MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCH TESTING
PROCEDURESÐXJ
The multi-function switch contains electrical cir-
cuitry for:
²Headlamp Dimmer Switch.
²Passing Lights.
²Turn Signals.
²Hazard Warning.
²Windshield Wiper.
²Pulse Wiper.
²Windshield Washer.
This integrated switch is mounted to the left hand
side of the steering column. Should any function of
the switch fail, the entire switch must be replaced.
The multi-function switch also serves as a fog lamp
lock-out circuit. The circuit to the fog lamp switch is
completed only when the dimmer switch is in the low
beam position.
SWITCH TEST
(1) Disconnect battery negative cable.
(2) Remove lower instrument panel screws along
bottom edge of steering column (Fig. 1).
(3) Remove lower instrument panel/knee blocker.
(4) Remove tilt lever.
(5) Remove upper and lower column shrouds to
gain access to the switch connector (Fig. 2).
(6) Remove lower fixed column shroud.
(7) Loosen steering column upper bracket nuts. Do
not remove nuts.
(8) Move upper fixed column shroud to gain access
to rear of multi-function switch.
(9) Remove switch connector (Fig. 3 and 4).
Fig. 1 Lower Instrument Panel/Knee BlockerÐXJ
Vehicles
Fig. 2 Steering Column Shrouds
Fig. 3 Multi-function Switch Connector
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INSTALLATION
(1) Squeeze the tabs on the side of the fog lamp
switch and insert the switch in the instrument panel
cavity.
(2) Connect the wire harness connector to the
switch.
(3) Install the fog lamp switch cover.
(4) Position the bezel on the instrument panel and
install the attaching screws. Tighten the screws se-
curely.
MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCH SERVICE
PROCEDURESÐXJ
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect battery negative cable.
(2) Remove lower instrument panel screws along
bottom edge of steering column (Fig. 13).
(3) Remove lower instrument panel/knee blocker.
(4) Remove tilt lever.
(5) Remove both upper and lower lock shrouds
from column (Fig. 14).
(6) Remove lower fixed column cover.
(7) Loosen steering column upper bracket nuts. Do
not remove nuts.
(8) Move upper fixed column shroud to gain access
to rear of multi-function switch.
(9) Remove multi-function switch tamper proof
mounting screws (tamperproof torx bit Snap On
TTXR20B2 or equivalent required).
(10) Gently pull switch away from column. Loosen
connector screw. The screw will remain in the con-
nector.
(11) Remove connector from multi-function switch
(Fig. 15).
INSTALLATION
(1) Install wiring connector to switch and tighten
connector screw to 2 Nzm (17 in. lbs.).(2) Mount multi-function switch to column and
torque screws to 2 Nzm (17 in. lbs.).
(3) Position upper fixed column shroud.
(4) Tighten steering column upper bracket nuts to
12 Nzm (110 in. lbs.).
(5) Install lower fixed shroud and upper and lower
lock shrouds.
(6) Install tilt lever (tilt column only).
(7) Install battery negative cable.
(8) Check all functions of switch for proper opera-
tion.
Fig. 13 Lower Instrument Panel/Knee Blocker
Fig. 14 Steering Column Shrouds
Fig. 15 Multi-function Switch
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INSTALLATION
(1) Position the underhood lamp on the hood inner
panel.
(2) Install the attaching screw through the lamp
and into the hood panel. Tighten the screw securely.
(3) Insert a replacement bulb in the lamp base
socket and rotate it clockwise.
(4) Connect the wire harness connector to the
lamp.
SENTINEL HEADLAMP DELAY MODULEÐXJ
SERVICE INFORMATION
The Headlamp Module delays the de-activation of
the headlamps for 45615 seconds after the ignition
switch is turned OFF. The driver engages the module
by turning the ignition switch OFF, then turning the
headlamps OFF.
The headlamp delay module is located behind the
I/P next to the headlamp switch.
