
(2) Remove the door trim panel from the appropri-
ate side door. Refer to the Body section for the pro-
cedure.
(3) Remove water shield as necessary to gain
access to motor assembly.
(4) Remove retaining clip holding flex drive assem-
bly to the motor (Fig. 8). Pull flex drive cable straight
out of the motor assembly.
(5) Disconnect door motor electrical connector.
(6) Using a trim stick (special tool #C-4755) or
equivalent, gently pry out push-pin fasteners retain-
ing motor.
(7) Remove the motor assembly from the vehicle.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position the motor assembly on the door inner
panel.
(2) Install the push-pin fasteners retaining the
motor assembly to the sliding door.
NOTE: Push in on the push-pins at the clutch hous-
ing (plastic side) until you hear one click. Push in
on the push-pin fasteners at the motor mount
(sheet metal side) until you hear two clicks. This
assures proper installation/attachment of the motor
to the sliding door.
(3) Install the flex shaft by lining up the square
shaped drive shaft with corresponding hole in motor
drive unit and push straight in.(4) Install the E-clip to secure flex-shaft.
(5) Connect the negative battery cable.
(6) Install the weather shield. Refer to the Body
section of the service manual for the procedure.
(7) Install the door trim panel on the side door.
Refer to Body for the procedure.
FULL OPEN SWITCH
DESCRIPTION
Vehicles equipped with a power sliding door utilize
a full open switch. This switch is located in the hold
open latch (Fig. 9) under the side door lower hinge.
When the power side door module receives a ground
signal input from the full open switch, and as long as
the cinching latch actuator is not in power mode or
the handle switch is open, the signal indicates that
the door is at the full open position.
The full open switch is incorporated into the hold
open latch. If the full open switch proves faulty, the
entire hold open latch assembly must be replaced.
OPERATION
The full open switch is triggered by a pawl lever in
the hold open latch. When the full open switch is
closed (circuit to ground) the ratchet has engaged on
the hold open striker and the pawl lever has engaged
on the ratchet, locking the latch from opening and
holding the door in the full open position.
Fig. 8 Flex Drive Retaining Clip
1 - Flex Drive Cable Retaining Clip
2 - Flex Drive Cable
3 - Side Door Motor Assembly
Fig. 9 Full Open Switch Position & Orientation
1 - Hold Open Latch Assembly
2 - Hold Open Latch Cable
3 - Full Open Switch
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LEFT B-PILLAR SWITCH
DESCRIPTION
Vehicles equipped with power sliding side door/s
utilize B-pillar switches. These switches are located
on the interior of the vehicle, on the B-pillar trim
panels. These switches serve as an open and close
command switch for the appropriate power side door.
The B-pillar switches are replaceable. Consult your
Mopar parts catalog for a specific part number.
OPERATION
When the Pillar switch is depressed a signal is
sent to the Body Control Module (BCM), this signal
is then sent to the Power Sliding Door Module, tell-
ing it to start a power open or close cycle. The child
lockout feature must be disabled and the side door
must be unlocked in order for the Pillar switch to
function.
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect and isolate the negative battery
cable.
(2) Using a trim stick or other small flat-bladed
pry tool, gently pry the leading upper edge of the
B-pillar switch away from the B-pillar trim.
(3) Once the upper edge is free from pillar trim,
rock the switch out of the switch opening.
(4) Disconnect the B-pillar switch electrical con-
nector. First, slide the connector lock away from the
switch then, depress connector retaining tab while
pulling straight apart.
(5) Remove the B-pillar switch from the vehicle.
INSTALLATION
(1) Connect the B-pillar switch electrical connector.
Slide connector lock toward the switch to lock in
place.
(2) Hook the lower edge of the B-pillar switch on
the B-pillar trim and then push the switch firmly
into position.
(3) Connect the negative battery cable.
RIGHT B-PILLAR SWITCH
DESCRIPTION
Vehicles equipped with power sliding side door/s
utilize B-pillar switches. These switches are located
on the interior of the vehicle, on the B-pillar trim
panels. These switches serve as an open and close
command switch for the appropriate power side door.
The B-pillar switches are replaceable. Consult your
Mopar parts catalog for a specific part number.
