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(3) Install electrical connectors to ignition switch.
(4) Install upper and lower shrouds.
(5) Install key cylinder (cylinder retaining tab will
depress only in the RUN position).
(6) Connect negative cable to battery.
(7) Check for proper operation of ignition switch
and key-in warning switch.
LOCK KEY CYLINDER
The lock cylinder is inserted in the end of the
housing opposite the ignition switch. The ignition key
rotates the cylinder to 5 different detentes (Fig. 45):
²Accessory
²Off (lock)
²Unlock
²On/Run
²Start
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect negative cable from battery.
(2) Place key cylinder in RUN position. Through
the hole in the lower shroud, depress lock cylinder
retaining tab and remove key cylinder.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install key in lock cylinder. Turn key to run
position (retaining tab on lock cylinder can be
depressed).
(2) The shaft at the end of the lock cylinder aligns
with the socket in the end of the housing. To align
the socket with the lock cylinder, ensure the socket is
in the Run position (Fig. 46).
(3) Align the lock cylinder with the grooves in the
housing. Slide the lock cylinder into the housing
until the tab sticks through the opening in the hous-
ing.
(4) Turn the key to the Off position. Remove the
key.
(5) Connect negative cable to battery.
Fig. 43 Removing Ignition Switch
Fig. 44 Ignition Switch Installation
Fig. 45 Ignition Lock Cylinder Detentes
Fig. 46 Socket in Lock Cylinder Housing
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)

INSTRUMENT PANEL AND SYSTEMS
CONTENTS
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GENERAL INFORMATION
INTRODUCTION......................... 1
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
DOME LAMP............................ 1
ELECTRONIC DIGITAL CLOCK.............. 1
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER................... 2
WARNING AND INDICATOR LAMPS......... 2
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
AIRBAG WARNING SYSTEM............... 2
BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING LAMP TEST...... 2
FOG LAMP SWITCH TEST................. 2
FUEL TANK SENDING UNIT TEST........... 3
HEADLAMP SWITCH TEST................. 3
HEATER A/C BLOWER SWITCH TEST........ 3
HEATER BLOWER SWITCH TEST............ 3
INDIVIDUAL GAUGE INOPERATIVE.......... 4
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND COMPONENTS.... 4
LOW OIL PRESSURE WARNING LAMP TEST . . 4
MULTIPLE GAUGE INOPERATIVE TEST....... 4
SEAT BELT REMINDER SYSTEM TEST....... 6
SENDING UNIT......................... 6
SERVICE ENGINE SOON INDICATOR......... 6
VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR TEST............. 6
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
ASH RECEIVER RETAINER AND LAMP....... 6
CENTER BEZEL.......................... 6
CIGAR LIGHTER RECEPTACLE.............. 6
CLUSTER LAMP......................... 7
CLUSTER PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD........ 7CLUSTER.............................. 7
DOME LENS/LAMP....................... 8
FLOOR CONSOLE........................ 8
GAUGE................................ 8
GLOVE BOX DOOR/BIN................... 8
GLOVE BOX SWITCH/LAMP................ 9
HEADLAMP SWITCH..................... 9
HEATER A/C CONTROL BLOWER SWITCH . . . 10
HEATER A/C CONTROL LAMP............ 10
HEATER A/C CONTROL................... 9
HEATER CONTROL BLOWER SWITCH....... 10
IGNITION KEY LAMP.................... 10
INSTRUMENT PANEL.................... 10
LEFT TRIM PANEL...................... 10
ODOMETER............................ 10
RADIO................................ 12
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER AND/OR FOG
LAMP SWITCH....................... 12
RIGHT TRIM PANEL..................... 12
SHIFTER KNOB......................... 13
STEERING COLUMN COVER LINER......... 13
STEERING COLUMN COVER.............. 13
STEERING COLUMN SHROUDS............ 13
TOP COVER AND CLUSTER BEZEL
REMOVAL........................... 14
TRANSMISSION RANGE INDICATOR LAMP . . 14
TRUNK LAMP/LENS..................... 14
VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR................ 14
GENERAL INFORMATION
INTRODUCTION
The purpose of the dash gauges and indicator
lamps is to keep the driver informed about the oper-
ating condition of the vehicle. If an abnormal condi-
tion occurs, the driver is informed by indicator lamp.
The driver can seek service before damage occurs.
Indicator lamps use ON/OFF switch functions for
operation, while gauges use a sending unit or sensor.
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
DOME LAMP
The Dome Lamp operates when a door is open or
when the headlamp switch is placed in courtesy posi-
tion.
ELECTRONIC DIGITAL CLOCK
The electronic digital clock is in the radio. The
clock and radio each use the display panel built into
the radio. A digital readout indicates the time in
hours and minutes whenever the ignition switch is in
the ON or ACC position.
