Automatic locks DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G User Guide

(5) Connect the battery negative cable. Turn the
ignition switch to the On position. Set the parking
brake. Place the transmission gear selector lever in
the Reverse position. Check for battery voltage at the
backup lamp switch output circuit cavity of the auto-
matic day/night mirror wire harness connector. If
OK, go to Step 6. If not OK, repair the open circuit
as required.
(6) Turn the ignition switch to the Off position.
Disconnect the battery negative cable. Plug in the
automatic day/night mirror wire harness connector.
Connect the battery negative cable. Turn the ignition
switch to the On position. Place the transmission
gear selector lever in the Neutral position. Place the
mirror switch in the On (the LED in the mirror
switch is lighted) position. Cover the forward facing
ambient photocell sensor to keep out any ambient
light.NOTE: The ambient photocell sensor must be cov-
ered completely, so that no light reaches the sen-
sor. Use a finger pressed tightly against the sensor,
or cover the sensor completely with electrical tape.
(7) Shine a light into the rearward facing head-
lamp photocell sensor. The mirror glass should
darken. If OK, go to Step 8. If not OK, replace the
faulty automatic day/night mirror unit.
(8) With the mirror glass darkened, place the
transmission gear selector lever in the Reverse posi-
tion. The mirror should return to its normal reflec-
tance. If not OK, replace the faulty automatic day/
night mirror unit.
REMOVAL
For removal procedures, (Refer to 23 - BODY/IN-
TERIOR/REAR VIEW MIRROR - REMOVAL).
POWER MIRROR SWITCH
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - POWER MIRROR
SWITCH
The power mirror switch is included with the
Driver Door Module. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
POWER LOCKS/DOOR MODULE - DIAGNOSIS
AND TESTING).
REMOVAL
The power mirror switch is included with the
Driver Door Module. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
POWER LOCKS/DOOR MODULE - REMOVAL).
SIDEVIEW MIRROR
REMOVAL
(Refer to 23 - BODY/EXTERIOR/SIDE VIEW MIR-
ROR - REMOVAL).
Fig. 2 Automatic Day/Night Mirror
1 - REAR FACING SENSOR
2 - CONNECTOR
3 - FORWARD FACING SENSOR
4 - SWITCH
8N - 12 POWER MIRRORSDR
AUTOMATIC DAY / NIGHT MIRROR (Continued)

RESTRAINTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
RESTRAINTS
DESCRIPTION..........................2
OPERATION............................4
WARNING
WARNINGS - RESTRAINT SYSTEM........5
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - SUPPLEMENTAL
RESTRAINT SYSTEM...................6
STANDARD PROCEDURE
STANDARD PROCEDURE - HANDLING
NON-DEPLOYED SUPPLEMENTAL
RESTRAINTS.........................6
STANDARD PROCEDURE - SERVICE
AFTER A SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT
DEPLOYMENT.........................7
STANDARD PROCEDURE - VERIFICATION
TEST................................9
ACM COVER
REMOVAL.............................10
INSTALLATION.........................10
AIRBAG CONTROL MODULE
DESCRIPTION.........................11
OPERATION...........................11
REMOVAL.............................12
INSTALLATION.........................13
AUTOMATIC LOCKING RETRACTOR
DESCRIPTION.........................14
OPERATION...........................14
CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHOR
DESCRIPTION.........................15
OPERATION...........................17
REMOVAL.............................17
INSTALLATION.........................18
CLOCKSPRING
DESCRIPTION.........................18
OPERATION...........................19
STANDARD PROCEDURE - CLOCKSPRING
CENTERING.........................19
REMOVAL.............................20
INSTALLATION.........................21
DRIVER AIRBAG
DESCRIPTION.........................23
OPERATION...........................23
REMOVAL.............................24
DISASSEMBLY.........................25
ASSEMBLY............................26
INSTALLATION.........................28
FRONT CENTER SEAT BELT & RETRACTOR
REMOVAL.............................29
INSTALLATION.........................29FRONT CENTER SEAT BELT
REMOVAL.............................30
INSTALLATION.........................31
FRONT OUTBOARD SEAT BELT &
RETRACTOR
REMOVAL
REMOVAL - STANDARD CAB............32
REMOVAL - QUAD CAB................33
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION - STANDARD CAB.........35
INSTALLATION - QUAD CAB.............36
FRONT OUTBOARD SEAT BELT BUCKLE
REMOVAL.............................37
INSTALLATION.........................38
PASSENGER AIRBAG
DESCRIPTION.........................39
OPERATION...........................40
REMOVAL.............................40
INSTALLATION.........................41
