TIPM Repair & Bypass Solutions for 2007-2014 Dodge/Chrysler/Jeep/VW Vehicles If your 2007-2014 Dodge, Jeep, Chrysler, or VW vehicle fails to start (acts likes it's out of gas) and/or your fuel pump continues pumping after turning the vehicle off (draining your battery), you likely have a faulty fuel pump relay. Starting problems related to a faulty fuel pump relay often occur when the vehicle is cold and progressively get worse over a period of weeks or months. Additional relay problems with windshield wipers, door locks, horn, backup lights, and other systems are very common in these vehicles. Before you spend $1000+ on a new TIPM (Totally Integrated Power Module or "fuse box"), please read below about four cost-effective solutions for TIPM relay problems. Depending on your skill level, you may be able to implement some on your own or purchase parts/service from us. As the owner of a 2011 Dodge Durango with 20+ years of mechanical engineering experience, I invented the popular TIPM test/bypass cable in 2014 and routinely perform TIPM relay repairs.

I've spoken with thousands of people about TIPM relay issues, so feel free to contact us with your fuel pump relay or related questions/comments. For those experiencing intermittent issues with headlights, dashboard lights, failure to even try to start (won't turn over), AC, and other abnormalities, please read this before contacting us. Applicable Tested Vehicles for TIPM Test/Bypass Cables and TIPM Repairs To ensure that our products and repairs will work on your vehicle, please verify that your TIPM is similar to this TIPM-7 version. It's normal to have mini-blade and cartridge fuses in different locations on this style TIPM, depending on your vehicle options and model. Chrysler Town & Country Dodge Ram Cargo Van Symptoms of Faulty Relays The fuel pump relay, located deep inside the TIPM, is the most common relay to fail since it's powered on 100% of the time while you're driving. You likely found this website because your dealer wants to change your fuel pump ($600+) or TIPM ($1000+).

Multiple attempts to start, perhaps occuring most often in the morning when the vehicle is cold. The problem gets worse over time and eventually won't start at all. Unexplained battery drainage due to a relay that is stuck in the closed/on position. You can likely hear the fuel pump running if listening from the rear of the vehicle after it's turned off. Battery drainage may still occur even after a new battery is installed. The vehicle stalls while driving and you coast to a stop. The vehicle won't start and appears to be out of gas. Problems with windshield wipers (on/off, high/low speed, and washers), door locks, horn, backup lights, and other relays are becoming more common with time. These relays are used less often, but are similar to the fuel pump relay in that they fail to power on the device and sometimes get stuck in the on position. Windshield wipers won't turn on or will only work on low speed. My horn won't work or will get stuck on (forcing you to pull the fuse or disconnect the battery).

My door locks work intermittently or fail to lock/unlock,auto glass repair rowland heights My backup lights work intermittently, all the time, or not at all.rv entry door opener You can save thousands of dollars by implementing one the proven solutions listed below. garage door parts lexington kyI also encourage you to file complaints at the following locations: CAS, Car Complaints, and NHTSA.garage door repairs chandler az Four TIPM Repair Solutions (Summary)garage door repair jackson michigan

#1 - Use Our TIPM Test/Bypass Cable ($25-$35)garage door repair jackson michigan Build your own or purchase our popular TIPM test/bypass cable. sliding garage doors south africaI created this diagnostic cable in August 2014 to address a faulty fuel pump relay and it has helped thousands of people. Others are now copying my design and selling it, so imitation is truly the sincerest form of flattery. This cable can check the proper operation of your fuel pump, test your fuel pump relay, and bypass a bad fuel pump relay to stay on the road. It works on the above applicable vehicles marked in green and may be useful on other untested 2007-2014 vehicles. Two versions exist with prices from $25-$35. We advertise our cable as a testing tool and temporary fix to stay on the road until you can implement a more permanent solution.

Further details and photos are located on our TIPM Test/Bypass Cable page. #2 - Replace Fuel Pump and Other Relays on TIPM ($255) Repair your own TIPM or send us your TIPM for 24 hour repair service on the applicable vehicles marked in green. Additional 2007-2014 vehicles can likely be repaired (please contact us). Our repair service involves replacing your faulty fuel pump relay with a newer NEC/Tokin relay that has been used on all our repairs since August 2014. We also repair windshield wiper, door lock, horn, backup light, and other relays for an additional charge. This is a long-term fix that will solve your fuel pump relay problems without the high cost of a new TIPM ($1000+) or the cutting of TIPM wires with an external relay. No TIPM programming is required since we're simply removing and replacing the faulty relay. Our fuel pump relay replacement carries a one year warranty and the price is $255 (includes free insured USPS Priority Mail return shipping within the USA).

Further details and photos are located on our TIPM Repair page. #3 - Purchase Used/Repaired TIPM ($350-$412) We've partnered with a company that sells used and/or repaired TIPMs in order to give you a choice in repairing your vehicle. If time is critical, they can overnight a warrantied TIPM to you for $75 or their USPS Priority Mail shipping is free. After you receive the TIPM, there is only a 10% chance you'll need to have your local dealer program it with your VIN as long as you follow steps on our used and/or repaired TIPMs page. Below are TIPMs that are commonly in stock, but many others are available and ready to ship. Click on the part numbers above or go to Factory Chrysler Parts and enter the above TIPM part numbers to see applicable vehicles. Please contact us for further information and we'll put you in touch with the right people who can help. Note that email is usually the quickest method. #4 - Add External Fuel Pump Relay ($50-$600) This solution is similar to Star case #S1308000399 and the official 2011-2013 Dodge Durango/Jeep Grand Cherokee recall where you'll need to purchase an external fuel pump relay to take the place of the defective TIPM-mounted fuel pump relay.

Unfortunately, many vehicles were not part of the recall or class action lawsuit. We can only recommend this option if you do the modification yourself since your dealer will likely take advantage of you with an installed price that can easily exceed $400. Many of the applicable vehicles listed above can accept this external fuel pump relay since they contain the same faulty fuel pump relay that is soldered to the same TIPM circuit board. The bad thing about this solution is that it involves cutting, soldering, and heat shrinking several wires in multiple wire harnesses. After going this route, you'll likely always need to count on the external fuel pump relay (even if you eventually purchased a new TIPM or received a new TIPM via a recall) because you've cut the fuel pump wires leading to the TIPM fuel pump relay. Some owners had difficulty in purchasing the external relay kit from their dealer because their dealer claims the kits are intended for Durango and Grand Cherokee owners only.