bracket behind the junction block/body control mod-
ule (Fig. 5).
REMOTE RADIO SWITCHES
A remote radio control switch option is available on
LXI models sold in North America with the AM/FM/
cassette/5-band graphic equalizer with CD changer
control feature (RBN sales code), or the AM/FM/CD/
cassette/3-band graphic equalizer (RAZ sales code)
radio receivers. Two rocker-type switches are
mounted on the back (instrument panel side) of the
steering wheel spokes. The switch on the left spoke is
the seek switch and has seek up, seek down, and pre-
set station advance functions. The switch on the
right spoke is the volume control switch and has vol-
ume up, and volume down functions (Fig. 6).
These switches are resistor multiplexed units that
are hard-wired to the Body Control Module (BCM)
through the clockspring. The BCM sends the propermessages on the Chrysler Collision Detection (CCD)
data bus network to the radio receiver. For diagnosis
of the BCM or the CCD data bus, the use of a DRB
scan tool and the proper Diagnostic Procedures man-
ual are recommended. For more information on the
operation of the remote radio switch controls, refer to
the owner's manual in the vehicle glove box.
NAME BRAND SPEAKER RELAY
Relay is located in the junction block. To test relay
refer to the Audio Diagnostic Test Procedures or use
a known good relay.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
ANTENNA
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
BAGS, REFER TO GROUP 8M - PASSIVE
RESTRAINT SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY
STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR
INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR
SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
INJURY.
The following four tests are used to diagnose the
antenna with an ohmmeter:
²Test 1- Mast to ground test
²Test 2- Tip-of-mast to tip-of-conductor test
²Test 3- Body ground to battery ground test
²Test 4- Body ground to coaxial shield test.
The ohmmeter test lead connections for each test
are shown in Antenna Tests (Fig. 7).
NOTE: This model has a two-piece antenna coaxial
cable. Tests 2 and 4 must be conducted in two
steps to isolate a coaxial cable problem; from the
coaxial cable connection under the right end of the
instrument panel near the right cowl side panel to
the antenna base, and then from the coaxial cable
connection to the radio chassis connection.
TEST 1
Test 1 determines if the antenna mast is insulated
from the base. Proceed as follows:
(1) Unplug the antenna coaxial cable connector
from the radio chassis and isolate.
(2) Connect one ohmmeter test lead to the tip of
the antenna mast. Connect the other test lead to the
antenna base. Check for continuity.
(3) There should be no continuity. If continuity is
found, replace the faulty or damaged antenna base
and cable assembly.
Fig. 5 Choke Location
Fig. 6 Remote Radio Switch Operational View
NSAUDIO SYSTEMS 8F - 3
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION (Continued)
TEST 2
Test 2 checks the antenna for an open circuit as
follows:
(1) Unplug the antenna coaxial cable connector
from the radio chassis.
(2) Connect one ohmmeter test lead to the tip of
the antenna mast. Connect the other test lead to the
center pin of the antenna coaxial cable connector.
(3) Continuity should exist (the ohmmeter should
only register a fraction of an ohm). High or infinite
resistance indicates damage to the base and cable
assembly. Replace the faulty base and cable, if
required.
TEST 3
Test 3 checks the condition of the vehicle body
ground connection. This test should be performed
with the battery positive cable removed from the bat-
tery. Disconnect both battery cables, the negative
cable first. Reconnect the battery negative cable and
perform the test as follows:
(1) Connect one ohmmeter test lead to the vehicle
fender. Connect the other test lead to the battery
negative post.
(2) The resistance should be less than (1) ohm.
(3) If the resistance is more than (1) ohm, check
the braided ground strap connected to the engine and
the vehicle body for being loose, corroded, or dam-
aged. Repair the ground strap connection, if required.
TEST 4
Test 4 checks the condition of the ground between
the antenna base and the vehicle body as follows:(1) Connect one ohmmeter test lead to the vehicle
fender. Connect the other test lead to the outer crimp
on the antenna coaxial cable connector.
(2) The resistance should be less then (1) ohm.
(3) If the resistance is more then (1) ohm, clean
and/or tighten the antenna base to fender mounting
hardware.
AUDIO SYSTEM
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
BAGS, REFER TO GROUP 8M - PASSIVE
RESTRAINT SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY
STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR
INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR
SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
INJURY.
