1997 DODGE NEON check engine

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Circuit Z12 which supplies ground for the PCM
high current drivers, has the same termination point
as circuit Z11. The termination point is the left side
of the radiator closure panel.
If the system loses ground for the ganged circuits,
at the left side of the radiator closure panel, the vehi-
cle will not operate. Check the connection at the
ganged ground circuit eyelet.
DATA LINK CONNECTOR
Circuit A14 supplies battery voltage to the univer-
sal data link connector. Circuit A14 originates in the
Power Distribution Center (PDC) and connects to a
battery fed bus bar. A 20 amp fuse protects circuit
A14.
A twisted pair of wires, circuits D1 and D2, from
the Airbag Control Module (ACM) connect to the uni-
versal data link connector.
Ground circuit Z12 splices to two cavities of the
data link connector. The Z12 circuit also connects to
cavities 10 and 50 of the PCM connector.
Circuit D20 connects to cavity 75 of the PCM and
to the universal data link connector. Circuit D20 is
the SCI receive circuit for the PCM.
Circuit D21 connects to cavity 65 of the PCM and
to the universal data link connector. Circuit D21 is
the SCI transmit circuit for the PCM. The D21 cir-
cuit splices to the ABS module.
HELPFUL INFORMATION
The grounding point for circuit Z12 is the left side
of the radiator closure panel.
Circuit Z12 also supplies ground for the PCM high
current drivers and has the same termination point
as circuit Z11.
If the system loses ground for the ganged circuits
at the left side radiator closure panel the vehicle will
not operate. Check the connection at the ganged
ground circuit eyelet.
AUTOMATIC SHUT DOWN RELAY
The Automatic Shut Down (ASD) relay is located
in the Power Distribution Center (PDC). Power for
the coil and contact side of the relay is supplied on
circuit A14. This circuit is HOT at all times and pro-
tected by a 20 amp fuse located in the PDC.
The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) controls the
ground path for the coil side of the relay on circuit
K51. This circuit connects to cavity 67 of the PCM.
When the PCM supplies the ground path on circuit
K51 the contacts in the relay CLOSE connecting cir-
cuits A14 and A142. The A142 circuit is spliced and
supplies power to the generator, fuel injectors, PCM,
ignition coil, and heated oxygen sensors.
HELPFUL INFORMATION
²Refer to group 14 Fuel System, for additional
information.
²Check the 20 amp fuse located in the PDC.
FUEL PUMP MOTOR
Circuit A14 is a bus bar in the Power Distribution
Center (PDC) and connects to battery voltage. The
contact side of the fuel pump relay connects circuit
A14 and circuit A141. A 20 amp fuse in the PDC pro-
tects circuits A14 and A142.
Circuit A141 supplies voltage for the fuel pump
motor. Circuit Z1 provides ground for the fuel pump
motor. The grounding point for circuit Z1 is the right
rear wheel house.
Circuit F12 supplies voltage to the coil side of the
fuel pump relay. The Powertrain Control Module
(PCM) controls the ground path circuit for the coil
side of the fuel pump relay on circuit K31. Circuit
K31 connects to cavity 74 of the PCM.
HELPFUL INFORMATION
Circuit F12 originates in the fuse block where it
connects to a bus bar fed by circuit A21. In the
START and RUN position, the ignition switch con-
nects circuit A1 from the PDC to circuit A21. A 30
amp fuse in the PDC protects circuits A1 and A21.
Circuit F12 splices to feed the ABS control module,
EGR solenoid, Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) sole-
noid, leak detection pump, and the EVAP/Purge sole-
noid.
Circuit F12 also connects to a bus bar in the PDC.
The bus bar supplies voltage to the coil side of radi-
ator fan relay and A/C clutch relay, as well as the
fuel pump relay.
VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR
Circuit K7 supplies 8 volts from the Powertrain
Control Module (PCM) to the Vehicle Speed Sensor
(VSS). The K7 circuit connects to cavity 44 of the
PCM connector.
Circuit G7 from the VSS provides an input signal
to the PCM. The G7 circuit connects to cavity 66 of
the PCM connector.
The PCM provides ground for the VSS signal (cir-
cuit G7) through circuit K4. Circuit K4 connects to
cavity 43 of the PCM connector.
HELPFUL INFORMATION
Circuit G7 splices to the speedometer and odome-
ter in the instrument cluster.
