1999 DODGE RAM torque

Suspension)
Loosen pivot bar attaching bolts, and move ends of upper
control arm either in or out to obtain proper camber and caster
angles. See Fig. 7. See WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS table. Tighten
pivot bar retaining bolts. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS table.
Ram Pickup (Link/Coil Suspension)
Camber is factory set and is not adjustable. To adjust
caster, rotate adjuster cam on lower control arm. See WHEEL ALIGNMENT
SPECIFICATIONS table. See Fig. 8.
Fig. 8: Adjusting Caster (Ram Pickup With Link/Coil Suspension)
Courtesy of Chrysler Corp.
Ram Van/Wagon
1) Use Adjuster Tool 8199 for this procedure. See Fig. 9.
Clamp tool onto upper control arm frame bracket using 2 clamp bolts.
Tighten adjustment nut on each tool until bolts are snug against pivot
bar. Loosen both upper control arm retaining bolts completely.
2) To obtain proper camber and caster angles, tighten or
loosen tool adjustment bolts on adjuster tool to move one or both ends

of upper control arm. See WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS table.
Tighten pivot retaining bolts. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS table.
Fig. 9: Camber & Caster Angle Adjustment Tool
Courtesy of Chrysler Corp.
FRONT WHEEL TOE ADJUSTMENT

NOTE: Set each front wheel at 1/2 of total toe specification. On
vehicles equipped with power steering, set wheel toe position
with engine running.
Except Ram Van/Wagon & 4WD Models
Center steering wheel and hold with steering wheel clamp.
Loosen tie rod lock nuts. Rotate rods to set toe to specification. See
WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS table. Tighten tie rod lock nuts to
specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS table. Adjust steering gear
to tie rod boots at tie rod. Remove steering wheel clamp. See Fig. 10.
Ram Van/Wagon & 4WD Models
Center steering wheel and hold with steering wheel clamp.
Loosen tie rod adjustment sleeve clamp bolts. Rotate adjustment sleeve
to align toe to specification. See ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS table.
Position sleeve clamps on underside of sleeve so clamp ends are not
over sleeve slot, and tighten adjustment sleeve clamp bolts to
specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS table. Remove steering wheel
clamp. See Fig. 11.
Fig. 10: Adjusting Front Wheel Toe With Tie Rod (Except Ram
Van/Wagon & 4WD Models)
Courtesy of Chrysler Corp.

Fig. 11: Adjusting Front Wheel Toe With Adjustment Sleeve (Ram
Van/Wagon & 4WD Models)
Courtesy of Chrysler Corp.
REAR WHEEL CAMBER & TOE ADJUSTMENT
NOTE: Rear wheel alignment is set at the factory. No adjustments
procedures are provided by the manufacturer.
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
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Application Ft. Lbs. (N.m)\
Axle Bracket Eccentric Cam Nut
Ram Pickup .............................................. 95 (130)\
Pivot Bar-To-Frame Bolts
Dakota, Durango & Ram Pickup ........................... 155 (210)\
Ram Van/Wagon .......................................... 220 (298)\
Strut-To-Knuckle Nuts
Caravan, Town & Country, & Voyager ................... ( 1) 65 (88)
Tie Rod Adjustment Sleeve Bolts
Ram Pickup ................................................... ( 2)
Ram/Van Wagon
Standard Duty ........................................... 17 (23)\
Heavy Duty .............................................. 26 (35)\
Tie Rod Lock Nut(s)

bolster. Remove CTM from bracket on inboard side of instrument panel
steering column opening. Disconnect harness connectors. To install,
reverse removal procedure.
INTERMITTENT WIPER RELAY
Removal & Installation
Intermittent wiper relay is located in Power Distribution
Center (PDC) in engine compartment. Remove cover and remove relay. To
install, reverse removal procedures
WIPER ARMS
Removal & Installation
Open hood. Lift wiper and slide latch to hold wiper off of
windshield. With a rocking motion, remove wiper arm. To install,
ensure wiper motor is in park position. Slide wiper arm on shaft.
Align wiper arms. See WIPER BLADES under ADJUSTMENTS.
WIPER MOTOR
NOTE: Wiper linkage and motor module is replaced as a unit.
Removal & Installation
1) Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove wiper arms. See
WIPER ARMS. Remove weatherstrip along front edge of cowl. Release
plastic anchor screws. Lift cowl grille from vehicle. Remove washer
hose from "Y" fitting. Set grille aside.
2) Remove wiper linkage mounting bolts. Turn linkage over and
disconnect harness connector from wiper motor. Remove wiper linkage
and motor module. To install, reverse removal procedure. Align wiper
arms. See WIPER BLADES under ADJUSTMENTS.
WIPER/WASHER SWITCH
NOTE: Wiper/washer switch is part of multifunction steering column
switch. If wiper/washer switch fails, entire multifunction
switch must be replaced.
Removal & Installation
1) Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove tilt lever (if
equipped). Remove steering column upper and lower covers to access
switch connector. Remove switch connector. Remove multifunction switch
tamperproof screws.
2) Gently pull switch away from column and loosen connector
screw (screw remains in connector). Remove switch. To install, reverse\
removal procedure. Tighten screws and nuts to specification. See
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS. Ensure switch is functioning properly.
WASHER RESERVOIR
Removal & Installation
Disconnect negative battery cable. Drain cooling system.
Disconnect upper radiator hose from radiator. Disconnect harness
connectors from washer pump and washer fluid level sensor. Remove
washer supply hose from washer pump and drain washer fluid. While
pulling reservoir away from fan shroud, lift reservoir upward to
disengage mounting tabs from fan shroud. Remove washer reservoir. To
install, reverse removal procedure.
WASHER MOTOR
Removal & Installation

Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove hose from washer
pump. Drain fluid from reservoir. Disconnect harness connectors from
washer pump. Pry pump away from reservoir, being careful not to
puncture reservoir. Remove and discard grommet. To install, reverse
removal procedure. Use a NEW rubber grommet.
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS








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Application INCH Lbs. (N.m)\
Central Timer Module Screws ............................... 15 (1.6)\
Multifunction Switch Mounting Screws ........................ 17 (2)\
Wiper Motor Mounting Screws ................................. 72 (8)\
Wiper/Washer Switch Screws .................................. 17 (2)\









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