1996 CHRYSLER VOYAGER headlamp

CHARGING SYSTEM RESISTANCE TESTS
These tests will show the amount of voltage drop
across the generator output wire from the generator
output (B+) terminal to the battery positive post.
They will also show the amount of voltage drop from
the ground (-) terminal on the generator or case
ground (Fig. 1) to the battery negative post.
A voltmeter with a 0±18 volt DC scale should be
used for these tests. By repositioning the voltmeter
test leads, the point of high resistance (voltage drop)
can easily be found.
PREPARATION
(1) Before starting test, make sure battery is in
good condition and is fully-charged. See Group 8A,
Battery for more information.
(2) Check condition of battery cables at battery.
Clean if necessary.
(3) Start the engine and allow it to reach normal
operating temperature.
(4) Shut engine off.
(5) Connect an engine tachometer.
(6) Fully engage the parking brake.
TEST
(1) Start engine.
(2) Place heater blower in high position.
(3) Turn on headlamps and place in high-beam
position.
(4) Turn rear window defogger on.
(5) Bring engine speed up to 2400 rpm and hold.
(6) Testing (+ positive) circuitry:
(a) Touch the negative lead of voltmeter directly
to battery positivePOST(Fig. 2).
(b) Touch the positive lead of voltmeter to the
B+ output terminal stud on the generator (not the
terminal mounting nut). Voltage should be no
higher than 0.6 volts. If voltage is higher than 0.6
volts, touch test lead to terminal mounting stud
nut and then to the wiring connector. If voltage is
now below 0.6 volts, look for dirty, loose or poor
connection at this point. Also check condition of the
generator output wire-to-battery bullet connector.
Refer to Group 8, Wiring for connector location. A
voltage drop test may be performed at each (-
ground) connection in this circuit to locate the
excessive resistance.
(7) Testing (- ground) circuitry:
(a) Touch the positive lead of voltmeter directly
to battery negativePOST.
(b) Touch the negative lead of voltmeter to the
generator case. Voltage should be no higher than
0.3 volts. If voltage is higher than 0.3 volts, touch
test lead to generator case and then to the engine
block. If voltage is now below 0.3 volts, look for
dirty, loose or poor connection at this point. A volt-
age drop test may be performed at each connectionin this circuit to locate the excessive resistance.
This test can also be performed between the gener-
ator case and the engine. If test voltage is higher
than 0.3 volts, check for corrosion at generator
mounting points or loose generator mounting.
CURRENT OUTPUT TEST
The current output test will determine if the
charging system can deliver its minimum test cur-
rent (amperage) output. Refer to the Specifications
section at the end of this group for minimum test
current (amperage) requirements.
The first part of this test will determine the com-
bined amperage output of both the generator and the
Electronic Voltage Regulator (EVR) circuitry.
PREPARATION
(1) Determine if any Diagnostic Trouble Codes
(DTC) exist. To determine a DTC, refer to On-Board
Diagnostics in this group. For repair, refer to the
appropriate Powertrain Diagnostic Procedures man-
ual.
(2) Before starting test, make sure battery is in
good condition and is fully-charged. See Group 8A,
Battery for more information.
(3) Check condition of battery cables at battery.
Clean if necessary.
(4) Perform the Voltage Drop Test. This will
ensure clean and tight generator/battery electrical
connections.
(5) Be sure the generator drive belt is properly
tensioned. Refer to Group 7, Cooling System for
information.
(6) A volt/amp tester equipped with both a battery
load control (carbon pile rheostat) and an inductive-
type pickup clamp (ammeter probe) will be used for
this test. Refer to operating instructions supplied
with tester. When using a tester equipped with an
inductive-type clamp, removal of wiring at the gener-
ator will not be necessary.
(7) Start the engine and allow it to reach operating
temperature.
(8) Shut engine off.
(9) Turn off all electrical accessories and all vehicle
lighting.
(10) Connect the volt/amp tester leads to the bat-
tery. Be sure the carbon pile rheostat control is in the
OPEN or OFF position before connecting leads. See
Load Test in Group 8A, Battery for more information.
Also refer to the operating instructions supplied with
test equipment.
(11) Connect the inductive clamp (ammeter probe).
Refer to the operating instructions supplied with test
equipment.
(12) If volt/amp tester is not equipped with an
engine tachometer, connect a separate tachometer to
the engine.
