Dodge Durango 1999 - Instrument Panel Systems

DN INSTRUMENT PANEL SYSTEMS 8E - 1
INSTRUMENT PANEL SYSTEMS

CONTENTS
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GENERAL INFORMATION BRAKE WARNING LAMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

CENTRAL TIMER MODULE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 CHECK GAUGES LAMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
GAUGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 CIGAR LIGHTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
INDICATOR LAMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 CLUSTER ILLUMINATION LAMP . . . . . . . . . . . 18
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE . . . . . . . . . . 14
INSTRUMENT PANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 CRUISE-ON INDICATOR LAMP . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 DOOR AJAR LAMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
JUNCTION BLOCK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE INDICATOR LAMP . . . . . 19
RELAY AND FUSE BLOCK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 FUEL GAUGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION HEADLAMP HIGH BEAM INDICATOR LAMP . . 20
AIRBAG INDICATOR LAMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM LAMP . . . . . . . . . . 7 LIFTGATE AJAR LAMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
BRAKE WARNING LAMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 LOW FUEL WARNING LAMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
CHECK GAUGES LAMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 LOW WASHER FLUID WARNING LAMP . . . . . 21
CIGAR LIGHTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP . . . . . . . . . . 22
CLUSTER ILLUMINATION LAMP . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 ODOMETER AND TRIP ODOMETER . . . . . . . . . 15
COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE . . . . . . . . . . . 5 OIL PRESSURE GAUGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
CRUISE-ON INDICATOR LAMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 OVERDRIVE-OFF INDICATOR LAMP . . . . . . . . 22
DOOR AJAR LAMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 POWER OUTLET . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE INDICATOR LAMP . . . . . . 9 SEAT BELT REMINDER LAMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
FUEL GAUGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 SECURITY LAMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
GEAR SELECTOR INDICATOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 SPEEDOMETER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
HEADLAMP HIGH BEAM INDICATOR LAMP . . 10 TACHOMETER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
LIFTGATE AJAR LAMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 TRANSMISSION OIL TEMPERATURE
LOW FUEL WARNING LAMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 WARNING LAMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
LOW WASHER FLUID WARNING LAMP . . . . . 10 TURN SIGNAL INDICATOR LAMP . . . . . . . . . . 24
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP . . . . . . . . . . 10 VOLTMETER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
ODOMETER AND TRIP ODOMETER . . . . . . . . . . 5 REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
OIL PRESSURE GAUGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 ASH RECEIVER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
OVERDRIVE-OFF INDICATOR LAMP . . . . . . . . 11 CENTRAL TIMER MODULE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
POWER OUTLET . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 CIGAR LIGHTER AND POWER OUTLET . . . . . . 32
SEAT BELT REMINDER LAMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 CLUSTER BEZEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
SECURITY LAMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 CLUSTER BULB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
SPEEDOMETER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 CLUSTER COMPONENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
TACHOMETER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 FOG LAMP SWITCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
TRANSMISSION OIL TEMPERATURE GEAR SELECTOR INDICATOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
WARNING LAMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 GLOVE BOX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
TURN SIGNAL INDICATOR LAMP . . . . . . . . . . 12 GLOVE BOX COMPONENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
VOLTMETER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 GLOVE BOX LAMP AND SWITCH . . . . . . . . . . 32
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING GLOVE BOX LATCH STRIKER . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
AIRBAG INDICATOR LAMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 HEADLAMP SWITCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM LAMP . . . . . . . . . 16 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
8E - 2 INSTRUMENT PANEL SYSTEMS DN
INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . 35 INSTRUMENT PANEL TOP COVER . . . . . . . . . . 38

INSTRUMENT PANEL CENTER SUPPORT JUNCTION BLOCK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
BRACKET . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 PARK BRAKE RELEASE HANDLE . . . . . . . . . . . 29
INSTRUMENT PANEL LOWER BEZEL . . . . . . . 31 STEERING COLUMN OPENING COVER AND
INSTRUMENT PANEL LOWER KNEE BLOCKER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
REINFORCEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
GENERAL INFORMATION superior instrument panel stiffness and integrity to