HEADLAMP DELAY MODULE REPLACEMENTÐXJ
The headlamp delay module is attached to the in-
side of the instrument panel to the right of the head-
lamp switch.
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the lower instrument panel.(2) Remove the screw that attaches the module to
the inside of the instrument panel.
(3) Disconnect the wire harness connector and re-
move the module from the instrument panel.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position the module inside the I/P and connect
the wire harness connector to the module.
(2) Install the screw that attaches the module to
the inside of the instrument panel.
(3) Remove the lower instrument panel.
HEADLAMP DELAY FUNCTION TROUBLE
DIAGNOSISÐXJ
DELAY FUNCTION INOPERATIVE
(1) Remove, inspect and test the HD LP DLY fuse.
Replace if defective.
(2) Remove the delay module from the I/P. Do not
disconnect the wire harness connector. Turn the igni-
tion switch to the RUN position. Place the headlamp
switch in headlamps ON position. Turn the ignition
to the OFF position for a resistance test.
(3) Measure the resistance from the delay module
terminal 4 to vehicle body ground. The ohmmeter
should indicate zero ohms. If not, repair the open cir-
cuit in the wire harness to vehicle body ground.
(4) Measure the voltage between the delay module
terminal 8 and vehicle body ground. The voltmeter
should indicate battery voltage. If not, repair the
open circuit in the wire harness to the instrument
cluster indicator connector terminal 14.
(5) Measure the voltage between the delay module
terminal 6 and vehicle body ground. The voltmeter
should indicate battery voltage. If not, repair the
open circuit in the wire harness to the headlamp
switch.
(6) Measure the voltage between the delay module
terminal 2 and vehicle body ground. The voltmeter
should indicate battery voltage. If not, repair the
open circuit in the wire harness to the fuse.Fig. 23 Underhood Lamp Components
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INTERIOR LAMPS
INDEX
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Dome Lamp ReplacementÐXJ............... 17
Dome/Courtesy Lamp Service InformationÐXJ . . . 16
Dome/Courtesy Lamp Trouble DiagnosisÐXJ.... 16Lighted Vanity Mirror Trouble DiagnosisÐXJ..... 16
Lighted Vanity MirrorÐXJ................... 16
Overhead ConsoleÐXJ..................... 17
DOME/COURTESY LAMP SERVICE
INFORMATIONÐXJ
Voltage is applied at all times via the dome lamp
fuse to each of the interior lamp bulbs. The interior
lamp bulbs illuminate when they are connected to
body ground via the switch:
²Headlamp switch.
²Glove box switch.
²Door pillar switch.
²Liftgate switch (if the cargo lamp is ON).
If equipped with Security Alarm Module, refer to
Group 8Q, Vehicle Theft Security System.
DOME/COURTESY LAMP TROUBLE DIAGNOSISÐ
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ALL LAMPS INOPERATIVE
(1) Rotate the headlamp switch rheostat clockwise.
The lamps should light. If not OK, remove, inspect
and test the dome lamp fuse. Replace if bad.
(2) If the fuse is OK, repair the open circuit in the
wire harness to vehicle body ground.
ONE LAMP INOPERATIVE
(1) Measure the resistance across the bulb holder
terminals. The ohmmeter should indicate zero ohms.
If not, replace the bulb.
(2) Measure the voltage between the voltage side
of the bulb holder and vehicle body ground. The volt-
meter should indicate battery voltage. If not, repair
the open circuit in the wire harness to the splice.
LAMPS INOPERATIVE WITH ONE OR MORE
DOORS OPENED
(1) Remove the inoperative switch from the door
pillar and connect the switch wire directly to ground.
The lamp should light.
(2) If not, check for an open circuit in black
(ground) wire. Repair as necessary. If lamps still do
not light, replace the switch.
LIGHTED VANITY MIRRORÐXJ
SERVICE INFORMATION
Both the driver and the front passenger sunvisor
can be equipped with a lighted vanity mirror. A lamplocated at each side of the vanity mirror. The lamps
are switched ON automatically when the mirror
cover is lifted (Fig. 1).