PASSENGER AIRBAG ON/OFF SWITCH
DESCRIPTION.........................42
OPERATION...........................43
REMOVAL.............................43
INSTALLATION.........................44
REAR CENTER SEAT BELT & RETRACTOR
REMOVAL.............................44
INSTALLATION.........................45
REAR OUTBOARD SEAT BELT & RETRACTOR
REMOVAL.............................46
INSTALLATION.........................47
REAR SEAT BELT BUCKLE
REMOVAL
REMOVAL - CENTER & LEFT OUTBOARD . . 48
REMOVAL - CENTER ANCHOR & RIGHT
OUTBOARD..........................49
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION - CENTER & LEFT
OUTBOARD..........................50
INSTALLATION - CENTER ANCHOR &
RIGHT OUTBOARD....................50
SEAT BELT SWITCH
DESCRIPTION.........................51
OPERATION...........................51
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - SEAT BELT
SWITCH............................51
SEAT BELT TENSIONER
DESCRIPTION.........................52
OPERATION...........................53
DRRESTRAINTS 8O - 1

receptacles that face the instrument panel, while the
inner end of the tape terminates at the pigtail wires
and connector receptacles on the hub of the clock-
spring rotor that face the steering wheel.
Service replacement clocksprings are shipped pre-
centered and with a molded plastic locking pin that
snaps into a receptacle on the rotor and is engaged
between two tabs on the upper surface of the rotor
case. The locking pin secures the centered clock-
spring rotor to the clockspring case during shipment
and handling, but must be removed from the clock-
spring after it is installed on the steering column.
(Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/RESTRAINTS/CLOCK-
SPRING - STANDARD PROCEDURE - CLOCK-
SPRING CENTERING).
The clockspring cannot be repaired. If the clock-
spring is faulty, damaged, or if the driver airbag has
been deployed, the clockspring must be replaced.
OPERATION
The clockspring is a mechanical electrical circuit
component that is used to provide continuous electri-
cal continuity between the fixed instrument panel
wire harness and the electrical components mounted
on or in the rotating steering wheel. On this model
the rotating electrical components include the driver
airbag, the horn switch, the speed control switches,
and the remote radio switches, if the vehicle is so
equipped. The clockspring case is positioned and
secured to the multi-function switch mounting hous-
ing near the top of the steering column. The connec-
tor receptacles on the tail of the fixed clockspring
case connect the clockspring to the vehicle electrical
system through two take outs with connectors from
the instrument panel wire harness.The clockspring rotor is movable and is keyed by
an engagement dowel that is molded onto the rotor
hub between two fins that are cast into the lower
surface of the steering wheel armature. A yellow rub-
ber boot is installed over the engagement dowel to
eliminate contact noise between the dowel and the
steering wheel. The two lobes on the turn signal can-
cel cam on the lower surface of the clockspring rotor
hub contact a turn signal cancel actuator of the
multi-function switch to provide automatic turn sig-
nal cancellation.
Two short, yellow-sleeved pigtail wires on the
upper surface of the clockspring rotor connect the
clockspring to the driver airbag, while a steering
wheel wire harness connects the two connector recep-
tacles on the upper surface of the clockspring rotor to
the horn switch feed pigtail wire connector and, if
the vehicle is so equipped, to the optional speed con-
trol and remote radio switches on the steering wheel.
Like the clockspring in a timepiece, the clockspring
tape has travel limits and can be damaged by being
wound too tightly during full stop-to-stop steering
wheel rotation. To prevent this from occurring, the
clockspring is centered when it is installed on the
steering column. Centering the clockspring indexes
the clockspring tape to the movable steering compo-
nents so that the tape can operate within its
designed travel limits. However, if the clockspring is
removed from the steering column or if the steering
shaft is disconnected from the steering gear, the
clockspring spool can change position relative to the
movable steering components. The clockspring must
be re-centered following completion of this service or
the tape may be damaged.
Service replacement clocksprings are shipped pre-
centered and with a plastic locking pin installed.
This locking pin should not be removed until the
clockspring has been installed on the steering col-
umn. If the locking pin is removed before the clock-
spring is installed on a steering column, the
clockspring centering procedure must be performed.
(Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/RESTRAINTS/CLOCK-
SPRING - STANDARD PROCEDURE - CLOCK-
SPRING CENTERING).
STANDARD PROCEDURE - CLOCKSPRING
CENTERING
The clockspring is designed to wind and unwind
when the steering wheel is rotated, but is only
designed to rotate the same number of turns (about
five complete rotations) as the steering wheel can be
turned from stop to stop. Centering the clockspring
indexes the clockspring tape to other steering compo-
nents so that it can operate within its designed
travel limits. The rotor of a centered clockspring can
be rotated two and one-half turns in either direction
Fig. 18 Turn Signal Cancel Cam
1 - LOCKING PIN
2 - CLOCKSPRING CASE
3 - CANCEL CAM
4 - LOWER CONNECTOR RECEPTACLE (2)
DRRESTRAINTS 8O - 19
CLOCKSPRING (Continued)

WARNING: TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY OR
DEATH, ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIRBAGS,
DISABLE THE SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYS-
TEM BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING
WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, AIRBAG, SEAT BELT
TENSIONER, IMPACT SENSOR, OR INSTRUMENT
PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE.
DISCONNECT AND ISOLATE THE BATTERY NEGA-
TIVE (GROUND) CABLE, THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES
FOR THE SYSTEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE
BEFORE PERFORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR
SERVICE. THIS IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DIS-
ABLE THE SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM.
FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS
COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOY-
MENT.
NOTE: Before starting this procedure, be certain
that the front wheels are still in the straight-ahead
position.
(1) While holding the centered clockspring rotor
and case stationary in relation to each other, care-
fully slide the clockspring down over the steering col-
umn upper shaft.
(2) Align and seat the hole in the locating tab at
the eleven o'clock position on the clockspring case
over the locating pin on the multi-function switch
mounting housing (Fig. 20).
(3) Install and tighten the two screws that secure
the clockspring to the multi-function switch mount-
ing housing. Tighten the screws to 2 N´m (20 in.
lbs.).
(4) Reconnect the two instrument panel wire har-
ness connectors for the clockspring to the two connec-
tor receptacles below the steering column on the back
of the clockspring housing.
(5) Position the lower shroud onto the steering col-
umn.
(6) From below the steering column, install and
tighten the one center screw that secures the lower
shroud to the steering column lock housing. Tighten
the screw to 2 N´m (20 in. lbs.).(7) Position the upper shroud onto the steering col-
umn. If the vehicle is equipped with an automatic
transmission, be certain to engage the gearshift lever
gap hider into the openings in the right side of the
upper and lower shrouds.
(8) Align the snap features on the upper shroud
with the receptacles on the lower shroud and apply
hand pressure to snap them together.
(9) From below the steering column, install and
tighten the two screws that secure the upper shroud
to the lower shroud. Tighten the screws to 2 N´m (20
in. lbs.).
(10) If the vehicle is equipped with the optional tilt
steering column, align the steering column tilt knob
with the tilt adjuster mechanism lever located on the
left side of the column just below the multi-function
switch control stalk and, using hand pressure, push
the knob firmly onto the lever.
(11) Reinstall the steering column opening cover
onto the instrument panel. (Refer to 23 - BODY/IN-
STRUMENT PANEL/STEERING COLUMN OPEN-
ING COVER - INSTALLATION).
(12) If a new clockspring has been installed,
remove the plastic locking pin that is securing the
clockspring rotor to the clockspring case to maintain
clockspring centering.
NOTE: When reinstalling the steering wheel, be cer-
tain to index the yellow rubber booted engagement
dowel on the upper surface of the clockspring rotor
between the two fins cast into the lower surface of
the steering wheel armature hub.
(13) Reinstall the steering wheel onto the steering
column. (Refer to 19 - STEERING/COLUMN/STEER-
ING WHEEL - INSTALLATION).
(14) Reconnect the steering wheel wire harness
connectors to the upper clockspring connector recep-
tacles. Be certain that the steering wheel wire har-
ness is routed between the steering wheel back trim
cover and the steering wheel armature.
(15) Reinstall the driver airbag onto the steering
wheel. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/RESTRAINTS/
DRIVER AIRBAG - INSTALLATION).
