1999 DODGE RAM Service Repair Manual

Fig. 7: Removing Shift Indicator (Ram Pickup)
Courtesy of Chrysler Corp.
Removal & Installation (Ram Van & Ram Wagon)
1) Remove instrument cluster. See INSTRUMENT CLUSTER. Remove
shift indicator from back of instrument cluster. Place gear selector
in PARK position. Remove left instrument panel end cap. Remove 5
screws retaining steering column opening cover. Steering column cover
has 4 retaining clips on upper half and will require prying or lifting
with flat bladed tool to remove. Remove steering column opening cover.
2) Remove park brake release handle and data Link Connector
(DLC). Remove knee blocker. Squeeze side of shift selector indicator
cable housing retainer and remove retainer from plastic adjuster
bracket on right side of steering column. See Fig. 8. Guide shift
indicator cable out through slot. Disconnect loop end of shift
indicator cable from hook on actuator. Remove shift indicator. To
install, reverse removal procedure.

Fig. 8: Removing Shift Indicator (Ram Van & Ram Wagon)
Courtesy of Chrysler Corp.
HEADLIGHT SWITCH
Removal & Installation (Ram Pickup)
1) Disconnect negative battery cable. Open power outlet door
and remove instrument cluster bezel retaining screw. Pry cluster bezel
from clips securing it to instrument panel. See Fig. 3. Disconnect
electrical connectors from power outlet to cluster bezel. Remove
cluster bezel.
2) Remove 3 screws and headlight switch. Disconnect
electrical connectors. Pull knob and stem to stop. Hold down button on
top of switch and remove switch. Remove 2 screws and bezel. To install
switch, reverse removal procedure.
Removal & Installation (Ram Van & Ram Wagon)
1) Disconnect negative battery cable. Turn ignition switch to
UNLOCK position and shift gear selector to "1" position. On models
equipped with tilt steering wheel, tilt wheel to lowest position. On
all models, pry cluster bezel away from clips securing it to
instrument panel. See Fig. 4. Pull left side of bezel far enough to
clear trip odometer reset button and remove bezel.
2) Remove switch bezel attaching screws. Remove switch, and
disconnect wiring harness. Pull headlight switch knob to on position.
Hold down button on top of switch and remove knob and shaft assembly.
Remove switch spanner nut and remove bezel from switch. To install
switch, reverse removal procedure.

WIRING DIAGRAMS
Fig. 9: Analog Instrument Panel Wiring Diagram (Ram Pickup - 1 Of 2)

Fig. 10: Analog Instrument Panel Wiring Diagram (Ram Pickup - 2 Of 2)\

Fig. 11: Analog Instrument Panel Wiring Diagram (Ram Van & Ram Wagon)\

MAIN TE N AN CE IN FO RM ATIO N

1999 D odge P ic ku p R 1500
1997-99 MAINTENANCE
Chrysler Motors Maintenance Information
Dodge: Ram Pickup R1500
Ram Pickup R2500
Ram Pickup R3500
* PLEASE READ THIS FIRST *
Before preforming maintenance on vehicle, ensure that all
cautions and warnings have been observed to prevent vehicle damage or
personal injury. See CAUTIONS & WARNINGS.
NOTE: For scheduled maintenance intervals and the related fluid
capacities, fluid specifications and labor times for major
service intervals, see SCHEDULED SERVICES article below:
R1500
* SCHEDULED SERVICES - NORMAL SERVICE (GAS)
* SCHEDULED SERVICES - SEVERE SERVICE (GAS)
* SCHEDULED SERVICES - NORMAL SERVICE (DIESEL)
* SCHEDULED SERVICES - NORMAL SERVICE (DIESEL)
R2500
* SCHEDULED SERVICES - NORMAL SERVICE (GAS)
* SCHEDULED SERVICES - SEVERE SERVICE (GAS)
* SCHEDULED SERVICES - NORMAL SERVICE (GAS - MD)
* SCHEDULED SERVICES - SEVERE SERVICE (GAS - MD)
* SCHEDULED SERVICES - NORMAL SERVICE (DIESEL)
* SCHEDULED SERVICES - NORMAL SERVICE (DIESEL)
R3500
* SCHEDULED SERVICES - NORMAL SERVICE (GAS - MD)
* SCHEDULED SERVICES - SEVERE SERVICE (GAS - MD)
* SCHEDULED SERVICES - NORMAL SERVICE (DIESEL)
* SCHEDULED SERVICES - NORMAL SERVICE (DIESEL)
Warranty information and specifications for fluid
capacities, lubrication specifications, wheel and tire size,
and battery type are covered in this article.
MODEL IDENTIFICATION
VIN LOCATION
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is located on the
left side of the dash panel at the base of the windshield. The VIN
chart explains the code characters.
VIN CODE ID EXPLANATION

Numbers preceding the explanations in the legend below refer
to the sequence of characters as listed on VIN identification label.
See VIN example below.








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1 - Country Of Origin
1
* United States
3 * Mexico
2 - Vehicle Make
B * Dodge
3 - Type Of Vehicle
4 * Multi-Purpose Vehicle
5 * Bus
6 * Incomplete
7 * Truck
4 - Gross Vehicle Weight
H * 6001-7000 Lbs.
J * 7001-8000 Lbs.
K * 8001-9000 Lbs.
L * 9001-10000 Lbs.
M * 10001-14000 Lbs.
W * Hydraulic Brakes
5 - Truck Line
C * Ram Chassis/Ram Pick Up (4x2)
F * Ram Chassis/Ram Pick Up (4x4)
6 - Series
1 * 1500
2 * 2500
3 * 3500
7 - Body Style
3 * Club Cab
6 * Conventional Cab/Cab Chassis
8 - Engine Type
D * 5.9L 6-Cylinder Diesel
W * 8.0L 10-Cylinder MPI
X * 3.9L 6-Cylinder MPI
Y * 5.2L 8-Cylinder MPI
Z * 5.9L 8-Cylinder MPI-LDC
5 * 5.9L 8-Cylinder MPI-HDC
9 - Check Digit
* 0 Through 9 Or X
10 - Model Year
V * 1997
W * 1998
X * 1999
11 - Assembly Plant
J * St. Louis North, Missouri
S * Dodge City, Michigan
G * Saltillo, Mexico

M * Lago Alberto, Mexico
12-17 - Serial Number
* Sequential Production Number
MAINTENANCE SERVICE INFORMATION
LIGHT & HEAVY DUTY SERVICE DEFINITIONS
Maintenance service is recommended at different mileage
intervals based on Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). See appropriate\
SERVICE SCHEDULES article.
Light Duty
Vehicles with GVWR of 8500 lbs. or less.
Heavy Duty
Vehicles with GVWR of 8501 lbs. or more.
SEVERE & NORMAL SERVICE DEFINITIONS
Service is recommended at mileage intervals based on vehicle
operation. Normal Service and Severe Service schedules are based on
the following primary operating conditions:
Normal Service
* Driven More Than 10 Miles Daily
* NO Severe Service Operating Conditions
Severe Service
NOTE: Use the Severe Service schedule if the vehicle to be serviced
is operated under ANY (one or more) of these conditions:
* Frequent Short Trips Of Less than 5 Miles (8 KM)
* Frequent Driving In Dusty Conditions
* Frequent Trailer Towing
* Frequent Idling
* More Than 50% Of Your Driving Is At Sustained High Speeds
During Hot Weather, Above 90
\bF (32\bC)
SERVICE POINT LOCATIONS