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CONTENTS
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DIAGNOSIS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 GENERAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

SERVICE PROCEDURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

GENERAL INFORMATION
Following are general descriptions of major instrument panel components. Refer to Group 8W - Wiring Diagrams for complete circuit descriptions and diagrams.

INSTRUMENT PANEL
Modular instrument panel construction allows all gauges and controls to be serviced from the front of the panel. In addition, most instrument panel wiring or heater and air conditioning components can be accessed without complete instrument panel removal. If necessary, the instrument panel can be rolled-down and removed from the vehicle as an assembly. Removal of the instrument cluster bezel allows access to the cluster assembly, switches, the climate controls, and the radio. Removal of the cluster assembly allows access to the individual gauges, illumination and indicator lamp bulbs, printed circuits, and most wiring. Removal of the lower instrument panel allows access to heater and air conditioning components, and other wiring and electrical components. Removal of the steering column cover provides access to the steering column mounts, the intermittent wipe module, and the gear selector (auto trans) indicator cable. Models equipped with a drivers-side airbag restraint have a knee blocker and reinforcement behind the steering column cover.

Fig. 1 Standard Cluster

INSTRUMENT CLUSTERS
Two basic instrument cluster options are offered on Dakota models. One is referred to as a standard cluster (Fig. 1), and the other is referred to as a optional cluster (Fig. 2). Each cluster is served by a printed circuit and two wiring connectors. Some variations of each cluster exist due to optional equipment and regulatory requirements. The standard cluster includes the following gauges: coolant temperature gauge fuel gauge gear selector indicator (auto trans) oil pressure gauge speedometer/odometer trip odometer

Fig. 2 Optional Cluster

voltmeter. The standard cluster includes provisions for the following indicator lamps: airbag indicator lamp anti-lock brake system lamp brake warning lamp four-wheel drive indicator lamp (located on transfer case shift bezel) headlamp high beam indicator lamp

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FUEL GAUGE The fuel gauge gives an indication of the level of fuel in the fuel tank. The fuel gauge sending unit has a float attached to a swing-arm in the fuel tank. The float moves up or down within the fuel tank as fuel level changes. As the float moves, an electrical contact on the swing-arm wipes across a resistor coil, which changes sending unit resistance. High sending unit resistance causes low fuel level readings. Low resistance causes high fuel level readings. Sending unit resistance values are shown in a chart in Specifications. GEAR SELECTOR INDICATOR The gear selector indicator is used on models with an automatic transmission to show the position of the transmission gear selector lever. The indicator is mechanically actuated by a cable connected to the PRNDL driver of the gear selector lever mechanism on the steering column. Refer to Group 21 - Transmission and Transfer Case for diagnosis, service, and adjustment of this component. OIL PRESSURE GAUGE The oil pressure gauge gives an indication of engine oil pressure. The combination oil pressure sending unit contains a flexible diaphragm. The diaphragm moves in response to changes in engine oil pressure. As the diaphragm moves, resistance increases or decreases. High resistance on the gauge side of the sending unit causes low oil pressure readings. Low resistance causes high oil pressure readings. Sending unit resistance values are shown in a chart in Specifications. SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER The speedometer/odometer gives an indication of vehicle speed and travel distance. The speedometer receives a vehicle speed pulse signal from the Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS). An electronic integrated circuit contained within the speedometer reads and analyzes the pulse signal. It then adjusts the ground path resistance of one electromagnet in the gauge to control needle movement. It also sends signals to an electric stepper motor to control movement of the odometer number rolls. Frequency values for the pulse signal are shown in a chart in Specifications. The VSS is mounted to an adapter near the transmission (two-wheel drive) or transfer case (four-wheel drive) output shaft. The sensor is driven through the adapter by a speedometer pinion gear. The adapter and pinion vary with transmission, transfer case, axle ratio and tire size. Refer to Group 21 - Transmission and Transfer Case for more information. TACHOMETER The tachometer gives an indication of engine speed in Revolutions-Per-Minute (RPM). With the engine

low fuel warning lamp low oil pressure warning lamp low washer fluid warning lamp malfunction indicator (Check Engine) lamp seat belt reminder lamp transmission oil temperature warning lamp (snow plow prep package w/auto trans - located on steering column cover) turn signal indicator lamps upshift indicator lamp. The optional cluster includes all of the gauges and indicator lamps found in the standard cluster, but adds a analog tachometer. Some of the standard cluster gauges and indicator lamps have different positions or sizes in the optional cluster to accommodate the tachometer.