8O - 22 RESTRAINTSDR
CLOCKSPRING (Continued)

8W-02 COMPONENT INDEX
Component Page
A/C Compressor Clutch................. 8W-42
A/C Compressor Clutch Relay............ 8W-42
A/C Pressure Transducer................ 8W-42
A/C-Heater Control.................... 8W-42
Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor......... 8W-30
Adjustable Pedal Motor................. 8W-30
Adjustable Pedal Relay................. 8W-30
Adjustable Pedal Switch................ 8W-30
Airbag Control Module................. 8W-43
Airbag-Squibs........................ 8W-43
Airbag-Curtains....................... 8W-43
Airbag-Passenger On/Off Switch.......... 8W-43
Ambient Temperature Sensor............ 8W-49
Amplifier Audio....................... 8W-47
Ashtray Lamp........................ 8W-44
Auto Shut Down Relay................. 8W-30
Automatic Day/Night Mirror.......... 8W-49, 55
Auxiliary Battery..................... 8W-20
Backup Lamp Switch.................. 8W-51
Battery............................. 8W-20
Battery Temperature Sensor............. 8W-30
Blend Door Actuators.................. 8W-42
Blower Motor......................... 8W-42
Blower Motor Resistor Block............. 8W-42
Brake Fluid Level Switch............ 8W-34, 35
Brake Lamp Switch.................... 8W-33
Brake Transmission Shift Interlock
Solenoid........................... 8W-40
Camshaft Position Sensor............... 8W-30
Capacitor............................ 8W-30
Center High Mounted Stop Lamp-
Aftermarket........................ 8W-51
Center High Mounted Stop Lamp/Cargo
Lamp.......................... 8W-44, 51
Cigar Lighter Outlet................... 8W-41
Circuit Breaker....................... 8W-10
Clearance Lamps...................... 8W-50
Clockspring................. 8W-33, 41, 43, 47
Clutch Interlock Brake Switch........... 8W-21
Coil On Plugs........................ 8W-30
Compass/Mini-Trip Computer............ 8W-49
Condenser Fan....................... 8W-42
Condenser Fan Relay.................. 8W-42
Controller Antilock Brake............ 8W-34, 35
Crankshaft Position Sensor.............. 8W-30
Cylinder Lock Switch-Driver............. 8W-61
Data Link Connector................... 8W-18
Data Link Connector-Engine............. 8W-18
Dome Lamp....................... 8W-44, 49
Door Ajar Switches.................... 8W-40
Door Lock Motor/Ajar Switches........ 8W-40, 61
Door Lock Switch-Passenger............. 8W-61Component Page
Door Module................... 8W-60, 61, 62
EGR Solenoid........................ 8W-30
Electric Backlight..................... 8W-48
Electric Brake Provision................ 8W-54
Electronic Throttle Control Module........ 8W-30
Engine Control Module................. 8W-30
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor....... 8W-30
Engine Oil Pressure Switch.............. 8W-30
EVAP/Purge Solenoid.................. 8W-30
Evaporator Temperature Sensor.......... 8W-42
Fender Lamps........................ 8W-51
Fog Lamp Relay...................... 8W-50
Fog Lamps.......................... 8W-50
Front Control Module.................. 8W-10
Fuel Control Actuator.................. 8W-30
Fuel Heater.......................... 8W-30
Fuel Heater Relay..................... 8W-30
Fuel Injector Packs.................... 8W-30
Fuel Injectors........................ 8W-30
Fuel Pump Module.................... 8W-30
Fuel Pump Motor..................... 8W-30
Fuel Pump Relay...................... 8W-30
Fuses............................ 8W-10, 33
Fusible Link......................... 8W-10
Generator........................... 8W-20
Glove Box Lamp And Switch............. 8W-44
Grounds............................ 8W-15
Hands Free Module.................... 8W-55
Headlamp Switch.................. 8W-40, 50
Headlamps.......................... 8W-50
Heated Mirror Relay................... 8W-62
Heated Seat Cushions.................. 8W-63
Horn Relay.......................... 8W-41
Horn Switch......................... 8W-41
Horn-High Note....................... 8W-41
Horn-Low Note....................... 8W-41
Idle Air Control Motor.................. 8W-30
Ignition Switch....................... 8W-10
Inlet Air Temperature Sensor............ 8W-30
Input Speed Sensor.................... 8W-31
Instrument Cluster.................... 8W-40