RADIO
If the vehicle is equipped with remote radio
switches located on the backs of the steering wheel
spokes, and the problem being diagnosed is related to
one of the symptoms listed below, be certain to check
the remote radio switches and circuits as described
in this group, prior to attempting radio diagnosis or
repair.
²Stations changing with no remote radio switch
input
²Radio memory presets not working properly
²Volume changes with no remote radio switch
input
²Remote radio switch buttons taking on other
functions
²CD player skipping tracks
²Remote radio switch inoperative.
For circuit descriptions and diagrams, refer to
Group 8W - Wiring Diagrams.
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
BAGS, REFER TO GROUP 8M - PASSIVE
RESTRAINT SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY
STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR
INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR
SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
INJURY.
CAUTION: The speaker output of the radio is a
ªfloating groundº system. Do not allow any speaker
lead to short to ground, as damage to the radio
may result.
Fig. 7 Antenna Tests
8F - 4 AUDIO SYSTEMSNS
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING (Continued)
(1) Check the fuse(s) in the junction block and the
Power Distribution Center (PDC). If OK, go to Step
2. If not OK, repair the shorted circuit or component
as required and replace the faulty fuse(s).
(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) Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
Check for battery voltage at the fuse in the junction
block. If OK, go to Step 4. If not OK, repair the open
circuit to the ignition switch as required.
(4) Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
Remove the instrument cluster center bezel. Remove
the radio, but do not unplug the wire harness connec-
tors. Check for continuity between the radio chassis
and a good ground. There should be continuity. If
OK, go to Step 5. If not OK, repair the open radio
chassis ground circuit as required.
(5) Connect the battery negative cable. Turn the
ignition switch to the ON position. Check for battery
voltage at the fused ignition switch output circuit
cavity of the left (gray) radio wire harness connector.
If OK, go to Step 6. If not OK, repair the open circuit
as required.
(6) Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
Check for battery voltage at the fused B(+) circuit
cavity of the left (gray) radio wire harness connector.
If OK, replace the faulty radio. If not OK, repair the
open circuit to the Ignition-Off Draw (IOD) fuse as
required.
REMOTE RADIO SWITCHES
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
BAGS, REFER TO GROUP 8M - PASSIVE
RESTRAINT SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY
STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR
INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR
SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
INJURY.
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable. Wait two minutes for the airbag system capac-
itor to discharge before further service.
(2) Remove the remote radio switch(es) from the
steering wheel.
(3) Use an ohmmeter to check the switch resis-
tance as shown in the Remote Radio Switch Test
table (Fig. 8).
NOTE: The right remote radio switch back is white
in color. The left switch back is black in color. The
right/left remote radio switch orientation is with the
steering wheel installed, and driver in drivers seat.(4) If the switch resistance checks OK, go to Step
5. If not OK, replace the faulty switch.
(5) Check for continuity between the ground cir-
cuit cavity of the switch wire harness connector and
a good ground. There should be continuity. If OK, go
to Step 6. If not OK, repair the open circuit as
required.
(6) Unplug the 24-way white wire harness connec-
tor from the Body Control Module (BCM). Check for
continuity between the radio control circuit cavity of
the remote radio switch wire harness connector and a
good ground. There should be no continuity. If OK, go
to Step 7. If not OK, repair the short circuit as
required.
(7) Check for continuity between the radio control
circuit cavities of the remote radio switch wire har-
ness connector and the BCM wire harness connector.
There should be continuity. If OK, refer to the proper
Diagnostic Procedures manual to test the BCM and
the CCD data bus. If not OK, repair the open circuit
as required.
Fig. 8 Remote Radio Switches
REMOTE RADIO SWITCH TEST
SWITCH POSITION RESISTANCE
VOLUME UP 7320 OHMS
VOLUME DOWN 1210 OHMS
SEEK UP 4530 OHMS
SEEK DOWN 2050 OHMS
PRE-SET STATION ADVANCE 10 OHMS
8F - 6 AUDIO SYSTEMSNS
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING (Continued)
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
ANTENNA MAST AND CABLE LEAD
REMOVAL
(1) Remove glove box from instrument panel, refer
to Group 8E, Instrument Panel and Systems for
proper procedures.
(2) Disconnect antenna cable connector from exten-
sion cable (Fig. 9).
