1999 DODGE RAM sensor

circuit.
ONE GAUGE NOT OPERATING PROPERLY
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) Push and hold RESET button while cycling ignition key; ON-
OFF-ON. Instrument cluster self-test will start. If inoperative gauge
reached proper calibration point, go to next step. If inoperative
gauge did not reach proper calibration point, replace instrument
cluster.
2) Stop instrument cluster self-test. If problem is with
speedometer, go to next step. If problem is with oil pressure gauge,
go to step 5). If problem is with temperature gauge, go to step 14).
If problem is with fuel level gauge, go to appropriate SELF-
DIAGNOSTICS article in ENGINE PERFORMANCE section and review
powertrain symptoms. If problem is with volt gauge, go to step 16). If
problem is with tachometer, go to step 18).
3) Using scan tool, select BODY, SYSTEMS TESTS then PCM
MONITOR. If scan tool displays PCM ACTIVE ON BUS, go to next step. If
scan tool does not display PCM ACTIVE ON BUS, go to appropriate
VEHICLE COMMUNICATIONS article.
4) Raise and support all wheels. Start engine and place gear
selector in drive. Using scan tool, select MIC, MONITORS then CCD BUS
ENGINE INFO. Read VSS. If vehicle speed on scan tool matches
speedometer, see appropriate ANTI-LOCK BRAKE article. If vehicle speed
on scan tool does not match speedometer, replace instrument cluster
circuit board.
5) Turn ignition on. If CHECK GAUGES light illuminated, go to
next step. If CHECK GAUGES light did not illuminate, go to step 11).
6) Turn ignition off. Inspect oil level. If oil level is
within specification, go to next step. If oil level is not within
specification, adjust oil level and retest.
7) Turn ignition on. Disconnect engine Oil Pressure Switch
(OPS) connector. OPS is located near bottom of distributor. If CHECK
GAUGES light went out, go to next step. If CHECK GAUGES light did not
go out, go to step 10).
8) Remove OPS. Connect mechanical oil pressure gauge to OPS
port. Start engine. If engine oil pressure at idle is 4 psi or more,
go to next step. If engine oil pressure at idle is less than 4 psi,
repair mechanical engine problem.
9) Run engine to reach normal operating temperature. If
engine oil pressure at idle is 4 psi or more, replace OPS. If engine
oil pressure at idle is less than 4 psi, repair mechanical engine
problem.
10) Turn ignition off. Disconnect PCM White connector C2. PCM
is located in engine compartment on right inner fender. Using an
external ohmmeter, measure resistance between ground and PCM Black
connector terminal No. 23 (Gray/Orange wire). If resistance is less
than 5 ohms, repair short to ground in Gray/Orange wire. If resistance
is 5 ohms or more, replace PCM.
11) Disconnect engine Oil Pressure Switch (OPS) connector.
OPS is located near bottom of distributor. Using an external ohmmeter,
measure resistance between ground and OPS connector Black/Light Blue
wire. If resistance is less than 5 ohms, go to next step. If
resistance is 5 ohms or more, repair open Black/Light Blue wire.
Black/Light Blue wire is a common sensor ground. If no other engine
sensors are failed, repair ground between sensor and splice. If

multiple engine sensors have failed, repair ground between splice and
PCM.
12) Connect jumper wire between OPS connector terminals. If
oil pressure warning indicator illuminates, replace OPS. If oil
pressure warning indicator does not illuminate, go to next step.
13) Do not remove jumper wire. Disconnect PCM Black connector
C2. PCM is located in engine compartment on right inner fender. Using
an external ohmmeter, measure resistance between ground and PCM White
connector C2 terminal No. 23 (Gray/Orange wire). If resistance is less\
than 5 ohms, replace PCM. If resistance is 5 ohms or more, repair open
Gray/Orange wire.
14) Check cooling system operation. If cooling system is
operating properly, go to next step. If cooling system is not
operating properly, repair engine cooling problem.
15) Using scan tool, select PCM MONITOR under SYSTEM TESTS.
If scan tool displays PCM ACTIVE ON BUS, system is currently
functioning properly. If scan tool does not display PCM ACTIVE ON BUS,
go to appropriate VEHICLE COMMUNICATIONS article.
16) Using scan tool, select MODULE ENGINE CONTROLLER. Read
PCM DTCs. If scan tool displays any charging system related DTCs, go
to appropriate SELF-DIAGNOSTICS article in ENGINE PERFORMANCE section
and repair DTC as necessary. If scan tool does not display any
charging system related DTCs, go to next step.
17) Check charging system operation. If charging system is
operating properly, replace instrument cluster. If charging system is
not operating properly, repair engine charging problem.
18) Using scan tool, select BODY COMPUTER MONITORS. Read CCD
BUS ENGINE INFO. If scan tool displays engine RPM, replace instrument
cluster. If scan tool does not display engine RPM, replace PCM.
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)
NOTE: If any listed symptoms exist, Compass Mini-Trip computer
(CMTC) is defective. Replace CMTC. Perform VERIFICATION TEST
VER- 1A after each repair.
CMTC SHOWS FAILED
NOTE: For connector terminal identification and wiring diagrams,
see BODY CONTROL COMPUTER - INTRODUCTION article. Perform
VERIFICATION TEST VER-1A after each repair.
Using scan tool, perform AUTO SELF TEST. If CMTC shows
failed, replace CMTC. If CMTC does not show failed, system is
currently functioning properly.
CMTC SEGMENTS FAIL TO LIGHT UP
NOTE: For connector terminal identification and wiring diagrams,
see BODY CONTROL COMPUTER - INTRODUCTION article. Perform
VERIFICATION TEST VER-1A after each repair.
Using scan tool, perform AUTO SELF TEST. If CMTC segments
fail to illuminate, replace CMTC. If CMTC segments all illuminate
properly, system is currently functioning properly.
INCORRECT READING BEYOND +/- 5

