Rcrit 23V799 9972

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Reference: B2A / NHTSA 23V-799 FCA US LLC

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Remedy available for
2023-2024 (D2) RAM 3500 Pickup
2023-2024 (DD) RAM 3500 Cab/Chassis
2023 (DF) RAM 3500 10K LB. Cab/Chassis
2023-2024 (DJ) RAM 2500 Pickup
2023-2024 (DP) RAM 4500/5500 Cab

Chassis
2023 (DS) RAM 1500 Pickup
Template Version 1.0

Revision Edition Detail
0 December 2023 Initial Version.
SYMPTOM DESCRIPTION SCOPE

About 142,000 of the above vehicles may have been This recall applies only to the above vehicles.
built with a steering column control module (SCCM)
turn signal self-cancelling anti-jam component out of NOTE: Some vehicles above may have been
specification and/or an internal short circuit on the identified as not involved in this recall and therefore
SCCM printed circuit board (PCB). have been excluded from this recall.
The conditions described above do not comply with IMPORTANT: Some of the involved vehicles may be
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. in dealer new vehicle inventory. Federal law requires
571.108. FMVSS 571.108 S9.1.1 requires that "The you to complete this recall service on these vehicles
turn signal operating unit must be self-cancelling by before retail delivery. Dealers should also consider
steering wheel rotation and capable of cancellation by this requirement to apply to used vehicle inventory and
a manually operated control." The SCCM in the should perform this recall on vehicles in for service.
suspect vehicles may not allow the self-cancelling Involved vehicles can be determined by using the VIP
feature to function correctly. FMVSS 571.108 S6.1.5 inquiry process.
requires that "...only those light sources intended for
meeting lower beam photometrics are energized when
IMPORTANT:
the beam selector switch is in the lower beam position,
• Some of the involved vehicles may be in dealer
and that only those light sources intended for meeting
new vehicle inventory. Federal law requires you
upper beam photometrics are energized when the
to complete this recall service on these vehicles
beam selector switch is in the upper beam position."
before retail delivery. Violation of this requirement
The SCCM in the suspect vehicles may cause the high
by a dealer could result in a civil penalty of up to
beams to activate when using the turn signal, or the
$26,315 per vehicle.
turn signal to activate when using the high beams.
• Some of the involved vehicles may be in dealer
used vehicle inventory. Dealers should complete
A turn signal which remains active after a completed
this recall service on these vehicles before retail
turn may cause surrounding drivers to misunderstand
delivery.
the intent to change vehicle direction. High beam
activation when the turn signal switch is activated may • Dealers should also perform this recall on vehicles
result in reduced visibility of oncoming drivers. Either in for service.
of these conditions may cause a vehicle crash without Involved vehicles can be determined by using the
prior warning. VIP inquiry process.
Strictly respect STELLANTIS Group safety, cleanliness, and environmental instructions for any vehicle service.
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REPAIR TO BE PERFORMED Labor Description Number
Allowance
Verify the SCCM Julian date using wiTECH. Test the Calculate
Floor Plan Reimbursement 95-95-95-97
SCCM for proper function and flash the SCCM with See Below
diagnostic software. If the vehicle passes these steps,
return it to the customer. If it fails any of these steps, Floor Plan Reimbursement represents the vehicle’s
replace the SCCM. average daily allowance (see table below) multiplied
by the number of days the vehicle was in dealer
inventory and not available for sale. This
COMPLETION REPORTING / REIMBURSEMENT reimbursement is limited to the number of days from
the date of the stop sale to the date that the remedy
Claims for vehicles that have been serviced must be was made available. Note: If the vehicle was received
submitted on the DealerCONNECT Claim Entry by your dealership (KZX date) AFTER the stop sale
Screen located on the Service tab. Claims paid will date, you will use the KZX date instead of the stop sale
be used by FCA to record recall service completions date. For this Recall, the stop sale was initiated on
and provide dealer payments. 12/05/2023 and the remedy was made available on
12/09/2023, therefore, the number of days cannot
Use the following labor operation numbers and time exceed 4 days.
allowances:
Average Daily
Labor Description Number Hrs Vehicle
Allowance
Inspect SCCM Julian Date 08-B2-A1-82 0.4 2023 - 2024 D2
and Perform Software Update 2023 - 2024 DD
(D2, DD, DF, DJ, DP Only) 2023 DF
Inspect SCCM Julian Date 08-B2-A1-83 0.3 2023 - 2024 DJ
