Ignition DODGE RAM 1999 Service Owner's Manual

next step.
5) Using an ohmmeter, check resistance between clockspring 2-
pin connector terminals No. 1 (Black/Light Blue wire) and No. 2 (Dark\
Green/Light Blue wire). If resistance is less than 5 ohms, repair
short between Dark Green/Light Blue wire and Black/Light Blue wire. If
resistance is more than 5 ohms, go to next step.
6) If there are no potential causes for this DTC remaining,
ACM is assumed to be defective. Replace ACM. See
AIR BAG CONTROL MODULE (ACM) under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.
DRIVER SQUIB CIRCUIT SHORTED TO BATTERY
NOTE: Perform AIR BAG VERIFICATION TEST after
all repairs. Each time a connector is disconnected, inspect
it to ensure it is in good condition. Always focus on circuit
being tested. Dirt, water and corrosion, are most common
problems in connectors. Due to manufacturer changes in wire
colors, use terminal identification whenever possible.
1) Disconnect battery and wait 2 minutes before proceeding.
Disconnect driver-side air bag module. Turn ignition on and reconnect
battery. Using DRB, read active codes. If DRB does not display DRIVER
SQUIB CIRCUIT SHORTED TO VOLTAGE, replace driver-side air bag module.
If DRB displays DRIVER SQUIB CIRCUIT SHORTED TO VOLTAGE, go to next
step.
2) Disconnect clockspring 2-pin connector. Using DRB, read
active codes. If DRB does not display DRIVER SQUIB CIRCUIT SHORTED TO
VOLTAGE, replace clockspring. If DRB displays DRIVER SQUIB CIRCUIT
SHORTED TO VOLTAGE, go to next step.
3) Disconnect battery and wait 2 minutes before proceeding.
Disconnect ACM 23-pin connector. Using a voltmeter, check voltage
between ground and clockspring connector terminals No. 1 (Black/Light
Blue wire) and No. 2 (Dark Green/Light Blue wire). If voltage is more\
than 5 volts on either circuit, repair short to voltage in Dark
Green/Light Blue wire or Black/Light Blue wire. If voltage is less
than 5 volts on either circuit, go to next step.
4) If there are no potential causes for this DTC remaining,
ACM is assumed to be defective. Replace ACM. See
AIR BAG CONTROL MODULE (ACM) under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.
DRIVER SQUIB CIRCUIT SHORTED TO GROUND
NOTE: Perform AIR BAG VERIFICATION TEST after
all repairs. Each time a connector is disconnected, inspect
it to ensure it is in good condition. Always focus on circuit
being tested. Dirt, water and corrosion, are most common
problems in connectors. Due to manufacturer changes in wire
colors, use terminal identification whenever possible.
1) Disconnect battery and wait 2 minutes before proceeding.
Disconnect driver-side air bag module. Turn ignition on (engine off)
and reconnect battery. Using DRB, read active codes. If DRB does not
display DRIVER SQUIB CIRCUIT SHORTED TO GROUND, replace driver-side
air bag module. If DRB displays DRIVER SQUIB CIRCUIT SHORTED TO
GROUND, go to next step.
2) Disconnect clockspring 2-pin connector. Using DRB, read
active codes. If DRB does not display DRIVER SQUIB CIRCUIT SHORTED TO
GROUND, replace clockspring. If DRB displays DRIVER SQUIB CIRCUIT
SHORTED TO GROUND, go to next step.
3) Disconnect battery and wait 2 minutes before proceeding.
Disconnect ACM 23-pin connector. Using an ohmmeter, check resistance
between ground and clockspring connector terminals No. 1 (Black/Light
Blue wire) and No. 2 (Dark Green/Light Blue wire). If resistance is

more than 5 ohms on either circuit, repair short to ground in Dark
Green/Light Blue wire or Black/Light Blue wire. If resistance is less
than 5 ohms on either circuit, go to next step.
4) If there are no potential causes for this DTC remaining,
ACM is assumed to be defective. Replace ACM. See
AIR BAG CONTROL MODULE (ACM) under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.
LOSS OF IGNITION RUN ONLY
NOTE: Perform AIR BAG VERIFICATION TEST after
all repairs. Each time a connector is disconnected, inspect
it to ensure it is in good condition. Always focus on circuit
being tested. Dirt, water and corrosion, are most common
problems in connectors. Due to manufacturer changes in wire
colors, use terminal identification whenever possible.
