1999 DODGE RAM front control module

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.

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS








\









\









\









\









\









\






Application Ft. Lbs. (N.m)
Steering Wheel Nut ............................... 45 (61)
INCH Lbs. (N.m)
ACM Mounting Screws &
Support Bracket Nuts ........................ 125 (14.0)
Driver-Side Air Bag Module Screws .......... 80-100 (9-11)
Front Impact Sensor Screws ............... 40-50 (4.5-5.6)
PAD Switch Mounting Screws ...................... 20 (2.2)
Passenger-Side Air Bag Module Screws ............ 80 (9.0)









\









\









\









\









\









\






DIAGNOSIS & TESTING
* PLEASE READ THIS FIRST *
WARNING: Always follow air bag service precautions to avoid air bag
deployment and possible personal injury. Refer to procedure
under SERVICE PRECAUTIONS . After component replacement,
ensure proper system operation. See SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK.
CAUTION: When battery is disconnected, vehicle computer and memory
systems may lose memory data. Driveability problems may
exist until computer systems have completed a relearn cycle.
See COMPUTER RELEARN PROCEDURES in GENERAL INFORMATION.
NOTE: Although other scan tools are available, manufacturer
recommends using Diagnostic Readout Box (DRB) tester to
access SRS on-board diagnostics. Following diagnosis and
testing procedures are designed for use with DRB.
SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM
SRS is monitored by Air Bag Control Module (ACM). ACM
contains safing sensor, an integral sensor in circuitry of system,
which is used to deploy air bag modules.
ACM monitors critical input and output circuits within air
bag system, ensuring they operate correctly. Some circuits are tested
continuously; others are checked under certain conditions. ACM
provides information about air bag system, through AIR BAG warning
light and DRB tester. Each circuit monitored by ACM has a
corresponding fault code or fault message assigned to it.
Active Codes
A code becomes active as soon as a malfunction is detected.
An active trouble code indicates an on-going malfunction. This means
the defect is currently there every time the ACM checks that
circuit/function. An active trouble code can not be erases. Active
codes will automatically erase when the reason for the code has been
corrected.
With the exception of warning light trouble codes or
malfunctions, when a malfunction is detected, AIR BAG warning light
remains illuminated for a minimum of 12 seconds or as long as the
malfunction is present.
Stored Codes
Trouble codes are automatically stored in ACM memory as soon

OPEN LEFT DOOR AJAR CIRCUIT
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) Remove driver's door panel. Disconnect driver's door ajar
switch and ensure connector is clean and not damaged. Connect a jumper
wire between left front door ajar switch connector Tan wire and
Black/Light Green wire. Using scan tool, read left front door ajar
switch status. If scan tool displays DRDOOR AJAR SW: CLOSED, replace
left front door ajar switch. If scan tool does not display DRDOOR AJAR
SW:
CLOSED, go to next step.
2) Disconnect jumper wire from Black/Light Green wire. Take
jumper wire end removed from Black/Light Green wire and connect to
ground. If scan tool displays DRDOOR AJAR SW: CLOSED, repair open
ground circuit (Black/Light Green wire). If scan tool does not display\
DRDOOR AJAR SW: CLOSED, go to next step.
3) Disconnect jumper wire. Locate Central Timer Module (CTM)\
.
CTM is located under left side of instrument panel. Access CTM 14-pin
Green connector C1. Remove connector cover. Do not disconnect
connector. Connect a backprobe jumper wire between chassis ground and
terminal No. 1 (Tan wire). Using scan tool, read left front door ajar
switch status. If scan tool displays DRDOOR AJAR SW: CLOSED, repair
open in Tan wire between left front door ajar switch and CTM. If scan
tool does not display DRDOOR AJAR SW: CLOSED, replace CTM.
OPEN RIGHT DOOR AJAR CIRCUIT
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) Remove passenger's door panel. Disconnect right front door
ajar switch and ensure connector is clean and not damaged. Connect a
jumper wire between right front door ajar switch connector Black/Light
Blue wire and Black/Light Green wire. Using scan tool, read right
front door ajar switch status. If scan tool displays PASSDOOR AJAR SW:
CLOSED, replace right front door ajar switch. If scan tool does not
display PASSDOOR AJAR SW: CLOSED, go to next step.
2) Disconnect jumper from Black/Light Green wire. Take jumper
wire end removed from Black/Light Green wire and connect to ground. If
scan tool displays PASSDOOR AJAR SWITCH: CLOSED, repair open ground
circuit (Black/Light Green wire). If scan tool does not display
PASSDOOR AJAR SW: CLOSED, go to next step.
3) Disconnect jumper wire. Locate Central Timer Module (CTM)\
.
CTM is located under left side of instrument panel. Access CTM 14-pin
Green connector C1. Remove connector cover. Do not disconnect
connector. Connect a backprobe jumper wire between chassis ground and
terminal No. 5 (Black/Light Blue wire). If scan tool displays PASS
DOOR AJAR SW: CLOSED, repair open Black/Light Blue wire between CTM
and right front door ajar switch. If scan tool does not display PASS
DOOR AJAR SW: CLOSED, replace CTM.
SHORTED LEFT DOOR AJAR CIRCUIT

