2000 DODGE NEON torque

SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
DESCRIPTION TORQUE
Instrument Panel to Body Side Cowl
Bolts.................... 28N´m(250 in. lbs.)
Instrument Panel to Dash Panel
Bolts.................... 28N´m(250 in. lbs.)
Instrument Panel Fasteners at Top of
Instrument Panel
Nuts.................... 12N´m(105 in. lbs.)
Steering Column to Bracket
Nuts.................... 17N´m(150 in. lbs.)
Steering Column Pinch Bolt
Bolt..................... 28N´m(250 in. lbs.)
PLINSTRUMENT PANEL AND SYSTEMS 8E - 9

(3) Disconnect both posi-lock harness connectors at
the rear of the multi-function switch (Fig. 7)(4) Remove multi-function switch mounting screws
(Fig. 7).
(5) The combination flasher must be transferred to
new multi-function switch if replacing.
(6) The windshield wiper/washer switch must be
transferred to the new multi-function switch. Refer to
Group 8K Windshield Wiper and Washer Systems,
Windshield Wiper/Washer Switch Removal and
Installation.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures.
²Tighten multi-function switch to column retain-
ing screws to 3 N´m (27 in. lbs.) torque.
²Tighten steering column shroud retaining screws
to 2 N´m (18 in. lbs.) torque.
Fig. 7 Multi-Function Switch Remove/Install
1 ± MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCH CONNECTOR
2 ± HAZARD/WARNING SWITCH
3 ± WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER SWITCH CONNECTOR
4 ± MOUNTING SCREWS
5 ± COMBINATION FLASHER
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(a) If no voltage, repair wiring as necessary. If
OK, go to Step b.
(b) Check wiper switch low speed. Connect volt-
meter positive lead to terminal 6 of the wiper
switch connector. Move wiper stalk to LOW posi-
tion. If no voltage, replace switch.
(c) Check wiper switch high speed, connect volt-
meter positive lead to terminal 5 of the wiper
switch connector. Move wiper stalk to HIGH posi-
tion. If no voltage, replace switch.
(7) Disconnect motor connector and replace fuse 1
in fuse block.
(a) If fuse does not blow, replace motor.
(b) If fuse blows, disconnect wiper switch and
replace fuse.
(c) If fuse does not blow, replace switch.
(d) If fuse blows, repair wiring as necessary.
MOTOR OPERATES SLOWLY AT ALL SPEEDS
(1) Remove wiper arms and cowl screen. Discon-
nect motor linkage from motor. Connect an ammeter
between battery positive terminal and terminal 4 of
the motor connector. Turn wiper motor on and check
ampere reading.
If motor runs and ammeter reading is more than 6
amps, go to Step 2. If less than 6 amps, go to Step 3.
When replacing drive link nut tighten to 11 to 12
N´m (98 to 106 in. lbs.) torque.
(2) Using an ohmmeter, check the high and low
circuits for a short to ground. Refer to Group 8W,
Wiring Diagrams.
(3) Check to see if wiper linkage or pivots are
binding or caught.
WIPERS RUN AT HIGH SPEED WITH SWITCH IN
LOW SPEED POSITION OR WIPERS RUN AT LOW
SPEED WITH SWITCH IN HIGH SPEED POSITION.
(1) Check for crossed wires in the motor pigtail
wire connector. Refer to Group 8W, Wiring Diagrams.
(2) Check for crossed wires in harness connector
from wiper switch to motor.
(3) If OK, replace wiper switch.
WIPERS WILL OPERATE CONTINUOUSLY WITH
THE SWITCH IN THE INTERMITTENT POSITION -
WHEN WIPER SWITCH IS TURNED OFF, WIPERS
STOP WHEREVER THEY ARE WITHOUT
RETURNING TO PARK POSITION.
(1) Check at motor ground strap for a good ground.
(2) Turn ignition switch OFF. Disconnect the wiper
switch harness connector. Using an ohmmeter with
the motor in the park position, check for continuity
between terminal 2 of the wiper switch harness con-
nector (Fig. 4) and the ground strap. If continuity,
replace wiper switch. If no continuity, repair wiring
as necessary.
WIPERS DO NOT OPERATE WHEN WASHER
MOTOR IS ENGAGED (PULSE WIPE) OR WIPERS
DO OPERATE IN INTERMITTENT POSITION.
Check for a good ground at motor ground strap and
at wiper switch terminal 2. If OK, replace wiper
switch. If not OK, repair wiring as necessary.
WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
BAGS, SEE GROUP 8M, RESTRAINT SYSTEMS FOR
STEERING WHEEL OR COLUMN REMOVAL PROCE-
DURES.
Whenever a wiper motor malfunction occurs, verify
that the wire harness is properly connected, then
start normal diagnosis and repair procedures. Refer
to Wiper Motor Test table.
Fig. 4 Windshield Wiper Switch Harness Connector
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DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING (Continued)