1) Remove and inspect fuse No. 18 located in junction block.
If fuse is blown, go to step 5). If fuse is good, go to next step.
2) Using a voltmeter, check voltage between ground and
ignition switch output RUN circuit at fuse No. 18. If voltage is less
than 10 volts, repair open ignition switch output RUN circuit. If
voltage is more than 10 volts, go to next step.
3) Reinstall fuse No. 18. Disconnect battery and wait 2
minutes before proceeding. Disconnect ACM connector. Turn ignition on,
then reconnect battery. Using a voltmeter, check voltage between
ground and ACM connector terminal No. 15 (Dark Blue/Yellow wire). If
voltage is more than 10 volts, go to next step. If voltage is less
than 10 volts, repair open in Dark Blue/Yellow wire.
4) If there are no potential causes for this DTC remaining,
ACM is assumed to be defective. Replace ACM. See
AIR BAG CONTROL MODULE (ACM) under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.
5) Turn ignition off. Using an ohmmeter, check resistance
between ground and fused ignition switch output RUN circuit at fuse
No. 18. If resistance is more than 5 ohms, replace fuse No. 18 located
in junction block. If resistance is less than 5 ohms, go to next step.
6) Disconnect battery and wait 2 minutes before proceeding.
Disconnect ACM connector. Using an ohmmeter, check resistance between
ground and ACM connector terminal No. 15 (Dark Blue/Yellow wire). If
resistance is less than 5 ohms, repair fused ignition switch output
RUN circuit for a short to ground and replace fuse. If resistance is
more than 5 ohms, go to next step.
7) If there are no potential causes for this DTC remaining,
ACM is assumed to be defective. Replace ACM and fuse No. 18. See
AIR BAG CONTROL MODULE (ACM) under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.
LOSS OF IGNITION RUN/START
NOTE: Perform AIR BAG VERIFICATION TEST after
all repairs. Each time a connector is disconnected, inspect
it to ensure it is in good condition. Always focus on circuit
being tested. Dirt, water and corrosion, are most common
problems in connectors. Due to manufacturer changes in wire
colors, use terminal identification whenever possible.
1) Remove and inspect fuse No. 19. If fuse is blown, go to
step 5). If fuse is good, go to next step.
2) Using a voltmeter, measure ignition switch output
RUN/START circuit between fuse No. 19 and ground. If voltage is less
than 10 volts, repair open ignition switch output RUN/START circuit.
If voltage is more than 10 volts, reinstall fuse No. 19. Disconnect
battery and wait 2 minutes before proceeding. Go to next step.
3) Disconnect ACM connector. Turn ignition on. Reconnect
battery. Using a voltmeter, check voltage between ground and ACM

connector terminal No. 14 (Light Green/Yellow wire). If voltage is
less than 10 volts, repair open in Light Green/Yellow wire. If voltage
is more than 10 volts, replace ACM.
4) If there are no potential causes for this DTC remaining,
ACM is assumed to be defective. Replace ACM. See
AIR BAG CONTROL MODULE (ACM) under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.
5) Turn ignition off. Turn PAD switch to the ON position (if
equipped). Using an ohmmeter, check resistance at fused ignition
switch output RUN/START circuit between fuse No. 19 and ground. If
resistance is more than 5 ohms, replace fuse. If resistance is less
than 5 ohms, disconnect battery and wait 2 minutes before proceeding.
Disconnect ACM connector. Using an ohmmeter, check resistance between
ground and ACM connector terminal No. 14 (Light Green/Yellow wire). If\
resistance is less than 5 ohms, go to next step. If resistance is more
than 5 ohms, replace ACM and fuse No. 19.
6) Disconnect PAD switch. Using an ohmmeter, check resistance
between ground and ACM connector terminal No. 14 (Light Green/Yellow
wire). If resistance is less than 5 ohms, repair short to ground in
Light Green/Yellow wire and replace fuse No. 19. If resistance is more
than 5 ohms, replace fuse No. 19 located in junction block and go to
next step.
7) If there are no potential causes for this DTC remaining,
ACM is assumed to be defective. Replace ACM. See
AIR BAG CONTROL MODULE (ACM) under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.
