DODGE RAM 1999 Service Repair Manual
Manufacturer: DODGE, Model Year: 1999, Model line: RAM, Model: DODGE RAM 1999Pages: 1691, PDF Size: 40.34 MB
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minimum specification for vehicle as equipped and test to that
specific battery's CCA.
Definition of Terms
* Battery Performance Testing
Testing that determines whether or not a battery meets both
vehicle OEM and battery manufacturer's specifications.
* Cold Cranking Amp (CCA) Rating
The number of amperes a new, fully charged battery at
0
F (-17.8 C) can deliver for 30 seconds and maintain at
least a voltage of 1.2 volts per cell (7.2 volts for a
12-volt battery).
* Cranking Amps (CA)
The number of amperes a new, fully charged battery, typically
at 32
F (0 C) can deliver for 30 seconds and maintain at
least a voltage of 1.2 volts per cell (7.2 volts for a
12-volt battery).
* OEM Cranking Amps
The minimum CCA required by the original vehicle manufacturer
for a specific vehicle.
BATTERY INSPECTION
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Condition Code Procedure
Battery frozen .......... .. ......... ( 1) Further inspection
required.
Case leaking ............ A ............ Require replacement.
Casing swollen .......... A .......... ( 2) Further inspection
required.
Circuit open internally . A ............ Require replacement.
Electrolyte
contamination .......... A ........... ( 2) Further inspection
required.
Electrolyte
discoloration .......... A .......... ( 2) Further inspection
required.
Fails to accept and hold
charge ................. A ........ ( 3) Require replacement.
Fluid level low ......... B .......... ( 4) Further inspection
required.
Out of performance
specification for
battery ................ B ........ ( 5) Require replacement.
Out of specification for
application ............ B ........ ( 5) Require replacement.
Post (top or side) burned,
affecting performance .. A ........... ( 6) Require repair or
replacement.
Post (top or side) burned,
not affecting
performance ............ 2 ........... ( 6) Suggest repair or
replacement.
Post (top or side)
corroded, affecting
performance ............ A ................. Require repair.
Post (top or side)
corroded, not affecting
performance ............ 2 ................. Suggest repair.
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Post (top or side)
loose .................. A ............ Require replacement.
Post (top or side) melted,
affecting performance .. A ........... (6) Require repair or
replacement.
Post (top or side) melted,
not affecting
performance ............ 2 ........... ( 6) Suggest repair or
replacement.
Specific gravity low .... B .......... ( 7) Further inspection
required.
State of charge low ..... A .......... ( 7) Further inspection
required.
Top dirty ............... 2 ....... Suggest cleaning battery.
Top wet ................. A ... ( 8) Require cleaning battery.
Further inspection required.
Vent cap loose .......... A ... Require repair or replacement
of vent cap.
Vent cap missing ........ C .......... Require replacement of
vent cap.
( 1) - DO NOT attempt to charge a frozen battery. Allow battery
to warm thoroughly and then performance-test. If battery
fails performance test, require replacement.
( 2) - No service suggested or required unless the battery fails
performance test, in which case, require replacement.
( 3) - This phrase refers to a battery that fails to either
accept and/or retain a charge using appropriate times
listed in the Battery Charging Guide of the BCI Service
Manual, battery charger operating manual, or battery
manufacturer's specifications.
( 4) - Determine cause of low fluid level. Refill to proper
level(s) with water (distilled water preferred). Recharge
battery and performance-test. If battery does not meet
specifications, require replacement. If battery is sealed
type (non-removable filler caps), require replacement.
( 5) - The battery may meet battery manufacturer's specifications
but test below the minimum specification defined by the
vehicle's OEM for that vehicle.
( 6) - Determine cause and correct prior to repair or replacement
of part.
( 7) - Recharge and test to manufacturer's specifications. If
battery fails performance test, require replacement.
( 8) - Check fluid level and adjust to manufacturer's
specification. Suggest checking charging system for
proper operation.
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BATTERY CABLES
See BATTERY CABLES, WIRES AND CONNECTORS .
