warning light DODGE NEON 1999 Service User Guide

NOTE: BLACK OR DARK=0to75%state-of-charge
The battery is INADEQUATELY charged and must
be charged until green dot is visible, (12.4 volts or
greater) before the battery is tested or returned to
use. Refer to Causes of Battery Discharging in this
Group for more information.
NOTE: CLEAR COLOR = Replace Battery
WARNING: DO NOT CHARGE, ASSIST BOOST,
LOAD TEST, OR ADD WATER TO THE BATTERY
WHEN CLEAR COLOR DOT IS VISIBLE. PERSONAL
INJURY MAY OCCUR.
A clear color dot shows electrolyte level in battery
is below the test indicator (Fig. 1). Water cannot be
added to a maintenance free battery. The battery
must be replaced. A low electrolyte level may be
caused by an over charging condition. Refer to Gen-
erator Test Procedures on Vehicle.
CAUSES OF BATTERY DISCHARGING
It is normal to have a small 5 to 25 milliamperes
continuous electrical draw from the battery. This
draw will take place with the ignition in the OFF
position, and the courtesy, dome, storage compart-
ments, and engine compartment lights OFF. The con-
tinuous draw is due to various electronic features or
accessories that require electrical current with the
ignition OFF to function properly. When a vehicle is
not used over an extended period of approximately 20
days the IOD fuse should be pulled. The fuse is
located in the power distribution center. removal of
this fuse will reduce the level of battery discharge.
Refer to the Battery Diagnosis and Testing Table for
proper diagnosis.
ABNORMAL BATTERY DISCHARGING
²Corroded battery posts, cables or terminals.
²Loose or worn generator drive belt.
²Electrical loads that exceed the output of the
charging system due to equipment or accessories
installed after delivery.
²Slow driving speeds in heavy traffic conditions
or prolonged idling with high-amperage electrical
systems in use.
²Defective electrical circuit or component causing
excess Ignition Off Draw (IOD). Refer to Battery
Ignition Off Draw (IOD).
²Defective charging system.
²Defective battery.
BATTERY IGNITION OFF DRAW (IOD)
High current draw on the battery with the ignition
OFF will discharge a battery. After a dead battery is
recharged, the vehicle ignition off draw (IOD) shouldbe checked. To determine if a high current draw con-
dition exists first check the vehicle with a test lamp.
(1) Verify that all electrical accessories are OFF.
²Remove key from ignition switch
²Turn off all lights
²Trunk lid is closed
²Engine compartment hood lamp is disconnected
or lamp removed
²Glove box door is closed
²Sun visor vanity lights are OFF
²All doors are closed
²Allow the ignition key lamp system to time out
in approximately 30 seconds, if equipped.
(2) Disconnect battery negative cable (Fig. 4).
(3) Connect a 12 Volt test lamp, with a cold resis-
tance of 5-7 ohms, between the battery negative cable
clamp and the negative post (Fig. 5). If test lamp
goes out system is OK. If test lamp lights and stays
ON, go to Test Lamp Stays ON procedure.
TEST LAMP STAYS ON
There is either a short circuit or a fault in an elec-
tronic module. Two fuses in the Power Distribution
Center (PDC) feed the modules with ignition off
draw.
²Interior lamps fuse (10 Amp) (IOD) PDC.
²Fuel pump fuse (20 Amp) in PDC
(1) Remove interior lamp and fuel pump fuses. By
removing these fuses all ignition off draw from the
vehicle electronics will be disconnected. The test
lamp should go out. If test lamp goes out go to Step
2. If test lamp does not go out there is a current
draw or short circuit. Refer to Group 8W, Wiring Dia-
grams.
(2) Install the fuel pump fuse. If test lamp lights,
there is a current draw or short circuit in the A14
wiring circuit feed.
(a) Disconnect Powertrain Control Module.
(b) If test lamp goes out, replace Powertrain
Control Module.
(c) If test lamp does not go out, there is a cur-
rent draw or short circuit in the A14 circuit feed.
Refer to Group 8W, Wiring Diagrams.
(3) Install the interior lamp fuse. If test lamp
lights, there is a current draw or short circuit in the
M01 circuit. Refer to Group 8W, Wiring Diagrams. If
test lamp stays out, go to Step 4
(4) Use a multi-meter that has at least a range of
200 milliamperes. Install meter between the battery
negative cable and battery negative post (Fig. 6).