MISSING OR INVALID VIN MESSAGE
NOTE: Perform AIR BAG VERIFICATION TEST after
all repairs. Each time a connector is disconnected, inspect
it to ensure it is in good condition. Always focus on circuit
being tested. Dirt, water and corrosion, are most common
problems in connectors. Due to manufacturer changes in wire
colors, use terminal identification whenever possible.
1) Using DRB, select ENGINE PCM. If DRB displays NO RESPONSE
from PCM, go to NO RESPONSE FROM POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE under
VEHICLE COMMUNICATIONS. If DRB does not display NO RESPONSE from PCM
and vehicle is a Club Cab (BE) model, go to next step. If vehicle is
not a Club Cab (BE model), go step 3).
2) Using DRB, select PASSIVE RESTRAINTS, AIRBAG AND MONITORS.
Select VIN type (7th digit of VIN; VIN 2 or 3 on Club Cab). If DRB
does not display PCM VIN: BE, replace Powertrain Control Module (PCM).\
If DRB displays PCM VIN: BE, replace ACM.
3) Using DRB, select PASSIVE RESTRAINTS, AIRBAG AND MONITORS.
Select VIN type (7th digit of VIN; VIN 6 on Standard Cab). If DRB does\
not display PCM VIN: BR, replace Powertrain Control Module (PCM). If
DRB displays PCM VIN: BR, replace ACM.
NO CCD COMMUNICATION
NOTE: Perform AIR BAG VERIFICATION TEST after
all repairs. Each time a connector is disconnected, inspect
it to ensure it is in good condition. Always focus on circuit
being tested. Dirt, water and corrosion, are most common
problems in connectors. Due to manufacturer changes in wire
colors, use terminal identification whenever possible.
Using DRB, read active codes. If DRB displays NO CCD
COMMUNICATION as an active code, replace ACM. If DRB does not display
NO CCD COMMUNICATION as an active code, go to
REPAIRING STORED TROUBLE CODES .
NO CLUSTER CCD MESSAGE

NOTE: Perform AIR BAG VERIFICATION TEST after
all repairs. Each time a connector is disconnected, inspect
it to ensure it is in good condition. Always focus on circuit
being tested. Dirt, water and corrosion, are most common
problems in connectors. Due to manufacturer changes in wire
colors, use terminal identification whenever possible.
1) Using DRB, select ELECRO/MECH CLUSTER (MIC). If DRB
displays NO RESPONSE FROM MIC, go to
NO RESPONSE FROM INSTRUMENT CLUSTER under VEHICLE COMMUNICATIONS. If
DRB does not display NO RESPONSE FROM MIC, go to next step.
2) Using DRB, select PASSIVE RESTRAINTS, AIRBAG, MONITORS,
AND WARNING LAMP STATUS to read lamp messages from cluster. If ACM
lamp request displays NO RESP, replace ACM. If ACM lamp request does
not display NO RESP, go to next step.
3) Disconnect battery and wait 2 minutes before proceeding.
Disconnect ACM 23-pin connector. Disconnect mechanical instrument
cluster Black connector "A". Go to next step.
4) Using an ohmmeter, check resistance between mechanical
instrument cluster Black connector "A" terminal No. 9 (White/Black
wire) and ACM connector terminal No. 22 (White/Black wire). Also,
check resistance between mechanical instrument cluster Black connector
"A" terminal No. 10 (Violet/Brown wire) and ACM connector terminal No.\
21 (Violet/Brown wire). Go to next step.
5) If resistance is less than 5 ohms on both circuits,
replace instrument cluster. If resistance is more than 5 ohms on both
circuits, repair open in CCD bus circuit(s).
PASSENGER SQUIB CIRCUIT OPEN
NOTE: Perform AIR BAG VERIFICATION TEST after
all repairs. Each time a connector is disconnected, inspect
it to ensure it is in good condition. Always focus on circuit
being tested. Dirt, water and corrosion, are most common
problems in connectors. Due to manufacturer changes in wire
colors, use terminal identification whenever possible.
1) Disconnect battery and wait 2 minutes before proceeding.
Disconnect passenger-side air bag module. Connect a jumper wire
between passenger-side air bag module 2-pin connector terminals "A"
(Black/Yellow wire) and "B" (Dark Green/Yellow wire). Turn ignition
on. Reconnect battery. Using DRB, read active codes. If DRB displays
PASSENGER SIDE SQUIB SHORT, replace passenger-side air bag module. If
not, go to next step.
