RAM 2500 Van V8-5.2L VIN Y (1998)
12.
Clean the floor pan area around the AECM.
13.
Remove the "peel and stick" backing paper from the adhesive strips on the provided AECM cover.
14.
Install the cover over the AECM. Press down firmly to ensure that the adhesive strips are securely attached to the floor pan (Figure 4).
Note:
Position the cover so that the vehicle wiring harnesses are routed through the cover openings. Ensure that the power seat wiring harness is not
trapped under the cover.
15.
Install the driver's seat assembly into the vehicle.
16.
Install the nuts that attach the driver's seat riser to the floor (Figure 2). Tighten the nuts to 55 ft-lbs (75 N.m).
17.
Connect the power driver seat wiring harness connector and attach it to the front riser crossmember (if equipped) (Figure 2).
18.
Attach the riser trim shield to the rear of the driver's seat riser with the push-in fasteners (if equipped) (Figure 1).
19.
Turn the ignition switch to the "RUN" position.
20.
Connect the negative battery cable.
21.
From outside the vehicle, turn the ignition switch to the "OFF" position for about 10 seconds and then turn it back to the "RUN" position.
22.
Observe the airbag warning light in the instrument cluster. It should illuminate for 6-8 seconds and then go out.
NOTE:
If the airbag warning light fails to light, or lights and stays on, there is a system malfunction. Refer to the proper Body Diagnostic Procedures
manual to diagnose and repair the problem.
Owner Letter
SAFETY RECALL TO REPLACE YOUR VEHICLE'S AIRBAG ELECTRONIC
CONTROL MODULE
Dear Ram Van or Wagon Owner:
This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act.
DaimlerChrysler Corporation has determined that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in some 1998 Dodge Ram Vans and Wagons.
The problem is...
If an object impacts the airbag electronic control module (AECM) under the driver's seat of your Ram van or wagon (identified on the enclosed form),
the module may inadvertently deploy both airbags. Inadvertent airbag deployment can injure a front seat occupant.