Carefully remove the test lamp without disconnecting
the meter. After all modules time-out the total vehi-
cle IOD should be less than 10 milliamperes. If igni-
tion off draw is more than 10 milliamperes go to Step
5.
(5) Remove both fuses from the Power Distribution
Center:
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DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING (Continued)

INSTRUMENT PANEL AND SYSTEMS
CONTENTS
page page
GENERAL INFORMATION
INTRODUCTION......................... 1
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
DOME LAMP............................ 1
ELECTRONIC DIGITAL CLOCK.............. 1
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER................... 2
WARNING AND INDICATOR LAMPS......... 2
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
AIRBAG WARNING SYSTEM............... 2
BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING LAMP TEST...... 2
FOG LAMP SWITCH TEST................. 2
FUEL TANK SENDING UNIT TEST........... 3
HEADLAMP SWITCH TEST................. 3
HEATER A/C BLOWER SWITCH TEST........ 3
HEATER BLOWER SWITCH TEST............ 3
INDIVIDUAL GAUGE INOPERATIVE.......... 4
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND COMPONENTS.... 4
LOW OIL PRESSURE WARNING LAMP TEST . . 4
MULTIPLE GAUGE INOPERATIVE TEST....... 4
SEAT BELT REMINDER SYSTEM TEST....... 6
SENDING UNIT......................... 6
SERVICE ENGINE SOON INDICATOR......... 6
VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR TEST............. 6
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
ASH RECEIVER RETAINER AND LAMP....... 6
CENTER BEZEL.......................... 6
CIGAR LIGHTER RECEPTACLE.............. 6
CLUSTER LAMP......................... 7
CLUSTER PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD........ 7CLUSTER.............................. 7
DOME LENS/LAMP....................... 8
FLOOR CONSOLE........................ 8
GAUGE................................ 8
GLOVE BOX DOOR/BIN................... 8
GLOVE BOX SWITCH/LAMP................ 9
HEADLAMP SWITCH..................... 9
HEATER A/C CONTROL BLOWER SWITCH . . . 10
HEATER A/C CONTROL LAMP............ 10
HEATER A/C CONTROL................... 9
HEATER CONTROL BLOWER SWITCH....... 10
IGNITION KEY LAMP.................... 10
INSTRUMENT PANEL.................... 10
LEFT TRIM PANEL...................... 10
ODOMETER............................ 10
RADIO................................ 12
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER AND/OR FOG
LAMP SWITCH....................... 12
RIGHT TRIM PANEL..................... 12
SHIFTER KNOB......................... 13
STEERING COLUMN COVER LINER......... 13
STEERING COLUMN COVER.............. 13
STEERING COLUMN SHROUDS............ 13
TOP COVER AND CLUSTER BEZEL
REMOVAL........................... 14
TRANSMISSION RANGE INDICATOR LAMP . . 14
TRUNK LAMP/LENS..................... 14
VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR................ 14
GENERAL INFORMATION
INTRODUCTION
The purpose of the dash gauges and indicator
lamps is to keep the driver informed about the oper-
ating condition of the vehicle. If an abnormal condi-
tion occurs, the driver is informed by indicator lamp.
The driver can seek service before damage occurs.
Indicator lamps use ON/OFF switch functions for
operation, while gauges use a sending unit or sensor.
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
DOME LAMP
The Dome Lamp operates when a door is open or
when the headlamp switch is placed in courtesy posi-
tion.
ELECTRONIC DIGITAL CLOCK
The electronic digital clock is in the radio. The
clock and radio each use the display panel built into
the radio. A digital readout indicates the time in
hours and minutes whenever the ignition switch is in
the ON or ACC position.
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When the ignition switch is in the OFF position, or
when the radio frequency is being displayed, time
keeping is accurately maintained.
The procedure for setting the clock varies slightly
with each radio. The correct procedure is described in
the individual radio operating instructions. Refer to
the Owner's Manual supplied with the vehicle.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
There are two conventional instrument cluster
assemblies available. The clusters electronically drive
the speedometer, odometer, and gauges (Fig. 1) and
(Fig. 2).
GAUGES
All gauges in the electronic clusters are the analog
type gauges. When the ignition switch is moved to
the OFF position, the cluster drives each gauge to its
lowest position.
