2001 DODGE TOWN AND COUNTRY Service Manual

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DODGE TOWN AND COUNTRY 2001 Service Manual INTERMITTENT AND POOR CONNECTIONS
Most intermittent electrical problems are caused
by faulty electrical connections or wiring. It is also
possible for a sticking component or relay to cause a
problem.

INTERMITTENT AND POOR CONNECTIONS
Most intermittent electrical problems are caused
by faulty electrical connections or wiring. It is also
possible for a sticking component or relay to cause a
problem. Before condemning a component or wiring
assembly, check the following items.
²Connectors are fully seated
²Spread terminals, or terminal push out
²Terminals in the wiring assembly are fully
seated into the connector/component and locked into
position
²Dirt or corrosion on the terminals. Any amount
of corrosion or dirt could cause an intermittent prob-
lem
²Damaged connector/component casing exposing
the item to dirt or moisture
²Wire insulation that has rubbed through causing
a short to ground
²Some or all of the wiring strands broken inside
of the insulation
²Wiring broken inside of the insulation
TROUBLESHOOTING WIRING PROBLEMS
When troubleshooting wiring problems there are
six steps which can aid in the procedure. The steps
are listed and explained below. Always check for non-
factory items added to the vehicle before doing any
diagnosis. If the vehicle is equipped with these items,
disconnect them to verify these add-on items are not
the cause of the problem.
(1) Verify the problem.
(2) Verify any related symptoms. Do this by per-
forming operational checks on components that are
in the same circuit. Refer to the wiring diagrams.
(3) Analyze the symptoms. Use the wiring dia-
grams to determine what the circuit is doing, where
the problem most likely is occurring and where the
diagnosis will continue.
(4) Isolate the problem area.
(5) Repair the problem area.(6) Verify the proper operation. For this step,
check for proper operation of all items on the
repaired circuit. Refer to the wiring diagrams.
STANDARD PROCEDURE - TESTING FOR
VOLTAGE POTENTIAL
(1) Connect the ground lead of a voltmeter to a
known good ground (Fig. 5).
(2) Connect the other lead of the voltmeter to the
selected test point. The vehicle ignition may need to
be turned ON to check voltage. Refer to the appropri-
ate test procedure.
STANDARD PROCEDURE - TESTING FOR
CONTINUITY
(1) Remove the fuse for the circuit being checked
or, disconnect the battery.
(2) Connect one lead of the ohmmeter to one side
of the circuit being tested (Fig. 6)
(3) Connect the other lead to the other end of the
circuit being tested. Low or no resistance means good
continuity.
STANDARD PROCEDURE - TESTING FOR A
SHORT TO GROUND
(1) Remove the fuse and disconnect all items
involved with the fuse.
(2) Connect a test light or a voltmeter across the
terminals of the fuse.
(3) Starting at the fuse block, wiggle the wiring
harness about six to eight inches apart and watch
the voltmeter/test lamp.
Fig. 4 PROBING TOOL
1 - SPECIAL TOOL 6801
2 - PROBING END
Fig. 5 Testing for Voltage Potential
8Wa - 01 - 6 8W-01 WIRING DIAGRAM INFORMATIONRG
WIRING DIAGRAM INFORMATION (Continued)
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DODGE TOWN AND COUNTRY 2001 Service Manual (4) If the voltmeter registers voltage or the test
lamp glows, there is a short to ground in that gen-
eral area of the wiring harness.
STANDARD PROCEDURE - TESTING FOR
SHORT TO GROUND ON FUSES POWERI

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DODGE TOWN AND COUNTRY 2001 Service Manual SPECIAL TOOLS
SPECIAL TOOLS - WIRING/TERMINALCONNECTOR - AUGAT
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect battery.
(2) Disconnect the connector from its mating half/
component.
(3) Push down on the yellow connector locki

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DODGE TOWN AND COUNTRY 2001 Service Manual (2) Insert the removed wire in the same cavity on
the repair connector.
(3) Repeat steps for each wire in the connector,
being sure that all wires are inserted into the proper
cavities. For additional

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DODGE TOWN AND COUNTRY 2001 Service Manual (4) Insert the probe end of special tool 6934 into
the back of the connector cavity (Fig. 13).
(5) Grasp the wire and tool 6934, then slowly
remove the wire and terminal from the connector.
(6) Repair

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DODGE TOWN AND COUNTRY 2001 Service Manual TERMINAL
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect battery.
(2) Disconnect the connector being repaired from
its mating half/component.
(3) Remove the connector locking wedge, if
required (Fig. 16).
(4) Position the con

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DODGE TOWN AND COUNTRY 2001 Service Manual (5) Solder the connection together using rosin core
type solder only (Fig. 21).
CAUTION: DO NOT USE ACID CORE SOLDER.(6) Center the heat shrink tubing over the joint
and heat using a heat gun. Heat th

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DODGE TOWN AND COUNTRY 2001 Service Manual 8W-02 COMPONENT INDEX
Component Page
A/C Compressor Clutch Relay........... 8Wa-42
A/C Compressor Clutch................ 8Wa-42
A/C-Heater Control................... 8Wa-42
A/C Pressure Sensor........

