Smart Junction Box (SJB)

2009 Mercury Milan Premier, 3.0 1, AWDSECTION Smart Junction Box (SJB)
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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 electronic 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) for the TPMS warning lamp and other warning chimes

The SJB is located behind the RH A-pillar lower trim panel.

Refer to Smart Junction Box (SJB)Β .

For the perimeter anti-theft, refer to ANTI-THEFT - PERIMETER .

For the battery saver, heated rear window, and power windows, refer to GLASS, FRAMES AND MECHANISMS .

For the convertible top, refer to CONVERTIBLE TOP .

For the exterior lighting, refer to EXTERIOR LIGHTING .

For the interior lamps and illuminated entry, refer to INTERIOR LIGHTING .

For the power door locks, and the RKE system, refer to HANDLES, LOCKS, LATCHES AND ENTRY SYSTEMS .

For the TPMS, refer to WHEELS AND TIRES .

For the warning chimes, refer to INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (IC), MESSAGE CENTER, AND WARNING CHIMES .

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