What I have is an 02 ford taurus and the fuse #11 on the GEM module keeps blowing?

Check Fuses and Relays, but this has a GEM (general electronics module). You may need and auto-electrician as nothing covers brake lights, but that may be a fault with the brake light switch.

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i have a ford taurus se 1998 and wipers doesn't work. fuses are ok and i hear a click on relay behind battery that activate, the wiper motor is good. i take out and put 12v and it works. what should be the problem. it may be the gem module? thanks

I had this happen on a 2000 escort..The prolblem was in the fuse box itself..The computer KEEP ALVE MEMORY cicuit is tie with the flashers and horn ..And when the flasher or horn blew the circiut shorted and cause the car to shut off..Look very close to the fuse for the flashers or horn,, and see if you see a spark when turn the flashers on ,,or blow the horn..Crazy but i seen it before,,and had to replace the fuse panel..The one inside

Central Junction Box / cab fuse panel Fuse 15 ( 5A ) feeds the GEM Module

A leaking windshield ( lower left hand corner ) can cause water to get on the back of the CJB, and corrode the pins to the GEM.

It sounds like something is drawing power with the key off. It could be the GEM module but I doubt it. There is a draw somewhere. Connect battery and pull fuses one at a time to see if curent drain stops. You will need an ampmeter in series with the battery and the postive cable. Expensive. Get one from pick n pull salvage yard real cheap.

Check the following fuse junction panel fuses: fuse 23 (5A), fuse 20 (5A), and fuse 8 (5A).

Section 13-09A: Gauges/Warning Devices, Chime/Buzzer System 1998 Taurus/Sable Workshop Manual REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Procedure revision date: 03/16/1998
Generic Electronic Module (GEM) Removal
The generic electronic module (GEM) is connected to the rear of the fuse junction panel (14A067) .

1. Disconnect battery ground cable (14301) . Refer to Section 14-01.
   

1. Remove two nuts retaining fuse junction panel to dash panel (01610) .
   

1. Pull upper ears of fuse junction panel down out of retaining bracket.
   

1. Disengage locking tangs and disconnect three harness connectors from bottom of GEM.
   

1. Turn fuse junction panel over and remove screw retaining GEM to fuse junction panel .
   

1. Disconnect and remove GEM from fuse junction panel .
   

Installation

1. Follow removal procedure in reverse order.
   

1. Tighten GEM to fuse junction panel screw to 1-2 Nm (9-17 lb-in).
   

1. Tighten fuse junction panel retaining nuts to 4-6 Nm (36-53 lb-in).
   
   
   
   
   
   Item Part Number Description 1 14B205 Generic Electronic Module (GEM) 2 - Mounting Ear (Part of 14A067) 3 14A067 Fuse Junction Panel 4 - Screw (Part of 14A067) 5 - Generic Electronic Module (GEM) to Fuse Junction Panel Connector A - Tighten to 1-2 Nm (9-17 Lb-In)

GEM, Generic Electronic Module always has a small milliamp drain. What is the issue.

1996 is all I have. Look on back of cover for fuse chart.

Location
The fuse junction panel is located to the left of the steering column. To expose the fuse junction panel, remove the fuse panel cover (14A003) as outlined.


Fuse Loc. Number Fuse Amp Rating Fuse Color Circuit Protected 1 — — Not Used 2 5A Tan Instrument Illumination 3 10A Red Left Low Beam Headlamp 4 10A Red Right Low Beam Headlamp 5 5A Tan Brake/Shift Interlock Rear Window Defrost 6 15A Lt Blue Back-Up Lamps/Air Conditioning, Speed Control, TR Sensor 7 10A Red Starter Relay Power, TR Sensor 8 5A Tan Radio Mute, Power Antenna, GEM Module 9 10A Red Anti-Lock Brake System, Central Temperature Monitor 10 20A Yellow Electronic Engine Control (EEC) Relay, Ignition Coil, PATS, Radio 11 5A Tan Air Bags, Alternator Indicator Lamp 12 5A Tan Gauges, Warning Lamps, Transmission Control Switch, GEM Module, Integrated Control Panel Autolamps 13 5A Tan Air Bags, Blower Motor, Electronic Automatic Temperature Control 14 5A Tan Light-Out Module 15 10A Red Multi-Function Switch (Turn Signals) 16 — — Not Used 17 30A Lt Green Front Windshield Wipers/Washers 18 5A Tan Headlamp Switch Illumination 19 15A Lt Blue Rear Window Wiper/Washer 20 5A Tan Radio Memory, Phone, Remote Anti-Theft Personality (RAP) Module, Integrated Control Panel (ICP) 21 20A Yellow Cigar Lighter 22 5A Tan Power Rearview Mirrors, Antenna, Decklid Lamps, Autolamp 23 5A Tan Generic Electronic Module (GEM) Power, Remote Anti-Theft Personality (RAP) Module, Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) Module 24 5A Tan Integrated Control Panel, Radio, Speedometer 25 10A Red Diagnostics (Data Link Connector) (DLC) 26 15A Lt Blue Decklid Release 27 10A Red Battery Saver System 28 15A Lt Blue Stoplamps, Speed Control 29 15A Lt Blue Multi-Function Switch (Hazard Lamps) 30 15A Lt Blue Highbeam Headlamps, Daytime Running Lamps (DRL), Instrument Cluster 31 5A Tan Tail Lamps 32 5A Tan Heated O/S Rear View Mirrors, Integrated Control Panel (ICP) 33 5A Tan Power Window and Lock Switch Illumination 34 — — Battery Saver Relay 35 — — Driver Unlock Relay 36 — — Rear Defrost Relay 37 — — Interior Lamp Relay 38 — — Driver Power Window Relay (One Touch Down) 39 — — Accessory Delay Relay

2002 taurus. don't have 2005. Sorry.

