Center, Power Distribution (PDC): Operation

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The power distribution system for this vehicle is designed to provide safe, reliable, centralized and convenient access to distribution of the electrical current required to operate all of the many standard and optional factory-installed electrical, electronic powertrain, chassis, safety, comfort and convenience systems. At the same time, these systems were designed to provide centralized locations for conducting diagnosis of faulty circuits and for sourcing the additional current requirements of many aftermarket vehicle accessory and convenience items. The Power Distribution Center (PDC) connects directly to the B+ cable via a power stud located on the Z-case array.

These power distribution systems also incorporate various types of circuit control and protection features, including:

Automatic resetting circuit breakers
Cartridge fuses
Blade fuses
Printed Circuit Board (PCB) and non-PCB Relays

The power distribution system for this vehicle consist of the following components:

Accessory power outlets
Underhood PDC