and Perform Software Update 2023 - 2024 DP
(DS Only) 2023 DS
Inspect SCCM Julian Date, 08-B2-A1-84 0.7
Perform Software Update, Add the cost of the recall parts package plus
and Perform Verification applicable dealer allowance to your claim.
Routine (D2, DD, DF, DJ, and
DP Only) NOTE: See the Warranty Administration Manual,
Inspect SCCM Julian Date, 08-B2-A1-85 0.6 Recall Claim Processing Section, for complete
Perform Software Update, recall claim processing instructions.
and Perform Verification
Routine (DS Only) PARTS INFORMATION
Any required parts must be ordered by STAR
Related Labor Description Number Hrs
Center, once approved.
Replace SCCM (D2, DD, DF, 08-B2-A1-51 0.5
DJ, DP Only) ONLY IF and AFTER this Service Procedure directs
Replace SCCM (DS Only) 08-B2-A1-52 0.6 you to "Replace the SCCM," submit a STAR Case,
select “I will wait for STAR response” including
"B2A" in the Customer Concern, select Body as the
Primary System Affected, attach a Vehicle Scan
Report, request review and ordering of appropriate
SCCM." The STAR Center agent will determine and
order the correct SCCM for the submitted vehicle.
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PARTS RETURN All involved vehicles have been entered into the
DealerCONNECT Global Recall System (GRS) and
No parts return required for this campaign.
Vehicle Information Plus (VIP) for dealer inquiry as
needed.
Render the recalled part unusable and discard.
GRS provides involved dealers with an updated VIN
SPECIAL TOOLS list of their incomplete vehicles. The owner’s name,
address and phone number are listed if known.
Number Description Picture Completed vehicles are removed from GRS within
NPN wiTECH MicroPod II / MDP several days of repair claim submission.
NPN Laptop Computer
To use this system, click on the “Service” tab and then
NPN wiTECH Software
click on “Global Recall System.” Your dealer’s VIN
Remover Tool, Driver's list for each recall displayed can be sorted by those
10187
Airbag vehicles that were unsold at recall launch, those with
C-4755 Trim Stick a phone number, city, zip code, or VIN sequence.
2050200100 Remover, Driver Air Bag
Dealers must perform this repair on all unsold
vehicles before retail delivery. Dealers should also
DEALER NOTIFICATION
use the VIN list to follow up with all owners to schedule
To view this notification on DealerCONNECT, select appointments for this repair.
“Global Recall System” on the Service tab, then click
Recall VIN lists may contain confidential, restricted
on the description of this notification.
owner name and address information that was
obtained from the Department of Motor Vehicles of
OWNER NOTIFICATION / SERVICE SCHEDULING various states. Use of this information is permitted for
All involved vehicle owners known to FCA are being this recall only and is strictly prohibited from all other
notified of the service requirement by first class mail. use.
They are requested to schedule appointments for this
service with their dealers. A generic copy of the owner ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
letter is attached.
If you have any questions or need assistance in
completing this action, please contact your Service
VEHICLE LISTS, GLOBAL RECALL SYSTEM, VIP and Parts District Manager.
AND DEALER FOLLOW UP
Customer Services / Field Operations
FCA US LLC.
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SERVICE PROCEDURE - DIAGNOSIS
A. Check SCCM Julian Date
NOTE: The wiTECH scan tool must be used to perform this recall. The wiTECH software is required to be
at the latest release level before performing this procedure.
1. Open the hood. Install a battery charger and verify that the charging rate provides 13.0 to 13.5 volts. Do not
allow the charger to time out during the flash process. Set the battery charger timer (if so equipped) to
continuous charge.
NOTE: Use an accurate stand-alone voltmeter. The battery charger volt meter may not be sufficiently
accurate. Voltages outside of the specified range will cause an unsuccessful flash. If voltage reading
is too high, apply an electrical load by activating the park or headlamps and/or HVAC blower motor to
lower the voltage.
2. Connect the wiTECH MDP to the vehicle data link connector.
3. Place the ignition in the “RUN” position.
4. Open the wiTECH 2.0 website.
5. Enter your “User id” and “Password” and your “Dealer Code”, then select “Sign In” at the bottom of the
screen. Click “Accept”.
6. From the “Vehicle Selection” screen, select the vehicle to be updated.
7. From the left column in the “Analysis” section, select “Reports”, select “Vehicle Scan Report”.
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8. Find the serial number for the SCCM in the Vehicle Scan Report. Heavy Duty trucks read digits 7-10, DS
trucks read digits 5-8 (Figure 1).
Figure 1 – Scan Report Examples – Top Image is DS Trucks, Bottom Image is HD

