1999 DODGE RAM door lock

damage clockspring and/or require clockspring to be
readjusted.
NOTE: Clockspring is self-centering and will automatically lock in
the centered position when steering wheel is removed.
Adjustment is only required if centering position is
disturbed.
Removal
1) Before proceeding, see SERVICE PRECAUTIONS. Disable air
bag system. See DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM .
2) Clockspring is located behind steering wheel. See Fig. 1.
Ensure front wheels are in straight-ahead position. Lock steering
wheel. Remove air bag module. See AIR BAG MODULE.
3) Remove steering wheel nut. Using appropriate steering
wheel puller, remove steering wheel. When steering wheel is removed,
self-centering clockspring will automatically lock in place. Remove
upper and lower steering column shrouds to gain access to clockspring
wiring.
4) Remove knee bolster (if equipped). Disconnect Yellow 2-wa\
y
clockspring harness connector between clockspring and instrument panel
wiring harness, at base of steering column. See Fig. 13. Remove
clockspring by releasing 2 tabs on side of clockspring. Clockspring
cannot be repaired and must be replaced if faulty.
Installation
1) Snap clockspring onto steering column. If clockspring
centering adjustment is disturbed, adjust clockspring before
installing steering wheel. See CLOCKSPRING CENTERING under
ADJUSTMENTS. Connect clockspring wiring connectors. Install steering
column covers. Install knee bolster (if removed).
2) Position steering wheel on steering column. Ensure flats
on steering wheel hub fit formations on inside of clockspring. Pull
clockspring, cruise control switch (if equipped) and horn wires
through lower large holes and upper small holes in steering wheel.
3) Install steering wheel retaining nut and tighten to 45 ft.
lbs. (61 N.m). Connect horn and cruise control wires (if equipped).
Connect clockspring wire to air bag module. To ensure complete
connector connection, latching arms must be visible on top of
connector housing. DO NOT connect negative battery cable at this time.
Go to SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK .
PASSENGER AIR BAG DISARM (PAD) SWITCH
Removal & Installation
1) Before proceeding, see SERVICE PRECAUTIONS. Disable air
bag system. See DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM .
2) If vehicle is equipped with automatic transmission, turn
ignition switch to UNLOCK position, set parking brake and place
transmission selector lever in LOW position. Tilt steering column to
lowest position (if equipped). Using trim stick, gently pry around
perimeter of cluster bezel and remove bezel.
3) Open glove box. Holding glove box door, push center of
glove box bin towards front of vehicle. Flex glove box bin far enough
so glove box stops will clear sides of instrument panel opening. Roll
glove box down until stop bumpers are beyond sides of instrument panel
opening. Release bin. Lift bottom of glove box upward to disengage
hinge hooks form hinge pins.
4) Reach through glove box opening to access and disconnect 2
passenger-side air bag disarm switch harness connectors. Connectors
are attached to bracket located on inboard glove box opening
reinforcement. See Fig. 4. Remove 3 screws retaining passenger-side
air bag disarm switch bezel to instrument panel.


