RAM 1500 Truck 4WD V8-5.9L VIN Z (2002)
Air Bag Control Module: Service and Repair
ACM Cover
REMOVAL
The Airbag Control Module (ACM) cover is used only on models with an automatic transmission. Models with a manual transmission require that the
floor console be removed to access the ACM for service.
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIRBAGS, DISABLE THE SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM BEFORE
ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, DRIVER AIRBAG, PASSENGER AIRBAG, SEAT BELT
TENSIONER, FRONT IMPACT SENSORS, SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR
SERVICE. DISCONNECT AND ISOLATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE, THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES FOR THE
SYSTEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PERFORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS IS THE ONLY SURE
WAY TO DISABLE THE SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD
RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
1. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable. Wait two minutes for the system capacitor to discharge before further service.
Fig. 6 ACM Cover Remove/Install
2. Using a trim stick or another suitable wide flat-bladed tool, gently pry each side of the ACM cover away from the instrument panel far enough to
disengage the two snap clip retainers from the instrument panel receptacles.
3. Remove the ACM cover from the instrument panel.
INSTALLATION
The Airbag Control Module (ACM) cover is used only on models with an automatic transmission. Models with a manual transmission require that the
floor console be reinstalled following ACM service.
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIRBAGS, DISABLE THE SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM BEFORE
ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, DRIVER AIRBAG, PASSENGER AIRBAG, SEAT BELT
TENSIONER, FRONT IMPACT SENSORS, SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR
SERVICE. DISCONNECT AND ISOLATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE, THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES FOR THE
SYSTEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PERFORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS IS THE ONLY SURE
WAY TO DISABLE THE SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD
RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
1. Position the ACM cover to the instrument panel.
2. Align the two snap clip retainers on the ACM cover with the receptacle on each side of the instrument panel.
3. Using hand pressure, press firmly and evenly on the outside of the ACM cover over each snap clip retainer location until each retainer is fully
engaged in its instrument panel receptacle
4. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