WINDSHIELD WIPER MODULE
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable (Fig. 7).
(2) Remove wiper arms and blades. Refer to Wind-
shield Wiper Arm Removal and Installation in this
section.
(3) Remove the left side cowl cover. Refer to Group
23 Body, Cowl Cover Removal and Installation.
(4) Disconnect motor posi-lock harness connector.
(5) Remove windshield wiper module mounting
screws and remove module from vehicle.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures.
Tighten the mounting screws to 7 to 9 N´m (60 to 80
in. lbs.) torque.
WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR
REMOVAL
(1) Remove windshield wiper module. Refer to
Windshield Wiper Module Removal and Installation
in this section.(2) Remove linkage from motor crank. Insert
screwdriver or equivalent between crank and linkage
then twist and lift straight up on linkage.
(3) Remove three motor mounting screws and sep-
arate motor from linkage.
INSTALLATION
For installation add unilube grease to socket and
reverse the above procedures. Tighten the motor
mounting screws to 5 to 6 N´m (45 to 55 in. lbs.)
torque. Tighten drive link nut to 11 to 12 N´m (98 to
106 in. lbs.) torque.
WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER SWITCH
To service the wiper switch, refer to Group 8J Turn
Signal and Hazard Warning Systems, Multi-Function
Switch Removal and Installation.
CLEANING AND INSPECTION
WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADE(S)
Wiper blades exposed to the weather for a long
period of time tend to lose their wiping effectiveness.
Periodic cleaning of the wiper blade is recommended
to remove the accumulation of salt and road grime.
The wiper blades, arms and windshield should be
cleaned with a sponge or cloth and a mild detergent
or nonabrasive cleaner. If the wiper blades continue
to streak or smear, they should be replaced. The
wiper blade should run smoothly across the wind-
shield in both directions. The wiper blade should
slightly roll over center when the blade reverses
direction. A wiper blade insert that has lost flexibility
or a wiper arm that has lost spring tension, will
cause the blade to skip or chatter across the wind-
shield. If the wiper blades are new and the wiper
arm spring tension is OK and a chattering sound is
emitted from the wiper(s), the wiper blade is not roll-
ing over center. If this condition exists, refer to
Adjustments, Wiper Arm Adjustment in this section.
ADJUSTMENTS
WINDSHIELD WIPER ARM(S)
(1) Cycle the wiper motor into the PARK position.
(2) Lift the wiper blade off the windshield and
release it.
(3) The wiper blade heel should be parked within 5
mm of the park line. The park line is mark on the
windshield (Fig. 9).
(4) In the event that the wiper blade tip exces-
sively strikes the cowl screen due to long term nor-
mal wear, reposition the wiper blade heel slightly
above the park line. Make sure that the wipers are
in the PARK position.
Fig. 7 Battery Negative Cable Remove/Install
1 ± NEGATIVE CABLE
2 ± NEGATIVE BATTERY POST
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)

WINDSHIELD WASHER RESERVOIR
REMOVAL
(1) Raise vehicle on hoist.
(2) Disconnect the wire connector from the reser-
voir pump (Fig. 5).
(3) Disconnect the washer hose at the pump and
drain the reservoir.
(4) Disconnect the vacuum connector to the speed
control vacuum reservoir.
(5) Remove fasteners from reservoir.
(6) Remove the reservoir through fender opening.
If replacing reservoir, the windshield washer pump
and the speed control vacuum reservoir must be
transferred to the new washer reservoir.
(7) Remove two fasteners retaining speed control
vacuum reservoir.
(8) Remove to the windshield washer pump from
the reservoir. Refer to Windshield Washer Pump
Removal and Installation in this section.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures.
Tighten the reservoir screws to 2.2 to 3.3 N´m (20 to
29 in. lbs.) torque.
WINDSHIELD WASHER PUMP
REMOVAL
(1) Raise vehicle on hoist.
(2) Disconnect the wire connector from the reser-
voir pump.
(3) Disconnect the washer hose at the pump and
drain the reservoir.
(4) Gently pry pump away from reservoir and out
of grommet. Care must be taken not to puncture res-
ervoir (Fig. 6).
(5) Remover rubber grommet from reservoir. If
replacing the pump, discard the old washer pump
grommet. If replacing the reservoir only, reuse the
old washer pump grommet.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures.
Make sure to use new grommet when installing new
washer pump.
Fig. 5 Windshield Washer Reservoir Remove/Install
Fig. 6 Windshield Washer Pump Remove/Install
1 ± WASHER PUMP
2 ± RUBBER GROMMET
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)