Intake Air Heater Relays............... 8W-30
Intake Air Temperature Sensor........... 8W-30
Intake Air Temperature/Manifold Absolute
Pressure Sensor..................... 8W-30
Integrated Power Module............... 8W-10
Knock Sensosr........................ 8W-30
License Lamps....................... 8W-51
Lift Pump Motor...................... 8W-30
Line Pressure Sensor................ 8W-30, 31
Lumbar Motors....................... 8W-63
Lumbar Switch....................... 8W-63
DR8W-02 COMPONENT INDEX 8W - 02 - 1

8W-15 GROUND DISTRIBUTION
Component Page
A/C Compressor Clutch................ 8W-15-5, 8
A/C-Heater Control.................. 8W-15-9, 12
Adjustable Pedal Switch................ 8W-15-12
Airbag Control Module................. 8W-15-15
Amplifier Audio...................... 8W-15-11
Ashtray Lamp....................... 8W-15-11
Automatic Day/Night Mirror.............. 8W-15-9
Auxiliary Battery...................... 8W-15-7
Battery............................. 8W-15-7
Brake Lamp Switch.................... 8W-15-9
Brake Transmission Shift Interlock Solenoid . . 8W-15-14
Center High Mounted Stop Lamp/Cargo Lamp . 8W-15-14
Cigar Lighter Outlet................... 8W-15-12
Clearance Lamp No. 1.................. 8W-15-13
Clearance Lamp No. 2.................. 8W-15-13
Clearance Lamp No. 3.................. 8W-15-13
Clearance Lamp No. 4.................. 8W-15-13
Clearance Lamp No. 5.................. 8W-15-13
Clockspring......................... 8W-15-10
Clutch Interlock Brake Switch............. 8W-15-3
Compass/Mini-Trip Computer.............. 8W-15-9
Condenser Fan........................ 8W-15-4
Cylinder Lock Switch-Driver............. 8W-15-17
Data Link Connector.................... 8W-15-9
Data Link Connector-Engine.............. 8W-15-8
Dome Lamp......................... 8W-15-14
Door Ajar Switch-Driver................ 8W-15-17
Door Ajar Switch-Left Rear.............. 8W-15-16
Door Ajar Switch-Passenger.............. 8W-15-17
Door Ajar Switch-Right Rear............. 8W-15-16
Door Lock Motor/Ajar Switch-Driver........ 8W-15-17
Door Lock Motor/Ajar Switch-Left Rear...... 8W-15-16
Door Lock Motor/Ajar Switch-Passenger..... 8W-15-17
Door Lock Motor/Ajar Switch-Right Rear..... 8W-15-16
Door Lock Switch-Passenger.............. 8W-15-17
Driver Door Module................... 8W-15-18
EGR Solenoid......................... 8W-15-5
Electric Brake Provision................. 8W-15-4
Engine Control Module.................. 8W-15-8
Fender Lamp-Front Left................. 8W-15-2
Fender Lamp-Front Right................ 8W-15-2
Fender Lamp-Rear Left.................. 8W-15-2
Fender Lamp-Rear Right................. 8W-15-2
Fog Lamp-Left........................ 8W-15-3
Fog Lamp-Right....................... 8W-15-3
Fuel Heater.......................... 8W-15-8
Fuel Pump Module..................... 8W-15-4
G100............................... 8W-15-7
G101............................... 8W-15-7
G102............................... 8W-15-7
G104.......................... 8W-15-3, 4, 15
G105............................... 8W-15-7
G107............................. 8W-15-5, 6
G108............................... 8W-15-7
G109............................... 8W-15-7
G114............................... 8W-15-8
G120............................... 8W-15-8
G201............................ 8W-15-9, 10Component Page
G202......................... 8W-15-11, 12, 14
G204.............................. 8W-15-15
G301.............................. 8W-15-16
G302.............................. 8W-15-18
Generator.......................... 8W-15-6, 8
Glove Box Lamp And Switch............. 8W-15-12
Hands Free Module.................... 8W-15-11
Headlamp Switch..................... 8W-15-14
Headlamp-Left........................ 8W-15-3
Headlamp-Right....................... 8W-15-7
Heated Seat Cushion-Driver.............. 8W-15-18
Heated Seat Cushion-Passenger........... 8W-15-19
Heated Seat Switch-Driver............... 8W-15-12
Heated Seat Switch-Passenger............ 8W-15-12
Horn-High Note....................... 8W-15-4
Horn-Low Note........................ 8W-15-4
Ignition Switch....................... 8W-15-10
Instrument Cluster................. 8W-15-10, 14
Intake Air Heater Relay No. 1............. 8W-15-7
