RAM 1500 Van V8-5.9L VIN Z LDC (2001)
Auxiliary Power Outlet: Testing and Inspection
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIRBAGS, REFER TO THE RESTRAINTS 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 B(+) fuse in the fuseblock module. If OK, go to Step 2. If not OK, repair the shorted circuit or component as required and replace
the faulty fuse.
2. Check for battery voltage at the fused B(+) fuse in the fuseblock module. If OK, go to Step 3. If not OK, repair the open fused B(+) circuit to the
battery as required.
3. Remove the plastic protective cap from the power outlet receptacle. Check for continuity between the inside circumference of the power outlet
receptacle and a good ground. There should be continuity. If OK, go to Step 4. If not OK, go to Step 5.
4. Check for battery voltage at the insulated contact located at the back of the power outlet receptacle. If not OK, go to Step 5.
5. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable. Remove the power outlet from the instrument panel accessory switch plate. Check for continuity
between the ground circuit cavity of the power outlet 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. Check for battery voltage at the fused B(+) circuit cavity of the power outlet wire harness connector. If OK,
replace the faulty power outlet receptacle. If not OK, repair the open fused B(+) circuit to the fuse in the fuseblock module as required.