help reduce buzzes, squeaks, and rattles even on the
INTRODUCTION bumpiest roads.
This group is responsible for covering the vehicle This type of construction also provides improved
instrument panel. However, because the instrument energy absorption which, in conjunction with the
panel serves as the command center of the vehicle, it dual airbag modules and seat belts, helps to improve
is a very complex unit. The instrument panel is occupant protection. This foundation structure also
designed to house the controls and monitors for stan- serves as the duct for the heating and air condition-
dard and optional powertrains, climate control sys- ing system panel and defroster outlets, which greatly
tems, audio systems, lighting systems, safety systems reduces the number of components used over conven-
and many other comfort or convenience items. It is tional instrument panel construction.
also designed so that all of the controls and monitors Modular instrument panel construction allows all
can be safely reached and viewed by the vehicle oper- of the gauges and controls to be serviced from the
ator, while still allowing relative ease of access to front of the panel. In addition, most of the instru-
these items for service. ment panel electrical components can be accessed
Complete service information coverage for all of the without complete instrument panel removal. If neces-
systems and components housed in the instrument sary, the instrument panel can be removed from the
panel in this section of the service manual would not vehicle as an assembly.
be practical. It would result in a great deal of dupli- Removal of the steering column opening cover and
cation and make this group too large for the informa- knee blocker provides access to the steering column
tion to be easily accessed and used. Therefore, the mounts, the steering column wiring, the gearshift
information found in this group has been limited as interlock mechanism, the junction block, the relay
follows: and fuse block, and much of the instrument panel
• General Information - Covers non-electrical com- wiring. Removal of the glove box provides access to
ponents and features of the instrument panel that the Central Timer Module (CTM), the radio antenna
are not related to other systems. coaxial cable, and additional instrument panel wir-
• Description and Operation - Covers gauges and ing.
their sending units, warning lamps and their Removal of the instrument cluster bezel allows
switches, and instrument panel illumination lamps. access to the cluster assembly, the radio, the exterior
• Diagnosis and Testing - Covers gauges and their lighting system switches, and the heating and air
inputs, warning lamps and their inputs, and instru- conditioning controls. Removal of the cluster assem-
ment panel illumination lamps. bly allows access to the cluster illumination and indi-
• Removal and Installation - Covers all compo- cator lamp bulbs, and more of the instrument panel
nents installed on or in the instrument panel that wiring. The instrument panel center bezel contains
require removal for diagnosis or service of any other an ash receiver, a rear window (rear wiper/washer
instrument panel components covered in this group. and rear window defogger) switch pod, and has pro-
For more information on components or systems visions for a cigar lighter and an accessory power
not covered above, refer to the proper group in this outlet.
manual. If you are uncertain as to the proper group, Removal of the complete instrument panel is
refer to the Component and System Index at the required for service of the passenger side airbag mod-
back of this manual. Refer to Group 8W - Wiring ule and most passenger compartment components of
Diagrams for complete circuit descriptions and dia- the heating and air conditioning systems.
grams.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
INSTRUMENT PANEL A single instrument cluster is offered on this
This instrument panel uses a full-width structural model. The cluster is an electromechanical unit that
plastic foundation as its primary support. When the utilizes integrated circuitry and information carried
three primary molded plastic components of this on the Chrysler Collision Detection (CCD) data bus
structure are vibration welded together they provide network for control of all gauges and many of the
GENERAL INFORMATION (Continued)
indicator lamps. This cluster also incorporates a Liq- (LED). If an LED fails, the entire instrument cluster
uid Crystal Display (LCD) for the digital odometer/ must be replaced. The cluster lens, the cluster hood,
trip odometer display functions. Some variations of the rear cluster housing cover, and the incandescent
this cluster exist due to optional equipment and reg- lamp bulbs and holders are available for service
ulatory requirements. replacement.
The cluster includes the following analog gauges:
• Coolant temperature gauge GAUGE
• Fuel gauge With the ignition switch in the On or Start posi-
• Oil pressure gauge tions, voltage is supplied to all gauges through the
• Speedometer instrument cluster electronic circuit board. With the
• Tachometer ignition switch in the Off position, voltage is not sup-
• Voltmeter. plied to the gauges. The gauges do not accurately
This cluster also includes provisions for the follow- indicate any vehicle condition unless the ignition
ing indicator lamps: switch is in the On or Start positions.
• Airbag indicator lamp All of the instrument cluster gauges, except the
• Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) lamp odometer, are air core magnetic units. Two fixed elec-
• Brake warning lamp tromagnetic coils are located within the gauge. These
• Check gauges lamp coils are wrapped at right angles to each other
• Cruise-on indicator lamp around a movable permanent magnet. The movable
• Door ajar lamp magnet is suspended within the coils on one end of a
• Four-wheel drive indicator lamps (part-time and shaft. The gauge needle is attached to the other end
full-time) of the shaft.
• Headlamp high beam indicator lamp One of the coils has a fixed current flowing
• Liftgate ajar lamp through it to maintain a constant magnetic field
• Low fuel warning lamp strength. Current flow through the second coil
• Low washer fluid warning lamp changes, which causes changes in its magnetic field
• Malfunction indicator (Check Engine) lamp strength. The current flowing through the second coil
• Overdrive-off indicator lamp is changed by the instrument cluster electronic cir-
• Seat belt reminder lamp cuitry in response to messages received on the
• Security lamp Chrysler Collision Detection (CCD) data bus network.
• Transmission oil temperature warning lamp The gauge needle moves as the movable permanent
• Turn signal indicator lamps magnet aligns itself to the changing magnetic fields
The instrument cluster also has a provision for created around it by the electromagnets. The instru-
mounting the automatic transmission gear selector ment cluster circuitry is programmed to move all of
indicator in the lower right corner of the cluster. the gauge needles back to the low end of their respec-
The instrument cluster circuitry has a self-diagnos- tive scales after the ignition switch is turned to the
tic actuator test capability, which will test each of the Off position.
CCD bus message-controlled functions of the cluster
by lighting the appropriate indicator lamps and posi- INDICATOR LAMP
tioning the gauge needles at several predetermined Indicator lamps are located in the instrument clus-
locations on the gauge faces in a prescribed sequence. ter and are served by the cluster circuit board and
For more information on this function, see Instru- connectors. Many of the indicator lamps in the
ment Cluster in the Diagnosis and Testing section of instrument cluster are controlled by the instrument
this group. cluster circuitry in response to messages received
The instrument cluster circuitry also sends chime over the Chrysler Collision Detection (CCD) data bus
tone requests over a hard wired circuit to the Central network.
Timer Module (CTM) when it monitors certain condi- The four-wheel drive indicator lamps (part-time
tions or inputs. The CTM replaces the chime or and full-time), headlamp high beam indicator lamp,
buzzer module. Refer to Group 8U - Chime/Buzzer liftgate ajar lamp, low washer fluid warning lamp,
Warning Systems for more information on this clus- overdrive off indicator lamp, security lamp and turn
ter circuitry function. signal indicator lamps are hard wired. The seat belt
The instrument cluster for this model is serviced reminder lamp is controlled by the instrument clus-
only as a complete unit. If a cluster gauge or the ter programming and by CCD data bus messages
cluster circuit board are faulty, the entire cluster from the Airbag Control Module (ACM). The brake
must be replaced. Each of the red indicators in the warning lamp is controlled by a hard wired input
cluster are illuminated by a Light-Emitting Diode from the parking brake switch and by CCD data bus
messages from the Controller Anti-lock Brake (CAB). • Courtesy lamp time-out
The instrument cluster circuitry uses CCD data bus • Ignition key lamp timer
messages from the Powertrain Control Module • Intermittent wipe control
(PCM), ACM, CAB, and Central Timer Module (CTM) • Enhanced accident response (high-line only)
to control all of the remaining indicator lamps. • Horn chirp upon door lock with RKE (program-
Each of the red indicator lamps in the instrument mable) (high-line only)
cluster is illuminated by a dedicated Light-Emitting • Illuminated entry
Diode (LED). If an LED should fail, the entire instru- • Power door lock control (high-line only)
ment cluster must be replaced. The remaining lamps • Power lock inhibit (high-line only)
in the instrument cluster use incandescent bulbs and • Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) (high-line only)
holders, which are available for individual service • Rolling door locks (programmable) (high-line
replacement. only)
• Speed sensitive intermittent wipe (high-line
CENTRAL TIMER MODULE only)
Two versions of the Central Timer Module (CTM) • Vehicle Theft Security System (VTSS) (high-line
are available on this vehicle, a base version and a only) (if the vehicle is so equipped).
high-line version. The base version of the CTM is • Wipe after wash
used on base models of the vehicle. The base version Both versions of the CTM are mounted under the
of the CTM combines the functions of a chime/buzzer passenger side end of the instrument panel, outboard
module, an intermittent wipe module, an illuminated of the glove box opening.
entry module and an ignition lamp time delay relay Refer to Central Timer Module in the Diagnosis
in a single unit. and Testing section of Group 8U - Chime/Buzzer
The high-line version of the CTM is used on high- Warning Systems for diagnosis of the base version of
line vehicles. The high-line CTM provides all of the the CTM. For diagnosis of the high-line version of
functions of the base version CTM, but also is used to the CTM or the CCD data bus, the use of a DRB
control and integrate many of the additional elec- scan tool and the proper Diagnostic Procedures man-
tronic functions and features included on the high- ual are recommended. The CTM cannot be repaired
line models. The high-line version of the CTM and, if faulty or damaged, it must be replaced.
contains a central processing unit and interfaces with
other modules in the vehicle on the Chrysler Colli- JUNCTION BLOCK
sion Detection (CCD) data bus network. The junction block is mounted on the left instru-
The CCD data bus network allows the sharing of ment panel end bracket on the left outboard end of
sensor information. This helps to reduce wire har- the instrument panel. It is concealed behind the left
ness complexity, reduce internal controller hardware, end of the instrument panel top cover. The junction
and reduce component sensor current loads. At the block serves to simplify and centralize numerous
same time, this system provides increased reliability, electrical components.
enhanced diagnostics, and allows the addition of The junction block combines the functions previ-
many new feature capabilities. ously provided by a separate fuseblock module and
Some of the functions and features that the CTM relay center. It contains fuses, circuit breakers and
supports or controls include: relays. It also eliminates the need for numerous
• Chimes for the following conditions: splice connections and serves in place of a bulkhead
• Headlamps on with ignition off and driver door connector between many of the engine compartment,
open warning instrument panel, and body wire harnesses.
• Key in ignition with ignition off and driver door The left end of the instrument panel top cover has
open warning a snap-fit fuse access panel that can be removed for
• ABS lamp warning (if the vehicle is so equipped) service of the junction block fuses. A fuse puller and
• Airbag lamp warning spare fuse holders are located on the back of the fuse
• Check engine lamp warning access panel. A label on the back of the fuse access
• Check gauges lamp warning panel identifies the fuse cavity assignments.
• Door ajar lamp warning The junction block cannot be repaired and, if faulty
• Liftgate ajar lamp warning or damaged, it must be replaced.
• Low fuel lamp warning
• Low washer fluid lamp warning RELAY AND FUSE BLOCK
• Seat belt reminder lamp warning An additional relay and fuse block is integral to
• Transmission oil temperature lamp warning the instrument panel wire harness. The relay and
• Courtesy lamp defeat fuse block is snap fit onto mounting tabs located on
the end of the junction block nearest to the dash The PCM uses an input from the fuel gauge send-
panel, under the left outboard end of the instrument ing unit and internal programming to decide what
panel. The relay and fuse block has cavities for up to fuel level messages are required. The PCM then
four additional fuses and four additional relays, sends the proper messages to the instrument cluster
which could not be accommodated by the junction on the CCD data bus. If the PCM messages indicate
block or the Power Distribution Center (PDC). that the fuel level is below one-eighth of a full tank
The steering column opening cover and knee for more than ten seconds, the instrument cluster cir-
blocker can be removed from the instrument panel cuitry turns on the low fuel warning lamp and sends
for service access of the relay and fuse block compo- a chime tone request to the Central Timer Module
nents. Refer to 8W-11 - Fuse/Fuse Block in Group 8W (CTM).
- Wiring Diagrams for identification of the relay and The fuel gauge sending unit is mounted to the elec-
fuse block cavity assignments. tric fuel pump module located inside the fuel tank.
The relay and fuse block is serviced as part of the The sending unit has a float attached to the end of a
instrument panel wire harness assembly. If the relay swing-arm. The float moves up or down within the
and fuse block is faulty or damaged, the instrument fuel tank as the fuel level changes. As the float
panel wire harness assembly must be replaced. moves, an electrical contact on the pivot end of the
swing-arm wipes across a resistor coil, which changes
the internal electrical resistance of the sending unit.
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION Refer to Group 14 - Fuel Systems for more informa-
tion on the PCM and the fuel gauge sending unit ser-
COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE vice procedures.
The coolant temperature gauge gives an indication
of the engine coolant temperature. The instrument ODOMETER AND TRIP ODOMETER
cluster circuitry controls the gauge pointer position. The odometer and the trip odometer share the
The instrument cluster circuitry calculates the same Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) on the instru-
proper gauge pointer position based upon engine ment cluster circuit board. Each gives an indication
coolant temperature messages received from the of the distance the vehicle has travelled. However, by
Powertrain Control Module (PCM) on the Chrysler depressing the reset knob on the face of the instru-
Collision Detection (CCD) data bus. ment cluster, the display mode can be switched from
The PCM uses an input from the engine coolant odometer to trip odometer. Depressing the reset knob
temperature sensor and internal programming to for longer than two seconds while in the trip odome-
decide what engine coolant temperature messages ter mode will reset the trip odometer to zero. The
are required. The PCM then sends the proper mes- odometer and trip odometer display values are based
sages to the instrument cluster on the CCD data bus. upon odometer and trip odometer messages received
If the PCM messages indicate that coolant temper- from the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) on the
ature is too high, the instrument cluster circuitry Chrysler Collision Detection (CCD) data bus.
moves the gauge needle to the high end of the scale The PCM uses a speed pulse input received from
on the gauge face, turns on the Check Gauges lamp, the Controller Anti-lock Brake (CAB) and internal
and sends a chime tone request to the Central Timer programming to decide what vehicle speed and dis-
Module (CTM). tance messages are required. The PCM then sends
The engine coolant temperature sensor is installed the proper messages to the instrument cluster cir-
in a threaded hole that penetrates a coolant passage cuitry on the CCD data bus. The CAB uses an input
of the engine. It is a thermistor-type sensor that from the rear wheel speed sensor and internal pro-
changes its internal resistance with changes in gramming, which includes a programmable pinion
engine coolant temperature. Refer to Group 14 - Fuel factor to compensate for different axle gear ratios
Systems for more information on the PCM and the and tire sizes, to determine what speed pulse output
coolant temperature sensor. is required. The CAB then sends the proper speed
pulse to the PCM on a hard wired circuit.
FUEL GAUGE The instrument cluster stores both the last odome-
The fuel gauge gives an indication of the level of ter and last trip odometer distance messages it
fuel in the fuel tank. The instrument cluster circuitry receives from the PCM, and displays the proper
controls the gauge pointer position. The instrument value based upon ignition key-on and trip odometer
cluster circuitry calculates the proper gauge pointer reset knob inputs. If the instrument cluster stops
position based upon fuel level messages received receiving distance messages from the PCM during its
from the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) on the current ignition key-on cycle, the odometer or trip
Chrysler Collision Detection (CCD) data bus. odometer will display the last distance value that
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION (Continued)
was received. If the instrument cluster has not from the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) on the
received any distance messages from the PCM during Chrysler Collision Detection (CCD) data bus.
its current ignition key-on cycle, the odometer or trip The PCM uses a speed pulse input received from
odometer display will blink. the Controller Anti-lock Brake (CAB) and internal
The rear wheel speed sensor is excited by an programming to decide what vehicle speed and dis-
exciter ring on the differential case within the rear tance messages are required. The PCM then sends
axle housing. Incorrect tire size, incorrect axle ratio, the proper messages to the instrument cluster cir-
an incorrect pinion factor, a faulty or improperly cuitry on the CCD data bus. The CAB uses an input
installed rear wheel speed sensor, a faulty rear axle from the rear wheel speed sensor and internal pro-
exciter ring, or a faulty CAB can each result in inac- gramming, which includes a programmable pinion
curate odometer readings. For diagnosis of the odom- factor to compensate for different axle gear ratios
eter and trip odometer inputs, a DRB scan tool and and tire sizes, to determine what speed pulse output
the proper Diagnostic Procedures manual are recom- is required. The CAB then sends the proper speed
mended. Refer to Group 5 - Brakes for more informa- pulse to the PCM on a hard wired circuit.
tion on the CAB, the rear wheel speed sensor and the The rear wheel speed sensor is excited by an
rear axle exciter ring. Refer to Group 14 - Fuel Sys- exciter ring on the differential case within the rear
tems for more information on the PCM. axle housing. Incorrect tire size, incorrect axle ratio,
an incorrect pinion factor, a faulty or improperly
OIL PRESSURE GAUGE installed rear wheel speed sensor, a faulty rear axle
The oil pressure gauge gives an indication of the exciter ring, or a faulty CAB can each result in inac-
engine oil pressure. The instrument cluster circuitry curate speedometer readings. For diagnosis of the
controls the gauge pointer position. The instrument speedometer inputs, a DRB scan tool and the proper
cluster circuitry calculates the proper gauge pointer Diagnostic Procedures manual are recommended.
position based upon engine oil pressure messages Refer to Group 5 - Brakes for more information on
received from the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) the CAB, the rear wheel speed sensor and the rear
on the Chrysler Collision Detection (CCD) data bus. axle exciter ring. Refer to Group 14 - Fuel Systems
The PCM uses an input from the engine oil pres- for more information on the PCM.
sure sensor and internal programming to decide
what engine oil pressure messages are required. The TACHOMETER
PCM then sends the proper messages to the instru- The tachometer gives an indication of the engine
ment cluster on the CCD data bus. If the PCM mes- speed in revolutions-per-minute (RPM). The instru-
sages indicate that oil pressure is too low, the ment cluster circuitry controls the gauge pointer
instrument cluster circuitry moves the gauge needle position. The instrument cluster circuitry calculates
to the 0 PSI graduation on the gauge face, turns on the proper gauge pointer position based upon engine
the Check Gauges lamp, and sends a chime tone speed messages received from the Powertrain Control
request to the Central Timer Module (CTM). If the Module (PCM) on the Chrysler Collision Detection
PCM messages indicate that oil pressure is too high, (CCD) data bus.
the instrument cluster circuitry moves the gauge The PCM uses an input from the crankshaft posi-
needle to the 110 PSI graduation on the gauge face. tion sensor and internal programming to calculate
The engine oil pressure sensor is installed in a what engine speed messages are required. The PCM
threaded hole that penetrates an oil passage of the then sends the proper messages to the instrument
engine. The engine oil pressure sensor contains a cluster on the CCD data bus. The crankshaft position
flexible diaphragm and a variable resistor coil. The sensor is a hall-effect sensor installed near the rear
diaphragm moves in response to changes in the of the engine, where it is aimed at the trigger wheel
engine oil pressure, which changes the internal elec- attached to the rear flange of the crankshaft.
trical resistance of the sensor. Refer to Group 14 - Refer to Group 14 - Fuel Systems for more infor-
Fuel Systems for more information on the PCM and mation on the PCM. Refer to Group 8D - Ignition
the engine oil pressure sensor. Systems for more information on the crankshaft posi-
tion sensor.
SPEEDOMETER
The speedometer gives an indication of the current VOLTMETER
vehicle speed. The instrument cluster circuitry con- The voltmeter gives an indication of the electrical
trols the gauge pointer position. The instrument clus- system voltage. The instrument cluster circuitry con-
ter circuitry calculates the proper gauge pointer trols the gauge pointer position. The instrument clus-
position based upon vehicle speed messages received ter circuitry calculates the proper gauge pointer
position based upon system voltage messages
received from the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) airbag system fault has been detected and that the
on the Chrysler Collision Detection (CCD) data bus. airbag indicator lamp is inoperative.
The PCM uses an input from the electrical system See Seat Belt Reminder Lamp in the Description
and internal programming to decide what system and Operation section of this group for more informa-
voltage messages are required. The PCM then sends tion on the airbag lamp backup feature. Refer to Air-
the proper messages to the instrument cluster on the bag System in Group 8M - Passive Restraint Systems
CCD data bus. If the PCM messages indicate that for more information on the airbag system.
the charging system has failed, the electrical system
voltage is less than 11 volts or greater than 16.6 ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM LAMP
volts, the instrument cluster circuitry turns on the The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) lamp gives an
Check Gauges lamp and sends a chime tone request indication when the ABS system is faulty or inoper-
to the Central Timer Module (CTM). ative. The lamp is controlled by the instrument clus-
Refer to Group 14 - Fuel Systems for more infor- ter circuitry based upon messages received from the
mation on the PCM. Refer to Group 8C - Charging Controller Anti-lock Brake (CAB) on the Chrysler
Systems for more information on the charging system Collision Detection (CCD) data bus. The lamp is
components and their diagnosis. turned on by the CAB for about two seconds when
the ignition switch is turned to the On position as a
AIRBAG INDICATOR LAMP bulb test.
The airbag indicator lamp gives an indication when After the bulb test, the CAB turns the lamp on or
the airbag system is faulty or inoperative. The lamp off based upon the results of the ABS self-tests. The
is controlled by the instrument cluster circuitry CAB continually monitors the ABS circuits and sen-
based upon messages received from the Airbag Con- sors to decide whether the system is in good operat-
trol Module (ACM) on the Chrysler Collision Detec- ing condition. The CAB then sends the proper
tion (CCD) data bus. The lamp is turned on by the messages to the instrument cluster on the CCD data
ACM for about seven seconds when the ignition bus to turn the lamp on or off. If the CAB turns the
switch is turned to the On position as a bulb test. lamp on after the bulb test, it indicates that the CAB
The ACM continually monitors the airbag system has detected a system malfunction and/or that the
circuits and sensors to decide whether the system is ABS system has become inoperative. If only the
in good operating condition. The ACM then sends the amber ABS lamp is illuminated, and the red brake
proper messages to the instrument cluster on the warning lamp remains off, the base brake system
CCD data bus to turn the lamp on or off. If the ACM will operate normally.
turns the lamp on after the bulb test, it indicates the Each time the instrument cluster circuitry receives
ACM has detected a system malfunction and/or that a lamp-on message from the CAB, it will light the
the airbag system has become inoperative. The lamp for the duration of the ABS malfunction. The
instrument cluster circuitry will also send a chime CAB will also flash this lamp during the diagnostic
request to the Central Timer Module (CTM) when a mode, unless a hard fault is present. If a hard fault
lamp-on message is received from the ACM. A is present, the ABS lamp will illuminate without
lamp-on message does not mean that either or both flashing. Refer to Group 5 - Brakes for more informa-
airbags will not deploy upon an impact, only that tion on the ABS systems.
they might not deploy, depending upon the nature of
the detected malfunction. Each time that the instru- BRAKE WARNING LAMP
ment cluster circuitry receives a lamp-on message The brake warning lamp gives an indication when
from the ACM, it will light the lamp for three sec- the parking brake is applied, when the pressures in
onds or the duration of the airbag system malfunc- the two halves of the split brake hydraulic system
tion, whichever is longer. are unequal, if the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
The airbag indicator lamp also has a lamp backup lamp has failed and an ABS fault occurs, and during
feature. About ten seconds after the ignition switch is ABS diagnostics. The lamp is turned on by the
turned to the On position, if an inoperative airbag instrument cluster circuitry for about two seconds
warning lamp circuit was detected during the bulb when the ignition switch is moved to the Start posi-
test sequence, the instrument cluster circuitry will tion as a bulb test. After the bulb test, the lamp is
flash the seat belt reminder lamp on and off for controlled by a hard wired input from the parking
about thirty seconds. If the seat belt reminder lamp brake switch and/or by the instrument cluster cir-
stays on after flashing for thirty seconds, or comes on cuitry based upon messages received from the Con-
at any time other than about ten seconds after the troller Anti-lock Brake (CAB) on the Chrysler
initial ignition-on sequence, it may indicate that an Collision Detection (CCD) data bus.
The CAB turns the lamp on or off based upon the cigar lighter base is secured by a snap fit within the
results of the ABS self-tests. The CAB continually instrument panel lower bezel.
monitors the ABS circuits and sensors, including the The cigar lighter consists of two major components:
brake warning switch and the ABS lamp, to decide a knob and heating element unit, and the cigar
whether the system is in good operating condition. lighter base or receptacle shell. The receptacle shell
The CAB then sends the proper messages to the is connected to ground, and an insulated contact in
instrument cluster on the CCD data bus to turn the the bottom of the shell is connected to battery cur-
lamp on or off. If the CAB turns the lamp on after rent. The cigar lighter receives battery voltage from a
the bulb test, it indicates that the CAB has detected fuse in the junction block only when the ignition
a system malfunction. switch is in the Accessory or On positions.
The parking brake switch is hard wired to the The knob and heating element are encased within
instrument cluster and closes to ground when the a spring-loaded housing, which also features a sliding
parking brake is applied. The brake warning switch protective heat shield. When the knob and heating
is hard wired to the CAB and closes to ground when element are inserted in the receptacle shell, the heat-
it senses unequal hydraulic pressures in the two ing element resistor coil is grounded through its
halves of the split brake hydraulic system, possibly housing to the receptacle shell. If the cigar lighter
due to low brake fluid level or brake fluid leakage. knob is pushed inward, the heat shield slides up
After the bulb test, if the red brake warning lamp toward the knob exposing the heating element, and
remains illuminated with the parking brake released, the heating element extends from the housing toward
the base brake system may not be operational. The the insulated contact in the bottom of the receptacle
vehicle should never be operated while the red brake shell.
warning lamp is illuminated. Refer to Group 5 - Two small spring-clip retainers are located on
Brakes for more information. either side of the insulated contact inside the bottom
of the receptacle shell. These clips engage and hold
CHECK GAUGES LAMP the heating element against the insulated contact
The check gauges lamp gives an indication when long enough for the resistor coil to heat up. When the
certain gauges reflect a condition requiring immedi- heating element is engaged with the contact, battery
ate attention. The lamp is turned on by the instru- current can flow through the resistor coil to ground,
ment cluster circuitry for about three seconds after causing the resistor coil to heat.
the ignition switch is turned to the On position as a When the resistor coil becomes sufficiently heated,
bulb test. After the bulb test, the lamp is controlled excess heat radiates from the heating element caus-
by the instrument cluster circuitry based upon gauge ing the spring-clips to expand. Once the spring-clips
data messages received from the Powertrain Control expand far enough to release the heating element,
Module (PCM) on the Chrysler Collision Detection the spring-loaded housing forces the knob and heat-
(CCD) data bus. ing element to pop back outward to their relaxed
The PCM uses several inputs to decide what gauge position. When the cigar lighter knob and element
data messages are required. The PCM then sends the are pulled out of the receptacle shell, the protective
proper message to the instrument cluster on the heat shield slides downward on the housing so that
CCD data bus. When the instrument cluster circuitry the heating element is recessed and shielded around
receives a gauge data message that requires the its circumference for safety.
check gauges lamp to be turned on, it also sends a The cigar lighter knob and heating element unit,
chime tone request to the Central Timer Module and the cigar lighter receptacle unit are available for
(CTM). service. These components cannot be repaired and, if
The gauge data messages for which the instrument faulty or damaged, they must be replaced.
cluster is programmed to turn on the check gauges
lamp are: CLUSTER ILLUMINATION LAMP
• Engine coolant temperature is high The cluster illumination lamps are hard wired in
• Engine oil pressure is low the instrument cluster. When the park or head lamps
• System voltage is high or low. are turned on, the cluster illumination lamps light.
Illumination brightness is adjusted by rotating the
CIGAR LIGHTER headlamp switch knob (clockwise to dim, counter-
A cigar lighter is standard equipment on this clockwise to brighten). The instrument cluster illumi-
model. The cigar lighter is installed in the instru- nation lamps receive battery feed from the panel
ment panel lower bezel, which is located near the dimmer rheostat in the headlamp switch through a
center of the instrument panel, below the radio. The fuse in the junction block.
The instrument cluster circuitry monitors the clus- FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE INDICATOR LAMP
ter illumination lamp dimming level and responds by
sending dimming level messages over the Chrysler PART TIME
Collision Detection (CCD) data bus network. These On vehicles with the optional part time four-wheel
dimming level messages are then used by the overdrive transfer case (Model NV231), the Part Time
head console display module to coordinate the dim- indicator lamp lights when the transfer case is
ming level of its Vacuum Fluorescent Display (VFD) engaged in the 4H or 4L positions. On vehicles with
with that of the instrument cluster. the optional full-time four-wheel drive transfer case
Each of the cluster illumination lamps is located on (Model NV242), the Part Time indicator lamp lights
the instrument cluster circuit board. Each lamp has when the transfer case is engaged in the 4 X 4 Part
a replaceable bulb and bulb holder. Refer to Group Time or 4 Lo positions.
8L - Lamps for more information. When the ignition switch is in the On position, bat-
tery voltage is supplied to one side of the indicator
CRUISE-ON INDICATOR LAMP lamp bulb. A normally-open, plunger-type, four-wheel
The cruise-on indicator lamp gives an indication drive switch threaded into the transfer case is hard
when the vehicle speed control system is turned on, wired in series between the other side of the indica-
even when the system is not currently engaged. The tor lamp bulb and ground. When the transfer case is
lamp is turned on by the instrument cluster circuitry shifted into the proper position, the plunger of the
for about two seconds when the ignition switch is four-wheel drive switch is moved, closing the switch
turned to the On position as a bulb test. After the and providing a path to ground. This causes the Part
bulb test, the lamp is controlled by the instrument Time indicator lamp bulb to light.
cluster circuitry based upon messages received from Refer to Group 21 - Transmission for more infor-
the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) on the mation on the transfer case shift mechanism.
Chrysler Collision Detection (CCD) data bus.
The PCM uses an input from the analog resistor- FULL TIME
multiplexed vehicle speed control switches in the The Full Time indicator lamp is only operational
steering wheel to decide whether to turn the lamp on on vehicles equipped with the optional full-time four-
or off. The PCM then sends the proper messages to wheel drive transfer case (Model NV242). The Full
the instrument cluster on the CCD data bus. Refer to Time indicator lamp lights when the transfer case is
Group 8H - Vehicle Speed Control System for more engaged in the 4 X 4 Full Time position.
information. When the ignition switch is in the On position, bat-
tery voltage is supplied to one side of the indicator
DOOR AJAR LAMP lamp bulb. A normally-open, plunger-type, four-wheel
The door ajar lamp is only operational on vehicles drive switch threaded into the transfer case is hard
equipped with a high-line Central Timer Module wired in series between the other side of the indica-
(CTM). The door ajar lamp gives an indication when tor lamp bulb and ground. When the transfer case is
a driver or passenger door is not completely latched. shifted into the proper position, the plunger of the
The lamp is turned on by the instrument cluster cir- four-wheel drive switch is moved, closing the switch
cuitry for about two seconds when the ignition switch and providing a path to ground. This causes the Full
is turned to the On position as a bulb test. After the Time indicator lamp bulb to light.
bulb test, the lamp is controlled by the instrument Refer to Group 21 - Transmission for more infor-
cluster circuitry based upon messages received from mation on the transfer case shift mechanism.
the CTM on the Chrysler Collision Detection (CCD)
data bus. GEAR SELECTOR INDICATOR
The high-line CTM uses inputs from the door ajar The gear selector indicator gives an indication of
switches and internal programming to decide the position of the automatic transmission gear selec-
whether to turn the lamp on or off. The CTM then tor lever. The indicator is mounted to the rear of the
sends the proper messages to the instrument cluster instrument cluster housing.
on the CCD data bus. The indicator is mechanically actuated by a cable
The door ajar switches are integral to the door connected to the gear selector indicator driver lever
latches on the driver door and each passenger door. of the gear selector lever mechanism on the steering
Refer to Group 8Q - Vehicle Theft/Security Systems column. This group covers only the removal and
for more information on the door ajar switches. installation of the gear selector indicator. Refer to
Group 19 - Steering for the gear selector indicator
cable adjustment procedures.
HEADLAMP HIGH BEAM INDICATOR LAMP arm. The float moves up or down within the fuel
The headlamp high beam indicator lamp gives an tank as the fuel level changes. As the float moves, an
indication when the headlamp high beams are turned electrical contact on the pivot end of the swing-arm
on. The lamp is controlled by a hard wired input wipes across a resistor coil, which changes the resis-
from the headlamp dimmer (multi-function) switch. tance of the sending unit. Refer to Group 14 - Fuel
One side of the high beam indicator lamp bulb is Systems for more information on the PCM and its
grounded at all times. The other side of the bulb inputs.
receives a battery feed through the contacts of the
dimmer switch when the multi-function switch stalk LOW WASHER FLUID WARNING LAMP
is actuated to turn on the headlamp high beams. The low washer fluid warning lamp gives an indi-
Refer to Group 8L - Lamps for more information. cation when the fluid level in the washer fluid reser-
voir is too low. The instrument cluster circuitry lights
LIFTGATE AJAR LAMP the lamp for about two seconds when the ignition
The liftgate ajar lamp gives an indication when the switch is turned to the On position as a bulb test.
liftgate is not completely latched. When the ignition After the bulb test, the instrument cluster circuitry
switch is in the On position, battery voltage is sup- controls the lamp based upon a hard wired input
plied to one side of the indicator lamp. A normally- from the washer fluid level sensor.
open, liftgate ajar switch is hard wired in series The washer fluid level sensor uses a float in the
between the other side of the indicator lamp and washer fluid reservoir to monitor the fluid level. The
ground. When the liftgate is opened, the liftgate ajar up and down action of the float opens or closes the
switch closes providing a path to ground. This causes switch within the washer fluid level sensor that pro-
the liftgate ajar lamp to light. vides a ground signal to the instrument cluster cir-
The liftgate ajar switch is integral to the liftgate cuitry.
latch. Refer to Group 8Q - Vehicle Theft/Security Sys- If the instrument cluster circuitry senses a ground
tems for more information on the liftgate ajar switch. input from the washer fluid level sensor for more
than about sixty seconds, it turns on the low washer
LOW FUEL WARNING LAMP fluid warning lamp and sends a chime tone request
The low fuel warning lamp gives an indication to the Central Timer Module (CTM). This helps to
when the fuel level in the fuel tank has fallen below reduce the effects of fluid sloshing within the reser-
about one-eighth of a full tank, as registered on the voir. This lamp also latches. Once the lamp has been
fuel gauge. The instrument cluster circuitry lights turned on, it will remain on until washer fluid is
the lamp for about two seconds when the ignition added to the reservoir and the ignition switch is
switch is turned to the On position as a bulb test. cycled.
After the bulb test, the instrument cluster circuitry Refer to Washer Fluid Level Sensor in Group 8K -
controls the lamp based upon fuel level and vehicle Wiper and Washer Systems for more information.
speed messages received from the Powertrain Control
Module (PCM) on the Chrysler Collision Detection MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP
(CCD) data bus. The Check Engine or Malfunction Indicator Lamp
The PCM uses inputs from the fuel gauge sending (MIL) gives an indication when the Powertrain Con-
unit, the Controller Anti-lock Brake (CAB), and inter- trol Module (PCM) has recorded a Diagnostic Trouble
nal programming to decide what messages are Code (DTC) for an On-Board Diagnostics II (OBDII)
required. The PCM then sends the proper messages emissions-related circuit or component malfunction.
to the instrument cluster on the CCD data bus. The lamp is controlled by the instrument cluster cir-
If the PCM messages indicate that the fuel level is cuitry based upon messages received from the PCM
below one-eighth of a full tank for more than ten sec- on the Chrysler Collision Detection (CCD) data bus.
onds, and that the vehicle is not moving, the instru- The PCM sends lamp-on messages for about two sec-
ment cluster circuitry turns on the low fuel warning onds when the ignition switch is turned to the On
lamp and sends a chime tone request to the Central position as a bulb test.
Timer Module (CTM). To reduce the effects of fuel Following the bulb test, the PCM uses inputs from
sloshing, if the vehicle speed message indicates that many emissions-related circuits and sensors, along
the vehicle is moving, the fuel level message must with its internal programming, to decide whether a
remain below one-eighth of a full tank for more than condition exists that requires the MIL lamp to be
sixty seconds before the lamp will be illuminated. turned on. The PCM then sends the proper messages
The fuel gauge sending unit is mounted to the elec- to the instrument cluster on the CCD data bus to
tric fuel pump module inside the fuel tank. The send- turn the lamp on or off.
ing unit has a float attached to the end of a swing-
Refer to Group 14 - Fuel Systems for more infor- effect on the seat belt reminder lamp operation. If
mation on the PCM or the PCM inputs. Refer to the driver seat belt switch is closed (seat belt is not
Group 25 - Emission Control Systems for more infor- buckled), the instrument cluster will send a chime
mation on DTCs and their retrieval. request to the Central Timer Module (CTM) lasting
the duration of the seat belt reminder lamp illumina-
OVERDRIVE-OFF INDICATOR LAMP tion. The chime warning will stop when the driver
The overdrive-off indicator lamp gives the driver seat belt switch is open (seat belt is buckled).
an indication that the automatic transmission over- The seat belt reminder lamp also serves as a
drive has been locked out. The lamp is controlled by backup for the airbag indicator lamp. About twenty
the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) on a hard seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the On
wired circuit to instrument cluster. position, if an inoperative airbag indicator lamp cir-
The PCM receives an input from the momentary cuit was detected during the bulb test sequence, the
overdrive lockout switch, which is located on the end instrument cluster circuitry will flash the seat belt
of the automatic transmission gearshift selector lever. reminder lamp on and off for about thirty seconds. If
The PCM uses the overdrive lockout switch input, the seat belt reminder lamp stays on after flashing
along with numerous other sensor inputs and its for thirty seconds, or comes on at any time other
internal programming to decide whether the over- than about twenty seconds after the initial igni-
drive-off indicator lamp should be on or off. The PCM tion-on sequence, it indicates an airbag system fault
then turns the lamp on or off by controlling the has been detected and that the airbag indicator lamp
ground path for the lamp control circuit. is inoperative.
Refer to Group 14 - Fuel Systems for more infor- Refer to Group 8M - Passive Restraint Systems for
mation on the PCM and its inputs. more information on the airbag system. Refer to
Group 8U - Chime/Buzzer Warning Systems for more
POWER OUTLET information on the chime system and the driver seat
An accessory power outlet is optional equipment on belt switch.
this model. The power outlet is installed in the
instrument panel lower bezel, which is located near SECURITY LAMP
the center of the instrument panel, below the radio. The security lamp gives an indication of the status
The power outlet base is secured by a snap fit within of the optional Vehicle Theft Security System (VTSS).
the instrument panel lower bezel. A plastic protective The lamp is controlled by a hard wired input to the
cap snaps into the power outlet base when the power instrument cluster from the high-line Central Timer
outlet is not being used. Module (CTM). The lamp is turned on by the instru-
The power outlet base or receptacle shell is con- ment cluster circuitry for about two seconds when
nected to ground, and an insulated contact in the the ignition switch is turned to the On position as a
bottom of the shell is connected to battery current. bulb test.
The power outlet receives battery voltage from a fuse After the bulb test, the CTM turns the lamp on or
in the Power Distribution Center (PDC) at all times. off based upon the arming status of the VTSS. If the
While the power outlet is very similar to a cigar security lamp stays on for about thirty seconds after
lighter base unit, it does not include the two small the ignition switch is turned to the On position, it
spring-clip retainers inside the bottom of the recepta- indicates that Chrysler Collision Detection (CCD)
cle shell that are used to secure the cigar lighter data bus communication with the Powertrain Control
heating element to the insulated contact. Module (PCM) is inoperative, and that the next
The power outlet receptacle unit and the accessory attempt to arm the VTSS may not be successful.
power outlet protective cap are available for service. Refer to Group 8Q - Vehicle Theft/Security Systems
The power outlet receptacle cannot be repaired and, for more information on the VTSS and the security
if faulty or damaged, it must be replaced. lamp.
SEAT BELT REMINDER LAMP TRANSMISSION OIL TEMPERATURE WARNING