2) Remove jumper wire. Disconnect battery and wait 2 minutes
before proceeding. Disconnect ACM connector. Disconnect PAD switch 4-
pin connector. Using an ohmmeter, check resistance between passenger-
side air bag module 2-pin connector terminal "A" (Black/Yellow wire)
and PAD switch 4-pin connector (harness side) terminal No. 3
(Black/Yellow wire). If resistance is less than 5 ohms, go to next
step. If resistance is more than 5 ohms, repair open or high
resistance in Black/Yellow wire.
3) Using an ohmmeter, check resistance between PAD switch 4-
pin connector (harness side) terminal No. 3 (Black/Yellow wire) and
passenger-side air bag module 2-pin connector terminal "B" (Dark
Green/Yellow wire). If resistance is more than 5 ohms, repair open or
high resistance in Dark Green/Yellow wire. If resistance is less than
5 ohms, go to next step.
4) Using an ohmmeter, check resistance between PAD switch 4-
pin connector (harness side) terminals No. 2 (Violet/Yellow wire) an\
d
No. 4 (Dark Green/Yellow wire). Also, check resistance between PAD
switch 4-pin connector (harness side) terminals No. 1 (Brown/Yellow

wire) and No. 3 (Black/Yellow wire). If resistance is more than 5 ohm\
s
on either circuit, replace PAD switch. If resistance is less than 5
ohms on either circuit, go to next step.
5) Using an ohmmeter, check resistance between ACM connector
terminal No. 7 (Brown/Yellow wire) and PAD switch 4-pin connector
(harness side) terminal No. 4 (Dark Green/Yellow wire). If resistanc\
e
is more than 5 ohms, repair open or high resistance in Brown/Yellow
wire. If resistance is less than 5 ohms, go to next step.
6) Using an ohmmeter, check resistance between ACM connector
terminal No. 8 (Violet/Yellow wire) and PAD switch 4-pin connector
(harness side) terminal No. 3 (Black/Yellow wire). If resistance is
more than 5 ohms, repair open or high resistance in Violet/Yellow
wire. If resistance is less than 5 ohms, go to next step.
7) If there are no potential causes for this DTC remaining,
ACM is assumed to be defective. Replace ACM. See
AIR BAG CONTROL MODULE (ACM) under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.
PASSENGER SQUIB CIRCUIT SHORTED
NOTE: Perform AIR BAG VERIFICATION TEST after
all repairs. Each time a connector is disconnected, inspect
it to ensure it is in good condition. Always focus on circuit
being tested. Dirt, water and corrosion, are most common
problems in connectors. Due to manufacturer changes in wire
colors, use terminal identification whenever possible.
1) Turn ignition off. Turn PAD switch to the ON position.
Turn ignition on (engine off). Using DRB, read active codes. If DRB
displays PASSENGER SIDE SQUIB SHORTED DTC, go to next step. If DRB
does not display PASSENGER SIDE SQUIB SHORTED DTC, go to appropriate
diagnostic test.
2) Turn ignition off. Disconnect battery and wait 2 minutes
before proceeding. Disconnect passenger-side air bag module connector.
Disconnect clockspring connector. Go to next step.
3) Using an ohmmeter, check resistance between Passenger-side
air bag 2-pin connector terminal "B" (Dark Green/Yellow wire) and
clockspring 2-pin connector terminal No. 1 (Black/Light Blue wire). If\
resistance is less than 5 ohms, repair short between Dark Green/Yellow
wire and Black/Light Blue wire. If resistance is more than 5 ohms, go
to next step.
4) Using an ohmmeter, check resistance between passenger-side
air bag module 2-pin connector terminal "A" (Black/Yellow wire) and
clockspring 2-pin connector terminal No. 2 (Dark Green/Light Blue
wire). If resistance is less than 5 ohms, repair short between
Black/Yellow wire and Dark Green/Light Blue wire. If resistance is
more than 5 ohms, go to next step.
5) Using an ohmmeter, check resistance between passenger-side
air bag clockspring 2-pin connector terminals. If resistance is less
than 5 ohms, go to next step. If resistance is more than 5 ohms,
replace passenger-side air bag module.
