Principles of Operation

2009 Ford Ranger 2D Pickup, 2.3 D, AutomaticSECTION Principles of Operation
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NOTE: The smart junction box (SJB) is also known as the generic electronic module (GEM).

The SJB is a combination of a multifunction control module and an interior fuse panel. The SJB functions control multiple vehicle systems which include:

  • Battery saver
  • Convertible top (if equipped)
  • Convertible top drop window function (if equipped)
  • Exterior lighting
  • Heated rear window
  • Interior lighting
  • Perimeter anti-theft (if equipped)
  • Power locks
  • Remote keyless entry (RKE)
  • Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)
  • Interfacing with the instrument cluster (IC) TPMS warning lamp and other warning chimes

The SJB is connected to the medium speed controller area network (MS-CAN) communication network. The SJB controls both interior and exterior lighting, body functions, active anti-theft functions (perimeter alarm), RKE functions, and the TPMS. The SJB receives wireless signals from both the RKE transmitters and the TPMS sensors via a TPMS/RKE antenna that is fixed to the exterior of the SJB plastic casing.

Refer to MODULE CONFIGURATION for programmable parameters in the SJB.

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