1993 CHEVROLET DYNASTY sensor

(11) Remove two screws from fuse block and lower
fuse block. (12) Remove three screws from hood release and
lower hood release handle. (13) Remove flasher relay from bracket on center
distribution duct. (14) Remove screw from ATC sensor motor assem-
bly and unhook from bracket if equipped. (15) Remove the radio ground screw above flasher
relay mount. (16) Remove center distribution duct screw from
left instrument panel lower brace, then remove four
screws to remove left lower brace.
(17) Remove five nuts on steering column and drop
column, then remove two upper column attaching studs.
(18) Remove two screws and pull out compact disc
player or cubby box, disconnect Co-Axial cable from
compact disc player. (19) Remove Electronic Vehicle Information Center
(E.V.I.C.) or Traveler from vehicle. (20) Remove radio.
(21) Remove A.T.C., A/C or heater controls. (22) Squeeze latches on side of Rear Window defog-
ger switch and remove. (23) Snap off cluster lower trim bezel, switch pod
vent grille, speaker grilles and defroster grilles. (24) Remove switch pod assembly.
(25) Remove cluster assembly.
(26) Remove dash speakers.
(27) Snap out bezel with or without message center
and disconnect wiring. (28) Open glovebox door, squeeze sides and roll
glovebox completely open. Remove glovebox light
switch, and disconnect wires. (29) Loosen right cowl side pivot bolt through
glovebox opening then close glovebox. (30) Loosen left cowl side pivot.
(31) Remove four screw attachments at top of in-
strument panel and roll panel out. (32) Pull wiring, antenna cable, A/C cable and vac-
uum lines out of instrument panel. Disconnect demis-
ter hose and remove instrument panel with ducts
attached. (33) Transfer ducts and brackets onto new panel.
(34) For instrument panel roll up, reverse
above procedures.
INTERIOR LAMP REMOVAL
The Dome, Floor Console and Door Lamps operate
when the doors are open or headlamp switch is
placed in courtesy position.
DOME LAMP
(1) Pry either the forward or rearward edge of the
dome lamp to free it from retaining bracket. (2) Pry either the forward or rearward edge of the
lens away from the bezel and replace lamp. (3) For installation reverse above procedures.
FRONT HEADER READING LAMP
Pull lamp from headliner. Disconnect wiring and
replace lamp.
FLOOR CONSOLE LAMP
Pry along top edge of lamp and pivot lamp out of
floor console, the lens does not remove. Remove lamp
and twist out lamp socket. Replace lamp.
DOOR LAMPS
Pry along bottom edge of lamp and pivot lamp out
of door trim panel, the lens does not remove. Remove
lamp and twist out lamp socket. Replace lamp.
DOOR REFLECTORS
Pry reflector away from the door trim panel, and
replace.
TRUNK LAMP
Remove lens by prying lens out of trunk trim panel
and replace bulb.
Fig. 33 Transmission Range Cable
Fig. 34 Cable Adjustment
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ment cluster and pin 43 of the powertrain control
module connector, replace the powertrain control
module. (8) If all tests performed test good replace the ta-
chometer drive module. (9) If the tachometer continues to be inoperative,
replace the tachometer assembly.
TACHOMETER DRIVE MODULE REPLACEMENT
(1) Remove instrument cluster (Fig. 13).
(2) Remove drive module by pivoting upward from
printed circuit board and pulling away from locating
notches. (3) For installation, position module on locating
notches and push down securely over printed circuit
board and reverse above procedures.
SPEEDOMETER SYSTEM
AP-body vehicles are equipped with electronically
driven speedometer and odometer assemblies. The
unit has the same appearance as a conventional
speedometer but it eliminates the cable-driven me-
chanical system. A signal is sent from a transmis- sion-mounted speed sensor to the speedometer
circuitry through the wiring harness. By eliminating
the speedometer cable, instrument cluster service
and removal is improved. Refer to Fig. 14 Speedom-
eter Diagnosis.
