Programmable Communication Interface (PCI) Bus Circuit

The PCI bus circuit is a multiplexed network capable of supporting binary encoded messages shared between multiple modules and the Data Link Connector (DLC). The PCI bus circuit is connected by a single Violet/Yellow wire. Each PCI bus circuit component uses its local ground(s) as bus reference. If more than one module is trying to access the PCI bus circuit at one time, the code being sent determines which message has higher priority, and is then allowed to access bus circuit first. Bus communication averages 10.4k bits per second. Each communication is about 500 milliseconds. Communication over the bus circuit is essential to proper operation of vehicle's on-board diagnostic systems and Chrysler's Diagnostic Readout Box (DRBIII®) scan tool or generic scan tool. Problems with operation of bus circuit or scan tool must be corrected before proceeding with diagnostic testing.

Components that are connected to the PCI bus circuit are as follows:

• Occupant Restraint Controller
• Left SIACM
• Right SIACM
• Controller Antilock Brake
• Powertrain Control Module (Gas only)
• Engine Control Module (Diesel only)
• Remote Keyless Entry Module
• Sentry Key Immobilizer Module
• Radio
• Transmission Control Module
• Mechanical Instrument Cluster