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Jeep TIPM Module Repair and Replacement
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Why Jeep TIPMs Fail Across 8 Models
Your Jeep's TIPM module (Totally Integrated Power Module) routes battery power to the fuel pump, wipers, headlights, power locks, horn, and A/C through one circuit board. The fuel pump relay is soldered directly to the board with no socket, so when it degrades from heat and continuous cycling, failures stack:
- Fuel pump relay dies, engine cranks, won't start
- Wipers or horn activate without input
- Doors lock and unlock randomly
- Headlights or brake lights stay on after shutdown
- Battery drains overnight with nothing running
Common DTC codes when scanned:
- P0230 fuel pump primary circuit malfunction
- P0231 fuel pump secondary circuit low
- P0232 fuel pump secondary circuit high
- P0480 cooling fan relay 1 control
- P0571 brake switch A circuit
- B1318 battery voltage low
The 2007-2018 Wrangler JK is the most failure-prone Jeep for TIPM issues, covering both the 3.8L V6 (2007-2011) and 3.6L Pentastar V6 (2012-2018) production runs. The 2011-2013 Grand Cherokee WK2 with the 3.6L, 5.7L HEMI, or 6.4L HEMI is next, followed by the 2007-2012 Liberty KK with the 3.7L V6. All 8 Jeep models share the same TIPM-7 platform design, and the failures follow a predictable pattern: the fuel pump relay goes first, then the remaining circuits follow.
Jeep TIPM Repair Service: All 8 Models Covered
Car Computer Exchange rebuilds Jeep TIPM modules for Wrangler, Grand Cherokee, Cherokee, Liberty, Compass, Patriot, Commander, and Renegade. Wrangler and Grand Cherokee are the two most frequently submitted models. TIPM units carry Mopar part numbers in the P56029-xxxx series on earlier platforms (2007-2010) and the P68xxxxxxx series on later platforms (2011+), and Car Computer Exchange handles both families.
Ship your TIPM module to the Raleigh, NC facility. Every unit runs through a 13-point quality check on a vehicle simulator that tests all relay circuits under load. Failed relays and degraded solder joints get rebuilt with upgraded components designed to outlast the originals. The module returns VIN-programmed to your vehicle. Plug it in, run the 12-second key-on relearn, and drive. No dealer visit, no separate programming fee.
Jeep TIPM Replacement Cost: Dealer vs Lifetime-Warranty Rebuild
Dealer OEM replacement is the most expensive Jeep TIPM option once you add parts, labor, and a separate programming fee. Used modules from salvage yards cost less but often carry the same relay degradation and still need dealer programming. Bypass kits only reroute the fuel pump relay circuit, while the other 6 internal relays keep failing.
Professional send-in repair through Car Computer Exchange's TIPM Repair Services rebuilds all relay circuits with upgraded components for a fraction of the dealer price. Car Computer Exchange backs every Jeep TIPM repair with a lifetime warranty after core return, covering up to two replacements with no mileage limit. The same repair process covers Dodge and Chrysler TIPMs on the shared Stellantis platform.
FAQs
How do you know if your Jeep TIPM is bad?
The most reliable indicator is a fuel pump relay failure: the engine cranks but won't start, or the fuel pump stays running after you turn the key off. Other signs include wipers or the horn activating without input, doors locking and unlocking on their own, headlights staying on after shutdown, and a battery that drains overnight. When multiple electrical systems malfunction simultaneously, the TIPM is the most likely source.
How much does it cost to replace a TIPM on a Jeep Wrangler?
A dealer OEM replacement for a Wrangler TIPM runs $1,000 to $1,500+, including parts, labor, and programming. Professional send-in repair costs significantly less and rebuilds the original module with upgraded relay components. Used modules from salvage yards start around $300, but may already be failing. Car Computer Exchange covers Wrangler TIPMs and Liberty TIPMs across multiple model years with a lifetime warranty.
Can I replace my own TIPM?
Yes. TIPM replacement is a plug-and-play job. Disconnect both battery cables, unbolt the power post, unclip the wire harnesses, and swap the module. After reconnecting the battery, turn the key to RUN (do not crank the engine) for 12 seconds to complete the relearn procedure. A repaired TIPM from Car Computer Exchange arrives VIN-programmed and ready to install with no dealer programming required.
What is the TIPM recall on Jeep?
FCA (now Stellantis) faced a class-action lawsuit in 2014 over TIPM failures across the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram platforms. NHTSA complaints led to expanded recall actions through 2019, primarily targeting fuel pump relay failures in specific model years. Not all Jeep builds were included. If your vehicle was outside the recall scope or the original repair has since failed, a professional rebuild replaces all degraded relay components with upgraded parts.
What is a TIPM on a Jeep?
TIPM stands for Totally Integrated Power Module. It is the central electrical control unit in Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram vehicles, mounted under the hood near the battery. The TIPM distributes power from the battery to every major circuit: fuel pump, headlights, wipers, power locks, horn, A/C, and ignition. When the internal relays wear out from heat and cycling, multiple systems fail at once.
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