Transmission automatic DODGE RAM 1999 Service Repair Manual
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(SAE 90W/API GL-5 - 2500) (8) ................... 6.3 Pts. (3.0L)
Dana 70 (Model 267)
(SAE 90W/API GL-5 - 2500) ( 9) ................... 7.0 Pts. (3.3L)
Dana 80 (Model 286)
(SAE 85W-90/API GL-5) ( 10)
2WD 3500 ...................................... 6.8 Pts. (3.2L)\
4WD 3500 ..................................... 10.1 Pts. (4.8L)\
Power Steering Fluid ( 11) .......................... 2.7 Pts. (1.3L)
Power Take-Off (PTO) Adapter
(Mopar ATF Plus Type 7176)
2500 & 3500 Models 2WD With A/T .................. 4.6 Pts. (2.2L)\
Transfer Case (Mopar ATF Plus Type 7176) ( 12)
NV 231HD ......................................... 2.5 Pts. (1.2L)\
NV 241 ........................................... 5.0 Pts. (2.4L)\
NV 241HD ......................................... 6.5 Pts. (3.1L)\
NV 241HD With Power Take-Off (PTO) ............... 9.0 Pts. (4.3L\
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( 1) - Approximate quantity listed.
( 2) - On gasoline engines, use an API energy conserving engine oil
that is certified for gasoline engines. On diesel engines, use
engine oil with API CF-4/SH or CG-4/SH rating for diesel
engines.
( 3) - Add this amount of fluid. Start engine and shift transmission
through all gears and back to Neutral. Add additional fluid to
bring fluid level to the MIN mark on dipstick. Recheck fluid
level with transmission at normal operating temperature. Adjust
fluid level to MAX mark on dipstick. Approximate drain and
refill capacity is 4.0 qts. (3.8L).
( 4) - Quantity may vary by type of oil cooler and oil cooler lines.
( 5) - Verify type of transmission used before servicing. The NV 3500
uses a flywheel housing which is an integral part of the
transmission housing. The NV 4500 uses a flywheel housing which
is bolted to the front of the transmission and transmission
contains a Power Take-Off (PTO) cover on passenger's side of
transmission.
( 6) - Heavy-duty transmission is used with 5.9L diesel and 8.0L.
( 7) - Models with Trac-Lok limited slip differential must have 5 ozs.
(.15L) of Mopar Trac-Lok Friction Modifier added if lubricant is\
changed.
( 8) - Models with Trac-Lok limited slip differential must have 6 ozs.
(.18L) of Mopar Trac-Lok Friction Modifier added if lubricant is\
changed.
( 9) - Models with Power-Lok limited slip differential must have 8 ozs.
(.24L) of Mopar Trac-Lok Friction Modifier added if lubricant is\
changed.
( 10 ) - Models with Trac-Lok limited slip differential must have Mopar
Trac-Lok Friction Modifier added if lubricant is changed. Add
7 ozs. (.24L) of modifier on 2WD models or 10 ozs. (.30L) on
4WD models.
( 11 ) - Use only Mopar power steering fluid. DO NOT use automatic
transmission fluid.
( 12 ) - Transfer case may be identified by model number stamped on
identification tag on rear of transfer case, just above filler
plug.