Voltage is applied directly to the vanity lamp bulbs
via the dome lamp fuse.
LIGHTED VANITY MIRROR TROUBLE
DIAGNOSISÐXJ
VANITY LAMPS INOPERATIVE
(1) Remove, inspect and test the dome lamp fuse.
Replace if defective.
(2) Test the dome lamp operation. If OK, go to the
next step. If not OK, repair the open circuit in the
wire harness from the splice.
(3) Measure the voltage between the pink wire on
the switch connector and vehicle body ground. The
voltmeter should indicate battery voltage. If not OK,
repair the open circuit in the wire harness from the
splice.
(4) Connect a jumper wire from the ground side of
the switch to a good vehicle body ground. Measure
the resistance to vehicle body ground. The ohmmeter
should indicate zero ohms. If not, repair the open cir-
cuit in the wire harness to vehicle body ground.
Fig. 1 Lighted Vanity Mirror
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LAMPS
CONTENTS
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BULB APPLICATIONÐYJ VEHICLES......... 32
GENERAL INFORMATION................. 19INTERIOR LAMPS....................... 31
SERVICE PROCEDURES.................. 22
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.
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURESÐYJ
When a vehicle experiences problems with the
headlamp system, verify the condition of the batteryconnections, 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.
Always begin any diagnosis by testing all of the
fuses and circuit breakers in the system. Refer to
Group 8W, Wiring Diagrams.
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HEADLAMP SWITCHÐYJ
To remove or replace the headlamp switch, refer to
Group 8E, Instrument Panel and Gauges.
FOG LAMP SWITCH REPLACEMENTÐYJ
REMOVAL
The fog lamp switch is located on the instrument
panel at the right of the steering column. The fog
lamp circuit relay is located below the left headlamp.
(1) Disconnect the battery negative cable.
(2) Remove the I/P shroud retaining screws (Fig. 9).
(3) Move the I/P shroud toward the steering wheel.
(4) Apply upward force to the I/P shroud and
downward force to the indicator panel. This will re-
lease the indicator panel holding tabs (Fig. 10).
(5) Remove the shroud from the instrument panel.
(6) Remove the fog lamp switch retaining screws.
(7) Disconnect the wire harness connector from the
fog lamp switch.
(8) Remove the fog lamp switch from the instru-
ment panel cavity.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position the fog lamp switch in the instrument
panel cavity and connect the wire harness connector
to the switch.
(2) Install the fog lamp switch retaining screws.
Tighten the screws securely.
(3) Position the I/P shroud under the steering col-
umn.
(4) Slide the indicator panel holding tabs into the
shroud notches.
(5) Place the assembled I/P shroud over the indica-
tor lamp foam gasket.The foam gasket located on the back side of
the indicator panel overlay is fragile. If it is ei-
ther torn or distorted, replace it.
(6) Install and tighten the indicator panel retain-
ing screws.
(7) Install the remaining shroud screws. Tighten
the screws securely.
(8) Connect the battery negative cable.
HEADLAMP DIMMER SWITCH REPLACEMENTÐYJ
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect battery negative cable.
(2) Remove the I/P shroud retaining screws (Fig.
11).
(3) Move the I/P shroud toward the steering wheel
and apply upward force to the I/P shroud and down-
ward force to the indicator panel. This will release
the indicator panel holding tabs (Fig. 12).
(4) Remove the shroud from the instrument panel.
(5) Support the A/C evaporator housing.
(6) Remove the A/C evaporator housing-to-instru-
ment panel screws (Fig. 13).
(7) Remove the A/C evaporator housing support
bracket screw.
(8) Remove the support and lower the A/C evapo-
rator housing.
(9) Disconnect the dimmer switch wire harness
connector.
(10) Tape the dimmer switch actuator rod to the
steering column.
