2003 DODGE RAM warning

The washer fluid level switch is connected to the
vehicle electrical system through a dedicated take
out and connector of the right (except V-10 and diesel
engines) or left (V-10 and diesel engines only) head-
lamp and dash wire harness. The switch is connected
in series between a clean ground output of the Front
Control Module (FCM) on a sensor return circuit and
the washer fluid switch sense input to the FCM.
When the switch closes, the FMC senses the ground
on the washer fluid switch sense circuit. The FMC is
programmed to respond to this input by sending an
electronic washer fluid indicator lamp-on message to
the instrument cluster over the Programmable Com-
munications Interface (PCI) data bus. The instru-
ment cluster responds to this message by
illuminating the washer fluid indicator and by sound-
ing an audible chime tone warning.
The washer fluid level switch may be diagnosed
and tested using conventional diagnostic tools and
procedures. However, conventional diagnostic meth-
ods may not prove conclusive in the diagnosis of the
instrument cluster, the Front Control Module (FCM),
or the electronic message inputs to or outputs from
the instrument cluster and the FCM that control the
operation of the washer fluid visual and/or audible
indicators. The most reliable, efficient, and accurate
means to diagnose the washer fluid level indicator,
the instrument cluster, the FCM, or the electronic
message inputs and outputs related to the washer
fluid indicator requires the use of a DRBIIItscan
tool. Refer to the appropriate diagnostic information.
REMOVAL
The washer fluid level switch can be removed from
the washer reservoir without removing the reservoir
from the vehicle.
(1) Unlatch and open the hood.
(2) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
(3) Disconnect the washer hose from the barbed
outlet nipple of the washer pump/motor unit and
allow the washer fluid to drain into a clean container
for reuse.
(4) Disconnect the right (except V-10 and diesel
engine) or left (V-10 and diesel engine only) head-
lamp and dash wire harness connector for the washer
fluid level switch from the switch connector recepta-
cle (Fig. 7) or (Fig. 8).
NOTE: The pivoting float of the washer fluid level
switch must be in a horizontal position within the
reservoir in order to be removed. With the reservoir
empty and in an upright position, the pivoting float
will orient itself to the horizontal position when the
switch connector receptacle is pointed straight
upwards.(5) Using a trim stick or another suitable wide
flat-bladed tool, gently pry the barbed nipple of the
washer fluid level switch out of the rubber grommet
seal on the reservoir sump. Care must be taken not
to damage the reservoir.
Fig. 7 Washer Fluid Level Switch Remove/Install -
Except V-10 & Diesel Engine
1 - WASHER HOSE
2 - WASHER RESERVOIR
3 - WASHER FLUID LEVEL SWITCH
4 - WIRE HARNESS
5 - WASHER PUMP/MOTOR
Fig. 8 Washer Fluid Level Switch Remove/Install -
V-10 & Diesel Engine
1 - WIRE HARNESS
2 - WASHER RESERVOIR
3 - WASHER PUMP/MOTOR
4 - WASHER HOSE
5 - WASHER FLUID LEVEL SWITCH
8R - 10 WIPERS/WASHERSDR
WASHER FLUID LEVEL SWITCH (Continued)

WASHER RESERVOIR
DESCRIPTION
Except on models equipped with an optional V-10
or diesel engine, the molded plastic washer fluid res-
ervoir is mounted on the right rearward facing sur-
face of the cooling module radiator shroud in the
engine compartment (Fig. 14). On models with the
V-10 or diesel engine, the molded plastic washer fluid
reservoir is mounted on the rearward facing surface
of the left vertical member of the radiator support in
the engine compartment. The reservoir is a molded
unit constructed of a translucent plastic that allows
the washer fluid level to be inspected without remov-
ing the washer reservoir cap. The most visible com-
ponent of the washer reservoir is the filler cap unit,
which is secured to and hinges on a hook feature
that is integral to the filler neck near the top of the
reservoir. The bright yellow plastic filler cap snaps
over the filler neck opening and seals the reservoiropening with an integral rubber gasket. The filler
cap is labeled with an International Control and Dis-
play Symbol icon for ªWindshield Washerº and the
text ªWasher Fluid Onlyº that are molded into it and
highlighted in black against the yellow plastic cap for
visibility.