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DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING (Continued)

INSTRUMENT PANEL AND SYSTEMS
CONTENTS
page page
GENERAL INFORMATION
INTRODUCTION......................... 1
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER................... 1
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES................ 2
HEADLAMP SWITCH..................... 2
SELF DIAGNOSTIC TEST.................. 2
TRACTION CONTROL SWITCH............. 17
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
BODY CONTROL MODULE (BCM).......... 18
CONVENIENCE BIN - CUP HOLDER......... 17
CONVENIENCE BIN LAMP................ 17
CONVENIENCE BIN TRACK............... 18
GLOVE BOX LAMP AND SWITCH.......... 19
GLOVE BOX LOCK STRIKER.............. 20
GLOVE BOX........................... 19
HEADLAMP SWITCH LAMP(S)............ 21
HEADLAMP SWITCH.................... 20
HVAC CONTROL LAMP.................. 21
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER BACK PANEL...... 21
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER BEZEL............ 21
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER ELECTRONIC
ODOMETER AND TRANSMISSION RANGE
INDICATOR.......................... 19
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER LAMPS........... 22
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER LENS - MECHANICAL
TRANSMISSION RANGE INDICATOR
(PRND21)........................... 19
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER LENS............. 22INSTRUMENT CLUSTER PRINTED CIRCUIT
BOARD.............................. 23
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER SUBDIAL.......... 23
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER SUBDIALÐ
MECHANICAL TRANSMISSION RANGE
INDICATOR.......................... 23
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WITH ELECTRONIC
TRANSMISSION RANGE INDICATOR...... 23
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WITH MECHANICAL
TRANSMISSION RANGE INDICATOR...... 24
INSTRUMENT PANEL LEFT END COVER..... 27
INSTRUMENT PANEL LOUVERS........... 27
INSTRUMENT PANEL RIGHT END COVER.... 29
INSTRUMENT PANEL TOP COVER.......... 29
INSTRUMENT PANEL.................... 25
JUNCTION BLOCK...................... 30
KNEE BLOCKER REINFORCEMENT......... 30
LOWER CONSOLE...................... 30
LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL............. 31
LOWER STEERING COLUMN COVER........ 31
MECHANICAL TRANSMISSION RANGE
INDICATOR.......................... 32
MESSAGE CENTER LAMP................ 32
MESSAGE CENTER...................... 32
OUTLET (12 VOLT) BASE................. 32
OVER STEERING COLUMN BEZEL.......... 32
POWER MIRROR SWITCH LAMP.......... 34
POWER MIRROR SWITCH................ 34
RADIO BEZEL AND HVAC CONTROL........ 34
REAR HEATER-A/C SWITCH LAMP......... 35
REAR HEATER-A/C SWITCH............... 35
TRACTION CONTROL SWITCH............. 35
GENERAL INFORMATION
INTRODUCTION
The instrumentation gauges on NS vehicles are
contained in a subdial assemblies within the instru-
ment cluster. The individual gauges are not serviced
separately. If one of the cluster gauges becomes
faulty the entire subdial would require replacement
and all gauges will have to be calibrated. Refer to the
proper Body Diagnostic Procedure Manual for cali-
bration procedures.
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
The mechanical instrument cluster with a tachom-
eter is equipped with a electronic vacuum fluorescent
transmission range indicator (PRND3L), odometer,
and trip odometer display.
The mechanical instrument cluster without a
tachometer is equipped with a cable operated trans-
mission range indicator (PRND21).
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The instrument cluster is equipped with the follow-
ing warning lamps.
²Lift Gate Ajar
²Low Fuel Level
²Low Windshield Washer Fluid Level
²Cruise
²Battery Voltage
²Fasten Seat Belt
²Door Ajar
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES
NS vehicle instrument clusters are equipped with a
self diagnostic test feature to help identify electronic
problems. Prior to any test, perform Self Diagnostic
Test. The self diagnostic system monitors the CCD
bus messages. If an electronic problem occurs, a
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) will be displayed in
the odometer window of the cluster.
The following CCD bus messages are continuously
monitored by the diagnostic system:
²Body Control Module
²Powertrain Control Module
²Transmission Control Module, if equipped
HEADLAMP SWITCH
Using a Digital Multimeter, equipped with a diode
test to perform the Headlamp Switch Test below (Fig.
1).
Switch position possibilities are open (no continu-
ity), continuity, resistance value in ohms, or diode
test. Use the values in the third column to determine
meter setting. If Headlamp Switch is not within spec-
ifications replace as necessary.
The Chrysler Town and Country is available with
optional Automatic Headlamps. For diagnosis, refer
to the proper Body Diagnostic Procedures Manual.
