DODGE RAM 1999 Service Repair Manual

Fig. 11: Adjusting Front Wheel Toe With Adjustment Sleeve (Ram
Van/Wagon & 4WD Models)
Courtesy of Chrysler Corp.
REAR WHEEL CAMBER & TOE ADJUSTMENT
NOTE: Rear wheel alignment is set at the factory. No adjustments
procedures are provided by the manufacturer.
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS








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Application Ft. Lbs. (N.m)\
Axle Bracket Eccentric Cam Nut
Ram Pickup .............................................. 95 (130)\
Pivot Bar-To-Frame Bolts
Dakota, Durango & Ram Pickup ........................... 155 (210)\
Ram Van/Wagon .......................................... 220 (298)\
Strut-To-Knuckle Nuts
Caravan, Town & Country, & Voyager ................... ( 1) 65 (88)
Tie Rod Adjustment Sleeve Bolts
Ram Pickup ................................................... ( 2)
Ram/Van Wagon
Standard Duty ........................................... 17 (23)\
Heavy Duty .............................................. 26 (35)\
Tie Rod Lock Nut(s)

Caravan, Dakota, Durango, Town & Country, & Voyager ...... 55 (75)\
Wheel Lug Nuts
Caravan, Town & Country, & Voyager ..................... 100 (135)\
Dakota & Durango
1998 ........................................... 85-110 (115-149)\
1999 ........................................... 85-115 (115-156)\
Ram Pickup
5 Stud Wheel ........................................... 95 (129)\
8 Stud Wheel .......................................... 135 (183)\
8 Stud Dual Wheel ..................................... 145 (197)\
Ram/Van Wagon
5 Stud ......................................... 80-110 (108-149)\
8 Stud ........................................ 120-150 (163-203)\
(1) - Tighten an additional 1/4 turn.
( 2) - Information is not available.









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ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS
WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS








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Application Preferred Range
Caravan, Town & Country,
& Voyager
1998 2WD & AWD With
14" & 15" Tires ( 1)
Camber ( 2)
Front .................. 0.15 ................. -0.25 To 0.55
Rear .................... 0 ................... -0.25 To 0.25
Caster ( 2) ............... 1.4 ..................... 0.4 To 2.4
Toe-In ( 3)
Front ............... 0.05 (1.5) .. -0.05 To 0.15 (-1.5 To 4\
)
Rear ................... 0 (0) ........ -0.2 To 0.2 (-5 To 5\
)
Toe-In ( 2)
Front ................... 0.1 ................... -0.1 To 0.3
Rear ..................... 0 .................... -0.4 To 0.4
1998 2WD & AWD With 15",
16" Or 17" Tires ( 4)
Camber ( 2)
Front ( 1) ............. 0.05 ................. -0.35 To 0.45
Rear ................... 0 ................... -0.25 To 0.25
Caster ( 2) ............... 1.4 ..................... 0.4 To 2.4
Toe-In ( 3)
Front ............... 0.05 (1.5) .. -0.05 To 0.15 (-1.5 To 4\
)
Rear ................... 0 (0) ........ -0.2 To 0.2 (-5 To 5\
)
Toe-In ( 2)
Front .................. 0.1 .................... -0.1 To 0.3
Rear .................... 0 ..................... -0.4 To 0.4
Dakota
Camber ( 2)
All Models ............... 0.38 ................. -0.12 To 0.88
Caster ( 2)
2WD shortbed ............. 2.99 .................. 2.49 To 3.49
4WD Shortbed ............. 3.16 .................. 2.66 To 3.66
2WD Longbed .............. 3.09 .................. 2.59 To 3.59
4WD Longbed .............. 3.23 .................. 2.73 To 3.73
2WD Club Cab ............. 3.13 .................. 2.63 To 3.63
4WD Club Cab ............. 3.27 .................. 2.77 To 3.77
Toe-In ( 3)
All Models ............ 0.07 (1.5) .... 0.02 To 0.12 (0.5 To 3\
)