6) Disconnect PAD switch 4-pin connector. Using an ohmmeter,
check resistance between passenger-side air bag module 4-pin connector
(harness side) terminals "A" (Black/Yellow wire) and "B" (Dark
Green/Yellow wire). If resistance is less than 5 ohms, repair short
between Dark Green/Yellow wire Black/Yellow wire. If resistance is
more than 5 ohms, go to next step.
7) Using an ohmmeter, check resistance between PAD switch 4-
pin connector (harness side) terminals No. 1 (Brown/Yellow wire) and\
No. 2 (Violet/Yellow wire). If resistance is less than 5 ohms in
either circuit, repair short between Brown/Yellow wire and
Violet/Yellow wire. If resistance is more than 5 ohms, go to next
step.
8) If there are no potential causes for this DTC remaining,

ACM is assumed to be defective. Replace ACM. See
AIR BAG CONTROL MODULE (ACM) under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.
PASSENGER SQUIB CIRCUIT SHORTED TO GROUND
NOTE: Perform AIR BAG VERIFICATION TEST after
all repairs. Each time a connector is disconnected, inspect
it to ensure it is in good condition. Always focus on circuit
being tested. Dirt, water and corrosion, are most common
problems in connectors. Due to manufacturer changes in wire
colors, use terminal identification whenever possible.
1) Disconnect battery and wait 2 minutes before proceeding.
Turn PAD switch to the ON position. Using DRB, read active codes. If
DRB displays PASSENGER SIDE SQUIB SHORTED TO GROUND, go to next step.
If DRB does not display PASSENGER SIDE SQUIB SHORTED TO GROUND,
replace PAD switch.
2) Disconnect passenger-side air bag module connector. Using
an ohmmeter, check resistance between ground and passenger-side air
bag module 2-pin connector terminals "A" (Black/Yellow wire) and "B"
(Dark Green/Yellow wire). If resistance is less than 5 ohms, go to
next step. If resistance is more than 5 ohms, replace passenger-side
air bag module.
3) Disconnect ACM 23-pin connector. Using an ohmmeter, check
resistance between ground and passenger-side air bag module 2-pin
connector terminals "A" (Black/Yellow wire) and "B" (Dark Green/Yello\
w
wire). If resistance is less than 5 ohms in either circuit, go to next
step. If resistance is more than 5 ohms, replace ACM.
4) Disconnect PAD switch 4-pin connector. Using an ohmmeter,
check resistance between ground and passenger-side air bag module 2-
pin connector terminals "A" (Black/Yellow wire) and "B" (Dark
Green/Yellow wire). If resistance is less than 5 ohms in either
circuit, repair short in Black/Yellow wire or Dark Green/Yellow wire.
If resistance is more than 5 volt in either circuit, go to next step.
5) Using an ohmmeter, check resistance between ground and PAD
switch 4-pin connector (harness side) terminals No. 1 (Brown/Yellow
wire) and No. 2 (Violet/Yellow wire). If resistance is less than 5
ohms on either circuit, repair short in Brown/Yellow wire or
Violet/Yellow wire. If voltage is more than 5 ohms on either circuit,
replace PAD switch.
PASSENGER SQUIB CIRCUIT SHORTED TO BATTERY
NOTE: Perform AIR BAG VERIFICATION TEST after
all repairs. Each time a connector is disconnected, inspect
it to ensure it is in good condition. Always focus on circuit
being tested. Dirt, water and corrosion, are most common
problems in connectors. Due to manufacturer changes in wire
colors, use terminal identification whenever possible.
1) Turn ignition off. Turn PAD switch to the ON position.
Turn ignition on (engine off). Using DRB, read active codes. If DRB
displays PASSENGER SIDE SQUIB SHORTED TO BATTERY, go to next step. If
DRB does not display PASSENGER SIDE SQUIB SHORTED TO BATTERY, go to
appropriate diagnostic test.
2) Disconnect battery and wait 2 minutes before proceeding.
Disconnect passenger-side air bag module connector. Turn ignition on.
Reconnect battery. Using DRB, read active codes. If DRB does not
display PASS SQUIB SHORTED TO BATTERY, replace passenger-side air bag
module. If DRB displays PASS SQUIB SHORTED TO BATTERY, go to next
step.
3) Disconnect battery and wait 2 minutes before proceeding.
Disconnect ACM 23-pin connector. Turn ignition on (engine off).

Reconnect battery. Using a voltmeter, check voltage between ground and
passenger-side air bag module 2-pin connector terminals "A" and "B".