WARNING AND INDICATOR LAMPS
The instrument cluster has warning lamps and
indicators for the following systems:
²Airbag
²Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) if equipped
²Brake warning
²Charging System
²Door Ajar
²High beam indicator
²Low oil pressure
²Malfunction indicator (service engine soon) lamp
²Right and left turn signals.
²Seat belt warning
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
AIRBAG WARNING SYSTEM
For testing of this system refer to Group 8M,
Restraint Systems.
BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING LAMP TEST
The brake warning lamp illuminates when the
parking brake is applied with ignition switch turned
to the ON position. The same lamp will also illumi-
nate if one of the two service brake systems fail the
when brake pedal is applied.
To test the system:
²As the ignition switch is turned to the start posi-
tion the lamp should light.
²Turn ignition switch to the ON position and
apply the parking brake. The lamp should light.
If lamp fails to light inspect for:
²A burned out lamp
²Loose, corroded or damaged socket
²A damaged circuit board
²A broken or disconnected wire at the switch
²Defective switch
To test the service brake warning system, refer to
Group 5, Brakes, Hydraulic System Control Valves.
FOG LAMP SWITCH TEST
(1) Remove the fog lamp switch. Refer to the Rear
Window Defogger and/or Fog Lamp Switch Removal.
(2) Using two jumper wires, connect Pin 2 and Pin
4 of the switch to battery voltage.
(3) Using a test lamp, connect the test lamp to Pin
3 as shown in (Fig. 3). Refer to (Fig. 4) for fog lamp
switch circuit.
(4) Push the fog lamp switch button. The test lamp
and the LED indicator on the front of the switch
should illuminate.
(5) If either the LED or the test lamp fails to illu-
minate, replace the switch.Fig. 1 Instrument Cluster Without Tachometer
Fig. 2 Instrument Cluster With Tachometer
Fig. 3 Fog Lamp Switch Test
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DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION (Continued)

(2) Use a ohmmeter, and check continuity between
the terminals of the switch as shown in the Heater
Blower Test (Fig. 7).
(3) If switch fails any part of the continuity test,
other then Pin 1 to Pin 7, replace heater control. If
no continuity between Pin 1 to Pin 7 check the
lamps, replace if necessary.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND COMPONENTS
CAUTION: Disconnect the battery negative cable
before servicing the instrument panel or compo-
nents. When power is required for test purposes,
connect battery cable for test only. Disconnect the
battery negative cable after test and before continu-
ing service procedures.
LOW OIL PRESSURE WARNING LAMP TEST
The low oil pressure warning lamp will illuminate
when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position
without engine running. The lamp also illuminates if
the engine oil pressure drops below a safe oil pres-
sure level.
To test the system, turn the ignition switch to the
ON position. If the lamp fails to light, inspect for a
broken or disconnected wire at the oil pressure
switch, located at the front of the engine (Fig. 8). If
the wire at the connector checks good, pull the con-
nector loose from the switch and with a jumper wire,
ground the connector to the engine. With the ignition
switch turned to the ON position, check the warning
lamp. If the lamp still fails to light, inspect for aburned out lamp or disconnected socket in the clus-
ter.
MULTIPLE GAUGE INOPERATIVE TEST
Test speedometer, tachometer and other gauges for
malfunction:
(1) Remove the cluster. Refer to Cluster Removal
and Installation.
(2) Check for ignition voltage at Pin J1-5 of the
cluster wire harness connector (Fig. 9) and (Fig. 10).
Check for battery voltage at Pin J1-6 of the connec-
tor. If no voltage, repair as necessary.
(3) Check Pin J1-8 of the connector for continuity
to ground. If no ground, repair as necessary.
(4) If the voltage and ground are OK, and the pins
or the connectors are not distorted, replace the
printed circuit board.
(5) Install cluster.
INDIVIDUAL GAUGE INOPERATIVE
FUEL GAUGE
(1) Disconnect the fuel gauge sending unit.
Fig. 7 Heater Blower Switch Test
Fig. 8 Oil Pressure Switch
Fig. 9 Cluster Wire Harness Connector
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DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING (Continued)

(8) If all tests performed test good, replace the dial
and gauge assembly.
(9) If the tachometer continues to be inoperative,
replace the print circuit board.