There are dedicated holes near the bottom of the
rearward facing side of the reservoir provided for the
mounting of the washer pump/motor unit and the
washer fluid level switch. A snap post receptacle
molded into the reservoir allows for mounting of the
washer pump without the use of fasteners. The res-
ervoir also features an integral hose routing trough
on its rearward facing side. Except on models with a
V-10 or diesel engine, the washer reservoir is secured
to the cooling module radiator shroud with three
integral tabs, two at the bottom and one at the top.
The two bottom tabs are inserted into two slots near
the bottom of the shroud, while the upper tab slides
into an integral channel-like slot near the top of the
shroud. A molded lock feature on the forward facing
surface of the reservoir engages a molded depression
on the rearward facing surface of the radiator shroud
when the reservoir is fully seated on the shroud,
locking the unit securely in place. On models with a
V-10 or diesel engine, the washer reservoir is secured
with two screws through integral mounting tabs to
the left vertical member of the radiator support. On
many models, a molded plastic coolant recovery con-
tainer or a coolant pressure container must be
detached from the top of the cooling module and
moved aside to access the washer fluid reservoir for
service. This may be accomplished without opening
or draining the engine cooling system.
OPERATION
The washer fluid reservoir provides a secure,
on-vehicle storage location for a large reserve of
washer fluid for operation of the washer system. The
washer reservoir filler neck provides a clearly
marked and readily accessible point from which to
add washer fluid to the reservoir. The washer/pump
motor unit is located in a sump area near the bottom
of the reservoir to be certain that washer fluid will
be available to the pump as the fluid level in the res-
ervoir becomes depleted. The washer pump/motor
unit is mounted in the lowest position in the sump.
The washer fluid level switch is mounted just above
the sump area of the reservoir so that there will be
adequate warning to the vehicle operator that the
washer fluid level is low, well before the washer sys-
tem will no longer operate.
Fig. 14 Washer Reservoir - except V-10 & Diesel
Engine
1-TOPTAB
2 - HOOK FEATURE
3 - CAP
4 - RESERVOIR
5 - TROUGH
6 - HOSE
7 - LOCK FEATURE
8 - WASHER FLUID LEVEL SWITCH
9 - WASHER PUMP/MOTOR
10 - BOTTOM TAB (2)
DRWIPERS/WASHERS 8R - 15

8W-01 WIRING DIAGRAM INFORMATION
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
WIRING DIAGRAM INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION
DESCRIPTION - HOW TO USE WIRING
DIAGRAMS...........................1
DESCRIPTION - CIRCUIT INFORMATION....5
DESCRIPTION - CIRCUIT FUNCTIONS......6
DESCRIPTION - SECTION IDENTIFICATION
AND INFORMATION....................6
DESCRIPTION - CONNECTOR, GROUND
AND SPLICE INFORMATION..............7
WARNING
WARNINGS - GENERAL.................7
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - WIRING
HARNESS............................7
STANDARD PROCEDURE
STANDARD PROCEDURE -
ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD)
SENSITIVE DEVICES...................8
STANDARD PROCEDURE - TESTING OF
VOLTAGE POTENTIAL...................9
STANDARD PROCEDURE - TESTING FOR
CONTINUITY..........................9STANDARD PROCEDURE - TESTING FOR A
SHORT TO GROUND...................9
STANDARD PROCEDURE - TESTING FOR A
SHORT TO GROUND ON FUSES
POWERING SEVERAL LOADS...........10
STANDARD PROCEDURE - TESTING FOR A
VOLTAGE DROP......................10
SPECIAL TOOLS
WIRING/TERMINAL....................10
CONNECTOR
REMOVAL.............................11
INSTALLATION.........................11
DIODE
REMOVAL.............................14
INSTALLATION.........................14
TERMINAL
REMOVAL.............................14
INSTALLATION.........................14
WIRE
STANDARD PROCEDURE - WIRE SPLICING . . 15
WIRING DIAGRAM
INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION
DESCRIPTION - HOW TO USE WIRING
DIAGRAMS
DaimlerChrysler Corporation wiring diagrams are
designed to provide information regarding the vehi-
cles wiring content. In order to effectively use the
wiring diagrams to diagnose and repair
DaimlerChrysler Corporation vehicles, it is important
to understand all of their features and characteris-
tics.
