1998 DODGE RAM 1500 airbag

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual COLUMN
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
COLUMN
DESCRIPTION..........................6
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - STEERING
COLUMN.............................7
REMOVAL.............................7
INSTALLATIO

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual NOTE: When servicing the steering wheel after
removing the old bolt a new bolt must be used
when installing.
NOTE: When servicing the coupler a new bolt must
be used when installing.
DIAGNOSIS AND TES

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual (17) Remove the steering column assembly from
the vehicle. (Fig. 7)
INSTALLATION
WARNING: BEFORE SERVICING THE STEERING
COLUMN THE AIRBAG SYSTEM MUST BE DIS-
ARMED. REFER TO ELECTRICAL RESTRAINT SYS-

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual HOUSING - REMOVAL). Check the turning effort of
the key cylinder. If the ignition key cylinder effort is
excessive replace the key cylinder.
REMOVAL
SERVICE PRECAUTIONS
NOTE: The steering column on ve

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual (8) For columns without tilt remove the bracket to
gain access to the ignition switch mounting screws.
(Fig. 10)
(9) Disconnect the electrical connector at rear of
ignition switch (Fig. 11).
(10) Remo

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual (2) Install the coupler to the intermediate shaft
using the marks made in the removal process.
NOTE: New pinch bolts must be used for reinstalla-
tion.
(3) Install the lower pinch bolt and tighten to

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual INSTRUMENT PANEL
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
CLUSTER BEZEL
REMOVAL.............................49
INSTALLATION.........................49
ASH RECEIVER
REMOVAL.............................50
INSTALLATI

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DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Workshop Manual (2) Snap the top edge of the bezel into place fully.
(3) Seat the two bottom clips fully.
(4) Install the two top screws.
(5) Install the center bezel (Refer to 23 - BODY/
INSTRUMENT PANEL/INSTRUMENT