BATTERY CABLES, WIRES AND CONNECTORS
BATTERY CABLE, WIRE AND CONNECTOR INSPECTION \
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Condition Code Procedure
Application incorrect ... B .. Require repair or replacement.
Attaching hardware
broken ................. A ... Require repair or replacement
of hardware.
Attaching hardware
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missing ................ C .......... Require replacement of
hardware.
Attaching hardware not
functioning ............ A ... Require repair or replacement
of hardware.
Connector broken ........ A .. Require repair or replacement.
Connector melted ........ A ........... (1) Require repair or
replacement.
Connector missing ....... C ............ Require replacement.
Insulation damaged,
conductors exposed ..... A ........... ( 2) Require repair or
replacement.
Insulation damaged,
conductors not exposed . 1 ............ Suggest replacement.
Open .................... A .. Require repair or replacement.
Protective shield
(conduit) melted ....... 2 ........... ( 1) Suggest repair or
replacement.
Protective shield
(conduit) missing ...... 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement.
Resistance (voltage drop)
out of specification ... A .. Require repair or replacement.
Routed incorrectly ...... B ................. Require repair.
Secured incorrectly ..... B ................. Require repair.
Shorted ................. A .. Require repair or replacement.
Terminal broken ......... A .. Require repair or replacement.
Terminal burned, affecting
performance ............ A ........... ( 1) Require repair or
replacement.
Terminal burned, not
affecting performance .. 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement.
Terminal corroded,
affecting performance .. A .. Require repair or replacement.
Terminal corroded, not
affecting performance .. 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement.
Terminal loose, affecting
performance ............ B .. Require repair or replacement.
Terminal loose, not
affecting performance .. 1 .. Suggest repair or replacement.
Voltage drop out of
specification .......... A .. Require repair or replacement.
( 1) - Determine cause and correct prior to repair or
replacement of part.
( 2) - Exposed conductor at replacement (aftermarket) terminal
end does not require repair or replacement.
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BATTERY HOLD DOWN HARDWARE
See BATTERY TRAYS AND HOLD DOWN HARDWARE .
BATTERY TRAYS AND HOLD DOWN HARDWARE
BATTERY TRAY AND HOLD DOWN HARDWARE INSPECTION \
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Condition Code Procedure
Battery improperly
secured ................ 2 ................. Suggest repair.
Bent, affecting
performance ............ A .. Require repair or replacement.
Bent, not affecting
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performance ............ .. ........ No service suggested or
required.
Broken, affecting
performance ............ A .. Require repair or replacement.
Broken, not affecting
performance ............ .. ........ No service suggested or
required.
Corroded, affecting
performance ............ A .. Require repair or replacement.
Corroded, not affecting
performance ............ 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement.
Cracked, affecting
performance ............ A .. Require repair or replacement.
Cracked, not affecting
performance ............ 1 .. Suggest repair or replacement.
Missing ................. C ............ Require replacement.
Threads damaged ......... A .. Require repair or replacement.
Threads stripped (threads
missing) ............... A ............ Require replacement.
Water drain clogged ..... A ................. Require repair.
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BATTERY WIRES
See BATTERY CABLES, WIRES AND CONNECTORS .
BELTS
BELT INSPECTION \
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Condition Code Procedure
Alignment incorrect ..... B .......... ( 1) Further inspection
required.
Cracked ................. 1 ............ Suggest replacement.
Frayed .................. 1 ............ Suggest replacement.
Missing ................. C ............ Require replacement.
Noisy ................... 2 .......... ( 2) Further inspection
required.
Plies separated ......... A ............ Require replacement.
Tension out of
specification .......... B ........... Require adjustment or
replacement.
Worn beyond adjustment
range .................. B ............ Require replacement.
Worn so it contacts bottom
of pulley .............. A ............ Require replacement.
( 1) - Determine cause of incorrect alignment and require repair.
( 2) - Determine cause of noise and suggest repair.
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BULB SOCKETS
BULB SOCKET INSPECTION \
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Condition Code Procedure
Attaching hardware
broken ................. A ... Require repair or replacement
of hardware.
