Standard Ignition S-1940 License Plate Light Connector

License Plate Light Connector for Ram 1500

Standard Ignition S-1940 is a direct replacement license plate light connector for select Dodge Ram 1500 trucks. It is built to replace a damaged connector without replacing the full harness, helping restore a secure electrical connection at the license plate lamp circuit.

• Direct replacement license plate light connector
• Male connector with female pin socket terminals
• 2-wire, 2-terminal design
• 14 1/4 in. harness length
• Constructed with copper alloy, brass, phosphor bronze, and polyamide resin materials
• 100% tested for mechanical and electrical fit, form, and function

Detailed Product Overview

Standard Ignition S-1940 is engineered for electrical repair work where the original license plate light connector has heat damage, corrosion, broken locking tabs, or terminal wear. The connector uses high-grade terminal materials for conductivity and durability, while the polyamide housing supports long service life in demanding underbody and exterior lighting locations. This part cross-references Dorman - TECHoice 645-748 for the same application. For Ram 1500 owners, S-1940 provides a focused repair solution for the license plate lamp wiring connection on 1994-2001 Dodge Ram 1500 trucks.

What It Helps Repair

• Intermittent or failed license plate light operation
• Corroded or heat-damaged connector terminals
• Broken connector housing or poor terminal retention
• Electrical connection issues at the rear lighting circuit
• Harness damage where only the connector end needs replacement

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify connector style, terminal gender, and wire count against the original part before installation. Match the existing wiring layout carefully and inspect the lamp socket and nearby harness for corrosion or damaged insulation. This connector is listed for 1994-2001 Dodge Ram 1500 applications, so confirm the vehicle year before ordering. Standard Ignition S-1940 is also referenced by interchange numbers 5179988AB, 78071501, EC1438, PT1439, and PTA1037.

Quality Assurance

Standard Ignition tests these electrical connectors for proper mechanical and electrical fit, form, and function. The combination of copper alloy, brass, phosphor bronze, and polyamide materials is used to support consistent conductivity and connector durability in service.