Circuit K7 splices to supply 8 volts to the camshaft
position sensor and crankshaft position sensor.
Circuit K4 splices to supply ground for the signals
from the following:
²Upstream heated oxygen sensor
²Downstream heated oxygen sensor
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There are four wheel speed sensors, one at each
wheel. The sensors use a tone wheel to determine
wheel speed. Input to the Controller Anti Lock Brake
(CAB) is done on the following circuits. All of these
circuits are a twisted pair.
B8 and B9 for the left front wheel (cavity 8 and
cavity 9).
B6 and B7 for the right front wheel (cavity 6 and
cavity 7).
B3 and B4 for the left rear wheel (cavity 3 and cav-
ity 4).
B1 and B2 for the right rear wheel (cavity 1 and
cavity 2).
BRAKE SWITCH INPUT
Circuit L50 is an input to the Controller Anti Lock
Brake (CAB). The L50 connects to cavity 13 of the
CAB connector. Circuit L50 is spliced in with the
stop lamps and is used to provide the CAB with
information on when the brakes are being applied.
DATA LINK CONNECTOR
Circuit D21 is used for diagnostics of a fault with
the ABS system. It is spliced in with the Powertrain
Control Module (PCM) circuits and used as an output
from the Controller Anti Lock Brake (CAB). Circuit
D21 connects to cavity 51 of the CAB connector.
HELPFUL INFORMATION
²Check the 15 amp fuse located in cavity 10 of
the fuse block.
²Check the 40 amp fuse located in the PDC.
²Check for a good ground at the left headlamp
ground.
²Check the case ground on the CAB
²Refer to the appropriate section of the service
manual, or the Diagnostic Test Procedures Manual.
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INDEX
page
SCHEMATICS AND DIAGRAMS........................................................... 1
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION.......................................................... 7
Component Page
ABS Relay Box......................8W-40-5
Airbag Control Module................8W-40-5
Airbag Warning Lamp.................8W-40-5
Anti-Lock Warning Lamp..............8W-40-5
Brake Warning Lamp.................8W-40-5
Brake Warning Lamp Switch...........8W-40-5
Charge Indicator Lamp................8W-40-5
Check Engine Lamp..................8W-40-6
Cluster Illumination Lamps............8W-40-2
Controller Anti-Lock Brake.............8W-40-5
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge......8W-40-6
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor......8W-40-6
Engine Oil Pressure Switch............8W-40-6
Fuel Gauge.........................8W-40-6
Fuel Pump Module...................8W-40-6
Fuse 9 (FB).........................8W-40-2
Fuse 11 (FB)........................8W-40-6
Fuse 13 (PDC).......................8W-40-3
Fuse Block........................8W-40-2, 6
G101..............................8W-40-5
G204..............................8W-40-6
Headlamp Dimmer And Optical
Horn Switch......................8W-40-2
Headlamp Switch..................8W-40-2, 3
High Beam Indicator Lamp.............8W-40-2
Instrument Cluster...........8W-40-2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Key-In Switch.......................8W-40-3Component Page
Left Front Door Jamb Switch...........8W-40-3
Left Park/Turn Signal Lamp............8W-40-4
Left Repeater Lamp..................8W-40-4
Left Turn Indicator Lamp..............8W-40-4
Low Oil Pressure Lamp...............8W-40-6
Park Brake Switch...................8W-40-5
Power Distribution Center.............8W-40-3
Powertrain Control Module.........8W-40-3, 5, 6
Right Park/Turn Signal Lamp...........8W-40-4
Right Repeater Lamp.................8W-40-4
Right Turn Indicator Lamp.............8W-40-4
S107..............................8W-40-5
S112 ..............................8W-40-4
S116 ..............................8W-40-4
S127..............................8W-40-5
S201..............................8W-40-6
S203..............................8W-40-3
S207..............................8W-40-4
S208..............................8W-40-5
S209..............................8W-40-2
S210..............................8W-40-2