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Crankcase (Includes Filter) ( 2)
3.9L ............................................. 4.0 Qts. (3.8L)\
5.2L & 5.9L ...................................... 5.0 Qts. (4.7L)\
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3.9L ........................................... 14.6 Qts. (13.8L)\
5.2L ........................................... 16.5 Qts. (15.6L)\
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3.9L ........................................... 14.6 Qts. (13.8L)\
5.2L ........................................... 16.5 Qts. (15.6L)\
5.9L
With Rear H")
Cooling System (Includes Heater)
3.9L ........................................... 14.6 Qts. (13.8L)\
5.2L ........................................... 16.5 Qts. (15.6L)\
5.9L
With Rear Heater .............................. 16.0 Qts. (15.1L)\
Without Rear Heater ........................... 15.0 Qts. (14.2L)\
Automatic Transmission (Mopar ATF Plus Type 7176)
32RH (3.9L)
Drain & Refill .............................. (3) 1.5 Qts. (1.4L)
Dry Refill .......................... ( 4) 8.5-8.8 Qts. (8.0-8.3L)
46RE (5.2L & 5.9L)
Drain & Refill .............................. ( 3) 1.5 Qts. (1.4L)
Dry Refill ...................... ( 4) 11.5-11.7 Qts. (10.8-11.1L)
Power Steering Fluid ( 5) ........................... 2.7 Pts. (1.3L)
Rear Differential
Dana 60
(Model 248 - SAE 90/API GL-5) ( 6)( 7) ............ 6.3 Pts. (2.9L)
8 1/4" & 9 1/4" Ring Gear
(SAE 80W-90/API GL-5) ( 8)( 9) .................... 4.8 Pts. (2.3L)
( 1) - Approximate quantity listed.
( 2) - Use an API energy conserving engine oil that is certified for
gasoline engines.
( 3) - Add this amount of fluid. Start engine and shift transmission
through all gears and back to Neutral. Add additional fluid to
bring fluid level to the MIN mark on dipstick. Recheck fluid
level with transmission at normal operating temperature. Adjust
fluid level to MAX mark on dipstick. Approximate drain and
refill capacity is 4.0 qts. (3.8L).
( 4) - Quantity may vary by type of oil cooler and oil cooler lines.
( 5) - Use only Mopar power steering fluid. DO NOT use automatic
transmission fluid.
( 6) - Rear differential may be identified by full-floating axles
shafts.
( 7) - Models with Trac-Lok limited slip differential must have 6 ozs.
(.18L) of Mopar Trac-Lok Friction Modifier added if lubricant is\
changed.
( 8) - Rear differential may be identified by number of bolts on rear
cover. The 8 1/4" ring gear has 10 bolts on rear cover and 9
1/4" ring gear has 12 bolts on rear cover.
( 9) - Models with Trac-Lok limited slip differential must have 5 ozs.
(.15L) of Mopar Trac-Lok Friction Modifier added if lubricant is\
changed.
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SERVICE INTERVALS & SPECIFICATIONS
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Air Filter
Normal Service ..................... 24 ................. 30,000
Severe Service .................... ( 2) ............. ( 3) 15,000
Camshaft Timing Belt
2.4L
Normal Service .................... 96 ................ 120,000
Severe Service ................... ( 2) ................ 120,000
3.0L
Normal Service ( 4) ................ 48 ................. 60,000
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Air Filter
Normal Service ......................... 24 ............. 30,000
Severe Service ........................ (2) ......... ( 3) 15,000
Coolant ................................. ( 4) ................ ( 4)
Drive Belt ............................... 48 ............. 60,000
Engine Oil
Normal Service ......................... 6 ................ 7500
Severe Service ........................ ( 2) ............... 3000
Engine Oil Filter
Normal Service ........................ 12 .............. 15,000
Severe Service ........................ ( 2) ............... 6000
PCV Valve (3.9L, 5.2L & 5.9L) ( 5)
Normal Service ........................ 48 .............. 60,000
Severe Service ........................ ( 2) ............. 30,000
Spark Plugs
Normal Service ........................ 24 .............. 30,000
Severe Service ........................ ( 2) ............. 30,000
Spark Plug Wires
Normal Service ........................ 48 .............. 60,000
Severe Service ........................ ( 2) ............. 60,000
Automatic Transmission Fluid,
Filter & Band Adjustment
Normal Service ........................ 30 .............. 37,500
Severe Service ........................ ( 2) ............. 12,000
Manual Transmission Fluid 3.9L
Normal Service ........................ 30 .............. 37,500
Severe Service ........................ ( 2) ............. 18,000
Transfer Case Fluid (4WD)
Normal Service ........................ 30 .............. 37,500
Severe Service ........................ ( 2) ............. 36,000
Front Differential Fluid (4WD) ( 6)
Severe Service ........................ ( 2) ............. 12,000
Rear Differential Fluid ( 6)
Severe Service ........................ ( 2) ............. 12,000
Repack Front Wheel Bearings
Normal Service ........................ 18 .............. 22,500
Severe Service ........................ ( 2) ............. 21,000
( 1) - Different interval may be required for normal and severe
service. Severe service is described as long periods of engine
idling, frequent short trip operation of less than 5 miles,
trailer towing, off-highway operation, snow removal operation,
or operating in dusty or excessively hot conditions.
