2000 DODGE NEON steering

CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR
The crankshaft position sensor mounts to the
engine block behind the generator, just above the oil
filter (Fig. 15).
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect electrical connector from crankshaft
position sensor.
(2) Remove sensor mounting screw. Remove sensor.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install sensor. Install sensor mounting screw
and tighten.
(2) Connect electrical connector to crankshaft posi-
tion sensor.
KNOCK SENSOR
The knock sensor threads into the side of the cyl-
inder block in front of the starter (Fig. 16).
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect electrical connector from knock sen-
sor.
(2) Use a crow foot socket to remove the knock
sensors.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install knock sensor. Tighten knock sensor to
10 N´m (7 ft. lbs.) torque.Over or under tighten-
ing effects knock sensor performance, possibly
causing improper spark control.
(2) Attach electrical connector to knock sensor.
IGNITION SWITCH
The ignition switch attaches to the lock cylinder
housing on the end opposite the lock cylinder (Fig.
17). For ignition switch terminal and circuit identifi-
cation, refer to the Wiring Diagrams sections.
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 (Fig. 18).
(3) Remove upper and lower shrouds from steering
column.
Fig. 15 Crankshaft Position Sensor
1 ± CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR
2 ± GENERATOR
3 ± OIL FILTER
Fig. 16 Knock Sensor
Fig. 17 Ignition SwitchÐViewed From Below
Column
1 ± IGNITION SWITCH
2 ± LOCK CYLINDER HOUSING
3 ± RETAINING TABS
8D - 8 IGNITION SYSTEMPL
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)

(4) Disconnect electrical connectors from ignition
switch.
(5) Remove ignition switch mounting screw (Fig.
19) with a #10 Torxtbit.
(6) Depress retaining tabs (Fig. 20) and pull igni-
tion switch from steering column.
INSTALLATION
(1) Ensure the ignition switch is in the RUN posi-
tion and the actuator shaft in the lock housing is in
the RUN position.
(2) Carefully install the ignition switch. The
switch will snap over the retaining tabs (Fig. 21).
Install mounting screw (Fig. 19).(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. 22) :
²Accessory
²Off (lock)
²Unlock
Fig. 18 Steering Column Shrouds
1 ± SCREW ACCESS HOLE
2 ± TAB ACCESS HOLE
3 ± LOWER SHROUD
Fig. 19 Ignition Switch Mounting Screw
1 ± MOUNTING SCREW
2 ± IGNITION SWITCH
Fig. 20 Removing Ignition Switch
1 ± DEPRESS RETAINING TABS
2 ± IGNITION SWITCH
Fig. 21 Ignition Switch Installation
1 ± LOCK CYLINDER HOUSING
2 ± SHAFT
PLIGNITION SYSTEM 8D - 9
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)

INSTRUMENT PANEL SYSTEMS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
GENERAL INFORMATION
INTRODUCTION..........................1
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
HEADLAMP SWITCH......................2
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER....................2
WARNING AND INDICATOR LAMPS..........2
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
AIRBAG WARNING SYSTEM................2
BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING LAMP TEST.......2
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER LAMPS.............2
LOW OIL PRESSURE WARNING LAMP TEST...3
MULTIPLE/INDIVIDUAL GAUGES
INOPERATIVE..........................4
SERVICE PROCEDURES
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER SELF-DIAGNOSTICS...4
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
ACCESSORY SWITCH/POWER OUTLET
BEZEL................................4CENTER CONSOLE FLOOD LAMP............5
CIGAR LIGHTER / POWER OUTLET
ASSEMBLY.............................5
GLOVE BOX DOOR/BIN....................6
GLOVE BOX DOOR/BIN....................6
GLOVE BOX SWITCH/LAMP.................6
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER....................6
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER BEZEL..............6
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER LAMPS.............7
INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY............7
INSTRUMENT PANEL CENTER BEZEL........10
INSTRUMENT PANEL END CAPS............10
INSTRUMENT PANEL TOP COVER...........10
LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL COVER........10
LOWER STORAGE BIN....................10
STEERING COLUMN SHROUDS.............11
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.
The Instrument Panel can be removed as an
assembly after a few part are removed to allow
access to the retaining bolts. There is one self-align-
ing bulkhead connector on the left underside of the
instrument panel replacing most of the main harness
connectors. Once removed, the instrument panel can
be serviced for replacement. Most of the parts of the
instrument panel can be replaced individually with-
out removing the complete instrument panel assem-
bly.
Fig. 1 Instrument Panel
1 ± DEMISTER OUTLET
2 ± INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
3 ± CENTER AIR OUTLET
4 ± INSTRUMENT PANEL SPEAKERS
5 ± GLOVE BOX
6 ± HVAC CONTROL HEAD
7 ± RADIO
8 ± CIGAR LIGHTER/AUXILIARY POWER OUTLET
9 ± TRACTION CONTROL SWITCH
10 ± REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER SWITCH
PLINSTRUMENT PANEL SYSTEMS 8E - 1