NOTE: For connector terminal identification and wiring diagrams,
see BODY CONTROL COMPUTER - INTRODUCTION article. Perform
VERIFICATION TEST VER-1A after each repair.
If temperature reading is off by more than 5
F, ambient
temperature sensor is defective. Replace ambient temperature sensor.
Ambient temperature sensor is located on left radiator saddle.
REPAIRING "OC" IN CMTC DISPLAY
NOTE: For connector terminal identification and wiring diagrams,
see BODY CONTROL COMPUTER - INTRODUCTION article. Drive
vehicle at least 3 miles (greater than 25 MPH) to update CMTC\
and perform VERIFICATION TEST VER-1A after each repair.
CAUTION: Always turn ignition switch to OFF position prior to
disconnecting any module connector.
1) Disconnect ambient temperature sensor connector. Sensor is
located on left radiator saddle. Connect jumper wire between sensor
connector terminals. Turn ignition on. Observe CMTC display. If CMTC
displays SC, replace ambient temperature sensor. If CMTC does not
display SC, go to next step.
2) Turn ignition off. Disconnect jumper wire. Disconnect CMTC
module connector. Connect a jumper wire between ground and ambient
temperature sensor harness connector Violet/Light Green wire. If CMTC
displays SC, repair open Black/Violet wire between ambient temperature
sensor harness connector and ground. If CMTC does not display SC, go
to next step.
3) Connect a backprobe jumper wire between ground and CMTC
harness connector terminal No. 3 (Violet/Light Green wire). If CMTC
displays SC, repair open Violet/Light Green wire between ambient
temperature sensor harness connector and CMTC connector. If CMTC does
not display SC, replace CMTC module.
REPAIRING "SC" IN CMTC DISPLAY
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) Turn ignition off. Disconnect CMTC connector. Using an
external ohmmeter, measure resistance between CMTC harness connector
terminal No. 3 (Violet/Light Green wire) and terminal No. 7
(Black/Light Green wire). If resistance is less than 5 ohms, repair
Violet/Light Green wire between CMTC module and ambient temperature
sensor for short to ground. If resistance is 5 ohms or more, go to
next step.
2) Measure resistance between CMTC harness connector terminal
No. 9 (Black/Light Blue wire) and terminal No. 3 (Violet/Light Green
wire). If resistance is less than 1000 ohms, repair Violet/Light Green
wire for short to Black/Light Blue wire. If resistance is 1000 ohms or
more, go to next step.
3) Disconnect ambient temperature sensor connector. Sensor is
located on left radiator saddle. Observe CMTC display. If CMTC
displays OC, replace ambient temperature sensor. If CMTC does not
display OC, replace CMTC module.