S212..............................8W-40-4
Seat Belt Warning Lamp...............8W-40-5
Turn Signal/Hazard Switch.............8W-40-4
Vehicle Speed Sensor..................8W-40-3
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FUEL
LEVEL
SENSOR
SIGNAL
INSTRUMENT
CLUSTER
G5
20
DB/WT
G20
22
VT/YL
G20
20
VT/YL
G20
20
VT/YL
G4
20
DB
G4
20
DB
Z3
16
BK/OR
Z3
14
BK/OR
G6
22
GY
G6
20
GY
G6
18
GY
S201
SWITCH PRESSURE
OIL
ENGINE
BLOCK
FUSE
G4
20
DB
G204
8C161
4C103
1C28C1
6C230
3C160
23
10C25C1
1
10
31
POWERTRAIN
CONTROL
MODULE
FUEL
PUMP
MODULE SENSOR TEMPERATURE
COOLANT
ENGINE
3G4
18
DB
C1609
C10311
BK/PK20 G3
BK/PK22 G3
BK/PK20 G3
MODULE CONTROL
POWERTRAIN
8
3C2
CHECK
ENGINE
LAMP
DRIVER
C
6
C160
7C103
4C2
5A FUSE
11
SENSOR
SIGNAL
ENGINE
COOLANT
TEMPERATURE
GAUGELAMP ENGINE
CHECK
FUEL
GAUGE
LAMP PRESSURE
OIL
LOW FUEL
TANK
SENDING
UNIT
DB/WT20 G5
6
NO
CONNECTIONG4
20
DB
7C105
C2
C2
(8W-15-7)(8W-11-2)
(8W-15-7)(8W-30-10)
(8W-30-10) (8W-30-7)
(8W-30-11) (8W-11-10)(8W-10-12)
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The speedometer and odometer receive their infor-
mation on the G7 circuit from the Vehicle Speed Sen-
sor (VSS) on vehicles equipped with the manual or
3±spd automatic transmission. This circuit also pro-
vides a signal to the Powertrain Control Module
(PCM).
Logic internal to the cluster steps the odometer at
a high rate to indicate the proper mileage.
SERVICE ENGINE SOON LAMP
The Service Engine Soon lamp illuminates when
the ignition switch is in the ON position and prior to
starting the vehicle. The lamp will turn off after the
vehicle is started.
If while the vehicle is running a problem is
detected in the engine control system the lamp is
illuminated. This is accomplished by the Powertrain
Control Module (PCM) grounding the G3 circuit.
SEAT BELT WARNING INDICATOR
The fasten seat belt indicator is used with the
warning chime to indicate to the operator to fasten
the seat belt. There is a switch located in the drivers
side B-pillar that is normally OPEN with the seat
belt buckled.
If the seat belt is not buckled the switch CLOSES
and a ground path is completed from the G10 circuit
to the Z1 circuit. This will illuminate the lamp in the
instrument cluster.
When the ignition switch is moved to the START
position the lamp will illuminate. Logic internal to
the instrument cluster determines the length of time.
LOW FUEL LAMP
The low fuel lamp is used to indicate to the opera-
tor that the fuel level is below a predetermined level.
This lamp is logic driven by the instrument cluster.
When the instrument cluster determines a low fuel
condition based on an input from the fuel tank gauge
level sending unit (circuit G4) it illuminates the
lamp.
HEADLAMP ON CHIME
The headlamp ON chime is used to indicate to the
operator that the headlamps or parking lamps are
ON when the drivers door is OPEN. If the lamps are
ON and the drivers door is opened, a ground path is
completed from the G26 circuit at the cluster,
through the headlamp switch, to the G16 circuit and
ending at the door ajar switch. The door ajar switch
is case grounded.
KEY-IN CHIME
The key-in chime is used to indicate to the opera-
tor that the key is in the ignition with the driversdoor OPEN. If the key is in the ignition and the driv-
ers door is OPEN, a ground path is completed from
the G26 circuit at the cluster, through the CLOSED
key-in switch, to the G16 circuit and terminating at
the door ajar switch which is case grounded.
CHARGE INDICATOR LAMP
The Charge Indicator lamp is used to alert the
operator that the charging system voltage has fallen
below the normal operating range. This circuit is con-
trolled by the Powertrain Control Module (PCM).
When the PCM determines a problem, it grounds the
G12 circuit.
AIRBAG WARNING LAMP
The Airbag Warning lamp is used to alert the oper-
ator of a problem with the Airbag system. The lamp
is illuminated when the Airbag Control Module
(ACM) grounds the R41 circuit. Refer to the appro-
priate section of the Service Manual or Diagnostic
Test Procedures Manual to diagnosis this system.