Intake Air Heater Relay No. 2............. 8W-15-7
Integrated Power Module............... 8W-15-3, 4
License Lamp-Left..................... 8W-15-2
License Lamp-Right.................... 8W-15-2
Lift Pump Motor....................... 8W-15-8
Natural Vacuum Leak Detection Assembly..... 8W-15-6
Overhead Map/Reading Lamp............ 8W-15-14
Oxygen Sensor 1/1 Upstream.............. 8W-15-6
Oxygen Sensor 1/2 Downstream............ 8W-15-6
Oxygen Sensor 2/1 Upstream.............. 8W-15-6
Oxygen Sensor 2/2 Downstream............ 8W-15-6
Park/Turn Signal Lamp-Left Front.......... 8W-15-4
Park/Turn Signal Lamp-Right Front......... 8W-15-7
Passenger Lumbar Switch............... 8W-15-19
Power Mirror-Left..................... 8W-15-18
Power Mirror-Right.................... 8W-15-18
Power Outlet........................ 8W-15-12
Power Outlet-Console................ 8W-15-15, 19
Power Seat Switch-Driver............... 8W-15-18
Power Seat Switch-Passenger............. 8W-15-19
Power Steering Pressure Switch............ 8W-15-5
Powertrain Control Module............. 8W-15-5, 6
Radio.............................. 8W-15-11
Seat Belt Switch-Driver................. 8W-15-16
Seat Heater Interface Module............. 8W-15-16
Sentry Key Immobilizer Module........... 8W-15-10
Speed Control Servo.................... 8W-15-3
Tail/Stop/Turn Signal Lamp-Left........... 8W-15-2
Tail/Stop/Turn Signal Lamp-Right.......... 8W-15-2
Tailgate Lamp........................ 8W-15-2
Tow/Haul Overdrive Switch............... 8W-15-9
Trailer Tow Connector................... 8W-15-4
Trailer Tow Connector-Add On............. 8W-15-4
Transfer Case Control Module............ 8W-15-15
Transfer Case Selector Switch........... 8W-15-4, 15
Vacuum Pump........................ 8W-15-7
Washer Fluid Level Switch.............. 8W-15-3, 7
Washer Pump Motor-Front............... 8W-15-7
Wiper Motor-Front..................... 8W-15-4
DR8W-15 GROUND DISTRIBUTION 8W - 15 - 1

8W-31 TRANSMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
Component Page
Automatic Day/Night Mirror........... 8W-31-7
Brake Lamp Switch.................. 8W-31-9
Camshaft Position Sensor.............. 8W-31-6
Clockspring........................ 8W-31-10
Clutch Interlock Brake Switch......... 8W-31-11
Data Link Connector................ 8W-31-16
Engine Control Module......... 8W-31-7, 8, 9, 10
Front Control Module................. 8W-31-2
Fuse 5.......................... 8W-31-2, 8
Fuse 38.......................... 8W-31-2, 7
Fuse 43........................... 8W-31-11
Fuse 50............................ 8W-31-8
G104..................... 8W-31-2, 11, 14, 16
G107............................. 8W-31-14
G201........................... 8W-31-3, 10
Input Speed Sensor.................. 8W-31-5
Instrument Cluster................ 8W-31-7, 14
Integrated Power Module....... 8W-31-2, 7, 8, 11Component Page
Line Pressure Sensor................. 8W-31-6
Output Speed Sensor............... 8W-31-5, 8
Powertrain Control Module..... 8W-31-2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Speed Control Servo.................. 8W-31-9
Speed Control Switch-Left............ 8W-31-10
Speed Control Switch-Right........... 8W-31-10
Starter Motor Relay................. 8W-31-11
Tow/Haul Overdrive Switch......... 8W-31-3, 10
Transfer Case Control
Module.............. 8W-31-11, 12, 13, 14, 16
Transfer Case Mode Sensor........ 8W-31-12, 13
Transfer Case Selector Switch......... 8W-31-14
Transfer Case Shift Motor............ 8W-31-16
Transmission Control Relay.......... 8W-31-2, 8
Transmission Range Sensor............ 8W-31-7
Transmission Solenoid Assembly........ 8W-31-8
Transmission Solenoid/TRS Assembly . 8W-31-2, 3, 4
DR8W-31 TRANSMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM 8W - 31 - 1

(17) Remove the steering column assembly from
the vehicle. (Fig. 7)
INSTALLATION
WARNING: BEFORE SERVICING THE STEERING
COLUMN THE AIRBAG SYSTEM MUST BE DIS-
ARMED. REFER TO ELECTRICAL RESTRAINT SYS-
TEM FOR SERVICE PROCEDURES. FAILURE TO DO
SO MAY RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL DEPLOYMENT OF
THE AIRBAG AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
CAUTION: All fasteners must be torqued to specifi-
cation to ensure proper operation of the steering
column.