Toe-In (2)
All Models ............... 0.15 .................. 0.15 To 0.25
1998 Durango
2WD
Camber ( 2) ............... 0.38 .................. 0.12 To 0.88
Caster ( 2) ............... 3.31 .................. 2.81 To 3.81
Toe-In ( 3) ............ 0.07 (1.5) .... 0.02 To 0.12 (0.5 To 3)
Toe-In ( 2) ............... 0.15 .................. 0.05 To 0.25
1999 Durango
2WD
Camber ( 2) ............... 0.38 .................. 0.12 To 0.88
Caster ( 2) ............... 2.99 .................. 2.49 To 3.49
Toe-In ( 3) ............ 0.07 (1.5) ..... 0.2 To 0.12 (0.5 To 3)
Toe-In ( 2) ............... 0.15 ................... 0.5 To 0.25
4WD
Camber ( 2) ............... 0.38 .................. 0.12 To 0.88
Caster ( 2) ............... 3.31 .................. 2.81 To 3.81
Toe-In ( 3) ............ 0.07 (1.5) .... 0.02 To 0.12 (0.5 To 3)
Toe-In ( 2) ............... 0.15 ................... 0.5 To 0.25
Ram Pickup
Camber ( 2)
Ram 1500
2WD Short Bed .......... 0.5 ......................... 0 To 1
4WD Short Bed .......... ( 5) ............................ ( 5)
2WD Long Bed ........... 0.5 ......................... 0 To 1
4WD Long Bed ........... ( 5) ............................ ( 5)
Ram 1500 Club Cab/Quad Cab
2WD Short Bed .......... 0.5 ......................... 0 To 1
4WD Short Bed .......... ( 5) ............................ ( 5)
2WD Long Bed ........... 0.5 ......................... 0 To 1
4WD Long Bed ........... ( 5) ............................ ( 5)
Ram 2500 HD
2WD Long Bed .................................. 0.5 .. 0 To 1
4WD Long Bed ..................................... ( 5) .. ( 5)
2WD Club Cab/Club
Cab Short Bed ......... 0.5 ......................... 0 To 1
4WD Club Cab/Quad
Cab Short Bed ......... ( 5) ............................ ( 5)
2WD Club Cab/Quad
Cab Long Bed .......... 0.5 ......................... 0 To 1
4WD Club Cab/Quad
Cab Long Bed .......... ( 5) ............................ ( 5)
Ram 3500
2WD Long Bed ........... 0.5 ......................... 0 To 1
4WD Long Bed ........... ( 5) ............................ ( 5)
2WD Quad Cab Long Bed .. 0.5 ......................... 0 To 1
4WD Quad Cab Long Bed .. ( 5) ............................ ( 5)
Caster ( 2)
Ram 1500
2WD Short Bed .......... 3.4 ..................... 2.4 To 4.4
4WD Short Bed .......... 3.1 ...................... 2.1To 4.1
2WD Long Bed ........... 3.6 ..................... 2.6 To 4.6
4WD Long Bed ........... 3.25 .................. 2.25 To 4.25
Ram 1500 Club Cab/Quad Cab
2WD Short Bed .......... 3.5 ..................... 2.5 To 4.5
4WD Short Bed .......... 3.4 ..................... 2.4 To 4.4
2WD Long Bed ......... 3.65 ( 6) ................ 2.65 To 4.65
4WD Long Bed ........... 3.55 .................. 2.55 To 4.55
Ram 2500 HD
2WD Long Bed ........... 3.45 .................. 2.45 To 4.45
4WD Long Bed ........... 3.1 ..................... 2.1 To 4.1
Ram 2500 HD Club Cab/Quad Cab
2WD Short Bed .......... 3.5 ..................... 2.5 To 4.5