Trucks
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9. Read the serial number Julian date code as shown above. Date code 3150 or before?
• YES – Continue with diagnosis in B. Fault Code Check.

• NO – Perform the software update in D. wiTECH Diagnostic Testing, steps 43-50 and 54-56 ONLY.
B. Fault Code Check

10. Using the wiTECH tool, check for SCCM fault codes B17E3-92 or B23A1-2A. Is either code present?
• YES – Replace the SCCM. See E - H Remove and Install SCCM steps.
• NO – Continue the diagnosis in C. Functional Check.
C. Functional Check
11. Turn the headlamps ON (do not use the AUTO position).
12. Check that the Multifunction Lever is in the nominal position (turn signals OFF/Low Beam position)
13. Verify that the High Beam Indicator/Lamps is OFF. Verify that the LH Turn Signal is OFF.
• If High Beam Indicator or High Beam Lamps are ON, replace the SCCM. See E - H Remove and
Install SCCM steps.
• If LH Turn Signal is ON, replace the SCCM. See E - H Remove and Install SCCM steps.
• If the High Beam Indicator, High Beam Lamps and LH Turn Signal all remain OFF, continue with Step
14.
14. Check that the Multifunction Lever is in the nominal position (turn signals OFF/Low Beam position).
15. Turn the headlamps to the OFF position.
16. Ensure that the steering wheel is centered.
17. Engage the Multifunction Lever in the LH Turn latched position for 5 seconds.
18. Verify that the high beam indicator and lamps are OFF. Are the indicator and lamps off?
• YES - Continue with Step 19.

• NO - Replace the SCCM. See E - H Remove and Install SCCM steps.
19. Disengage the LH turn signal. Ensure that the Multifunction Lever is in the nominal position.
20. Pull the Multifunction Lever to the headlamp Flash to Pass position for 5 seconds.
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21. Verify that the LH Turn Signals are OFF. Turn signals off?

23. Start the vehicle.
24. Engage the RH turn signal, indicating RH turn.
25. Turn the steering wheel 1/4 turn clockwise.
26. As quickly and rapidly as possible, return the steering wheel back to the "Center" position. Repeat the
process 5 times, engaging the RH turn signal each time.
27. Verify that the turn signal cancels after every cycle. Turn signal cancelled?

28. Engage the LH turn signal, indicating LH turn.
29. Turn the steering wheel 1/4 turn counterclockwise.
process 5 times, engaging the LH turn signal each time.

32. Push the Multifunction Lever to the forward latched position to engage the High Beam headlamps.
33. Engage RH turn signal, indicating RH turn.
34. Turn Steering Wheel 1/4 turn clockwise.
process 5 times, engaging the RH turn signal each time.

37. Keep the Multifunction Lever to the forward latched position to engage the High Beam headlamps.
38. Engage LH turn signal, indicating LH turn.
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39. Turn Steering Wheel 1/4 turn counterclockwise.
process 5 times, engaging the LH turn signal each time.

42. Using the wiTECH tool, check again for SCCM fault codes B17E3-92 or B23A1-2A. Is either code present?
• YES – Replace the SCCM. See E - H Remove and Install SCCM steps.
• NO – Continue with Step 43.
D. wiTECH Diagnostic Testing
43. From the “Action Items” screen, select the “Topology” tab.
44. From the “Topology” tab, select the “SCCM” module icon.
45. From the “Flash” tab, compare the “Current Electronic Control Unit (ECU) Part Number” with the “New
ECU Part Number” listed.
a. If the “Current ECU part Number” is the same as the “New Part Number”, proceed to Step 50.
b. If the “Current ECU part Number” is NOT the same as the “New Part Number”, continue with
Step 46.
46. From the SCCM tab, select the SCCM flash part number. Read the flash special instructions page. Select
“OK” to continue.
47. From the flash ECU agreement page, agree to terms by checking the box.
48. Select “Flash ECU” and then follow the wiTECH screen instructions to complete the flash.
49. Confirm the software is at the latest available calibration level.
50. Click “View DTCs”, select “Clear All DTCs”, click “Continue” and then click “Close”.
IMPORTANT: Multifunction Lever must not be moved during the diagnostic Subroutine as this could
trigger a FALSE FAIL!
52. Run the “SCCM Internal Short Circuit Diagnostic Check” from the "System Tests" tab. Allow the routine to
run for the full 10 minutes. A pass/fail message will appear when the test is complete.
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53. The SCCM Internal Short Circuit Diagnostic Check will provide pass/fail messages. Follow the wiTECH on-
screen prompts.
• PASS - Proceed to Step 54.

• FAIL - DTC B2225-92 set, replace the SCCM. See E - H Remove and Install SCCM steps.
54. Turn the ignition to the “OFF” position and then remove the wiTECH MDP device from the vehicle.
55. Remove the battery charger from the vehicle and then close the hood.
56. Return the vehicle to the customer.
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SERVICE PROCEDURE - DS
E. Remove SCCM
WARNING: To avoid serious or fatal injury on vehicles equipped with airbags, disable the
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) before attempting any steering wheel, steering column, airbag,
seat belt tensioner, impact sensor 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 SRS.
Failure to take the proper precautions could result in accidental airbag deployment.
WARNING: To avoid serious or fatal injury, use extreme care to prevent any foreign material from
entering the Driver AirBag (DAB), or becoming entrapped between the DAB cushion and the DAB trim
cover. Failure to observe this warning could result in occupant injuries upon airbag deployment.
CAUTION: If the clockspring is not properly centered in relation to the Steering Angle Sensor (SAS),
steering wheel, steering shaft and steering gear, it may be damaged or Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC)
may be set in the SAS. Service replacement clocksprings are shipped pre-centered and with a locking
pin installed. This locking pin should not be removed until the clockspring has been installed on the
steering column.
1. Place the front wheels in the straight-ahead position.
2. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable. If equipped with an Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS),
disconnect the IBS connector first before
disconnecting the negative battery cable.
3. Wait 2 minutes for capacitor discharge.
4. From below the steering column, remove the two

