RAM 3500 HD Truck 4WD L6-6.7L DSL Turbo VIN A (2007)
Hood Sensor/Switch (For Alarm): Service and Repair
Installation
Striker
STRIKER
NOTE: The hood ajar switch striker cap is not intended for reuse. If the striker cap is removed from the hood inner reinforcement for any reason, it
must be replaced.
1. Position the new hood ajar switch striker (2) to the mounting holes in the inner hood panel reinforcement (1) over the hood ajar switch (3).
2. Using hand pressure, press the hood ajar switch striker upward into the mounting holes in the inner hood panel reinforcement until both integral
retainers are fully engaged.
3. Close and latch the hood.
Bracket
BRACKET
1. Check to be certain that the two rivet nuts (1) on the inboard side of the right front load beam (6) are in good condition and properly secured.
2. Position the hood ajar switch mounting bracket (3) onto the right front load beam.
3. Install and tighten the two screws (4) that secure the mounting bracket to the load beam. Beginning with the rearward screw, tighten both screws to
8 Nm (71 in. lbs.).
4. Reinstall the hood ajar switch (2) into the mounting bracket.
Switch