AN TI- T H EFT S YSTE M

1999 D odge P ic ku p R 1500
1999 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT
CHRY - Anti-Theft Systems
Ram Pickup, Ram Van & Ram Wagon
DESCRIPTION
The Vehicle Theft Security System (VTSS) provides an engine
no-run feature, flashes headlights and sounds horn if any door or hood
is opened without using key or remote keyless entry transmitter, or if
battery cables are disconnected then reconnected when system is
activated.
Anti-theft system is controlled by Central Timer Module
(CTM). CTM is located under driver's side of dash panel, right of
steering column. If CTM is faulty, CTM cannot be repaired and must be
replaced.
VTSS is also equipped with a power-up mode. If battery is
disconnected or looses power while VTSS is armed, VTSS system remains
armed when power is restored. A temper alert signal is sounded on
vehicle entry if VTSS was triggered while away from vehicle. Horn will
sound 3 times alerting owner VTSS was triggered.
OPERATION
ARMING PROCEDURE (PASSIVE)
Remove key from ignition. Ensure headlights are off. Lock
doors while open, using power lock switch. Power lock switch will not
operate with key in ignition or headlights on while door is open.
Vehicle Theft Security System (VTSS) will not arm using key in lock
cylinder or mechanical lock button. While system is arming, SECURITY
light will flash rapidly for 15 seconds. Opening any door or turning
the ignition key while light is flashing will abort arming process.
Once arming process is complete, SECURITY light will go out.
ARMING PROCEDURE (ACTIVE)
Pressing Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter LOCK button
will actively arm Vehicle Theft Security System (VTSS). All doors must\
be closed and ignition switch in OFF position. While system is arming,
SECURITY light will flash rapidly for 15 seconds. Opening any door or
turning the ignition key while light is flashing will abort arming
process. Once arming process is complete, SECURITY light will go out.
DISARMING
Vehicle Theft Security System (VTSS) can be disarmed 2 ways:
unlock vehicle using key in any door and pressing remote keyless entry
transmitter UNLOCK button. If alarm has been set off, either method
can be used to disarm and shut-off horn.
CENTRAL TIMER MODULE (CTM)
Central Timer Module (CTM) is Vehicle Theft Security System
(VTSS) processor. CTM uses the data bus network to allow sharing and
reporting of sensor information. If a door ajar sensor is opened while
VTSS is set, a signal is sent to flash headlights and sound horn. PCM
is also notified through bus network to enable engine no-run feature.

Fig. 3: Identifying CTM Location (Ram Van & Ram Wagon)
Courtesy of Chrysler Corp.
DOOR JAMB SWITCH
NOTE: Door jamb switch may also be referred to as door ajar switch.
On Ram Van and Ram Wagon, front door jamb switches are part
of latch assembly and are not serviced separately.
Removal & Installation
Disconnect negative battery cable. On Ram Van and Ram Wagon,
unscrew door ajar switch from pillar. On Ram Pickup, using pliers,
pull back and forth to slide switch from pillar. On all models, pull
door jamb switch away from pillar enough to disconnect 2 harness
connectors. To install, reverse removal procedure.
DOOR LOCK CYLINDER SWITCH
Removal & Installation (Ram Pickup)
Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove inside door panel.
Remove door outside latch handle mounting hardware and linkage. Pull
door outside handle away from door far enough to remove door lock
cylinder switch from back of door lock cylinder. See Fig. 4. Remove

door lock cylinder switch pigtail retainers and remove door lock
cylinder switch. To install, reverse removal procedure.
Removal & Installation (Ram Van & Ram Wagon)
Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove inside door panel.
Disconnect door lock cylinder harness connector. Disengage door lock
cylinder switch from back of door lock cylinder. Remove door lock
cylinder switch pigtail retainers and remove door lock cylinder
switch. To install, reverse removal procedure.
Fig. 4: Identifying Door Lock Cylinder Switch (Ram Pickup)
Courtesy of Chrysler Corp.
WIRING DIAGRAMS