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) Remove driver's door panel. Disconnect driver's door ajar
switch. Using scan tool, read left front door ajar switch status. If
scan tool displays DRDOOR AJAR SW: CLOSED, go to next step. If scan
tool does not display DRDOOR AJAR SW: CLOSED, replace left front door
ajar switch.
2) Disconnect Central Timer Module (CTM) 14-pin Green
connector C1. CTM is located under left side of instrument panel.
Using an external ohmmeter, measure resistance between ground and CTM
14-pin Green connector C1 terminal No. 1 (Tan wire). If resistance is
less than 5 ohms, repair short to ground in Tan wire between CTM 14-
pin connector C1 and left front door ajar switch. If resistance is 5
ohms or more, replace CTM.
SHORTED RIGHT DOOR AJAR CIRCUIT
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) Ensure all doors are closed. Open right front door and
remove door panel. Disconnect right front door ajar switch. Using scan
tool, read right front door ajar switch status. If scan tool displays
PASSDOOR AJAR SW: CLOSED, go to next step. If scan tool does not
display PASSDOOR AJAR SW: CLOSED, replace right front door ajar
switch.
2) Disconnect Central Timer Module (CTM) 14-pin Green
connector C1. CTM is located under left side of instrument panel.
Using an external ohmmeter, measure resistance between ground and CTM
14-pin Green connector C1 terminal No. 5 (Black/Light Blue wire). If
resistance is less than 5 ohms, repair short to ground in Black/Light
Blue wire. If resistance is 5 ohms or more, replace CTM.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
ALL GAUGES DO NOT OPERATE
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) Turn ignition on. Using scan tool, select ELECTRO/MECH
CLUSTER. If scan tool displays BUS OPERATIONAL, go to next step. If
scan tool does not display BUS OPERATIONAL, go to appropriate VEHICLE
COMMUNICATIONS article and follow appropriate symptom diagnostics.
2) 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) Using scan tool, select SYSTEM TEST. If scan tool displays

COMPONENT LOCATIONS
COMPONENT LOCATIONS








\









\









\









\









\









\









\







Component Location
ABS Control Module
Ram Pickup ....................... Left Side Of Engine Compartment
Ram Van/Wagon ...................................... Under Battery
Data Link Connector (DLC) ...... Lower Left Side Of Instrument Panel\
Output Shaft Speed Sensor (OSS) .......... Left Side Of Transmission\
Park/Neutral Position (PNP) Switch ....... Left Side Of Transmission\
Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
Dakota & Durango ............... Right Front Of Engine Compartment
Ram Pickup ............... Right Rear Corner Of Engine Compartment
Ram Van/Wagon ..................... Under Hood Next To Wiper Motor
Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS) ........ On Transmission Or Transfer Case\
Extension Housing