When the speedometer is out of calibration. The
electronic automatic transaxle vehicle speed sensor
output must be calibrated to reflect the different
combinations of equipment. The procedure is called
Pinion Factor, refer to Group 21, Transaxle for the
procedure.
SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT
(1) Remove cluster bezel.
(2) Remove cluster mask and lens.
(3) Remove tachometer. If equipped.
(4) Remove fuel gauge.
(5) Remove three screws attaching speedometer/
odometer assembly to the cluster housing. (6) Pull speedometer rearward to remove from
cluster housing. (7) For installation reverse above procedures.
VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR REPLACEMENT
(1) Remove harness connector from sensor and
make sure weather seal is on harness connector. (2) Remove sensor retaining bolt.
(3) Pull sensor and pinion gear assembly out of
transaxle. If necessary, carefully pry loose with a flat
blade screwdriver (Fig. 15 and 16). (4) For installation reverse above procedures and
seat sensor assembly by hand to insure proper gear
engagement. Tighten retaining bolt to 7 N Im (60 in.
lbs.) torque.
ELECTRONIC AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR REPLACEMENT
The output vehicle speed sensor is located to the
left of the manual shift lever. (1) Raise and support vehicle on safety stands.
(2) Remove vehicle speed sensor (Fig. 17).
(3) For installation, reverse above procedures.
Fig. 12 Powertrain Control Module Pin Location
Fig. 13 Tachometer Drive Module
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Fig. 14 Speedometer System Diagnosis
Fig. 15 Vehicle Speed Sensor and ConnectorFig. 16 Vehicle Speed Sensor and Speedometer Pinion
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VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR TEST
For testing of the vehicle speed sensor and related
components using DRB II, refer to the appropriate
Powertrain Diagnostics Test Procedure Manual.
PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD REPLACEMENT
(1) Remove cluster bezel.
(2) Remove instrument cluster.
(3) Remove tachometer drive module, if equipped.
(4) Remove six retaining screws (Fig. 18).
(5) Twist out all illumination and warning lamp
sockets. (6) Pull printed circuit board from cluster housing.
(7) For installation reverse above procedures. Posi-
tion printed circuit board on cluster housing, being
certain that all gauge pins are inserted correctly.
CLUSTER LAMP REPLACEMENT
Illumination Lamp Chart shows cluster as viewed
from rear. However, all lamps must be replaced by
removing cluster from instrument panel (Fig. 19).
SWITCH AND PANEL COMPONENT SERVICE
LOWER STEERING COLUMN COVER REPLACEMENT
(1) Disconnect park brake release rod from the
park brake handle. (2) Remove two screws attaching hood release (Fig.
20). (3) Remove fuse access door and remove steering
column cover attaching screw located directly above
the fuse block. (4) Remove six screws around outside of steering
column cover. (5) Remove steering column cover.
(6) For installation reverse above procedures.
CENTER MODULE LOWER COVER REPLACEMENT
(1) Open ash receiver and remove center module
bezel. (2) Remove module cover to instrument panel re-
taining screws (Fig. 20). (3) Remove module cover from vehicle.
(4) For installation reverse above procedures.
CENTER MODULE BEZEL REPLACEMENT
(1) Open ash receiver.
(2) Grip module bezel around outer edges and pull
rearward to release six spring-type retaining clips
(Fig. 20). (3) For installation position spring clips to instru-
ment panel and push firmly until seated. (4) Close ash receiver.
Fig. 17 Vehicle Speed Sensor Removal
Fig. 18 Printed Circuit Board
Fig. 19 Instrument Cluster Illumination Lamps
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INOPERATIVE SYSTEM
If road test verifies an inoperative system with a
correct speedometer operation:
² Inspect fuse
² Check for loose electrical and vacuum connections
at the servo
² Check for correct position of the vacuum check
valve in the hose from servo to vacuum source. The
word VAC on the valve must point toward the vac-
uum source.
² Inspection should also be made to verify that both
ends of the vehicle speed control cable are securely
attached. If either end is loose, the vehicle speed con-
trol will be inoperative.