Attaching hardware
missing ................ C .......... Require replacement of
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hardware.
Attaching hardware not
functioning ............ A ... Require repair or replacement
of hardware.
Bulb seized in socket ... A .. Require repair or replacement.
Burned, affecting
performance ............ A ........... (1) Require repair or
replacement.
Burned, not affecting
performance ............ 2 ........... ( 1) Suggest repair or
replacement.
Broken .................. A .. Require repair or replacement.
Connector broken ........ A .. Require repair or replacement.
Connector missing ....... C ............ Require replacement.
Connector (Weatherpack
type) leaking .......... A .. Require repair or replacement.
Connector melted ........ A ........... ( 1) Require repair or
replacement.
Corroded, affecting
performance ............ A .. Require repair or replacement.
Corroded, not affecting
performance ............ 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement.
Leaking ................. A .. Require repair or replacement.
Melted .................. A ........ ( 2) Require replacement.
Shorted ................. A .. Require repair or replacement.
Terminal broken ......... A .. Require repair or replacement.
Terminal burned, affecting
performance ............ A ........... ( 2) Require repair or
replacement.
Terminal burned, not
affecting performance .. 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement.
Terminal corroded,
affecting performance .. A .. Require repair or replacement.
Terminal corroded, not
affecting performance .. 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement.
Terminal loose, affecting
performance ............ B .. Require repair or replacement.
Terminal loose, not
affecting performance .. 1 .. Suggest repair or replacement.
( 1) - Determine cause and correct prior to repair or
replacement of socket.
( 2) - Determine cause and correct prior to replacement of part.
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BULBS, SEALED BEAMS AND LEDS
NOTE: Does not include soldered-in components.
BULB, SEALED BEAM AND LED INSPECTION
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Condition Code Procedure
Adjustment out of
specification .......... B .. Require repair or replacement.
Application incorrect ... B ........ ( 1) Require replacement.
Attaching hardware
broken ................. A ... Require repair or replacement
of hardware.
Attaching hardware
missing ................ C .......... Require replacement of
hardware.
Attaching hardware not
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functioning ............ A ... Require repair or replacement
of hardware.
Base burned, affecting
performance ............ A ........... (2) Require repair or
replacement.
Base burned, not affecting
performance ............ 2 ........... ( 2) Suggest repair or
replacement.
Base corroded, affecting
performance ............ A .. Require repair or replacement.
Base corroded, not
affecting performance .. 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement.
Base leaking ............ A .. Require repair or replacement.
Base loose, affecting
performance ............ B .. Require repair or replacement.
Base loose, not affecting
performance ............ 1 .. Suggest repair or replacement.
Base melted ............. A ........ ( 2) Require replacement.
Bracket bent, affecting
performance ............ A .. Require repair or replacement.
Bracket bent, not
affecting performance .. .. ........ No service suggested or
required.
Bracket broken, affecting
performance ............ A ............ Require replacement.
Bracket broken, not
affecting performance .. .. ........ No service suggested or
required.
Bracket corroded,
affecting performance .. A .. Require repair or replacement.
Bracket corroded, not
affecting performance .. 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement.
Bracket cracked, affecting
performance ............ A .. Require repair or replacement.
Bracket cracked, not
affecting performance .. 1 .. Suggest repair or replacement.
Bracket loose, affecting
performance ............ A .. Require repair or replacement.
Bracket loose, not
affecting performance .. 1 .. Suggest repair or replacement.
Bracket missing ......... C ............ Require replacement.
Burned out .............. A ............ Require replacement.
Connector broken ........ A .. Require repair or replacement.
Connector (Weatherpack
type) leaking .......... A .. Require repair or replacement.
Connector melted ........ A ........... ( 2) Require repair or
replacement.
Connector missing ....... C ............ Require replacement.
Corroded, affecting
performance ............ A .. Require repair or replacement.
Corroded, not affecting
performance ............ 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement.
Cracked ................. A ............ Require replacement.
Intermittent ............ A ............ Require replacement.
Lamp base melted ........ A ........ ( 2) Require replacement.