The seat belt reminder lamp gives a visual LAMP
reminder to the vehicle occupants to fasten their seat The transmission oil temperature warning lamp
belts. The lamp is turned on by the instrument clus- gives an indication when the Powertrain Control
ter circuitry for about seven seconds when the igni- Module (PCM) has detected that the automatic trans-
tion switch is turned to the On position. mission oil is overheated. The lamp is controlled by
The instrument cluster also receives a hard wired the instrument cluster circuitry based upon messages
input from the driver seat belt switch. However, this received from the PCM on the Chrysler Collision
input only affects the chime function and has no Detection (CCD) data bus. The PCM sends lamp-on
messages for about two seconds when the ignition PRELIMINARY DIAGNOSIS
switch is turned to the On position as a bulb test. (1) If the indicator lamps operate, but none of the
Following the bulb test, the PCM uses an input gauges operate, go to Step 2. If all of the gauges and
from the automatic transmission oil temperature sen- the data bus message-controlled indicator lamps are
sor located within the transmission, along with its inoperative, go to Step 5.
internal programming, to decide whether a condition (2) Check the Ignition-Off Draw (IOD) fuse in the
exists that requires the transmission oil temperature junction block. If OK, go to Step 3. If not OK, repair
warning lamp to be turned on. The PCM then sends the shorted circuit or component as required and
the proper messages to the instrument cluster on the replace the faulty fuse.
CCD data bus to turn the lamp on or off. When the (3) Check for battery voltage at the IOD fuse in
instrument cluster receives a message to turn the the junction block. If OK, go to Step 4. If not OK,
transmission oil temperature warning lamp on, it repair the open circuit as required.
also sends a chime tone request to the Central Timer (4) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
Module (CTM). cable. Remove the instrument cluster. Connect the
Refer to Group 21 - Transmission for more infor- battery negative cable. Check for battery voltage at
mation on the oil temperature sensor. Refer to Group the fused B(+) circuit cavity of the instrument cluster
14 - Fuel Systems for more information on the PCM wire harness connector (connector A). If OK, go to the
and the PCM inputs. Self-Diagnostic Test. If not OK, repair the open cir-
cuit to the IOD fuse as required.
TURN SIGNAL INDICATOR LAMP (5) Check the fused ignition switch output (run/
The left and right turn signal indicator lamps give start) fuse in the junction block. If OK, go to Step 6.
an indication when the turn signal circuits are acti- If not OK, repair the shorted circuit or component as
vated. The lamps are hard wired in the instrument required and replace the faulty fuse.
cluster, and are completely controlled by the turn sig- (6) Turn the ignition switch to the On position and
nal and hazard warning (multi-function) switches. check for battery voltage at the fused ignition switch
The indicator lamps are grounded at all times and output (run/start) fuse in the junction block. If OK,
receive battery feed through the contacts of the go to Step 7. If not OK, repair the open circuit to the
multi-function switch when the turn signal lever ignition switch as required.
(multi-function switch stalk) or the hazard warning (7) Turn the ignition switch to the Off position.
button are actuated to their On positions. The instru- Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
ment cluster circuitry does not perform a bulb test of Reinstall the instrument cluster. Connect the battery
these lamps. Refer to Group 8J - Turn Signal and negative cable. Turn the ignition switch to the On
Hazard Warning Systems for more information. position. Set the parking brake. The red brake warn-
ing lamp should light. If OK, go to Step 8. If not OK,
go to Step 9.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING (8) Turn the ignition switch to the Off position.
Turn on the park lamps and adjust the panel lamps
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER dimmer rheostat to the full bright position. The clus-
If all of the gauges and/or indicator lamps are inop- ter illumination lamps should light. If OK, go to Step
erative, perform the Preliminary Diagnosis. If an 10. If not OK, repair the power ground circuit from
individual gauge or Chrysler Collision Detection the instrument cluster wire harness connector (con-
(CCD) data bus message-controlled indicator lamp is nector A) to ground as required.
inoperative, go directly to the Self-Diagnostic Test. If (9) Turn the ignition switch to the Off position.
an individual hard wired indicator lamp is inopera- Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
tive, go directly to the diagnosis for that lamp. For Remove the instrument cluster. Connect the battery
circuit descriptions and diagrams, refer to 8W-40 - negative cable. Turn the ignition switch to the On
Instrument Cluster in Group 8W - Wiring Diagrams. position. Check for battery voltage at the fused igni-
tion switch output (run/start) circuit cavity of the
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
instrument cluster wire harness connector (connector
BAGS, REFER TO GROUP 8M - PASSIVE
A). If OK, go to the Self-Diagnostic Test. If not OK,
RESTRAINT SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY
repair the open circuit to the junction block fuse as
STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR
required.
INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR
(10) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
cable. Remove the instrument cluster. Check for con-
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
tinuity between the logic ground circuit cavity of the
BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
INJURY.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING (Continued)
A) and a good ground. There should be continuity. If (1) Begin the test with the ignition switch in the
OK, go to the Self-Diagnostic Test. If not OK, repair Off position.
the open circuit to ground as required. (2) Depress the trip odometer reset button.
(3) While holding the trip odometer reset button
SELF-DIAGNOSTIC TEST depressed, turn the ignition switch to the On posi-
The instrument cluster self-diagnostic test will put tion, but do not start the engine.
the instrument cluster into its self-diagnostic mode. (4) Keep the trip odometer reset button depressed
In this mode the instrument cluster can perform a for about ten seconds, until CHEC appears in the
self-diagnostic test that will confirm that the instru- odometer display, then release the odometer reset
ment cluster circuitry, the gauges, and the CCD data button.
bus message-controlled indicator lamps are capable (5) A series of three-digit numeric failure messages
of operating as designed. may appear in the odometer display, depending upon
However, there may still be a problem with the the failure mode. If a failure message appears, see
CCD data bus, the Powertrain Control Module the Instrument Cluster Failure Message chart for the
(PCM), the Airbag Control Module (ACM), the Con- description and proper correction. If no failure mes-
troller Anti-lock Brake (CAB), the Central Timer sage appears, the Self-Diagnostics will proceed as
Module (CTM) or the inputs to one of these electronic described in Step 6.
control modules. Use a DRB scan tool and the proper
Diagnostic Procedures manual for testing of these
components.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FAILURE MESSAGE

