2006 DODGE RAM SRT-10 steering

IGNITION SWITCH - SRT10
REMOVAL - SRT10
The ignition switch (1) attaches to the lock cylinder
housing (2) on the end opposite the lock cylinder. For
ignition switch terminal and circuit identification, refer
to the Wiring Diagrams sections.
1. Disconnect negative cable from battery.
2. Place key cylinder in RUN position. Through the
hole in the lower shroud (2), depress lock cylinder
retaining tab and remove key cylinder.
3. Remove upper and lower shrouds (3) from steering
column.
4. Disconnect electrical connectors from ignition
switch (1).

5. Remove the 2 screws on the top of the multi-func-
tion switch and relocate.
6. Remove ignition switch mounting screw with a #10
To r x
bit.
7. Pull ignition switch from steering column.

KEY-IN IGNITION SWITCH
DESCRIPTION
The key-in ignition switch is integral to the ignition switch, which is mounted on the left side of the steering column.
ItclosesapathtogroundfortheCentralTimerModule(CTM)whentheignition key is inserted in the ignition key
cylinder and the driver door ajar switch is closed (driver door is open). The key-in ignition switch opens the ground
path when the key is removed from the ignition key cylinder. The ground pathis also opened when the driver door
ajar switch is open (driver door is closed).
The key-in ignition switch cannot be repaired and, if faulty or damaged, the entire ignition switch must be replaced,
(Refer to 19 - STEERING/COLUMN/IGNITION SWITCH - REMOVAL).
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
IGNITION SWITCH AND KEY LOCK CYLINDER
ELECTRICAL DIAGNOSIS
For ignition switch electrical schematics, refer to Ignition Switch in the appropriate section of Electrical Wiring Dia-
grams.
MECHANICAL DIAGNOSIS (KEY DIFFICULT TO ROTATE)
(Refer to 19 - STEERING/COLUMN/IGNITION SWITCH - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING).

KEY CYLINDER
REMOVAL
The ignition key must be in the key cylinder (1) for cyl-
inder removal.
1. Disconnect negative cable from battery.
2. Remove upper and lower covers (shrouds) from
steering column.
3. Place shifter in PARK position.
4. A retaining pin is located at the underside of the
key cylinder assembly.
a. Rotate key to RUN position.
b. Press in on retaining pin while pulling key cyl-
inder (1) from ignition switch.
INSTALLATION
The ignition key must be in the key cylinder (3) for cyl-
inder installation.
1. Install the key cylinder into the housing using care
to align the end of the key cylinder (3) with the igni-
tion switch (1).
2. Push the key cylinder (3) in until it clicks.
3. Replace the upper and lower shrouds.
4. Reconnect the battery.

STEERING WHEEL
REMOVAL
1. Disable and remove the driver’s side airbag. (Refer
to 8 - ELECTRICAL/RESTRAINTS/DRIVER AIR-
BAG - REMOVAL).
2. Partially remove the steering wheel bolt and leave
theboltinthecolumn.
3. Install puller CJ98-1 (2) or equivalent using the top
ofthebolttopushon.
4. Remove and discard the steering wheel bolt.
5. Remove the steering wheel (1).
INSTALLATION
NOTE: Do not reuse the old steering wheel bolt (a new bolt must be used)
1. Install steering wheel to the column
NOTE: Be certain that the steering wheel mounting bolt is tightened to the proper torque specification to
ensure proper clockspring operation.
2. Install the new steering wheel bolt. Tighten the bolt to 61 Nꞏm (45 ft. lbs.).
3. Install the driver’s side air bag. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/RESTRAINTS/DRIVER AIRBAG - INSTALLATION).

TILT LEVER KNOB RELEASE
REMOVAL
1. Remove the screw (1) securing the tilt lever knob
(2).
2. Remove the steering column opening cover (Refer to 23 - BODY/INSTRUMENTPANEL/STEERING COLUMN
OPENING COVER - REMOVAL).
3. Remove the lower shroud.
NOTE: Use special care not to pry on the clockspring electrical connector whenremovingorinstallingthe
mounting screw located next to the clockspring.
4. Remove the two mounting screws (1) from the tilt
lever knob release bracket (3).

2. Install the tilt lever release knob bracket (3) to the
column and install the two new mounting screws
(1). Tighten the two screws to 4.5 Nꞏm (40 in. lbs.).
3. Install the lower shroud.
4. Install the steering column opening cover (Refer to
23 - BODY/INSTRUMENT PANEL/STEERING
COLUMN OPENING COVER - INSTALLATION).
5. Install the tilt lever knob (2) and screw (1). Tighten
thescrewto4.5Nꞏm(40in.lbs.).

GEAR SHIFT LEVER
REMOVAL
1. Remove the kneeblocker (2) and steering column
opening reinforcement (1). (Refer to 23 - BODY/IN-
STRUMENT PANEL/KNEE BLOCKER -
REMOVAL).
2. Remove the upper and lower column shrouds
(1&2).
3. Loosen the column bolts and lower the column
enough to allow clearance for the gear shift lever
removal.
4. Disconnect the overdrive switch harness (3) (if
equipped).
5. Disconnect the shift cable (2) from the shift lever.
6. Remove the gear shift lever mounting screws (1).