Scan Tool Diagnostic Mode

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1995 Dodge Ram Wagon, 1995 Dodge Ram Van, 1995 Dodge Pickup, and 1995 Dodge Dakota. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Turn ignition off. Connect scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC). See DATA LINK CONNECTOR (DLC) table for connector location. See Fig 1 -Fig 3 .

DATA LINK CONNECTOR (DLC)

Application	DLC Location
Dakota & Ram Pickup	Right Rear Corner Of Engine Compartment
Ram Van/Wagon	Center Of Dash Panel In Engine Compartment, Near PCM

Start engine (if possible). With foot on brake, move transmission shift lever through all positions, ending in Park. Turn A/C switch on and then off (if equipped).
Turn engine off. Without starting engine again, turn ignition on. Using scan tool, access and record trouble codes.
When scan tool trouble code message is obtained, refer to appropriate test number in CHRYSLER CORP. SELF-DIAGNOSTIC TESTS - 5.2L GASOLINE article in the ENGINE PERFORMANCE section. To clear trouble codes, see CLEARING TROUBLE CODES .

Fig 1: Locating Data Link Connector (DLC) (AB Body)

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Fig 2: Locating Data Link Connector (DLC) (AN Body)

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Fig 3: Locating Data Link Connector (DLC) (BR Body)

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