Message Description Correction
110 A failure has been identified in the cluster CPU, 1. Replace the faulty cluster.
RAM, or EEPROM.
900 The CCD data bus is not operational. 1. Check the CCD data bus connections at the
cluster.
2. Check the cluster fuses.
3. Check the CCD data bus bias.
4. Check the CCD data bus voltage.
5. Check the CCD data bus terminations.
920 The cluster is not receiving a vehicle speed 1. Check the PCM software level and reflash if
message from the PCM. required.
2. Use a DRB scan tool to verify that the vehicle
speed message is being sent by the PCM.
921 The cluster is not receiving a distance pulse 1. Check the PCM software level and reflash if
message from the PCM. required.
2. Use a DRB scan tool to verify that the distance
pulse message is being sent by the PCM.
940 The cluster is not receiving an airbag lamp-on 1. Check the CCD data bus connections at the
message from the ACM. ACM.
2. Check the ACM fuse.
950 The cluster is not receiving an ABS lamp-on 1. Check the CCD data bus connections at the
message from the CAB. CAB.
2. Check the CAB fuse.
999 An error has been discovered. 1. Record the failure message.
2. Depress the trip odometer reset button to
continue the Self-Diagnostic Test.
(6) The instrument cluster will begin the odometer COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE
walking segment test. This test will require the oper- If the problem being diagnosed is related to coolant
ator to visually inspect each odometer segment as it temperature gauge accuracy, be certain to confirm
is displayed to determine a pass or fail condition. that the problem is with the gauge and not with cool-
First, all of the segments will be illuminated at once; ing system performance. The actual engine coolant
then, each individual segment of the odometer dis- temperature should be checked with a test gauge or
play will be illuminated in sequence. If any segment thermometer and compared to the instrument cluster
in the display fails to illuminate, repeat the test to coolant temperature gauge readings before you pro-
confirm the failure. If the failure is confirmed, ceed with gauge diagnosis. Refer to Group 7 - Cooling
replace the faulty instrument cluster. Following the System for more information. Refer to Group 8W -
odometer walking segment test, the instrument clus- Wiring Diagrams for circuit descriptions and dia-
ter Self-Diagnostic Test will automatically proceed as grams.
described in Step 7.
(7) The instrument cluster will perform a bulb WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
check of each indicator lamp that the instrument BAGS, REFER TO GROUP 8M - PASSIVE
cluster circuitry controls. If an individual amber indi- RESTRAINT SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY
cator lamp does not illuminate during this test, the STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR
instrument cluster should be removed. However, INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR
check that the incandescent lamp bulb is not faulty SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
and that the bulb holder is properly installed on the CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
instrument cluster circuit board before considering BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
instrument cluster replacement. If the bulb and bulb INJURY.
holder check OK, replace the faulty instrument clus-
ter. Each of the red indicators are illuminated by a Diagnosis of the coolant temperature sensor and
Light Emitting Diode (LED). If an LED fails to illu- circuit, the Chrysler Collision Detection (CCD) data
minate during this test, the instrument cluster must bus, and/or the Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
be replaced. Following the bulb check test, the should be performed with a DRB scan tool as
instrument cluster Self-Diagnostic Test will automat- described in the proper Diagnostic Procedures man-
ically proceed as described in Step 8. ual. For further diagnosis of the coolant temperature
(8) The instrument cluster will perform a gauge gauge and the instrument cluster circuitry, see
actuator test. In this test the instrument cluster cir- Instrument Cluster in the Diagnosis and Testing sec-
cuitry positions each of the gauge needles at three tion of this group.
different calibration points, then returns the gauge
needles to their relaxed positions. If an individual FUEL GAUGE
gauge does not respond properly, or does not respond If the problem being diagnosed is related to fuel
at all during the gauge actuator test, the instrument gauge accuracy, be certain to confirm that the prob-
cluster should be removed. However, check that the lem is with the gauge or sending unit and not with
gauge terminal pins are properly inserted through the fuel tank. Inspect the fuel tank for signs of dam-
the spring-clip terminal pin receptacles on the instru- age or distortion that could affect the sending unit
ment cluster circuit board before considering instru- performance before you proceed with fuel gauge diag-
ment cluster replacement. If the gauge terminal nosis. Refer to Group 8W - Wiring Diagrams for cir-
connections are OK, replace the faulty instrument cuit descriptions and diagrams.
cluster.
(9) The Self-Diagnostic Test is now completed. The WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
instrument cluster will automatically exit the self-di- BAGS, REFER TO GROUP 8M - PASSIVE
agnostic mode and return to normal operation at the RESTRAINT SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY
completion of the test, if the ignition switch is turned STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR
to the Off position during the test, or if a vehicle INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR
speed message indicating that the vehicle is moving SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
is received from the PCM on the CCD data bus dur- CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
ing the test. BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
(10) Go back to Step 1 to repeat the test, if INJURY.
required.
Diagnosis of the fuel gauge sending unit and cir-
cuit, the Chrysler Collision Detection (CCD) data
bus, and/or the Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
should be performed with a DRB scan tool as
described in the proper Diagnostic Procedures man- NOTE: Increased oil pressure gauge needle activity
ual. For further diagnosis of the fuel gauge and the may be noted with this instrument cluster than with
instrument cluster circuitry, see Instrument Cluster previous designs. This increased needle activity is
in the Diagnosis and Testing section of this group. due to changes that were made to the instrument
cluster software that are intended to make the gauge
ODOMETER AND TRIP ODOMETER more responsive, and not due to any problem with
If the problem being diagnosed is related to odom- the engine oiling or oil pressure gauge systems. No
eter and/or trip odometer accuracy, be certain to con- attempt at service of these systems should be made,
firm that the problem is with the display and not unless the oil pressure gauge readings remain in the
with an incorrect pinion factor, axle ratio, or tire size. high end or the low end of the normal range.
Refer to Group 5 - Brakes for more information on
the Controller Anti-lock Brake (CAB) pinion factor. Diagnosis of the oil pressure sensor and circuit, the
Refer to Group 8W - Wiring Diagrams for circuit Chrysler Collision Detection (CCD) data bus, and/or
descriptions and diagrams. the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) should be per-
formed with a DRB scan tool as described in the
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR- proper Diagnostic Procedures manual. For further
BAGS, REFER TO GROUP 8M - PASSIVE diagnosis of the oil pressure gauge and the instru-
RESTRAINT SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY ment cluster circuitry, see Instrument Cluster in the
STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR Diagnosis and Testing section of this group.
SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE- SPEEDOMETER
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR- If the problem being diagnosed is related to speedom-
BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL eter accuracy, be certain to confirm that the problem is
INJURY. with the speedometer gauge and not with an incorrect
pinion factor, axle ratio, or tire size. Refer to Group 5 -
Diagnosis of the rear wheel speed sensor and cir- Brakes for more information on the Controller Anti-lock
cuit, the CAB, the Chrysler Collision Detection Brake (CAB) pinion factor. Refer to Group 8W - Wiring
(CCD) data bus, and/or the Powertrain Control Mod- Diagrams for circuit descriptions and diagrams.
ule (PCM) should be performed with a DRB scan tool
as described in the proper Diagnostic Procedures WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
manual. For further diagnosis of the odometer and/or BAGS, REFER TO GROUP 8M - PASSIVE RESTRAINT
trip odometer and the instrument cluster circuitry, SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING
see Instrument Cluster in the Diagnosis and Testing WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT
section of this group. PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. FAIL-
URE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD
OIL PRESSURE GAUGE RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT
If the problem being diagnosed is related to oil AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
pressure gauge accuracy, be certain to confirm that
the problem is with the gauge and not with the Diagnosis of the rear wheel speed sensor and circuit,
engine oiling system performance. The actual engine the CAB, the Chrysler Collision Detection (CCD) data
oil pressure should be checked with a test gauge and bus, and/or the Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
compared to the instrument cluster oil pressure should be performed with a DRB scan tool as described
gauge readings before you proceed with gauge diag- in the proper Diagnostic Procedures manual. For fur-
nosis. Refer to Group 9 - Engines for more informa- ther diagnosis of the speedometer and the instrument
tion. Refer to Group 8W - Wiring Diagrams for circuit cluster circuitry, see Instrument Cluster in the Diagno-
descriptions and diagrams. sis and Testing section of this group.
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR- TACHOMETER

