Dakota 2WD V8-5.9L VIN Z LDC (2000)
switch park lock dowel pin, on rear of ignition switch, is not properly installed in slot of park lock slider linkage. Remove ignition switch and
reinstall.
11. Connect electrical connectors to ignition switch, halo lamp and (if equipped), to "PRNDL". Make sure that switch locking tabs are fully seated in
wiring connectors.
12. Install steering column covers (shrouds). Tighten screws to 2 Nm (17 in. lbs.) torque.
13. Install tilt column lever (if equipped).
14. Connect negative cable to battery.
15. Check for proper operation of halo light.
16. Automatic Transmission Only: Shifter should lock in PARK position when key is in LOCK position (if equipped with shift lock device). Shifter
should unlock when key rotated to ON position.
17. Check for proper operation of ignition switch in ACCESSORY, LOCK, OFF, ON, RUN, and START positions.
18. Steering wheel should lock when key is in LOCK position. Rotate steering wheel at least 180 ° to verify. Steering wheel should unlock when key is
rotated to ON position.