Diagrams are arranged such that the power (B+)
side of the circuit is placed near the top of the page,
and the ground (B-) side of the circuit is placed near
the bottom of the page (Fig. 1).
All switches, components, and modules are shown
in the at rest position with the doors closed and the
key removed from the ignition (Fig. 2).Components are shown two ways. A solid line
around a component indicates that the component is
complete. A dashed line around the component indi-
cates that the component is being shown is not com-
plete. Incomplete components have a reference
number to indicate the page where the component is
shown complete.
It is important to realize that no attempt is made
on the diagrams to represent components and wiring
as they appear on the vehicle. For example, a short
piece of wire is treated the same as a long one. In
addition, switches and other components are shown
as simply as possible, with regard to function only.
SYMBOLS
International symbols are used throughout the wir-
ing diagrams. These symbols are consistent with
those being used around the world (Fig. 3).
DR8W-01 WIRING DIAGRAM INFORMATION 8W - 01 - 1

DESCRIPTION - CONNECTOR, GROUND AND
SPLICE INFORMATION
CAUTION: Not all connectors are serviced. Some
connectors are serviced only with a harness. A typ-
ical example might be the Supplemental Restraint
System connectors. Always check parts availability
before attempting a repair.
IDENTIFICATION
In-line connectors are identified by a number, as
follows:
²In-line connectors located in the engine compart-
ment are C100 series numbers
²In-line connectors located in the Instrument
Panel area are C200 series numbers.
²In-line connectors located in the body are C300
series numbers.
²Jumper harness connectors are C400 series
numbers.
²Grounds and ground connectors are identified
with a ªGº and follow the same series numbering as
the in-line connectors.
²Splices are identified with an ªSº and follow the
same series numbering as the in-line connectors.
²Component connectors are identified by the com-
ponent name instead of a number. Multiple connec-
tors on a component use a C1, C2, etc. identifier.
LOCATIONS
Section 8W-91 contains connector/ground/splice
location illustrations. The illustrations contain the
connector name (or number)/ground number/splice
number and component identification. Connector/
ground/splice location charts in section 8W-91 refer-
ence the figure numbers of the illustrations.
The abbreviation T/O is used in the component
location section to indicate a point in which the wir-
ing harness branches out to a component. The abbre-
viation N/S means Not Shown in the illustrations
WARNING
WARNINGS - GENERAL
WARNINGSprovide information to prevent per-
sonal injury and vehicle damage. Below is a list of
general warnings that should be followed any time a
vehicle is being serviced.
WARNING: ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES FOR
EYE PROTECTION.
WARNING: USE SAFETY STANDS ANYTIME A PRO-
CEDURE REQUIRES BEING UNDER A VEHICLE.WARNING: BE SURE THAT THE IGNITION SWITCH
ALWAYS IS IN THE OFF POSITION, UNLESS THE
PROCEDURE REQUIRES IT TO BE ON.
WARNING: SET THE PARKING BRAKE WHEN
WORKING ON ANY VEHICLE. AN AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION SHOULD BE IN PARK. A MANUAL
TRANSMISSION SHOULD BE IN NEUTRAL.
WARNING: OPERATE THE ENGINE ONLY IN A
WELL-VENTILATED AREA.
WARNING: KEEP AWAY FROM MOVING PARTS
WHEN THE ENGINE IS RUNNING, ESPECIALLY THE
FAN AND BELTS.
WARNING: TO PREVENT SERIOUS BURNS, AVOID
CONTACT WITH HOT PARTS SUCH AS THE RADIA-
TOR, EXHAUST MANIFOLD(S), TAIL PIPE, CATA-
LYTIC CONVERTER AND MUFFLER.
WARNING: DO NOT ALLOW FLAME OR SPARKS
NEAR THE BATTERY. GASES ARE ALWAYS
PRESENT IN AND AROUND THE BATTERY.