TEMPERATURE GAUGE
(1) Disconnect the coolant temperature sensor
(Fig. 12).
(2) Turn ignition switch ON. The temperature
gauge should be at its lowest position. Turn ignition
switch OFF.
(3) Ground temperature gauge sending unit con-
nector Pin 3. Refer to Group 8W, wiring Diagrams.
Turn ignition switch ON. The temperature gauge
should be at its highest position. After the seat belt
lamp goes out, the cluster should chime for about
eight seconds.
(a) If OK, check temperature sending unit con-
nector for proper connection. If connections are OK,
replace the sending unit.
(b) If not OK, and the high temperature chime
sounds but the gauge shows cold, replace the gauge
assembly. If gauge is still not working, replace the
printed circuit board.
SPEEDOMETER SYSTEM
The vehicle is equipped with a electronically driven
speedometer and odometer assemblies. A signal is
sent from a transmission-mounted vehicle speed sen-
sor to the speedometer circuitry through the wiring
harness.
SEAT BELT REMINDER SYSTEM TEST
For testing of this system refer to Group 8U,
Chime Warning/Reminder Systems.
SENDING UNIT
When a problem occurs with a cluster gauge check
for a defective sending unit or wiring. Do this before
disassembling the cluster.(1) Sending units and wiring can be checked by
grounding the connector leads at the sending unit in
the vehicle.
(2) With the ignition in the ON position, a
grounded input will cause the fuel or temperature
gauge to read at or above maximum.
SERVICE ENGINE SOON INDICATOR
Refer to Group 25, Emission Control Systems for
procedures.
VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR TEST
To test the vehicle speed sensor and related compo-
nents use a scan tool (DRB), and refer to the appro-
priate Powertrain Diagnostics Test Procedure
Manual.
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
ASH RECEIVER RETAINER AND LAMP
REMOVAL
(1) Open up and remove the ash receiver recepta-
cle.
(2) Remove the center bezel.
(3) Remove the two ash receiver retainer attaching
screws from the upper-rearward face and remove
retainer.
(4) For lamp replacement, remove the clamp and
lamp hood from the top of the retainer. Remove the
wiring clip at the forward edge of the retainer and
remove the lamp socket from the hood and replace
lamp.
INSTALLATION
For installation reverse the above procedures.
When installing the retainer ensure that the forward
tabs are inserted properly into the slots in the instru-
ment panel.
CENTER BEZEL
REMOVAL
(1) Open the ash receiver receptacle.
(2) Grasp the bezel and pull rearward disengaging
the clips.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures.
CIGAR LIGHTER RECEPTACLE
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the cigar lighter element.
(2) Reach underneath the instrument panel
through the bottom access hole and disconnect the
cigar lighter receptacle wiring connectors.
Fig. 12 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
8E - 6 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND SYSTEMSPL
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING (Continued)

DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCH
The multi-function switch contains electrical cir-
cuitry for turn signal, hazard warning, headlamp
beam select, headlamp optical horn. This integratedswitch assembly is mounted to the left hand side of
the steering column. Should any function of the
switch fail, the entire switch assembly must be
replaced. Refer to Multi-function Switch Test Table
for diagnosis.
MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCH TEST
CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTION
TURN SIGNAL FLASHES AT TWICE
THE NORMAL RATE.(1) FAULTY EXTERNAL LAMP.
(2) POOR GROUND AT LAMP.
(3) OPEN CIRCUIT IN WIRING TO
EXTERNAL LAMP.
(4) FAULTY CONTACT IN SWITCH.(1) REPLACE LAMP.
(2) CHECK AND/OR REPAIR WIRING
(3) REPAIR WIRING HARNESS.
CHECK CONNECTORS.
(4) REPLACE MULTI FUNCTION
SWITCH.
INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATED
BRIGHTLY, EXTERNAL LAMP
GLOWS DIMLY AT A RAPID RATE.(1) LOOSE OR CORRODED
EXTERNAL LAMP CONNECTION.
(2) POOR GROUND CIRCUIT AT
EXTERNAL LAMP.(1) REPLACE SOCKET CONNECTION.
(2) REPAIR WIRING HARNESS.
CHECK CONNECTORS.
HAZARD WARMING SYSTEM DOES
NOT FLASH.(1) FAULTY FUSE.
