1999 DODGE RAM instrument panel

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

PCM INACTIVE ON BUS, go to appropriate VEHICLE COMMUNICATIONS article.
If scan tool does not display PCM INACTIVE ON BUS, go to next step.
4) Turn ignition off. Remove instrument cluster. See
appropriate INSTRUMENT PANELS article. Turn ignition on. Using
external voltmeter, measure voltage between ground and instrument
cluster connector C1 terminal No. 6 (Yellow wire). If voltage is 10
volts or less, repair open Yellow wire. If voltage is more than 10
volts, replace instrument cluster.
ANY CCD CLUSTER LIGHT INOPERATIVE
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
PCM INACTIVE ON BUS, go to appropriate VEHICLE COMMUNICATIONS article.
If scan tool does not display PCM INACTIVE ON BUS, go to next step.
4) Push and hold RESET button while cycling ignition key.
Release RESET button when CHEC appears in odometer display. Observe
inoperative light during self-test. If inoperative light did not
illuminate during self-test, go to next step. If inoperative light
illuminated during self-test, verify if light is controlled by an
input to instrument cluster. See appropriate wiring diagram in BODY
CONTROL COMPUTER - INTRODUCTION article. If light is controlled by an
input to instrument cluster, go to appropriate circuits article or
symptom test. See IDENTIFYING VEHICLE EQUIPMENT & SYSTEM PROBLEMS. If
light is not controlled by an input to instrument cluster, system is
currently functioning correctly.
5) Gain access to instrument cluster. See appropriate
INSTRUMENT PANELS article. If defective light is a LED, replace
instrument cluster. If defective light is a bulb, go to next step.
6) Remove and inspect defective bulb. If bulb is burned out,
replace bulb. If bulb is not burned out, replace instrument cluster.
ANY HARD WIRED CLUSTER WARNING LIGHT INOPERATIVE
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) Remove instrument cluster. See appropriate INSTRUMENT
PANELS article. Remove inoperative bulb. If bulb is burned out,
replace bulb. If bulb is not burned out, go to next step.
2) Inspect wiring diagram and evaluate which instrument
cluster provides; power or ground for inoperative bulb. See
appropriate wiring diagram in BODY CONTROL COMPUTER - INTRODUCTION
article. Using external ohmmeter or voltmeter, check appropriate power
or ground circuit. If circuit is okay, replace instrument cluster. If
power or ground is not available at appropriate circuit, repair open

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

VEHICLE THEFT/SECURITY SYSTEM
DOOR DISARM SWITCH FAILURE
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, read VTSS inputs/outputs information. If
scan tool displays door disarm switch state OPEN, system is currently
functioning properly. If scan tool does not display door disarm switch
state OPEN, go to next step.
2) Disconnect left door disarm switch. If scan tool displays
door disarm switch state OPEN, replace left door disarm switch. If
scan tool does not display door disarm switch state OPEN, go to next
step.
3) Disconnect right door disarm switch. If scan tool displays
door disarm switch state OPEN, replace left door disarm switch. If
scan tool does not display door disarm switch state OPEN, go to next
step.
4) Access Central Timer Module (CTM). CTM is located under
left side of instrument panel. Disconnect CTM 18-pin connector C2.
Using an external ohmmeter, measure resistance between ground and CTM
18-pin connector C2 terminal No. 10 (Light Green/Orange wire). If
resistance is less than 1000 ohms, repair short to ground in Light
Green/Orange wire. If resistance is 1000 ohms or more, replace CTM.
DOOR LOCK SWITCH FAILURE
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 RELEASED, system is currently
functioning properly. If scan tool does not display RELEASED, go to
next step.
2) Disconnect left door lock switch connector. If scan tool
displays RELEASED, replace left door lock switch. If scan tool does
not display RELEASED, go to next step.
3) Disconnect right door lock switch connector. If scan tool
displays RELEASED, replace right door lock switch. If scan tool does
not display RELEASED, go to next step.
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 between CTM and door lock switch. If voltage is 1.5 volts or
less, replace CTM.
DOOR UNLOCK SWITCH FAILURE
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 RELEASED, system is currently
functioning properly. If scan tool does not display RELEASED, go to
next step.
2) Disconnect left door lock switch connector. If scan tool
displays RELEASED, replace left door lock switch. If scan tool does
not display RELEASED, go to next step.
3) Disconnect right door lock switch connector. If scan tool
displays RELEASED, replace right door lock switch. If scan tool does
not display RELEASED, go to next step.
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 between CTM and door lock switch. If voltage is 1.5 volts
or less, replace CTM.
IDENTIFYING VTSS PROBLEMS
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 BODY SYSTEM then VTSS and read
Central Timer Module (CTM) DTCs. If any VTSS DTCs are displayed,
perform appropriate procedure. See VTSS DTC table. If no VTSS DTCs are
displayed, go to next step.
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DTC Message Perform
DOOR DISARM SWITCH FAILURE .............. DOOR DISARM SWITCH FAILURE
DOOR LOCK SWITCH FAILURE .................. DOOR LOCK SWITCH FAILURE
DOOR UNLOCK SWITCH FAILURE .............. DOOR UNLOCK SWITCH FAILURE
EEPROM CHECKSUM FAILURE ................................ Replace CTM
INTERNAL ROM TEST FAILURE .............................. Replace CTM









