2000 DODGE NEON hood release

(6) Remove the two bolts attaching the strut to the
steering knuckle (Fig. 1).
(7) Lower the vehicle just enough to open the
hood, but without letting the tires touch the floor.
(8) Remove the three nuts attaching the upper
mount of the strut assembly to the vehicle's strut
tower (Fig. 6).
(9) Remove the strut assembly from the vehicle.
(10) For disassembly and assembly procedures,
refer to STRUT ASSEMBLY in the DISASSEMBLY
AND ASSEMBLY section in this section of this ser-
vice manual group.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install the strut assembly into the strut tower,
aligning the three studs on the strut upper mount
with the holes in strut tower. Install the three
mounting nuts on the studs (Fig. 6). Tighten the
three nuts to a torque of 34 N´m (300 in. lbs.).
(2) Close the hood of the vehicle.
CAUTION: The strut assembly-to-steering knuckle
attaching bolts are serrated and must not be turned
during installation. Install the nuts while holding the
bolts stationary in the steering knuckle.
(3) Position the lower end of the strut assembly in
line with the upper end of the steering knuckle and
align the mounting holes (Fig. 1). Install the two
attaching bolts. The bolts should be installed with so
that the nuts face towards the front of the vehicle
once installed. Install the nuts. Holding the bolts in
place tighten the nuts to a torque of 53 N´m (40 ft.
lbs.) plus an additional 90É turn after the specified
torque is met.(4) If the vehicle is equipped with Antilock brakes
(ABS), attach the ABS wheel speed sensor to the rear
of the strut (rearward ear) using its mounting screw
(Fig. 5). Tighten the mounting screw to a torque of
13 N´m (120 in. lbs.).
(5) Attach the ground strap to the rear of the strut
(forward ear) using its mounting screw (Fig. 5).
Tighten the mounting screw to a torque of 13 N´m
(120 in. lbs.).
(6) Install the tire and wheel assembly. Install and
tighten the wheel mounting nuts in proper sequence
until all nuts are torqued to half specification. Next,
repeat the tightening sequence to the full specified
torque of 135 N´m (100 ft. lbs.).
(7) Lower the vehicle.
STEERING KNUCKLE
NOTE: Before proceeding with this procedure,
review SERVICE WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS at the
beginning of REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in this
section.
REMOVAL
(1) Apply the brakes and hold in place.
(2) Raise the vehicle. Refer to HOISTING in the
LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE group for the
proper lifting procedure.
(3) Remove the front tire and wheel assembly.
(4) While the brakes are applied, loosen and
remove the hub nut on the end of the driveshaft (Fig.
7).
(5) Release the brakes.
Fig. 6 Upper Mounting Nuts
1 ± STRUT TOWER
2 ± MOUNTING NUTS
Fig. 7 Hub Nut
1 ± DRIVESHAFT
2 ± HUB
3 ± HUB NUT
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)

housing does not move, it is improperly installed or
defective.
(3) Route cable to the transaxle and connect cable
end to the clutch release lever and transaxle housing
(Fig. 7).
(4) Install bellhousing cap (Fig. 7).
(5) Install and fasten battery tray.
(6) Install battery and hold-down clamp.
(7) Connect both battery cables.
(8) Verify that the clutch cable is working properly.
CLUTCH INTERLOCK/UPSTOP SWITCH
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect and isolate battery negative cable.
(2) Remove instrument panel assembly. Refer to
Group 8E, Instrument Panel and Systems for the
proper procedure.
(3) Disconnect the clutch interlock/upstop switch
connector (Fig. 9).
NOTE: Proper switch harness routing is critical to
switch durability. Note the harness routing and
location of fasteners intended to keep wires from
contacting pedals.
(4) Remove the interlock/upstop switch assembly
from the brake/clutch pedal bracket assembly by
depressing the four plastic wing tabs on each switch.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install switches into the pedal bracket assem-
bly as shown in (Fig. 9). Route harness as was prior
to removal.
(2) Connect interlock/upstop switch connector.
(3) Install instrument panel assembly. Refer to
Group 8E, Instrument Panel and Systems for the
proper procedure.
(4) Connect battery negative cable.
(5) Verify proper switch operation. Refer to
Description and Operation in this Group.
MODULAR CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL
(1) Raise hood.
(2) Disconnect and isolate both battery cables,
remove battery hold down clamp and bolt, and
remove battery.
(3) Remove air cleaner/throttle body assy. (Fig. 10)
as follows:
(a) Disconnect proportional purge solenoid (PPS)
and crankcase vent hose from throttle body.
(b) Disconnect the Throttle Position Sensor
(TPS) and Idle Air Control (IAC) connectors.
(c) Disconnect throttle body air duct at intake
manifold.
Fig. 8 Clutch Cable at Brake/Clutch Pedal Assembly
1 ± SNAP RING
2 ± CLUTCH PEDAL SPACER
3 ± CLUTCH PEDAL
4 ± CLUTCH CABLE
Fig. 9 Interlock and Upstop Switch Mounting
Locations
1 ± UPSTOP SWITCH
2 ± CLUTCH PEDAL
3 ± INTERLOCK SWITCH
4 ± CONNECTOR
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)

