2000 DODGE NEON open hood

LICENSE PLATE LAMP BULB
REMOVAL
(1) Remove screws attaching license plate lamp to
rear bumper (Fig. 5).
(2) Remove lamp from bumper.
(3) Remove bulb socket from lamp.
(4) Pull bulb from socket.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install bulb into socket.
(2) Install bulb socket into lamp.
(3) Place lamp in position.
(4) Install screws attaching license plate lamp to
rear bumper.
UNDERHOOD LAMP BULB
REMOVAL
(1) Remove lens.
(2) Remove bulb hood lamp socket (Fig. 6).
INSTALLATION
(1) Install bulb in the hood lamp socket.
(2) Install lens.
REAR CARGO LAMP BULB
REMOVAL
(1) Open decklid and locate lamp in the rear shelf
panel.
(2) Insert a trim stick or small flat blade between
the lamp lens and rear shelf reinforcement panel.
(3) Pry the lamp lens downward.
(4) Pull bulb from socket.
INSTALLATION
(1) Push bulb into socket.
(2) Position the lamp in the rear shelf reinforce-
ment panel and snap into place.
DOME LAMP BULB
REMOVAL
(1) Insert a trim stick between the dome lamp
bezel and dome lamp lens.
(2) Carefully swing down one side the lamp lens.
(3) Remove bulb from lamp socket.
INSTALLATION
(1) Push bulb in socket and snap into place.
(2) Position lens on lamp and snap into place.
TRANSAXLE RANGE INDICATOR LAMP BULB
REMOVAL
(1) Remove floor console.
(2) Remove wiring and socket from Transaxle
Range Indicator.
(3) Remove bulb from socket.
Fig. 5 License Plate Lamp
1 ± LICENSE PLATE LAMP
2 ± BULB
Fig. 6 Hood Lamp
1 ± UNDER HOOD LAMP SWITCH
2 ± HOOD
3 ± LAMP WIRE CONNECTOR
4 ± LAMP
5 ± LENS
8L - 10 LAMPSPL
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)

LAMP SERVICE
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
LAMP ASSEMBLIES.......................12
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
HEADLAMP MODULE.....................12
FOG LAMP..............................13
PARK AND TURN SIGNAL LAMP BULB........13
FRONT SIDE MARKER LAMP...............13
CENTER HIGH MOUNTED STOP LAMP
(CHMSL)..............................14TAIL, STOP AND TURN SIGNAL LAMP........14
LICENSE PLATE LAMP....................14
UNDERHOOD LAMP......................14
REAR CARGO LAMP......................15
DOME LAMP............................15
GLOVE BOX LAMP BULB..................15
FLOOR CONSOLE LAMP BULB..............15
VISOR VANITY LAMP......................15
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
LAMP ASSEMBLIES
The lamp assemblies or modules generally consist
of a housing, reflector(s) and lens that directs a light
source. Vehicles use many different types of lamps:
²Headlamp
²Fog Lamp
²Tail Lamp
²Stop Lamp
²Turn Signal Lamp
²Back up Lamp
²Dome Lamp
²Transaxle Range Indicator Lamp (PRNDL)
²Glove Box Lamp
²Floor Console Lamp
²Rear Cargo Lamp
²Visor Vanity Lamp
²Underhood Lamp
²etc.
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
HEADLAMP MODULE
REMOVAL
(1) Release hood latch and open hood.
(2) Remove screws attaching headlamp module to
upper crossmember.
(3) Remove headlamp module from vehicle.
(4) Disconnect wire connectors from back of head-
lamp module.
(5) Remove headlamp module (Fig. 1).
INSTALLATION
CAUTION: Do not touch the glass of halogen bulbs
with fingers or other possibly oily surface, reduced
bulb life will result.
(1) Connect wire connectors to the back of head-
lamp module.
(2) Place headlamp module in position.
(3) Install screws attaching headlamp module to
upper crossmember.
(4) Close hood.
8L - 12 LAMPSPL