(2) FAULTY FLASHER.
(3) OPEN CIRCUIT IN FEED WIRE TO
SWITCH.
(4) FAULTY CONTACT IN SWITCH.
(5) OPEN OR GROUNDED CIRCUIT
IN WIRING TO EXTERNAL LAMPS.(1) REPLACE FUSE.
(2) REPLACE FLASHER.
(3) REPAIR WIRING HARNESS,
CHECK CONNECTORS.
(4) REPLACE MULTI FUNCTION
SWITCH.
(5) REPAIR WIRING HARNESS.
INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATES
BRIGHTLY, EXTERNAL LAMP DOES
NOT LIGHT.(1) OPEN CIRCUIT IN WIRE TO
EXTERNAL LAMP.
(2) BURNED OUT LAMP.(1) REPAIR WIRING HARNESS.
(2) REPLACE LAMP.
SYSTEM DOES NOT FLASH ON
EITHER SIDE.(1) FAULTY FUSE.
(2) FAULTY FLASHER UNIT.
(3) LOOSE BULKHEAD CONNECTOR.
(4) LOOSE OR FAULTY REAR
WIRING HARNESS OR TERMINALS.
(5) OPEN CIRCUIT TO FLASHER
UNIT.
(6) OPEN CIRCUIT IN FEED WIRE TO
TURN SIGNAL SWITCH.
(7) FAULTY SWITCH CONNECTION IN
SWITCH.
(8) OPEN OR GROUNDED CIRCUIT
IN WIRING TO EXTERNAL LAMPS.(1) REPLACE FUSE.
(2) REPLACE FLASHER.
(3) TIGHTEN CONNECTOR.
(4) REPAIR WIRING HARNESS
(5) CHECK CONNECTORS, REPAIR
WIRING HARNESS.
(6) CHECK CONNECTORS, REPAIR
WIRING HARNESS.
(7) REPLACE MULTI FUNCTION
SWITCH.
(8) REPAIR WIRING HARNESS.
SYSTEM DOES NOT CANCEL
AFTER COMPLETION OF THE
TURN.(1) BROKEN CANCELLING FINGER
ON SWITCH.
(2) BROKEN OR MISSING
CANCELLING CAM ON
CLOCKSPRING.(1) REPLACE MULTI FUNCTION
SWITCH.
(2) REPLACE CLOCKSPRING.
EXTERNAL LAMPS OPERATE
PROPERLY, NO INDICATOR LAMP
OPERATION.(1) FAULTY INDICATOR LAMP IN
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER.(1) REPLACE LAMP.
8J - 2 TURN SIGNAL AND FLASHERSPL

LAMPS
CONTENTS
page page
BULB APPLICATION...................... 13
HEADLAMP ALIGNMENT................... 4
LAMP BULB SERVICE..................... 6LAMP DIAGNOSIS........................ 1
LAMP SERVICE........................... 9
LAMP SYSTEMS......................... 12
LAMP DIAGNOSIS
INDEX
page page
GENERAL INFORMATION
DAYTIME RUNNING LAMP MODULE.......... 1
GENERAL INFORMATION.................. 1
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS................... 1DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES................ 1
FOG LAMP.............................. 3
HEADLAMP DIAGNOSIS................... 2
GENERAL INFORMATION
GENERAL INFORMATION
Each vehicle is equipped with various lamp assem-
blies. A good ground is necessary for proper lighting
operation. Grounding is provided by the lamp socket
when it comes in contact with the metal body, or
through a separate ground wire.
When changing lamp bulbs check the socket for
corrosion. If corrosion is present, clean it with a wire
brush and coat the inside of the socket lightly with
Mopar Multi-Purpose Grease or equivalent.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: EYE PROTECTION SHOULD BE USED
WHEN SERVICING GLASS COMPONENTS. PER-
SONAL INJURY CAN RESULT.
CAUTION: Do not touch the glass of halogen bulbs
with fingers or other possibly oily surface, reduced
bulb life will result.
Do not use bulbs with higher candle power than
indicated in the Bulb Application table at the end of
this group. Damage to lamp and/or Daytime Run-
ning Lamp Module can result.
Do not use fuses, circuit breakers or relays hav-
ing greater amperage value than indicated on the
fuse panel or in the Owners Manual.When it is necessary to remove components to ser-
vice another, it should not be necessary to apply
excessive force or bend a component to remove it.