PLINSTRUMENT PANEL AND SYSTEMS 8E - 1

HEATER A/C CONTROL BLOWER SWITCH
The switch is not serviced, replace heater A/C con-
trol. Refer to the Heater A/C Control Removal and
Installation.
HEATER A/C CONTROL LAMP
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the Heater A/C Control. Refer to the
Heater A/C Control Removal.
(2) Remove the two center knobs by pulling the
knob rearward.
(3) Replace the lamp.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures.
HEATER CONTROL BLOWER SWITCH
The switch is not serviced, replace the heater con-
trol. Refer to the A/C Heater Control Removal and
Installation.
IGNITION KEY LAMP
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the steering column cover. Refer to
Steering Column Cover Removal.
(2) Disconnect the lamp hood from the base panel.
(3) Remove the lamp socket from hood and replace
the lamp.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures.
INSTRUMENT PANEL
REMOVAL
CAUTION: Disconnect battery negative cable, in
engine compartment, before servicing instrument
panel.
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
(2) Remove the floor console. Refer to Floor Con-
sole Removal.
(3) Remove the right and left cowl side trim pan-
els (Fig. 19).
(4) Remove the steering column cover and liner.
(5) Remove the top cover and cluster bezel assem-
bly.
(6) Remove the right and left trim panel.
(7) Remove the defroster upper duct by lifting it
up.
(8) Remove the center outlet duct by pulling rear-
ward.(9) Disconnect the Heater A/C Control, by remov-
ing the control cables clips with a screwdriver and
remove the wire connector.
CAUTION: Lock the steering wheel in the straight
ahead position. This will prevent clockspring dam-
age when the steering wheel rotates freely.
(10) Disconnect the steering column at the bottom
slap together joint.
(11) Disconnect the ATX shifter interlock cable at
the shifter, if equipped.
(12) Disconnect the instrument panel wiring as
required.
(13) Remove the four attaching screws at the cen-
ter floor pan bracket (Fig. 20).
(14) Remove the four attaching screws at steering
column.
(15) Remove the four cowl top nuts.
(16) Remove the attaching screws from the left
and right lower cowl side bracket (Fig. 21).
(17) Remove the two attaching screws from the left
upper cowl side and one from the right upper cowl
side.
(18) Pull the instrument panel rearward away
from the dash/plenum.
(19) Remove the instrument panel from vehicle.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures.
LEFT TRIM PANEL
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the top cover and cluster bezel (Fig.
19).
(2) Remove the steering column cover.
(3) Remove the two attaching screws along the
bottom and the one at the top of the trim panel and
pull rearward to remove.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures.
ODOMETER
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the instrument panel top cover and
cluster bezel.
(2) Remove the four screws attaching cluster to
instrument panel (Fig. 22).
(3) Remove the cluster.
(4) Remove the screws attaching PC board cover to
cluster.
(5) Disconnect the odometer connector from the
printed circuit board.
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(2) Lift up the top cover and cluster bezel until the
clips disengage and separate to provide clearance
(Fig. 25).
(3) Rotate the ignition key cylinder to run/on posi-
tion. Insert a screw driver into the access hole at the
bottom of lower shroud to release the ignition key
cylinder.
(4) Pull out the ignition key cylinder.
(5) Remove the three lower to upper shroud
attaching screws through the bottom of the lower
shroud.
(6) Separate the upper and lower shrouds.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures.
TOP COVER AND CLUSTER BEZEL REMOVAL
REMOVAL
(1) Use care not to scratch the panel. Lift up on
the bottom outer areas of the cluster bezel and alongthe rearward edge of the top cover to disengage the
clips (Fig. 24).
(2) Pull the top cover and cluster bezel rearward
until the forward pins disengage from the instrument
panel.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures,
making sure that the forward pins engage the index
holes in the instrument panel. Position spring clips
in instrument panel and push firmly until seated.
TRANSMISSION RANGE INDICATOR LAMP
REMOVAL
(1) Raise the floor console (Fig. 16).
(2) Remove the attaching screw from each of the
two forward cup holders of the floor console. Remove
the screws at the rear of the console or inside of the
armrest console bin.
(3) Pull the parking brake lever all the way up.
(4) Lift the floor console at the rear high enough to
gain access to the lamp and socket.
(5) Remove the indicator lamp socket from bezel to
replace the lamp.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures.
TRUNK LAMP/LENS
REMOVAL
The trunk lamp snaps into the rear shelf panel
reinforcement under/below the package shelf.
(1) Remove the socket assembly by reaching up
above the sheet metal. Push the snap inward and
downward and remove the assembly.
(2) Remove the lamp from socket and pull the
socket from the lens. Replace as necessary.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures.
VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR
For Vehicle Soeed Sensor Removal and Installa-
tion, refer to Group 14±Fuel Systems for service
procedures.