INSTALLATION
(1) Install the bulb in its socket.
(2) Verify lamp operation.
(3) Install the lamp socket in the tail lamp assem-
bly.
(4) Position the tail lamp assembly and install the
(3) plastic retaining nuts (Fig. 22). Torque the nuts to
4.5 N´m (40in. lbs.).
(5) Install the trunk trim on the rear closure
panel.
Fig. 22 Tail Lamp Assembly
1 ± TAIL LAMP ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR
2 ± TAIL LAMP RETAINING NUTS
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)

LAMP SERVICE
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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GENERAL INFORMATION
HEADLAMP SWITCH......................12
HEADLAMP LEVELING SWITCH.............12
HEADLAMP DIMMER SWITCH...............12
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
CENTER HIGH MOUNTED STOP LAMP
(CHMSL)..............................12HEADLAMP MODULE.....................12
HEADLAMP LEVELING MOTOR..............14
FRONT FOG LAMP.......................15
REAR LICENSE PLATE LAMPS..............15
REAR FOG LAMP........................15
SIDE REPEATER LAMP....................17
TAIL, STOP AND TURN SIGNAL LAMP........18
GENERAL INFORMATION
HEADLAMP SWITCH
Service procedures for the headlamp switch can be
found in Group 8E, Instrument Panel and Gauges.
More information can be found in Group 8W, Wiring
Diagrams.
HEADLAMP LEVELING SWITCH
Service procedures for the headlamp leveling
switch can be found in Group 8E, Instrument Panel
Systems. More information can be found in Group
8W, Wiring Diagrams.
HEADLAMP DIMMER SWITCH
The headlamp dimmer switch is incorporated into
the multi-function (turn signal) switch. Proper proce-
dures can be found in Group 8J, Turn Signal and
Flashers. More information can be found in Group
8W, Wiring Diagrams.
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
CENTER HIGH MOUNTED STOP LAMP
(CHMSL)
REMOVAL
(1) Open the trunklid
(2) Remove the CHMSL lamp socket from the
lamp assembly (Fig. 1). Rotate and pull the socket
straight from the CHMSL lamp.
(3) Remove the (2) CHMSL lamp retaining nuts
(Fig. 1) and remove the lamp from the trunklid.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position the CHMSL lamp on the mounting
studs and install the (2) retaining nuts (Fig. 2).
Torque the nuts to 12 N´m (106 in. lbs.).(2) Install the CHMSL lamp socket in the lamp
assembly (Fig. 2).
(3) Close the trunklid and verify lamp operation.
HEADLAMP MODULE
REMOVAL
(1) Open the hood and disconnect the negative bat-
tery cable.
(2) Remove the (2) headlamp module retaining
screws (Fig. 3).
(3) Remove the upper front fascia retaining screw
(Fig. 3).
Fig. 1 Center High Mounted Stop Lamp
1 ± C. H. M. S. L. LAMP RETAINING NUTS
2 ± C. H. M. S. L. LAMP ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR
3 ± TRUNK LID
4 ± C. H. M. S. L. LAMP
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(4) Gently pull the outboard side of the headlamp
module straight out to disengage the locating pin in
the headlamp housing from the fender.
(5) While holding the front fascia away from the
front closure panel, gently pull the headlamp modulestraight out far enough to access the electrical con-
nections (Fig. 4).
(6) Disconnect the headlamp bulb, front turn sig-
nal lamp bulb, and the 4-way electrical connector
located at the bottom of the headlamp module.
NOTE: The turn signal and 4-way electrical connec-
tors have a primary and secondary latch system.
(7) While holding the front fascia away from the
front closure panel, remove the headlamp module
from the vehicle (Fig. 4).
INSTALLATION
(1) While holding the front fascia away from the
front closure panel, position the headlamp module
and restore the electrical connections.
(2) While holding the front fascia away from the
front closure panel, insert the inboard side of the
headlamp module behind the fascia. Position the
headlamp locating pin into the slotted hole in the
fender.
(3) Install the (2) headlamp module retaining
screws (Fig. 5). Torque the bolts to 4.5 N´m (40 in.
lbs.).
NOTE: The outboard headlamp module retaining
screw must pass through the hole in the bottom of
the headlamp housing to properly secure the head-
lamp module.
(4) Install the upper front fascia retaining screw
(Fig. 5).
(5) Connect the negative battery cable.
Fig. 2 Center High Mounted Stop Lamp
1 ± C. H. M. S. L. LAMP RETAINING NUTS
2 ± C. H. M. S. L. LAMP ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR
3 ± TRUNK LID
4 ± C. H. M. S. L. LAMP
Fig. 3 Headlamp Module Retaining Bolts
1 ± HEADLAMP MODULE RETAINING SCREWS
2 ± FASCIA RETAINING SCREW
Fig. 4 Removing Headlamp Module
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)