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GENERAL INFORMATION
Brake Systems - Motorist Assurance Program
Standards For Automotive Repair
All Makes & Models
CONTENTS
OVERVIEW OF MOTORIST ASSURANCE PROGRAM
OVERVIEW OF SERVICE REQUIREMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS
ACCELEROMETERS (G SENSOR OR LATERAL)
ACCUMULATORS
ANCHOR PINS
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEMS
BACKING PLATES
BRAKE FLUID
BRAKE FRICTION MATERIAL
BRAKE PADS
BRAKE PEDALS
BRAKE SHOES
BRAKE SHOE HARDWARE
BRAKE STOPLIGHT SWITCHES
BULB SOCKETS
BULBS AND LEDS
CALIPER HARDWARE
CALIPERS
CONTROLLERS
DIGITAL RATIO AXLE CONTROLLERS AND BUFFERS (DRAC AND DRAB)
DISABLE SWITCHES
DRUMS
ELECTRICAL PUMPS AND MOTORS
ELECTRONIC CONTROLLERS
FLUID
FLUID LEVEL SENSOR SWITCHES
FOUR WHEEL DRIVE SWITCHES
FRICTION MATERIAL
G SENSORS
HOSES
HYDRAULIC MODULATORS
HYDRO-BOOSTERS
HYDRO-ELECTRIC BOOSTERS (POWERMASTER)
IGNITION DISABLE SWITCHES
LATERAL ACCELERATION SWITCHES
LEDS
LENSES
MASTER CYLINDERS
MODULATORS
MOTORS
PARKING BRAKE SWITCHES
PARKING BRAKE SYSTEMS
PADS
PEDAL TRAVEL SWITCHES
PEDALS
POWERMASTER
PUMPS
PRESSURE DIFFERENTIAL SWITCHES
PRESSURE SWITCHES
RELAYS
ROTORS
SELF-ADJUSTING SYSTEMS

SHOE HARDWARE
SHOES
SOCKETS
SPEED SENSORS (ELECTRONIC WHEEL AND VEHICLE)
STEEL BRAKE LINES
STOPLIGHT SWITCHES
SWITCHES
TIRES
TOOTHED RINGS (TONE WHEEL)
VACUUM BOOSTERS
VACUUM HOSES
VALVES
WHEEL ATTACHING HARDWARE
WHEEL BEARINGS, RACES AND SEALS
WHEEL CYLINDERS
WIRING HARNESSES
INTRODUCTION TO MOTORIST ASSURANCE PROGRAM (MAP)
OVERVIEW OF MOTORIST ASSURANCE PROGRAM
The Motorist Assurance Program is the consumer outreach
effort of the Automotive Maintenance and Repair Association, Inc.
(AMRA). Participation in the Motorist Assurance Program is drawn from
retailers, suppliers, independent repair facilities, vehicle
manufacturers and industry associations.
Our organization's mission is to strengthen the relationship
between the consumer and the auto repair industry. We produce
materials that give motorists the information and encouragement to
take greater responsibility for their vehicles-through proper,
manufacturer-recommended, maintenance. We encourage participating
service and repair shops (including franchisees and dealers) to adopt:\
1) a Pledge of Assurance to their Customers and
2) the Motorist Assurance Program Standards of Service.
All participating service providers have agreed to subscribe
to this Pledge and to adhere to the promulgated Standards of Service
demonstrating to their customers that they are serious about customer
satisfaction.
These Standards of Service require that an inspection of the
vehicle's (problem) system be made and the results communicated to the\
customer according to industry standards. Given that the industry did
not have such standards, the Motorist Assurance Program successfully
promulgated industry inspection communication standards in 1994-95 for
the following systems: Exhaust, Brakes, ABS, Steering and Suspension,
Engine Maintenance and Performance, HVAC, and Electrical Systems.
Further, revisions to all of these inspection communication standards
are continually re-published. In addition to these, standards for
Drive Train and Transmissions have recently been promulgated.
Participating shops utilize these Uniform Inspection & Communication
Standards as part of the inspection process and for communicating
their findings to their customers.
The Motorist Assurance Program continues to work
cooperatively and proactively with government agencies and consumer
groups toward solutions that both benefit the customer and are
mutually acceptable to both regulators and industry. We maintain the
belief that industry must retain control over how we conduct our
business, and we must be viewed as part of the solution and not part
of the problem. Meetings with state and other government officials
(and their representatives), concerned with auto repair and/or
consumer protection, are conducted. Feedback from these sessions is
brought back to the association, and the program adjusted as needed.
To assure auto repair customers recourse if they were not