( 2) - Monthly interval is not available from manufacturer.
( 3) - Inspect air filter every 15,000 miles and replace as necessary.
Replace at 30,000 miles unless previously replaced during
inspection.
( 4) - Replace coolant at 45,000 miles or 36 months whichever occurs
first. Replace coolant at 36 months regardless of mileage. After
first coolant change, replace coolant every 24 months or 30,000
miles thereafter.
( 5) - Inspect at scheduled interval and replace as necessary.
( 6) - Normal service interval is not available from manufacturer.
Manufacturer lists service schedule only under severe service
conditions.
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Air Filter
Normal Service .......................... 24 ............ 30,000
Severe Service ......................... (2) ........ ( 3) 15,000
Coolant .................................. ( 4) ............... ( 4)
Engine Oil
Normal Service .......................... 6 ............... 7500
Severe Service ......................... ( 2) .............. 3000
Engine Oil Filter
Normal Service .......................... 12 ............ 15,000
Severe Service ......................... ( 2) .............. 6000
PCV Valve ( 5)
Normal Service .......................... 48 ............ 60,000
Severe Service ......................... ( 2) ............ 30,000
Spark Plugs
Normal Service .......................... 24 ............ 30,000
Severe Service ......................... ( 2) ............ 30,000
Spark Plug Wires
Normal Service .......................... 48 ............ 60,000
Severe Service ......................... ( 2) ............ 60,000
Automatic Transmission Fluid,
Filter & Band Adjustment
Normal Service .......................... 30 ............ 37,500
Severe Service ......................... ( 2) ............ 12,000
Transfer Case Fluid (4WD)
Normal Service .......................... 30 ............ 37,500
Severe Service ......................... ( 2) ............ 36,000
Front Differential Fluid (4WD) ( 6)
Severe Service ......................... ( 2) ............ 12,000
Rear Differential Fluid ( 6)
Severe Service ......................... ( 2) ............ 12,000
Repack Front Wheel Bearings
Normal Service .......................... 18 ............ 22,500
Severe Service ......................... ( 2) ............ 21,000
( 1) - Different interval may be required for normal and severe
service. Severe service is described as long periods of engine
idling, frequent short trip operation of less than 5 miles,
trailer towing, off-highway operation, snow removal operation,
or operating in dusty or excessively hot conditions.
( 2) - Monthly interval is not available from manufacturer.
( 3) - Inspect air filter every 15,000 miles and replace as necessary.
Replace at 30,000 miles unless previously replaced during
inspection.
( 4) - Replace coolant at 45,000 miles or 36 months whichever occurs
first. Replace coolant at 36 months regardless of mileage. After
first coolant change, replace coolant every 24 months or 30,000
miles thereafter.
( 5) - Inspect at scheduled interval and replace as necessary.
( 6) - Normal service interval is not available from manufacturer.
Manufacturer lists service schedule only under severe service
conditions.
