How to Remove and Clean Corrosion on a Dodge Ram TIPM

How to remove and clean the integrated power distribution fuse box module under the hood. Over time, being exposed to moisture and with age, the fuse box can develop corrosion which leads to many different electrical issues. After cleaning the TIPM, this solved my battery drain issue. #dodgeram #diy

Tools/Supplies Needed:
-10mm socket or wrench
-14mm socket or wrench
-ratchet
-small pry tool
-electronic cleaners and protectants

Procedure:
The first thing we need to do is disconnect the battery. Disconnecting the negative battery terminal is only required, use a 10mm wrench or socket and ratchet. Removing the main power supply on the outside of the fuse box. This is held on by a 14mm nut.

Flip up the fuse box, this is fairly easy to work with. Using a small pry tool, you’ll have two snap clips, one on each side. Use the pry tool to pull out the tabs, the fuse box has a hinge on the bottom, pull the top out towards the engine.

Using the small pry tool again, you’ll need to push the red flip forward and this will allow you to flip up the white levers to remove each of the electrical connectors. For the connectors on the side, there is a tab that needs to be depressed, then pulling the connection straight off. When done, then lift out the fuse box.

For opening up the fuse box. Removing all the fuses, pliers can be used, just make sure you don’t damage them. Remove the 5 T20 torx screws. Using a standard screwdriver, pry around the outer edge to disconnect the clips and help the inner cap out. Take your time, it can wedge preventing the opposite side from disconnecting. After that is removing the circuit board, using the standard screwdriver, pry up the main power supply terminal and then lift out the circuit board. You can also assist it out by pressing on the plug connections on the rear of the assembly.

Inspect for any corrosion, first is cleaning with a brush. For this I am using DeoxIT’s gold kit, it comes with the cleaning tools, corrosion remover, and protectant. First using the supplied round brush, clean the terminals of any debris.

On the terminals which are still enclosed with the plastic casing, use DeoxIt’s D5 spray. This will dissolve any corrosion, depending on the severity, you may need more than one application. The thinner solution allows for flushing action to get into those tight places.

As for the exposed terminals, back to the DeoxIT gold kit, using the D100L and the supplied brush, apply it to the rest of the terminals. Again if there is extreme corrosion, make one application, let it sit for some time, clean away the corrosion, and apply more as needed.

When everything is finalized, apply a layer of G100L to the terminals as a layer of protection. Mine was fairly clean, other than one broken terminal which I’ll show you in a moment. When done, wipe off the access solution using the clothes from the DeoxIt Gold Kit. Assemble in reverse of removal. Install the circuit board back in the bottom portion of the case. Take your time and make sure all those terminals are aligning with their holes.

Next is installing the cover, snap it back into place. Again make sure those terminals are aligning with their holes, do not bend or break any of them. Install the torx screws and tighten. Don’t overtighten them as this is only plastic. Finally reinstall the fuses. Their orientation doesn’t matter, however, make sure they are in their correction locations.

Going back over to the truck, spray each of the electrical connectors with DeoxIt’s D5 solution, this will flush out any dirt and corrosion. If corrosion is excessive, more than one application may be needed. Then allow it to sit for a couple of hours so the solution can dry.

Install the module in reverse of removal. While my main power terminal was clean, these can corrode too so I applied some of DeoxIt’s battery cleaner and protectant as preventative maintenance. Then install the terminal and tighten. Then reconnect the battery.

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[TheReaper]

My turn signals would occasionally stop working for no apparent reason and would only work after disconnecting and reconnecting the battery for my 2007 dodge caliber, so I took out the POS TIPM, found a few of the pins had some green corrosion, sprayed it with electrical contact cleaner until the green was gone (let it dry of course) and so far ZERO ISSUES.


Thanks to your video I was able to remove the connectors without breaking them and do a good cleaning. (Edit, there appeared to be no corrosion on the circuit board so I didn't take it apart further then the top cover and fuses)

[GeorgeVoukitchevitch]

Great video and very helpful to Dodge Ram owners! Keep up the good work!

[FMyK]

NEVER BUY A DODGE AGAIN ****I have a dodge challenger 2014 and i had to fix so many items in this car that is ridiculous.
Ac, compressor
Ac controls
Time chain
Water pump twice
Head lamps relay
Sun roof mechanisms and sensor
Smart glass (windows auto up)
TIPM (part of computer? $1700.00
Trunk release mechanism
Check engine light multiple times
Etc
Etc.
Is for sale heap and will be my very last dodge/Chrysler vehicle i buy.

[naserasas]

Thank you for the video. I need help. My car does not start due to a power outage on the fuel pumps. Does TIPM have anything to do with its pin?

[jakeperez]

Great video, do you have a wire diagram for the TIPM?

[Moparmaga-]

I'm going to attempt this on Saturday.
Hopefully it fixes my air conditioner

[stephencochran]

We greatly appreciate ur video my 2008 Dodge problem u turn key about 30 time to start but it will start and run.joy of Dodge electrics.lol.

[jenniferme]

I am grateful to you for this informative video, Thank You !!!! May Goodness and prosperity bless you!you

[austinberg]

This was very helpful thank you for making this video

[thomaswilliams]

Should I replace the plug and the fuses?

[JL-ilvk]

Thanks for the video. Very informative. Can you tell me if the TIPM would make the 4 wheel drive now work? I can not find any reference to 4 wheel and TIPM but a dealer told me that is what it was to the tune of $1600!!! Thanks.

[cstgeorgegreen]

Where do i get the brushes and cleaner

[charles-ihzp]

Anyone see the link for replacement pins? He mentioned one of his subscribers mentioned it but I can't find it and I read all the replies.

[ohiobenz]

Great video. Just cleaning, testing and reassembly with electrolytic grease solve my radio power loss issue.

[christinakinnear]

well i see my truck there, ☺️. first i didn’t realize my key fob fell apart, ended up triggering anti theft... got a new key, everything programmed. Now the shop says i need new tipm. i’m actually taking my truck to a different shop now, someone who knows what you know. Pray for me 🙏🤲

[rileysowner]

The TIPM looks slightly different on my 2005 Ram 1500 where the main power is at the end furthest from the fender, but it has the main power connection, and it is corroded. I am having little success getting that nut loose. I am soaking it in PB Blaster, but there is not much holding it except the plastic case of the TIPM and the way it is connected to the circuit board it connects to so it isn't like I can put a huge amount to force on it. It is surrounded by plastic, so heat is not an option. Any suggestions other than continuing to soak it in penetrating oil in hopes it will eventually make its way in enough to get it broken free?

[martinfinster]

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[johncisneros]

What ever happened to pride in Craftsmanship, we shouldn't have these issues

[Tonywateround-lrby]

Possibly the truck i had with the most electrical issues with the less fuse for the so many wire it have. No schema nowhere about wiring, you have to check it one by one.