brake sensor DODGE RAM 1999 Service Repair Manual

ABBREVIATIONS

1999 Dodge Pickup R1500


GENERAL INFORMATION

COMMONLY USED ABBREVIATION

"A" ABBREVIATION TABLE

"A" ABBREVIATION TABLE





ABBREVIATION DEFINITION A Amperes A/C Air Conditioning A/T Automatic Transmission/Transaxle AAP Auxiliary Accelerator Pump AB Air Bleed ABCV Air Bleed Control Valve ABDC After Bottom Dead Center ABRS Air Bag Restraint System ABS Anti-Lock Brake System AC Alternating Current ACC A/C Clutch Compressor ACCS A/C Cycling Switch ACCUM Accumulator ACCY Accessory ACT Air Charge Temperature Sensor ACV Thermactor Air Control Valve ADJ Adjust or Adjustable ADV Advance AFS Airflow Sensor AI Air Injection AIR or A.I.R. Air Injection Reactor AIS Air Injection System ALCL Assembly Line Communications Link ALDL Assembly Line Diagnostic Link ARC Automatic ASCD Automatic ASCS Air Suction Control Solenoid ASD Auto Shutdown ASDM Air Bag System Diagnostic Module ASV Air Suction Valve ATC Automatic Temperature Control ATDC After Top Dead Center ATF Automatic Transmission Fluid ATS Air Temperature Sensor AXOD Automatic Transaxle Overdrive Abs. Absolute Accy. Accessory Alt. Alternator or Altitude Amp. Ampere Assy. Assembly Auto. Automatic Aux. Auxiliary Avg. Average
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"B" ABBREVIATION TABLE

"B" ABBREVIATION TABLE
ABBREVIATION DEFINITION B/P Backpressure BAC By-Pass Air Control BAP Barometric Absolute Pressure Sensor BARO Barometric BBDC Before Bottom Dead Center BCM Body Control Module BDC Bottom Dead Center BHP Brake Horsepower BLK Black BLU Blue BMAP Barometric & Manifold Absolute Pressure
Sensor BOO Brake On-Off Switch BP Barometric Pressure sensor BPS Barometric Pressure sensor BPT Backpressure Transducer BRN Brown BTDC Before Top Dead Center BTU British Thermal Unit BVSV Bimetallic Switching Valve Baro. Barometric Batt. Battery Bbl. Barrel (Example:4-Bbl.) Blst. Ballast Blwr. Blower Brkr. Breaker

"C" ABBREVIATION TABLE

"C" ABBREVIATION TABLE
ABBREVIATION DEFINITION C Celsius (Degrees) C(3) Computer Controlled Coil Ignition C(4) Computer Controlled Catalytic Converter CANP Canister Purge solenoid CARB California Air Resources Board CAT Catalytic Converter CB Circuit Breaker CBD Closed Bowl Distributor CBVV Carburetor Bowl Vent valve cc Cubic Centimeter CCC Computer Command Control CCD Computer Controlled Dwell CCM Central Control Module CCO Converter Clutch Override CCOT Cycling Clutch Orifice Tube CCW Counterclockwise CDI Capacitor Discharge Ignition CEC Computerized Engine Control CFI Central Fuel Injection CID Cubic Inch Displacement CID Cylinder Identification sensor CIS Continuous Injection System CIS-E Continuous Injection System-Electronic

"E" ABBREVIATION TABLE

“E” ABBREVIATION TABLE
ABBREVIATION DEFINITION EAC Electric Assist Choke _ EACV Electric Air Control Valve _ EBCM Electronic Brake Control Module ECA Electronic Control Assembly ECAT Electronically Controlled Automatic
Transaxle ECM Electronic Control Module ECT Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor ECU Electronic Control Unit or Engine Control
Unit EDF Electric Drive Fan relay assembly EDIS Electronic Distributorless Ignition System EEC Electronic Engine Control EECS Evaporative Emission Control System EEPROM Electronically Erasable PROM EFE Early Fuel Evaporation _ EFI Electronic Fuel Injection _ EGO Exhaust Gas Oxygen sensor (see HEGO) EGR Exhaust Gas Recirculation system _ EGRC EGR Control solenoid or system _ EGRV EGR Vent solenoid or system _ EMR Emission Maintenance Reminder Module ESA Electronic Spark Advance _ ESC Electronic Spark Control _ EST Electronic Spark Timing _ ETR Emergency Tensioning Retractor _ EVAP Fuel Evaporative System _ EVIC Electronic Vehicle Information Center EVO Electronic Variable Orifice _ EVP EGR Valve Position Sensor _ EVR EGR Valve Regulator _ EVRV Electronic Vacuum Regulator Valve Elect. Electronic _ Eng. Engine _ Evap. Evaporative _ Exc. Except _