RESTRAINT SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR BAGS, REFER TO GROUP 8M - PASSIVE RESTRAINT
INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING
SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE- WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR- PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. FAIL-
BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL URE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD
INJURY. RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT
AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
Refer to Group 8W - Wiring Diagrams for circuit BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
descriptions and diagrams. Diagnosis of the crank- INJURY.
shaft position sensor and circuit, the Chrysler Colli-
sion Detection (CCD) data bus, and/or the Powertrain The airbag indicator lamp has a lamp backup fea-
Control Module (PCM) should be performed with a ture. Ten seconds after the ignition switch is turned
DRB scan tool as described in the proper Diagnostic to the On position, if the instrument cluster circuitry
Procedures manual. For further diagnosis of the has detected an inoperative airbag warning lamp cir-
tachometer and the instrument cluster circuitry, see cuit it will flash the seat belt reminder lamp on and
Instrument Cluster in the Diagnosis and Testing sec- off for thirty seconds. Once the instrument cluster
tion of this group. circuitry has detected an inoperative airbag warning
lamp circuit, if a lamp-on message is received from
VOLTMETER the Airbag Control Module (ACM) on the Chrysler
If the problem being diagnosed is related to volt- Collision Detection (CCD) data bus, the seat belt
meter gauge accuracy, be certain to confirm proper reminder lamp will remain on for the duration of the
charging system operation before considering instru- airbag system malfunction.
ment cluster replacement. Refer to Group 8C - If the airbag indicator lamp fails to light when the
Charging System for more information. Refer to ignition switch is turned to the On position, and the
Group 8W - Wiring Diagrams for circuit descriptions seat belt reminder lamp flashes following its normal
and diagrams. display function (about six seconds after the ignition
switch is turned to the On position), diagnosis of the
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR- airbag system and/or the CCD data bus should be
BAGS, REFER TO GROUP 8M - PASSIVE performed with a DRB scan tool as described in the
RESTRAINT SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY proper Diagnostic Procedures manual. For further
STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR diagnosis of the airbag indicator lamp and the instru-
INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR ment cluster circuitry, see Instrument Cluster in the
SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE- Diagnosis and Testing section of this group.
BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM LAMP
INJURY. The diagnosis found here addresses an inoperative
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) lamp condition. If the
Diagnosis of the system voltage input circuit, the ABS lamp stays on with the ignition switch in the
Chrysler Collision Detection (CCD) data bus, and/or On position, or comes on and stays on while driving,
the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) should be per- refer to Group 5 - Brakes for diagnosis. For circuit
formed with a DRB scan tool as described in the descriptions and diagrams, refer to 8W-34 - Rear-
proper Diagnostic Procedures manual. For further Wheel Anti-Lock Brakes, 8W-35 - All-Wheel Anti-
diagnosis of the voltmeter and the instrument cluster Lock Brakes, and 8W-40 - Instrument Cluster in
circuitry, see Instrument Cluster in the Diagnosis Group 8W - Wiring Diagrams.
and Testing section of this group.
AIRBAG INDICATOR LAMP BAGS, REFER TO GROUP 8M - PASSIVE
The diagnosis found here addresses an inoperative RESTRAINT SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY
airbag indicator lamp condition. If the airbag indica- STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR
tor lamp stays on with the ignition switch in the On INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR
position, or comes on and stays on while driving, SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
refer to Airbag System in Group 8M - Passive CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
Restraint Systems for diagnosis. For circuit descrip- BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
tions and diagrams, refer to 8W-40 - Instrument INJURY.
Cluster, and 8W-43 - Airbag System in Group 8W -
Wiring Diagrams. If the ABS lamp fails to light when the ignition
switch is turned to the On position, replace the ABS
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR- lamp bulb with a known good unit. If the ABS lamp
BAGS, REFER TO GROUP 8M - PASSIVE still fails to operate, diagnosis of the ABS system and
RESTRAINT SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY the Chrysler Collision Detection (CCD) data bus
STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR should be performed with a DRB scan tool as
INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR described in the proper Diagnostic Procedures man-
SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE- ual. For further diagnosis of the ABS lamp and the
instrument cluster circuitry, see Instrument Cluster CHECK GAUGES LAMP
in the Diagnosis and Testing section of this group. The diagnosis found here addresses an inoperative
check gauges lamp condition. If the check gauges
BRAKE WARNING LAMP lamp stays on with the ignition switch in the On
The diagnosis found here addresses an inoperative position, or comes on while driving with no unusual
brake warning lamp condition. If the brake warning gauge readings evident, diagnosis of the Powertrain
lamp stays on with the ignition switch in the On Control Module (PCM) and the Chrysler Collision
position and the parking brake released, or comes on Detection (CCD) data bus should be performed with
while driving, refer to Group 5 - Brakes for diagnosis. a DRB scan tool as described in the proper Diagnos-
If no service brake, parking brake or Anti-Lock Brake tic Procedures manual. For circuit descriptions and
System (ABS) problem is found, the following proce- diagrams, refer to 8W-40 - Instrument Cluster in
dure will help locate a faulty parking brake switch or Group 8W - Wiring Diagrams.
circuit. Refer to 8W-40 - Instrument Cluster in Group
8W - Wiring Diagrams for circuit descriptions and WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
diagrams. BAGS, REFER TO GROUP 8M - PASSIVE
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR- STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR
BAGS, REFER TO GROUP 8M - PASSIVE INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR
RESTRAINT SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE- INJURY.
BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL If the coolant temperature gauge, oil pressure
INJURY. gauge, or voltmeter are giving an indication that
should trigger the check gauges lamp, but the check
(1) Check the fuse in the junction block. If OK, go gauges lamp still fails to operate, see Instrument
to Step 2. If not OK, repair the shorted circuit or Cluster in the Diagnosis and Testing section of this
component and replace the faulty fuse. group for further diagnosis of the check gauges lamp
(2) Turn the ignition switch to the On position. and the instrument cluster circuitry.
Check for battery voltage at the fuse in the junction
block. If OK, go to Step 3. If not OK, repair the open CIGAR LIGHTER
circuit to the ignition switch as required. For circuit descriptions and diagrams, refer to
(3) Turn the ignition switch to the Off position. 8W-41 - Horns/Cigar Lighter in Group 8W - Wiring
Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable. Diagrams.
Unplug the wire harness connector at the park brake
switch. With the park brake released, check for con- WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
tinuity between the park brake switch terminal and BAGS, REFER TO GROUP 8M - PASSIVE
a good ground. There should be no continuity. If OK, RESTRAINT SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY
go to Step 4. If not OK, adjust or replace the faulty STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR
park brake switch. INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR
(4) Remove the instrument cluster. With the park SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
brake switch wire harness connector still unplugged, CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
check for continuity between the park brake switch BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
wire harness connector cavity and a good ground. INJURY.
There should be no continuity. If OK, go to Step 5. If
not OK, repair the short circuit as required. (1) Check the fuse in the junction block. If OK, go
(5) Check for continuity between the park brake to Step 2. If not OK, repair the shorted circuit or
switch sense circuit cavities of the instrument cluster component as required and replace the faulty fuse.
wire harness connector (connector A) and the park (2) Turn the ignition switch to the On position.
brake switch wire harness connector. There should be Check for battery voltage at the fuse in the junction
continuity. If OK, see Instrument Cluster in the block. If OK, go to Step 3. If not OK, repair the open
Diagnosis and Testing section of this group for fur- circuit to the ignition switch as required.
ther testing of the brake warning lamp and the (3) Turn the ignition switch to the Off position.
instrument cluster circuitry. If not OK, repair the Remove the cigar lighter knob and element from the
open circuit as required. cigar lighter receptacle. Check for continuity between
the inside circumference of the cigar lighter recepta-
cle and a good ground. There should be continuity. If go to Step 3. If not OK, repair the open circuit to the
OK, go to Step 4. If not OK, go to Step 5. headlamp switch or refer to Group 8L - Lamps to
(4) Turn the ignition switch to the On position. diagnose the headlamp switch.
Check for battery voltage at the insulated contact (3) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
located at the back of the cigar lighter receptacle. If cable. Remove the instrument cluster. Turn the head-
OK, replace the faulty cigar lighter knob and ele- lamp switch off. Remove the fuse from the junction
ment. If not OK, go to Step 5. block. Probe the fused panel lamp dimmer switch sig-
(5) Turn the ignition switch to the Off position. nal circuit cavity of the instrument cluster wire har-
Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable. ness connector (connector B). Check for continuity to
Remove the instrument panel lower bezel. Check for a good ground. There should be no continuity. If OK,
continuity between the ground circuit cavity of the go to Step 4. If not OK, repair the short circuit as
cigar lighter wire harness connector and a good required.
ground. There should be continuity. If OK, go to Step (4) Reinstall the fuse in the junction block. Con-
6. If not OK, repair the open circuit to ground as nect the battery negative cable. Turn the park lamps
required. on with the headlamp switch. Rotate the headlamp
(6) Connect the battery negative cable. Turn the switch knob counterclockwise to just before the inte-
ignition switch to the On position. Check for battery rior lamps detent. Check for battery voltage at the
voltage at the fused ignition switch output (run/ac- fused panel lamp dimmer switch signal circuit cavity
cessory) circuit cavity of the cigar lighter wire har- of the instrument cluster wire harness connector
ness connector. If OK, replace the faulty cigar lighter (connector B). If OK, replace the faulty bulb(s) and
receptacle. If not OK, repair the open circuit to the bulb holder(s). If not OK, repair the open circuit as
junction block fuse as required. required.
CLUSTER ILLUMINATION LAMP CRUISE-ON INDICATOR LAMP

