
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.
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When the ignition switch is in the OFF position, or
when the radio frequency is being displayed, time
keeping is accurately maintained.
The procedure for setting the clock varies slightly
with each radio. The correct procedure is described in
the individual radio operating instructions. Refer to
the Owner's Manual supplied with the vehicle.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
There are two conventional instrument cluster
assemblies available. The clusters electronically drive
the speedometer, odometer, and gauges (Fig. 1) and
(Fig. 2).
GAUGES
All gauges in the electronic clusters are the analog
type gauges. When the ignition switch is moved to
the OFF position, the cluster drives each gauge to its
lowest position.
WARNING AND INDICATOR LAMPS
The instrument cluster has warning lamps and
indicators for the following systems:
²Airbag
²Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) if equipped
²Brake warning
²Charging System
²Door Ajar
²High beam indicator
²Low oil pressure
²Malfunction indicator (service engine soon) lamp
²Right and left turn signals.
²Seat belt warning
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
AIRBAG WARNING SYSTEM
For testing of this system refer to Group 8M,
Restraint Systems.
BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING LAMP TEST
The brake warning lamp illuminates when the
parking brake is applied with ignition switch turned
to the ON position. The same lamp will also illumi-
nate if one of the two service brake systems fail the
when brake pedal is applied.
To test the system:
²As the ignition switch is turned to the start posi-
tion the lamp should light.
²Turn ignition switch to the ON position and
apply the parking brake. The lamp should light.
If lamp fails to light inspect for:
²A burned out lamp
²Loose, corroded or damaged socket
²A damaged circuit board
²A broken or disconnected wire at the switch
²Defective switch
To test the service brake warning system, refer to
Group 5, Brakes, Hydraulic System Control Valves.
FOG LAMP SWITCH TEST
(1) Remove the fog lamp switch. Refer to the Rear
Window Defogger and/or Fog Lamp Switch Removal.
(2) Using two jumper wires, connect Pin 2 and Pin
4 of the switch to battery voltage.
(3) Using a test lamp, connect the test lamp to Pin
3 as shown in (Fig. 3). Refer to (Fig. 4) for fog lamp
switch circuit.
(4) Push the fog lamp switch button. The test lamp
and the LED indicator on the front of the switch
should illuminate.
(5) If either the LED or the test lamp fails to illu-
minate, replace the switch.Fig. 1 Instrument Cluster Without Tachometer
Fig. 2 Instrument Cluster With Tachometer
Fig. 3 Fog Lamp Switch Test
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DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION (Continued)

(6) Remove the screws attaching lens, dial and
gauge assembly to the housing. The bottom screws
attaching lens to the housing can be accessed without
removing the foam pad.
(7) Remove the lens, dial and gauge assembly from
housing.
(8) Remove the two screws holding the odometer to
dial and gauge assembly. When setting the dial/gauge
and/or cluster assembly down, it must be face up or
the gauge operation will be damaged.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures.
Carefully place the dial and gauge assembly on the
cluster and ensure that the odometer connector is
placed through the board. Install with a slight rock-
ing motion to ensure the pins on gauges line up.
RADIO
For Radio removal procedures, Refer to Group 8F,
Audio Systems.
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER AND/OR FOG LAMP
SWITCH
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the top cover and cluster bezel assem-
bly. Refer to the Top Cover and Cluster Bezel
Removal above.
(2) Reach in and disengage the bezel latches and
remove assembly (Fig. 23).
(3) Pull the bezel and switch(s) rearward from the
opening and disconnect the wire connector(s).
(4) Remove the switch from the bezel.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures.
RIGHT TRIM PANEL
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect and isolate the negative battery
cable.
(2) Using a trim stick (special tool #C-4755), gently
pry up on the top cover and cluster bezel to remove
(Fig. 19).
(3) Open the ash receiver.
(4) Using a trim stick (special tool #C-4755), gently
pry out on the center bezel and remove.
(5) Remove the six attaching screws across the for-
ward portion of the right upper trim panel. Then pull
Fig. 20 Center Floor Pan Bracket
Fig. 21 Side Bracket
Fig. 22 Odometer
Fig. 23 Rear Window Defogger and Fog Lamp
Switch
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INSTRUMENT PANEL AND SYSTEMS
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DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
FOG LAMP SWITCH TEST................ 1
HEADLAMP LEVELING SWITCH........... 1
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND COMPONENTS . . . 2
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
END CAP RHD ......................... 2FRONT FOG LAMP SWITCH.............. 2
HEADLAMP LEVELING SWITCH........... 3
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER AND/OR REAR
FOG LAMP SWITCH................... 3
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
FOG LAMP SWITCH TEST
Refer to Group 8W, Wiring Diagrams for wiring or
circuit information.