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER LAMPS
WARNINGS/INDICATORS
The instrument cluster warning/indicator lamps
are all serviceable Light Emitting Diodes (LED's).
The instrument cluster must first be removed, refer
to Instrument Cluster Removal and Installation in
this section, and then the defective LED just turns
out with needle nose pliers.
ILLUMINATION LAMPS
The high beam indicator, turn signals, and illumi-
nation bulbs are also serviceable. The instrument
cluster must first be removed, refer to Instrument
Cluster Removal and Installation in this section, and
then the defective bulb and socket turns out. The
bulb locations are printed on the back cover of the
instrument cluster.
INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable (Fig. 6).
(2) Push seats back to their full back position.
(3) Using a trim stick (special tool #C-4755), gently
pry out on left and right A-pillar trim moldings and
remove.
(4) Remove top cover. Refer to Top Cover Removal
and Installation in this section.
(5) Gently pull up on cluster bezel and remove
from vehicle.
(6) Gently pull rearward on left lower instrument
panel cover and remove from vehicle.
CAUTION: Lock the steering wheel in the straight
ahead position. This will prevent clockspring dam-
age when the steering wheel rotates freely.
(7) Remove steering column. Refer to Group 19
Steering, Steering Column Removal and Installation.
(8) Remove left and right instrument panel end-
caps.
(9) Remove left and right cowl side panels.
(10) Remove center console. Refer to Group 23
Body, Center Console Removal and Installation.
(11) Depress the sides of the Data Link Connector
(DLC) and remove from instrument panel reinforce-
ment.
(12) Remove four bulkhead instrument panel
retaining screws.
(13) Remove two bolts on top of the brake pedal
support bracket.
(14) Remove two center support mounting bolts.
(15) Remove left and right A-pillar mounting bolts,
two on each side.(16) Disconnect right side antenna connector.
(17) Remove left and right A-pillar door harness
connectors (Fig. 10).
(18) Disconnect two harness connectors to hvac at
right top instrument panel (Fig. 11).
Fig. 10 A-Pillar Door Harness Connector
1 ± INSTRUMENT PANEL HARNESS CONNECTOR
2 ± DOOR CHECK STRAP
3 ± DOOR HARNESS CONNECTOR
Fig. 11 Instrument Panel to HVAC Harness Connectors
1 ± HVAC HARNESS CONNECTORS
PLINSTRUMENT PANEL SYSTEMS 8E - 7
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)

STEERING COLUMN SHROUDS
REMOVAL
(1) Remove lower instrument panel cover. Refer to
Lower Instrument Panel Cover Removal and Instal-
lation in this section.
(2) Remove instrument cluster bezel. Refer to
Instrument Cluster Bezel Removal and Installation
in this section.
(3) Remove two column shroud retaining screws.
(4) Separate upper and lower steering column
shrouds (Fig. 15) and remove from vehicle.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures.
Fig. 15 Steering Column Shrouds
1 ± UPPER SHROUD
2 ± LOWER SHROUD
3 ± MOUNTING SCREWS
PLINSTRUMENT PANEL SYSTEMS 8E - 11
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)

(5) Snap the center instrument bezel in position
and install the retaining screws (Fig. 5).
(6) Install the (4) HVAC control knobs.
(7) Install the A/C outlet registers on the center
instrument bezel (Fig. 6).
INSTRUMENT PANEL ± R. H. D.
REMOVAL
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
BAGS, REFER TO GROUP 8M ± PASSIVE
RESTRAINT SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY
STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, ORINSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR
SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
INJURY.
CAUTION: LOCK THE STEERING WHEEL IN THE
STRAIGHT AHEAD POSITION. THIS WILL PREVENT
CLOCKSPRING DAMAGE WHEN THE STEERING
COLUMN IS REMOVED FROM THE VEHICLE.
Fig. 7 Instrument Panel - R. H. D.
Fig. 5 Center Instrument Bezel Retaining Screws
1 ± CENTER BEZEL
2 ± CENTER BEZEL RETAINING SCREWS (BEHIND REGISTER)
Fig. 6 Center Instrument Bezel
1 ± HEAD LAMP LEVELING SWITCH
2 ± CENTER INSTRUMENT BEZEL
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)