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Air Filter
Normal Service ......................... 24 ............. 30,000
Severe Service ......................... ( 3) ........ ( 4) 15,000
Coolant .................................. ( 5) ............... ( 5)
Engine Oil
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Normal Service .......................... 6 ............... 7500
Severe Service ......................... (3) .............. 3000
Engine Oil Filter
Normal Service .......................... 12 ............ 15,000
Severe Service ......................... ( 3) .............. 6000
PCV Valve ( 6)
Normal Service .......................... 48 ............ 60,000
Severe Service ......................... ( 3) ............ 30,000
Spark Plugs
Normal Service .......................... 24 ............ 30,000
Severe Service ......................... ( 3) ............ 30,000
Spark Plug Wires
Normal Service .......................... 48 ............ 60,000
Severe Service ......................... ( 3) ............ 60,000
Automatic Transmission Fluid,
Filter & Band Adjustment
Normal Service .......................... 30 ............ 37,500
Severe Service ......................... ( 3) ............ 12,000
Manual Transmission Fluid ................ ( 7) ............... ( 7)
Transfer Case Fluid (4WD)
Normal Service .......................... 30 ............ 37,500
Severe Service ......................... ( 3) ............ 36,000
Front Differential Fluid (4WD) ( 8)
Severe Service ......................... ( 3) ............ 12,000
Rear Differential Fluid ( 8)
Severe Service ......................... ( 3) ............ 12,000
Repack Front Wheel Bearings (2WD)
Normal Service .......................... 18 ............ 22,500
Severe Service ......................... ( 3) ............ 21,000
( 1) - Light-duty vehicles apply to all 1500 models and 2500 except
5.9L diesel or 8.0L engines.
( 2) - Different interval may be required for normal and severe
service. Severe service is described as long periods of engine
idling, frequent short trip operation of less than 5 miles,
trailer towing, off-highway operation, snow removal operation,
or operating in dusty or excessively hot conditions.
( 3) - Monthly interval is not available from manufacturer.
( 4) - Inspect air filter every 15,000 miles and replace as necessary.
Replace at 30,000 miles unless previously replaced during
inspection.
( 5) - Replace coolant at 45,000 miles or 36 months whichever occurs
first. Replace coolant at 36 months regardless of mileage. After
first coolant change, replace coolant every 24 months or 30,000
miles thereafter.
( 6) - Inspect at scheduled interval and replace as necessary.
( 7) - Service interval is not available from manufacturer.
( 8) - Normal service interval is not available from manufacturer.
Manufacturer lists service schedule only under severe service
conditions.
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Air Filter
Normal Service ...................... 30 ................ 30,000
Severe Service ...................... ( 3) ........... ( 4) 15,000
Coolant ............................... ( 5) .................. ( 5)
Engine Oil & Filter
Normal Service ....................... 6 .................. 6000
Severe Service ...................... ( 3) ................. 3000
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Spark Plugs
Normal Service ...................... 30 ................ 30,000
Severe Service ...................... (3) ............... 30,000
Spark Plug Wires
Normal Service ...................... 60 ................ 60,000
Severe Service ...................... ( 3) ............... 60,000
Automatic Transmission Fluid,
Filter & Band Adjustment
Normal Service ...................... 24 ................ 24,000
Severe Service ...................... ( 3) ............... 12,000
Manual Transmission Fluid ............. ( 6) .................. ( 6)
Transfer Case Fluid (4WD)
Normal Service ...................... 36 ................ 36,000
Severe Service ...................... ( 3) ............... 36,000
Front Differential Fluid (4WD) ( 7)
Severe Service ...................... ( 3) ............... 12,000
Rear Differential Fluid ( 7)
Severe Service ...................... ( 3) ............... 12,000
Repack Front Wheel Bearings (2WD)
Normal Service ....................... 18 ............... 18,000
Severe Service ...................... ( 3) ............... 24,000
( 1) - Medium-duty vehicles apply to 2500 and 3500 Calif. models with
8.0L engine.
( 2) - Different interval may be required for normal and severe
service. Severe service is described as long periods of engine
idling, frequent short trip operation of less than 5 miles,
trailer towing, off-highway operation, snow removal operation,
or operating in dusty or excessively hot conditions.