(3) Remove right kick trim panel.
(4) Disengage rubber grommet insulator from door
hinge pillar.
(5) Pull antenna cable through hinge pillar into
open between door hinges.
(6) Hoist and support vehicle on safety stands.
(7) Remove front wheel, refer to Group 22, Wheel
and Tries for proper procedures and tightening refer-
ences.
(8) Remove front wheelhouse splash shield, refer
to Group 23, Body for proper procedures.
(9) Slide the plastic sleeve up on antenna mast for
access to mast. Remove antenna mast from antenna
base (Fig. 10).
(10) Remove plastic cap from the cap nut. Using
cap nut tool, remove cap nut holding antenna base to
front fender (Fig. 11).
(11) Remove antenna base from under front fender.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedure.
ANTENNA EXTENSION CABLE
REMOVAL
(1) Remove glove box.
(2) Disconnect extension cable end from antenna
cable end (Fig. 9).
(3) Disconnect cable hanger clip from HVAC unit.
(4) Remove radio as necessary to gain access to
extension cable.
(5) Disconnect extension cable from back of radio.
(6) Remove extension cable from vehicle.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedure.
Fig. 9 Antenna Cable
Fig. 10 Antenna Mast
NSAUDIO SYSTEMS 8F - 7
RADIO/TAPE/CD PLAYER
REMOVAL
(1) Remove HVAC switch bezel, refer to Group 8E,
Instrument Panel and Systems for proper procedure.
(2) Remove screws holding radio to instrument
panel (Fig. 12).
(3) Pull radio rearward to gain access to back of
radio (Fig. 13).
(4) Remove bolt holding ground strap to back of
radio.
(5) Disconnect antenna cable from back of radio.
(6) Disconnect the wire connectors from back of
radio.
(7) Remove radio from vehicle.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedure.
INSTRUMENT PANEL SPEAKER
INSTALLATION
(1) Remove instrument panel top cover.
(2) Remove screws holding speaker to instrument
panel and remove speaker (Fig. 14) or (Fig. 15).
(3) Remove anti rocking finger screw.
(4) Disconnect wire connector from speaker.
(5) Remove speaker.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedure.
Fig. 11 Antenna Cap Nut
Fig. 12 Radio
Fig. 13 Radio Connectors
Fig. 14 Left Instrument Panel Speaker
8F - 8 AUDIO SYSTEMSNS
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)
FRONT DOOR SPEAKER
REMOVAL
(1) Remove front door trim panel as necessary to
gain access to door speaker. Refer to Group 23, Body
for proper procedures.
(2) Remove screws holding speaker to bracket (Fig.
16).
(3) Remove speaker from bracket.
(4) Disconnect wire connector from speaker.
(5) Remove speaker.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedure.
REMOTE RADIO SWITCHES
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
BAGS, REFER TO GROUP 8M - PASSIVE
RESTRAINT SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY
STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR
INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR
SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
INJURY.
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable. Wait two minutes for the airbag system capac-
itor to discharge before further service.
(2) From the underside of the steering wheel,
remove the (3) bolts that secure the driver side air-
bag module to the steering wheel.
(3) Pull the airbag module away from the steering
wheel far enough to access the wire harness connec-
tors on the back of the airbag module.
(4) Unplug the airbag module and horn switch
wire harness connectors from the back of the airbag
module.
(5) Remove the driver side airbag module from the
vehicle.
(6) Remove the steering wheel from the steering
column. Refer to Group 19±Steering, for service pro-
cedure.
(7) Unplug the wire harness connector from the
remote radio switch (s).
(8) Remove three screws securing steering wheel
rear cover. Refer to Group 19, Steering for serivce
procedure.
(9) Remove the remote radio switch from the steer-
ing wheel by depressing tabs on each side of switch..
NOTE: The right remote radio switch back is white
in color. The left switch back is black in color. The
right/left remote radio switch orientation is with the
steering wheel installed, and driver in drivers seat.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedure. The
switches can only be installed one way. Be careful to
index them correctly before pressing them into place.
Tighten the airbag module mounting screws to 10.2
N´m (90 in. lbs.).
Fig. 15 Right Instrument Panel Speaker
Fig. 16 Front Door Speaker
NSAUDIO SYSTEMS 8F - 9
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)
²Depressing the OFF switch
²Depressing the CANCEL switch.
