2000 DODGE NEON battery replacement

INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse above the procedures.
SPECIFICATIONS
TRANSMITTER BATTERY
The transmitter has two 3 volt batteries, which can
be removed and replaced without special tools. Insert
a dime in the side slot of the transmitter and twist.
The halves should separate and the batteries are
stacked on top of each other (Fig. 1). The batteries
are available at local retail stores. Recommended bat-
teries are Panasonic CR 2016 or equivalent. Battery
life is approximately two years. Transmitter pro-
gramming is not necessary after replacement of the
transmitter batteries.
TRANSMITTER RANGE
Operation range is within 7 meters (23 ft.) of the
module/receiver.
Fig. 3 RKE Module Location
1 ± RKE MODULE
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)

(4) Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
Check for battery voltage at the fused ignition switch
output (run/start) circuit cavity of the SKIM wire
harness connector. If OK, use a DRB IIItscan tool
and the proper Body Diagnostic Procedures Manual
to complete the diagnosis of the SKIS. If not OK,
repair the open circuit to the fuse in the fuse block as
required.
VEHICLE THEFT/SECURITY SYSTEM (VTSS)
To diagnose the Vehicle Theft/Security System
(VTSS), use a DRB IIItscan tool and the proper
Body Diagnostic Procedures Manual.
SERVICE PROCEDURES
SENTRY KEY IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM
INITIALIZATION
The Sentry Key Immobilizer System (SKIS) initial-
ization should be performed following a Sentry Key
Immobilizer Module (SKIM) replacement.
It can be summarized by the following:
(1) Obtain the vehicles unique PIN number
assigned to it's original SKIM from the vehicle
owner, the vehicle's invoice or from Daimler-
Chrysler's Customer Center.
(2) With the DRB IIItscan tool, select ªTheft
Alarm,º ªSKIM,º Miscellaneous.º Select ªSKIM Mod-ule Replacedº function and the DRB llltwill prompt
you through the following steps.
(3) Enter secured access mode using the unique
four digit PIN number.
(4) Program the vehicle's VIN number into the
SKIM's memory.
(5) Program the country code into the SKIM's
memory (U. S.).
(6) Transfer the vehicle's unique Secret Key data
from the PCM. This process will require the SKIM to
be insecured access mode. The PIN number must
be entered into the DRB IIItbefore the SKIM will
entersecured access mode. Oncesecured access
modeis active, the SKIM will remain in that mode
for 60 seconds.
(7) Program all customer keys into the SKIM's
memory. This required that the SKIM be insecured
access modeThe SKIM will immediately exit
secured access modeafter each key is pro-
grammed.
NOTE: SECURED ACCESS MODE is not required to
query the programmed status of the key.
NOTE: If a PCM is replaced, the unique ªSecret
Keyº data must be transferred from the SKIM to the
PCM. This procedure requires the SKIM to be
placed in SECURED ACCESS MODE using the four
digit PIN code.
SENTRY KEY IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM
TRANSPONDER PROGRAMMING
Three programmed Sentry Key transponders are
included with the Sentry Key Immobilizer System
(SKIS) when it is shipped from the factory. The Sen-
try Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM) can be pro-
grammed to recognize up to five additional
transponders, for a total of eight Sentry Keys. The
following ªCustomer Learnº programming procedure
for the programming of additional transponders
requires access to at least two of the valid Sentry
Keys. If two valid Sentry Keys are not available, Sen-
try Key programming will require the use of a DRB
IIItscan tool.
CUSTOMER LEARN PROGRAMMING
(1) Obtain the additional Sentry Key transponder
blank(s) that are to be programmed for the vehicle.
Cut the additional Sentry Key transponder blanks to
match the ignition lock cylinder mechanical key
codes.
(2) Insert one of the two valid Sentry Key tran-
sponders into the ignition switch and turn the igni-
tion switch to the ON position.
Fig. 3 Battery Negative Cable Remove/Install
1 ± NEGATIVE CABLE
2 ± NEGATIVE BATTERY POST
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DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING (Continued)