If voltage is more than 0.5 volt on either circuit, go to next step.
If voltage is less than 0.5 volt on either circuit, replace ACM.
4) Disconnect PAD switch 4-pin connector. Using a voltmeter,
check voltage between ground and passenger-side air bag module 2-pin
connector terminals "A" (Black/Yellow wire) and "B" (Dark Green/Yello\
w
wire). If voltage is more than 0.5 volt in either circuit, repair
short in Black/Yellow wire or Dark Green/Yellow wire. If voltage is
less than 0.5 volt in either circuit, go to next step.
5) Using a voltmeter, check voltage between ground and PAD
switch 4-pin connector (harness side) terminals No. 1 (Brown/Yellow
wire) and No. 2 (Violet/Yellow wire). If voltage is more than 0.5 vol\
t
on either circuit, repair short in Brown/Yellow wire or Violet/Yellow
wire. If voltage is less than 0.5 volt on either circuit, replace PAD
switch.
REPAIRING SEAT BELT CONTROL TIMER MODULE (SCTM)
NOTE: Perform AIR BAG VERIFICATION TEST after
all repairs. Each time a connector is disconnected, inspect
it to ensure it is in good condition. Always focus on circuit
being tested. Dirt, water and corrosion, are most common
problems in connectors. Due to manufacturer changes in wire
colors, use terminal identification whenever possible.
1) Using a voltmeter, backprobe (do not disconnect connector)\
main seat connector terminal No. 10 (Light Green/Black wire) to
ground. See WIRING DIAGRAMS for terminal identification. If voltage is
between 1-3 volts, replace ACM. If voltage is less than one volt,
repair open in Light Green/Black wire. If voltage is between 9-10
volts, perform Seat Belt Control Timer Module (SCTM) diagnostics.
Repair as required. If voltage is not between 9-10 volts, go to next
step.
2) Disconnect SCTM connector. Using a voltmeter, check
voltage between ground and SCTM connector terminal No. 11 (Light
Green/Black wire). If voltage is between 9-10 volts, replace SCTM. If
voltage is not between 9-10 volts, go to next step.
3) Turn ignition off. Using an ohmmeter, check resistance
between ground and SCTM connector terminal No. 11 (Light Green/Black
wire). If resistance is less than 5 ohms, repair short in Light
Green/Black wire. If resistance is more than 5 ohms, go to next step.
4) Using an ohmmeter, check resistance between ground and
SCTM connector terminals No. 6 (Black/Light Green wire) and No. 13
(Black/Pink wire). If resistance is more than 5 ohms on either
circuit, repair open in Black/Light Green wire or Black/Pink wire. If
resistance is less than 5 ohms on either circuit, go to next step.
5) Turn ignition off. Using a voltmeter, check voltage
between ground and SCTM connector terminal No. 4 (Dark Blue wire). If
voltage is less than 10 volts, repair open in Dark Blue wire. If
voltage is more than 10 volts, go to next step.
6) Using a voltmeter, check voltage between ground and SCTM
connector terminal No. 5 (Pink wire). If voltage is less than 10
volts, repair open in Pink wire. If voltage is more than 10 volts,
replace SCTM.
REPAIRING SCTM MESSAGE MISMATCH
NOTE: Perform AIR BAG VERIFICATION TEST after
all repairs. Each time a connector is disconnected, inspect
it to ensure it is in good condition. Always focus on circuit
being tested. Dirt, water and corrosion, are most common
problems in connectors. Due to manufacturer changes in wire

step.
4) Observe AIR BAG warning light. Turn ignition off and wait
5 minutes. After 5 minutes, turn ignition on (engine off). If AIR BAG
warning light comes on for 6 to 8 seconds, replace ACM. If AIR BAG
warning light does not come on for 6 to 8 seconds, replace instrument
cluster.
REPAIRING PAD SWITCH
NOTE: Perform AIR BAG VERIFICATION TEST after
all repairs. Each time a connector is disconnected, inspect
it to ensure it is in good condition. Always focus on circuit
being tested. Dirt, water and corrosion, are most common
problems in connectors. Due to manufacturer changes in wire
colors, use terminal identification whenever possible.
1) Using DRB, read active DTCs. If DRB displays LOSS OF
IGNITION RUN/START, go to LOSS OF IGNITION RUN/START. If DRB does not
display LOSS OF IGNITION RUN/START, go to next step.