4WD Short Bed .......... 3.15 ................... 2.5 To 4.15
2WD Long Bed ........... 3.65 .................. 2.65 To 4.65
4WD Long Bed ........... 3.25 .................. 2.25 To 4.25
Ram 3500
2WD Long Bed ........... 3.25 .................. 2.25 To 4.25
4WD Long Bed ........... 2.9 ..................... 1.9 To 3.9
2WD Quad Cab Long Bed .. 3.45 .................. 2.45 To 4.45
4WD Quad Cab Long Bed ... 3 .......................... 2 To 4
Toe-In (3)
All Models ............ 0.05 (1.5) ...... 0 To 0.1 (0 To 2.5\
)
Toe-In ( 2)
All Models ................ 0.1 ...................... 0 To 0.2
Ram Van/Wagon
Camber ( 2) .................. 0 .................... -0.6 To 0.6
Caster ( 2) ................. 2.5 .................... 1.5 To 3.5
Toe-In ( 3) ................ 0 (0) ...... -0.12 To 0.12 (-3 To 3)
Toe-In ( 2) .................. 0 ................... -.25 To 0.25
( 1) - Specification is for P205/75R14 & P215/65R15 tires.
( 2) - Measurement in degrees.
( 3) - Measurement in inches (mm).
( 4) - Specification is for P205/75R15, P215/65R16 or P215/60R 17
tires.
( 5) - Camber not set on 4WD models.
( 6) - 1999 models 3.85 preferred, 2.85 To 4.85 range.









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WHEEL A LIG NM EN T T H EO RY/O PER ATIO N

1999 D odge P ic ku p R 1500
GENERAL INFORMATION
Wheel Alignment Theory & Operation
ALL MODELS
* PLEASE READ THIS FIRST *
NOTE: This article is intended for general information purposes
only. This information may not apply to all makes and models.
PRE-ALIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL ALIGNMENT CHECKS
Before adjusting wheel alignment, check the following:
* Each axle uses tires of same construction and tread style,
equal in tread wear and overall diameter. Verify that radial
and axial runout is not excessive. Inflation should be at
manufacturer's specifications.
* Steering linkage and suspension must not have excessive play.
Check for wear in tie rod ends and ball joints. Springs must
not be sagging. Control arm and strut rod bushings must not
have excessive play. See Fig. 1.
Fig. 1: Checking Steering Linkage
* Vehicle must be on level floor with full fuel tank, no
passenger load, spare tire in place and no load in trunk.
Bounce front and rear end of vehicle several times. Confirm

vehicle is at normal riding height.
* Steering wheel must be centered with wheels in straight ahead
position. If required, shorten one tie rod adjusting sleeve
and lengthen opposite sleeve (equal amount of turns). See
Fig. 2.
* Wheel bearings should have the correct preload and lug nuts
must be tightened to manufacturer's specifications. Adjust
camber, caster and toe-in using this sequence. Follow
instructions of the alignment equipment manufacturer.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to correct alignment by straightening parts.
Damaged parts must be replaced.
Fig. 2: Adjusting Tie Rod Sleeves (Top View)
CAMBER
1) Camber is the tilting of the wheel, outward at either top
or bottom, as viewed from front of vehicle. See Fig. 3.
2) When wheels tilts outward at the top (from centerline of
vehicle), camber is positive. When wheels tilt inward at top, camber
is negative. Amount of tilt is measured in degrees from vertical.

