOTE: The mirror always defaults to an ON state
upon ignition.
Fig. 1 Power Mirror Test
MIRROR TEST
SWITCH CONNECTOR
12 Volts Ground MIRROR REACTION
Right Left
PIN 12 PIN 6 Ð UP
PIN 7 PIN 6 Ð LEFT
PIN 6 PIN 12 Ð DOWN
PIN 6 PIN 7 Ð RIGHT
PIN 13 PIN 1 UP Ð
PIN 8 PIN 1 LEFT Ð
PIN 1 PIN 13 DOWN Ð
PIN 1 PIN 8 RIGHT Ð
PIN 5 PIN 11 LAMP LAMP
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DODGE TOWN AND COUNTRY 2001 Service Manual The driver side automatic dimming mirror is stan-
dard with the automatic dimming inside mirror. The
signal to control the dimming of that mirror is gen-
erated by the automatic day/night inside rear

The driver side automatic dimming mirror is stan-
dard with the automatic dimming inside mirror. The
signal to control the dimming of that mirror is gen-
erated by the automatic day/night inside rear view
mirror circuitry. That signal is then delivered to the
driver side outside rear view mirror on a hard wired
circuit.
The automatic day/night mirror cannot be
repaired. If faulty or damaged, the entire inside rear
view mirror assembly must be replaced.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - AUTOMATIC
DAY/NIGHT MIRROR
For circuit descriptions and diagrams, refer to the
appropriate wiring information. The wiring informa-
tion includes wiring diagrams, proper wire and con-
nector repair procedures, details of wire harness
routing and retention, connector pin-out information
and location views for the various wire harness con-
nectors, splices and grounds.
(1) Check the fuse in the intelligent power module.
If OK, go to Step 2. If not OK, repair the shorted cir-
cuit or component as required and replace the faulty
fuse.
(2) Turn the ignition switch to the On position.
Check for battery voltage at the fuse in the intelli-
gent power module. If OK, go to Step 3. If not OK,
repair the open circuit to the ignition switch as
required.
(3) Unplug the wire harness connector from the
automatic day/night mirror. Check for battery voltage
at the fused ignition switch output circuit cavity of
the automatic day/night mirror wire harness connec-
tor. If OK, go to Step 4. If not OK, repair the open
circuit to the junction block as required.
(4) Turn the ignition switch to the Off position.
Check for continuity between the ground circuit cav-
ity of the automatic day/night mirror wire harness
connector and a good ground. There should be conti-
nuity. If OK, go to Step 5. If not OK, repair the cir-
cuit to ground as required.
(5) Turn the ignition switch to the On position. Set
the parking brake. Place the transmission gear selec-
tor lever in the Reverse position. Check for battery
voltage at the backup lamp switch output circuit cav-ity of the automatic day/night mirror wire harness
connector. If voltage is present, reinstall the auto-
matic day/night mirror wire harness connector and
go to Step 6. If not OK, repair the open circuit as
required.
(6) Place the transmission gear selector lever in
the Neutral position. Place the automatic day/night
mirror switch in the On (LED in the switch is
lighted) position. Cover the forward facing ambient
photocell sensor to keep out any ambient light.
NOTE: The ambient photocell sensor must be cov-
ered completely, so that no light reaches the sen-
sor. Use a finger pressed tightly against the sensor,
or cover the sensor completely with electrical tape.
(7) Shine a light into the rearward facing head-
lamp photocell sensor. The automatic day/night mir-
ror should darken. The automatic day/night mirror
should darken within 2 minutes if testing for the
first time. For immediate response, turn the vehicle
OFF and back ON with the forward-facing light sen-
sor still covered. This defeats the day-detect logic. If
OK, go to Step 8. If not OK, replace the faulty mirror
unit.
(8) With the mirror darkened, place the transmis-
sion gear selector lever in the Reverse position. The
automatic day/night mirror should return to its nor-
mal reflectance. If not OK, replace the faulty mirror
unit.
Bench testing both mirrors can be done, of care is
exercised. For an inside mirror, the pin closest to he
mount is 12V (+), the next is 12V (-). The third is
reverse override. The fourth is outside mirror (+),
and the fifth is outside mirror (-).Do not apply 12
volts to the fourth and fifth pins.With 12 volts
on pins 1 and 2, the mirror can be tested by blocking
the rear sensor and shining a light into the forward
sensor. For an outside mirror, there is a 2±pin con-
nector. Applying 1.2 volts will cause the mirror to
dim. If the mirror does not dim, the entire glass
assembly can be replaced just as it is when the glass
is broken.
WARNING: Do not apply 12 volts to the outside mir-
ror. Damage to the mirror will result.
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DODGE TOWN AND COUNTRY 2001 Service Manual REMOTE SWITCH
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - REMOTE SWITCH
(1) Remove power mirror switch. (Refer to 8 -
ELECTRICAL/POWER MIRRORS/POWER MIRROR
SWITCH - REMOVAL).
(2) Disconnect wiring harness at switch conne

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