* ONE GAUGE NOT OPERATING PROPERLY
OVERHEAD CONSOLE CONCERNS
* AVERAGE MPH/FUEL ECON INOPERATIVE OR WRONG (CMTC FAILS TO
RESPOND TO INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DIMMING, DISTANCE TO EMPTY
INOPERATIVE OR WRONG, ELAPSED TIME INOPERATIVE/WRONG, SWITCH
ON CMTC INOPERATIVE, TRIP ODOMETER INOPERATIVE/WRONG)
* CMTC DISPLAY SHOWS FAILED
* CMTC SEGMENTS FAIL TO LIGHT UP
* INCORRECT READING BEYOND +/- 5
* REPAIRING "OC" IN CMTC DISPLAY
* REPAIRING "SC" IN CMTC DISPLAY
POWER DOOR LOCK SYSTEM
* DOOR LOCK SWITCH FAILURE (PDL)
* DOOR UNLOCK SWITCH FAILURE (PDL)
* AUTOMATIC (ROLLING) DOOR LOCKS INOPERATIVE
* DOORS LOCK WITH KEY IN IGNITION & LEFT DOOR OPEN
* ONE OR ALL DOORS FAILING TO LOCK FROM ONE SWITCH (ONE OR ALL
DOORS FAILING TO UNLOCK FROM ONE SWITCH)
* REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY PROBLEM
VEHICLE THEFT/SECURITY SYSTEM
* DOOR DISARM SWITCH FAILURE
* DOOR LOCK SWITCH FAILURE
* DOOR UNLOCK SWITCH FAILURE
* EEPROM CHECKSUM FAILURE
* INTERNAL ROM TEST FAILURE
* IDENTIFYING VTSS PROBLEMS
WINDSHIELD WIPER SYSTEM
* WIPER PARK SWITCH FAILURE
* INTERMITTENT WIPERS INOPERATIVE
* NO WIPER ACTUATION AFTER WASH BUTTON PUSHED
* WIPER SPEED SENSITIVE FEATURE INOPERATIVE
CHIME SYSTEM
CHIME INOPERATIVE WITH EXTREME COOLANT TEMPERATURE
NOTE: For connector terminal identification and wiring diagrams,
see BODY CONTROL COMPUTER - INTRODUCTION article. Perform
VERIFICATION TEST VER-1A after each repair.
CAUTION: Always turn ignition switch to OFF position prior to
disconnecting any module connector.
1) Using scan tool, actuate chime. If chime sounds, go to
next step. If chime does not sound, replace Central Timer Module
(CTM). CTM is located under left side of instrument panel.
2) Using scan tool, read Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
DTCs. If no engine coolant temperature related codes exist, go to next
step. If engine coolant temperature related codes exist, see
appropriate SELF-DIAGNOSTICS article in ENGINE PERFORMANCE section.
3) Due to difficult access of coolant temperature sensor, Oil
Pressure Switch (OPS) will be used to verify CCD bus message from PCM.\
Disconnect OPS connector. OPS is located near bottom of distributor.

POWER DOOR LOCK SYSTEM
DOOR LOCK SWITCH FAILURE (PDL)
NOTE: For connector terminal identification and wiring diagrams,
see BODY CONTROL COMPUTER - INTRODUCTION article. Perform
VERIFICATION TEST VER-1A after each repair.
CAUTION: Always turn ignition switch to OFF position prior to
disconnecting or connecting any module connector.
1) Clear trouble codes as needed. See BODY CONTROL COMPUTER -
INTRODUCTION article. Using scan tool, read I/O's door lock switch
status. If scan tool displays PRESSED, go to next step. If scan tool
does not display PRESSED, system is currently functioning properly.
2) Disconnect left door lock switch connector. If scan tool
displays PRESSED, go to next step. If scan tool does not display
PRESSED, replace left door lock switch.
3) Disconnect right door lock switch connector. If scan tool
displays PRESSED, go to next step. If scan tool does not display
PRESSED, replace right door lock switch.
4) Locate Central Timer Module (CTM). CTM is located under
left side of instrument panel. Disconnect CTM 18-pin connector C2.
Using an external voltmeter, measure voltage between ground and CTM
18-pin connector C2 terminal No. 4 (Orange/Dark Green wire). If
voltage is more than 1.5 volts, repair short to voltage in Orange/Dark
Green wire. If voltage is 1.5 volts or less, replace CTM.
DOOR UNLOCK SWITCH FAILURE (PDL)
NOTE: For connector terminal identification and wiring diagrams,
see BODY CONTROL COMPUTER - INTRODUCTION article. Perform
VERIFICATION TEST VER-1A after each repair.
CAUTION: Always turn ignition switch to OFF position prior to
disconnecting or connecting any module connector.
1) Clear trouble codes as needed. See BODY CONTROL COMPUTER -
INTRODUCTION article. Using scan tool, read I/O's door unlock switch
status. If scan tool displays PRESSED, go to next step. If scan tool
does not display PRESSED, system is currently functioning properly.
2) Disconnect left door lock switch connector. If scan tool
displays PRESSED, go to next step. If scan tool does not display
PRESSED, replace left door lock switch.
3) Disconnect right door lock switch connector. If scan tool
displays PRESSED, go to next step. If scan tool does not display
PRESSED, replace right door lock switch.
4) Locate Central Timer Module (CTM). CTM is located under
left side of instrument panel. Disconnect CTM 18-pin connector C2.
Using an external voltmeter, measure voltage between ground and CTM
18-pin connector C2 terminal No. 13 (Pink/Dark Green wire). If voltage\
is more than 1.5 volts, repair short to voltage in Pink/Dark Green
wire. If voltage is 1.5 volts or less, replace CTM.
AUTOMATIC (ROLLING) DOOR LOCKS INOPERATIVE
NOTE: For connector terminal identification and wiring diagrams,
see BODY CONTROL COMPUTER - INTRODUCTION article. Perform
VERIFICATION TEST VER-1A after each repair.
1) Using scan tool select SYSTEM MONITORS, then CCD BUS TEST.
If scan tool displays BUS OPERATIONAL, go to next step. If scan tool