NO FASTEN SEAT BELT LAMP WHEN IGNITION
SWITCH IS ON
(1) Check for battery feed at cluster harness con-
nector Pin 21.
(2) Check for ignition feed at cluster harness con-
nector Pin 15. Repair as necessary.
NO TONE WHEN HEADLAMPS ARE ON AND
DRIVERS DOOR IS OPEN
(1) Check left door jamb switch for good ground
when drivers door is open.
(2) Check for ground at Pin 10.
(3) Check for battery feed at cluster harness con-
nector Pin 21.
(4) Check for NO voltage at Pin 14. Ignition volt-
age must not be present for the chime to work.
(5) Check headlamp switch.
NO TONE WHEN KEY IS LEFT IN IGNITION AND
DRIVERS DOOR IS OPEN
(1) Check for continuity to ground at Pin 23 of the
cluster harness connector. If OK, go to Step 3. If not
OK, repair as necessary.
(2) Using voltmeter, check for battery feed at Pin
21 of the cluster harness connector. Check for NO
ignition feed at Pin 15 of the cluster harness connec-
tor. If OK, go to Step 3. If not OK, repair as neces-
sary.
(3) Open driver's door and ensure the ignition key
is in the OFF or ACC position. Check for continuity
to ground at Pin 10 of the cluster harness connector.
If ground OK, replace cluster printed circuit board. If
no ground, check key-in switch or door switch wiring
and repair as necessary.
CHIMES CONTINUE WHEN HEADLAMPS ARE
TURNED OFF AND/OR KEY IS REMOVED FROM
IGNITION
Check for ground at Pin 10. If grounded the chime
should activate. Make sure the door is closed, key isin ignition and parking lamps are OFF. If ground is
still present check door switch, key in switch, head-
lamp switch and repair as necessary.
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
CHIME
The functions previously performed by the chime
module are now part of the smart cluster. There is no
servicable part of the instrument cluster chime func-
tion. Replacement of the instrument cluster is neces-
sary. Refer to Group 8E-Instrument Panel and
Systems, Instrument Cluster Removal and Installa-
tion.
SEAT BELT BUCKLE
Refer to Group 23-Body, Front Seat Belt Buckle
Removal and Installation.
HEADLAMP SWITCH
Refer to Group 8J-Turn Signal and Hazard Warn-
ing Systems, Multi-Function Switch Removal and
Installation.
KEY-IN SWITCH
The Key-in switch is built into the ignition switch
assembly. Should the Key-in switch require service,
the ignition switch assembly must be replaced. Refer
to Group 8D-Ignition System, Ignition Switch
Removal and Installation.
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DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING (Continued)

(7) Install the wire and terminal in the connector.
Fully seat the terminal in the connector.
(8) Push in the single lock tab on the side of the
connector (Fig. 12).
TERMINAL/CONNECTOR REPAIR- AUGAT
CONNECTORS
(1) Disconnect battery.
(2) Disconnect the connector from its mating half/
component.
(3) Push down on the yellow connector locking tab
to release the terminals (Fig. 13).
(4) Using special tool 6932, push the terminal to
remove it from the connector (Fig. 14).(5) Repair or replace the connector or terminal as
necessary.
(6) When re-assembling the connector, the locking
wedge must be placed in the locked position to pre-
vent terminal push out.CONNECTOR REPLACEMENT
(1) Disconnect battery.
(2) Disconnect the connector that is to be repaired
from its mating half/component.
(3) Remove the connector locking wedge, if
required (Fig. 15).
(4) Position the connector locking finger away from
the terminal using the proper pick from special tool
Fig. 12 Single Lock Tab
1 ± SINGLE LOCK TAB
Fig. 13 Augat Connector Repair
1 ± LOCKING TAB
2 ± CONNECTOR
Fig. 14 Using Special Tool 6932
1 ± SPECIAL TOOL 6932
2 ± CONNECTOR
Fig. 15 Connector Locking Wedge
1 ± CONNECTOR
2 ± CONNECTOR LOCKING WEDGE TAB
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SERVICE PROCEDURES (Continued)