BATTERY
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
GENERAL INFORMATION
INTRODUCTION..........................1
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
BATTERY IGNITION OFF DRAW (IOD).........2
CHARGING TIME REQUIRED................2
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
BATTERY BUILT-IN TEST INDICATOR.........3
BATTERY IGNITION OFF DRAW (IOD).........4
BATTERY LOAD TEST......................6
BATTERY OPEN CIRCUIT VOLTAGE...........7
SERVICE PROCEDURES
BATTERY CHARGING......................7CHARGING COMPLETELY DISCHARGED
BATTERY..............................8
VISUAL INSPECTION......................9
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
BATTERY...............................10
BATTERY THERMOWRAP..................10
BATTERY TRAY..........................11
SPECIFICATIONS
BATTERY SPECIFICATIONS................11
TORQUE...............................11
GENERAL INFORMATION
INTRODUCTION
The battery (Fig. 1) stores, stabilizes, and delivers
electrical current to operate various electrical sys-
tems in the vehicle. The determination of whether a
battery is good or bad is made by its ability to accept
a charge. It also must supply high-amperage current
for a long enough period to be able to start the vehi-
cle. The capability of the battery to store electrical
current comes from a chemical reaction. This reac-
tion takes place between the sulfuric acid solution
(electrolyte) and the lead +/- plates in each cell of the
battery. As the battery discharges, the plates react
with the acid from the electrolyte. When the charging
system charges the battery, the water is converted to
sulfuric acid in the battery. The concentration of acid
in the electrolyte is measured as specific gravity
using a hydrometer. The original equipment (OE)
battery is equipped with a hydrometer (test indica-
tor) built into the battery cover. The specific gravity
indicates the battery's state-of-charge. The OE bat-
tery is sealed and water cannot be added.
The battery is vented to release gases that are cre-
ated when the battery is being charged and discharged.
The battery top, posts, and terminals should be cleaned
when other under hood maintenance is performed.
When the electrolyte level is below the top of the
plates, Yellow/Clear in the test Indicator, the battery
must be replaced. The battery must be completely
charged, and the battery top, posts, and cable clamps
must be cleaned before diagnostic procedures are per-
formed.
Fig. 1 Battery Location
1 ± BATTERY
2 ± LEFT STRUT TOWER
3 ± PDC
4 ± THROTTLE BODY
5 ± AIR CLEANER HOUSING
PLBATTERY 8A - 1

WINDSHIELD WASHER SYSTEM
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
WINDSHIELD WASHER NOZZLE(S)............8
WINDSHIELD WASHER SYSTEM.............8
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
WINDSHIELD WASHER SYSTEM.............9REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
WINDSHIELD WASHER HOSE................9
WINDSHIELD WASHER NOZZLES.............9
WINDSHIELD WASHER RESERVOIR..........10
WINDSHIELD WASHER PUMP...............10
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
WINDSHIELD WASHER NOZZLE(S)
This model is equipped with two hood mounted
washer nozzles. Each nozzle emits two streams into the
wiper pattern (Fig. 1). If the nozzle performance is
unsatisfactory they can be adjusted. To adjust insert a
pin into the nozzle ball and move to proper pattern (Fig.
2). The right and left nozzles are identical.
WINDSHIELD WASHER SYSTEM
All models are equipped with electrically operated
windshield washer pumps. The wash function can be
accessed in the OFF position of the wiper control
switch. Holding the wash button depressed when the
switch is in the OFF position will operate the wipers
and washer motor pump continuously until the
washer button is released. Releasing the button will
stop the washer pump but the wipers will complete
the current wipe cycle. Followed by an average of two
more wipe cycles (61) before the wipers park and the
module turns off.
The electric pump assembly is mounted directly to
the reservoir. A permanently lubricated motor is cou-
pled to a rotor type pump. Fluid, gravity fed from the
reservoir, is forced by the pump through rubber hoses
to the hood mounted nozzles which direct the fluid
streams to the windshield.
The pump and reservoir are serviced as separate
assemblies (Fig. 3).
Fig. 1 Windshield Washer Nozzle - Typical
1 ± HOOD
2 ± ADJUST WITH A PIN
3 ± NOZZLE
4 ± FWD
Fig. 2 Windshield Washer Pattern - Typical
1 ± NOZZLE AIR TARGET
Fig. 3 Windshield Washer Reservoir
1 ± WINDSHIELD WASHER PUMP
2 ± SPEED CONTROL VACUUM RESERVOIR
3 ± WINDSHIELD WASHER HOSE
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DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
WINDSHIELD WASHER SYSTEM
Whenever a windshield washer malfunction occurs,
first verify that the windshield washer wire harnessis properly connected to all connectors before starting
normal diagnosis and repair procedures. Refer to
Windshield Washer System Test table.
WINDSHIELD WASHER SYSTEM TEST
CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTION
PUMP RUNS NO FLUID
FLOWING.1. NO FLUID IN THE
RESERVOIR.
2. NOZZLE PLUGGED
OR FROZEN.
3. BROKEN, LOOSE OR
PINCHED HOSE.
4. FAULTY PUMP.1. FILL RESERVOIR.
2. THAW AND CHECK FLOW IF BLOCKED
3. CHECK FLOW THROUGH HOSE CONNECTIONS.
4. APPLY BATTERY VOLTAGE TO MOTOR
TERMINALS, REPLACE IF PUMP DOES NOT RUN.
SYSTEM OPERATES
INTERMITTENTLY.1. LOOSE WIRE
CONNECTION.
2. FAULTY SWITCH.1. CHECK WIRE CONNECTIONS.
2. DISCONNECT WIRE HARNESS USE
VOLTMETER TO CHECK SWITCH.
SYSTEM OUTPUT IS
LOW.1. PINCHED HOSE.
2. HOSE BLOCKED.1. CHECK FLOW THROUGH HOSE CONNECTION.
2. DISCONNECT HOSE AT NOZZLE AND Y
CONNECTOR CHECK FOR FLOW. REPLACE ASS
NECESSARY.
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
WINDSHIELD WASHER HOSE
REMOVAL
For damaged or plugged windshield washer hose,
remove the effected piece of hose and replace routing
hose the same way as removed (Fig. 4).
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures.
WINDSHIELD WASHER NOZZLES
REMOVAL
(1) Open hood.
(2) Disconnect the windshield washer hose from
the underside of the washer nozzle.
(3) Using a plastic body filler spreader or equiva-
lent (credit card), gently place it underneath the
front of the washer nozzle. Be careful not to damage
the hood seal underneath the nozzle.
(4) Rock the nozzle back and forth slightly to
release it from the hood panel.
INSTALLATION
(1) For installation, reverse the above procedures.
(2) After connecting hose, check for proper system
function and to assure leak free connections by actu-
ating the washer system switch from inside of vehi-
cle.
Fig. 4 Windshield Washer Hose
PLWINDSHIELD WIPER and WASHER SYSTEMS 8K - 9