( 3) - Monthly interval is not available from manufacturer.
( 4) - Inspect air filter every 15,000 miles and replace as necessary.
Replace at 30,000 miles unless previously replaced during
inspection.
( 5) - Replace coolant at 36,000 miles or 36 months whichever occurs
first. Replace coolant at 36 months regardless of mileage. After
first coolant change, replace coolant every 24 months or 30,000
miles thereafter.
( 6) - Service interval is not available from manufacturer.
( 7) - Normal service interval is not available from manufacturer.
Manufacturer lists service schedule only under severe service
conditions.
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Air Filter
5.9L
Normal Service .................... 24 ................. 24,000
Severe Service ................... ( 3) ............. ( 4) 12,000
8.0L ............................... 12 ................. 12,000
Air Injection Pump Filter
Normal Service ..................... 24 ................. 24,000
Severe Service .................... ( 3) ............. ( 4) 12,000
Coolant ............................. ( 5) .................... ( 5)
EGR Valve (5.9L Only) ( 6)
Normal Service ..................... 60 ................. 60,000
Severe Service .................... ( 3) ................. 60,000
Engine Oil
Normal Service ..................... 6 .................... 6000
Severe Service .................... ( 3) ................... 3000
Engine Oil Filter
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5.9L
Normal Service .................... 12 ................. 12,000
Severe Service ................... (3) ................... 6000
8.0L
Normal Service .................... 6 .................... 6000
Severe Service ................... ( 3) ................... 3000
PCV Valve (5.9L Only)
Normal Service ..................... 60 ................. 60,000
Severe Service ( 7) ................ ( 3) ................. 30,000
Distributor Cap & Rotor (5.9L Only)
Normal Service ..................... 60 ................. 60,000
Severe Service .................... ( 3) ................. 60,000
Spark Plugs
Normal Service ..................... 30 ................. 30,000
Severe Service .................... ( 3) ................. 30,000
Spark Plug Wires
Normal Service ..................... 60 ................. 60,000
Severe Service .................... ( 3) ................. 60,000
Oxygen Sensor (5.9L Only)
Normal Service ..................... 82 ................. 82,500
Severe Service ..................... ( 3) ................ 82,500
Automatic Transmission Fluid,
Filter & Band Adjustment
Normal Service ..................... 24 ................. 24,000
Severe Service ..................... ( 3) ................ 12,000
Manual Transmission Fluid ............ ( 8) ................... ( 8)
Transfer Case Fluid (4WD)
Normal Service ..................... 36 ................. 36,000
Severe Service ..................... ( 3) ................ 18,000
Front Differential Fluid (4WD) ( 9)
Severe Service ..................... ( 3) ................ 12,000
Rear Differential Fluid ( 9) .......... ( 3) ................ 12,000
Repack Front Wheel Bearings
2WD
Normal Service .................... 24 ................. 24,000
Severe Service .................... ( 3) .................. 9000
4WD
Normal Service .................... 18 ................. 18,000
Severe Service .................... ( 3) .................. 6000
( 1) - Heavy-duty vehicles apply to 2500 and 3500 Federal models with
8.0L engine and all 3500 models with 5.9L gasoline engine.
( 2) - Different interval may be required for normal and severe
service. Severe service is described as long periods of engine
idling, frequent short trip operation of less than 5 miles,
trailer towing, off-highway operation, snow removal operation,
or operating in dusty or excessively hot conditions.
( 3) - Monthly interval is not available from manufacturer.
( 4) - Inspect filter every 12,000 miles and replace as necessary.
Replace at 24,000 miles unless previously replaced during
inspection.
( 5) - Replace coolant at 36,000 miles or 36 months whichever occurs
first. Replace coolant at 36 months regardless of mileage. After
first coolant change, replace coolant every 24 months or 30,000
miles thereafter.