SELF DIAGNOSTIC TEST
To activate self diagnostic program:
(1) With the ignition switch in the OFF position,
depress the TRIP and RESET buttons.
(2) While holding the TRIP and RESET button
turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
(3) Continue to hold the TRIP and RESET buttons
until the word CODE appears in the odometer win-
dows (about five seconds) then release the buttons. If
a problem exists, the system will display Diagnostic
Trouble Codes (DTC's). If no problem exists, the code
999 (End Test) will momentarily appear.
DIM TEST
When CHEC-0 is displayed in the odometer win-
dow, the cluster's vacuum fluorescent (VF) displayswill dim down. If the VF display brightness does no
change, a problem exists in the cluster.
Fig. 1 Headlamp Switch Test
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DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION (Continued)

(4) Remove glove box lamp and switch.
(5) Remove lamp (Fig. 11).
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures.
GLOVE BOX LOCK STRIKER
REMOVAL
(1) Open glove box door (Fig. 12).
(2) Disengage clip holding checkstraps to glove box
door.
(3) Remove screws holding lock striker to instru-
ment panel.
(4) Remove glove box lock striker.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures.
HEADLAMP SWITCH
REMOVAL
(1) Remove instrument cluster bezel (Fig. 13).
(2) Remove screws holding the headlamp switch
bezel to cluster bezel.
(3) Disconnect the wire connectors from the head-
lamp switch and wire connector from the power mir-
ror switch.
(4) Remove headlamp switch bezel from cluster
bezel.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures.
Fig. 9 Glove Box
Fig. 10 Glove Box Lamp and Switch
Fig. 11 Glove Box Lamp
Fig. 12 Glove Box Lock Striker
Fig. 13 Headlamp Switch
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HEADLAMP SWITCH LAMP(S)
REMOVAL
(1) Remove instrument cluster bezel.
(2) Disconnect wire connectors.
(3) Remove headlamp switch bezel from instru-
ment cluster bezel.
(4) Rotate bulb socket counterclockwise one quar-
ter turn (Fig. 14).
(5) Pull bulb socket from headlamp switch.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures.
HVAC CONTROL LAMP
REMOVAL
(1) Remove radio bezel and HVAC Control (Fig.
15).
(2) Remove rear cover from HVAC control.
(3) Rotate bulb socket counterclockwise one quar-
ter turn.
(4) Pull bulb socket from HVAC.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER BACK PANEL
REMOVAL
(1) Remove instrument cluster.
(2) Remove screws holding back panel to instru-
ment cluster (Fig. 16).
(3) Remove back panel.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER BEZEL
REMOVAL
(1) Remove steering column cover.
(2) Remove over steering column bezel (Fig. 17).
(3) Remove left end cover.
(4) Remove screw at left end of cluster bezel and
headlamp switch.
Fig. 14 Headlamp Switch Lamp
Fig. 15 HVAC Control Lamps
Fig. 16 Instrument Cluster Back Panel
Fig. 17 Instrument Cluster Bezel
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(5) Remove screws holding cluster bezel to instru-
ment panel from each side of steering column.
(6) Disconnect clip holding cluster bezel to instru-
ment panel from above right vent louver.
(7) Separate cluster bezel from instrument panel.
(8) Disconnect wire connectors from back of the
bezel.
INSTALLATION
(1) Connect wire connectors into back of the bezel.
(2) Place cluster bezel in position on instrument
panel. Use care not to place hands on louvers.
(3) Connect clips to hold cluster bezel to instru-
ment panel. Use care not to add pressure on the A/C
louvers to seat the cluster bezel clips.
(4) Install screws to hold cluster bezel to instru-
ment panel on each side of steering column.
(5) Install screw at left end of cluster bezel and
headlamp switch.
(6) Install left end cover.
(7) Install over steering column bezel.
(8) Install lower steering column cover.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER LAMPS
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the instrument cluster. Refer to Instru-
ment Cluster Removal procedure.
(2) Locate the lamp (Fig. 18).
(3) Remove the lamps from cluster with a 1/4 turn
twist.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the procedures.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER LENS
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the instrument cluster.
(2) Remove the screws holding the lens to the
instrument cluster (Fig. 19).
(3) Remove the lens from cluster.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the procedures.
Fig. 18 Cluster Lamp Location
Fig. 19 Instrument Cluster Lens
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with traction control switch connect the wire pigtail
before engaging clips.
(2) Install the screws to hold the over steering col-
umn bezel to the cluster bezel.
(3) Install the lower column cover.
POWER MIRROR SWITCH
REMOVAL
(1) Remove instrument cluster bezel (Fig. 52).