and make an informed decision about how to proceed.
BRAKES
SERVICE PROCEDURES REQUIRED & SUGGESTED FOR PROPER
VEHICLE OPERATION
Some states may have specifications that differ from OEM.
Check your local/state regulations. Where state or local laws are
stricter, they take precedence over these guidelines.
ACCELEROMETERS (G SENSOR OR LATERAL)
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Broken .................. A ............ Require replacement.
Connector loose ......... A .. Require repair or replacement.
Loose ................... B .. Require repair or replacement.
Missing ................. C ............ Require replacement.
Out of position ......... B ....... Require re-positioning to
vehicle manufacturer's
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Leaking ................. B ............ Require replacement.
Missing ................. C ............ Require replacement.
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ANCHOR PINS
See BACKING PLATES .
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEMS
NOTE: Anti-lock brakes are an integral part of the brake system. It
is essential that the anti-lock brakes function properly when
brake service is performed.
Anti-lock brake systems are commonly referred to as "ABS" and
will be referred to as "ABS" throughout these guidelines. Some ABS
components also function as part of a traction control system (TCS).
WARNING: When diagnosing and servicing high pressure components,
observe safety procedures and equipment requirements
established by the vehicle manufacturer to reduce the
possibility of serious personal injury.
NOTE: Intermittent electrical conditions are often caused by a loss
of ground, poor connection, or water intrusion into the
wiring harness.

hardware.
Attaching hardware threads
damaged ................ A ... Require repair or replacement
of hardware.
Attaching hardware threads
stripped (threads
missing) ............... A ... Require repair or replacement
of hardware.
Code set (if
applicable) ............ A .......... (1) Further inspection
required.
Connector broken ........ A .. Require repair or replacement.
Connector melted ........ A ........... ( 2) Require repair or
replacement.
Connector missing ....... A ................. Require repair.
Contaminated ............ A .. Require repair or replacement.
Inoperative ............. B .. Require repair or replacement.
( 3) Further inspection required.
Leaking ................. A .. Require repair or replacement.
Missing ................. C ............ Require replacement.
Terminal broken ......... A .. Require repair or replacement.
Terminal burned, affecting
performance ............ A ........... ( 2) Require repair or
replacement.
Terminal burned, not
affecting performance .. 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement.
Terminal corroded,
affecting performance .. A .. Require repair or replacement.
Terminal corroded, not
affecting performance .. 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement.
Terminal loose, affecting
performance ............ B .. Require repair or replacement.
Terminal loose, not
affecting performance .. 1 .. Suggest repair or replacement.
Threads damaged ......... A .. Require repair or replacement.
Threads stripped (threads
missing) ............... A ............ Require replacement.
Wire lead conductors
exposed ................ B .. Require repair or replacement.
Wire lead corroded ...... A .. Require repair or replacement.
Wire lead open .......... A .. Require repair or replacement.
Wire lead shorted ....... A .. Require repair or replacement.
( 1) - Refer to manufacturer's diagnostic trouble code procedure
and require repair or replacement of affected component(s).
( 2) - Determine cause and correct prior to repair or replacement
of part.
( 3) - Inoperative includes intermittent operation or out of OEM
specification. Some components may be serviceable. Check
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See BRAKE FLUID.
FLUID LEVEL SENSOR SWITCHES
See SWITCHES.
FOUR WHEEL DRIVE SWITCHES
See SWITCHES.

Wear indicator device
(mechanical) contacts
rotor .................. .. ......... (6) Further inspection
required.
Worn close to minimum
specifications ......... 1 ........ ( 7) Suggest replacement.
Worn to, or below minimum
specifications ......... B ............ Require replacement.
( 1) - Identify and repair cause of contamination prior to
replacing friction material.
( 2) - When reconditioning or replacing drums or rotors,
replacement of friction material may be suggested
depending on the severity of the grooves or ridges.
( 3) - Some vehicles use pads that are tapered by design. Refer
to specific vehicle application. If not normal, require
replacement of pads and correction of cause.
( 4) - Uneven pad thickness is normal on some vehicles. Refer to
specific vehicle applications.
( 5) - The pad wear indicator light may come on due to other
electrical problems.
( 6) - Explain to the customer that the purpose of the wear
indicator is to alert him or her to check for friction
wear. Wear indicators may be bent or broken. Therefore,
the friction material must be measured. The need for
friction material replacement is determined based upon
the conditions stated in this section. Periodic inspection
is suggested.
( 7) - When the part appears to be close to the end of its useful
life, replacement may be suggested.









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See ACCELEROMETERS .
HOSES
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Attaching hardware
broken ................. A ... Require repair or replacement
of hardware.
Attaching hardware
missing ................ C .......... Require replacement of
hardware.
Attaching hardware not
functioning ............. A ... Require repair or replacement
of hardware.
Blistered ............... B ............ Require replacement.
Fitting threads damaged . A .. Require repair or replacement.
Fitting threads stripped
(threads missing) ...... A ............ Require replacement.
Incorrectly secured ..... B ................. Require repair.
Inner fabric
(webbing) cut .......... B ............ Require replacement.
Leaking ................. A ............ Require replacement.
Missing ................. C ............ Require replacement.
Outer covering is cracked
to the extent that
inner fabric of hose