RAM 3500 Van V8-5.9L VIN Z LDC (1998)
1.
Remove the secondary terminal lock from the original ABS control module wiring harness connector housing (Figure 8).
2.
Some models may have two empty wire cavities in the ABS control module wiring harness connector housing. Insert the gray wire cavity plugs
supplied with the repair kit into the correct cavities of the new ABS control module wiring harness connector.
3.
The ABS control module wiring harness connector terminals that do not have heat damage, green corrosion or are only dull or discolored can be
transferred to the new connector using the following process:
a.
From the terminal side of the connector, insert a small pick into the connector next to the terminal and push on the terminal release arm
while pulling on the wire.
CAUTION:
Remove only one wire from the original connector at a time and note which connector cavity the wire is to be transfer into.
b.
Using the electrolyte detection and neutralizing spray, lightly spray the removed wire until the spray remains an orange color. This may
require two or three applications.
c.
Using compressed air, carefully dry the terminal and wire.
d.
Insert the terminal into the proper connector cavity of the new connector housing.
e.
Repeat Steps a. through d. on all wires that need to be transferred to the new connector housing.
4.
The ABS control module wiring harness connector terminals with heat damage and/or green corrosion must be replaced using the following
process:
a.
Cut off the wire one inch back from the original ABS connector.
b.
Remove one-half (1/2) inch (13 mm) of insulation from the wire on the harness that needs to be spliced.
c.
Cut the replacement wire supplied in the connector repair kit to the required length. Then remove one-half (1/2) inch (13 mm) of insulation
from the wire.
d.
Place a piece of sealant lined heat shrink tubing on one side of the wire.