Leaking ................. A .. Require repair or replacement.
Missing ................. C ............ Require replacement.
Seized in socket ........ A .. Require repair or replacement.
Terminal broken ......... A .. Require repair or replacement.
Terminal burned, affecting
performance ............ A ........... ( 2) Require repair or
replacement.
Terminal burned, not
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affecting performance .. 2 ........... (2) Suggest repair or
replacement.
Terminal corroded,
affecting performance .. A .. Require repair or replacement.
Terminal corroded, not
affecting performance .. 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement.
Terminal loose, affecting
performance ............ B .. Require repair or replacement.
Terminal loose, not
affecting performance .. 1 .. Suggest repair or replacement.
Threads damaged ......... A .. Require repair or replacement.
Threads stripped (threads
missing) ............... A ............ Require replacement.
( 1) - Application incorrect includes wrong bulb coating or
color.
( 2) - Determine cause and correct prior to repair or
replacement of part.
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CD PLAYERS
See TAPE PLAYERS AND CD PLAYERS .
CIGARETTE LIGHTER ASSEMBLIES
CIGARETTE LIGHTER ASSEMBLY INSPECTION \
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Condition Code Procedure
Attaching hardware
broken ................. A ... Require repair or replacement
of hardware.
Attaching hardware
missing ................ C .......... Require replacement of
hardware.
Attaching hardware not
functioning ............ A ... Require repair or replacement
of hardware.
Inoperative ............. A ........... ( 1) Require repair or
replacement.
Loose ................... A .. Require repair or replacement.
Missing ................. 2 ............ Suggest replacement.
Sticking ................ A .. Require repair or replacement.
Terminal broken ......... A .. Require repair or replacement.
Terminal burned, affecting
performance ............ A ........... ( 2) Require repair or
replacement.
Terminal burned, not
affecting performance .. 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement.
Terminal corroded,
affecting performance .. A .. Require repair or replacement.
Terminal corroded, not
affecting performance .. 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement.
Terminal loose, affecting
performance ............ B .. Require repair or replacement.
Terminal loose, not
affecting performance .. 1 .. Suggest repair or replacement.
( 1) - Inoperative includes intermittent operation or out of OEM
specification.
( 2) - Determine cause and correct prior to repair or replacement
of part.
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CIRCUIT BREAKERS
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CIRCUIT BREAKERS
See FUSES, FUSIBLE L")
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CIRCUIT BREAKERS
See FUSES, FUSIBLE LINKS AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS .
CLUTCH SWITCHES
See SWITCHES.
CONNECTORS
See WIRING HARNESSES AND CONNECTORS .
CONTROL MODULES
CONTROL MODULE INSPECTION \
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Condition Code Procedure
Application incorrect ... B ............ Require replacement.
Attaching hardware
missing ................ C .......... Require replacement of
hardware.
Attaching hardware
threads damaged ........ A ... Require repair or replacement
of hardware.
Attaching hardware
threads stripped
(threads missing) ...... A ... Require repair or replacement
of hardware.
Code set
(if applicable) ........ A .......... ( 1) Further inspection
required.
Connector broken ........ A .. Require repair or replacement.
Connector melted ........ A ........... ( 2) Require repair or
replacement.
Connector missing ....... A ................. Require repair.
Contaminated ............ A ........... ( 3) Require repair or
replacement.
Inoperative ............. B ........... ( 4) Require repair or
replacement. Further
inspection required.
Leaking ................. A .. Require repair or replacement.
Missing ................. C ............ Require replacement.
Terminal broken ......... A .. Require repair or replacement.
Terminal burned, affecting
performance ............ A ........... ( 2) Require repair or
replacement.
Terminal burned, not
affecting performance .. 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement.
Terminal corroded,
affecting performance .. A .. Require repair or replacement.
Terminal corroded, not
affecting performance .. 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement.
Terminal loose, affecting
performance ............ B .. Require repair or replacement.
Terminal loose, not
affecting performance .. 1 .. Suggest repair or replacement.