OPERATION
When the Pillar switch is depressed a signal is
sent to the Body Control Module (BCM), this signal
is then sent to the Power Sliding Door Module, tell-
ing it to start a power open or close cycle. The child
lockout feature must be disabled and the side door
must be unlocked in order for the Pillar switch to
function.
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect and isolate the negative battery
cable.
(2) Using a trim stick or other small flat-bladed
pry tool, gently pry the leading upper edge of the
B-pillar switch away from the B-pillar trim.
(3) Once the upper edge is free from pillar trim,
rock the switch out of the switch opening.
(4) Disconnect the B-pillar switch electrical con-
nector. First, slide the connector lock away from the
switch then, depress connector retaining tab while
pulling straight apart.
(5) Remove the B-pillar switch from the vehicle.
INSTALLATION
(1) Connect the B-pillar switch electrical connector.
Slide connector lock toward the switch to lock in
place.
(2) Hook the lower edge of the B-pillar switch on
the B-pillar trim and then push the switch firmly
into position.
(3) Connect the negative battery cable.
LOWER DRIVE UNIT
DESCRIPTION
Vehicles equipped with a power sliding side door
utilize a lower drive unit. The lower drive unit is
located on the sliding door lower hinge assembly
(Fig. 10). This drive unit is used to transfer the lat-
eral rotation of the flex drive assembly into longitu-
dinal movement via the drive unit gear and door
track rack teeth (Fig. 10).
The lower drive unit is a replaceable component.
Consult your Mopar parts catalog for specific part
numbers.
OPERATION
During a power open or close cycle, the power drive
unit is driven by the flex drive assembly. The lower
drive units main gear engages the lower door tracks
rack teeth, this moves the side door assembly accord-
ingly.
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NOTE: Take care to locate the lower hinge assem-
bly on the door in its original position (ie. match
screw washer with rings left on hinge). Adjust door
fit if required.
(4) Remove the floor jack.
(5) Install the hold-open striker. Refer to the Body
section for the procedure.
(6) Install the side door sill plate on the lower of
the door opening. Refer to the Body section for the
procedure.
(7) Connect the negative battery cable.
WIRING HARNESS
DESCRIPTION
The wire harness supplies power (12v), ground and
various electrical signals to the side sliding door for
various power door functions. A plastic chain or wir-
ing track covers the wire harness assembly (Fig. 16)
and is used to protect the wire harness from abrasion
and/or tangling. This wiring track is replaced with
the wire harness assembly.
The wire harness assembly is a replaceable compo-
nent. Consult your Mopar parts catalog for specific
part numbers.
OPERATION
The wire harness and plastic wiring track provide
a safe and reliable means of supplying power, groundand other various electrical connections to the side
sliding door. During sliding door movement the wir-
ing track folds and unfolds like the links in a chain.
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect and isolate the negative battery
cable.
(2) Remove the appropriate door trim panel from
the sliding side door. Refer to the Body section for
the procedure.
(3) Remove the lower drive unit cover retaining
screws and remove the cover (Fig. 17).
(4) Disconnect the power side door electrical con-
nector, located just behind the lower drive unit
assembly.
(5) Disengage retaining pushpin and pull wire har-
ness away from its power side door mounting loca-
tion (Fig. 16).
(6) Using a flat bladed screwdriver, unsnap the
wire harness retaining clip from the lower drive unit.
(7) Slide the wire harness off the forward lower
drive unit stud.
(8) Using a pushpin removal tool, unsnap wire
harness retaining pushpins from the rocker panel.
(9) Remove side door lower sill plate. Refer to
Body for the procedure.
(10) Pull back the rearward edge of the B-pillar
trim to access the wire harness connector and discon-
nect connector.
Fig. 15 Lower Track Retaining Nuts
1 - Lower Track Retaining Nuts
2 - Lower Door Track
Fig. 16 Wire Harness Position and Orientation
1 - Lower Door Track and Rack Assembly
2 - Wire Harness
3 - Rack Access Hole Sealing Patches
4 - Lower Drive Unit Cover
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(11) Remove the wire harness assembly from the
vehicle.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position the wire harness assembly in the vehi-
cle.
(2) Connect the wire harness connector located at
the rearward edge of the B-pillar.