( 6) - If equipped with EGR valve, clean EGR passages when replacing
EGR valve.
( 7) - Inspect and replace as necessary. Replace PCV valve at 60,000
miles.
( 8) - Service interval is not available from manufacturer.
( 9) - Normal service interval is not available from manufacturer.
Manufacturer lists service schedule only under severe service
conditions.
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Air Filter ............................... ( 2) ............... ( 2)
Coolant .................................. ( 3) ............... ( 3)
Engine Oil & Filter
Normal Service .......................... 6 ............... 7500
Severe Service ......................... ( 4) .............. 3750
Fuel Filter
Normal Service .......................... 12 ............ 15,000
Severe Service ......................... ( 4) .............. 7500
Valve Clearance Adjustment ............... ( 5) ............... ( 5)
Automatic Transmission Fluid,
Filter & Band Adjustment
Normal Service .......................... 24 ............ 30,000
Severe Service ......................... ( 4) ............ 15,000
Manual Transmission Fluid ................ ( 6) ............... ( 6)
Transfer Case Fluid (4WD)
Normal Service .......................... 36 ............ 45,000
Severe Service ......................... ( 4) ............ 36,000
Front Differential Fluid (4WD) ( 7)
Severe Service ......................... ( 4) ............ 15,000
Rear Differential Fluid ( 7)
Severe Service ......................... ( 4) ............ 15,000
Repack Front Wheel Bearings (2WD)
Normal Service .......................... 24 ............ 30,000
Severe Service ......................... ( 4) ............ 30,000
Normal Service .......................... 48 ............ 48,000
Severe Service ......................... ( 4) ............ 48,000
( 1) - Different interval may be required for normal and severe
service. Severe service is described as long periods of engine
idling, frequent short trip operation of less than 5 miles,
trailer towing, off-highway operation, snow removal operation,
or operating in dusty or excessively hot conditions.
( 2) - Service interval is not available from manufacturer. Use filter-
minder on top of air cleaner housing to determine condition of
air filter. If filter-minder is in the Red zone, replace air
filter. Reset filter-minder by depressing button on top of
filter-minder.
( 3) - Replace coolant at 30,000 miles or 24 months whichever occurs
first. Replace coolant at 24 months regardless of mileage. After
first coolant change, replace coolant every 24 months or 30,000
miles thereafter.
( 4) - Monthly interval is not available from manufacturer.
( 5) - Does not require routine adjustments.
( 6) - Service interval is not available from manufacturer.
( 7) - Normal service interval is not available from manufacturer.
Manufacturer lists service schedule only under severe service
conditions.
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Air Filter
Normal Service ................... 24 ................... 30,000
Severe Service ................... ( 2) .............. ( 3) 15,000
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STA R TE R
1999 D odge P ic ku p R 1500
1999 STARTING & CHARGING SYSTEMS
CHRY - Starters - Except Avenger & Sebring Coupe
Breeze, Caravan, Cirrus, Concorde, Dakota, Durango, Intrepid,
LHS, Neon, Ram Pickup, Ram Van, Ram Wagon, Sebring
Convertible, Stratus, Town & Country, Voyager, 300M
NOTE: For models not covered in this article, see STARTERS -
AVENGER, SEBRING COUPE & TALON article.
DESCRIPTION
Bosch, Melco and Mitsubishi starters use a planetary gear
train that transmits power from starter motor to pinion shaft. Six
permanent magnets (Bosch and Melco starters) or 4 permanent magnets
(Mitsubishi starters) are used, eliminating potential field wire-to-
frame short circuits.
Nippondenso starter is a 4-field, 4-brush, 12-volt motor with
a solenoid mounted within the housing. The unit has a 2-to-1 reduction
gear set in a die cast aluminum housing. Starter has serviceable gear
and clutch assembly only. If starter solenoid fails, entire starter
motor must be replaced.