NOTE: Depressing the OFF switch or turning off
the ignition switch will erase the set speed stored
in the PCM.
For added safety,the speed control system is pro-
grammed to disengaged for any of the following con-
ditions:
²An indication of Park or Neutral
²An rpm increase without a VSS signal increase
(indicates that the clutch has been disengaged)
²Excessive engine rpm (indicates that the trans-
mission may be in a low gear)
²The VSS signal increases at a rate of 10 mph
per second (indicates that the co-efficient of friction
between the road surface and tires is extremely low)
²The VSS signal decreases at a rate of 10 mph
per second (indicates that the vehicle may have
decelerated at an extremely high rate)
²If the actual speed is not within 20 mph of the
set speed
The previous disengagement conditions are pro-
grammed for added safety.
Once the speed control has been disengaged,
depressing the ACCEL switch when speed is greater
than 25 mph restores the vehicle to the target speed
that was stored in the PCM.
NOTE: Depressing the OFF switch will erase the
set speed stored in the PCM's RAM.
While the speed control is engaged, the driver can
increase the vehicle speed by depressing the ACCEL
switch. The new target speed is stored in the PCM
when the ACCEL is released. The PCM also has a
9tap-up9feature in which vehicle speed increases at a
rate of approximately 2 mph for each momentary
switch activation of the ACCEL switch. The PCM
also provides a means to decelerate without disen-
gaging speed control. To decelerate from an existing
recorded target speed, depress and hold the COAST
switch until the desired speed is reached, then
release the switch.
The individual switches cannot be repaired. If one
switch fails, the entire switch module must be
replaced.
AUTOMATIC SPEED CONTROL OVERSPEED
REDUCTION
Transmission control software includes an auto-
matic speed control overspeed reduction feature. This
maintains vehicle speed at the selected set point
when descending a grade.
The Transmission Control Module (TCM) first
senses that the speed control is set. If the set speedis exceeded by more than 4 mph (6.5 km/hr) and the
throttle is closed, the TCM causes the transaxle to
downshift to THIRD gear. After downshifting, the
automatic speed control resumes normal operation.
To ensure that an upshift is appropriate after the set
speed is reached, the TCM waits until the speed con-
trol system opens the throttle at least 8 degrees
before upshifting to OVERDRIVE again.
If the driver applies the brakes, canceling auto-
matic speed control operation with the transaxle still
in THIRD gear, the TCM maintains this gear until
the driver opens the throttle at least 8 degrees to
avoid an inappropriate upshift. The upshift is also
delayed for 0.5 seconds after reaching the 8 degrees
throttle opening in anticipation that the driver might
open the throttle enough to require THIRD gear.
This will avoid unnecessary and disturbing transmis-
sion cycling. If the automatic speed control RESUME
feature is used after braking, the upshift is delayed
until the set speed is achieved to reduce cycling and
provide better response.
STOP LAMP SWITCH
Vehicles equipped with the speed control option use
a dual function stop lamp switch. The switch is
mounted on the brake pedal mounting bracket under
the instrument panel. The PCM monitors the state of
the dual function stop lamp switch. Refer to Group 5,
Brakes for more information on stop lamp switch ser-
vice and adjustment procedures.
SERVO CABLE
The speed control servo cable is connected between
the speed control vacuum servo diaphragm and the
throttle body control linkage. This cable causes the
throttle control linkage to open or close the throttle
valve in response to movement of the vacuum servo
diaphragm.
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE
The speed control electronic control circuitry is
integrated into the Powertrain Control Module
(PCM). The PCM is located in the engine compart-
ment. The PCM speed control functions are moni-
tored by the On-Board Diagnostics (OBD). All OBD-
sensed systems are monitored by the PCM. Each
monitored circuit is assigned a Diagnostic Trouble
Code (DTC). The PCM will store a DTC in electronic
memory for any failure it detects. See On-Board
Diagnostic Tests in this group for more information.
The PCM cannot be repaired and must be replaced if
faulty.
USE THE DRB SCAN TOOL TO REPROGRAM
THE NEW PCM WITH THE VEHICLES ORIGI-
NAL IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) AND
THE ORGINAL VEHICLES MILAGE. IF THIS
8H - 2 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL SYSTEMNS
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION (Continued)
STEP IS NOT DONE A DIAGONSTIC TROUBLE
CODE (DTC) MAY BE SET.