does not display BUS OPERATIONAL, go to appropriate VEHICLE
COMMUNICATIONS article.
2) Using scan tool select BODY COMPUTER. If scan tool
displays NO RESPONSE, go to appropriate VEHICLE COMMUNICATIONS
article. If scan tool does not displays NO RESPONSE, go to next step.
3) This test is only for vehicles equipped with speed
sensitive door locks. With doors closed and unlocked drive vehicle
faster than 15 MPH. If doors lock, system is currently functioning
properly. If doors do not lock, using scan tool select ROLLING LOCKS.
Retest system.
DOORS LOCK WITH KEY IN IGNITION & LEFT DOOR OPEN
NOTE: For connector terminal identification and wiring diagrams,
see BODY CONTROL COMPUTER - INTRODUCTION article. Perform
VERIFICATION TEST VER-1A after each repair.
CAUTION: Always turn ignition switch to OFF position prior to
disconnecting or connecting any module connector.
1) Using scan tool select SYSTEM MONITORS, then CCD BUS TEST.
If scan tool displays BUS OPERATIONAL, go to next step. If scan tool
does not display BUS OPERATIONAL, go to appropriate VEHICLE
COMMUNICATIONS article.
2) Using scan tool select BODY COMPUTER. If scan tool
displays NO RESPONSE, go to appropriate VEHICLE COMMUNICATIONS
article. If scan tool does not display NO RESPONSE, go to next step.
3) Place key in ignition. Open driver's door. Lock doors from
interior lock switch. If doors locked, go to next step. If doors did
not lock, system is currently functioning correctly.
4) Using scan tool, read left door ajar status. Open and
close left door. If door ajar state changed from OPEN to CLOSED, go to
next step. If door ajar state did not change from OPEN to CLOSED, go
to OPEN LEFT DOOR AJAR CIRCUIT under DOOR AJAR SYSTEM.
5) Ensure driver's door is open. Read key-in ignition status.
If scan tool shows KEY-IN, replace Central Timer Module (CTM). CTM is
located behind right kick panel. If scan tool does not show KEY-IN, go
to next step.
6) Gain access to CTM connector C1. Do not disconnect
connector. Using an external voltmeter, measure voltage between ground
and CTM 14-pin connector C1 terminal No. 9 (Light Blue wire). If
voltage is more than 1.5 volts, repair open Light Blue wire. If
voltage is 1.5 volts or less, go to next step.
7) Turn ignition off and remove key. Measure voltage between
ground and CTM 14-pin connector C1 terminal No. 9 (Light Blue wire).
If voltage is less than 1.5 volts, replace CTM. If voltage is 1.5
volts or more, replace ignition switch.
ONE OR ALL DOORS FAILING TO LOCK FROM ONE SWITCH (ONE OR ALL
DOORS FAILING TO UNLOCK FROM ONE SWITCH)
NOTE: For connector terminal identification and wiring diagrams,
see BODY CONTROL COMPUTER - INTRODUCTION article. Perform
VERIFICATION TEST VER-1A after each repair.
CAUTION: Always turn ignition switch to OFF position prior to
disconnecting or connecting any module connector.
1) Using scan tool select SYSTEM MONITORS, then CCD BUS TEST.
If scan tool displays BUS OPERATIONAL, go to next step. If scan tool
does not display BUS OPERATIONAL, go to appropriate VEHICLE
COMMUNICATIONS article.
2) Using scan tool select BODY COMPUTER. If scan tool

