1999 DODGE RAM wiring

Fig. 6: Starting System Wiring Diagram (Dakota)

Fig. 7: Starting System Wiring Diagram (Durango)

Fig. 8: Starting System Wiring Diagram (Neon)

Fig. 9: Starting System Wiring Diagram (Ram Pickup)

Fig. 10: Starting System Wiring Diagram (Ram Van & Ram Wagon)

Fig. 11: Starting System Wiring Diagram (Sebring Convertible)

STE ER IN G C O LU M N

1999 D odge P ic ku p R 1500
1998-99 STEERING
CHRY - Steering Columns - Trucks & Vans
Caravan, Dakota, Durango, Ram Pickup, Ram Van/Wagon,
Town & Country, Voyager
WARNING: All models are equipped with Air Bag Restraint System (ABRS).
See AIR BAG PRECAUTIONS before working on vehicle. Use
caution when working around steering column (air bag could
deploy).
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 article in GENERAL INFORMATION
before disconnecting battery.
DESCRIPTION & OPERATION
All models use collapsible steering columns with an integral
ignition switch and locking device. See Fig. 1. Optional tilt wheel is
available.
AIR BAG PRECAUTIONS
Follow precautions when working with air bag systems:
* When performing air bag repairs, disable ABRS. See AIR BAG
DISABLING.
* Use caution when handling a sensor. Never strike or jar a
sensor. All sensors or mounting bracket bolts must be
carefully torqued to ensure proper sensor operation.
* Never apply power to ABRS if a sensor is not rigidly attached
to vehicle.
* To avoid accidental air bag deployment while trouble shooting
ABRS, DO NOT use electrical test equipment, such as AC
-powered or battery-powered voltmeter, ohmmeter, etc.
* Always carry air bag module with trim cover away from body.
Always place inflatable module on workbench with trim cover
up, away from loose objects.
* DO NOT install used air bag parts from another vehicle. Use
NEW parts only. DO NOT disassemble or tamper with air bag
assembly.
* Wait at least 2 minutes after disconnecting battery before
proceeding with repairs or trouble shooting system. For a
short time after battery is disconnected, ABRS retains enough
voltage to deploy air bag.
NOTE: For additional information, see appropriate AIR BAG RESTRAINT
SYSTEMS article in ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT section.
AIR BAG DISABLING
Disconnect and isolate negative battery cable. Disconnect 2-
way yellow clockspring harness connector, located on top of fuse block
between clockspring and instrument panel wiring harness. Clockspring
connector may also be disconnected at Air Bag System Diagnostic Module
(ASDM).

WARNING: Wait about 2 minutes after disconnecting negative battery
cable before servicing air bag system. System reserve
capacitor maintains air bag system voltage for about 2
minutes after battery is disconnected. Servicing air bag
system before 2 minutes may cause accidental air bag
deployment and possible personal injury.
REMOVAL & INSTALLATION
WARNING: All models are equipped with Air Bag Restraint System (ABRS).
See AIR BAG PRECAUTIONS before working on vehicle. Use
caution when working around steering column (air bag could
deploy).
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 article in GENERAL INFORMATION
before disconnecting battery.
HORN PAD & STEERING WHEEL
Removal & Installation
1) Disable air bag system. See AIR BAG DISABLING. Ensure
steering wheel is in straight-ahead position. Remove nuts mounting air
bag module to steering wheel. Remove screws securing cruise control
switch to steering wheel (if equipped).
2) Disconnect wiring connectors. Remove air bag module and
cruise control switch assembly. Pry trim covers from back of steering
wheel and remove horn switch mounting screws. Disconnect horn wires.
Remove horn switch.
3) Remove steering wheel retaining nut. Reference mark
steering wheel and steering shaft. Using puller, remove steering
wheel. To install, reverse removal procedure. Align marks made during
removal. Tighten steering wheel retaining nut to specification.
STEERING COLUMN
Removal & Installation
1) Position front wheels straight ahead. Disconnect and
isolate negative battery cable. On column shift models, remove link
rod from bushing in shift lever. Discard bushing. On all models,
remove steering wheel using Puller (C-3428-B). See HORN PAD & STEERING\
WHEEL.
2) Remove steering column shaft-to-coupler retaining pin.
Push upper coupler shaft down into lower steering coupler. Remove dash
panel column cover. On column shift models, disconnect shift indicator
cable.
3) On all models, remove tilt lever (if equipped). Remove
upper and lower shroud. Remove lower fixed shroud. Disconnect
multifunction switch harness connector. Disconnect harness connectors
from ignition switch, key-in light, horn and cruise control (if
equipped).
4) Loosen upper support bracket nuts and allow column to drop
slightly. Remove upper fixed shroud. Disconnect wiring harness
retainers from column, and move harness to one side. Remove lower dash
panel. Remove lower steering column nuts. Remove column.
CAUTION: DO NOT reuse bushing in shift rod lever once shift rod is
removed. Always install a NEW bushing.
5) To install column, reverse removal procedure. Connect