Dakota Quad Cab 2WD V8-4.7L VIN N (2001)
Auxiliary Power Outlet: Testing and Inspection
Cigar Lighter Outlet Test
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIRBAGS, REFER TO PASSIVE RESTRAINT SYSTEMS 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.
1. Check the fused ignition switch output (run/accessory) fuse in the junction block. If OK, go to Step 2. If not OK, repair the shorted circuit or
component as required and replace the faulty fuse.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. Check for battery voltage at the fused ignition switch output (run/accessory) fuse in the junction block.
If OK, go to Step 3. If not OK, repair the open fused ignition switch output (run/accessory) circuit to the ignition switch as required.
3. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position. Remove the cigar lighter knob and element from the cigar lighter receptacle. Check for continuity
between the inside circumference of the cigar lighter receptacle and a good ground. There should be continuity. If OK, go to Step 4. If not OK, go
to Step 5.
4. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. Check for battery voltage at the insulated contact located at the back of the cigar lighter receptacle. If
OK, replace the faulty cigar lighter knob and element. If not OK, go to Step 5.
5. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable. Remove the instrument panel lower bezel. Check
for continuity between the ground circuit cavity of the cigar lighter wire harness connector and a good ground. There should be continuity. 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
(run/accessory) circuit cavity of the cigar lighter wire harness connector. If OK, replace the faulty cigar lighter receptacle. If not OK, repair the
open fused ignition switch output (run/accessory) circuit to the junction block fuse as required.