The diagnosis found here addresses an inoperative The diagnosis found here addresses an inoperative
instrument cluster illumination lamp condition. If cruise-on indicator lamp condition. If the problem
the problem being diagnosed includes inoperative being diagnosed is an inaccurate cruise-on indicator
exterior lighting controlled by the headlamp switch, lamp, refer to Group 8H - Vehicle Speed Control for
that system needs to be repaired first. If the exterior diagnosis of the vehicle speed control system. For cir-
lamps controlled by the headlamp switch are inoper- cuit descriptions and diagrams, refer to 8W-33 - Vehi-
ative, refer to Group 8L - Lamps for diagnosis. If no cle Speed Control and 8W-40 - Instrument Cluster in
exterior lighting system problems are found, the fol- Group 8W - Wiring Diagrams.
lowing procedure will help locate a short or open in
the cluster illumination lamp circuit. For circuit WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
descriptions and diagrams, refer to 8W-40 - Instru- BAGS, REFER TO GROUP 8M - PASSIVE
ment Cluster in Group 8W - Wiring Diagrams. RESTRAINT SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR- INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR
BAGS, REFER TO GROUP 8M - PASSIVE SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
RESTRAINT SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR INJURY.
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR- If the cruise-on indicator lamp fails to light during
BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL the bulb test (about two seconds after the ignition
INJURY. switch is turned to the On position), replace the
cruise-on indicator lamp bulb with a known good
(1) Check the fuse in the junction block. If OK, go unit. If the cruise-on lamp still fails to operate, diag-
to Step 2. If not OK, repair the shorted circuit or nosis of the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) and
component as required and replace the faulty fuse. the Chrysler Collision Detection (CCD) data bus
(2) Turn the park lamps on with the headlamp should be performed with a DRB scan tool as
switch. Rotate the headlamp switch knob counter- described in the proper Diagnostic Procedures man-
clockwise to just before the interior lamps detent. ual. For further diagnosis of the cruise-on indicator
Check for battery voltage at the fuse in the junction lamp and the instrument cluster circuitry, see Instru-
block. Rotate the headlamp switch knob clockwise ment Cluster in the Diagnosis and Testing section of
while observing the test voltmeter. The reading this group.
should go from battery voltage to zero volts. If OK,
DOOR AJAR LAMP BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
The diagnosis found here addresses an inoperative INJURY.
door ajar lamp condition. If the problem being diag-
nosed is an inaccurate door ajar lamp condition, the
PART TIME
use of a DRB scan tool and the proper Diagnostic
(1) Check the fuse in the junction block. If OK, go
Procedures manual are recommended. The DRB will
to Step 2. If not OK, repair the shorted circuit or
provide confirmation that the Chrysler Collision
component as required and replace the faulty fuse.
Detection (CCD) data bus is functional, that the
(2) Turn the ignition switch to the On position.
high-line Central Timer Module (CTM) is receiving
Check for battery voltage at the fuse in the junction
and sending the proper messages on the CCD data
block. If OK, go to Step 3. If not OK, repair the open
bus, that the CTM is receiving the proper hard wired
circuit to the ignition switch as required.
inputs from the door ajar switches, and that the
(3) Turn the ignition switch to the Off position.
instrument cluster is receiving the CCD data bus
Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
messages from the CTM. Refer to 8W-40 - Instru-
Unplug the transfer case switch wire harness connec-
ment Cluster and 8W-45 - Central Timer Module in
tor. Check for continuity between the ground circuit
Group 8W - Wiring Diagrams for circuit descriptions
cavity of the transfer case switch wire harness con-
and diagrams.
nector and a good ground. There should be continu-
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR- ity. If OK, go to Step 4. If not OK, repair the open
BAGS, REFER TO GROUP 8M - PASSIVE circuit to ground as required.
RESTRAINT SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY (4) Connect the battery negative cable. Turn the
STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR ignition switch to the On position. Install a jumper
INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR wire between the part time four wheel drive indicator
SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE- lamp driver circuit cavity of the transfer case switch
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR- wire harness connector and a good ground. The part
BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL time four-wheel drive indicator lamp should light. If
INJURY. OK, replace the faulty transfer case switch. If not
OK, go to Step 5.
If the door ajar lamp fails to light during the bulb (5) Turn the ignition switch to the Off position.
test function (about two seconds after the ignition Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
switch is turned to the On position), see Instrument Remove the instrument cluster. With the transfer
Cluster in the Diagnosis and Testing section of this case switch wire harness connector still unplugged,
group for further diagnosis of the door ajar lamp and check for continuity between the part time four
the instrument cluster circuitry. wheel drive indicator lamp driver circuit cavity of the
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE INDICATOR LAMP B) and a good ground. There should be no continuity.
The diagnosis found here addresses an inoperative If OK, go to Step 6. If not OK, repair the short circuit
four-wheel drive indicator lamp condition. If the as required.
problem being diagnosed is related to lamp accuracy, (6) Check for continuity between the part time
be certain to confirm that the problem is with the four wheel drive indicator lamp driver circuit cavities
lamp or switch and not with a damaged or inopera- of the instrument cluster wire harness connector
tive transfer case or transfer case linkage. Refer to (connector B) and the transfer case switch wire har-
Group 21 - Transmission for more information. If no ness connector. There should be continuity. If OK,
transfer case problem is found, the following proce- replace the faulty bulb. If not OK, repair the open
dure will help locate a short or open in the indicator circuit as required.
lamp circuit. For circuit diagrams and descriptions,
refer to 8W-40 - Instrument Cluster in Group 8W - FULL TIME
Wiring Diagrams. (1) Check the fuse in the junction block. If OK, go
to Step 2. If not OK, repair the shorted circuit or
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR- component as required and replace the faulty fuse.
BAGS, REFER TO GROUP 8M - PASSIVE (2) Turn the ignition switch to the On position.
RESTRAINT SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY Check for battery voltage at the fuse in the junction
STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR block. If OK, go to Step 3. If not OK, repair the open
INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR circuit to the ignition switch as required.
SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE- (3) Turn the ignition switch to the Off position.
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR- Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
Unplug the transfer case switch wire harness connec-
tor. Check for continuity between the ground circuit multi-function switch stalk. Check for battery voltage
cavity of the transfer case switch wire harness con- at the high beam indicator driver circuit cavity of the
nector and a good ground. There should be continu- instrument cluster wire harness connector (connector
ity. If OK, go to Step 4. If not OK, repair the open B). If OK, replace the faulty bulb. If not OK, repair
circuit to ground as required. the open circuit to the headlamp dimmer (multi-func-
(4) Connect the battery negative cable. Turn the tion) switch as required.
ignition switch to the On position. Install a jumper
wire between the full time four wheel drive indicator LIFTGATE AJAR LAMP
lamp driver circuit cavity of the transfer case switch The diagnosis found here addresses an inoperative
wire harness connector and a good ground. The full liftgate ajar lamp condition. If the problem being
time four-wheel drive indicator lamp should light. If diagnosed is related to lamp accuracy, be certain to
OK, replace the faulty transfer case switch. If not confirm that the problem is with the lamp or liftgate
OK, go to Step 5. ajar switch and not with a damaged or improperly
(5) Turn the ignition switch to the Off position. adjusted liftgate latch or latch striker. Inspect the
Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable. liftgate for proper closing and latch adjustment
Remove the instrument cluster. With the transfer before you proceed with lamp diagnosis. Refer to
case switch wire harness connector still unplugged, Group 23 - Body for more information. Refer to
check for continuity between the full time four wheel 8W-40 - Instrument Cluster and 8W-45 - Central
drive indicator lamp driver circuit cavity of the Timer Module in Group 8W - Wiring Diagrams for
instrument cluster wire harness connector (connector circuit descriptions and diagrams.
A) and a good ground. There should be no continuity.
If OK, go to Step 6. If not OK, repair the short circuit WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
as required. BAGS, REFER TO GROUP 8M - PASSIVE
(6) Check for continuity between the full time four RESTRAINT SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY
wheel drive indicator lamp driver circuit cavities of STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR
the instrument cluster wire harness connector (con- INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR
nector A) and the transfer case switch wire harness SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
connector. There should be continuity. If OK, replace CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
the faulty bulb. If not OK, repair the open circuit as BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
required. INJURY.
HEADLAMP HIGH BEAM INDICATOR LAMP (1) Check the fuse in the junction block. If OK, go
The diagnosis found here addresses an inoperative to Step 2. If not OK, repair the shorted circuit or
headlamp high beam indicator lamp condition. If the component as required and replace the faulty fuse.
problem being diagnosed is related to inoperative (2) Turn the ignition switch to the On position.
headlamp high beams, refer to Group 8L - Lamps for Check for battery voltage at the fuse in the junction
diagnosis of the headlamp system. If no headlamp block. If OK, go to Step 3. If not OK, repair the open
system problems are found, the following procedure circuit to the ignition switch as required.
will help locate an open in the high beam indicator (3) Turn the ignition switch to the Off position.
lamp circuit. For circuit descriptions and diagrams, Unplug the wire harness connector from the liftgate
refer to 8W-40 - Instrument Cluster and 8W-50 - ajar switch. Check for continuity between the ground
Front Lighting in Group 8W - Wiring Diagrams. circuit cavity of the liftgate ajar switch wire harness
connector and a good ground. There should be conti-
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR- nuity. If OK, go to Step 4. If not OK, repair the open
BAGS, REFER TO GROUP 8M - PASSIVE circuit to ground as required.
RESTRAINT SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY (4) Install a jumper wire between the ground cir-
STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR cuit and the liftgate ajar switch sense circuit cavities
INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR of the liftgate ajar switch wire harness connector.
SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE- Turn the ignition switch to the On position. The lift-
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR- gate ajar lamp should light. Remove the jumper wire
BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL and the lamp should go off. If OK, replace the faulty
INJURY. liftgate latch. If not OK, go to Step 5.
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable. Remove the instrument cluster. The liftgate
cable. Remove the instrument cluster. ajar switch wire harness connector is still unplugged.
(2) Connect the battery negative cable. Turn the Check for continuity between the liftgate ajar switch
headlamps on and select the high beams with the sense circuit cavity of the instrument cluster wire
harness connector (connector B) and a good ground. for proper fluid level and signs of damage or distor-
There should be no continuity. If OK, go to Step 6. If tion that could affect sensor performance before you
not OK, repair the short circuit as required. proceed with lamp diagnosis. Refer to Group 8K -
(6) Check for continuity between the liftgate ajar Wiper and Washer Systems for more information. For
switch sense circuit cavities of the instrument cluster circuit descriptions and diagrams, refer to 8W-40 -
wire harness connector (connector B) and the liftgate Instrument Cluster in Group 8W - Wiring Diagrams.
ajar switch wire harness connector. There should be
continuity. If OK, see Instrument Cluster in the WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
Diagnosis and Testing section of this group for fur- BAGS, REFER TO GROUP 8M - PASSIVE
ther testing of the liftgate ajar lamp and the instru- RESTRAINT SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY
ment cluster circuitry. If not OK, repair the open STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR
circuit as required. INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR
LOW FUEL WARNING LAMP CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
The diagnosis found here addresses an inoperative BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
low fuel warning lamp condition. If the problem INJURY.
being diagnosed is related to lamp accuracy, be cer-
tain to confirm the problem is the with the low fuel (1) Check the fuse in the junction block. If OK, go
warning lamp and not with the fuel gauge circuit. to Step 2. If not OK, repair the shorted circuit or
See Fuel Gauge in the Diagnosis and Testing section component as required and replace the faulty fuse.
of this group. If no fuel gauge problem is found, see (2) Turn the ignition switch to the On position.
Instrument Cluster in the Diagnosis and Testing sec- Check for battery voltage at the fuse in the junction
tion of this group. For circuit descriptions and dia- block. If OK, go to Step 3. If not OK, repair the open
grams, refer to 8W-40 - Instrument Cluster in Group circuit to the ignition switch as required.
8W - Wiring Diagrams. (3) Turn the ignition switch to the Off position.
Unplug the wire harness connector from the washer
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR- fluid level sensor. Install a jumper wire between the
BAGS, REFER TO GROUP 8M - PASSIVE two cavities of the sensor wire harness connector.
RESTRAINT SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY Turn the ignition switch to the On position. The low
STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR washer fluid warning lamp should light. Remove the
INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR jumper wire and the lamp should go off. If OK,
SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE- replace the faulty washer fluid level sensor. If not
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR- OK, go to Step 4.
BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL (4) Turn the ignition switch to the Off position.
INJURY. Check for continuity between the ground circuit cav-
ity of the washer fluid level sensor wire harness con-
If the low fuel warning lamp fails to light during nector and a good ground. There should be
the bulb test (about two seconds after the ignition continuity. If OK, go to Step 5. If not OK, repair the
switch is turned to the On position), replace the low open circuit as required.
fuel warning lamp bulb with a known good unit. If (5) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
the indicator lamp still fails to operate, diagnosis of cable. Remove the instrument cluster. The washer
the fuel gauge sending unit and circuit, the Power- fluid level sensor wire harness connector is still
train Control Module (PCM), and the Chrysler Colli- unplugged. Check for continuity between the washer
sion Detection (CCD) data bus should be performed fluid level sense circuit cavity of the instrument clus-
with a DRB scan tool as described in the proper ter wire harness connector (connector B) and a good
Diagnostic Procedures manual. For further diagnosis ground. There should be no continuity. If OK, go to
of the low fuel warning lamp and the instrument Step 6. If not OK, repair the short circuit as
cluster circuitry, see Instrument Cluster in the Diag- required.
nosis and Testing section of this group. (6) Check for continuity between the washer fluid
level sense circuit cavities of the instrument cluster
LOW WASHER FLUID WARNING LAMP wire harness connector (connector B) and the washer
The diagnosis found here addresses an inoperative fluid level sensor wire harness connector. There
low washer fluid warning lamp condition. If the prob- should be continuity. If OK, replace the faulty bulb.
lem being diagnosed is related to lamp accuracy, be If not OK, repair the open circuit as required.
certain to confirm that the problem is with the lamp
or washer fluid level sensor and not with a damaged
or empty washer fluid reservoir. Inspect the reservoir
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (1) Check the fuse in the junction block. If OK, go
The diagnosis found here addresses an inoperative to Step 2. If not OK, repair the shorted circuit or
malfunction indicator (Check Engine) lamp condition. component as required and replace the faulty fuse.
If the lamp comes on and stays on with the engine (2) Turn the ignition switch to the On position.
running, refer to Group 14 - Fuel Systems for diag- Check for battery voltage at the fuse in the junction
nosis. For circuit descriptions and diagrams, refer to block. If OK, go to Step 3. If not OK, repair the open
8W-40 - Instrument Cluster in Group 8W - Wiring circuit to the ignition switch as required.
Diagrams. (3) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable. Unplug the gray PCM wire harness connector.
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR- Install a jumper wire between the overdrive lamp
BAGS, REFER TO GROUP 8M - PASSIVE driver circuit cavity of the gray PCM wire harness
RESTRAINT SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY connector and a good ground. Connect the battery
STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR negative cable. Turn the ignition switch to the On
INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR position. The overdrive-off indicator lamp should
SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE- light. Remove the jumper wire and the lamp should
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR- turn off. If OK, refer to the proper Diagnostic Proce-
BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL dures manual for diagnosis of the Powertrain Control
INJURY. Module (PCM) and the transmission control system
circuits. If not OK, go to Step 4.
If the malfunction indicator lamp fails to light dur- (4) Turn the ignition switch to the Off position.
ing the bulb test (about two seconds after the igni- Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
tion switch is turned to the On position), replace the Remove the instrument cluster. Check for continuity
malfunction indicator lamp bulb with a known good between the overdrive lamp driver circuit cavity of
unit. If the indicator lamp still fails to operate, diag- the gray PCM wire harness connector and a good
nosis of the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) and ground. There should be no continuity. If OK, go to
the Chrysler Collision Detection (CCD) data bus Step 5. If not OK, repair the short circuit as
should be performed with a DRB scan tool as required.
described in the proper Diagnostic Procedures man- (5) Check for continuity between the overdrive
ual. For further diagnosis of the malfunction indica- lamp driver circuit cavities of the gray PCM wire
tor lamp and the instrument cluster circuitry, see harness connector and the instrument cluster wire
Instrument Cluster in the Diagnosis and Testing sec- harness connector (connector A). There should be
tion of this group. continuity. If OK, replace the faulty bulb. If not OK,
repair the open circuit as required.
OVERDRIVE-OFF INDICATOR LAMP
The diagnosis found here addresses an inoperative POWER OUTLET
overdrive-off indicator lamp condition. If the over- For circuit descriptions and diagrams, refer to
drive-off indicator lamp comes on and stays on with 8W-41 - Horns/Cigar Lighter in Group 8W - Wiring
the engine running, refer to the proper Diagnostic Diagrams.
Procedures manual for diagnosis of the Powertrain
Control Module (PCM) and the transmission control WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
system circuits. For circuit descriptions and dia- BAGS, REFER TO GROUP 8M - PASSIVE
grams, refer to 8W-31 - Transmission Control System RESTRAINT SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY
and 8W-40 - Instrument Cluster in Group 8W - Wir- STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR
ing Diagrams. INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR- CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
BAGS, REFER TO GROUP 8M - PASSIVE BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
RESTRAINT SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY INJURY.
INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR (1) Check the fuse in the Power Distribution Cen-
SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE- ter (PDC). If OK, go to Step 2. If not OK, repair the
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR- shorted circuit or component as required and replace
BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL the faulty fuse.
INJURY. (2) Check for battery voltage at the fuse in the
PDC. If OK, go to Step 3. If not OK, repair the open
circuit to the battery as required.
(3) Remove the plastic protective cap from the SECURITY LAMP
power outlet receptacle. Check for continuity between The diagnosis found here addresses an inoperative
the inside circumference of the power outlet recepta- security lamp condition. If the problem being diag-
cle and a good ground. There should be continuity. If nosed is an inaccurate security lamp, refer to Group
OK, go to Step 4. If not OK, go to Step 5. 8Q - Vehicle Theft/Security Systems for diagnosis of
(4) Check for battery voltage at the insulated con- the Vehicle Theft Security System (VTSS). For circuit
tact located at the back of the power outlet recepta- descriptions and diagrams, refer to 8W-39 - Vehicle
cle. If not OK, go to Step 5. Security System and 8W-40 - Instrument Cluster in
(5) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative Group 8W - Wiring Diagrams.
cable. Remove the instrument panel lower bezel.
Check for continuity between the ground circuit cav- WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
ity of the power outlet wire harness connector and a BAGS, REFER TO GROUP 8M - PASSIVE
good ground. There should be continuity. If OK, go to RESTRAINT SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY
Step 6. If not OK, repair the open circuit to ground STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR
as required. INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR
(6) Connect the battery negative cable. Check for SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
battery voltage at the fused B(+) circuit cavity of the CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
power outlet wire harness connector. If OK, replace BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
the faulty power outlet receptacle. If not OK, repair INJURY.
the open circuit to the PDC fuse as required.
(1) Check the fuse in the Power Distribution Cen-
SEAT BELT REMINDER LAMP ter (PDC). If OK, go to Step 2. If not OK, repair the
The diagnosis found here addresses an inoperative shorted circuit or component as required and replace
seat belt reminder lamp condition. If the lamp comes the faulty fuse.
on and flashes following its display function (about (2) Check for battery voltage at the fuse in the
ten seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the PDC. If OK, go to Step 3. If not OK, repair the open
On position), it indicates an inoperative airbag indi- circuit to the battery as required.
cator lamp. See Airbag Indicator Lamp in the Diag- (3) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
nosis and Testing section of this group for further cable. Remove the Central Timer Module (CTM).
diagnosis. For circuit descriptions and diagrams, Unplug the CTM wire harness connectors. Connect
refer to 8W-40 - Instrument Cluster in Group 8W - the battery negative cable. Install a jumper wire
Wiring Diagrams. between the security indicator control circuit cavity
of the 18-way CTM wire harness connector and a
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR- good ground. The security lamp should light. If OK,
BAGS, REFER TO GROUP 8M - PASSIVE use a DRB scan tool and the proper Diagnostic Pro-
RESTRAINT SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY cedures manual to diagnose the Vehicle Theft Secu-
STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR rity System (VTSS) and the CTM. If not OK, go to
INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR Step 4.
SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE- (4) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR- cable. Remove the instrument cluster. Check for con-
BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL tinuity between the fused B(+) circuit cavity of the
INJURY. instrument cluster wire harness connector (connector
A) and the fuse in the PDC. There should be conti-
If the seat belt reminder lamp fails to light during nuity. If OK, go to Step 5. If not OK, repair the open
its normal display function (about six seconds after circuit to the PDC as required.
the ignition switch is turned to the On position), see (5) Check for continuity between the security indi-
Instrument Cluster in the Diagnosis and Testing sec- cator control circuit cavities of the instrument cluster
tion of this group for further diagnosis. This lamp is wire harness connector (connector A) and the 18-way
completely controlled by the instrument cluster cir- CTM wire harness connector. There should be conti-
cuitry. The hard wired seat belt switch input to the nuity. If OK, see Instrument Cluster in the Diagnosis
instrument cluster has no control over the seat belt and Testing section of this group for further diagno-
reminder lamp function and is only used by the sis of the security lamp and the instrument cluster
instrument cluster circuitry as a reference for its circuitry. If not OK, repair the open circuit as
chime request function. Refer to Group 8U - Chime/ required.
Buzzer Warning Systems for more information on the
seat belt switch input to the instrument cluster.
TRANSMISSION OIL TEMPERATURE WARNING (2) Connect the battery negative cable. Activate
LAMP the hazard warning system by moving the hazard
The diagnosis found here addresses an inoperative warning switch button to the On position. Check for
transmission oil temperature warning lamp condi- battery voltage at the inoperative (right or left) turn
tion. If the transmission oil temperature warning signal circuit cavity of the instrument cluster wire
lamp comes on and stays on with the engine running, harness connector (connector B). There should be a
refer to Group 21 - Transmission for diagnosis of a switching (on and off) battery voltage signal. If OK,
transmission overheating condition. For circuit replace the faulty (right or left) turn signal indicator
descriptions and diagrams, refer to 8W-40 - Instru- lamp bulb. If not OK, repair the open circuit to the
ment Cluster in Group 8W - Wiring Diagrams. turn signal/hazard warning (multi-function) switch
as required.
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
CLUSTER BEZEL
SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE- WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR- BAGS, REFER TO GROUP 8M - PASSIVE
BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY
INJURY. STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR
If the transmission oil temperature warning lamp
fails to light during the bulb test (about two seconds
after the ignition switch is turned to the On posi-
tion), diagnosis of the Powertrain Control Module
INJURY.
(PCM) and the Chrysler Collision Detection (CCD)
data bus should be performed with a DRB scan tool (1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
as described in the proper Diagnostic Procedures cable.
manual. For further diagnosis of the transmission oil (2) If the vehicle is equipped with an automatic
temperature warning lamp and the instrument clus- transmission, turn the ignition switch to the Unlock
ter circuitry, see Instrument Cluster in the Diagnosis position, set the parking brake, and place the auto-
and Testing section of this group. matic transmission gear selector lever in the Low
position.
TURN SIGNAL INDICATOR LAMP (3) If the vehicle is so equipped, set the tilt steer-
The diagnosis found here addresses an inoperative ing column in its lowest position.
turn signal indicator lamp condition. For any other (4) Using a trim stick or another suitable wide
turn signal problem, refer to Group 8J - Turn Signal flat-bladed tool, gently pry around the perimeter of
and Hazard Warning Systems for diagnosis. If no the cluster bezel to disengage the nine snap clip
turn signal or hazard warning system problem is retainers that secure the bezel to the instrument
found, the following procedure will help locate a panel (Fig. 1).
short or open in the indicator lamp circuit. For cir-
cuit descriptions and diagrams, refer to 8W-40 -
Instrument Cluster and 8W-50 - Front Lighting in
Group 8W - Wiring Diagrams.