FRONT
(1) Remove the fog lamp switch and disconnect the
connector at the center stack.
(2) Using two jumper wires connect Pin L7 to bat-
tery voltage, and connect Pin Z03 to ground (Fig. 1).
(3) Push the fog lamp switch button. The LED
indicator on the front of the switch should illuminate.
Check Pin L35 with a test lamp for battery voltage.
(4) If either the LED or the test lamp fails to illu-
minate, replace the switch.
REAR
(1) Remove the fog lamp switch. Refer to Rear
Window Defogger and/or Fog Lamp Switch Removal.
(2) Using two jumper wires connect Pin 2 and Pin
4 of the switch to battery voltage.
(3) Using a test lamp, connect the test lamp to Pin
3 as shown in (Fig. 2). Refer to Group 8W, Wiring
Diagrams for fog lamp switch circuit.(4) Push the fog lamp switch button. The test lamp
should illuminate, and the LED indicator on the
front of the switch.
(5) If either the LED, or the test lamp fails to illu-
minate, replace the switch.
HEADLAMP LEVELING SWITCH
(1) Remove the headlamp leveling switch from the
instrument panel and disconnect the wire harness
connector from the switch. Refer to Wiring Diagrams
for the proper wire circuits and the wire connector
connections.
(2) If the L.E.D. is not illuminated, using a voltme-
ter, connect B+ lead to Pin 4 of the Wire harness con-
nector. Connect the negative lead to Pin 3. Turn ON
the headlamp switch to the low beam position and
ensure the instrument panel dimmer switch is on
day light driving position. If voltage is present,
replace switch. If no voltage, connect the ground lead
to a good ground, if voltage, repair Pin 3 ground cir-
cuit as necessary, and if no voltage, refer to Wiring
Diagrams and test circuit back to headlamp switch.
(3) Using a voltmeter, connect B+ lead to Pin 2 of
the Wire harness connector. Connect the negative
lead to Pin 3. Turn ON the headlamp switch to the
low beam position. If battery voltage, go to Step 5. If
not OK, go to Step 4.
Fig. 1 Front Fog Lamp Switch Circuit Diagram
Fig. 2 Rear Fog Lamp Switch Test
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LAMPS
CONTENTS
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BULB APPLICATION...................... 13
HEADLAMP ALIGNMENT................... 4
LAMP BULB SERVICE..................... 6LAMP DIAGNOSIS........................ 1
LAMP SERVICE........................... 9
LAMP SYSTEMS......................... 12
LAMP DIAGNOSIS
INDEX
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GENERAL INFORMATION
DAYTIME RUNNING LAMP MODULE.......... 1
GENERAL INFORMATION.................. 1
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS................... 1DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES................ 1
FOG LAMP.............................. 3
HEADLAMP DIAGNOSIS................... 2
GENERAL INFORMATION
GENERAL INFORMATION
Each vehicle is equipped with various lamp assem-
blies. A good ground is necessary for proper lighting
operation. Grounding is provided by the lamp socket
when it comes in contact with the metal body, or
through a separate ground wire.
When changing lamp bulbs check the socket for
corrosion. If corrosion is present, clean it with a wire
brush and coat the inside of the socket lightly with
Mopar Multi-Purpose Grease or equivalent.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: EYE PROTECTION SHOULD BE USED
WHEN SERVICING GLASS COMPONENTS. PER-
SONAL INJURY CAN RESULT.
CAUTION: Do not touch the glass of halogen bulbs
with fingers or other possibly oily surface, reduced
bulb life will result.
Do not use bulbs with higher candle power than
indicated in the Bulb Application table at the end of
this group. Damage to lamp and/or Daytime Run-
ning Lamp Module can result.
Do not use fuses, circuit breakers or relays hav-
ing greater amperage value than indicated on the
fuse panel or in the Owners Manual.When it is necessary to remove components to ser-
vice another, it should not be necessary to apply
excessive force or bend a component to remove it.
Before damaging a trim component, verify hidden
fasteners or captured edges are not holding the com-
ponent in place.
DAYTIME RUNNING LAMP MODULE
PL vehicles built for use in Canada are equipped
with a Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) system. The
DRL system operates the headlamps at 50% illumi-
nation with the headlamp switch OFF, park brake
released and the ignition ON. The DRL system is
controlled by the Daytime Running Lamp Module.
The DRL module overrides the headlamp switch
when the headlamps are turned OFF. The headlamps
operate normally when the headlamps are turned
ON.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES
When a vehicle experiences problems with the
headlamp system, verify the condition of the battery
connections, charging system, headlamp bulbs, wire
connectors, relay, high beam dimmer switch and
headlamp switch. Refer to Group 8W, Wiring Dia-
grams for component locations and circuit informa-
tion.
