TURN SIGNAL AND FLASHERS
CONTENTS
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GENERAL INFORMATION
COMBINATION FLASHER.................. 1
INTRODUCTION......................... 1
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
COMBINATION FLASHER / DAYTIME
RUNNING LAMPS (DRL) MODULE......... 2
COMBINATION FLASHER FUNCTION......... 1DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
COMBINATION FLASHER WITH / WITHOUT
DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS MODULEÐ
CIRCUIT DIAGNOSTICS.................. 3
TURN SIGNAL MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCH.... 2
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
COMBINATION FLASHER WITH / WITHOUT
DRL MODULE........................ 11
MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCH............... 11
GENERAL INFORMATION
INTRODUCTION
The turn signals are actuated with a lever on the
left side of the steering column just ahead of the
steering wheel. The signals are automatically turned
off by a canceling cam (two lobes molded to the clock-
spring mechanism). The cam comes in contact with
the cancel actuator on the turn signal (multi-func-
tion) switch assembly. Either cam lobe, pushing on
the cancel actuator, returns the switch to the OFF
position.
Lane change signaling is actuated by applying par-
tial turn signal stalk movement toward the direction
desired until the indicator lamps flashes in the
instrument cluster. When the switch stalk is released
the stalk will spring back into the neutral position
turning OFF the turn signal.
With the ignition switch ON and the turn signal
switch stalk actuated left or right, current flows
through the:
²Combination flasher
²Multi-function switch
²Turn indicator lamp
²Front and rear turn signal bulbs.
A chime will sound after the vehicle has traveled a
distance of approximately 0.5 mile with the turn sig-
nal ON.
COMBINATION FLASHER
The Turn Signal/Hazard Warning Flasher is a
module providing the vehicle with turn signal and
hazard warning functions and has been designed
with internal relays to take advantage of low current
switching requirements in the vehicle. It is plugged
into the Junction Block at position 4 (Fig. 1), where
all wiring associated with its operation is terminated.The Junction Block is adjacent to and left of the
steering column of the vehicle.
To gain access to the flasher, remove the lower
steering column cover and knee blocker. Refer to
Group 8E, Instrument Panel and Systems for
removal procedures.
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
COMBINATION FLASHER FUNCTION
The Turn Signal/Hazard Warning Flasher is a
module providing turn signal, hazard warning func-
tions and has been designed with internal relays to
Fig. 1 Combination Flasher Location
NSTURN SIGNAL AND FLASHERS 8J - 1
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCH
WARNING: BEFORE SERVICING A STEERING COL-
UMN EQUIPPED WITH AN AIRBAG REFER TO
GROUP 8M, RESTRAINT SYSTEMS FOR PROPER
AND SAFE SERVICE PROCEDURES.
REMOVAL
(1) Release hood latch and open hood.
(2) Disconnect and isolate battery negative cable.
(3) Remove upper and lower steering column
shrouds, refer to Group 19, Steering for proper pro-
cedures.
(4) Disconnect wire connector from back of turn
signal multi-function switch (Fig. 6).
(5) Remove screws holding turn signal switch to
steering column adapter collar.
(6) Remove turn signal switch.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures. Ver-
ify switch operation by placing the control stalk in
either the right or left position and turning the steer-
ing wheel to ensure the automatic cancellation of the
switch.
COMBINATION FLASHER WITH / WITHOUT DRL
MODULE
REMOVAL
(1) Remove lower steering column cover.
(2) Remove knee blocker.(3) Pull combination flasher from junction block.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures.
Fig. 6 Turn Signal Multi-Function Switch
NSTURN SIGNAL AND FLASHERS 8J - 11
MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCH
To test the windshield wiper and washer portion of
the multi-function switch:
(1) Remove the multi-function switch, refer to
removal procedures.
(2) Using an ohmmeter check continuity reading
between switch pins, refer to (Fig. 1) for proper pin
numbers.
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCH
WARNING: BEFORE SERVICING A STEERING COL-
UMN EQUIPPED WITH AN AIRBAG REFER TO
GROUP 8M, RESTRAINT SYSTEMS FOR PROPER
AND SAFE SERVICE PROCEDURES.