"F" ABBREVIATION TABLE

"F" ABBREVIATION TABLE
ABBREVIATION DEFINITION F Fahrenheit (Degrees) F/B Fuse Block FBC Feedback Carburetor FI Fuel Injector or Fuel Injection FICD Fast Idle Control Device FIPL Fuel Injector Pump Lever FP Fuel Pump FPM Fuel Pump Monitor FPR-VSV Fuel Pressure Regulator Vacuum Switching
Valve FWD Front Wheel Drive Fed. Federal Ft. Lbs. Foot Pounds

"R" ABBREVIATION TABLE

"R" ABBREVIATION TABLE
ABBREVIATION DEFINITION RABS Rear Anti-Lock Brake System RAC Remote Accessory Control RAM Random Access Memory RAP Retained Accessory Power RECIRC Recirculation RED Red RH Right hand ROM Read Only Memory RPM Revolutions Per Minute RVB Rear Vacuum Break RWAL Rear Wheel Anti-Lock Brake RWD Rear Wheel Drive Recirc. Recirculate or Recirculation Reg. Regulator Rly. Relay

"S" ABBREVIATION TABLE

"S" ABBREVIATION TABLE
ABBREVIATION DEFINITION SAW Spark Angle Word _ SBC Single Bed Converter _ SBEC Single Board Engine Controller _ SC Super Charged _ SCC Spark Control Computer _ SCS Air Suction Control Solenoid _ SDM Supplemental Restraint System Diagnostic Module _ SDU SRS Diagnostic Unit _ SEN Sensor _ SES Service Engine Soon _ SFI Sequential (Port) Fuel Injection _ SIG RTN Signal Return circuit _ SIL Shift Indicator Light _ SIR Supplemental Inflatable Restraint _ SMEC Single Module Engine Controller _ SOHC Single Overhead Cam _ SOL or SoL Solenoid _ SPFI Sequential Port Fuel Injection _ SPK Spark Control _ SPOUT Spark Output Signal _ SRS Supplemental Restraint System (Air Bag) _ SS 3/4-4/3 Shift Solenoid circuit _ SSI Solid State Ignition _ STAR Self-Test Automatic Readout _ STI Self Test Input circuit _ STO Self-Test Output _ SUB-O2 Sub Oxygen Sensor _ Sen. Or Sens. Sensor _ Sol. Solenoid _ Sprchg. Supercharger _ Strg. Steering _ Susp. Suspension _ Sw. Switch _ Sys. System _

HEATER HOSES
HIGH PRESSURE RELIEF VALVES (HPRV)
IDLERS
IN-LINE FILTERS
METAL FITTINGS
METAL LINES
MIX AND AIR CONTROL DOORS (BLEND DOORS)
O-RINGS
ORIFICE TUBES
PILOT-OPERATED ABSOLUTES (POAS)
PLENUMS
PRESSURE CONTROL VALVES
PRESSURE SENSORS
PULLEYS
RADIATORS
RECEIVER-DRIERS
REFRIGERANT
REFRIGERANT OIL
RELAYS
SEALS
SERVICE PORTS
SPRING LOCK COUPLINGS
SUCTION THROTTLING VALVES (STVS)
SWITCHES (ELECTRICAL)
TENSIONERS
THERMISTORS AND PRESSURE SENSORS
THERMOSTATS AND HOUSINGS
VACUUM HOSES AND TUBES
VACUUM RESERVOIRS
VACUUM TUBES
VALVES IN RECEIVER (VIRS)
WATER PUMPS (ELECTRIC AUXILIARY)
WIRING HARNESSES AND CONNECTORS
MOTORIST ASSURANCE PROGRAM (MAP)
OVERVIEW
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