8W-02 COMPONENT INDEX
Component Page
A/C Compressor Clutch Relay........... 8Wa-42
A/C Compressor Clutch................ 8Wa-42
A/C-Heater Control................... 8Wa-42
A/C Pressure Sensor.................. 8Wa-42
Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor........ 8Wa-30
Accessory Relay...................... 8Wa-10
Airbags............................. 8Wa-43
Ambient Temp Sensor................. 8Wa-49
Antenna............................ 8Wa-47
ATC Remote Sensor................... 8Wa-42
Auto Shut Down Relay................. 8Wa-30
Auto Temp Control.................... 8Wa-42
Automatic Day/Night Mirror............ 8Wa-49
Autostick Switch..................... 8Wa-31
Back-Up Lamp Switch................. 8Wa-51
Battery Temperature Sensor............ 8Wa-20
Battery............................. 8Wa-20
Blend Door Actuators.................. 8Wa-42
Blower Motor Resistor................. 8Wa-42
Body Control Module.................. 8Wa-45
Boost Pressure Sensor................. 8Wa-30
B-Pillar Switches..................... 8Wa-61
Brake Fluid Level Switch............... 8Wa-40
Brake Lamp Switch................... 8Wa-51
Brake Transmission Shift Interlock
Solenoid.......................... 8Wa-31
Cabin Heater Assist................... 8Wa-30
Camshaft Position Sensor.............. 8Wa-30
CD Changer......................... 8Wa-47
Center High Mounted Stop Lamp........ 8Wa-51
Cinch/Release Motors.................. 8Wa-61
Clockspring................. 8Wa-33, 41, 43, 47
Clutch Pedal Interlock Switch Jumper..... 8Wa-10
Clutch Pedal Interlock Switch........... 8Wa-10
Clutch Pedal Upstop Switch............. 8Wa-30
Combination Relays................... 8Wa-54
Controller Antilock Brake.............. 8Wa-35
Crank Case Ventilation Heater.......... 8Wa-30
Crankshaft Position Sensor............. 8Wa-30
Cylinder Lock Switches................ 8Wa-39
Data Link Connector.................. 8Wa-18
Defogger Relay....................... 8Wa-48
Diagnostic Junction Port............... 8Wa-18
Dome Lamps........................ 8Wa-44
Door Ajar Switches.................... 8Wa-39
Door Courtesy Lamps.................. 8Wa-44
Door Lock Motor/Ajar Switches.......... 8Wa-61
Door Lock Switches................... 8Wa-61
Dosing Pump........................ 8Wa-30
Driver Heated Seat Module............. 8Wa-63
ECM/PCM Relay..................... 8Wa-30
EGR Solenoid........................ 8Wa-30Component Page
Electric Wiper De-Icer................. 8Wa-48
Engine Control Module................ 8Wa-30
Engine Coolant Temp Sensor............ 8Wa-30
Engine Oil Pressure Sensor............. 8Wa-30
Engine Oil Pressure Switch............. 8Wa-30
Engine Oil Temperature Sensor.......... 8Wa-30
EVAP/Purge Solenoid.................. 8Wa-30
Evaporator Temperature Sensor......... 8Wa-42
Floor Console Lamp................... 8Wa-44
Floor Console Power Outlet............. 8Wa-41
Fog Lamps.......................... 8Wa-50
Front Blower Module.................. 8Wa-42
Front Blower Motor Relay.............. 8Wa-42
Front Blower Motor................... 8Wa-42
Front Cigar Lighter................... 8Wa-41
Front Control Module.................. 8Wa-10
Front Fog Lamp Relay................. 8Wa-50
Front Intrusion Sensor................. 8Wa-39
Front Reading Lamps/Switch............ 8Wa-44
Front Washer Pump Motor.............. 8Wa-53
Front Wiper Hi/Low Relay.............. 8Wa-53
Front Wiper On/Off Relay.............. 8Wa-53
Fuel Heater Relay.................... 8Wa-10
Fuel Heater......................... 8Wa-30
Fuel Injectors........................ 8Wa-30
Fuel Pressure Sensor.................. 8Wa-30
Fuel Pressure Solenoid................. 8Wa-30
Fuel Pump Module.................... 8Wa-30
Fuel Pump Relay..................... 8Wa-30
Full Open Switches................... 8Wa-61
Fuselink............................ 8Wa-10
Fuses (IPM)......................... 8Wa-10
Generator........................... 8Wa-20
Glove Box Lamp...................... 8Wa-44
Glow Plug Relay...................... 8Wa-30
Glow Plugs.......................... 8Wa-30
Grounds............................ 8Wa-15
Halo Lamp.......................... 8Wa-44
Headlamp Leveling Motors............. 8Wa-50
Headlamp Switch..................... 8Wa-50
Headlamp Washer Pump Motor.......... 8Wa-53
Headlamp Washer Relay............... 8Wa-53
Headlamps.......................... 8Wa-50
Heated Seat Backs.................... 8Wa-63
Heated Seat Cushions................. 8Wa-63
High Beam Lamps.................... 8Wa-50
Hood Ajar Switch..................... 8Wa-39
Horn Relay.......................... 8Wa-41
Horn Switch......................... 8Wa-41
Horns.............................. 8Wa-41
Idle Air Control Motor................. 8Wa-30
Ignition Coil......................... 8Wa-30
RG8W-02 COMPONENT INDEX8Wa-02-1
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