CHECKING FOR FAULT CODE
(1) When trying to verify a vehicle speed control
electronic malfunction: (a) Connect a DRB II if available.
(b) Plug DRB II into the diagnostic connector in
the engine compartment. (c) Check that either a Fault Code 34 or Fault
Code 15 is indicated. (d) An inoperative vehicle speed control may still
occur without either fault code being indicated. (e) With key inserted in ignition switch, cycle
switch to ON position three times. On third cycle,
leave switch in ON position. (f) After switch has been cycled three times, ob-
serve CHECK ENGINE indicator on instrument
cluster. If a Fault Code is present, indicator will
flash (blink) in a series which will show which
Fault Code is the problem. EXAMPLE: A series of
three flashes in rapid succession, a slight pause,
then four flashes in rapid succession would indicate
Fault Code 34.
(2) If no Fault Code appears, or Fault Code 34 is
observed, refer to:
² The Servo Electrical Test.
² The Powertrain Control Module Electrical Test.
(3) If a fault code 15 is observed, test vehicle speed
sensor. For testing vehicle speed sensor and related compo-
nents refer to the Powertrain Diagnostics Test Proce-
dure Manual. (4) Correct any problems found when performing
these tests and recheck for Fault Code if changes
were made. (5) If no problems were found above, replace pow-
ertrain control module.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL ELECTRICAL TESTS
WARNING: IF REMOVAL OF AIR BAG MODULE IS
NECESSARY, REFER TO GROUP 8M, RESTRAINT
SYSTEMS.
Fig. 6 Vehicle Speed ControlÐAC & AY Bodies with 2.5L
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RESTRAINT SYSTEMS
CONTENTS
page page
AIR BAG MODULE ....................... 4
AIR BAG SERVICE AND TEST PROCEDURES . 1
AIR BAG SYSTEM CHECK ................. 3
AIR BAG SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC MODULE (ASDM) .............................. 5
CLOCKSPRING .......................... 6
CLOCKSPRING CENTERING PROCEDURE .... 6 GENERAL INFORMATION
.................. 1
LEFT FRONT IMPACT SENSOR ............. 4
RIGHT FRONT IMPACT SENSOR ........... 5
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE INSPECTION .... 3
STEERING COLUMN SWITCHES ............ 7
STEERING WHEEL ....................... 7
AIR BAG SERVICE AND TEST PROCEDURES
WARNING: THIS SYSTEM IS A SENSITIVE, COM-
PLEX ELECTRO-MECHANICAL UNIT. BEFORE AT-
TEMPTING TO DIAGNOSE, REMOVE OR INSTALL
THE AIR BAG SYSTEM COMPONENTS, YOU MUST
FIRST DISCONNECT AND ISOLATE THE NEGATIVE
(GROUND) BATTERY CABLE. FAILURE TO DO SO
COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL DEPLOYMENT
AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY. WHEN AN UNDEPLOYED AIR BAG ASSEMBLY
IS TO BE REMOVED FROM THE STEERING
WHEEL, DISCONNECT BATTERY GROUND CA-
BLE AND ISOLATE. ALLOW SYSTEM CAPACI-
TOR TO DISCHARGE FOR TWO MINUTES THEN
BEGIN AIR BAG SYSTEM COMPONENT RE-
MOVAL. Vehicles equipped with a Air Bag System must be
inspected every three years or 30,000 miles / 48,000
Km. To inspect system use Passive Restraint System
Diagnostic Procedures Manual. If the Air Bag Module Assembly is defective and
non-deployed, refer to Chrysler Motors current re-
turn list for proper handling procedures.
WARNING: REPLACE AIR BAG SYSTEM COMPO-
NENTS WITH CHRYSLER MOPAR TSPECIFIED RE-
PLACEMENT PARTS. SUBSTITUTE PARTS MAY
VISUALLY APPEAR INTERCHANGEABLE, BUT IN-
TERNAL DIFFERENCES MAY RESULT IN INFERIOR
OCCUPANT PROTECTION.
