DODGE RAM 1999 Service Repair Manual

Numbers preceding the explanations in the legend below refer
to the sequence of characters as listed on VIN identification label.
See VIN example below.








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1 - Country Of Origin
1
* United States
3 * Mexico
2 - Vehicle Make
B * Dodge
3 - Type Of Vehicle
4 * Multi-Purpose Vehicle
5 * Bus
6 * Incomplete
7 * Truck
4 - Gross Vehicle Weight
H * 6001-7000 Lbs.
J * 7001-8000 Lbs.
K * 8001-9000 Lbs.
L * 9001-10000 Lbs.
M * 10001-14000 Lbs.
W * Hydraulic Brakes
5 - Truck Line
C * Ram Chassis/Ram Pick Up (4x2)
F * Ram Chassis/Ram Pick Up (4x4)
6 - Series
1 * 1500
2 * 2500
3 * 3500
7 - Body Style
3 * Club Cab
6 * Conventional Cab/Cab Chassis
8 - Engine Type
D * 5.9L 6-Cylinder Diesel
W * 8.0L 10-Cylinder MPI
X * 3.9L 6-Cylinder MPI
Y * 5.2L 8-Cylinder MPI
Z * 5.9L 8-Cylinder MPI-LDC
5 * 5.9L 8-Cylinder MPI-HDC
9 - Check Digit
* 0 Through 9 Or X
10 - Model Year
V * 1997
W * 1998
X * 1999
11 - Assembly Plant
J * St. Louis North, Missouri
S * Dodge City, Michigan
G * Saltillo, Mexico

M * Lago Alberto, Mexico
12-17 - Serial Number
* Sequential Production Number
MAINTENANCE SERVICE INFORMATION
LIGHT & HEAVY DUTY SERVICE DEFINITIONS
Maintenance service is recommended at different mileage
intervals based on Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). See appropriate\
SERVICE SCHEDULES article.
Light Duty
Vehicles with GVWR of 8500 lbs. or less.
Heavy Duty
Vehicles with GVWR of 8501 lbs. or more.
SEVERE & NORMAL SERVICE DEFINITIONS
Service is recommended at mileage intervals based on vehicle
operation. Normal Service and Severe Service schedules are based on
the following primary operating conditions:
Normal Service
* Driven More Than 10 Miles Daily
* NO Severe Service Operating Conditions
Severe Service
NOTE: Use the Severe Service schedule if the vehicle to be serviced
is operated under ANY (one or more) of these conditions:
* Frequent Short Trips Of Less than 5 Miles (8 KM)
* Frequent Driving In Dusty Conditions
* Frequent Trailer Towing
* Frequent Idling
* More Than 50% Of Your Driving Is At Sustained High Speeds
During Hot Weather, Above 90
\bF (32\bC)
SERVICE POINT LOCATIONS

Fig. 1: Service Point Locations (Typical V6 and V8 Engines)
Courtesy of Chrysler Corp.
Fig. 2: Service Point Locations (8.0L V10 Engine)
Courtesy of Chrysler Corp.

Fig. 3: Service Point Locations (5.9L Turbo-Diesel)
Courtesy of Chrysler Corp.
ADDITIONAL SERVICE INFORMATION - DIESEL MODELS

Fig. 4: Engine Service Locations (5.9L Engine - Diesel)
Courtesy of Chrysler Corp.
NOTE: For more information regarding 5.9L Diesel engine service
refer to the E - THEORY/OPERATION - 5.9L DIESEL article

in the ENGINE PERFORMANCE section.
Fig. 5: Air Filter Minder (Diesel)
Courtesy of Chrysler Corp.
NOTE: For more information regarding 5.9L Diesel engine service
refer to the F - BASIC TESTING - 5.9L DIESEL article
in the ENGINE PERFORMANCE section.
NOTE: DO NOT remove the air filter housing to inspect air filter
element. When disc in Filter Minder is in the RED zone, the
filter needs replacement. Verify there is nothing clogging
the air inlet (snow, mud, leaves, etc.), replace filter and
reset Filter Minder by pushing the reset button.

Fig. 6: Hand Priming Diesel Engine (Out of Fuel)
Courtesy of Chrysler Corp.
NOTE: For more information regarding 5.9L Diesel engine service
refer to the 5.9L V8 TURBO DIESEL - VIN [D] article
in the ENGINE MECHANICAL section.
When a diesel vehicle runs out of fuel, air is pulled into
the fuel lines and prevents fuel from reaching engine. To
restart perform the following:

1). Add 5 to 10 gallons of fuel to vehicle tank.
2). Open the hood and hand operate the fuel lift pump by
pushing down on prime button until resistance is felt
(approximately 30 times).
3). Start engine using normal procedure.
4). Engine may run rough until air is forced from lines.
CAUTION: If this procedure fails to start vehicle, more involved
procedures may be required.
Fig. 7: Valve Adjustment - Timing Pin Location (Diesel)
Courtesy of Chrysler Corp.
NOTE: For more information regarding 5.9L Diesel engine service
refer to the 5.9L V8 TURBO DIESEL - VIN [D]

article in the ENGINE MECHANICAL section.
Fig. 8: Valve Adjustment - Step 1 of 2 (Diesel)
Courtesy of Chrysler Corp.
NOTE: For more information regarding 5.9L Diesel engine service
refer to the 5.9L V8 TURBO DIESEL - VIN [D] article.

in the ENGINE MECHANICAL section.
Fig. 9: Valve Adjustment - Step 2 of 2 (Diesel)
Courtesy of Chrysler Corp.
NOTE: For more information regarding 5.9L Diesel engine service
refer to the 5.9L V8 TURBO DIESEL - VIN [D] article.
in the ENGINE MECHANICAL section.
Fig. 10: Water Separator (Diesel)
Courtesy of Chrysler Corp.
NOTE: For more information regarding 5.9L Diesel engine service