REMOVAL
(1) Release hood latch and open hood.
(2) Disconnect and isolate battery negative cable.
(3) Remove upper and lower steering column
shrouds, refer to Group 19, Steering for proper pro-
cedures.
(4) Disconnect wire connector from back of turn
signal multi-function switch (Fig. 2).
(5) Remove screws holding turn signal switch to
steering column adapter collar.
(6) Remove turn signal switch.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures. Ver-
ify switch operation by placing the control stalk ineither the right or left position and turning the steer-
ing wheel to ensure the automatic cancellation of the
switch.
WINDSHIELD WASHER BOTTLE
REMOVAL
(1) Hoist and support vehicle on safety stands.
(2) Remove right front wheel, refer to Group 22,
Wheels and Tires for proper procedures and tighten-
ing sequences.
(3) Remove front wheelhouse splash shield.
(4) Disconnect wire connectors from the windshield
and rear window washer pumps (Fig. 3).
(5) If washer bottle has fluid in it place a suitable
drain pan under the hose connections.
Fig. 1 Windshield Wiper and Washer±Multi-Function
Switch Test
Fig. 2 Turn Signal Multi-Function Switch
Fig. 3 Windshield Washer Bottle
8K - 4 WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERSNS
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING (Continued)
ACM monitors the system to determine the system
readiness. The ACM contains on-board diagnostics
and will light the AIRBAG warning lamp in the mes-
sage center when a problem occurs.
The driver and passenger airbag system is a safety
device designed to reduce the risk of fatality or seri-
ous injury, caused by a frontal impact of the vehicle.
The impact sensor provides verification of the
direction and severity of the impact. One impact sen-
sor is used. It is located inside the Airbag Control
Module (ACM) which is mounted on a bracket, just
forward of the center console. The impact sensor is
an accelerometer that senses deceleration. The decel-
eration pulses are sent to a microprocessor which
contains a decision algorithm. When an impact is
severe enough to require airbag protection, the ACM
micro processor sends a signal that completes the
electrical circuit to the driver and passenger airbags.
The sensor is calibrated for the specific vehicle and
reacts to the severity and direction of the impact.
CLOCKSPRING
The clockspring is snapped into a plastic mounting
platform on the steering column behind the steering
wheel. The clockspring is used to maintain a contin-
uous electrical circuit between the wiring harness
and the driver's airbag module. This assembly con-
sists of a flat ribbon like electrically conductive tape
which winds and unwinds with the steering wheel
rotation.
DRIVER AND PASSENGER AIRBAG MODULES
The Driver Airbag Module is located in the center
of the steering wheel. The Passenger Airbag Module
is located in the instrument panel above the glove
box (Fig. 1). The Driver Airbag Module cover contains
the horn switch, inflator device, and a fabric bag. The
airbag cover/horn switch is serviced separately from
the inflator and bag components. Refer to Group 8G,
Horns for proper service procedure for horn switch.
The Passenger Airbag Module is serviced as an
assembly.
WARNING: WHEN THE AIRBAG SYSTEM IS
DEPLOYED BECAUSE OF A COLLISION, THE FOL-
LOWING MUST BE REPLACED:
²COMPLETE STEERING COLUMN ASSEMBLY
²LOWER STEERING COUPLER
²STEERING WHEEL
²STEERING COLUMN CLOCKSPRING
²DRIVER AIRBAG COVER/HORN SWITCH
²DRIVER AIRBAG MODULE
²PASSENGER AIRBAG MODULE
²UPPER INSTRUMENT PANEL WITH PAD
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
AIRBAG SYSTEM TEST
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
WARNING: DISCONNECT AND ISOLATE THE BAT-
TERY NEGATIVE CABLE BEFORE BEGINNING AIR-
BAG SYSTEM COMPONENT SERVICE
PROCEDURES. THIS WILL DISABLE THE AIRBAG
SYSTEM. FAILURE TO DISCONNECT THE BATTERY
COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOY-
MENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY. ALLOW
SYSTEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE FOR TWO
MINUTES BEFORE REMOVING AIRBAG COMPO-
NENTS.