(2) Disconnect wire connector from back of power
mirror switch.
(3) Disengage lock tabs above and below the mir-
ror switch.
(4) Pull power mirror switch from headlamp
switch bezel.
(5) Remove power mirror switch.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures.
POWER MIRROR SWITCH LAMP
REMOVAL
(1) Remove instrument cluster bezel (Fig. 53).
(2) Rotate bulb socket counterclockwise one quar-
ter turn.
(3) Pull bulb socket from back of power mirror
switch.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures.
RADIO BEZEL AND HVAC CONTROL
REMOVAL
(1) Remove convenience bin - cup holder. Refer to
Convenience Bin - Cup Holder Removal and Installa-
tion procedure in this section.(2) Insert the trim stick (special tool #C-4755)
between access cover and radio bezel, above conve-
nience bin - cup holder.
(3) Carefully pry the access cover from the instru-
ment panel (Fig. 54).
(4) Separate the access cover from the vehicle.
(5) Remove convenience bin - cup holder track.
Refer to Convenience Bin - Cup Holder Track
Removal and Installation procedures in this section.
(6) Remove the attaching screws holding bottom of
the bezel to instrument panel (Fig. 55).
(7) Remove the attaching screws holding top of the
bezel to the instrument panel.
(8) Remove the bezel from the instrument panel.
(9) Disconnect the wire connector from back of the
rear blower switch, if equipped.
(10) Disconnect the wire connector from the back
of the HVAC Control.
(11) Remove the bezel.
Fig. 52 Power Mirror Switch
Fig. 53 Power Mirror Switch Lamp
Fig. 54 Convenience Bin Access Cover
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INSTRUMENT PANEL AND SYSTEMS
CONTENTS
page page
GENERAL INFORMATION
INTRODUCTION........................ 1
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
HEADLAMP AND POWER MIRROR
SWITCH LAMP(S)..................... 1
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER................. 2
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES.............. 2
HEADLAMP SWITCH.................... 2
SELF DIAGNOSTIC TEST................. 3
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
ASH RECEIVER ± CONVENIENCE
BIN LAMP MODULE.................. 15
BODY CONTROL MODULE (BCM)......... 16
CIGAR LIGHTER BASE.................. 16
CONVENIENCE BIN.................... 15
CONVENIENCE BIN - CUP HOLDER....... 15
GLOVE BOX.......................... 17
GLOVE BOX LAMP AND SWITCH......... 17
GLOVE BOX LOCK STRIKER............. 17
HEADLAMP SWITCH................... 18
HEADLAMP SWITCH LAMP(S)........... 18
HVAC CONTROL LAMP................. 18
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER................ 20INSTRUMENT CLUSTER BACK PANEL..... 18
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER BEZEL.......... 18
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER LENS........... 19
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER PRINTED
CIRCUIT BOARD..................... 19
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER SUBDIAL........ 20
INSTRUMENT PANEL................... 20
INSTRUMENT PANEL LEFT END COVER.... 22
INSTRUMENT PANEL LOUVERS.......... 22
INSTRUMENT PANEL RIGHT END COVER . . 25
INSTRUMENT PANEL TOP COVER........ 24
JUNCTION BLOCK..................... 25
KNEE BLOCKER REINFORCEMENT........ 25
LOWER CONSOLE..................... 26
LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL............ 26
LOWER STEERING COLUMN COVER...... 27
MESSAGE CENTER.................... 27
OVER STEERING COLUMN BEZEL........ 28
POWER MIRROR SWITCH.............. 28
POWER MIRROR SWITCH LAMP......... 28
RADIO BEZEL AND HVAC CONTROL....... 29
REAR HEATER-A/C SWITCH............. 29
REAR HEATER-A/C SWITCH LAMP........ 29
GENERAL INFORMATION
INTRODUCTION
The instrumentation gauges on GS vehicles are
contained in a subdial assemblies within the instru-
ment cluster. The individual gauges are not serviced
separately. If one of the cluster gauges becomes
faulty the entire subdial would require replacement
and all gauges will have to be calibrated. Refer to the
proper Body Diagnostic Procedure Manual for cali-
bration procedures.
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
HEADLAMP AND POWER MIRROR SWITCH
LAMP(S)
The Headlamp Switch and Power Mirror Switch
lamps are shown in (Fig. 1). For replacement of the
lamp(s) refer to Headlamp Switch Lamp(s) Removal
and Installation procedures below. Refer to Group 8T,
Power Mirrors for mirror test procedures.
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