Fig. 3: Determining Camber Angle
CASTER
1) Caster is tilting of front steering axis either forward or
backward from vertical, as viewed from side of vehicle. See Fig. 4.
2) When axis is tilted backward from vertical, caster is
positive. This creates a trailing action on front wheels. When axis is
tilted forward, caster is negative, causing a leading action on front
wheels.
Fig. 4: Determining Caster Angle
TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT
Toe-in is the width measured at the rear of the tires

subtracted by the width measured at the front of the tires at about
spindle height. A positive figure would indicate toe-in and a negative
figure would indicate toe-out. If the distance between the front and
rear of the tires is the same, toe measurement would be zero. To
adjust:
1) Measure toe-in with front wheels in straight ahead
position and steering wheel centered. To adjust toe-in, loosen clamps
and turn adjusting sleeve or adjustable end on right and left tie
rods. See Figs. 2 and 5.
2) Turn equally and in opposite directions to maintain
steering wheel in centered position. Face of tie rod end must be
parallel with machined surface of steering rod end to prevent binding.
3) When tightening clamps, make certain that clamp bolts are
positioned so there will be no interference with other parts
throughout the entire travel of linkage.
Fig. 5: Wheel Toe-In (Dimension A Less Dimension B)
TOE-OUT ON TURNS
1) Toe-out on turns (turning radius) is a check for bent or
damaged parts, and not a service adjustment. With caster, camber, and
toe-in properly adjusted, check toe-out with weight of vehicle on
wheels.
2) Use a full floating turntable under each wheel, repeating
test with each wheel positioned for right and left turns. Incorrect
toe-out generally indicates a bent steering arm. Replace arm, if
necessary, and recheck wheel alignment.

STEERING AXIS INCLINATION
1) Steering axis inclination is a check for bent or damaged
parts, and not a service adjustment. Vehicle must be level and camber
should be properly adjusted. See Fig. 6.
2) If camber cannot be brought within limits and steering
axis inclination is correct, steering knuckle is bent. If camber and
steering axis inclination are both incorrect by approximately the same
amount, the upper and lower control arms are bent.
Fig. 6: Checking Steering Axis Inclination


WIN DO W S - P O W ER

1999 D odge P ic ku p R 1500
1999 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT
CHRY - Power Windows
Caravan, Dakota, Durango, Ram Pickup, Ram Van, Ram Wagon,
Town & Country, & Voyager
DESCRIPTION & OPERATION
A permanent magnet motor moves each of the power windows,
including power vent windows. A positive and negative battery
connection to either of the 2 motor terminals will cause the motor to
rotate in one direction. Reversing current through these same 2
connections will cause the motor to rotate in the opposite direction.
Each individual motor is grounded through the master switch by a wire
attached to the instrument panel reinforcement.
Caravan, Durango, Town & Country and Voyager are equipped
with an Auto Down feature. Drivers window can be lowered without
having to hold the switch in the down position. Auto Down feature can
be activated by pressing down switch past first detent. Caravan, Town
& Country and Voyager have optional power vent windows. Power rear
vent windows are operated by switches mounted in driver's door panel.
NOTE: Power window circuits on Caravan, Town & Country, and Voyager
use Positive Temperature Coefficient (PTC) devices. The PTC
is a specified amperage solid-state resettable fuse. PTCs are
located in junction box behind driver's side of instrument
panel, to left of steering column. To reset PTC, all current
must be removed from PTC for approximately 20 seconds.
ADJUSTMENTS
WINDOWS
Remove door trim panel. See DOOR TRIM PANEL under REMOVAL &
INSTALLATION. Loosen bolts holding window to regulator. Raise window
fully, seating window in frame. Tighten bolts. Install door trim
panel.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
CARAVAN, TOWN & COUNTRY, & VOYAGER
Inspect both No. 8 and 9 (9-amp) PTCs in junction block.
Junction block is located under left side of instrument panel.
* Inspect fuse No. 23 (40-amp) in Power Distribution Center
(PDC). PDC is located on left side of engine compartment.
* Inspect ground at instrument panel left side cowl.
DAKOTA & DURANGO
Inspect circuit breaker No. 20 (20-amp on Dakota, 25-amp on
Durango) in fuse block. Fuse block is located on left end of
instrument panel.
* Inspect fuse No. 9 (40-amp) in Power Distribution Center
(PDC). PDC is located in left front corner of engine