(3) Install the side door lower sill plate. Refer to
the Body section for the procedure.
(4) Snap the wire harness retaining pushpins in
the rocker panel.
(5) Slide the wire harness on the lower drive unit
stud.
(6) Install the wire harness retaining clip on the
lower drive unit stud.
(7) Connect the power side door electrical connec-
tor, located just behind the lower drive unit.
(8) Install the lower drive unit cover and retaining
screws.
(9) Install the appropriate door trim panel on the
sliding side door. Refer to the Body section for the
procedure.
(10) Connect the negative battery cable.
FLEX DRIVE
DESCRIPTION
Vehicles equipped with a power sliding side door
utilize a flex drive assembly. The flex drive assembly
is located in the lower portion of the door (Fig. 18)
and is used to connect the door motor to the lower
drive unit. An E-clip is used to secure the flexdrive to
the motor assembly, while the flex drive collar is
used to secure the drive to the lower drive unit. The
flex drive assembly is basically a flexible drive shaft
for the power side door system.
The flex drive assembly is a replaceable compo-
nent. Consult your Mopar parts catalog for specific
part numbers.
OPERATION
With one end of the flex drive attached to the door
motor and the other attached to the lower drive unit,
the flex drive transfers the power and torque from
the motor to the drive unit. A square shaped drive
cable, inside the flex drive assembly engages the
motor drive and rotates to move the door accordingly.
Fig. 17 Lower Hinge/Drive Assembly
1 - Lower Drive Unit Cover
2 - Lower Drive Unit Cover Retaining Screws
3 - Sliding Door
4 - Lower Hinge Arm Bracket
Fig. 18 Side Door Components
1 - Sliding Door Control Module
2 - Module Retaining Screw
3 - Module Electrical Connectors
4 - Door Motor Assembly
5 - Flex Drive Assembly
6 - Door Motor Retaining Fasteners
7 - Door Motor Electrical Connector
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REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM
²LOCK: Pressing the LOCK button locks all
doors and sounds horn (chirp) and arm the Vehicle
Theft Security System, if equipped. The chirp verifies
that the RKE receiver has sent a message to the
BCM for door lock operation. If a door has not been
closed before pressing the LOCK button, the vehicle
may not be secured and the VTSS will not arm until
the door is closed.
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, if equipped.If not
equipped with power liftgate, pressing the liftgate
button will allow a one time 30 second access to lift-
gate.
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, mirror system and adjustable pedals, if
equipped. Two primary key fob transmitters can be
programmed to actuate memory seat and mirror set-
ting 1 or 2. Two additional key fob transmitters can
be added, but they will not be able to operate the
memory seat and mirror system (Refer to 8 - ELEC-
TRICAL/POWER SEATS - OPERATION) and (Refer
to 8 - ELECTRICAL/POWER MIRRORS - OPERA-
TION).
DOOR CYLINDER LOCK
SWITCH
DESCRIPTION
The Door Cylinder Lock Switch is used to:
²Unlock/Lock all the doors via the Central Lock-
ing feature.
²Arm/Disarm the Vehicle Theft Security System.
²Trigger the Illuminated Entry feature.
The door cylinder lock switch is mounted to the
rear of the driver door lock cylinder. When installed
on the rear of the cylinder, there is a tab on the lock
cylinder that aligns with the switch to prevent it
from turning. An anti-rotating device. The door cylin-
der lock switch is a one time use switch. Once it is
removed from the rear of the door lock cylinder, it
may not be reinstalled and a new switch must be
used.
OPERATION
When the Door Cylinder Lock Switch is turned
either way using the door key cylinder, the BCM
reads a direct message signal from the switch.
If turning the key cylinder once, toward the front
of the vehicle, this will:
(1) Mechanically unlock the door lock.
(2) Disarm the Vehicle Theft Security System (if
equipped).
(3) Turn on the Illuminated Entry (if equipped) for
approximately 30 seconds.
If the key cylinder is turned to the unlock position
(toward the front of vehicle) twice within two sec-
onds, all the doors and liftgate will unlock (if
equipped with the central locking feature).
To lock the vehicle using the door cylinder lock
switch, turn the key cylinder toward the rear of the
vehicle once. This will lock the door that you are
using the key on. If equipped with the central locking
feature, this will lock all the other doors and liftgate.