outboard screws within the recess areas (2) that
secure the upper shroud (1) to the lower shroud (3)
(Figure 2).
NOTE: There are snap connections near the

instrument cluster and between the shroud and
the steering wheel that secure the upper and lower
shroud.
5. Remove the upper shroud (1) by pushing gently

inward and upward on both sides of the upper shroud
above the parting line of the lower shroud to release
the snap features that secure the two shroud halves to Figure 2 – Steering Column Upper
each other (Figure 2). Shroud
6. Release the steering column tilt lever and lower the column to its most downward position for easiest driver
airbag removal access.
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NOTE: It may be helpful to use a small mirror to aid visibility during the initial attempt to remove the
Driver AirBag (DAB) from the steering wheel.
7. There are three airbag retainer access holes (1) on

the instrument panel side of the hub of the steering
wheel (2), located at the two o'clock, six o'clock and
ten o'clock positions. The steering wheel must be
rotated to bring each of these access holes up to the
twelve o'clock position of the steering column one at a
time for removal access (Figure 3).
Figure 3 – Airbag Retainer Access

Holes
8. Insert the short blade (Tip A) of the DAB Removal

Tool (Special Tool Number 10187 ) (1) or the blade of
an equivalent prying tool into either of the upper (two
o'clock or ten o'clock) access holes (3) of the steering
wheel hub rear trim cover (2), being certain to place
the blade of the tool on the inboard (steering wheel
hub) side of the airbag snap retainer wire loop
(Figure 4).
Figure 4 – DAB Removal Tool 10187
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9. Push the handle of the tool downward for the blade to

pry the snap retainer wire loop (3) upward far enough
to disengage the loop from the hook of the steering
wheel armature. At the same time, gently pull the DAB
(1) away from the steering wheel (2) to prevent the
retainer from snapping back into place over the hook
once it is disengaged (Figure 5).
10. Repeat Steps 7 and 8 at the other upper (two o'clock

or ten o'clock) access hole to disengage the other
upper snap retainer wire loop.
11. Repeat Steps 7 and 8 at the lower (six o'clock) access

hole to disengage the lower snap retainer wire loop.
The lower snap retainer wire loop has a distinctive V-
shape and must always be installed onto the six
o'clock hook of the steering wheel armature.
Figure 5 – Airbag Removal
12. Pull the DAB away from the steering wheel far enough
to access and disengage the plastic push-in retainer
(2) of the clockspring pigtail wire harness (1) from the
locator hole (3) at the 12 o'clock position on the back
of the airbag housing (Figure 6).
Figure 6 – Pigtail Wiring Harness

Retainer
CAUTION: Do not pull on the clockspring pigtail wires or pry on the connector insulator to disengage
the connector from the driver airbag inflator connector receptacle. Improper removal of these pigtail
wires and their connector insulators can result in damage to the airbag circuits or connector
insulators.
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13. The clockspring DAB pigtail wire connector insulators

(1) are secured by integral latches (2) to the airbag
inflator connector receptacles, which are located on
the back of the airbag housing. Pinch both latches
firmly, then pull the insulators straight out from the
airbag inflator to disconnect them from the connector
receptacles (Figure 7).
14. Remove the DAB from the steering wheel
15. Remove the steering wheel bolt and DISCARD.
Figure 7 – Connector Insulator Latches
16. Disconnect the wire harness connectors (1) and (2)

(Figure 8).
17. Remove the steering wheel.
Figure 8 – Wire Harness Connectors
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18. Using a trim stick C-4755 or equivalent, disengage the

retainer clip that secures the hood release to the
steering column opening cover, and remove the hood
release handle from the cover (Figure 9).
19. Remove the two fasteners (2) that secure the bottom
of the steering column opening cover (1) to the
instrument panel (Figure 9).
Figure 9 – Steering Column Opening

Cover
20. Remove the Data Link Connector (3) from the steering
column opening cover (2) by pressing in the tabs (1)
and pushing the connector through the opening on the
back side of the cover (Figure 10).
Figure 10 – Data Link Connector
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21. Using a trim stick C-4755 or equivalent, release the

retainer clips that secure the steering column opening
cover (1) to the instrument panel and remove the
cover (Figure 11).
22. Disconnect necessary wire harness connectors.
Figure 11 – Steering Column Opening

