RAM 1500 Van V8-5.2L CNG VIN T (1999)
Air Bag(s) Arming and Disarming: Service and Repair
Air Bag Arming
Air Bag Arming
16-Way Data Link Connector - Typical
A DRB scan tool is required for diagnosis of the airbag system. See the proper Diagnostic Procedures for more information.
1. Connect the DRB scan tool to the 16-way data link wire harness connector. The connector is located on the driver side lower edge of the
instrument panel, below the steering column.
2. Exit the vehicle with the DRB. Be certain that the DRB contains the latest version of the proper DRB software.
3. Connect the negative battery terminal.
4. From outside of the vehicle (away from the airbags in case of an accidental deployment) turn the ignition switch to the ON position
5. Using the DRB, read and record the active Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) data.
6. Read and record any stored DTC data.
7. See the proper Diagnostic Procedures if any DTC's are found.
8. After completing the necessary repairs, try to erase the stored DTC data. If any problems remain, the stored DTC data will not erase. See the
proper Diagnostic Procedures for the procedures to diagnose any stored DTC that will not erase.
9. With the ignition switch still in the On position, check to be certain that nobody is in the vehicle.
10. From outside of the vehicle (away from the airbags in case of an accidental deployment) turn the ignition switch to the OFF position for about ten
seconds, and then back to the ON position. Observe the airbag indicator lamp in the instrument cluster. It should light for six to eight seconds,
and then go out.
This indicates that the airbag system is functioning normally.
NOTE: If the airbag indicator lamp fails to light, or lights and stays on, there is an airbag system malfunction. See the proper Diagnostic Procedures to
diagnose the problem.