(1) Disconnect the negative battery cable.
(2) Remove the floor console. Refer to Group 23,
Body for the procedure.
(3) Remove the right and left side instrument
panel end caps (Fig. 8). Using the finger grip feature,
pull straight away from the instrument panel to dis-
engage the (3) retaining clips.
(4) Remove the right and left side A ± pillar trims.(5) Loosen the (2) screws retaining the instrument
panel top cover. Located in the defroster grille (Fig.
9).
(6) Using the heel of both hands, lift up to unclip
and remove the instrument panel top cover.
(7) Unclip and remove the instrument cluster
bezel.
(8) Remove the (2) screws retaining the lower
steering column cover and remove the cover from the
vehicle.
(9) Remove the (2) screws retaining the steering
column shroud and remove the shroud from the vehi-
cle.
(10) Disconnect the clockspring, wiper / washer,
multi-function, ignition and if equipped, the two skim
module connections and the shift interlock cable on
automatic transaxle equipped vehicles.
(11) Remove the steering shaft coupler pinch bolt
retaining pin (Fig. 11).
CAUTION: Steering wheel must be in the locked
position before removing the coupler pinch bolt or
clockspring damage can occur.
(12) Remove the steering shaft coupler pinch bolt
(Fig. 11) and separate the shafts by pulling them
straight apart.
(13) Remove the (4) steering column retaining nuts
and remove the column from the vehicle.
(14) Pull back the weather-stripping and remove
the right and left side lower kick panels.
Fig. 8 Left Instrument Panel End Cap
1 ± INSTRUMENT PANEL END CAP
Fig. 9 I. P. Top Cover Center Retaining Screws
1 ± I. P. TOP COVER RETAINING SCREWS
2 ± I. P. TOP COVER
Fig. 10 I. P. Top Cover Left Side Retaining Screw
1 ± A-PILLAR TRIM
2 ± INSTRUMENT PANEL RETAINING BOLTS
8E - 4 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND SYSTEMSPL
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)

(15) Rotate the A/C outlet registers to the full
down position. Grip each outlet at its outboard end
and gently over-rotate to release from its pivot point.
Swing outlet straight out and remove by hand
(16) Remove the (4) HVAC control knobs by pull-
ing them straight off the switch shaft by hand.
(17) Remove the (2) screws from the center instru-
ment bezel (Fig. 12).
(18) Remove the center instrument bezel. Gently
pull it straight out to unsnap the (4) retaining clips.(19) Remove the (2) HVAC control head retaining
screws. Pull the control away from the I. P. and
rotate the control horizontally to position the assem-
bly through the hole in the instrument panel. This
will eliminate the need to disconnect the control
cables.
(20) Unclip the Data Link Connector from the
right side of the I. P. frame.
(21) Disconnect the instrument panel wire harness
from behind the right kick panel. To disconnect the
harness remove the (2) screws retaining the I. P. con-
nector to the steering column casting. Remove the
plastic clips from the connector retainer. Unclip the
bottom retainer and slide the mated I. P. and head-
lamp connectors out of the holder. Disconnect the I.
P. wire harness connector.
(22) Disconnect the (3) wire harnesses from the
top of the I. P.
(23) Unclip the wire harness along the center con-
sole and disconnect the airbag control module, park-
ing brake and PRNDL lamp if equipped.
(24) Gently pry the right front door wire harness
boot away from the A-pillar to access and disconnect
the right door wire harness connector.
(25) Gently pry the left front door wire harness
boot away from the A-pillar to access and disconnect
the left door wire harness connector.
(26) Disconnect the radio antenna. Located below
the glove compartment.
(27) Remove the (4) I. P. retaining fasteners from
the top of the I. P.
Fig. 11 Steering Shaft Coupler Pinch Bolt
1 ± STEERING SHAFT COUPLER
2 ± STEERING SHAFT COUPLER PINCH BOLT
Fig. 12 Center Instrument Bezel Retaining Screws
1 ± CENTER BEZEL
2±
CENTER BEZEL RETAINING SCREWS (BEHIND REGISTERS)
Fig. 13 Center I. P. Retaining Bolts
1 ± INSTRUMENT PANEL CENTER RETAINING BOLTS
PLINSTRUMENT PANEL AND SYSTEMS 8E - 5
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)