WARNING: ALWAYS REMOVE RINGS, WATCHES,
LOOSE HANGING JEWELRY AND AVOID LOOSE
CLOTHING.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - WIRING HARNESS
TROUBLESHOOTING TOOLS
When diagnosing a problem in an electrical circuit
there are several common tools necessary. These tools
are listed and explained below.
²Jumper Wire - This is a test wire used to con-
nect two points of a circuit. It can be used to bypass
an open in a circuit.
WARNING: NEVER USE A JUMPER WIRE ACROSS
A LOAD, SUCH AS A MOTOR, CONNECTED
BETWEEN A BATTERY FEED AND GROUND.
²Voltmeter - Used to check for voltage on a cir-
cuit. Always connect the black lead to a known good
ground and the red lead to the positive side of the
circuit.
CAUTION: Most of the electrical components used
in today's vehicles are Solid State. When checking
voltages in these circuits, use a meter with a 10 -
megohm or greater impedance rating.
DR8W-01 WIRING DIAGRAM INFORMATION 8W - 01 - 7
WIRING DIAGRAM INFORMATION (Continued)

Component Page
Overdrive Switch...................... 8W-31
Overhead Map/Reading Lamp............ 8W-44
Oxygen Sensors....................... 8W-30
Oxygen Sensor Downstream Relay........ 8W-30
Park Brake Switch.................... 8W-40
Park Lamp Relay................... 8W-50, 52
Park/Turn Signal Lamps............. 8W-50, 52
Passenger Airbag On/Off Switch.......... 8W-43
Blend Door Actuators.................. 8W-42
Passenger Lumbar Switch............... 8W-63
Power Mirrors........................ 8W-62
Power Outlet......................... 8W-41
Power Outlet-Console.................. 8W-41
Power Seat Motors.................... 8W-63
Power Seat Switches................... 8W-63
Power Steering Pressure Switch.......... 8W-30
Power Window Circuit Breaker........... 8W-10
Power Window Motors.................. 8W-60
Power Window Switches................ 8W-60
Powertrain Control Module.............. 8W-30
PTCs............................... 8W-10
PTO Switch.......................... 8W-30
Radio............................... 8W-47
Recirculation Door Actuator............. 8W-42
Red Brake Warning Indicator Switch . . . 8W-34, 35
Remote Radio Switches................. 8W-47
Splices.............................. 8W-70
Seat Belt Pretensioners................. 8W-43
Seat Belt Switch-Driver................ 8W-40
Seat Belt Tensioner Reducer............. 8W-40
Seat Heater Interface Module............ 8W-63
Sentry Key Immobilizer Module.......... 8W-39
Spare Relay.......................... 8W-10
Speakers............................ 8W-47Component Page
Speed Control Servo................... 8W-33
Speed Control Switches................. 8W-33
Starter Motor Relay................... 8W-21
Starter Motor.................... 8W-21, 21-3
Tail/Stop Lamps...................... 8W-52
Tail/Stop/Turn Signal Lamps.......... 8W-51, 52
Tail/Turn Lamps...................... 8W-52
Tailgate Lamp Assembly................ 8W-51
Throttle Position Sensor................ 8W-30
Throttle Position Switch................ 8W-30
Trailer Tow Connector.................. 8W-54
Trailer Tow Connector-Add On........... 8W-54
Trailer Tow Left Turn Relay............. 8W-54
Trailer Tow Right Turn Relay............ 8W-54
Transfer Case Control Module............ 8W-31
Transfer Case Mode Sensor.............. 8W-31
Transfer Case Selector Switch............ 8W-31
Transfer Case Shift Motor............... 8W-31
Transmission Control Module............ 8W-31
Transmission Control Relay............. 8W-31
Transmission Range Sensor.............. 8W-31
Transmission Solenoid Assembly.......... 8W-31
Transmission Solenoid/TRS Assembly...... 8W-31
Underhood Lamp...................... 8W-44
Vacuum Pump........................ 8W-30
Vehicle Speed Sensor................... 8W-30
Vistronic Fan Drive.................... 8W-30
Washer Fluid Level Switch.............. 8W-53