Fig. 9 Instrument Panel Shroud
Fig. 10 Indicator Panel Holding Tabs
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(11) Remove the dimmer switch screws and detach
the switch from the rod.
INSTALLATION
(1) Force the dimmer switch onto the actuator rod
and install screws.DO NOT tighten the retaining
screws at this time.
(2) Remove the tape attaching the actuator rod to
the steering column.
(3) Adjust the dimmer switch as follows:²Compress the switch and insert a 3/32-inch diam-
eter drill bit into the adjustment hole (Fig. 14).
²The drill bit will prevent any horizontal movement
of the switch.
²Move the switch toward the steering wheel to re-
move any existing actuator rod lash.
²Tighten screws with 4 Nzm (35 in. lbs.) torque.
²Connect battery negative cable.
²Remove drill bit and test the switch operation.
²Re-adjust the switch, if necessary.
(4) Position the I/P shroud under the steering col-
umn.
(5) Slide the indicator panel holding tabs (Fig. 12)
into the shroud notches;
(6) Place the assembled I/P shroud over the indica-
tor lamp gasket.
(7) Install and tighten screws.
(8) Install and tighten remaining shroud screws.
Fig. 11 Instrument Panel Shroud
Fig. 12 Indicator Panel Holding Tabs
Fig. 13 A/C Evaporator Housing
Fig. 14 Headlamp Dimmer Switch Adjustment
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INTERIOR LAMPS
INDEX
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Dome/Courtesy Lamp Service InformationÐYJ . . . 31
Dome/Courtesy Lamp Trouble DiagnosisÐYJ.... 31Hardtop Dome/Cargo Lamp Bulb ReplacementÐYJ
Vehicles............................... 31
DOME/COURTESY LAMP SERVICE
INFORMATIONÐYJ
The dome/cargo and underpanel courtesy lamps are
controlled via ON/OFF switches. The ON/OFF
switches are in the lamp ground circuits. Voltage via
the dome/courtesy lamp fuse is applied directly to the
lamp bulbs. When either door is opened, the door pil-
lar switch contacts close and provide a direct path to
vehicle body ground.
The dome/cargo and underpanel courtesy lamps
can also be turned on via the interior lamp illumina-
tion rheostat.
DOME/COURTESY LAMP TROUBLE DIAGNOSISÐ
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ALL LAMPS INOPERATIVE FROM INTERIOR
LAMP ILLUMINATION RHEOSTAT
(1) Rotate the interior lamp illumination rheostat
in an upward direction. The lamps should light. If
not OK, remove, inspect and test the dome lamp
fuse. Replace if bad.
(2) If the fuse is OK, repair the open circuit in the
wire harness to vehicle body ground.
(3) If lamp still does not light, replace the switch.
ONE LAMP INOPERATIVE
(1) Measure the resistance across the bulb holder
terminals. The ohmmeter should indicate zero ohms.
If not, replace the bulb.
(2) Measure the voltage between the voltage side
of the bulb holder and vehicle body ground. The volt-
meter should indicate battery voltage. If not, repair
the open circuit in the wire harness to the splice.
LAMPS INOPERATIVE WITH ONE OR MORE
DOORS OPENED
(1) Remove the inoperative switch from the door
pillar and connect the switch wire directly to ground.
The lamp should light.(2) If not, check for an open circuit in black
(ground) wire. Repair as necessary. If lamps still do
not light, replace the switch.
HARDTOP DOME/CARGO LAMP BULB
REPLACEMENTÐYJ VEHICLES
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the dome/cargo lamp lens by squeezing
it at both sides. This will separate the lens retainer
tabs from the lamp housing shoulders (Fig. 1).
(2) Remove the lens from the lamp housing.
(3) Pull the bulb straight out to remove from the
bulb holder.
INSTALLATION
(1) Insert the replacement bulb in the bulb holder.
(2) Position lens at the lamp housing and force it
into the housing until the retainer tabs are seated.
Fig. 1 Hardtop Dome/Cargo Lamp
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