kit 6680. Pull on the wire to remove the terminal
from the connector (Fig. 16) (Fig. 17).
(5) Reset the terminal locking tang, if it has one.
(6) Insert the removed wire in the same cavity on
the repair connector.
(7) Repeat steps four through six for each wire in
the connector, being sure that all wires are inserted
into the proper cavities. For additional connector pin-
out identification, refer to the wiring diagrams.
(8) Insert the connector locking wedge into the
repaired connector, if required.
(9) Connect connector to its mating half/compo-
nent.
(10) Connect battery and test all affected systems.CONNECTOR AND TERMINAL REPLACEMENT
(1) Disconnect battery.
(2) Disconnect the connector (that is to be
repaired) from its mating half/component.
(3) Cut off the existing wire connector directly
behind the insulator. Remove six inches of tape from
the harness.
(4) Stagger cut all wires on the harness side at 1/2
inch intervals (Fig. 18).
(5) Remove 1 inch of insulation from each wire on
the harness side.
(6) Stagger cut the matching wires on the repair
connector assembly in the opposite order as was done
on the harness side of the repair. Allow extra length
for soldered connections. Check that the overall
length is the same as the original (Fig. 18).
(7) Remove 1 inch of insulation from each wire.
(8) Place a piece of heat shrink tubing over one
side of the wire. Be sure the tubing will be long
enough to cover and seal the entire repair area.
(9) Spread the strands of the wire apart on each
part of the exposed wires.
(10) Push the two ends of wire together until the
strands of wire are close to the insulation.
(11) Twist the wires together.
(12) Solder the connection together using rosin
core type solder only.Do not use acid core solder.
(13) Center the heat shrink tubing over the joint
and heat using a heat gun. Heat the joint until the
tubing is tightly sealed and sealant comes out of both
ends of the tubing.
(14) Repeat steps 8 through 13 for each wire.
(15) Re-tape the wire harness starting 1-1/2 inches
behind the connector and 2 inches past the repair.
(16) Re-connect the repaired connector.
Fig. 16 Terminal Removal
1 ± CONNECTOR
2 ± FROM SPECIAL TOOL KIT 6680
Fig. 17 Terminal Removal Using Special Tool
1 ± FROM SPECIAL TOOL KIT 6680
2 ± CONNECTOR
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SERVICE PROCEDURES (Continued)

(17) Connect the battery, and test all affected sys-
tems.
TERMINAL REPLACEMENT
(1) Disconnect battery.
(2) Disconnect the connector being repaired from
its mating half. Remove connector locking wedge, if
required (Fig. 19).
(3) Remove connector locking wedge, if required
(Fig. 19).
(4) Position the connector locking finger away from
the terminal using the proper pick from special toolkit 6680. Pull on the wire to remove the terminal
from the connector (Fig. 20) (Fig. 21).
(5) Cut the wire 6 inches from the back of the con-
nector.
(6) Remove 1 inch of insulation from the wire on
the harness side.
(7) Select a wire from the terminal repair assem-
bly that best matches the color wire being repaired.
(8) Cut the repair wire to the proper length and
remove 1 inch of insulation.
(9) Place a piece of heat shrink tubing over one
side of the wire. Make sure the tubing will be long
enough to cover and seal the entire repair area.
(10) Spread the strands of the wire apart on each
part of the exposed wires.
Fig. 18 Stagger Cutting Wires
1 ± REPAIR SIDE WIRES
2 ± STAGER CUTS
3 ± HARNESS WIRES
Fig. 19 Connector Locking Wedge Tab (Typical)
1 ± CONNECTOR
2 ± CONNECTOR LOCKING WEDGE TAB
Fig. 20 Terminal Removal
1 ± CONNECTOR
2 ± FROM SPECIAL TOOL KIT 6680
Fig. 21 Terminal Removal Using Special Tool
1 ± FROM SPECIAL TOOL KIT 6680
2 ± CONNECTOR
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SERVICE PROCEDURES (Continued)

