Storage Box Lamp - Operation

OPERATION

The storage bin lamps have a path to ground at all times through a takeout and eyelet terminal of the body wire harness that is secured to the body sheet metal. The ajar switch for each bin receives battery current at all times through a fuse in the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM). These connections allow the storage bin lighting to be operational regardless of the ignition switch or interior lighting switch positions. The storage bin lighting is turned ON automatically to illuminate the interior of the storage bin each time the lid of the storage bin is opened, and is turned OFF automatically each time the storage bin lid is closed. The underside of the storage bin lid actuates the plunger-type ajar switch.

The ajar switch also enables the manual ON/OFF toggle switch. When the storage bin lid is opened, the toggle switch button or boot can be depressed once to turn the storage bin lighting OFF, and can be depressed a second time to turn the storage bin lighting ON. Regardless of the manual ON/OFF toggle switch selection, the lighting will be OFF when the storage bin lid is closed.

The components and circuits of the RamBox storage bin lighting may be diagnosed using conventional diagnostic tools and procedures. Refer to the appropriate wiring information.