THE FASTENERS, SCREWS, AND BOLTS, ORIG-
INALLY USED FOR THE AIR BAG COMPO-
NENTS, HAVE SPECIAL COATINGS AND ARE
SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED FOR THE AIR BAG
SYSTEM. THEY MUST NEVER BE REPLACED
WITH ANY SUBSTITUTES. ANYTIME A NEW
FASTENER IS NEEDED, REPLACE WITH THE CORRECT FASTENERS PROVIDED IN THE SER-
VICE PACKAGE OR FASTENERS LISTED IN THE
PARTS BOOKS.
GENERAL INFORMATION
AIR BAG MODULE
The air bag module is the most visible part of the
system (Fig 1). It contains the air bag cushion and
its supporting components. The air bag module con-
tains a housing to which the cushion and inflator are
attached and sealed.
The inflator assembly is mounted to the back of the
module housing. When supplied with the proper elec-
trical signal the inflator assembly will produce a gas
and discharges it directly into the cushion. A protec-
tive cover is fitted to the front of the air bag module
and forms a decorative cover in the center of the
steering wheel. The air bag module is mounted di-
rectly to the steering wheel.
Fig. 1 Air Bag Passive Restraint System
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FRONT IMPACT SENSORS
The driver air bag system is a safety device de-
signed to reduce the risk of fatality or serious injury,
caused by a frontal impact of the vehicle. The impact sensors provide verification of the di-
rection and severity of the impact. Three impact sen-
sors are used. One is called a safing sensor. It is
located inside the diagnostic module which is
mounted on the floor pan, just forward of the center
console. The other two sensors are mounted on the
upper crossmember of the radiator closure panel on
the left and right side of the vehicle under the hood. The impact sensors are threshold sensitive switches
that complete an electrical circuit when an impact
provides a sufficient G force to close the switch. The
sensors are calibrated for the specific vehicle and re-
act to the severity and direction of the impact.
CLOCKSPRING
The clockspring is mounted on the steering column
behind the steering wheel, and is used to maintain a
continuous electrical circuit between the wiring har-
ness and the driver's air bag module. This assembly
consists of a flat ribbon-like electrically conductive
tape which winds and unwinds with the steering
wheel rotation.
DIAGNOSTIC MODULE
The Air Bag System Diagnostic Module (ASDM)
contains the safing sensor and energy reserve capac-
itor. The ASDM monitors the system to determine
the system readiness. The ASDM will store sufficient
energy to deploy the air bag for only two minutes af-
ter the battery is disconnected. If both front impact
sensors are open the air bag could be deployed up to
9.5 minutes after the battery is disconnected. The
ASDM contains on-board diagnostics, and will illumi-
nate the AIR BAG warning lamp in the cluster when
a fault occurs.
STORAGE
The air bag module must be stored in its original
special container until used for service. Additionally,
it must be stored in a clean, dry environment, away
from sources of extreme heat, sparks, and sources of
high electrical energy. Always place or store the
module on a surface with the trim cover facing up to
minimize movement in case of accidental deploy-
ment.
HANDLING LIVE MODULE
At no time should any source of electricity be per-
mitted near the inflator on the back of the module.
When carrying a live module, the trim cover should
be pointed away from the body to minimize injury in
the event of accidental deployment. In addition, if
the module is placed on a bench or other surface, the plastic trim cover should be face up to minimize
movement in case of accidental deployment. When handling a steering column with an air bag
module attached, never place the column on the floor
or other surface with the steering wheel or module
face down.
DEPLOYED MODULE
The vehicle interior may contain a very small
amount of sodium hydroxide powder, a byproduct of
air bag deployment. Since this powder can irritate
the skin, eyes, nose or throat, be sure to wear safety
glasses, rubber gloves and long sleeves during
cleanup (Fig. 2).
If you find that the cleanup is irritating your skin,
run cool water over the affected area. Also, if you ex-
perience nasal or throat irritation, exit the vehicle
for fresh air until the irritation ceases. If irritation
continues, see a physician.