Washer Pump Motor-Front.............. 8W-53
Water In Fuel Sensor.................. 8W-30
Wheel Speed Sensors................... 8W-35
Wiper High/Low Relay................. 8W-53
Wiper Motor-Front.................... 8W-53
8W - 02 - 2 8W-02 COMPONENT INDEXDR

8W-15 GROUND DISTRIBUTION
Component Page
A/C Compressor Clutch..................8W-15-9, 11
A/C-Heater Control....................8W-15-15, 17
Adjustable Pedal Switch...................8W-15-17
Airbag Control Module....................8W-15-18
Airbag Control Module-Left Side Impact.........8W-15-18
Airbag Control Module-Right Side Impact........8W-15-18
Amplifier Audio........................8W-15-14
Automatic Day/Night Mirror................8W-15-15
Auxiliary Battery........................8W-15-7
Battery..............................8W-15-7
Brake Lamp Switch......................8W-15-13
Brake Transmission Shift Interlock Solenoid.......8W-15-14
Center High Mounted Stop Lamp/Cargo Lamp.....8W-15-15
Cigar Lighter Outlet.....................8W-15-17
Clearance Lamp No. 1....................8W-15-16
Clearance Lamp No. 2....................8W-15-16
Clearance Lamp No. 3....................8W-15-16
Clearance Lamp No. 4....................8W-15-16
Clearance Lamp No. 5....................8W-15-16
Clockspring...........................8W-15-12
Clutch Interlock Brake Switch..............8W-15-2, 5
Compass/Mini-Trip Computer................8W-15-15
Condenser Fan........................8W-15-4, 6
Controller Antilock Brake...................8W-15-4
Cylinder Lock Switch-Driver................8W-15-19
Cylinder Lock Switch-Passenger..............8W-15-19
Data Link Connector.....................8W-15-13
Data Link Connector-Engine................8W-15-11
Door Ajar Switch-Driver...................8W-15-19
Door Ajar Switch-Left Rear.................8W-15-20
Door Ajar Switch-Passenger.................8W-15-19
Door Ajar Switch-Right Rear................8W-15-20
Door Lock Motor/Ajar Switch-Driver............8W-15-19
Door Lock Motor/Ajar Switch-Left Rear..........8W-15-20
Door Lock Motor/Ajar Switch-Passenger.........8W-15-19
Door Lock Motor/Ajar Switch-Right Rear.........8W-15-20
Door Lock Switch-Passenger.................8W-15-19
Driver Door Module......................8W-15-21
Electric Brake Provision..................8W-15-4, 6
Engine Control Module....................8W-15-11
Fender Lamp-Front Left....................8W-15-3
Fender Lamp-Front Right...................8W-15-3
Fender Lamp-Rear Left....................8W-15-3
Fender Lamp-Rear Right...................8W-15-3
Fog Lamp-Left........................8W-15-2, 5
Fog Lamp-Right.......................8W-15-2, 5
Fuel Heater...........................8W-15-11
Fuel Pump Module....................8W-15-3, 4, 6
G100................................8W-15-7
G101................................8W-15-7
G102................................8W-15-7
G103................................8W-15-2
G104..............................8W-15-5, 6
G105................................8W-15-7
G106................................8W-15-4
G107............................8W-15-8, 9, 10
G108................................8W-15-7
G109................................8W-15-7
G114 ...............................8W-15-11
G117 ...............................8W-15-11
Component Page
G120...............................8W-15-11
G201.............................8W-15-12, 13
G202.............................8W-15-14, 15
G203...............................8W-15-17
G204...............................8W-15-18
G301...............................8W-15-20
G302...............................8W-15-22
Generator..........................8W-15-10, 11
Headlamp Switch.......................8W-15-12
Headlamp-Left........................8W-15-2, 5
Headlamp-Right.........................8W-15-7
Heated Seat Cushion-Driver.................8W-15-22