displays NO RESPONSE, go to appropriate VEHICLE COMMUNICATIONS
article. If scan tool does not display NO RESPONSE, go to next step.
3) Read DTCs. If no DTCs are displayed, go to next step. If
DOOR LOCK SWITCH FAILURE is displayed, go to DOOR LOCK SWITCH FAILURE
(PDL). If DOOR UNLOCK SWITCH FAILURE is displayed, go to DOOR UNLOCK
SWITCH FAILURE (PDL).
4) Lower both front windows. Remove key from ignition switch
and close all doors. Lock and unlock doors from all switches. If all
doors lock and unlock properly, system is currently functioning
properly. If one or all locks fail to lock from one switch, go to next
step. If one or all locks fail to unlock from one switch, go to step
12).
5) Using scan tool, read I/O's door lock switch status. Press
lock button on inoperative door. If scan tool does not display LOCK SW
PRESSED while lock switch is pressed on inoperative door, go to step
9). If scan tool displays LOCK SW PRESSED while lock switch is pressed
on inoperative door, go to next step.
6) Access door lock actuator inside inoperative door.
Disconnect door lock actuator connector. Remove key from ignition and
roll windows down. Connect test light between door lock actuator
connector terminals. If test light illuminates while door lock switch
is pressed, replace door lock actuator. If test light does not
illuminate while door lock switch is pressed, go to next step.
7) Connect test light to ground and probe Orange/Black wire
of door lock actuator connector. If test light illuminates while door
lock switch is pressed, repair open Orange/Black wire between door
lock actuator and Central Timer Module (CTM). CTM is located behind
right kick panel. If test light does not illuminate while door lock
switch is pressed, go to next step.
8) Access CTM 18-pin connector C2. Remove connector cover. Do
not disconnect connector. Using an external voltmeter, measure voltage
between ground and CTM 18-pin connector C2 terminal No. 1
(Orange/Black wire). If voltage is more than 9.5 volts while door lock\
switch is pressed, repair open Orange/Black wire. If voltage is 9.5
volts or less while door lock switch is pressed, replace CTM.
9) Disconnect inoperative lock switch connector. Using an
external voltmeter, measure voltage between ground and Red wire of
door lock switch connector. If voltage is more than 9.5 volts, go to
next step. If voltage is 9.5 volts or less, repair open Red wire
between door lock switch connector and voltage source.
10) Reconnect door lock switch connector. Measure voltage
between ground and backprobe Orange/Violet wire of door lock switch
connector. If voltage is more than 9.5 volts while pressing lock
switch, go to next step. If voltage is 9.5 volts or less while
pressing lock switch, replace door lock switch.
11) Access CTM 18-pin connector C2. Remove connector cover.
Do not disconnect connector. Using an external voltmeter, measure
voltage between ground and CTM 18-pin connector C2 terminal No. 4
(Orange/Dark Green wire). If voltage is more than 9.5 volts while
pressing lock switch, replace CTM. If voltage is 9.5 volts or less
while pressing lock switch, repair open Orange/Dark Green wire between
CTM and door lock switch.
12) Using scan tool, read I/O's door unlock switch status. If
scan tool does not display UNLOCK SW PRESSED while unlock switch is
pressed on inoperative door, go to step 16). If scan tool displays
UNLOCK SW PRESSED while unlock switch is pressed on inoperative door,
go to next step.
13) Access door lock actuator inside inoperative door.
Disconnect door lock actuator connector. Remove key from ignition and
roll windows down. Connect test light between door lock actuator
connector terminals. If test light illuminates while door unlock
switch is pressed, replace door lock actuator. If test light does not
illuminate while door unlock switch is pressed, go to next step.