Which wires give constant, ignition and ground on a 2006 Dodge Ram 1500?
On a 2006 Dodge Ram 1500, take constant power from the Grey/Red wire at the 5-pin ignition plug at the key cylinder, pin 5, ignition from the Pink/White wire at the 5-pin ignition plug at the key cylinder, pin 3, and ground to the Black/Grey wire at the 5-pin ignition plug at the key cylinder, pin 1. Meter every wire first.
Meter every wire before you tap it. Colors change with trim and build date.
OBD-II port:Under the dash, driver sideBest power spot:Key barrel plugSystem voltage:12VIgnition type:Key start (this page)
Where do I get constant, ignition and ground on a 2006 Dodge Ram 1500?
Constant, ignition and ground are on one plug at the key barrel.
Option 1 All the power
Key barrel plug
5-pin plug at the key cylinder.
Constant
Grey/Red
5-pin ignition plug at the key cylinder, pin 512V battery feed.
Ignition
Pink/White
5-pin ignition plug at the key cylinder, pin 3Hot with the key in run.
Accessory
Not found
Not in the guideNo accessory wire is listed.
Ground
Black/Grey
5-pin ignition plug at the key cylinder, pin 1Ground.
Starter is Dk.Green/Yellow on pin 4, when present. Pin 2 Purple/Brown is a MUX wire. Never tap either.
Option 2 Backup
Fuse tap
If you would rather not open the column.
Ignition
Fuse tap
Interior fuse panelBackup: a slot that is dead off and hot on.
Use an add-a-fuse.
From Fortin's install guide for the 2006 to 2007 Ram 1500 to 5500 with a key (guide 63771).
Where are the turn signal, reverse and light wires on a 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 for advanced 360 multicam and video telematics installs?
Circuit
Wire color
Location and what it does
Left turnNot foundNot yet checked
Not found
Not foundWe found no source for this wire.
Right turnNot foundNot yet checked
Not found
Not foundWe found no source for this wire.
Park lightDataNot yet checked
White/Lt.Green
10-pin plug at the driver kick panel, pin 1Multiplex wire, not a simple on/off signal. Do not use it as a sense input.
HeadlightNot foundNot yet checked
Not found
Not foundWe found no source for this wire.
ReverseNot foundNot yet checked
Not found
Not foundWe found no source for this wire.
Dome lightNot foundNot yet checked
Not found
Not foundWe found no source for this wire.
Each chip shows the main insulation color with its stripe. Source: Fortin's install guide for the 2006 to 2007 Ram 1500 to 5500 with a key (guide 63771).
Where are the brake, door, speed and CAN wires on a 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 for advanced 360 multicam and video telematics installs?
Circuit
Wire color
Location and what it does
CAN dataDataNot yet checked
White/Orange (high)
White (low)
8-pin transponder plug at the key barrelData only. Never cut it or use it for power.
BrakeNot foundNot yet checked
Not found
Not foundWe found no source for this wire.
DoorsNot foundNot yet checked
Not found
Not foundWe found no source for this wire.
Parking brakeNot foundNot yet checked
Not found
Not foundWe found no source for this wire.
Vehicle speedNot foundNot yet checked
Not found
Not foundWe found no source for this wire.
Source: Fortin's install guide for the 2006 to 2007 Ram 1500 to 5500 with a key (guide 63771). Wires marked Not found were not in the guide.
Where are the fuse boxes and ground points on a 2006 Dodge Ram 1500?
Ground pointsBare body metalNever the battery negative post.
Locations from Fortin's install guides.
Where is the OBD-II port on a 2006 Dodge Ram 1500?
OBD II
Diagnostic portOBD-II port: under the dash, driver sidePlug-in GPS trackers and OBD harnesses connect here. Check the port before you plan the install.
Which years share wiring with the 2006 Dodge Ram 1500?
This page2006Dodge Ram 1500.
Same wiring2007Fortin uses the same guide for these years. It also covers the 2500 to 5500.
Other years2008, 2009 and newerDifferent guide. Check the page for your year.
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This page covers the 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 pickup with a key start. Fortin uses the same guide for the 2500, 3500, 4500 and 5500.
The wire colors come from Fortin's install guide, read wire by wire. Our own team has not yet metered these on a 2006 Ram.
Written by API Signal, fleet GPS and camera installers for 35+ years across Georgia, South Carolina and North Carolina, installing every major telematics and camera brand. Every wire on this page lists its source.
Test every wire with a meter before you tap it
No wiring information is ever guaranteed. Colors and locations change with trim, options and build date, and the manufacturer can change them in the middle of a model year. We share this as a starting point for installers, and you are responsible for confirming every connection on the vehicle in front of you.
Common questions about 2006 Dodge Ram 1500 wiring
What wire is constant power on a 2006 Dodge Ram 1500?
Grey/Red at the 5-pin ignition plug at the key cylinder, pin 5. 12V battery feed. Meter it before you tap it.
What wire is ignition on a 2006 Dodge Ram 1500?
Pink/White at the 5-pin ignition plug at the key cylinder, pin 3. Hot with the key in run. Meter it before you tap it.
Which years share wiring with the 2006 Dodge Ram 1500?
2007. Fortin uses the same guide for these years.
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