LOW OIL PRESSURE LAMP
The low oil pressure lamp is used to indicate to the
operator that the engine oil pressure has dropped
below a predetermined pressure. Power for the lamp
is provided on the G5 circuit which also powers the
other warning lamps.
When the oil pressure is low the normally OPEN
oil pressure switch CLOSES completing a path to
ground on circuit G6. The oil pressure switch is case
grounded to the engine block.
HIGH BEAM INDICATOR LAMP
The High Beam Indicator Lamp is used to indicate
to the operator that the high beam headlamps are
ON. Power is supplied to the cluster on the L3 cir-
cuit. Ground is provided on the Z3 circuit.
Circuit L3 connects from the headlamp dimmer
switch to the instrument cluster.
RIGHT AND LEFT TURN SIGNAL INDICATORS
These lamps are used to indicate to the operator
which turn signal is ON. Power for the lamps comes
from the turn signal switch. The L60 circuit is for the
right turn indicator, and the L61 circuit is used for
the left turn signal indicator. Ground for the circuits
is provided on the Z3 circuit.
BRAKE WARNING INDICATOR LAMP
The Brake Warning Indicator lamp is used to alert
the operator of a problem with the vehicles braking
system. The lamp illuminates when the ignition
switch is turned to START position to perform a self
check.
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they are wired in parallel form. A parking brake
switch located on the parking brake mechanism will
illuminate the lamp if the normally OPEN switch is
CLOSED. This switch is case grounded.
The other switch used is the brake warning lamp
switch. This switch is normally OPEN. When the
brake system pressure is below a predetermined level
the switch CLOSES and completes a path to ground
from the G9 circuit at the cluster, through the
switch, to the left headlamp ground.
ANTI-LOCK WARNING LAMP
The Anti-Lock warning lamp is used to alert the
driver of a problem in the ABS system. When the
ABS controller determines a problem in the system it
grounds the G19 circuit and illuminates the lamp.
HELPFUL INFORMATION
²Check the 5 amp fuse in cavity 11 of the fuse
block.
²Check the 4 amp fuse in cavity 12 of the fuse
block.
²Check the Ignition-Off Draw fuse in the PDC.
²Check for a good ground at the instrument panel
left center support.
²For additional diagnostic tests refer to the
appropriate section of the Service Manual.
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DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
HORNS
The horn system is powered by a 15 amp fuse
located in the Power Distribution Center (PDC)
which is HOT at all times on circuit F31. This circuit
supplies voltage to the coil and contact side of the
horn relay.
When the operator presses the horn switch, a
ground path is completed on the coil side of the horn
relay through the switch. The horn relay, located in
the PDC, then CLOSES the relay contacts. Voltage is
passed through the CLOSED relay contacts on circuit
X2 to the horn. Grounding for the horn is on the Z1
circuit to the left headlamp ground which is located
on the left side of the radiator closure panel.
HELPFUL INFORMATION
²Check the 15 amp fuse in the PDC.²Press the horn switch and listen for the horn
relay to click. A clicking relay indicates voltage is
present up to the switch.
²Check for a good ground at the left headlamp
ground.
CIGAR LIGHTER
The cigar lighter in this vehicle uses a cigar lighter
relay and a cigar lighter element. Power for the cigar
lighter relay is supplied by two sources.
Power for the coil side of the relay is supplied by
circuit F13. This circuit is protected by a 20 amp fuse
located in the fuse block. Power for the contact side
of the relay is supplied on circuit F38. The F38 cir-
cuit is protected by a 15 amp fuse.
Ground for the cigar lighter element and relay is
supplied on circuit Z1.
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circuit C6 is used for M2 speed operation.
Blower motor HIGH speed operation is accom-
plished on the C7 circuit which supplies battery volt-
age directly to the blower motor. There are no
resistors used in the HIGH speed mode.
HELPFUL INFORMATION
²Check the 30 amp fuse located in the PDC for
the radiator fan motor
²Check the 15 amp fuse located in cavity 10 of
the fuse block for the A/C compressor clutch relay
²Check the 10 amp fuse located in the PDC for
the A/C compressor clutch relay.
²Check the 25 amp fuse located in cavity 7 of the
fuse block for the blower motor.
²Check the right headlamp ground located at the
right fender side shield.
²Check the left headlamp ground located on the
left side of the radiator closure panel.
²On vehicles equipped with A/C check the refrig-
erant level. The system will not operate with a low
level of refrigerant.
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DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION (Continued)