2) Disconnect PAD switch 2-pin connector. Using a voltmeter,
check voltage between PAD switch 2-pin connector terminals No. 1
(Light Green/Yellow wire) and No. 2 (Black wire). If voltage is less\
than 10 volts, repair open in Light Green/Yellow wire. If voltage is
more than 10 volts, go to next step.
3) Turn ignition off. Using an ohmmeter, check resistance
between ground and PAD switch connector terminal No. 2 (Black wire).
If resistance is more than 5 ohms, repair open in Black wire. If
resistance is less than 5 ohms, replace PAD switch.
PAD SWITCH INDICATOR PROBLEMS
1) If PAD switch off indicator fails to illuminate in OFF
position, go to next step. If PAD switch off indicator does not fail
to illuminate in OFF position, go to step 5).
2) Using DRB, read active DTCs. If DRB displays LOSS OF
IGNITION RUN/START, go to diagnostic test for that DTC. If DRB does
not display LOSS OF IGNITION RUN/START, go to next step.
3) Disconnect PAD switch 2-pin connector. Turn ignition on.
Measure voltage between ground and PAD switch 2-pin connector Light
Green/Yellow wire. If voltage is more than 10 volts, go to next step.
If voltage is less than 10 volts, repair open in Light Green/Yellow
wire.
4) Turn ignition off. Measure resistance between ground and
PAD switch 2-pin connector Black/Pink wire. If resistance is less than
5 ohms, replace PAD switch. If resistance is more than 5 ohms, repair
open in Black/Pink wire.
5) Ensure battery is fully charged. Using DRB, read and
record both active and stored code(s). Erase stored codes. Check for
active DTC(s) in either PAD switch position. If PAD switch off
indicator illuminates in ON position, replace PAD switch. If PAD
switch off indicator does not illuminate in ON position, test
complete.
AIR BAG VERIFICATION TEST
1) Remove all jumper wires. Reconnect all previously
disconnected components (except battery). Turn ignition on and
reconnect battery. Connect DRB to data link connector. Using DRB,
erase stored codes.
2) Turn ignition off and wait 15 seconds before turning
ignition on. Wait one minute. Read active codes. If DRB displays any
active codes, perform appropriate diagnostic test. If DRB does not
display any active codes, go to next step.

3) Using DRB, read stored codes. If DRB displays stored
codes, perform appropriate diagnostic test. If DRB does not display
any stored codes, system is operating properly at this time.
COMPONENT VERIFICATION TEST
Reconnect all previously disconnected components and
connectors. Turn ignition on (engine off). Fully operate system that
was malfunctioning. If system operates properly, repair is complete.
If system does not operate properly, go to appropriate diagnostic
test.
VEHICLE COMMUNICATIONS
VEHICLE COMMUNICATION PROBLEMS
NOTE: Use this test only when instructed to do so by another
diagnostic test. Due to manufacturer changes in wire
colors, use terminal identification whenever possible.
DRB Blank Screen
If DRB Screen is blank, disconnect DRB from data link
connector. Ensure good ground exists at data link connector terminal
No. 4 (Black/Tan wire). Ensure 12-volts exists at data link connector
terminal No. 16 (Pink wire). If 12-volts does not exist, check for
blown fuse No. 12 located in power distribution center. If no problems
can be found, try a different DRB cable and/or a different DRB.
No Response Condition
If no response condition from Air Bag Control Module (ACM)
exists, go to NO RESPONSE FROM AIR BAG CONTROL MODULE .
NO RESPONSE FROM AIR BAG CONTROL MODULE
NOTE: Perform COMPONENT VERIFICATION TEST under DIAGNOSTIC TESTS
after all repairs. Each time a connector is disconnected,
inspect it to ensure it is in good condition. Always focus on
circuit being tested. Dirt, water and corrosion, are most
common problems in connectors. Due to manufacturer changes in
wire colors, use terminal identification whenever possible.
1) Remove and inspect fuse No. 19. If fuse is blown, go to
OPEN FUSED IGNITION SWITCH OUTPUT (RUN/START) CKT . If not, go to next
step.
2) Using a voltmeter, measure ignition switch output
RUN/START at fuse No. 19. See WIRING DIAGRAMS. If voltage is more than
10 volts, go to next step. If voltage is less than 10 volts, repair
open ignition switch output RUN/START circuit.
