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)\
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BATTERY SPECIFICATIONS
Vehicle is factory equipped with a maintenance free battery.
The top of the battery is permanently sealed, and water never has to
be added, and periodic maintenance is not required either. But,
periodically check the battery terminals and battery hold-down bracket
for corrosion. Replace with a battery of the same group number as
shown on original battery's label.
CAUTION: When battery is disconnected, vehicles equipped with
computers may lose memory data. When battery power is
restored, driveability problems may exist on some vehicles.
These vehicles may require a relearn procedure. See COMPUTER
RELEARN PROCEDURES article in the GENERAL INFORMATION
section.
CAUTIONS & WARNINGS
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (AIR BAG)
NOTE: See the AIR BAGS article in the ACCESSORIES/SAFETY EQUIPMENT
Section.
Modifications or improper maintenance, including incorrect
removal and installation of the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS),
can adversely affect system performance. DO NOT cover, obstruct or
change the steering wheel horn pad in any way, as such action could
cause improper function of the system. Use only plain water when
cleaning the horn pad. Solvents or cleaners could adversely affect the
air bag cover and cause improper deployment of the system.
WARNING: To avoid injury from accidental air bag deployment, read and
carefully follow all warnings and service precautions. See
appropriate AIR BAGS article in ACCESSORIES/SAFETY EQUIPMENT.
WARNING: Any maintenance performed on or near the components of the
SRS must be performed only by an authorized dealer.
Do not permit anyone else to service, inspect maintain, or
service any SRS components or wiring. Similarly, no part of
the SRS should ever be handled or disposed of by anyone
except an authorized dealer.
Improper work on the SRS components or wiring could result in
inadvertent deployment of the airbags or could render the SRS
system inoperative. Either situation could result in serious
injury
WARNING: If the car has had any front-end damage, have the SRS system
inspected by an authorized dealer to ensure it is working
properly.
WARNING: If any of the following conditions occur, the SRS is not
working properly. Immediately have it inspected by an
authorized dealer:
* The SRS warning light does not illuminate when you start
the car.
* The SRS warning light does not go off after about 7 seconds.
* The SRS warning light illuminates while driving.
MIR RO RS - P O W ER
1999 D odge P ic ku p R 1500
1999 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT
CHRY - Power Mirrors
Caravan, Dakota, Durango, Ram Pickup, Ram Van, Ram Wagon,
Town & Country, & Voyager
DESCRIPTION
Outside power rear view mirrors consist of door-mounted
mirrors with internal motor drive and backing plate. On Caravan, Town
& Country, and Voyager, mirrors are controlled by a rocker switch for
left or right mirror selection and a platform button for up, down,
right and left movement. On Dakota, Durango, Ram Pickup, Ram Van and
Ram Wagon, mirrors are controlled by a single, multifunction,
joystick-type switch assembly. On all models, mirror motors are
integral with mirror assemblies and cannot be serviced separately. On
Dakota and Durango, fold-away rear view mirrors are optional.
Dakota, Durango and Ram Pickup are equipped with an automatic
dimming day/night inside mirror. The mirror uses 2 photocell sensors
to monitor ambient and rear facing light levels. The mirror
automatically adjusts its reflectance to reduce headlight glare from
vehicles approaching from the rear. The mirror is controlled by an
off/on switch located on the mirror bottom.
Caravan, Ram Pickup, Town & Country and Voyager have optional
heated outside mirrors. On Caravan, Town & Country and Voyager, heated
mirror is activated whenever the rear defogger is on. On Ram Pickup,
heated mirror is activated by switch in dash. A timer turns off mirror
heater after about 10 minutes.
COMPONENT TESTS
AUTOMATIC DAY/NIGHT INSIDE MIRROR
1) Turn ignition switch to ON position with transmission in
Neutral or Park. Place mirror switch in ON position (switch LED
illuminated). Cover forward facing sensor with a dark cloth or tape to
exclude any ambient light. See Fig. 1.
2) Shine a light into rear-facing sensor. Observe whether or
not mirror darkens. With mirror darkened, place transmission in
Reverse. Mirror should return to normal. If conditions of steps 1) and
2) are met, mirror is operating correctly. If conditions are not met,
go to next step.
3) Turn ignition on. Check for battery voltage at fuse No. 11
in junction block. If battery voltage exists on both sides of fuse, go
to next step. If battery voltage does not exist, repair circuit to
junction block. See WIRING DIAGRAMS. If fuse is blown, repair short
circuit and replace fuse.
4) Check for battery voltage at day/night mirror wire
connector terminal No. 1 (Dark Blue/White wire). If battery voltage
exists, go to next step. If battery voltage does not exist, repair
open circuit between mirror and junction block.
5) Check for continuity between ground and day/night mirror
wire connector terminal No. 2 (Black wire). If continuity exists, go
to next step. If continuity does not exist, repair open ground
circuit.
6) Check for battery voltage at day/night mirror wire
connector terminal No. 3 (Violet/Black wire) with transmission in
Reverse. If battery voltage exists, replace mirror. If battery voltage
does not exist, check back-up light circuit. See WIRING DIAGRAMS.
mirror operation is not as specified, check for open or short circuit
between switch and power mirror. Repair as necessary. If wiring
harness is okay, replace mirror assembly as necessary. See Fig. 2.
POWER MIRROR MOTOR TEST (CARAVAN, TOWN & COUNTRY, & VOYAGER)
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Switch Connector ( 1)
12 ............. 6 ............. N/A ...................... Up
7 .............. 6 ............. N/A .................... Left
6 .............. 12 ............ N/A .................... Down
6 .............. 7 ............. N/A ................... Right
13 ............. 1 ............. Up ...................... N/A
8 .............. 1 ............ Left ..................... N/A
1 .............. 13 ........... Down ..................... N/A
1 .............. 8 ............ Right .................... N/A
5 .............. 11 ............ ( 2) ..................... ( 2)
( 1) - Use illustration for connector pin identification. See Fig. 2.
( 2) - Used for switch illumination. No mirror movement will be
observed.
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Fig. 2: Identifying Power Mirror Switch Connector Pins (Caravan,
Town & Country, & Voyager)
Courtesy of Chrysler Corp.
Dakota, Durango, Ram Pickup, Ram Van & Ram Wagon
Caravan, Town & Country, & Voyager
Remove switch and disconnect wiring connector. See POWER
MIRROR SWITCH under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Using an ohmmeter, check
continuity between power mirror switch terminals with switch in
appropriate position. See POWER MIRROR SWITCH CONTINUITY TEST
(CARAVAN, TOWN & COUNTRY, & VOYAGER) table. See Fig. 2. If results
differ from table, replace switch.
POWER MIRROR SWITCH CONTINUITY TEST (CARAVAN, TOWN & COUNTRY, &
VOYAGER)
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Dakota, Durango, Ram Pickup, Ram Van & Ram Wagon
Remove switch and disconnect wiring connector. See POWER
MIRROR SWITCH under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Using an ohmmeter, check
continuity between power mirror switch terminals with switch in
appropriate position. See POWER MIRROR SWITCH CONTINUITY TEST (DAKOTA,
DURANGO, RAM PICKUP, RAM VAN & RAM WAGON) table. See Fig. 4. If
results differ from table, replace switch.
POWER MIRROR SWITCH CONTINUITY TEST (DAKOTA, DURANGO, RAM PICKUP,
RAM VAN & RAM WAGON)
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