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FOG LAMP
FOG LAMP DIAGNOSIS
CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTION
FOG LAMPS ARE DIM WITH
ENGINE IDLING OR IGNITION
TURNED OFF.1. Loose or corroded battery cables. 1. Clean and secure battery cable
clamps and posts.
2. 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.
FOG LAMP BULBS BURN OUT
FREQUENTLY1. Charging system output too high. 1. Test and repair charging system.
Refer to Group 8A.
2. Loose or corroded terminals or
splices in circuit.2. Inspect and repair all connectors
and splices. Refer to Group 8W.
FOG LAMPS ARE DIM WITH
ENGINE RUNNING ABOVE IDLE1. Charging system output too low. 1. Test and repair charging system.
Refer to Group 8A.
2. Poor lighting circuit Z1-ground. 2. Test for voltage drop across
Z1-ground locations. Refer to Group
8W.
3. High resistance in fog lamp
circuit.3. Test amperage draw of fog lamp
circuit.
FOG LAMPS FLASH RANDOMLY 1. Poor lighting circuit Z1-ground. 1. Test for voltage drop across
Z1-ground locations. Refer to Group
8W.
2. High resistance in fog lamp
circuit.2. Test amperage draw of fog lamp
circuit.
3. Faulty fog lamp switch. 3. Replace fog lamp switch.
4. Loose or corroded terminals or
splices in circuit.4. Inspect and repair all connectors
and splices. Refer to Group 8W.
FOG LAMPS DO NOT
ILLUMINATE1. Blown fuse for fog lamp. 1. Replace fuse. Refer to Group 8W.
2. No Z1-ground at fog lamps. 2. Repair circuit ground. Refer to
Group 8W.
3. Faulty fog lamp switch. 3. Replace fog lamp switch.
4. Broken connector terminal or wire
splice in fog lamp circuit.4. Repair connector terminal or wire
splice.
5. Defective or burned out bulb. 5. Replace bulb.
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DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING (Continued)

BULB APPLICATION
INDEX
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SPECIFICATIONS
EXTERIOR LAMPS....................... 13GENERAL INFORMATION................. 13
INTERIOR LAMPS....................... 13
SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL INFORMATION
The following Bulb Application Tables lists 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 oily sur-
faces. Bulb life will be reduced.
EXTERIOR LAMPS
LAMP BULB
Back-up...............................3157
Center High Mounted Stop..................921
Fog.................................GE881
Headlamp..............................9007
License Plate............................168
Park/Turn Signal......................3157NA
Tail/Stop/Turn Signal.....................3157
Front Side Marker........................168
INTERIOR LAMPS
Service procedures for most of the lamps in the
instrument panel, Instrument cluster and switches
are located in Group 8E, Instrument Panel and
Gauges.
LAMP BULB
A/C and Heater Control....................203
Ash Receiver.............................161
Cigar Lighter............................203
Dome Lamp.............................578
Gear Selector Console W/Auto...............161
Glove Compartment.......................194
Ignition Lock............................161
Instrument Panel and Cluster.............PC194
Rear Cargo..............................912
Underhood..............................105
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LAMP BULB SERVICE
INDEX
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
CITYLIGHT LAMP BULB.................... 3
FOG LAMP BULB......................... 3FRONT TURN SIGNAL LAMP BULB........... 2
HEADLAMP BULB........................ 2
SIDE REPEATER LAMP BULB............... 4
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
HEADLAMP BULB
REMOVAL
(1) Release hood latch and open hood.
(2) Disengage wire connector to headlamp bulb.
(3) Remove headlamp assembly from vehicle.
(4) Remove rubber seal boot (Fig. 1).
(5) Disengage retaining ring from headlamp (Fig.
2).
(6) Pull headlamp bulb from back of headlamp
assembly (Fig. 3).
INSTALLATION
CAUTION: Do not touch the glass of halogen bulbs
with fingers of other possibly oily surface. Reduced
bulb life will result.
(1) Insert headlamp bulb to headlamp assembly.
(2) Install retaining ring to headlamp assembly.
(3) Install rubber seal boot.
(4) Engage wire connector to headlamp bulb base.
(5) Install headlamp assembly into vehicle.
(6) Verify headlamp alignment.
FRONT TURN SIGNAL LAMP BULB
REMOVAL
(1) Remove screws holding the park and turn sig-
nal lamp to the headlamp assembly.
(2) Separate the turn signal lamp from the head-
lamp module.
(3) Rotate front turn signal lamp socket one quar-
ter turn counter-clockwise.
(4) Pull socket from back of lamp.
Fig. 1 Rubber Boot Seal
Fig. 2 Headlamp Bulb Retaining Ring
Fig. 3 Headlamp Bulb
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