CENTER HIGH MOUNTED STOP LAMP
(CHMSL)
REMOVAL
(1) Release deck lid latch and open deck lid.
(2) Remove socket and bulb from lamp.
(3) Remove screws attaching center high mounted
stop lamp to deck lid (Fig. 3).
(4) Remove CHMSL from deck lid.
INSTALLATION
(1) Place CHMSL into position on deck lid.
(2) Install screws attaching center high mounted
stop lamp to deck lid.
(3) Install socket and bulb from lamp.
(4) Close deck lid.
TAIL, STOP AND TURN SIGNAL LAMP
REMOVAL
(1) Release deck lid latch and open deck lid.
(2) Move trunk lining as necessary from rear clo-
sure panel to gain access to back of tail lamp.
(3) Remove nuts attaching tail lamp to the rear
closure panel (Fig. 4).
(4) Remove lamp housing from vehicle.
INSTALLATION
(1) Place lamp housing into position.
(2) Install nuts attaching tail lamp to the rear clo-
sure panel.(3) Reposition trunk lining to rear closure panel.
(4) Close deck lid.
LICENSE PLATE LAMP
REMOVAL
(1) Remove screws attaching license plate lamp to
rear bumper (Fig. 5).
(2) Remove lamp from bumper.
(3) Remove bulb socket from lamp.
(4) Remove lamp.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install bulb socket into lamp.
(2) Place lamp in position.
(3) Install screws attaching license plate lamp to
rear bumper.
UNDERHOOD LAMP
REMOVAL
(1) Open and support hood.
(2) Remove lens lamp.
(3) Remove lamp bulb.
(4) Disconnect lamp wire connector.
(5) Remove the screw attaching lamp to hood.
(6) Remove lamp from vehicle.
Fig. 3 Center High Mounted Stop Lamp
1 ± DECKLID
2 ± CHMSL LAMP BULB
3 ± LAMP SOCKET
4 ± CHMSL LAMP HOUSING
Fig. 4 Tail and Stop Lamp
1 ± TAIL/STOP/
TURN SIGNAL BACK UP/SIDE MARKER/
LAMP HOUSING
2 ± BACK UP LAMP BULB
3 ± TAIL/STOP/
TURN SIGNAL/ SIDE MARKER LAMP BULB
8L - 14 LAMPSPL
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)

INSTALLATION
(1) Position lamp on hood and install screw.
(2) Connect lamp wire connector.
(3) Install lamp bulb.
(4) Install lens lamp.
(5) Close hood.
REAR CARGO LAMP
REMOVAL
(1) Insert a trim stick or small flat blade between
the lamp lens and rear shelf reinforcement panel.
(2) Pry the lamp lens downward.
(3) Disconnect wire connector.
(4) Remove lamp from vehicle.
INSTALLATION
(1) Place lamp into position.
(2) Connect wire connector.
(3) Install lamp lens.
DOME LAMP
REMOVAL
(1) Insert a trim stick between the dome lamp
bezel and dome lamp lens. Carefully pry down on one
side of the lamp lens.(2) Carefully pull down on lamp lens to remove
lamp from headliner.
(3) Disconnect wire connector.
(4) Remove lamp from vehicle.
INSTALLATION
(1) Place lamp into position.
(2) Connect wire connector.
(3) Install dome lamp and lens.
GLOVE BOX LAMP BULB
REMOVAL
(1) Open glove box door.
(2) Pull downward on lamp/switch assembly to dis-
engage tabs from instrument panel.
(3) Pull bulb from socket.
(4) Disconnect wire connector from lamp and
remove glove box lamp/switch.
INSTALLATION
(1) Push bulb into socket.
(2) Place lamp/switch assembly into position.
(3) Connect wire connector to the lamp/switch.
(4) Push lamp/switch assembly to lock tabs.
(5) Check lamp operation, and close glove door.
FLOOR CONSOLE LAMP BULB
REMOVAL
(1) Using a flat bladed tool, slide it between the
lamp and instrument panel to disengage tabs.
(2) Remove bulb from lamp socket.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install bulb into socket.
(2) Place lamp into position.
(3) Push lamp to lock tabs.
(4) Check lamp operation.
VISOR VANITY LAMP
The visor vanity lamp is incorporated in the visor
assembly. Replace the visor if the lamp has failed.
Fig. 5 License Plate Lamp
1 ± LICENSE PLATE LAMP
2 ± BULB
PLLAMPS 8L - 15
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
8L - 12 LAMPSPL