Furthermore, this will arm the vehicle theft security
system and turn off the illuminated entry.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - DOOR CYLINDER
LOCK SWITCH
(1) Visually inspect the switch for proper installa-
tion. Make sure it is seated on the rear of the key
cylinder, with the tab of the door key cylinder prop-
erly aligned with the slot on the door cylinder lock
switch.
(2) Disconnect the switch at the harness connector
and check the resistance in each switch position.
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CAUTION: Do not disconnect the switch from the
rear of the door key cylinder. This switch is a one
time use switch. Once it is removed from the rear of
the switch, it is not reusable and must be replaced.
Test the switch at the harness connector.
DOOR CYLINDER LOCK SWITCH RESISTANCE
SWITCH POSITION RESISTANCE VALUE
COUNTERCLOCKWISE 5.4K OHMS
NEUTRAL 18.4K OHMS
CLOCKWISE 2K OHMS
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
(2) Remove the door trim panel of the effected door
cylinder lock switch (Refer to 23 - BODY/DOOR -
FRONT/TRIM PANEL - REMOVAL).
(3) Close the door window.
(4) Disconnect the door cylinder lock switch wire
connector from the door harness, and wiring clip
from the impact beam.
(5) Remove the outer door handle from the door.
(6) Remove the switch from the key cylinder in the
door handle and remove from vehicle.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install the switch on the key cylinder in the
door handle.
(2) Install the door handle.
(3) Connect the door cylinder lock switch wire con-
nector to the door harness, and the wiring clip to the
impact beam.
(4) Install the door trim panel of the affected door
cylinder lock switch (Refer to 23 - BODY/DOOR -
FRONT/TRIM PANEL - INSTALLATION).
(5) Connect the battery negative cable.
(6) Verify system 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 positive
pin 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
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 DOOR LOCK
SWITCH CONTINUITY 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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STANDARD PROCEDURE - RKE TRANSMITTER
PROGRAMING
(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 indicate that the transmitter program-
ming mode has been entered (allow 3 seconds for
chime to sound).
(6) Within 30 seconds of the chime, press and
release the ªLOCKº and ªUNLOCKº buttons on the
transmitter at the same time. Then press and release
any button on the same transmitter and a chime will
sound after successfully programming the transmit-
ter.
(7) Repeat steps 5 and 6 for all transmitters that
will be used with this vehicle (up to 4 total).
(8) Turn ignition to the OFF position. Transmitter
programming mode will discontinue after 60 seconds.
All transmitter programming must be com-
pleted within time specified.
SPECIFICATIONS
RANGE
Normal operation range is up to a distance of 7
meters (23 ft.) of the vehicle. Range may be better or
worse depending on the environment around the
vehicle. Closeness to a radio frequency transmitter
such as a radio station tower that is broadcasting on
105 MHz FM or a 156 MHz 2±way communication
station, may degrade operational range, while range
in an open field will be enhanced.
BATTERY
The batteries can be removed without special tools
and are readily available at local retail stores. Therecommended battery is Duracell DL 2016 or equiva-
lent, TWO cells are required. Battery life is about
three years minimum.
CAUTION: Do not touch the battery terminals or
handle the batteries any more than necessary.
Hands must be clean and dry.
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 MODULE
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
systems groups within this manual:
²Vehicle Theft Security System
²Power Seats
²Power Mirrors
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POWER MIRRORS
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POWER MIRRORS
DESCRIPTION.........................45
OPERATION...........................45
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - POWER
MIRRORS...........................46
AUTOMATIC DAY / NIGHT MIRROR
DESCRIPTION.........................47
OPERATION...........................47
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - AUTOMATIC DAY
/ NIGHT MIRROR......................47
POWER FOLDAWAY MIRROR SWITCH -
EXPORT
DESCRIPTION.........................48OPERATION...........................48
REMOVAL.............................48
INSTALLATION.........................49
REMOTE SWITCH
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - REMOTE
SWITCH............................49
REMOVAL.............................49
INSTALLATION.........................49
SIDEVIEW MIRROR
REMOVAL.............................49
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, the
driver side mirror head also contains both a horizon-
tal 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.
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