AN TI- L O CK B RAK E S A FE TY P R EC AU TIO NS

1999 D odge P ic ku p R 1500
GENERAL INFORMATION
Anti-Lock Brake Safety Precautions
* PLEASE READ THIS FIRST *
This article is intended for general information purposes
only. This information may not apply to all makes and models. If
vehicle is equipped with Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), refer to
appropriate ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM article in the BRAKES section for
description, operation, depressurizing, testing, system bleeding,
trouble shooting and servicing of specific system.
WARNING: Failure to depressurize ABS could lead to physical injury.
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: Failure to depressurize ABS could lead to physical injury.
* NEVER open a bleeder valve or loosen a hydraulic line
while ABS is pressurized.
* NEVER disconnect or reconnect any electrical connectors
while ignition is on. Damage to ABS control unit may result.
* DO NOT attempt to bleed hyudarulic system without first
referring to the appropriate ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM article
in the BRAKES section.
* Only use specially designed brake hoses/lines on ABS equipped
vehicles.
* DO NOT tap on speed sensor components (sensor, sensor rings).
Sensor rings must be pressed into hubs, NOT hammered into
hubs. Striking these components can cause demagnetization or
a loss of polarization, affecting the accuracy of the speed
signal returning to the ABS control unit.
* DO NOT mix tire sizes. Increasing the width, as long as tires
remain close to the original diameter, is acceptable. Rolling
diameter must be identical for all 4 tires. Some
manufacturers recommend tires of the same brand, style and
type. Failure to follow this precaution may cause inaccurate
wheel speed readings.
* DO NOT contaminate speed sensor components with grease. Only
use recommended coating, when system calls for an
anti-corrosion coating.
* When speed sensor components have been removed, ALWAYS check
sensor-to-ring air gaps when applicable. These specifications
can be found in each appropriate article.
* ONLY use rocommended brake fluids. DO NOT use silicone brake
fluids in an ABS equipped vehicle.
* When instlling transmittion devices (CB's, telephones, etc.)
on ABS equipped vehicles, DO NOT locate the antenna near the
ABS control unit (or any control unit).
* Disconnect all on-board computers, when using electric
welding equipment.
* DO NOT expose the ABS control unit to prolonged periods of
high heat (185
F/85C for 2 hours is generally considered a
maximum limit).

* PLEASE READ THIS FIRST *
NOTE: For engine-related DTCs, see appropriate SELF-DIAGNOSTICS
article in ENGINE PERFORMANCE. Engine performance DTCs must
be repaired first, as engine performance and related
component signals will affect transmission operation and
diagnosis.
All references to Using scan tool, perform TCC SYSTEM TEST
are for scan tool driven testing of TCC system. Follow manufactures
scan tool instructions.
All connector references in the following testing apply to
harness connectors unless otherwise specified. For circuit, wire color
and connector terminal identification, see CONNECTOR IDENTIFICATION
and WIRING DIAGRAMS. After all repairs are complete or any component
is replaced, perform verification test as follows:
* DTC P0751 perform appropriate verification VER-2A.
* All DTCs except P0751 perform appropriate verification
VER-5A.
DTC P0711: TRANS TEMP SENSOR, NO TEMP RISE AFTER START
NOTE: To test transmission temperature sensor, engine and
transmission temperature must be less than 85F (29C).
1) Using scan tool, read DTCs. If DTCs P0712, P0713 or P1899
are present, repair these DTCs before proceeding. If neither of these
DTCs are present, go to next step.
2) Using scan tool, read and record Engine Coolant
Temperature (ECT) sensor temperature, and transmission temperature
sensor temperature. If transmission temperature is within 9
F (-13C)
of ECT temperature, go to step 5). If transmission temperature is not
within 9
F (-13C) of ECT temperature, go to next step.
3) Start engine and let it idle in gear, with brake on.
Monitor transmission temperature sensor. If transmission temperature
does not increase steadily 15
F (-9C) over a 10 minute period, go to
step 5). If transmission temperature increases steadily 15F (-9C)
over a 10 minute period, go to next step.
4) Inspect all related wiring and connectors. Repair as
necessary. If wiring and connectors are okay, see INACTIVE DTC
CONDITION under SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM. Testing is complete.
5) Disconnect transmission solenoid harness connector.
Inspect connector and terminals for damage. Repair as necessary. If
connector and terminals are okay, replace transmission governor
pressure/temperature sensor.
DTC P0712: TRANS TEMP SENSOR VOLTAGE TOO LOW
Circuit Description
Circuit is monitored continuously while key is on, and engine
running. Code sets if transmission temperature sensor voltage is less
than 1.55 volts for 2.2 seconds.
Possible Causes
* Transmission temperature sensor wiring harness defective.
* Transmission pressure/temperature sensor defective.
* Transmission temperature signal circuit short to ground.
* Transmission temperature signal circuit short to sensor
ground circuit.
* PCM defective.