3) Turn ignition off and wait 2 minutes. Disconnect ACM
connector. Reinstall fuse No. 19. Turn ignition on (engine off). Using\
a voltmeter, check voltage at ACM connector terminal No. 14 (Light
Green/Yellow wire). If voltage is more than 10 volts, go to next step.
If voltage is less than 10 volts, repair open in Light Green/Yellow
wire.
4) Turn ignition off. Using DRB in ohmmeter mode, check
resistance at ACM connector terminal No. 4 (Black/Pink wire). If
resistance is more than 5 ohms, repair open in Black/Pink wire. If
resistance is less than 5 ohms, go to next step.
5) Turn ignition on (engine off). Using DRB in voltmeter
mode, check voltage at ACM connector terminal No. 21 (Violet/Brown
wire). If voltage is 1.8-2.6 volts, go to next step. If voltage is not
1.8-2.6 volts, repair open in Violet/Brown wire.

6) Using DRB in voltmeter mode, check voltage at ACM
connector terminal No. 22 (White/Black wire). If voltage is 1.8-2.6
volts, replace ACM. If voltage is not 1.8-2.6 volts, repair open in
White/Black wire.
OPEN FUSED IGNITION SWITCH OUTPUT (RUN/START) CKT
NOTE: Perform COMPONENT VERIFICATION TEST under DIAGNOSTIC TESTS
after all repairs. Each time a connector is disconnected,
inspect it to ensure it is in good condition. Always focus on
circuit being tested. Dirt, water and corrosion, are most
common problems in connectors. Due to manufacturer changes in
wire colors, use terminal identification whenever possible.
1) Turn ignition on (engine off). Using DRB in voltmeter
mode, probe output side (Dark Blue wire) of fuse No. 19 located in
junction block. If voltage is less than 10 volts, repair open in Dark
Blue wire. If voltage is more than 10 volts, go to next step.
2) Turn ignition off and wait 2 minutes before proceeding.
Using DRB in ohmmeter mode, probe fused side (Light Green/Yellow wire)\
of fuse No. 19 located in junction block. If resistance is less than 5
ohms, go to next step. If resistance is more than 5 ohms, go to step
4).
3) Disconnect ACM connector. Using DRB in ohmmeter mode,
probe fused side (Light Green/Yellow wire) of fuse No. 19 located in
junction block. If resistance is less than 5 ohms, repair short to
ground in Light Green/Yellow wire an replace fuse No. 19. If
resistance is more than 5 ohms, replace ACM and fuse No. 19.
4) Turn ignition off and wait 2 minutes before proceeding.
Disconnect ACM. Using an ohmmeter, check resistance between ACM
connector terminal No. 14 (Light Green/Yellow wire) and fused side
(Light Green/Yellow wire) of fuse No. 19 located in junction block. If\
resistance is more than 5 ohms, repair open in Light Green/Yellow wire
and replace fuse No. 19. If resistance is less than 5 ohms, go to next
step.
5) Reconnect ACM connector. Turn ignition on (engine off).
replace fuse No. 19. Perform appropriate diagnostic test under
DIAGNOSTIC TESTS.
NO RESPONSE FROM POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE
NOTE: Perform COMPONENT VERIFICATION TEST under DIAGNOSTIC TESTS
after all repairs. Each time a connector is disconnected,
inspect it to ensure it is in good condition. Always focus on
circuit being tested. Dirt, water and corrosion, are most
common problems in connectors. Due to manufacturer changes in
wire colors, use terminal identification whenever possible.
1) If engine does not run, repair as required. If engine
runs, disconnect Powertrain Control Module (PCM) connectors. Connect a\
jumper wire between ground and PCM Gray connector terminal C30
(Violet/Brown wire). Using DRB, perform CCD bus test. If DRB does not
display SHORT TO GROUND, repair open Violet/Brown wire. If DRB
displays SHORT TO GROUND, go to next step.
2) Connect a jumper wire between ground and PCM Gray
connector terminal C28 (White/Black wire). Using DRB, perform CCD bus
test. If DRB does not display SHORT TO GROUND, repair open White/Black
wire. If DRB displays SHORT TO GROUND, replace PCM.
REPAIRING SHORT TO BATTERY
NOTE: Perform COMPONENT VERIFICATION TEST under DIAGNOSTIC TESTS
after all repairs. Each time a connector is disconnected,