Cover
23. Remove the lower shroud to column retaining screw

(1) and carefully move the lower shroud over the
steering column tilt lever and off the steering column
(Figure 12).
Figure 12 – Steering Column Lower

Shroud
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24. Remove the screw (1) (Figure 13).
Figure 13 – SCCM Screw
25. Remove the screw (1) (Figure 14).
26. Pull the SCCM slightly away from the steering column
and disconnect the pedal adjustment wire harness
connector, if equipped.
Figure 14 – SCCM Screw
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27. Remove the SCCM from the steering column

(Figure 15).
28. Disengage the wire harness routing clip (1)

(Figure 15).
29. Disconnect the wire harness connectors (2 & 3)

(Figure 15).
30. Remove and DISCARD the SCCM from the vehicle.
Figure 15 – SCCM Removal
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F. Install SCCM
NOTE: The Steering Column Control Module
(SCCM) centering can be verified by visually
confirming the blue striped ribbon is present in
the sight glass (Figure 16).
1. Connect the wire harness connectors (2&3)

(Figure 15).
2. Secure the wire harness routing clip (1) (Figure 15).
3. While sliding the SCCM over the steering column

connect the pedal adjustment wire harness connector,
if equipped.
4. Install and securely tighten the screws (1)

(Figures 13 & 14).
5. Remove the lock tab or any other device that is being

used to secure the SCCM rotor to the SCCM case to Figure 16 – Blue Stripe Ribbon
maintain SCCM centering. Removal
6. Install the lower shroud, shroud to column retaining screw (1) and tighten securely (Figure 12).
NOTE: If the vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission, be certain to engage the gearshift
lever boot into the opening in both shroud halves.
7. Lift the steering column opening cover into position. Connect necessary wire harness connectors.
8. Align the retainer clips that secure the steering column opening cover (1) to the instrument panel and install the
cover (Figure 11).
9. Install the Data Link Connector (3) to the steering column opening cover (2) through the opening on the back
side of the cover (Figure 10).
10. Install the two fasteners (2) that secure the bottom of the steering column opening cover (1) to the instrument
panel and tighten securely (Figure 9).
11. Engage the retainer clip that secures the hood release to the steering column opening cover (Figure 9).
NOTE: Do not reuse the old steering wheel bolt (a new bolt must be used)
12. Align the steering column control module (SCCM) lug and install steering wheel to the column.
NOTE: Be certain that the steering wheel mounting bolt is tightened to the proper torque specification
to ensure proper clockspring operation.
13. Install the NEW steering wheel bolt. Tighten the bolt to 61 N·m (45 ft. lbs.).
14. Connect the wire harness connectors (1) and (2) (Figure 8).
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15. Position the Driver AirBag (DAB) close enough to the steering wheel to reconnect the two clockspring DAB
pigtail wire (1) electrical connections (5) to the inflator connector receptacles (4) on the back of the airbag
housing (Figure 6).
16. Reconnect the wire connectors to the airbag inflator connector receptacles by pressing straight in on the
connector insulator. Be certain to engage each keyed and color-coded connector to the matching connector
receptacle. You can be certain that each connector is fully engaged in its receptacle by listening carefully for a
distinct, audible click as the connector latches snap into place.
17. Be certain to fully engage the plastic push-in retainer (2) of the clockspring pigtail wires into the locator hole (3)
at the 12 o'clock position on the back of the airbag housing (Figure 6).
18. Carefully position the DAB (1) into the hub cavity of the steering wheel (2). Be certain that the clockspring
pigtail wires and the steering wheel wire harness are not pinched between the DAB and the horn switch, the
steering wheel armature or, on vehicles equipped with a diesel engine, the steering wheel damper weight
(Figure 5).
19. Engage the lower airbag snap retainer wire loop (3) onto the lower hook of the steering wheel armature. The
lower snap retainer wire loop has a distinctive V-shape and must always be installed onto the six o'clock hook
of the steering wheel armature (Figure 5).
20. Roll the DAB upwards and press firmly and evenly over the two upper snap retainer wire loop locations
simultaneously until they snap into place over the two upper hooks of the steering wheel armature.
NOTE: If the vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission, be certain to engage the gearshift
lever boot into the opening in both shroud halves.
21. Position the upper shroud (1) onto the steering column over the lower shroud (3) (Figure 2).
22. Align the snaps features on the upper and lower shroud halves and apply hand pressure to snap together.
23. From below the steering column, install the two outboard screws within the recess areas (2) that secure the
upper shroud (1) to the lower shroud (3) (Figure 2).
NOTE: Do not reconnect the negative cable to the battery at this time. The Supplemental Restraint
System (SRS) Verification Test procedure should be performed following service of any SRS
component.
NOTE: The following procedure should be performed using a diagnostic scan tool to verify proper
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) operation following the service or replacement of any SRS
component. Refer to the appropriate diagnostic procedures.
24. During the following test, the negative cable remains disconnected and isolated from the battery, as it was
during the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) component removal and installation procedures.
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25. Be certain that the diagnostic scan tool contains the