Threads damaged ......... A .. Require repair or replacement.
Threads stripped (threads
missing) ............... A ............ Require replacement.
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Wire lead conductors
exposed ................ B .. Require repair or replacement.
Wire lead corroded ...... A .. Require repair or replacement.
Wire lead open .......... A .. Require repair or replacement.
Wire lead shorted ....... A .. Require repair or replacement.
(1) - Refer to manufacturer's diagnostic trouble code procedure
and require repair or replacement of affected
component(s).
( 2) - Determine cause and correct prior to repair or replacement
of part.
( 3) - Determine source of contamination, such as engine
coolant, fuel, metal particles, or water. Require
repair or replacement.
( 4) - Inoperative includes intermittent operation or out of OEM
specification. Some components may be serviceable; check
for accepted cleaning procedure.
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CRUISE CONTROL BRAKE SWITCHES
See SWITCHES.
CRUISE CONTROL CABLES
See CRUISE CONTROL LINKAGES AND CABLES .
CRUISE CONTROL CLUTCH SWITCHES
See SWITCHES.
CRUISE CONTROL LINKAGES AND CABLES
CRUISE CONTROL LINKAGE AND CABLE INSPECTION \
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Condition Code Procedure
Attaching hardware
broken ................. A ... Require repair or replacement
of hardware.
Attaching hardware
missing ................ C .......... Require replacement of
hardware.
Attaching hardware not
functioning ............ A ... Require repair or replacement
of hardware.
Bent .................... A .. Require repair or replacement.
Binding ................. A .. Require repair or replacement.
Bracket bent, affecting
performance ............ A .. Require repair or replacement.
Bracket bent, not
affecting performance .. .. ........ No service suggested or
required.
Bracket broken, affecting
performance ............ A ............ Require replacement.
Bracket broken, not
affecting performance .. .. ........ No service suggested or
required.
Bracket corroded,
affecting performance .. A .. Require repair or replacement.
Bracket corroded, not
affecting performance .. 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement.
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Bracket cracked, affecting
performance ............ A .. Require repair or replacement.
Bracket cracked, not
affecting performance .. 1 .. Suggest repair or replacement.
Bracket loose, affecting
performance ............ A .. Require repair or replacement.
Bracket loose, not
affecting performance .. 1 .. Suggest repair or replacement.
Bracket missing ......... C ............ Require replacement.
Broken .................. A ............ Require replacement.
Cracked ................. A .. Require repair or replacement.
Disconnected ............ A .. Require repair or replacement.
Kinked .................. A .. Require repair or replacement.
Melted .................. A ........... (1) Require repair or
replacement.
Missing ................. C ............ Require replacement.
Noisy ................... 2 .. Suggest repair or replacement.
Out of adjustment ....... B ........... ( 2) Require repair or
replacement.
Routed incorrectly ...... 2 ................. Suggest repair.
Seized .................. A .. Require repair or replacement.
( 1) - Determine cause and correct prior to repair or replacement
of part.
( 2) - Follow OEM recommended adjustment procedures. Require
repair or replacement if out of specification.
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CRUISE CONTROL RESERVOIRS
See CRUISE CONTROL VACUUM HOSES, TUBES AND RESERVOIRS .
CRUISE CONTROL TUBES
See CRUISE CONTROL VACUUM HOSES, TUBES AND RESERVOIRS .
CRUISE CONTROL VACUUM DUMP RELEASE VALVES
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Condition Code Procedure
Attaching hardware
broken ................. A ... Require repair or replacement
of hardware.
Attaching hardware
missing ................ C .......... Require replacement of
hardware.
Attaching hardware not
functioning ............ A ... Require repair or replacement
of hardware.
Broken .................. A .. Require repair or replacement.
Inoperative ............. A ........ ( 1) Require replacement.
Leaking ................. 2 ............ Suggest replacement.
Out of adjustment ....... B .......... ( 2) Further inspection
required.
( 1) - Inoperative includes intermittent operation or out of OEM
specification.
( 2) - Follow OEM recommended adjustment procedures. Require
repair or replacement if out of specification.
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