All models use a starter relay in starter circuit between the
battery and starter solenoid terminal. Automatic Transmission (A/T)
equipped vehicles use a Park/Neutral Position (PNP) switch or a
Transmission Range (TR) sensor to provide ground path for the starter
relay. Manual Transmission (M/T) equipped vehicles use a clutch pedal
position switch to provide battery voltage from ignition switch to the
starter relay. See WIRING DIAGRAMS.
STARTER APPLICATIONS - CARS
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Breeze & Stratus 2.0L ........................................ Bosch
Cirrus, Sebring Convertible & Stratus
2.4L ................................................. Nippondenso
2.5L ....................................................... Melco
Concorde, Intrepid, LHS & 300M
2.7L ....................................................... Melco
3.3L & 3.5L .......................................... Nippondenso
Neon ......................................................... Bosch
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Caravan, Town & Country, & Voyager ..................... Nippondenso
Dakota & Durango
2.5L .................................................. Mitsubishi
3.9L & 5.2L .......................................... Nippondenso
Ram Pickup, Ram Van & Ram Wagon ........................ Nippondenso
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TROUBLE SHOOTING
NOTE: See TROUBLE SHOOTING article in GENERAL INFORMATION.
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ON-VEHICLE TESTING
CAUTION: When battery is disconnected, vehicle computer and memory
systems may lose memory data. Driveability problems may exist
until computer systems have completed a relearn cycle. See
COMPUTER RELEARN PROCEDURES article in GENERAL INFORMATION
before disconnecting battery.
DISABLING/ENABLING IGNITION & FUEL SYSTEMS
WARNING: To prevent engine from starting while performing tests,
always disable ignition and fuel systems.
Disabling Ignition & Fuel Systems
Remove Automatic Shutdown Relay (ASD) located in Power
Distribution Center (PDC). Refer to PDC cover for proper relay
location. PDC is located in engine compartment. On 5.9L diesel
engines, also disconnect fuel shutdown solenoid connector. Solenoid is
located behind upper intake manifold. See appropriate SYSTEM &
COMPONENT TESTING article in ENGINE PERFORMANCE section.
Enabling Ignition & Fuel Systems
When testing and/or repairs have been completed, verify
battery condition. Recharge battery as necessary, after starter tests
have been completed. Disconnect all test equipment. Install ASD relay.
On 5.9L diesel engines, reconnect fuel shutdown relay connector. On
all models, start engine several times to verify malfunction has been
corrected.
CRANKING TEST
NOTE: Ensure engine is at normal operating temperature. High
viscosity oil, extreme cold temperatures, or tight engine
will increase amperage draw.
1) Using a battery load tester, connect positive and negative
leads to battery. Connect inductive ammeter pick-up to positive
battery cable. Disable ignition and fuel systems. See
DISABLING/ENABLING IGNITION & FUEL SYSTEMS.
2) Ensure all lights and accessories are off. Place A/T in
Park position or M/T in Neutral position. Apply parking brake. Crank
engine and observe voltmeter reading. If voltage is more than 9.6
volts and cranking amperage draw is more than specified amps, proceed
to CIRCUIT RESISTANCE TESTS. See STARTER SPECIFICATIONS - CARS or
STARTER SPECIFICATIONS - TRUCKS.
3) If voltage is 12.5 volts or more and cranking amperage
draw is less than specified, check starter circuit components in the
following order:
starter solenoid, starter relay, starter relay circuit, park/neutral
position switch or transmission range sensor (A/T), clutch pedal
position switch (M/T), ignition switch, wiring harness and
connections.
CIRCUIT RESISTANCE TESTS
NOTE: If excessive resistance is not found in circuits being
tested, remove starter and proceed to BENCH TESTING.
Battery Connection Resistance Test
1) Disable vehicle ignition and fuel systems. See
DISABLING/ENABLING IGNITION & FUEL SYSTEMS. A voltmeter accurate to
one tenth of a volt will be needed for the following tests.