Fig. 25 Upper/Lower Shroud
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the plunger reaches the end of its travel. A ratchet-
ing sound will be heard during this procedure.
Connect the wiring harness to the switch. Mount
the switch into the bracket by holding the switch
with the plunger facing forward in car. There is an
index key on the switch that mates with the bracket
slot at the top of the square hole. Align key and push
switch into square hole in bracket while depressing
the brake pedal. Once the switch is seated in the
hole, rotate clockwise approximately 30 degrees to
lock into place. The switch will automatically adjust
when the pedal is released. Pull back on the pedal to
assure correct adjustment.
SPEED CONTROL SERVO CABLE
REMOVAL
(1) Remove throttle control shield.
(2) Remove throttle clasp from the throttle body
lever.
(3) Remove speed control cable from throttle lever
by sliding clasp out hole used for throttle cable.
(4) Compress the retaining tabs on the cable and
slide cable out of bracket.
(5) Disconnect electrical connector from servo.
(6) Disconnect vacuum hose from servo
(7) Remove 2 nuts retaining bracket to servo.
(8) Remove push nuts holding cable housing to
servo.
(9) Remove retaining clip holding cable to servo.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install retaining clip to cable at servo.
(2) Slide cable bell housing over servo mounting
studs.
(3) Install servo mounting studs into bracket.
(4) Install 2 nuts at cable to servo and servo
bracket, tighten to 7 N´m (60 ins. lbs.).
(5) Connect electrical connector to servo.
(6) Connect vacuum hose to servo
(7) Slide cable into throttle cable bracket and
engage retaining tabs.
(8) Rotate the throttle lever forward to the wide
open position and install speed control cable clasp.
(9) Rotate the throttle lever forward to the wide
open position and install throttle cable clasp.
(10) Install throttle control shield. Tighten bolt to
5.6 N´m (50 in. lbs.).
Fig. 10 Throttle Control Shield
Fig. 11 Throttle Cable Attachment to Throttle
BodyÐManual Transmission
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)

HEADLAMP DIAGNOSIS
Always begin any diagnosis by testing all of the fuses and circuit breakers in the system. Refer to Group 8W,
Wiring Diagrams.
Conventional and halogen headlamps are interchangeable. It is recommended that they not be intermixed on
a given vehicle.
CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTION
HEADLAMPS ARE DIM
WITH ENGINE IDLING1. Loose or corroded battery cables. 1. Clean and secure battery cable clamps
and posts.
OR IGNITION TURNED
OFF2. Loose or worn generator drive
belt.2. Adjust or replace generator drive belt.
3. Charging system output too low. 3. Test and repair charging system, refer to
Group 8A,
4. Battery has insufficient charge. 4. Test battery state-of-charge,
refer to Group 8A.
5. Battery is sulfated or shorted. 5. Load test battery, refer to Group 8A.
6. Poor lighting circuit Z1-ground. 6. Test for voltage drop across Z1-ground
locations, refer to Group 8W.
7. Both headlamp bulbs defective. 7. Replace both headlamp bulbs.
HEADLAMP BULBS
BURN OUT1. Charging system output too high. 1. Test and repair charging system, refer to
Group 8A.
FREQUENTLY 2. Loose or corroded terminals or
splices in circuit.2. Inspect and repair all connectors and
splices, refer to Group 8W.
HEADLAMPS ARE DIM
WITH ENGINE RUNNING1. Charging system output too low. 1. Test and repair charging system, refer to
Group 8A.
ABOVE IDLE* 2. Poor lighting circuit Z1-ground. 2. Test for voltage drop across Z1-ground
locations, refer to Group 8W.
3. High resistance in headlamp
circuit.3. Test amperage draw of headlamp circuit.
4. Both headlamp bulbs defective. 4. Replace both headlamp bulbs.
HEADLAMPS FLASH
RANDOMLY1. Poor lighting circuit Z1-ground. 1. Test for voltage drop across Z1-ground
locations, refer to Group 8W.
2. High resistance in headlamp
circuit.2. Test amperage draw of headlamp circuit.
Should not exceed 30 amps.
3. Faulty headlamps switch circuit
breaker.3. Replace headlamp switch.
4. Loose or corroded terminals or
splices in circuit.4. Inspect and repair all connectors and
splices, refer to Group 8W.
HEADLAMPS DO NOT
ILLUMINATE1. No voltage to headlamps. 1. Repair open headlamp circuit, refer to
Group 8W.
2. No Z1-ground at headlamps. 2. Repair circuit ground, refer to Group 8W.
3. Faulty headlamp switch. 3. Replace headlamp switch.
4. Faulty headlamp dimmer
(multi-function) switch.4. Replace multi-function switch.
5. Broken connector terminal or wire
splice in headlamp circuit.5. Repair connector terminal or wire splice.