Heated Seat Cushion-Passenger..............8W-15-22
Heated Seat Switch-Driver.................8W-15-13
Heated Seat Switch-Passenger...............8W-15-13
Horn-High Note.......................8W-15-4, 6
Horn-Low Note........................8W-15-4, 6
Ignition Switch.........................8W-15-12
Instrument Cluster....................8W-15-12, 14
Intake Air Heater Relay No. 1................8W-15-7
Intake Air Heater Relay No. 2................8W-15-7
Integrated Power Module..............8W-15-2, 4, 5, 8
Leak Detection Pump.....................8W-15-10
License Lamp-Left.......................8W-15-3
License Lamp-Right......................8W-15-3
Lift Pump Motor........................8W-15-11
Overdrive Switch.......................8W-15-13
Oxygen Sensor 1/1 Upstream................8W-15-10
Oxygen Sensor 1/2 Downstream.............8W-15-9, 10
Oxygen Sensor 2/1 Upstream................8W-15-10
Oxygen Sensor 2/2 Downstream.............8W-15-9, 10
Park/Turn Signal Lamp-Left Front............8W-15-2, 6
Park/Turn Signal Lamp-Right Front............8W-15-7
Power Mirror-Left.......................8W-15-21
Power Mirror-Right......................8W-15-22
Power Outlet..........................8W-15-17
Power Outlet-Console.....................8W-15-21
Power Seat Switch-Driver..................8W-15-21
Power Seat Switch-Passenger................8W-15-21
Power Steering Pressure Switch...............8W-15-9
Powertrain Control Module.............8W-15-8, 10, 11
Radio...............................8W-15-15
Red Brake Warning Indicator Switch..........8W-15-2, 6
Seat Belt Switch-Driver...................8W-15-20
Seat Heater Interface Module................8W-15-22
Sentry Key Immobilizer Module..............8W-15-12
Speed Control Servo.....................8W-15-2, 5
Tail/Stop/Turn Signal Lamp-Left...............8W-15-3
Tail/Stop/Turn Signal Lamp-Right..............8W-15-3
Tailgate Lamp Assembly....................8W-15-3
Trailer Tow Connector..................8W-15-3, 4, 6
Trailer Tow Connector-Add On.............8W-15-3, 4, 6
Transfer Case Control Module...............8W-15-17
Transfer Case Selector Switch................8W-15-13
Transmission Control Module.................8W-15-8
Underhood Lamp.......................8W-15-2, 6
Vacuum Pump..........................8W-15-7
Washer Pump Motor-Front.................8W-15-4, 7
Wiper Motor-Front....................8W-15-2, 4, 5
DR8W-15 GROUND DISTRIBUTION 8W - 15 - 1

8W-34 REAR WHEEL ANTILOCK BRAKES
Component Page
Brake Lamp Switch.................. 8W-34-3
Controller Antilock Brake............ 8W-34-2, 3
Data Link Connector................. 8W-34-2
Fuse 6............................ 8W-34-2
Fuse 35............................ 8W-34-2
G106.............................. 8W-34-2
G201.............................. 8W-34-3Component Page
Integrated Power Module.............. 8W-34-2
Powertrain Control Module.......... 8W-34-2, 3
Red Brake Warning Indicator Switch..... 8W-34-2
Transmission Control Module........... 8W-34-2
Wheel Speed Sensor-Rear.............. 8W-34-3
DR8W-34 REAR WHEEL ANTILOCK BRAKES 8W - 34 - 1

8W-35 ALL WHEEL ANTILOCK BRAKES
Component Page
Brake Lamp Switch.................. 8W-35-3
Controller Antilock Brake............ 8W-35-2, 3
Data Link Connector................. 8W-35-2
Fuse 6............................ 8W-35-2
Fuse 35............................ 8W-35-2
G106.............................. 8W-35-2
G201.............................. 8W-35-3
Integrated Power Module.............. 8W-35-2Component Page
Powertrain Control Module.......... 8W-35-2, 3
Red Brake Warning Indicator Switch..... 8W-35-2
Transmission Control Module........... 8W-35-2
Wheel Speed Sensor-Left Front......... 8W-35-3
Wheel Speed Sensor-Rear.............. 8W-35-3
Wheel Speed Sensor-Right Front........ 8W-35-3
DR8W-35 ALL WHEEL ANTILOCK BRAKES 8W - 35 - 1