(1) Position the steering column on the dash panel
support and loosely install the mounting nuts.
(2) Firmly slide the steering column upward
against the studs in dash panel and hand tighten the
nuts.
(3) Install the steering shaft coupler on the steer-
ing shaft and loosely install anewbolt.
(4) Center steering column in dash opening and
tighten mounting nuts to 28 N´m (250 in. lbs.).
NOTE: Torque the upper left nut first then the lower
right nut. Then torque the lower left nut then the
upper right nut.
NOTE: A new bolt must be used for reinstallation.
(5) Tighten the coupler bolt to 57 N´m (42 ft. lbs.).(6) Install a new brake light switch (Refer to 8 -
ELECTRICAL/LAMPS/LIGHTING - EXTERIOR/
BRAKE LAMP SWITCH - REMOVAL).
(7) Install the shifter cable. (Refer to 21 - TRANS-
MISSION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - 32RH/GEAR
SHIFT CABLE - INSTALLATION)
(8) Connect the wiring harness to the column.
(9) Install the SKIM module.
(10) Install the clockspring(Refer to 8 - ELECTRI-
CAL/RESTRAINTS/CLOCKSPRING - REMOVAL).
(11) Install the shrouds.
(12) Install the steering column opening cover
(Refer to 23 - BODY/INSTRUMENT PANEL/STEER-
ING COLUMN OPENING COVER - INSTALLA-
TION).
(13) Align the spline on the wheel hub to shaft.
(14) Then install the steering wheel and install a
newbolt. Tighten the bolt to 61 N´m (45 ft. lbs.).
(15) Install the airbag (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
RESTRAINTS/DRIVER AIRBAG - INSTALLATION).
(16) Install the two steering wheel switches.
(17) Install the tilt lever handle.
(18) Install the negative battery terminal.
(19) Test the operation of the horn, Electronic
PRNDL Indicator, lights and any other functions that
are steering column operated.
IGNITION SWITCH
DESCRIPTION
The ignition switch is located on the steering col-
umn. It is used as the main on/off switching device
for most electrical components. The mechanical key
cylinder is used to engage/disengage the electrical
ignition switch.
OPERATION
Vehicles equipped with an automatic trans-
mission and a steering column mounted shifter:
an interlock device is located within the shift cable.
This interlock device is used to lock the transmission
shifter in the PARK position when the key cylinder is
in any position and the brake pedal is not depressed.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - IGNITION SWITCH
TEST AND REPAIR
If the key removal effort is excessive on a vehicle
with a automatic transmission first adjust the shift
linkage, (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/TRANS-
AXLE/AUTOMATIC - 46RE/GEAR SHIFT CABLE -
ADJUSTMENTS).
If the ignition switch effort is excessive remove the
ignition key cylinder from the steering column. (Refer
to 19 - STEERING/COLUMN/LOCK CYLINDER
Fig. 7 STEERING COLUMN
1 - Steering Wheel
2 - Key Cylinder
3 - Gear Shift Lever
4 - Steering Column
5 - Tilt Lever Cable
DRCOLUMN 19 - 9
COLUMN (Continued)

HOUSING - REMOVAL). Check the turning effort of
the key cylinder. If the ignition key cylinder effort is
excessive replace the key cylinder.
REMOVAL
SERVICE PRECAUTIONS
NOTE: The steering column on vehicles equipped
with an automatic transmission is not equipped
with an internal locking shaft with the ignition cyl-
inder. Alternative methods of locking the steering
wheel for service will have to be used.