latest version of the proper diagnostic software.
Connect the scan tool to the 16-way Data Link
Connector (DLC) (2). The DLC is located on the driver
side lower edge of the instrument panel, near the
steering column opening cover (1) and outboard of the
steering column (Figure 17).
26. Transition the status of the ignition switch (also known

as the Keyless Ignition Node/KIN or Ignition Node
Module/IGNM) to ON and exit the vehicle with the
scan tool.
27. Check to be certain that nobody is in the vehicle, then

connect the negative cable to the battery.
28. Using the scan tool, read and record the active
(current) Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) data.
Figure 17 – DLC
29. Next, use the scan tool to read and record any stored
(historical) DTC data.
30. If any DTC is found in Step 28 or Step 29, refer to the appropriate diagnostic information.
31. Use the scan tool to erase the stored DTC data. If any problems remain, the stored DTC data will not erase.
Refer to the appropriate diagnostic information to diagnose any stored DTC that will not erase. If the stored
DTC information is successfully erased, go to Step 32.
32. Transition the status of the ignition switch to OFF for about 15 seconds, and then back to ON. Observe the
airbag indicator in the instrument cluster. It should light from four to six seconds, and then go out. This
indicates that the SRS is functioning normally and that the repairs are complete. If the airbag indicator fails to
light, or lights and stays ON, there is still an active SRS fault or malfunction. Refer to the appropriate diagnostic
information to diagnose the problem.
NOTE: Proper SCCM installation must also be confirmed by viewing the SAS menu item, Data Display
function using a diagnostic scan tool.
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SERVICE PROCEDURE – DP, DJ, DF, DD AND D2

G. Remove SCCM
WARNING: To avoid serious or fatal injury on vehicles equipped with airbags, disable the
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) before attempting any steering wheel, steering column, airbag,
seat belt tensioner, impact sensor 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 SRS.
Failure to take the proper precautions could result in accidental airbag deployment.
WARNING: To avoid serious or fatal injury, use extreme care to prevent any foreign material from
entering the Driver AirBag (DAB), or becoming entrapped between the DAB cushion and the DAB trim
cover. Failure to observe this warning could result in occupant injuries upon airbag deployment.
CAUTION: If the clockspring is not properly centered in relation to the Steering Angle Sensor (SAS),
steering wheel, steering shaft and steering gear, it may be damaged or Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC)
may be set in the SAS. Service replacement clocksprings are shipped pre-centered and with a locking
pin installed. This locking pin should not be removed until the clockspring has been installed on the
steering column.
1. Place the front wheels in the straight-ahead position.
NOTE: If the vehicle is equipped with an auxiliary battery, when disconnecting and isolating the
negative battery cable for the 12-volt system, both batteries will need to be disconnected to power
down the vehicle.
2. Disconnect the Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) wire

harness connector (1) (Figure 18).
NOTE: Failure to disconnect the IBS wire harness

connector can lead to damage of the IBS wire
harness connector.
3. Loosen the ground terminal nut (2) and remove the

negative battery cable with IBS from the battery and
isolate it.
Figure 18 – IBS Connector
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4. If the vehicle is equipped with an auxiliary battery, Loosen the clamp (1) and remove the clamp from the battery
and isolate.
NOTE: If the vehicle is equipped with an auxiliary battery, install the negative clamp on the negative
battery post and tighten to the proper torque specifications prior to connecting the IBS.
5. Wait 2 minutes for capacitor discharge.
6. Locate the access hole dimples (1) in the lower

surface of the steering wheel hub rear trim cover near
each of the two horizontal spokes.
7. Using the Remover, Driver Air Bag 2050200100,

pierce the trim cover at the dimple and insert it
through one of the steering wheel access holes. A
guide and notch integral to each side of the steering
wheel hub rear trim cover and the mounting/horn
switch plate will assist in directing the tool to the ends
of the retainer spring (Figure 19).
8. When the tool makes contact with the retainer spring,

push inward (toward the steering column) on the tool
far enough to disengage the retainer spring from
under the hook of the steering wheel armature.
Figure 19 – DAB Removal
9. Pull the released side of the DAB away from the
steering wheel far enough to insert a trim stick or another long and thin obstacle between the released spoke of
the DAB trim cover and the steering wheel spoke hub cavity. This will help to prevent the released end of the
retainer spring from becoming accidentally engaged again while the opposite end of the retainer spring is being
released.
10. Repeat Steps 6 and 7 for the opposite end of the retainer spring.
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11. Pull the DAB away from the steering wheel far enough
to access the steering wheel wire harness connector
to the DAB inflator initiators (1) (Figure 20).
CAUTION: Do not pull on the clockspring pigtail

wires or pry on the connector insulators to
disengage them from the Driver AirBag (DAB)
inflator initiator connector receptacles. Improper
removal of these pigtail wires and their connector
insulators can result in damage to the airbag
circuits or the connector insulators.
Figure 20 – Steering Wheel Wire