\









\









\









\









\









\









\







TROUBLE SHOOTING
ROAD TEST
Perform a road test to verify speed control malfunctions.
Ensure speedometer operation is smooth without flutter at all speeds.
Speedometer fluttering may cause surging in speed control system. For
speedometer diagnosis, see appropriate INSTRUMENT PANELS article. If
road test verifies a surge following speed control set and speedometer
operates smoothly, see OVERSHOOT/UNDERSHOOT FOLLOWING SPEED CONTROL
SET.
If road test verifies an inoperative system, and speedometer
operates smoothly, check for:
* Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs). See SELF-DIAGNOSTIC
SYSTEM.
* Misadjusted brake switch. See BRAKE SWITCH under REMOVAL &
INSTALLATION.
* Poor electrical connections at servo.
* Leaking vacuum reservoir, check valve, hoses or connections.
See VACUUM SUPPLY under COMPONENT TESTS.
* Secure attachments of S/C servo cable.
* Smooth operation of throttle linkage.
* Defective PCM or wiring.
* Defective servo. See SPEED CONTROL SERVO under COMPONENT
TESTS.
To verify a speed control electronic malfunction, use scan
tool to check for DTCs. See SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM. A speed control
malfunction may occur without setting a FTC. If no DTCs are stored, go
to CHECKING SPEED CONTROL OPERATION under SYSTEM TESTS.
OVERSHOOT/UNDERSHOOT FOLLOWING SPEED CONTROL SET
If operator repeatedly presses and releases set button with
their foot off accelerator (lift foot set) to begin speed control
operation, vehicle may accelerate and exceed desired set speed by 5
MPH and then decelerate to less than desired set speed before
achieving desired set speed.
Speed Control (S/C) has as adaptive strategy that compensates\
for variations in S/C cable lengths. When S/C is set with vehicle

CIRCUIT PROTECTION DEVICES









\









\









\









\









\









\









\







Component Component Location








\









\









\









\









\









\









\







Circuit Breakers In junction block.
Junction Block Left end of dash.
Power Distribution Center In engine compartment, on left
inner fender panel, near
battery.









\









\









\









\









\









\









\







CONTROL UNITS









\









\









\









\









\









\









\







Component Component Location








\









\









\









\









\









\









\







Air Bag Control Module Behind lower center of dash.
Controller Anti-Lock Brake (4WABS) Engine compartment, mounted on\
top of hydraulic control unit.
Controller Anti-Lock Brake (RWAL) In engine compartment, on left\
front inner fender.
Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) Module In engine compartment, on left\
inner fender panel.
Engine Control Module (Diesel) On left side of engine, behind\
fuel filter.
Fuel Pump Module Top of fuel tank.
Integrated Electronic Module Left side of dash, inboard of
steering column opening.
Powertrain Control Module (PCM) In engine compartment, on
right side of firewall.
Seat Belt Control Module Under front seat center
cushion.









\









\









\









\









\









\









\







MOTORS









\









\









\









\









\









\









\







Component Component Location








\









\









\









\









\









\









\







Blower Motor Behind right side of dash.
Fuel Injection Pump (Diesel) On left side of engine, on
rear of timing gear housing.
Fuel Transfer Pump (Diesel) On left side of engine, below
and rearward of fuel filter.

vacuum connector. Remove heater control panel. To install, reverse
removal procedure.
HEATER CORE
Removal & Installation
Remove heater assembly from vehicle. See HEATER ASSEMBLY.
Disable heater assembly and remove heater core.
INSTRUMENT PANEL
Removal & Installation (Dakota & Durango)
1) Disconnect negative battery cable. Disable air bag system.
See AIR BAG SYSTEM SAFETY article. Place front wheels in straight-
ahead position. Remove sill trim from both doorways. Remove kick panel
covers from both sides of vehicle. Remove mounting bolts for hood
release handle.
2) Remove steering column trim panel and support bracket. If
equipped, remove tilt steering column lever. Remove upper and lower
shrouds from steering column. Remove knee bolster. Unplug driver's
side air bag module. Loosen multifunction switch wiring harness
connector screw and disconnect from switch. Screw will remain in
connector.
3) Disconnect PRNDL cable. Disconnect shift cable from
steering column. Remove steering coupler lock pin. Remove toe plate
retaining bolts. Remove steering column mounting bolts and remove
steering column from vehicle.
4) Remove screw from bulkhead wiring harness connector and
disconnect. Disconnect 2 body wiring harness connectors located next
to bulkhead connector. Disconnect 3 wiring harness connectors located
nearest to dash panel from junction block. Disconnect brake light
switch. If equipped, disconnect Rear Wheel Anti-Lock (RWAL) brake
module, located near steering column support brackets.
5) Disconnect plastic retainer clip from parking brake
linkage rod, located at back of parking brake release handle. Remove
rod end from parking brake handle. Remove instrument panel center
support bracket. Unplug vacuum harness connector located at left end
of heater assembly housing. Disconnect Air Bag Control Module (ACM)
connector.
6) Remove glove box. Reach through glove box opening and
disconnect antenna coaxial cable. Disconnect blower motor connector
located above glove box opening, near support brace for heater
assembly housing. Disconnect radio ground strap. Loosen instrument
panel roll-own bracket bolts about 2 turns (bolts are located at lower
corners, on both sides of instrument panel). Remove 5 bolts across top
of dash panel, at base of windshield, removing center screw last.
7) Roll down instrument panel and install a temporary support
hook that is about 18" (457 mm) in length. Install hook from center
hole in instrument panel to center hole of dash panel. Pull lower
instrument panel outward until both roll-down bracket bolts are in
slotted roll-down position. Instrument panel should now be supported
and away from firewall.
8) Disconnect 2 body wiring harness connectors, located on a
bracket near right end of instrument panel. Disconnect blower motor
resistor. Disconnect temperature control cable from heater assembly
housing and remove from housing. Disconnect defrost duct flexible hose
from heater assembly housing.
9) Ensure all electrical and vacuum connectors are
disconnected and instrument panel is free and clear for removal. With
the aid of an assistant, remove temporary support hook. Lift
instrument panel off of roll-down bracket bolts and remove from
vehicle.
10) To install, reverse removal procedure. Ensure all wiring