INJURY.
Fig. 1 Cluster Bezel Remove/Install
cable. Remove the instrument cluster.
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)
(5) Pull the cluster bezel away from the instru- HEADLAMP SWITCH
ment panel far enough to access and unplug the wire
harness connector from the back of the fog lamp WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
switch delete plug or, if the vehicle is so equipped, BAGS, REFER TO GROUP 8M - PASSIVE
the fog lamp switch. RESTRAINT SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY
(6) Remove the cluster bezel from the instrument STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR
panel. INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR
(7) Reverse the removal procedures to install. SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
FOG LAMP SWITCH BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
INJURY.
RESTRAINT SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY WARNING: IF THE HEADLAMP SWITCH WAS ON,
STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR WAIT FIVE MINUTES TO ALLOW THE CERAMIC
INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR DIMMER RESISTOR TO COOL. IF THE CERAMIC
SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE- DIMMER RESISTOR IS NOT ALLOWED TO COOL, IT
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR- CAN BURN YOUR FINGERS.
INJURY. (1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative (2) Remove the cluster bezel from the instrument
cable. panel. See Cluster Bezel in the Removal and Instal-
(2) Remove the cluster bezel from the instrument lation section of this group for the procedures.
panel. See Cluster Bezel in the Removal and Instal- (3) Remove the three screws that secure the head-
lation section of this group for the procedures. lamp switch bezel to the instrument panel (Fig. 3).
(3) From the back side of the cluster bezel, squeeze
the tabs on the back of the fog lamp switch that
secure it in the receptacle on the back of the bezel
(Fig. 2).
Fig. 2 Fog Lamp Switch Remove/Install

(4) Pull the fog lamp switch out of the receptacle
Fig. 3 Headlamp Switch and Bezel Remove/Install
on the back of the cluster bezel.
(5) Reverse the removal procedures to install. Be (4) Pull the headlamp switch and bezel out from
certain that the fog lamp switch latches are fully the instrument panel far enough to access the wire
engaged in the cluster bezel receptacle. harness connectors.
(5) Unplug the two wire harness connectors from
the headlamp switch.
(6) Pull the headlamp switch control knob out to
the On position stop.
(7) Depress the headlamp switch knob and shaft aligned with, and connected to the instrument panel
release button on the top of the switch. wire harness when the cluster is installed in the
(8) While holding the release button depressed, instrument panel.
pull the knob and shaft out of the headlamp switch.
(9) Remove the push nut retainer that secures the (4) Pull the instrument cluster rearward far
headlamp switch bezel to the switch mounting enough to access and remove the gear selector indi-
bracket. cator from the back of the cluster housing. See Gear
(10) Remove the headlamp switch bezel from the Selector Indicator in the Removal and Installation
switch mounting bracket. section of this group for the procedures.
(11) Remove the spanner nut that secures the (5) Remove the instrument cluster from the instru-
headlamp switch mounting bracket to the switch. ment panel.
(12) Remove the headlamp switch mounting (6) Reverse the removal procedures to install.
bracket from the switch. Tighten the mounting screws to 2.2 N·m (20 in. lbs.).
(13) Reverse the removal procedures to install.
Tighten the headlamp switch and bezel mounting CLUSTER COMPONENTS
screws to 2.2 N·m (20 in. lbs.).
CLUSTER LENS AND HOOD
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR- BAGS, REFER TO GROUP 8M - PASSIVE
BAGS, REFER TO GROUP 8M - PASSIVE RESTRAINT SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY
RESTRAINT SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR
STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR
INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE- CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR- BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
INJURY.
(1) Remove the cluster bezel from the instrument cable.
panel. See Cluster Bezel in the Removal and Instal- (2) Remove the instrument cluster from the instru-
lation section of this group for the procedures. ment panel. See Instrument Cluster in the Removal
(2) Remove the four screws that secure the instru- and Installation section of this group for the proce-
ment cluster to the instrument panel (Fig. 4). dures.
(3) Remove the seven screws that secure the clus-
ter lens and hood to the cluster housing (Fig. 5).
Fig. 4 Instrument Cluster Remove/Install

(3) Pull the instrument cluster rearward to disen- Fig. 5 Instrument Cluster Components
gage the two self-docking wire harness connectors.
NOTE: The instrument cluster has two self-docking

wire harness connectors that will be automatically
(4) Remove the cluster lens and the cluster hood CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
from the cluster housing. BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
INJURY.
CAUTION: Do not touch the face of the gauge mask
or the back of the cluster lens with your finger. It (1) Remove the instrument cluster from the instru-
will leave a permanent finger print. ment panel. See Instrument Cluster in the Removal
and Installation section of this group for the proce-
(5) Reverse the removal procedures to install. dures.
Tighten the mounting screws to 2.2 N·m (20 in. lbs.). (2) Remove the bulb and bulb holder from the cir-
cuit board on the rear of the instrument cluster hous-
CLUSTER HOUSING REAR COVER ing by turning the holder counterclockwise (Fig. 7).
INJURY.

cable.
(2) Remove the instrument cluster from the instru-
ment panel. See Instrument Cluster in the Removal
and Installation section of this group for the proce-
dures.
(3) Remove the six screws that secure the rear
cover to the cluster housing (Fig. 6).
Fig. 7 Cluster Bulb Remove/Install

CAUTION: Always use the correct bulb size and
type for replacement. An incorrect bulb size or type
may overheat and cause damage to the instrument
cluster circuit board and/or the gauges.
STEERING COLUMN OPENING COVER AND KNEE

BLOCKER
Fig. 6 Cluster Housing Rear Cover Remove/Install BAGS, REFER TO GROUP 8M - PASSIVE
(4) Remove the rear cover from the cluster hous-
ing.
Tighten the mounting screws to 2.2 N·m (20 in. lbs.).
CLUSTER BULB
INJURY.
cable.
(2) Remove the three screws that secure the bot-
tom of the steering column opening cover and knee
blocker to the lower instrument panel reinforcement
(Fig. 8).
Fig. 9 Gear Selector Indicator Remove/Install

(5) Remove the steering column opening cover and
Fig. 8 Steering Column Opening Cover and Knee knee blocker from the instrument panel. See Steering
Blocker Remove/Install Column Opening Cover and Knee Blocker in the
(3) Using a trim stick or another suitable wide Removal and Installation section of this group for the
flat-bladed tool, gently pry the upper edges of the procedures.
steering column opening cover and knee blocker to (6) Disengage the loop end of the gear selector
release the snap clip retainers that secure it to the indicator cable from the lever on the left side of the
instrument panel on each side of the steering col- steering column (Fig. 10).
umn.
knee blocker from the instrument panel.
GEAR SELECTOR INDICATOR

INJURY. Fig. 10 Gear Selector Indicator Cable Remove/Install
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative (7) Squeeze the sides of the plastic adjuster
cable. bracket to disengage the tabs that secure it to the
(2) Remove the instrument cluster from the instru- sides of the steering column window.
ment panel. See Instrument Cluster in the Removal (8) Reverse the removal procedures to install.
and Installation section of this group for the proce- Tighten the gear selector indicator mounting screws
dures. to 2.2 N·m (20 in. lbs.). Refer to Group 19 - Steering
(3) Remove the two screws that secure the gear for the gear selector indicator cable adjustment pro-
selector indicator mechanism to the rear of the cedure.
instrument cluster housing (Fig. 9).
(4) Remove the gear selector indicator mechanism
from the cluster housing.
PARK BRAKE RELEASE HANDLE (1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR- (2) Remove the fuse access panel by unsnapping it
BAGS, REFER TO GROUP 8M - PASSIVE RESTRAINT from the left outboard end of the instrument panel
SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING (Fig. 12).
WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT
PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. FAIL-
URE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD
RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT
AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.

(2) Reach under the driver side outboard end of
the instrument panel to access and unsnap the plas-
tic retainer clip from the park brake release linkage
rod at the back of the park brake release handle.
(3) Disengage the park brake release linkage rod
end from the back of the park brake release handle.
(4) Using a trim stick or another suitable wide
flat-bladed tool, gently pry one of the park brake
handle hinge tabs away from its pivot pin on the
instrument panel (Fig. 11). Fig. 12 Fuse Access Panel Remove/Install
(3) Remove one screw through the instrument
panel fuse access panel opening that secures the
junction block to the left instrument panel end
bracket.
knee blocker from the instrument panel. See Steering
Column Opening Cover and Knee Blocker in the
Removal and Installation section of this group for the
procedures.
(5) Reach through the outboard side of the instru-
ment panel steering column opening to access and
unplug all of the wire harness connectors from the
junction block cavities.
(6) Still reaching through the instrument panel
steering column opening, remove the relay and fuse
block from the junction block. Push the relay and
Fig. 11 Park Brake Release Handle Remove/Install
fuse block towards the left end of the instrument
(5) While prying the park brake release handle panel to disengage the mounting slots from the tabs
hinge tab with one hand, use the other hand to pull on the junction block (Fig. 13).
the handle firmly down and away from the pivot pin. (7) Still reaching through the instrument panel
(6) Reverse the removal procedures to install. steering column opening, remove the one screw that
secures the junction block to the left instrument
JUNCTION BLOCK panel end bracket (Fig. 14).
(8) Remove the junction block from the left instru-
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR- ment panel end bracket.
BAGS, REFER TO GROUP 8M - PASSIVE (9) Reverse the removal procedures to install.
RESTRAINT SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY Tighten the mounting screws to 2.2 N·m (20 in. lbs.).
INJURY.
(3) Remove the two screws that secure the inside
hood latch release handle to the instrument panel
lower reinforcement and lower the release handle to
the floor.
(4) Depress the latch tabs that secure the 16-way
data link wire harness connector in the mounting tab
on the instrument panel lower reinforcement, and
push the connector out of its mounting hole.
(5) Remove the four screws that secure the lower
reinforcement to the instrument panel (Fig. 15).
Fig. 13 Relay and Fuse Block Remove/Install
Fig. 15 Instrument Panel Lower Reinforcement

Remove/Install
(6) Remove the lower reinforcement from the
instrument panel.
INSTRUMENT PANEL CENTER SUPPORT BRACKET

Fig. 14 Junction Block Remove/Install BAGS, REFER TO GROUP 8M - PASSIVE
INSTRUMENT PANEL LOWER REINFORCEMENT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR- INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR
BAGS, REFER TO GROUP 8M - PASSIVE SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
RESTRAINT SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR INJURY.
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR- (1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL cable.
INJURY. (2) Pull the carpet back from the front of the floor
panel transmission tunnel far enough to access the
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative center support bracket mounting screws.
cable. (3) Remove the two screws that secure the bracket
(2) Remove the steering column opening cover and to the instrument panel center support.
knee blocker from the instrument panel. See Steering (4) Remove the two screws on the left, and one
Column Opening Cover and Knee Blocker in the screw on the right that secure the instrument panel
Removal and Installation section of this group for the center support bracket to the Airbag Control Module
procedures.
(ACM) bracket on the floor panel transmission tunnel
(Fig. 16).
Fig. 17 Ash Receiver Remove/Install

INSTRUMENT PANEL LOWER BEZEL
Fig. 16 Instrument Panel Center Support Bracket
Remove/Install WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
(5) Remove the center support bracket from the BAGS, REFER TO GROUP 8M - PASSIVE
instrument panel. RESTRAINT SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY
(6) Reverse the removal procedures to install. STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR
Tighten the mounting screws to 12 N·m (105 in. lbs.). INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR
ASH RECEIVER CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR- INJURY.
RESTRAINT SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY (1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR cable.
INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR (2) Remove the cluster bezel from the instrument
SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE- panel. See Cluster Bezel in the Removal and Instal-
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR- lation section of this group for the procedures.
BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL (3) Open the glove box.
INJURY. (4) Remove the two screws that secure the bottom
of the lower bezel to the instrument panel (Fig. 18).
cable.
(2) Open the ash receiver. Depress the spring
retainer in the center of the ash receiver to release it,
then lift the ash receiver slightly and pull it out from
the pivot pins in the instrument panel lower bezel.
(3) Remove the two screws that secure the flame
shield to the instrument panel lower bezel (Fig. 17).
(4) Pull the flame shield out from the instrument
panel lower bezel far enough to disengage the two
retaining tabs on the top, then lower the shield far
enough to access the ash receiver lamp and hood.
(5) Squeeze the ash receiver lamp and hood
bracket to remove the unit from the mounting hole in
the flame shield.
(6) Remove the flame shield from the instrument
panel lower bezel. Fig. 18 Instrument Panel Lower Bezel Remove/
(7) Reverse the removal procedures to install. Install
(5) Remove the four screws that secure the top of receptacle base to the instrument panel lower bezel
the lower bezel to the instrument panel. (Fig. 20).
(6) Pull the bezel away from the instrument panel
far enough to access and unplug the wire harness
connectors from the cigar lighter, the power outlet,
and the rear window switch module.
(7) Squeeze the ash receiver lamp and hood
bracket to remove the unit from the mounting hole in
the flame shield.
(8) Remove the lower bezel from the instrument
panel.
CIGAR LIGHTER AND POWER OUTLET

INJURY.
Fig. 20 Cigar Lighter and Power Outlet Remove/
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative Install
cable. (5) Insert a pair of external snap ring pliers into
(2) Remove the lower bezel from the instrument the cigar lighter or power outlet receptacle base and
panel. See Instrument Panel Lower Bezel in the engage the tips of the pliers with the retaining
Removal and Installation section of this group for the bosses of the mount.
procedures. (6) Squeeze the pliers to disengage the mount
(3) Pull the cigar lighter knob and element out of retaining bosses from the receptacle base and, using
the cigar lighter receptacle base, or unsnap the a gentle rocking motion, pull the pliers and the
power outlet cap from the power outlet receptacle receptacle base out of the mount.
base (Fig. 19). (7) Remove the cigar lighter or power outlet mount
from the instrument panel lower bezel.
GLOVE BOX LAMP AND SWITCH

INJURY.

cable.
Fig. 19 Cigar Lighter and Power Outlet (2) Open the glove box.
(4) Look inside the cigar lighter or power outlet (3) Reach through and above the instrument panel
receptacle base and note the position of the rectangu- glove box opening upper reinforcement to unlatch
lar retaining bosses of the mount that secures the
and unplug the wire harness connector from the
glove box lamp and switch (Fig. 21).
Fig. 22 Glove Box Latch Striker Remove/Install