Before damaging a trim component, verify hidden
fasteners or captured edges are not holding the com-
ponent in place.
DAYTIME RUNNING LAMP MODULE
PL vehicles built for use in Canada are equipped
with a Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) system. The
DRL system operates the headlamps at 50% illumi-
nation with the headlamp switch OFF, park brake
released and the ignition ON. The DRL system is
controlled by the Daytime Running Lamp Module.
The DRL module overrides the headlamp switch
when the headlamps are turned OFF. The headlamps
operate normally when the headlamps are turned
ON.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES
When a vehicle experiences problems with the
headlamp system, verify the condition of the battery
connections, charging system, headlamp bulbs, wire
connectors, relay, high beam dimmer switch and
headlamp switch. Refer to Group 8W, Wiring Dia-
grams for component locations and circuit informa-
tion.
PLLAMPS 8L - 1

BULB APPLICATION
INDEX
page page
GENERAL INFORMATION
INTRODUCTION......................... 8
SPECIFICATIONS
EXTERIOR LAMPS........................ 8INTERIOR LAMPS........................ 8
GENERAL INFORMATION
INTRODUCTION
The following Bulb Application Tables list the lamp
title on the left side of the column and trade number
or part number on the right.
CAUTION: Do not use bulbs that have a higher
candle power than the bulb listed in the Bulb Appli-
cation Table. Damage to lamp can result.
Do not touch halogen bulbs with fingers or other
possibly oily surfaces. Bulb life will be reduced.
If a halogen bulb is contaminated with oil, clean
bulb with denatured alcohol or ammonia based sol-
vent.
SPECIFICATIONS
EXTERIOR LAMPS
LAMP BULB
Back-up...............................P21W
Center High Mounted Stop..................921
Front Fog Lamp..........................H-3
Headlamp...............................H-4
License Plate...........................W5W
Front Turn Signal.....................P21/5W
Tail/Stop.............................P21/5W
Rear Turn Signal.......................P21W
Rear Fog Lamp.........................P21W
Citylight...............................T4W
Side Repeater...........................T4W
INTERIOR LAMPS
LAMP BULB
ABS.................................PC194
Airbag...............................PC194
AshTray................................161
Brake Warning System Indicator...........PC194
Cigar Lighter............................203
Climate Controls.........................203
Console Gear Selector......................161
Dome Light..............................578
Glove Box...............................194
High Beam Indicator....................PC194
Ignition Key.............................161
Instrument Cluster.....................PC194
Rear Cargo..............................912
Seat Belt Indicator.......................PC74
Service Engine Soon....................PC194
Turn Signal Indicator....................PC194
Underhood..............................105
Visor Vanity.........................6501966
Volts Indicator..........................PC74
8L - 8 LAMPSPL

DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
AIRBAG SYSTEM TEST
(1) Disconnect and isolate the negative battery
cable.
(2) Connect scan tool (DRB) to Data Link connec-
tor, located at right side of the steering column and
at the lower edge of the lower instrument panel.
(3) Turn the ignition key to ON position. Exit vehi-
cle with scan tool. Use the latest version of the
proper cartridge.
(4) After checking that no one is inside the vehicle,
connect the battery negative terminal.
(5) Using the scan tool, read and record active
diagnostic code data.
(6) Read and record any stored diagnostic codes.
(7) Refer to the Passive Restraint Diagnostic Test
Manual if any diagnostic codes are found in Step 5 or
Step 6.
(8) Erase stored diagnostic codes if there are no
active diagnostic codes. If problems remain, diagnos-
tic codes will not erase. Refer to the Passive
Restraint Diagnostic Test Manual to diagnose the
problem.If the airbag warning lamp either fails
to light with the ignition switch on, or the light
goes on and stays on, there is a system malfunc-
tion. Refer to the Passive Restraint Diagnostic
Test Manual to diagnose the problem.
SERVICE PROCEDURES
CLEANUP PROCEDURE
Roll or fold the passenger airbag towards the
instrument panel surface and close the door over the
folded bag. Then tape the door shut.
Use a vacuum cleaner to remove any residual pow-
der from the vehicle interior. Work from the outside
in to avoid kneeling or sitting in a contaminated
area. Vacuum the heater and A/C outlets as well (Fig.