between Black PCM harness connector C1 and transmission
pressure/temperature sensor harness connector. If resistance is
greater than 5 ohms, repair or replace transmission solenoid and
harness assembly. If resistance is 5 ohms or less, replace
transmission pressure/temperature sensor.
10) Reconnect all harness connectors. Using scan tool, read
TRANS TEMP voltage. If voltage is greater than 3.76 volts, replace
PCM. If voltage is 3.76 volts or less, conditions required to set DTC
P0713 are not present at this time. DTC P0713 sets when transmission
temperature sensor voltage at PCM is greater than 3.76 volts for 2.2
seconds. Possible causes are: open transmission temperature sensor
wiring, faulty connections, faulty transmission temperature sensor or
faulty PCM. Go to next step.
11) Inspect all related wiring and connectors. Repair as
necessary. If wiring and connectors are okay, see INACTIVE DTC
CONDITION under SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM. Testing is complete.
DTC P0720: LOW OUTPUT SPEED SENSOR RPM ABOVE 15 MPH (EXCEPT
BR BODY)
Circuit Description
Circuit is monitored continuously while key is on, and gear
selector is not in Park or Neutral. Code sets if vehicle speed is
above 15 MPH and output shaft speed is below 60 RPM for 2.6 seconds as
measured from vehicle speed sensor.
Possible Causes
* Open output speed sensor ground circuit.
* Damaged ignition wiring.
* Open output speed sensor signal circuit.
* Short to ground in output speed sensor signal circuit.
* Park/Neutral switch code present.
* Malfunctioning sensor.
* Short to ground in output speed sensor ground circuit.
* Malfunctioning PCM.
* OSS harness intermittent defective.
Diagnostic Procedure
1) Using scan tool, check SPECIFIC GOOD TRIPS counter. If DTC
SPECIFIC GOOD TRIPS counter is not displayed or displayed count is not
"0", go to step 12). If DTC SPECIFIC GOOD TRIPS counter is displayed
and displayed count is "0", go to next step.
2) Record all DTCs and one trip failures. If DTC P1899 is
present, repair P/N switch code first. See DTC P1899: P/N SWITCH STUCK
IN PARK OR ON GEAR. If DTC P1899 is not present, go to next step.
3) Raise and support vehicle. Using scan tool, erase DTCs.
See CLEARING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES. Start engine. Place engine in
1st gear. Using scan tool, read output speed sensor. Release brake and
let wheels roll, keeping speed below 15 MPH. If scan tool shows 60 RPM
or less, go to step 6). If scan tool shows greater than 60 RPM, go to
next step.
4) While monitoring output speed sensor, wiggle harness
between output speed sensor and PCM. If reading dropped towards zero
while wiggling harness, repair intermittent short or open in harness.
If reading does not drop towards zero while wiggling harness, go to
next step.
5) Using scan tool, erase DTCs. See CLEARING DIAGNOSTIC
TROUBLE CODES. Road test vehicle. If code returns, there are no other
potential causes. Replace PCM. If code does not return, testing is
complete.
6) Turn ignition off. Disconnect PCM and output speed sensor
harness connectors and inspect for damage. Repair as necessary. If no

problem is found, measure resistance between output speed sensor
terminals. If resistance is 300-1200 ohms, go to next step. If
resistance is not as specified, replace output speed sensor.
7) Reconnect output speed sensor. Measure resistance between
ground and output speed sensor ground circuit at PCM harness
connector. If resistance is greater than 5 ohms, go to next step. If
resistance is not as specified, repair output speed sensor ground
circuit for a short to ground.
8) Measure resistance between ground and output speed sensor
signal circuit at PCM harness connector. If resistance is less than 5
ohms, repair output speed sensor signal circuit for a short to ground.
If resistance is not as specified, go to next step.
9) Measure resistance between output speed sensor signal
circuit and ground circuit at PCM harness connector. If resistance is
300-1200 ohms, replace PCM. If resistance is not as specified, go to
next step.
10) Disconnect output speed sensor harness connector. Measure
resistance of output speed sensor signal circuit between output speed
sensor harness connector and PCM harness connector. If resistance is
greater than 5 ohms, repair open in output speed sensor signal
circuit. If resistance is not as specified, repair open in output
speed sensor ground circuit.
11) Turn ignition on. Measure voltage between ground and
speed sensor ground circuit at PCM harness connector. Place gearshift
lever in each gear position and record voltage at each position. If
voltage is greater than one volt in any gear position, repair speed
sensor ground circuit for a short to power. If voltage is not as
specified, go to next step.
12) Raise and support vehicle. Start engine. Place gearshift
lever in "OD" position. Release brakes and allow wheels to rotate.
Using scan tool, monitor output speed sensor. While monitoring output
speed sensor, wiggle harness between output speed sensor and PCM. If
reading dropped towards zero while wiggling harness, repair
intermittent short or open in harness. If reading does not drop
towards zero while wiggling harness, problem is intermittent. See
INACTIVE DTC CONDITION under SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM. Testing is
complete.
DTC P0740: TORQ CONV CLU, NO RPM DROP AT LOCKUP
Circuit Description
Circuit is monitored continuously while key is on, and gear
selector is not in Park or Neutral. Code sets if Torque Converter
Clutch (TCC) does not achieve desired drop in RPM when TCC solenoid is\
near maximum duty cycle. A bad test 3 consecutive times is required to
set code.
Possible Causes
* Misfire trouble code set.
* Vehicle stalls (faulty TCC solenoid).
* TCC shaft seal/seal defective.
* Transmission fluid contaminated.
* TCC solenoid wiring harness defective.
* TCC defective.
* TCC hydraulic circuit damaged.
Diagnostic Procedure
1) Using scan tool, read DTCs. On all bodies except AB and WJ
bodies, go to next step. On AB and WJ bodies, if DTC SPECIFIC GOOD
TRIPS counter is not displayed or displayed count is not "0", go to
step 10). If DTC SPECIFIC GOOD TRIPS counter is displayed and
displayed count is "0", indicating DTC still exists, go to next step.