Fig. 21 Glove Box Lamp and Switch Remove/Install CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
(4) Reach through and above the instrument panel BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
glove box opening upper reinforcement to depress the INJURY.
retaining tabs on the top and bottom of the glove box
lamp and switch housing. (1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
(5) While holding the retaining tabs depressed, cable.
push the glove box lamp and switch unit out through (2) Open the glove box.
the mounting hole in the instrument panel glove box (3) Locate three screws in the bottom of the glove
opening upper reinforcement. box bin. Remove only the center screw.
(6) Reverse the removal procedures to install. (4) Depress the two sides of the glove box bin far
enough so that the rubber stop bumpers on each side
GLOVE BOX LATCH STRIKER of the bin will clear the metal stops of the bracket on
each side of the glove box opening.
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR- (5) While holding the sides of the glove box bin
BAGS, REFER TO GROUP 8M - PASSIVE depressed, roll the glove box downward until the stop
RESTRAINT SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY bumpers are beyond the stops, then release the sides
STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR of the bin.
INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR (6) Grasp the upper outboard corner of the glove
SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE- box door securely with both hands.
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR- (7) Pull the door firmly and quickly away from the
BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL instrument panel to unsnap the three glove box
INJURY. hinge hooks (Fig. 23) from the three hinge pins on
the instrument panel (Fig. 24).
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative (8) When installing the glove box, first insert the
cable. glove box bin in the glove box opening far enough so
(2) Open the glove box. that the rubber stop bumpers on each side of the bin
(3) Remove the two screws that secure the glove are behind the metal stops on each side of the glove
box latch striker to the instrument panel glove box box opening.
opening upper reinforcement (Fig. 22). (9) Starting on the outboard side of the glove box,
(4) Remove the glove box latch striker from the insert the first glove box hinge hook over the first
glove box opening upper reinforcement. hinge pin on the instrument panel.
(5) Reverse the removal procedures to install. (10) Use a slight twisting action on the glove box
Tighten the mounting screws to 2.2 N·m (20 in. lbs.). to insert the second hinge hook under the second
hinge pin.
GLOVE BOX (11) Finally, again using a slight twisting action on
the glove box, insert the last hinge hook over the last
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR- hinge pin.
Fig. 23 Glove Box Hinge Hooks Fig. 25 Glove Box Components Remove/Install
removed during glove box removal) that secure the
bin to the bottom of the glove box door.
(5) Remove the four screws that secure the top of
the glove box bin and the glove box latch to the glove
box door.
(6) Separate the glove box bin and the glove box
latch from the glove box door.
Fig. 24 Glove Box Hinge Pins

CENTRAL TIMER MODULE
Before replacing a high-line Central Timer Module
(12) Reinstall the center screw in the bottom of the (CTM), use a DRB scan tool to determine the current
glove box bin. Tighten the screw to 2.2 N·m (20 in. settings for the CTM programmable features. These
lbs.). settings should be duplicated in the replacement
(13) Close the glove box, then reopen it to check CTM using the DRB scan tool, before returning the
for proper hinge operation. vehicle to service.
GLOVE BOX COMPONENTS WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-

WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR- RESTRAINT SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY
BAGS, REFER TO GROUP 8M - PASSIVE STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR
RESTRAINT SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR
STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE- BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR- INJURY.
INJURY. (1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative (2) Remove the glove box from the instrument
cable. panel. See Glove Box in the Removal and Installation
(2) Remove the glove box from the instrument section of this group for the procedures.
panel. See Glove Box in the Removal and Installation (3) Remove the three screws that secure the
section of this group for the procedures. bracket to the outboard side of the instrument panel
(3) Remove the two screws that secure each out- glove box opening (Fig. 26).
board flange of the glove box bin to the glove box (4) Remove the two screws that secure the Central
door (Fig. 25). Timer Module (CTM) mounting bracket to the out-
(4) Remove the two remaining screws in the bot- board instrument panel glove box opening bracket.
tom of the glove box bin (the center screw was
INJURY.
(1) Place the front wheels in the straight-ahead

position.
cable.
flat-bladed tool, gently pry along the edges of the
right and left front door sill trim to release the clips
that secure it to the sill (Fig. 27). Carefully disengage
the ends of the sill trim from the inner cowl side trim
panel at the front, and from the lower B-pillar trim
at the rear, then remove the sill trim from the sill.
Fig. 26 Central Timer Module Remove/Install

(5) Remove the outboard glove box opening bracket
from the instrument panel through the glove box
opening.
(6) Pull the CTM and its mounting bracket into
the glove box opening far enough to access and dis-
engage the wire harness retainer from the CTM
mounting bracket.
(7) Unplug the wire harness connector(s) (one con-
nector for the base CTM, two connectors for high-line
CTM) from the CTM.
(8) Remove the CTM from the instrument panel.
(9) Reverse the removal procedures to install. Be
certain to engage the mounting tab on the outboard
side of the CTM mounting bracket with the slot in
the right instrument panel end bracket. Tighten the Fig. 27 Cowl Side Trim Remove/Install
CTM and mounting bracket screws to 2.2 N·m (20 in. (4) Remove the screw that secures the rear tab on
lbs.). the inner cowl side trim panel to the sill.
(5) Grasp the forward edge of the trim panel and
NOTE: If a new high-line Central Timer Module is
pull it inboard far enough to disengage the clip that
installed, the programmable features must be
secures it to the cowl side.
enabled and/or disabled to the customer’s preferred
settings. Use a DRB scan tool and the proper Diag-
flat-bladed tool, gently pry the inner cowl side trim
nostic Procedures manual to perform these opera-
panel to release the clip that secures it to the A-pillar
tions.
trim and the front door hinge pillar.
INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY knee blocker from the instrument panel. See Steering
Column Opening Cover and Knee Blocker in the
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR- Removal and Installation section of this group for the
BAGS, REFER TO GROUP 8M - PASSIVE procedures.
(8) Remove the two screws that secure the inside
hood latch release handle to the instrument panel
lower reinforcement and lower the release handle to
the floor.
(9) Unplug the driver side airbag module wire har-
ness connector at the instrument panel lower rein-
forcement.
(10) If the vehicle is so equipped, remove the tilt
steering column lever.
(11) Remove both the upper and lower shrouds
from the steering column (Fig. 28).
Fig. 29 Multi-Function Switch Connector - Typical
Fig. 28 Steering Column Shrouds Remove/Install - Fig. 30 Steering Column Connectors - Typical
Typical
(19) Remove the steering column from the vehicle.
(12) Remove the lower fixed column shroud. Refer to Group 19 - Steering for the procedures.
(13) Move the upper fixed column shroud far (20) Remove the screw from the center of the bulk-
enough to access the rear of the multi-function head wire harness connector and unplug the connec-
switch (Fig. 29). tor.
(14) Remove the tamper proof mounting screws (a (21) Unplug the two body wire harness connectors
Snap On tamper proof torx bit TTXR20B2 or equiva- located next to the bulkhead wire harness connector.
lent is required) that secure the multi-function (22) Unplug the three wire harness connectors
switch to the steering column. located closest to the dash panel from the junction
(15) Gently pull the switch away from the steering block.
column far enough to access and loosen the multi- (23) Reach under the driver side outboard end of
function switch wire harness connector screw. The the instrument panel to access and unsnap the plas-
screw will remain in the wire harness connector. tic retainer clip from the park brake release linkage
(16) Unplug the wire harness connector from the rod at the back of the park brake release handle.
multi-function switch. (24) Disengage the park brake release linkage rod
(17) Unplug the remaining steering column wire end from the back of the park brake release handle.
harness connectors (Fig. 30). (25) Unplug the wire harness connector from the
(18) If the vehicle is so equipped, unplug the over- stop lamp switch.
drive lockout switch wire harness connector near the (26) If the vehicle is so equipped, unplug the wire
instrument panel lower reinforcement. harness connector from the Rear Wheel Anti-Lock
(RWAL) brake module located on the inboard side of (36) Remove the nut that secures the radio ground
the pedal and steering column support brackets. wire harness eyelet to the stud on the right cowl side
(27) Unplug the vacuum harness connector located inner panel.
near the left end of the heater-A/C housing. (37) Loosen the right and left instrument panel
(28) Remove the center support bracket from the cowl side roll-down bracket screws about 6 mm (0.25
instrument panel. See Instrument Panel Center Sup- inch) (Fig. 31).
port Bracket in the Removal and Installation section (38) Remove the five screws that secure the top of
of this group for the procedures. the instrument panel to the top of the dash panel,
(29) Remove the screw that secures the wire har- removing the center screw last.
ness ground eyelets to the left side of the Airbag Con- (39) Pull the lower instrument panel outwards
trol Module (ACM) bracket on the floor panel until the right and left cowl side roll-down bracket
transmission tunnel. screws are in the roll-down slot position of both
(30) Unplug the wire harness connector from the brackets (Fig. 32).
ACM.
(31) Remove the glove box from the instrument
panel. See Glove Box in the Removal and Installation
section of this group for the procedures.
(32) Reach through the instrument panel glove box
opening to unplug the antenna coaxial cable connec-
tor.
(33) Release the antenna half of the coaxial cable
from the retainer clip near the lower outboard side of
the instrument panel glove box opening.
(34) Reach through and above the instrument
panel glove box opening to access and unplug the
blower motor wire harness connector located near the
heater-A/C support brace.
(35) If the vehicle is so equipped, unplug the two
wire harness connectors from the Infinity speaker
amplifier on the right cowl side inner panel. Fig. 32 Roll-Down Bracket
Fig. 31 Instrument Panel Assembly Remove/Install

(40) Roll down the instrument panel and install a (4) Remove the glove box from the instrument
temporary hook in the center hole on top of the panel. See Glove Box in the Removal and Installation
instrument panel. Secure the other end of the hook section of this group for the procedures.
to the center hole in the top of the dash panel. The (5) Remove the glove box lamp and switch from
hook should support the instrument panel in its the instrument panel. See Glove Box Lamp and
rolled down position about 46 cm (18 inches) from Switch in the Removal and Installation section of
the dash panel. this group for the procedures.
(41) With the instrument panel supported in the (6) Reach through and above the instrument panel
roll-down position: glove box opening to remove the two screws that
(a) Unplug the two door jumper wire harness secure the passenger side airbag module lower
connectors located on a bracket near the right end bracket to the instrument panel (Fig. 33).
of the instrument panel.
(b) Unplug the wire harness connector at the
blower motor resistor.
(c) Disconnect the temperature control cable flag
retainer from the top of the heater-A/C housing
and pull the cable core adjuster clip off of the
blend-air door lever.
(d) Disconnect the demister duct flexible hose
from the adapter on the top of the heater-A/C
housing.
(42) With the aid of an assistant, remove the tem-
porary hook and lift the instrument panel assembly
off of the roll-down bracket screws and remove it
from the vehicle.
Tighten the mounting hardware as follows:
• Instrument panel top to dash panel screws - 3
N·m (28 in. lbs.) Fig. 33 Passenger Side Airbag Module Lower
• Instrument panel roll-down screws - 12 N·m Bracket Screws
(105 in. lbs.) (7) Reach through the instrument panel glove box
• Inner cowl side trim panel mounting screw - 2.2 opening to access and unplug the passenger side air-
N·m (20 in. lbs.). bag module wire harness connector. Disengage the
connector retainer from the back of the instrument
INSTRUMENT PANEL TOP COVER panel inboard glove box opening bracket.
(8) Remove the heater and air conditioner control
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR- from the instrument panel. Refer to Heater-A/C Con-
BAGS, REFER TO GROUP 8M - PASSIVE trol in Group 24 - Heating and Air Conditioning for
RESTRAINT SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY the procedures.
STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR (9) Reach through the instrument panel heater-
INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR A/C control opening to remove the screw that secures
SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE- the flexible demister tube to the demister duct tee,
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR- and remove the tube from the tee.
BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL (10) Reach through the instrument panel heater-
INJURY. A/C control opening to remove the screw that secures
the demister duct tee to the instrument panel.
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative (11) Remove the instrument panel from the vehicle
cable. and place it on a work bench. See Instrument Panel
(2) Remove the cluster bezel from the instrument Assembly in the Removal and Installation section of
panel. See Cluster Bezel in the Removal and Instal- this group for the procedures.
lation section of this group for the procedures. (12) Use a drill motor with a large drill bit, a high-
(3) Remove the park brake release handle from the speed grinder, or a soldering iron with a cutting tip
instrument panel. See Park Brake Release Handle in to remove the collapsed heat stakes from the under-
the Removal and Installation section of this group for side of the five instrument panel to dash panel
the procedures. mounting screw holes at or below the illustrated cut
line (Fig. 34). If the instrument panel top cover is to
be reused, use care not to drill through or to enlarge (13) Remove the screws around the perimeter of
the screw holes in the top cover. Using a trim stick or the top cover that secure it to the instrument panel
another suitable wide flat-bladed tool, gently pry base.
between the top cover and the instrument panel base (14) Lift the top cover off of the instrument panel.
bracket near the heat stake during the removal pro-
cess. This will cause the panels to separate notice- WARNING: USE EXTREME CARE TO PREVENT
ably when the collapsed heat stake has been ANY FOREIGN MATERIAL FROM ENTERING THE
sufficiently removed, and prevent the removal of too PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG MODULE, OR BECOM-
much material. After removal, the heat stakes should ING ENTRAPPED BETWEEN THE INSTRUMENT
be flush with, or protruding no more than 4 millime- PANEL TOP COVER AND THE PASSENGER SIDE
ters (0.1875 inches) from the lower surface of the top AIRBAG MODULE. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THIS
cover. WARNING COULD RESULT IN OCCUPANT INJURIES
UPON AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT.
NOTE: New instrument panel top covers are sup-
plied with heat stakes that have not been collapsed. (15) Reverse the removal procedures to install.
These heat stakes must also be removed in order to Tighten the passenger side airbag module lower
install the new top cover. Use a hack saw or razor bracket screws to 12 N·m (105 in. lbs.). Tighten the
knife to remove the heat stakes from a new top instrument panel top cover mounting screws to 2.2
cover. See Step 12 for the heat stake removal N·m (20 in. lbs.).
details.
Fig. 34 Instrument Panel Top Cover Remove/Install

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DN INSTRUMENT PANEL SYSTEMS 8E - 1

INSTRUMENT PANEL SYSTEMS

GENERAL INFORMATION BRAKE WARNING LAMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . 35 INSTRUMENT PANEL TOP COVER . . . . . . . . . . 38

GENERAL INFORMATION superior instrument panel stiffness and integrity to

SEAT BELT REMINDER LAMP TRANSMISSION OIL TEMPERATURE WARNING

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FAILURE MESSAGE

WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR- TACHOMETER

CLUSTER ILLUMINATION LAMP CRUISE-ON INDICATOR LAMP

WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-

Fig. 2 Fog Lamp Switch Remove/Install

Fig. 4 Instrument Cluster Remove/Install

NOTE: The instrument cluster has two self-docking

(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative

Fig. 7 Cluster Bulb Remove/Install

(3) Reverse the removal procedures to install.

STEERING COLUMN OPENING COVER AND KNEE

Fig. 9 Gear Selector Indicator Remove/Install

GEAR SELECTOR INDICATOR

(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.

Fig. 13 Relay and Fuse Block Remove/Install

Fig. 15 Instrument Panel Lower Reinforcement

INSTRUMENT PANEL CENTER SUPPORT BRACKET

Fig. 17 Ash Receiver Remove/Install

CIGAR LIGHTER AND POWER OUTLET

GLOVE BOX LAMP AND SWITCH

(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative

Fig. 22 Glove Box Latch Striker Remove/Install

Fig. 24 Glove Box Hinge Pins

GLOVE BOX COMPONENTS WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-

(1) Place the front wheels in the straight-ahead

Fig. 26 Central Timer Module Remove/Install

Fig. 29 Multi-Function Switch Connector - Typical

Fig. 31 Instrument Panel Assembly Remove/Install

Fig. 34 Instrument Panel Top Cover Remove/Install

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