VACUUM RESERVOIR
The reservoir contains a one-way check valve to
trap engine vacuum in the reservoir. When engine
vacuum drops, as in climbing a grade while driving,
the reservoir supplies the vacuum needed to main-
tain proper speed control operation. The vacuum res-
ervoir cannot be repaired and must be replaced if
faulty.
VEHICLE SPEED AND DISTANCE
The 4 speed automatic Transmission Control Mod-
ule (TCM) supplies the speed input to the PCM. The
PCM determines acceleration rates. The speed con-
trol software in the PCM uses vehicle speed and
acceleration to control to the set speed.
Vehicles with a 3 speed automatic or manual trans-
mission have a vehicle speed sensor (VSS) mounted
to an adapter near the transmission output shaft.
The sensor is driven through the adapter by a speed-
ometer pinion gear. The VSS pulse signal is moni-
tored by the PCM to determine vehicle speed and to
maintain speed control set speed. Refer to the appro-
priate Powertrain Diagnostic Procedures manual for
diagnosis and testing of this component. Refer to
group 14, Fuel System for Removal/Installation
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
ROAD TEST
Perform a vehicle road test to verify reports of
speed control system malfunction. The road test
should include attention to the speedometer. Speed-
ometer operation should be smooth and without flut-
ter at all speeds.
Flutter in the speedometer indicates a problem
which might cause surging in the speed control sys-
tem. The cause of any speedometer problems should
be corrected before proceeding. Refer to Group 8E,
Instrument Panel and Gauges for speedometer diag-
nosis.
If a road test verifies a surge following a set and
the speedometer operates properly see ªOvershoot/
Undershoot on speed control setº.
If a road test verifies an inoperative system, and
the speedometer operates properly, check for:
²A Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC). If a DTC
exists, conduct tests per the Powertrain Diagnostic
Procedures service manual.
²A misadjusted brake (stop) lamp switch. This
could also cause an intermittent problem.
²Loose or corroded electrical connections at the
servo. Corrosion should be removed from electricalterminals and a light coating of Mopar Multipurpose
Grease, or equivalent, applied.
²Leaking vacuum reservoir.
²Loose or leaking vacuum hoses or connections.
²Defective one-way vacuum check valve.
²Secure attachment at both ends of the speed
control servo cable.
²Smooth operation of throttle linkage and throttle
body air valve.
²Conduct electrical test at PCM.
²Failed speed control servo. Do the servo vacuum
test.
CAUTION: When test probing for voltage or conti-
nuity at electrical connectors, care must be taken
not to damage connector, terminals or seals. If
these components are damaged, intermittent or
complete system failure may occur.
OVERSHOOT/UNDERSHOOT FOLLOWING SPEED
CONTROL SET
If the operator repeatedly presses and releases the
set button with their foot off of the accelerator (a ªlift
foot setº to begin speed control operation), the vehicle
may accelerate and exceed the desired set speed by
up to 5 MPH (8 km/h) and then decelerate to less
than the desired set speed before finally achieving
the desired set speed.
The Speed Control has an adaptive strategy that
compensates for vehicle-to-vehicle variations in speed
control cable lengths. When the speed control is set
with the vehicle operators foot off of the accelerator
pedal, the speed control thinks there is excessive
speed control cable slack and adapts. If the lift foot
sets are continually used, the speed control over-
shoot/undershoot condition will develop.
To ªunlearnº the overshoot/undershoot condition,
the vehicle operator has to press and release the set
button while maintaining the desired set speed with
the accelerator pedal (not decelerating or accelerat-
ing), and then turn the cruise control switch to the
OFF position (or press the CANCEL button if
equipped) after waiting 10 seconds. This procedure
must be performed approximately 10±15 times to
completely unlearn the overshoot/undershoot condi-
tion.
CHECKING FOR DIAGNOSTIC CODES
When trying to verify a speed control system elec-
tronic malfunction: Connect a DRB scan tool if avail-
able to the data link connector. The connector is
located at left side of the steering column, and at
lower edge of the panel.
(1) A speed control malfunction may occur without
a diagnostic code being indicated.
NSVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM 8H - 3
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION (Continued)