4). If the heater or air conditioner was in RECIRC
mode at time of airbag deployment, operate blower
motor on low speed and vacuum powder residue
expelled from the heater and A/C outlets. Multiple
vacuum cleaning may to necessary to decontaminate
the interior of the vehicle.
NOTE: Dispose deployed airbag properly, contact
dealer or government agency for disposal recom-
mendations.
SERVICE OF DEPLOYED AIRBAG MODULE
DRIVER AIRBAG
After a Driver Airbag Module has been deployed
the following components must be replaced becausethey cannot be reused. Other driver airbag system
components are replaced if damaged.
²Driver Airbag Module
²Clockspring assembly
PASSENGER AIRBAG
After a Passenger Airbag Module has been
deployed the following components must be replaced
because they cannot be reused.
²Passenger Airbag Module
²Right trim panel
The lower instrument panel knee blocker, top
cover, and any other components should be replaced
if damaged.
HANDLING AIRBAG MODULE
DEPLOYED MODULE
The vehicle interior may contain a very small
amount of sodium hydroxide powder, a by-product of
airbag deployment. Sodium hydroxide powder can
irritate the skin, eyes, nose and throat. Wear safety
glasses, rubber gloves, and long sleeved clothing
when cleaning any of the powder residue from the
vehicle.
If you find that the cleanup is irritating your skin,
run cool water over the affected area. Also, if you
experience nasal or throat irritation, exit the vehicle
for fresh air until the irritation ceases. If irritation
continues, see a physician.
UNDEPLOYED
The airbag module(s) must be stored in its original
special container until used for service. At no time
should a source of electricity be permitted near the
inflator on the back of an airbag module. When car-
rying or handling an undeployed airbag module, the
trim side of the airbag should be pointing away from
the body to minimize possibility of injury if acciden-
Fig. 4 Vacuum Heater and A/C Outlets
PLRESTRAINT SYSTEM 8M - 3

tal deployment occurs. Do not place undeployed air-
bag face down on a solid surface, the airbag will
propel into the air if accidental deployment occurs.
MAINTENANCE INSPECTION
(1) Check the airbag warning lamp for proper
operation as follows:
(a) Turn ignition switch to the ON position, the
airbag warning lamp should light. If not, test the
system using a scan tool and Passive Restraint
System Diagnostic Procedures Manual. Repair as
required.
(b) The airbag warning lamp lights, but fails to
go out after eight seconds. Test the system using a
scan tool and Passive Restraint System Diagnostic
Procedures Manual. Repair as required.
(c) After correcting active malfunction erase
stored diagnostic codes.
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
AIRBAG CONTROL MODULE (ACM)
REMOVAL
WARNING: THE ACM CONTAINS A SAFING SEN-
SOR WHICH ENABLES THE SYSTEM TO DEPLOY
THE AIRBAGS. TO AVOID ACCIDENTAL DEPLOY-
MENT, NEVER CONNECT THE ACM ELECTRICALLY
TO THE SYSTEM WHILE VEHICLE BATTERY IS
CONNECTED.
DISCONNECT AND ISOLATE THE BATTERY NEG-
ATIVE (GROUND) CABLE BEFORE BEGINNING ANY
AIRBAG SYSTEM COMPONENT REMOVAL OR
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE. THIS WILL DISABLE
THE AIRBAG SYSTEM. FAILURE TO DISCONNECT
BATTERY COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG
DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
ALLOW SYSTEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE
FOR 2 MINUTES BEFORE REMOVING ANY AIRBAG
COMPONENTS.
CAUTION: Failure to follow the parking brake ser-
vice procedures can result in damage to the park-
ing brake mechanism.
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
(2) Manual transaxle only, remove shifter knob
fastener and remove shifter knob.
(3) Remove screws attaching rear of center console
assembly to console bracket (Fig. 5) or (Fig. 6).
(4) Remove the two screws located in cup holders
(Fig. 7), attaching front of center console assembly to
console bracket.
Fig. 5 Attaching Screws At Rear Of Center Console
With/Without Arm Rest
Fig. 6 Attaching Screws At Rear Of Center Console
With Arm Rest
Fig. 7 Attaching Screws At Front Of Center Console
8M - 4 RESTRAINT SYSTEMPL
SERVICE PROCEDURES (Continued)