Harness Connectors
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12. The clockspring DAB pigtail wire connector insulators are secured by integral latches and a Connector Position
Assurance (CPA) lock to the airbag tether cutter and inflator connector receptacles, which are located on the
back of the floating horn switch plate and the DAB housing. Pull the lock straight away from the connector
insulator, then pull the insulators straight away from the connector receptacles to disengage and disconnect
them (Figure 20).
13. Remove the DAB and floating horn switch plate from the steering wheel as a unit.
14. Disconnect the steering wheel wire harness

connectors (1) (Figure 21).
15. If equipped, disconnect the heated steering wheel wire

harness connectors.
16. Remove and DISCARD the steering wheel bolt (2)

and retain the damper if equipped (Figure 21).
NOTE: If the steering wheel cannot be removed by

hand, a commercially available puller may be used
to remove the steering wheel.
Figure 21 – Steering Wheel Wire

Harness Connectors
17. Remove the three steering column shroud screws

(Figure 22).
Figure 22 – Steering Column Shroud

Screws
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18. If equipped, release the shifter boot (1) from the

steering column shroud (Figure 23).
19. Disengage the upper steering column shroud tabs (2)

from the lower steering column shroud (Figure 23).
Figure 23 – Steering Column Shroud
20. Disengage the gap hider (1) from the upper steering
column shroud (2) and remove the upper steering
column shroud (Figure 24).
Figure 24 – Gap Hider
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21. Remove the lower steering column shroud screws (2),

then the shroud (1) (Figure 25).
Figure 25 – Lower Steering Column

Shroud
22. Secure the SCCM in the straight-ahead position.
23. Remove the screws (1) (Figure 26 and 27).
Figure 26 – SCCM
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Figure 27 – SCCM
24. Pull the SCCM slightly away from the steering column
and disconnect the pedal adjustment wire harness
connector (4), if equipped (Figure 28).
25. Remove the SCCM from the steering column.
26. Disengage the wire harness routing clip (1)

(Figure 28).
27. Disconnect the wire harness connectors (2 & 3)

(Figure 28).
Figure 28 – SCCM
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H. Install SCCM
NOTE: The Steering Column Control Module
(SCCM) centering can be verified by visually
confirming the blue striped ribbon is present
in the sight glass (Figure 29).
1. Connect the wire harness connectors (2 & 3)

(Figure 28).
2. Secure the wire harness routing clip (1) (Figure 28).
3. While sliding the NEW SCCM over the steering

column connect the pedal adjustment wire harness
connector.
4. Install and securely tighten the SCCM screws (1)