memory to determine whether a valid key is in the
ignition lock cylinder.
The Sentry Key transponder cannot be repaired
and, if faulty or damaged, it must be replaced.
SENTRY KEY IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM
INDICATOR LAMP
The Sentry Key Immobilizer System (SKIS) uses
the Vehicle Theft Security System (VTSS) indicator
LED to give an indication when the SKIS is faulty or
when the vehicle has been immobilized due to the
use of an invalid ignition key. The LED is controlled
by the instrument cluster circuitry based upon mes-
sages received from the Sentry Key Immobilizer
Module (SKIM) through the Body Control Module
(BCM) on the Programmable Communication Inter-
face (PCI) bus.
The SKIM sends messages to the instrument clus-
ter, via the BCM, to turn the LED on for about three
seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON
position as a bulb test. After completion of the bulb
test, the SKIM sends PCI bus messages to keep the
LED off for a duration of about one second. Then the
SKIM sends messages to the instrument cluster cir-
cuitry to turn the LED on or off based upon the
results of the SKIS self-tests. If the VTSS indicator
LED comes on and stays on after the bulb test, it
indicates that the SKIM has detected a system mal-
function and/or that the SKIS has become inopera-
tive. If the SKIM detects an invalid key when the
ignition switch is turned to the ON position, it sends
messages to the instrument cluster to flash the VTSS
indicator LED.
The SKIM can also send messages to the instru-
ment cluster to flash the LED and to generate a sin-
gle audible chime tone. These functions serve as an
indication to the customer that the SKIS has been
placed in its ªCustomer Learnº programming mode.
See Sentry Key Immobilizer System Transponder
Programming in this group for more information on
the ªCustomer Learnº programming mode.
The VTSS indicator LED uses a replaceable Light
Emitting Diode (LED) on the instrument cluster elec-
tronic circuit board. Refer to Group 8E - Instrument
Panel Systems for Cluster Lamp Removal and Instal-
lation. If the VTSS indicator LED comes on and
stays on after the bulb test function, diagnosis of the
SKIS should be performed with a DRB IIItscan tool
and the proper Body Diagnostic Procedures Manual.
TRIGGERING THE VTSS
After the VTSS is armed, any of the following will
trigger the system:
²Opening any door.
²Opening the hood.
²Removing the trunk lock cylinder.²Turning the ignition to the RUN/START position
with an invalid Sentry Key.
NOTE: The ignition switch can be turned to the
accessory position without triggering the alarm sys-
tem.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
SENTRY KEY IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
BAGS, REFER TO GROUP 8M - PASSIVE
RESTRAINT SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY
STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR
INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR
SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
INJURY.
NOTE: The following tests may not prove conclu-
sive in the diagnosis of this system. The most reli-
able, efficient, and accurate means to diagnose the
Sentry Key Immobilizer System (SKIS) involves the
use of a DRB lllTscan tool and the proper Body
Diagnostic Procedures Manual.
The Sentry Key Immobilizer System (SKIS) and
the Programmable Communication Interface (PCI)
bus network should be diagnosed using a DRB lllt
scan tool. The DRB IIItwill allow confirmation that
the PCI bus is functional, that the Sentry Key Immo-
bilizer Module (SKIM) is placing the proper messages
on the PCI bus, and that the Powertrain Control
Module (PCM) and the instrument cluster are receiv-
ing the PCI bus messages. Refer to the proper Body
Diagnostic Procedures Manual. Refer to Group
8W-Wiring Diagrams for complete circuit descriptions
and diagrams.
(1) Check the fuses in the fuse block. If OK, go to
Step 2. If not OK, repair the shorted circuit or com-
ponent as required and replace the faulty fuse.
(2) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable (Fig. 3). Unplug the wire harness connector at
the SKIM. Check for continuity between the ground
circuit cavity of the SKIM wire harness connector
and a good ground. There should be continuity. If
OK, go to Step 3. If not OK, repair the open circuit to
ground as required.
(3) Connect the battery negative cable. Check for
battery voltage at the fused B(+) circuit cavity of the
SKIM wire harness connector. If OK, go to Step 4. If
not OK, repair the open circuit to the fuse in the fuse
block as required.
8Q - 4 VEHICLE THEFT/SECURITY SYSTEMPL
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION (Continued)