CLEANUP PROCEDURE
Begin the cleanup by putting tape over the two air
bag exhaust vents (Fig. 3) so that no additional pow-
der will find its way into the vehicle interior. Then
remove the air bag and air bag module from the ve-
hicle. Use a vacuum cleaner to remove any residual pow-
der from the vehicle interior. Work from the outside
in so that you avoid kneeling or sitting in a un-
cleaned area. Be sure to vacuum the heater and A/C outlets as
well (Fig. 4). In fact it's a good idea to run the blower
on low and to vacuum up any powder expelled from
the plenum. You may need to vacuum the interior of
the car a second time to recover all of the powder. Place the deployed bag and module in your auto-
motive scrap.
Fig. 2 Wear Safety Glasses and Rubber Gloves
8M - 2 RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Ä

SERVICE OF DEPLOYED AIR BAG MODULE
After an air bag has been deployed, the air bag
module and clockspring must be replaced because
they cannot be reused. Other air bag system compo-
nents are replaced if damaged.
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE INSPECTION
Vehicles equipped with a Air Bag System must be
inspected every three years or 30,000 miles / 48,000
Km. The following items should be inspected. (1) Inspect components for damage or deteriora-
tion. (a) If the air bag module housing shows signs of
physical damage or abuse, replace the module. (b) Check that both front impact sensors are
properly installed to the upper crossmember of the
radiator closure panel. Repair as required.
(2) Check the air bag warning lamp for proper op-
eration as follows: (a) Turn ignition switch to the ON position, the
air bag warning lamp should light. If not, test the system using the DRB II and Passive Restraint
System Diagnostic Procedures Manual. Repair as
required.
(b) The air bag warning lamp lights, but fails to go
out after ten seconds. Test the system using the DRB
II and Passive Restraint System Diagnostic Proce-
dures Manual. Repair as required. (c) Erasing of fault codes is not required.
AIR BAG SYSTEM CHECK
WARNING: BEFORE BEGINNING ANY AIR BAG SYS-
TEM CHECK PROCEDURES, REMOVE AND ISOLATE
THE BATTERY NEGATIVE (-) CABLE (GROUND)
FROM THE VEHICLE BATTERY. THIS IS THE ONLY
SURE WAY TO DISABLE THE AIR BAG SYSTEM.
FAILURE TO DO THIS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDEN-
TAL AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PER-
SONAL INJURY.
WHEN AN UNDEPLOYED AIR BAG ASSEMBLY IS
TO BE REMOVED FROM THE STEERING WHEEL,
DISCONNECT BATTERY GROUND CABLE AND
ISOLATE. ALLOW SYSTEM CAPACITOR TO DIS-
CHARGE FOR TWO MINUTES, THEN BEGIN AIR
BAG REMOVAL. (1) Disconnect the battery negative cable and iso-
late. (2) Remove forward console or cover as necessary.
(3) Connect DRB II to ASDM diagnostic 6-way con-
nector, located at right side of module. (4) Turn the ignition key to ON position. Exit vehicle
with DRB II. Use the latest version of the proper
cartridge. (5) After checking that no one is inside the vehicle,
connect the negative battery cable. (6) Using the DRB II, read and record active fault
data. (7) Read and record any stored faults.
(8) Refer to the Passive Restraint Diagnostic Test
Manual if any faults are found in steps 6 and 7. (9) Erase stored faults if there are no active fault
codes. If problems remain, fault codes will not erase. (10) With the ignition key in the ON position, make
sure no one is in the vehicle. (11) From the passenger side of vehicle, turn the
ignition key to OFF then ON and observe the instru-
ment cluster air bag lamp. It should go on for 6 to 8
seconds, then go out; indicating system is functioning
normally. If air bag warning lamp either fails to light,
blinks on and off or goes on and stays on, there is
a system malfunction. Refer to the Passive Re-
straint Diagnostic Test Manual to diagnose the
problem.
Fig. 3 Seal the Air Bag Exhaust Vents
Fig. 4 Vacuum Heater and A/C Outlets
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