1. Headlamps stay on with
key out (DRLM equipped
vehicles).1. Failed DRLM 1. Replace DRLM.
*Canada vehicles must have lamps ON.
8L - 2 LAMPSPL
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING (Continued)

BULB APPLICATION
INDEX
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GENERAL INFORMATION
INTRODUCTION......................... 8
SPECIFICATIONS
EXTERIOR LAMPS........................ 8INTERIOR LAMPS........................ 8
GENERAL INFORMATION
INTRODUCTION
The following Bulb Application Tables list the lamp
title on the left side of the column and trade number
or part number on the right.
CAUTION: Do not use bulbs that have a higher
candle power than the bulb listed in the Bulb Appli-
cation Table. Damage to lamp can result.
Do not touch halogen bulbs with fingers or other
possibly oily surfaces. Bulb life will be reduced.
If a halogen bulb is contaminated with oil, clean
bulb with denatured alcohol or ammonia based sol-
vent.
SPECIFICATIONS
EXTERIOR LAMPS
LAMP BULB
Back-up...............................P21W
Center High Mounted Stop..................921
Front Fog Lamp..........................H-3
Headlamp...............................H-4
License Plate...........................W5W
Front Turn Signal.....................P21/5W
Tail/Stop.............................P21/5W
Rear Turn Signal.......................P21W
Rear Fog Lamp.........................P21W
Citylight...............................T4W
Side Repeater...........................T4W
INTERIOR LAMPS
LAMP BULB
ABS.................................PC194
Airbag...............................PC194
AshTray................................161
Brake Warning System Indicator...........PC194
Cigar Lighter............................203
Climate Controls.........................203
Console Gear Selector......................161
Dome Light..............................578
Glove Box...............................194
High Beam Indicator....................PC194
Ignition Key.............................161
Instrument Cluster.....................PC194
Rear Cargo..............................912
Seat Belt Indicator.......................PC74
Service Engine Soon....................PC194
Turn Signal Indicator....................PC194
Underhood..............................105
Visor Vanity.........................6501966
Volts Indicator..........................PC74
8L - 8 LAMPSPL

DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
AIRBAG SYSTEM TEST
(1) Disconnect and isolate the negative battery
cable.
(2) Connect scan tool (DRB) to Data Link connec-
tor, located at right 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 Passive Restraint Diagnostic Test
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 the airbag warning lamp either fails
to light with the ignition switch on, or the light
goes on and stays on, there is a system malfunc-
tion. Refer to the Passive Restraint Diagnostic
Test Manual to diagnose the problem.
SERVICE PROCEDURES
CLEANUP PROCEDURE
Roll or fold the passenger airbag towards the
instrument panel surface and close the door over the
folded bag. Then tape the door shut.
Use a vacuum cleaner to remove any residual pow-
der from the vehicle interior. Work from the outside
in to avoid kneeling or sitting in a contaminated
area. Vacuum the heater and A/C outlets as well (Fig.
4). If the heater or air conditioner was in RECIRC
mode at time of airbag deployment, operate blower
motor on low speed and vacuum powder residue
expelled from the heater and A/C outlets. Multiple
vacuum cleaning may to necessary to decontaminate
the interior of the vehicle.
NOTE: Dispose deployed airbag properly, contact
dealer or government agency for disposal recom-
mendations.
SERVICE OF DEPLOYED AIRBAG MODULE
DRIVER AIRBAG
After a Driver Airbag Module has been deployed
the following components must be replaced becausethey cannot be reused. Other driver airbag system
components are replaced if damaged.
²Driver Airbag Module
²Clockspring assembly
PASSENGER AIRBAG
After a Passenger Airbag Module has been
deployed the following components must be replaced
because they cannot be reused.
²Passenger Airbag Module
²Right trim panel
The lower instrument panel knee blocker, top
cover, and any other components should be replaced
if damaged.
HANDLING AIRBAG MODULE
DEPLOYED MODULE
The vehicle interior may contain a very small
amount of sodium hydroxide powder, a by-product of
airbag deployment. Sodium hydroxide powder can
irritate the skin, eyes, nose and throat. Wear safety
glasses, rubber gloves, and long sleeved clothing
when cleaning any of the powder residue from the
vehicle.
If you find that the cleanup is irritating your skin,
run cool water over the affected area. Also, if you
experience nasal or throat irritation, exit the vehicle
for fresh air until the irritation ceases. If irritation
continues, see a physician.
UNDEPLOYED
The airbag module(s) must be stored in its original
special container until used for service. At no time
should a source of electricity be permitted near the
inflator on the back of an airbag module. When car-
rying or handling an undeployed airbag module, the
trim side of the airbag should be pointing away from
the body to minimize possibility of injury if acciden-
Fig. 4 Vacuum Heater and A/C Outlets
PLRESTRAINT SYSTEM 8M - 3