(11) Push the two ends of wire together until the
strands of wire are close to the insulation.
(12) Twist the wires together.
(13) Solder the connection together using rosin
core type solder only.Do not use acid core solder.
(14) Center the heat shrink tubing over the joint
and heat using a heat gun. Heat the joint until the
tubing is tightly sealed and sealant comes out of both
ends of the tubing.
(15) Insert the repaired wire into the connector.
(16) Install the connector locking wedge, if
required, and reconnect the connector to its mating
half/component.
(17) Re-tape the wire harness starting 1-1/2 inches
behind the connector and 2 inches past the repair.
(18) Connect battery, and test all affected systems.
DIODE REPLACEMENT
(1) Disconnect the battery.
(2) Locate the diode in the harness, and remove
the protective covering.
(3) Remove the diode from the harness, pay atten-
tion to the current flow direction (Fig. 22).(4) Remove the insulation from the wires in the
harness. Only remove enough insulation to solder in
the new diode.
(5) Install the new diode in the harness, making
sure current flow is correct. If necessary refer to the
appropriate wiring diagram for current flow.
(6) Solder the connection together using rosin core
type solder only.Do not use acid core solder.
(7) Tape the diode to the harness using electrical
tape making, sure the diode is completely sealed
from the elements.
(8) Re-connect the battery, and test affected sys-
tems.
Fig. 22 Diode Identification
1 ± CURRENT FLOW
2 ± BAND AROUND DIODE INDICATES CURRENT FLOW
3 ± DIODE AS SHOWN IN THE DIAGRAMS
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SERVICE PROCEDURES (Continued)

make sure the dye is thoroughly mixed as indicated
with a bright yellow color under a black light.
(3) Using a black light, inspect the entire engine
for fluorescent dye, particularly at the suspected area
of oil leak. If the oil leak is found and identified,
repair per service manual instructions.
(4) If dye is not observed, drive the vehicle at var-
ious speeds for approximately 24 km (15 miles), and
repeat inspection.
(5)If the oil leak source is not positively
identified at this time, proceed with the air leak
detection test method as follows:
²Disconnect the fresh air hose (makeup air) at
the cylinder head cover and plug or cap the nipple on
the cover.
²Remove the PCV valve hose from the cylinder
head cover. Cap or plug the PCV valve nipple on the
cover.
²Attach an air hose with pressure gauge and reg-
ulator to the dipstick tube.
CAUTION: Do not subject the engine assembly to
more than 20.6 kpa (3 PSI) of test pressure.
²Gradually apply air pressure from 1 psi to 2.5
psi maximum while applying soapy water at the sus-
pected source. Adjust the regulator to the suitable
test pressure that provides the best bubbles which
will pinpoint the leak source. If the oil leak is
detected and identified, repair per service manual
procedures.
²If the leakage occurs at the crankshaft rear oil
seal area, refer to the section, Inspection for Rear
Seal Area Leak.
(6) If no leaks are detected, turn off the air supply.
Remove the air hose, all plugs, and caps. Install the
PCV valve and CCV hose. Proceed to next step.
(7) Clean the oil off the suspect oil leak area using
a suitable solvent. Drive the vehicle at various
speeds approximately 24 km (15 miles). Inspect the
engine for signs of an oil leak by using a black light.
INSPECTION FOR REAR SEAL AREA LEAKS
Since it is sometimes difficult to determine the
source of an oil leak in the rear seal area of theengine, a more involved inspection is necessary. The
following steps should be followed to help pinpoint
the source of the leak.
If the leakage occurs at the crankshaft rear oil seal
area:
(1) Disconnect the battery.
(2) Raise the vehicle.
(3) Remove torque converter or clutch housing
cover and inspect rear of block for evidence of oil.
Use a black light to check for the oil leak. If a leak is
present in this area remove transmission for further
inspection.
(a) Circular spray pattern generally indicates
seal leakage or crankshaft damage.
(b) Where leakage tends to run straight down,
possible causes are a porous block, oil galley cup
plug, bedplate to cylinder block mating surfaces
and seal bore. See proper repair procedures for
these items.
(4) If no leaks are detected, pressurized the crank-
case as previously described.
CAUTION: Do not exceed 20.6 kPa (3 psi).
(5) If the leak is not detected, very slowly turn the
crankshaft and watch for leakage. If a leak is
detected between the crankshaft and seal while
slowly turning the crankshaft, it is possible the
crankshaft seal surface is damaged. The seal area on
the crankshaft could have minor nicks or scratches
that can be polished out with emery cloth.
CAUTION: Use extreme caution when crankshaft
polishing is necessary to remove minor nicks and
scratches. The crankshaft seal flange is especially
machined to complement the function of the rear oil
seal.
(6) For bubbles that remain steady with shaft
rotation, no further inspection can be done until dis-
assembled.
(7) After the oil leak root cause and appropriate
corrective action have been identified, refer to Crank-
shaft Oil SealÐRear for proper replacement proce-
dures.
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DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING (Continued)