Could be your GEM module. Call your dealer and ask if your 2005 has GEM module. It's expensive so be sure it is problem first.

Dealer can test with NGS tool.

CAUTION: Once the new module is installed, it is necessary to download the module configuration information from the diagnostic tool equipment into the new module. For additional information, refer to Section 418-01 .

Principles of Operation
The generic electronic module (GEM) constantly monitors its subsystems for concerns. If a concern is found in one of the subsystems, the GEM will record the concern in the form of a diagnostic trouble code (DTC).
The ignition switch position is very important to the GEM functionality. Erratic or unexpected GEM functions can often be traced to problems with these ignition GEM inputs.
The GEM controls a variety of systems:

• windshield wipers
• courtesy lamps
• warning chimes
• keyless entry
• interior and exterior lamps
• power windows
• parking brake actuator warning chime

Inspection and Verification

1. Verify the customer concern by operating the system.

1. Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical and electrical damage.

Visual Inspection Chart Electrical

• Central junction box (CJB) fuse 216 (15A)
• Damaged wiring harness
• Loose or corroded connector(s)
• Circuitry
• Generic electronic module (GEM)

does the key pad light when you press a button at night? If yes, the fuse is ok.
Do you have the plastic card with the permanent code in your owner manual packet? If yes, tryit.
report back.

Keyless Entry The keyless entry keypad is hardwired to the GEM. The GEM interprets the inputs from the keyless entry keypad and then controls the associated operation. The keyless entry keypad will be illuminated for five seconds when any button is pressed. Additionally, it will request the illuminated entry feature to turn the courtesy lamps on. If a lock all doors code is entered, the illumination will turn off, as well as request the illuminated entry feature to turn off the courtesy lamps. When pressed, the keyless entry keypad supplies the ground signal to the GEM or the GEM receives a signal from the keyless entry remote transmitter. Then the GEM outputs a ground signal to the appropriate lock or unlock relay which supplies the power to the actuator to lock or unlocks all doors, including the luggage compartment. The keyless entry remote transmitter also unlocks the liftgate or activates the panic alarm by sending a signal to the GEM.
--------------------------------------------------------------- Visual Inspection Chart Mechanical Electrical

• Keyless entry keypad
• Keyless entry remote transmitter

• Central junction box (CJB) Fuse F222 (20A)
• Circuitry
• Generic electronic module (GEM)

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• No communication with generic electronic module (GEM)

• Generic electronic module.
• Circuitry.

• REFER to Section 419-10 .

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Your multifunction switch on the steering column controls your exterior lights. The GEM module controls the interior lights and other stuff. If bad, it would not blow fuses. WHich fuse blows?
Your Ford dealer might be familiar with this issue, so call the service dept and ask them and get a quote. It may be wiring.
reoprt back.

• The high beams are inoperative

• Circuitry.
• Multifunction switch.

• Go To Pinpoint Test C .

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Principles of Operation
Generic Electronic Module (GEM) The generic electronic module (GEM) receives inputs from the following:

• door ajar switches
• liftgate ajar switch (wagon)
• liftgate glass switch (wagon)
• headlamp switch
• keyless entry keypad switches
• the powertrain control module (PCM) (vehicle speed signal)
• ignition switch
• remote keyless entry transmitter

The GEM uses these inputs to control the output to the battery saver relay and interior lamp relay. Both relays are integral to the central junction box (CJB) and cannot be accessed directly.
Interior Lighting Systems The GEM grounds the battery saver relay and interior lamp relay coils when any door ajar switch or the headlamp switch is closed. The interior lamp relay then supplies power to the interior lamp circuit. Vehicle speed must be less than 15 kph (9 mph) for the GEM to ground the interior lamp relay. The interior lamps will remain illuminated for a period of up to 25 seconds after all doors are closed or until the ignition is switched from the OFF position, or the GEM receives a vehicle speed signal. Actuating the interior lights from the headlamp switch will operate at any time.
Illuminated Entry Illuminated entry is activated when a keyless entry keypad switch provides ground on the GEM input or when the GEM receives an unlock signal from the remote keyless entry key fob. The GEM then provides ground to the battery saver and interior lamp relay coils. Illuminated entry is deactivated when the GEM receives a lock signal from the remote keyless entry key fob or if the GEM receives ground inputs from the keyless entry keypad switch lock code. Illuminated entry will also be deactivated when the GEM receives input voltage from the ignition switch.
Battery Saver The battery saver is activated when the GEM is not receiving voltage input from the ignition switch (off position). The GEM will then provide ground to the battery saver relay coil for a maximum of 30 minutes depending on the state of the interior lamp switch inputs to the GEM. The energized battery saver relay switches voltage to the demand lamp circuit and the interior lamp relay coil. After time-out, the GEM removes ground to the battery saver relay disabling the demand lamp circuit.
Puddle Lamps The puddle lamp relay operates reverse from the battery saver relay and the interior lamp relay. The puddle lamp relay coil receives voltage when the ignition switch is in the START or RUN position, which disables the circuit to the puddle lamps.
Inspection and Verification

1. Verify the customer concern by operating the system.

1. Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical and electrical damage.

Visual Inspection Chart Electrical

• Battery junction box (BJB) fuse 101 (60A)
• Central junction box (CJB) fuse 226 (10A)
• Bulb(s)
• Central junction box (CJB)
• Generic electronic module (GEM)
• Connectors
• Circuitry