and hoses are clear and not pinched. Adjusting temperature control
cable. See TEMPERATURE CONTROL CABLE ADJUSTMENT . Tighten bolts and
nuts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS. Enable air bag
system. See AIR BAG SYSTEM SAFETY article.
Removal & Installation (Ram Pickup)
1) Disconnect negative battery cable. Ensure front wheels are
in a straight-ahead position and steering wheel is in LOCKED position.
Disable air bag system. See AIR BAG SYSTEM SAFETY article. Remove Air
Bag Control Module (ACM) and bracket from floor panel transmission
tunnel. Drain cooling system.
2) Remove left and right cowl side inner trim panels. Remove
knee bolster/steering column cover. Remove hood release and parking
brake release handle bolts from lower instrument panel support.
3) Disconnect driver's side air bag connector at lower left
corner of instrument panel. If equipped, disconnect overdrive lock-out
switch wiring harness connector from instrument panel wire harness
near instrument panel lower reinforcement.
4) Pull PRNDL cable and twist to remove from position arm.
Push tab on bottom of cable retainer upward, then squeeze sides to
remove retainer from column. If equipped, remove tilt lever. Remove
both upper and lower shrouds from column. Remove lower fixed column
shroud. Loosen multifunction switch connector screw. Screw will remain
in connector.
5) Ensure steering wheel is in LOCKED position. Remove
remaining steering column electrical connectors. Remove air bag wiring
harness from steering column wiring trough. Remove wiring trough from
steering column. Remove steering column as an assembly from vehicle.
6) From driver's side of instrument panel, disengage parking
brake release linkage rod from parking brake mechanism. Disconnect
instrument panel wiring harness from parking brake mechanism.
Disconnect 3 wiring harness bulkhead connectors located closest to
dash panel.
7) Disconnect instrument panel left side wiring harness
connectors. Remove screw from center of headlight and dash-to-
instrument panel (bulkhead) connector, and disconnect connector.
Disconnect instrument panel-to-door wiring harness. Disconnect
instrument panel to stoplight switch connector. Disconnect vacuum
harness for heater system.
8) If equipped with an Infinity sound system, disconnect
Infinity wiring harness connector from instrument panel harness
connector that is secured to bulkhead connector.
9) From passenger's side of instrument panel, disconnect
radio antenna coaxial cable connector. Loosen right and left
instrument panel roll-down bracket bolts about .50" (13 mm). Removing
center screw last, remove 5 bolts holding top of instrument panel to
top of dash panel.
10) Roll instrument panel downward and install a temporary
support hook to center hole of dash panel. Support hook should support
instrument panel in rolled-down position, about 18" (457 mm) away from\
dash panel. Disconnect remaining wiring harness connectors. With the
aid of an assistant, remove temporary hook and lift instrument panel
from vehicle.
11) To install, reverse removal procedure. Ensure all wiring
and hoses are clear and not pinched. Tighten bolts and nuts to
specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Enable air bag system. See
AIR BAG SYSTEM SAFETY article.
TEMPERATURE CONTROL CABLE R & I
Removal (Dakota & Durango)
Disconnect negative battery cable. Disconnect but DO NOT
remove instrument panel. See INSTRUMENT PANEL. Disconnect temperature