(2) Connect scan tool (DRB) to Data Link connec-
tor, located at left 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 proper Body Diagnostic Procedures
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 airbag warning lamp either fails to
light, or goes on and stays on, there is a system
malfunction. Refer to the proper Body Diagnos-
tic Procedures Manual to diagnose the problem.
Fig. 1 Airbag Module Locations
8M - 2 RESTRAINT SYSTEMNS
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION (Continued)
CLOCKSPRING
WARNING: DISCONNECT AND ISOLATE THE BAT-
TERY NEGATIVE CABLE BEFORE BEGINNING AIR-
BAG SYSTEM COMPONENT SERVICE
PROCEDURES. THIS WILL DISABLE THE AIRBAG
SYSTEM. FAILURE TO DISCONNECT THE BATTERY
COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOY-
MENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY. ALLOW
SYSTEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE FOR TWO
MINUTES BEFORE REMOVING AIRBAG COMPO-
NENTS.
REMOVAL
(1) Position steering wheel and front wheels
straight ahead.
(2) Release hood latch and open hood.
(3) Disconnect and isolate battery negative cable.
Allow at least two minutes for the reserve capacitor
in the ACM to discharge.
(4) Remove driver airbag from steering wheel (Fig.
7).
(5) Disconnect wire connectors from back of airbag
module.
(6) Remove steering wheel (Fig. 8).
(7) Remove steering column shrouds (Fig. 9).
(8) Disconnect 2-way and 4-way connectors
between the clockspring and the instrument panel
wiring harness.
(9) Remove clockspring from housing assembly by
depressing the two tabs on the clockspring (Fig. 10)
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures. Do
not connect battery negative cable. Refer to Diagno-
sis and Testing for Airbag System Test procedures.
DRIVER AIRBAG MODULE
WARNING: DISCONNECT AND ISOLATE THE BAT-
TERY NEGATIVE CABLE BEFORE BEGINNING AIR-
BAG SYSTEM COMPONENT SERVICE
PROCEDURES. THIS WILL DISABLE THE AIRBAG
SYSTEM. FAILURE TO DISCONNECT THE BATTERY
COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOY-
MENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY. ALLOW
SYSTEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE FOR TWO
MINUTES BEFORE REMOVING AIRBAG COMPO-
NENTS.Fig. 7 Airbag/Horn Switch
Fig. 8 Steering Wheel
Fig. 9 Airbag Clockspring
NSRESTRAINT SYSTEM 8M - 5
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)
DEPLOYED MODULE
The Driver Airbag Module and Driver Airbag Cov-
er/Horn Pad are serviced separately from eachother.
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect battery negative cable. Allow at
least two minutes for the reserve capacitor in the
ACM to discharge.
(2) Clean powder residue from interior of vehicle,
refer to Cleanup Procedure.
(3) Remove three screws attaching Driver Airbag
Module to steering wheel (Fig. 7).
(4) Remove airbag module from steering wheel.
(5) Disconnect wire connectors from Airbag Mod-
ule, horn switch, and speed control switches.
(6) Adjust the steering wheel so that the tires are
in a straight ahead position. Remove steering wheel
(Fig. 8), refer to Group 19, Steering for proper proce-
dure.
(7) Disconnect the 2-way and 4-way connectors
between the clockspring and the instrument panel
wiring harness.
(8) Remove upper and lower steering column
shrouds.
(9) Remove clockspring from the housing assembly
by depressing the 2 tabs on the clockspring (Fig. 10).
(10) Remove screws holding speed control switches
to airbag cover and remove, if equipped.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures. Do
not connect battery negative cable. Refer to Diagno-
sis and Testing for Airbag System Test procedures.
UNDEPLOYED
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect battery negative cable. Allow at
least two minutes for the reserve capacitor in the
Airbag Control Module (ACM) to discharge.
(2) Remove screws attaching airbag/horn switch to
steering wheel (Fig. 7).
(3) Remove Driver Airbag Module from steering
wheel.
(4) Disconnect wire connectors from airbag mod-
ule, horn switch, and speed control switches, if
equipped.