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2) Select VTSS then MONITORS. If scan tool displays, OK TO
RUN, NOT OK TO ARM, PCM has not recorded more than 20 starts. Start
engine 20 times and retest. If message does not change to OK TO ARM,
replace PCM. If scan tool displays NO RESPONSE TO PCM, see appropriate
VEHICLE COMMUNICATIONS article. If scan tool does not display OK TO
RUN, NOT OK TO ARM or NO RESPONSE TO PCM, go to next step.
3) Using scan tool, actuate horn, headlights and VTSS light
to flash. If horn does not sound, go to next step. If headlights do
not flash, go to step 6). If VTSS light does not flash, go to step 9).\
If all function properly, go to step 12).
4) Press horn button. If horn does not sound, go to
appropriate STEERING COLUMN SWITCHES article. If horn sounds, go to
next step.
5) Locate Central Timer Module (CTM). CTM is located behind

disarm switch state CLOSED, replace CTM.
23) Turn ignition switch to START position. If horn does not
sound, go to next step. If horn sounds, go to step 24).
24) Locate Central Timer Module (CTM). CTM is located behind\
right kick panel. Disconnect CTM 14-pin connector C1. Using an
external voltmeter, measure voltage between ground and CTM 14-pin
connector C1 terminal No. 8 (Dark Blue/White wire). If voltage is more\
than 10 volts, replace CTM. If voltage is 10 volts or less, repair
open Dark Blue/White wire between CTM and RUN-ACC fuse in junction
block.
WINDSHIELD WIPER SYSTEM
WIPER PARK SWITCH FAILURE
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.
NOTE: It takes 8 seconds for wiper park switch failure DTC to set.
1) Using scan tool, clear DTCs. See appropriate SELF-
DIAGNOSTICS article. Operate wipers in low speed, then intermittent
mode. Reread DTCs. If WIPER PARK SWITCH FAILURE is displayed, go to
next step. If WIPER PARK SWITCH FAILURE is not displayed, system is
currently functioning properly.
2) Gain access to wiper motor connector. Using an external
voltmeter, measure voltage between ground and wiper motor terminal No.
2 (Dark Green wire). If voltage is more than 9 volts, go to next step.\
If voltage is 9 volts or less, replace wiper motor.
3) Locate Central Timer Module (CTM). CTM is located under
left side of instrument panel. Using an external voltmeter, measure
voltage between ground and backprobe of CTM 14-pin Green connector C1
terminal No. 11 (Dark Green wire). If voltage is 9 volts or less,
replace CTM. If voltage is more than 9 volts, repair short to voltage
in Dark Green wire between CTM and wiper relay or wiper motor.
INTERMITTENT WIPERS INOPERATIVE
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 CENTRAL TIMER MODULE. If scan tool
displays NO RESPONSE, go to appropriate VEHICLE COMMUNICATIONS
article. If scan tool displays any CCD bus failure message, go to
SYMPTOM IDENTIFICATION. If scan tool does not display NO RESPONSE or
any CCD bus failure message, go to next step.
2) If problem is wipers parking in wrong position, go to next
step. If problem is not wipers parking in wrong position, go to step
5).
3) Gain access to wiper motor connector. Turn wipers on to
low speed. Using an external voltmeter, measure voltage between ground
and wiper motor switch terminal No. 2 (Dark Green wire). If voltage
does not cycle between zero and 12 volts, replace wiper motor. If
voltage cycles between zero and 12 volts, go to next step.

4) Locate Central Timer Module (CTM). CTM is located under
left side of instrument panel. Using an external voltmeter, measure
voltage between ground and backprobe of CTM 14-pin Green connector C1
terminal No. 11 (Dark Green wire). Wipers should be operating at low
speed. If voltage does not cycle between zero and 12 volts, repair
open Dark Green wire between CTM and wiper relay or wiper motor. If
voltage cycles between zero and 10 volts, replace CTM.
5) Using scan tool, monitor intermittent wiper voltage level.
Rotate wiper switch from low intermittent to high intermittent level.
If voltage changes from approximately 2.5 to 12 volts, replace CTM. If
voltage does not change from approximately 2.5 to 12 volts, go to next
step.
6) Disconnect 24-pin multifunction switch connector. Using an
external ohmmeter, measure resistance of White/Dark Blue wire between
multifunction switch connector terminal No. 1 and CTM 14-pin Green
connector C1 terminal No. 12. if resistance is less than 5 ohms,
replace multifunction switch. If resistance is 5 ohms or more, repair
open White/Dark Blue wire between multifunction switch and CTM.
NO WIPER ACTUATION AFTER WASH BUTTON PUSHED
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 Central Timer Module (CTM). If sca\
n
tool displays NO RESPONSE, go to appropriate VEHICLE COMMUNICATIONS
article. If scan tool displays any CCD bus failure message, go to
SYMPTOM IDENTIFICATION. If scan tool does not display NO RESPONSE or
any CCD bus failure message, go to next step.
2) Turn ignition on. If washer system works, go to next step.
If washer system does not work, see appropriate WIPER/WASHER SYSTEMS
article.
3) Using scan tool, actuate washer. If washer pump sense
displays ON, replace CTM. If washer pump sense does not display ON,
repair open Brown wire between CTM 14-pin connector C1 terminal No. 10
and multifunction switch.
WIPER SPEED SENSITIVE FEATURE INOPERATIVE
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 Central timer module (CTM). If sca\
n
tool display is not blank or have a CCD bus failure message, go to
next step. If scan tool display is blank or has a CCD bus failure
message, see appropriate VEHICLE COMMUNICATIONS article.
2) Using scan tool, select Powertrain Control Module (PCM).
If scan tool display is not blank or have a CCD bus failure message,
go to next step. If scan tool display is blank or has a CCD bus
failure message, see appropriate VEHICLE COMMUNICATIONS article.
3) Raise and support vehicle. Turn wipers on to lowest
intermittent position. Time interval between wipes. Spin rear wheels
to more than 15 MPH. If interval between wipes decreased to
approximately 18 seconds, system is currently functioning properly. If
interval between wipes did not decrease to approximately 18 seconds,