The tilt and standard column (Fig. 8) have been
designed to be serviced as an assembly; without wir-
ing, switches, shrouds, steering wheel, etc. Most
steering column components can be serviced without
removing the steering column from the vehicle.
Safety goggles should be worn at all times when
working on steering columns.
To service the steering wheel, switches or airbag,
Refer to Electrical Restraints and follow all WARN-
INGS and CAUTIONS.
WARNING: THE AIRBAG SYSTEM IS A SENSITIVE,
COMPLEX ELECTRO-MECHANICAL UNIT. BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO DIAGNOSE, REMOVE OR INSTALL
THE AIRBAG SYSTEM COMPONENTS YOU MUST
FIRST DISCONNECT AND ISOLATE THE BATTERY
NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE. THEN WAIT TWO
MINUTES FOR THE SYSTEM CAPACITOR TO DIS-
CHARGE. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN
ACCIDENTAL DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIRBAG ANDPOSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY. THE FASTENERS,
SCREWS, AND BOLTS, ORIGINALLY USED FOR
THE AIRBAG COMPONENTS, HAVE SPECIAL COAT-
INGS AND ARE SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED FOR THE
AIRBAG SYSTEM. THEY MUST NEVER BE
REPLACED WITH ANY SUBSTITUTES. ANYTIME A
NEW FASTENER IS NEEDED, REPLACE WITH THE
CORRECT FASTENERS PROVIDED IN THE SERVICE
PACKAGE OR FASTENERS LISTED IN THE PARTS
BOOKS.
CAUTION: Do not hammer on steering column
shaft. This may cause damage to the shaft or bear-
ing.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to remove the pivot bolts
to disassemble the tilting mechanism.
The ignition key must be in the key cylinder for
cylinder removal. The key cylinder must be removed
first before removing ignition switch.
(1) Remove the negative (ground) cable from the
battery.
(2) Disable the airbag, (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
RESTRAINTS/DRIVER AIRBAG - REMOVAL).
(3) Remove the lower and upper shrouds.
(4) Remove key cylinder. (Refer to 19 - STEER-
ING/COLUMN/LOCK CYLINDER HOUSING -
REMOVAL).
(5) Disconnect the lower clockspring connectors.
(6) Remove the wire retainer from the tilt lever
bracket.
(7) Remove the tilt lever mounting screws to gain
access to the ignition switch mounting screws. (Fig.
9)
Fig. 8 STEERING COLUMN
1 - KEY CYLINDER
2 - GEAR SHIFT LEVER
3 - MOUNTING HOLES
4 - STEERING COLUMN
5 - IGNITION SWITCH
Fig. 9 IGNITION SWITCH WITH TILT
1 - IGNITION SWITCH
2 - TILT LEVER MECHANISM
19 - 10 COLUMNDR
IGNITION SWITCH (Continued)

PARK POWERFLOW
As the engine is running and the crankshaft is
rotating, the flexplate and torque converter, which
are also bolted to it, are all rotating in a clockwise
direction as viewed from the front of the engine. The
notched hub of the torque converter is connected to
the oil pump's internal gear, supplying the transmis-
sion with oil pressure. As the converter turns, it
turns the input shaft in a clockwise direction. As the
input shaft is rotating, the front clutch hub-rear
clutch retainer and all their associated parts are also
rotating, all being directly connected to the input
shaft. The power flow from the engine through the
front clutch hub and rear clutch retainer stops at the
rear clutch retainer. Therefore, no power flow to the
output shaft occurs because no clutches are applied.
The only mechanism in use at this time is the park-
ing sprag (Fig. 3), which locks the parking gear on
the output shaft to the transmission case.
NEUTRAL POWERFLOW
With the gear selector in the NEUTRAL position
(Fig. 4), the power flow of the transmission is essen-
tially the same as in the park position. The only
operational difference is that the parking sprag has
been disengaged, unlocking the output shaft from the
transmission case and allowing it to move freely.
Fig. 3 Park Powerflow
1 - PAWL ENGAGED FOR PARK
2 - PARK SPRAG
3 - OUTPUT SHAFT
Fig. 4 Neutral Powerflow
1 - PAWL DISENGAGED FOR NEUTRAL
2 - PARK SPRAG
3 - OUTPUT SHAFT
4 - CAM
5-PAWL
DRAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - 48RE 21 - 135
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - 48RE (Continued)