(Figure 26 and 27).
5. Position the lower steering column (1) shroud to the

steering column (Figure 25). Figure 29 – Blue Stripe Ribbon
Removal
6. Engage the upper steering column shroud (2) to the gap hider (1) (Figure 24). Verify that the top shroud is
properly secured to the gap hider. Move the tilt column up and down to ensure the gap hider stays
connected to the upper shroud.
7. Install the upper steering column shroud to the lower steering column shroud (Figure 23).
8. If equipped, install the shifter boot (1) to the steering column shroud (Figure 23).
9. Install and securely tighten the three steering column shroud screws (2) (Figure 22).
10. If equipped, connect the heated steering wheel wire harness connectors and secure the steering wheel wire
harness.
11. Install the steering wheel to the steering column.
12. If equipped, position the damper to the steering wheel, then install a NEW steering wheel bolt and tighten the
nut to 61 N·m (45 ft. lbs.) (Figure 21).
13. Connect the two steering wheel wire harness connectors (Figure 20).
14. Position the DAB close enough to the steering wheel to connect the steering wheel wire harness connectors to
the DAB inflator initiators (1) (Figures 20 and 21).
15. Connect the clockspring pigtail wire connectors to the airbag inflator initiator connector receptacles by pressing
straight in on the connector insulator. Be certain to engage each keyed and color-coded connector to the
matching connector receptacle. Be certain that each connector is fully engaged in its receptacle, then push the
connector lock straight into the connector to lock it in place.
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16. Carefully position the DAB to the steering wheel hub cavity while tugging lightly upward on the clockspring
pigtail wires for the airbag and tucking the wires in the upper hub cavity of the steering wheel. Be certain that
none of the steering wheel wiring is pinched between the airbag housing or the horn switch and the steering
wheel armature.
17. Using both hands, push firmly and evenly on both sides of the DAB trim cover until both ends of the spring
retainer have snapped in place under the hooks within the hub cavity of the steering wheel.
18. Do not connect the negative cable to the battery at this time. The Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
Verification Test procedure should be performed following service of any SRS component.
NOTE: The following procedure should be performed using a diagnostic scan tool to verify proper
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) operation following the service or replacement of any SRS
component. Refer to the appropriate diagnostic procedures.
19. During the following test, the negative cable remains disconnected and isolated from the battery, as it was
during the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) component removal and installation procedures.
20. Be certain that the diagnostic scan tool contains the latest version of the proper diagnostic software. Connect
the diagnostic scan tool to the 16-way Data Link Connector (DLC). The DLC is located on the driver side lower
edge of the instrument panel, near the steering column opening cover and outboard of the steering column.
21. Check to be certain that there are no occupants in the vehicle, then connect the negative battery cable. If
equipped with an Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS), connect the IBS connector.
22. If the vehicle is equipped with Keyless Go, follow the warning below.
WARNING: After disconnecting the 12-Volt battery wait two minutes before proceeding. Remove the
ORC fuses, connect the 12-Volt battery, wait two minutes before proceeding. Cycle the ignition to the
on position, then reconnect the orc fuses. Failure to follow these instructions may result in possible
serious or fatal in jury.
23. For vehicles with a standard ignition follow the warning below.
WARNING: Turn the ignition on, then reconnect the 12-Volt battery. Failure to follow these instructions
may result in possible serious or fatal injury.
24. Exit the vehicle with the diagnostic scan tool.
25. Using the diagnostic scan tool, read and record the active (current) Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) data.
26. Next, use the diagnostic scan tool to read and record any stored (historical) DTC data.
27. If any DTC is found in Step 25 or Step 26, refer to the appropriate diagnostic information.
28. Use the diagnostic scan tool to erase the stored DTC data. If any problems remain, the stored DTC data will
not erase. Refer to the appropriate diagnostic information to diagnose any stored DTC that will not erase. If the
stored DTC information is successfully erased, go to Step 29.
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29. Turn the ignition switch OFF for about 15 seconds, and then back to ON. Observe the airbag indicator in the
instrument cluster. It should light from four to six seconds, and then go out. This indicates that the SRS is
functioning normally and that the repairs are complete. If the airbag indicator fails to light, or lights and stays
ON, there is still an active SRS fault or malfunction. Refer to the appropriate diagnostic information to diagnose
the problem.
30. If equipped with Steering Assist Module (SAM) perform the reset steering angle calibration standard procedure,
Steps 31 and 32.
31. With the vehicle parked on level ground, center the steering wheel.
32. Using the scan tool, under Steering Assist Module (SAM) select “Miscellaneous Functions” and perform the
“Steering Angle Calibration” routine.
NOTE: Proper SCCM installation must also be confirmed by viewing the SAS menu item, Data Display
function using a diagnostic scan tool.
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2023-2024 (D2) RAM 3500 Pickup

2023-2024 (DD) RAM 3500 Cab/Chassis

2023 (DF) RAM 3500 10K LB. Cab/Chassis

2023-2024 (DJ) RAM 2500 Pickup

2023-2024 (DP) RAM 4500/5500 Cab

2023 (DS) RAM 1500 Pickup

Template Version 1.0

SYMPTOM DESCRIPTION SCOPE

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2. Connect the wiTECH MDP to the vehicle data link connector.

3. Place the ignition in the “RUN” position.

4. Open the wiTECH 2.0 website.

6. From the “Vehicle Selection” screen, select the vehicle to be updated.

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Figure 1 – Scan Report Examples – Top Image is DS Trucks, Bottom Image is HD

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• YES – Continue with diagnosis in B. Fault Code Check.

B. Fault Code Check

15. Turn the headlamps to the OFF position.

16. Ensure that the steering wheel is centered.

• YES - Continue with Step 19.

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• YES - Continue with Step 22.

23. Start the vehicle.

24. Engage the RH turn signal, indicating RH turn.

25. Turn the steering wheel 1/4 turn clockwise.

• YES - Continue with Step 28.

28. Engage the LH turn signal, indicating LH turn.

29. Turn the steering wheel 1/4 turn counterclockwise.

• YES - Continue with Step 32.

33. Engage RH turn signal, indicating RH turn.

34. Turn Steering Wheel 1/4 turn clockwise.

• YES - Continue with Step 37.

38. Engage LH turn signal, indicating LH turn.

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• YES - Continue with Step 42.

D. wiTECH Diagnostic Testing

49. Confirm the software is at the latest available calibration level.

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• PASS - Proceed to Step 54.

56. Return the vehicle to the customer.

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1. Place the front wheels in the straight-ahead position.

3. Wait 2 minutes for capacitor discharge.

4. From below the steering column, remove the two

NOTE: There are snap connections near the

5. Remove the upper shroud (1) by pushing gently

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7. There are three airbag retainer access holes (1) on

Figure 3 – Airbag Retainer Access

8. Insert the short blade (Tip A) of the DAB Removal

Figure 4 – DAB Removal Tool 10187

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9. Push the handle of the tool downward for the blade to

10. Repeat Steps 7 and 8 at the other upper (two o'clock