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
DOOR CYLINDER LOCK SWITCH
REMOVAL
(1) Refer to Group 23, Body for door trim and
water shield Removal and Installation.
(2) Remove illuminated entry switch wiring clip
and disconnect connector.
(3) Remove door cylinder lock switch from door
handle.
INSTALLATION
For installation reverse the above procedures.
HOOD AJAR SWITCH
REMOVAL
(1) Open hood.
(2) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
remote cable (Fig. 3).
(3) Using a trim stick (special tool #C-4755) or
equivalent, gently pry switch up and out of mounting
bracket.
(4) Disconnect wire harness connector from hood
ajar switch.
(5) Remove switch from vehicle.
INSTALLATION
For installation reverse above procedures.
SENTRY KEY IMMOBILIZER MODULE (SKIM)
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
BAGS, REFER TO GROUP 8M - PASSIVE
RESTRAINT SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY
STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR
INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR
SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
INJURY.
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
remote cable (Fig. 3).
(2) Remove Lower Instrument Panel Cover. Refer
to Group 8E-Instrument Panel and Systems, Lower
Instrument Panel Cover Removal and Installation.
(3) Remove the steering column upper and lower
shrouds. Refer to Group 8E-Inatrument Panel and
Systems, Steering Column Shroud Removal and
Installation.
(4) Disengage the steering column wire harness
from the Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM).
(5) Remove the two screws securing the SKIM
module to the top of the steering column.
(6) Rotate the SKIM and its mounting bracket
upwards and then to the side away from the steering
Fig. 4 Data Link Connector (DLC) Location
1 ± DATA LINK CONNECTOR (DLC)
2 ± BRAKE PEDAL
Fig. 5 Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM)
Remove/Install
1 ± IGNITION KEY CYLINDER
2 ± STEERING COLUMN
3 ± SENTRY KEY IMMOBILIZER MODULE (SKIM)
4 ± SKIM CONNECTOR
5 ± SKIM ANTENNA
PLVEHICLE THEFT/SECURITY SYSTEM 8Q - 7
SERVICE PROCEDURES (Continued)

Connector
Name/NumberColor Location Fig.
G102 Left Front of
Engine
CompartmentN/S
G103 Right Front of
Engine
Compartment3
G104 Near Engine
Starter MotorN/S
G105 Near Negative
Battery
TerminalN/S
G201 Lower Center
of Instrument
Panel7, 8
G202 Lower Center
of Instrument
Panel7, 8
G203 Lower Center
of Instrument
Panel7, 8
G204 Lower Center
of Instrument
Panel7, 8
G301 Inner Left
Rear Quarter
Panel11
G302 Inner Right
Rear Quarter
Panel12
G303 Inner Left
Rear Quarter
Panel11
G304 At Decklid 17
Generator BK Left Rear of
Engine5
Glove Box
Lamp/SwitchBK Rear of
Lamp/Switch6, 7
Headlamp
Leveling
Switch
(Built-Up-
Export)BK Center of
Instrument
Panel7
High Note
HornBK Right Inner
Fender1
Hood Ajar
SwitchBK Right Side of
Engine
CompartmentN/SConnector
Name/NumberColor Location Fig.
Idle Air Control
MotorBK On Throttle
Body2
Ignition Coil BK Top of Valve
Cover5
Ignition Switch BK Rear of
Switch6
Inlet Air
Temperature
SensorBK Left Front of
Engine
Compartment2
Instrument
ClusterBK Left Side of
Instrument
Panel6
Knock Sensor BK Left Front of
Engine4
Leak
Detection
Pump (Except
Built-Up-
Export)BK Left Rear of
Vehicle13
Left Back-Up
LampBK At Lamp 11
Left City Lamp
(Built-Up-
Export)BK At Lamp N/S
Left Front
Door SpeakerBK At Drivers
Door14
Left Front Fog
LampBK At Lamp N/S
Left Front Side
Marker Lamp
(Except
Built-Up-
Export)NAT At Lamp N/S
Left Front Turn
Signal Lamp
(Built-Up-
Export)NAT At Lamp 2
Left Front
Wheel Speed
SensorBK At Left Front
Wheel
Opening2
Left Headlamp BK At Lamp 2
Left Headlamp
Leveling Motor
(Built-Up-
Export)GY Rear of Left
HeadlampN/S
Left
Instrument
Panel SpeakerBK At Speaker 6
PL8W - 90 CONNECTOR/GROUND LOCATIONS 8W - 90 - 3
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION (Continued)