(5) Remove screws holding vehicle speed control
switches to airbag cover and remove.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures and
do not connect battery negative cable. Do not connect
battery negative cable. Refer to Diagnosis and Test-
ing for Airbag System Test procedures.
PASSENGER AIRBAG
WARNING: DISCONNECT AND ISOLATE THE BAT-
TERY NEGATIVE CABLE BEFORE BEGINNING AIR-
BAG SYSTEM COMPONENT SERVICE
PROCEDURES. THIS WILL DISABLE THE AIRBAG
SYSTEM. FAILURE TO DISCONNECT THE BATTERY
COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOY-
MENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY. ALLOW
SYSTEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE FOR TWO
MINUTES BEFORE REMOVING AIRBAG COMPO-
NENTS.
DEPLOYED MODULE
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect and isolate battery negative cable.
Allow at least two minutes for the reserve capacitor
in the Airbag Control Module to discharge.
(2) Clean powder residue from interior of vehicle,
refer to Cleanup Procedure in this section.
(3) Remove instrument panel, refer to Group 8E,
Instrument Panel and Systems for proper proce-
dures.
(4) Remove all reusable components from the
upper instrument panel.
INSTALLATION
Transfer all reusable components to the new the
upper instrument panel.
(1) Install new Passenger Airbag Module into
instrument panel.
(2) Install airbag module attaching screws to the
instrument panel.
Fig. 10 Clockspring Locking Tabs
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)
(3) Install Instrument panel. Refer to Group 8E,
Instrument Panel and Systems for installation proce-
dures.
(4) Through access holes in instrument panel
above glove box opening, install screws holding air-
bag to back of panel.
(5) Install the bolts attaching forward airbag
mount to the instrument panel (Fig. 11).
(6) Connect yellow wire connector from passenger
airbag.
(7) Install the glove box.
(8) Install right front instrument panel speaker.
(9) Install instrument panel top cover.
(10) Do not connect battery negative cable. Refer
to Diagnosis and Testing for Airbag System Test pro-
cedures.
UNDEPLOYED
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect battery negative cable. Allow at
least two minutes for the reserve capacitor in the
ACM to discharge.
(2) Remove instrument panel top cover.
(3) Remove right front instrument panel speaker.
(4) Remove glove box.
(5) Disconnect yellow wire connector from passen-
ger airbag.
(6) Remove bolts attaching forward airbag mount
to the instrument panel
(7) Through access holes in instrument panel
above glove box opening, remove screws holding air-
bag to back of panel.
(8) Remove screws attaching airbag to upper
instrument panel.(9) Remove airbag from instrument panel through
top of instrument panel.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures. Do
not connect battery negative cable. Refer to Diagno-
sis and Testing for Airbag System Test procedures.
ADJUSTMENTS
CLOCKSPRING CENTERING PROCEDURE
If the rotating tape (wire coil) in the clockspring is
not positioned properly with the steering wheel and
the front wheels, the clockspring may fail. The fol-
lowing procedure MUST BE USED to center the
clockspring if it is not known to be properly posi-
tioned, or if the front wheels were moved from the
straight ahead position.
WARNING: DISCONNECT AND ISOLATE THE BAT-
TERY NEGATIVE CABLE BEFORE BEGINNING AIR-
BAG SYSTEM COMPONENT SERVICE
PROCEDURES. THIS WILL DISABLE THE AIRBAG
SYSTEM. FAILURE TO DISCONNECT THE BATTERY
COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOY-
MENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY. ALLOW
SYSTEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE FOR TWO
MINUTES BEFORE REMOVING AIRBAG COMPO-
NENTS.
(1) Adjust the steering wheel so that the tires are
in a straight ahead position.
(2) Disconnect and isolate battery negative cable.
Allow at least two minutes for the reserve capacitor
in the ACM to discharge.
(3) Remove Driver Airbag Module from steering
wheel.
(4) Disconnect wire connectors from back of airbag
module.
(5) Remove steering wheel.
(6) Depress the two plastic locking pins to disen-
gage lock mechanism (Fig. 10).
(7) With lock mechanism disengaged, rotate the
clockspring rotor clockwise until the rotor stops. Do
not apply excessive force.