LAMP BULB SERVICE
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
BULB...................................7
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
HEADLAMP BULB.........................7
FOG LAMP BULB..........................8
PARK AND TURN SIGNAL LAMP BULB.........8
FRONT SIDE MARKER LAMP BULB...........9
CENTER HIGH MOUNTED STOP LAMP BULB....9
TAIL, STOP, BACK-UP AND TURN SIGNAL
LAMP BULB............................9LICENSE PLATE LAMP BULB...............10
UNDERHOOD LAMP BULB.................10
REAR CARGO LAMP BULB.................10
DOME LAMP BULB.......................10
TRANSAXLE RANGE INDICATOR LAMP BULB . . 10
GLOVE BOX LAMP BULB...................11
FLOOR CONSOLE LAMP BULB..............11
VISOR VANITY LAMP BULB.................11
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
BULB
The electric light bulb is a source of electromag-
netic radiation which generates light. Vehicles use
many different types of bulbs:
²Headlamp bulb
²Fog Lamp bulb
²Tail Lamp bulb
²Stop Lamp bulb
²Turn Signal bulb
²Back up Lamp bulb
²Dome Lamp bulb
²Transaxle Range Indicator Lamp bulb (PRNDL)
²Glove Box Lamp bulb
²Floor Console Lamp bulb
²Rear Cargo Lamp bulb
²Visor Vanity Lamp bulb
²Underhood Lamp bulb
²etc.
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
HEADLAMP BULB
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 connector from back of head-
lamp bulb.
(5) Rotate retaining ring counterclockwise one
quarter turn.
(6) Remove retaining ring from headlamp module.
(7) Remove bulb from 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) Install bulb into headlamp module.
(2) Install retaining ring to headlamp module.
(3) Rotate retaining ring clockwise one quarter
turn.
(4) Connect wire connector to the back of head-
lamp bulb.
(5) Place headlamp module in position.
(6) Install screws attaching headlamp module to
upper crossmember.
(7) Close hood.
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FOG LAMP BULB
REMOVAL
(1) Remove nuts attaching fog lamp to fascia.
(2) Disconnect wire connector from fog lamp.
(3) Remove bulb from lamp (Fig. 2).
INSTALLATION
CAUTION: Do not touch the glass of halogen bulbs
with fingers or other possibly oily surface, reduced
bulb life will result.
(1) Install bulb into lamp.
(2) Connect wire connector to the fog lamp.
(3) Install nuts attaching fog lamp to fascia.
PARK AND TURN SIGNAL LAMP BULB
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 connector from back of park
and turn signal lamp bulb.
(5) Remove bulb from headlamp module (Fig. 1).
INSTALLATION
(1) Install bulb into headlamp module.
(2) Connect wire connector to the back of park and
turn signal lamp bulb.
(3) Place headlamp module in position.
(4) Install screws attaching headlamp module to
upper crossmember.
(5) Close hood.
Fig. 1 Headlamp Bulb
1 ± FENDER
2 ± HEADLAMP MODULE3 ± HEADLAMP TO FENDER RETAINER
4 ± JACKSCREWS
Fig. 2 Fog Lamp
1 ± FRONT SIDE MARKER
2 ± FRONT FASCIA
3 ± BULB
4 ± FOG LAMP
5 ± BULB
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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