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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSDODGE AND RAM1999DAKOTA SLT, 2D PICKUP, 3.9 X, 4WD, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCESYSTEMENGINE CONTROLS - TESTS W/CODESNO-START TESTSTEST NS-SEL: NO START SELECTION MENU
1999 Dodge and Ram Dakota SLT, 2D Pickup, 3.9 X, 4WD, Standard
Test NS-SEL: No Start Selection Menu
1999 Dodge and Ram Dakota SLT, 2D Pickup, 3.9 X, 4WD, StandardSECTION Test NS-SEL: No Start Selection Menu
- If PCM has not been replaced, go to next step. If PCM has been replaced, correct VIN and mileage must be reprogrammed. Using scan tool, enter correct VIN and mileage into PCM. Erase codes in ABS and air bag modules. Go to next step.
- If vehicle is not equipped with Smart Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM), go to step 4). If vehicle is equipped with SKIM, secret key data must be updated to enable starting. Go to next step.
- Using scan tool, select ENGINE MISC and then SKIM. Select SECURED ACCESS MODE and enter appropriate PIN code for this vehicle. Select UPDATE SECRET CODE data. Data will be transferred from SKIM to PCM. Go to next step.
- Ensure battery is fully charged. Attempt to crank engine. If engine will not crank, perform TEST NS-9A: REPAIRING NO CRANK CONDITION (A/T) . If engine cranks, but does not start and scan tool displays NO RESPONSE, perform TEST NS-6A: REPAIRING NO RESPONSE CONDITION . If engine starts and scan tool displays NO RESPONSE, perform TEST NS-6C: REPAIRING NO RESPONSE CONDITION . If engine starts and scan tool does not display NO RESPONSE, go to next step.
- Turn ignition off. Turn ignition on, but do not crank engine. Using scan tool, read DTCs. If any DTCs are displayed, perform appropriate test for specified DTC(s) proceed to appropriate DTC test. See DTC MESSAGES & CODES table. If no DTCs are displayed, refer to one of the following:
- For gasoline engines with no start problem, perform TEST NS -1A: QUALIFYING NO START CONDITION:
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.