(8) From the end of travel, rotate the rotor three
turns counterclockwise. The wires should end up at
the top. Release locking pins to engage clockspring
lock mechanism.
(9) Install steering wheel and airbag.
(10) Do not connect battery negative cable. Refer
to Diagnosis and Testing for Airbag System Test
procedures.
Fig. 11 Airbag Upper Attachment
NSRESTRAINT SYSTEM 8M - 7
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)
determine whether a valid key is in the ignition lock
cylinder.
The Smart Key transponder cannot be repaired
and, if faulty or damaged, it must be replaced.
SMART KEY IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR
LAMP
The Smart Key Immobilizer System (SKIS) indica-
tor lamp gives an indication when the SKIS is faulty
or when the vehicle has been immobilized due to the
use of an invalid ignition key. The lamp is controlled
by the instrument cluster circuitry based upon mes-
sages received from the Smart Key Immobilizer Mod-
ule (SKIM) on the Chrysler Collision Detection (CCD)
data bus.
The SKIM sends messages to the instrument clus-
ter to turn the lamp on for about three seconds when
the ignition switch is turned to the On position as a
bulb test. After completion of the bulb test, the SKIM
sends bus messages to keep the lamp off for a dura-
tion of about one second. Then the SKIM sends mes-
sages to the instrument cluster circuitry to turn the
lamp on or off based upon the results of the SKIS
self-tests. If the SKIS indicator lamp comes on and
stays on after the bulb test, it indicates that the
SKIM has detected a system malfunction and/or that
the SKIS has become inoperative. If the SKIM
detects an invalid key when the ignition switch is
turned to the On position, it sends messages to the
instrument cluster to flash the SKIS indicator lamp.
The SKIM can also send messages to the instru-
ment cluster to flash the lamp and to generate a sin-
gle audible chime tone. These functions serve as an
indication to the customer that the SKIS has been
placed in its ªCustomer Learnº programming mode.
See Smart Key Immobilizer System Transponder Pro-
gramming in this group for more information on the
ªCustomer Learnº programming mode.
The SKIS indicator lamp uses a replaceable incan-
descent bulb and bulb holder on the instrument clus-
ter electronic circuit board. Refer to Group 8E -
Instrument Panel Systems for diagnosis and service
of a faulty SKIS indicator lamp. If the SKIS indicator
lamp comes on and stays on after the bulb test func-
tion, diagnosis of the SKIS should be performed with
a DRB scan tool and the proper Diagnostic Proce-
dures manual.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
SMART KEY IMMOBILIZER 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.
NOTE: The following tests may not prove conclu-
sive in the diagnosis of this system. The most reli-
able, efficient, and accurate means to diagnose the
Smart Key Immobilizer System involves the use of a
DRB scan tool. Refer to the proper Diagnostic Pro-
cedures manual for the procedures.
The Smart Key Immobilizer System (SKIS) and the
Chrysler Collision Detection (CCD) data bus network
should be diagnosed using a DRB scan tool. The DRB
will allow confirmation that the CCD data bus is
functional, that the Smart Key Immobilizer Module
(SKIM) is placing the proper messages on the CCD
data bus, and that the Powertrain Control Module
(PCM) and the instrument cluster are receiving the
CCD data bus messages. Refer to the proper Diag-
nostic Procedures manual for the procedures. Refer
to 8W-30 - Fuel/Ignition System in Group 8W - Wir-
ing Diagrams for complete circuit descriptions and
diagrams.
(1) Check the fuses in the fuseblock module. If OK,
go to Step 2. If not OK, repair the shorted circuit or
component as required and replace the faulty fuse.
(2) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable. Unplug the wire harness connector at the
SKIM. Check for continuity between the ground cir-
cuit cavity of the SKIM wire harness connector and a
good ground. There should be continuity. If OK, go to
Step 3. If not OK, repair the open circuit to ground
as required.
(3) Connect the battery negative cable. Check for
battery voltage at the fused B(+) circuit cavity of the
SKIM wire harness connector. If OK, go to Step 4. If
not OK, repair the open circuit to the fuse in the
fuseblock module as required.
NS/GSVEHICLE THEFT/SECURITY SYSTEMS 8Q - 3
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION (Continued)