1) Using scan tool, read DTCs. On AN and DN bodies, go to
next step. On all except AN and DN bodies, if DTC SPECIFIC GOOD TRIPS
counter is not displayed or displayed count is not "0", go to step
15). If DTC SPECIFIC GOOD TRIPS counter is displayed and displayed
count is "0", go to next step.
2) Repair any other transmission related DTCs before
proceeding. See DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC) & DRB MESSAGES table.
If no other transmission related DTCs exist, go to next step.
3) Start engine. Allow engine to reach normal operating
temperature. Set parking brake, depress brake pedal and place gear
selector in "D" position. Using scan tool, read governor pressure
sensor value. If value is greater than 3 psi (.2 kg/cm
), go to next
step. If value is 3 psi (.2 kg/cm) or less, go to step 7).
4) Turn ignition off. Install a pressure gauge at
transmission governor pressure test port. See TESTING in appropriate
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OVERHAUL article. Start engine. With gear
selector in "D” position, read gauge pressure. If pressure is
less than 5 psi (.3 kg/cm
), go to step 12). If pressure is 5 psi (.3
kg/cm) or greater, go to next step.
5) Turn engine off. Drain transmission fluid and remove oil
pan. Inspect oil pan for burnt oil and debris. Repair transmission as
necessary. See appropriate AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OVERHAUL article. If
transmission is okay, go to next step.
6) Replace governor pressure solenoid. Start engine. Read
gauge pressure. If pressure is less than 5 psi (.3 kg/cm
), testing is
complete. If pressure is 5 psi (.3 kg/cm) or greater, replace valve
body.
NOTE: Removing transmission control relay in the following step may
set other DTCs. Disregard these DTCs.
7) Place gear selector in Park. With engine still running,
remove transmission control relay. Depress brake pedal and place gear
selector in "D" position. Read governor pressure sensor value. If
value is 40-55 psi (2.8-3.9 kg/cm
), go to next step. If value is not
as specified, go to step 10).
8) Turn engine off. Install transmission control relay. Drive
vehicle at 25-30 MPH. Using scan tool, monitor governor actual
pressure and target pressure. If pressures do not stay consistently
within 5 psi (.3 kg/cm
) of each other within 3 seconds, go to next
step. If pressures stay consistently within 5 psi (.3 kg/cm) of each
other, test is complete.
9) Replace governor pressure solenoid. Drive vehicle at 25-30
MPH. Using scan tool, monitor governor actual pressure and target
pressure. If pressures do not stay consistently within 5 psi (.3
kg/cm
) of each other, repair internal transmission leakage problem.
If pressures stay consistently within 5 psi (.3 kg/cm) of each other,
testing is complete.
10) On all bodies except WJ body, go to next step. On WJ
body, turn ignition on, engine off. Measure voltage (backprobe)
between ground and 5-volt supply circuit at transmission solenoid
harness connector. If voltage is 4.5 volts or less, repair 5-volt
supply circuit for low voltage. If voltage is greater than 4.5 volts,
go to next step.
11) Turn ignition off. Install transmission control relay.
Install a pressure gauge at governor pressure test port. See TESTING
in appropriate AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OVERHAUL article. Start engine.
Remove transmission control relay. Depress brake pedal and place gear
selector in "D" position. Read gauge pressure. If pressure is 40-55
psi (2.8-3.9 kg/cm
), go to next step. If pressure is not as
specified, go to step 13).
12) Turn ignition off. Disconnect transmission solenoid
harness connector. Inspect connector and terminals for damage. Repair