GAUGES
With the ignition switch in the ON or START position, voltage is supplied to all gauges through the instrument cluster printed circuit. With the ignition switch in the OFF position, voltage is not supplied to the gauges. A gauge pointer may remain within the gauge scale after the ignition switch is OFF. However, the gauges do not accurately indicate any vehicle condition unless the ignition switch is ON. All gauges except the odometer are air core magnetic units. Two fixed electromagnetic coils are located within the gauge. These coils are wrapped at right angles to each other around a movable permanent magnet. The movable magnet is suspended within the coils on one end of a shaft. The gauge needle is attached to the other end of the shaft. One of the coils has a fixed current flowing through it to maintain a constant magnetic field strength. Current flow through the second coil changes, which causes changes in its magnetic field strength. The current flowing through the second coil can be changed by: a variable resistor-type sending unit (fuel level, coolant temperature, or oil pressure) changes in electrical system voltage (voltmeter) electronic control circuitry (speedometer/odometer, tachometer). The gauge needle moves as the movable permanent magnet aligns itself to the changing magnetic fields created around it by the electromagnets.

COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE The coolant temperature gauge gives an indication of engine coolant temperature. The coolant temperature sending unit is a thermistor that changes electrical resistance with changes in engine coolant temperature. High sending unit resistance causes low coolant temperature readings. Low resistance causes high coolant temperature readings. Sending unit resistance values are shown in a chart in Specifications.

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running, the tachometer drive module receives an engine speed pulse signal from the Powertrain Control Module (PCM). An electronic integrated circuit contained within the tachometer drive module reads and analyzes the pulse signal. It then adjusts the ground path resistance of one electromagnet in the gauge to control needle movement. Frequency values for the pulse signal are shown in a chart in Specifications.

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TRIP ODOMETER The trip odometer is driven by the same electronic integrated circuit as the speedometer/odometer. However, by depressing the trip odometer reset knob on the face of the speedometer, the trip odometer can be reset to zero. The trip odometer is serviced only as a part of the speedometer/odometer gauge assembly. VOLTMETER The voltmeter is connected in parallel with the battery. With the ignition switch ON, the voltmeter indicates battery or generator output voltage, whichever is greater.

two halves of the split brake hydraulic system are unequal. With the ignition switch turned ON, battery voltage is supplied to one side of the indicator bulb. A ground path for the bulb is provided by 3 switches. The bulb will light when: the brake warning switch is closed (indicating unequal brake system hydraulic pressures possibly due to brake fluid leakage) the ignition switch is in the START position (bulb test) the parking brake switch is closed (parking brake is applied). Refer to Group 5 - Brakes for more information.

INDICATOR LAMPS
Indicator lamps are located in several areas of the cluster and instrument panel, depending upon equipment. Those lamps within the cluster area are served by the cluster printed circuit and cluster connectors.

FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE INDICATOR LAMP On vehicles with four-wheel drive, the indicator lamp lights when the transfer case is engaged in the 4H or 4L position. The lamp is located on the transfer case shift lever bezel on the floor of the vehicle. Voltage is supplied to one side of the indicator bulb. A switch in the transfer case is connected to the other side of the indicator bulb. When the switch is closed, a path to ground is provided and the indicator bulb lights. HEADLAMP HIGH BEAM INDICATOR LAMP The high beam indicator lamp is controlled by the headlamp dimmer (multi-function) switch. One side of the indicator bulb is grounded at all times. The other side of the bulb receives battery feed through the contacts of the dimmer switch when the multifunction switch stalk is actuated to turn the headlamp high beams on. Refer to Group 8L - Lamps for more information. LOW FUEL WARNING LAMP The low fuel warning lamp will light when the fuel level falls below approximately 4 gallons. One side of the low fuel warning bulb is grounded at all times. A low fuel warning module attached to the rear of the gauge cluster provides battery voltage to the lamp when the fuel level is low. The low fuel warning module receives a signal from the fuel level sending unit that is directly opposite the signal used for the fuel gauge. In other words, when the fuel level is low, sending unit resistance is low. LOW OIL PRESSURE WARNING LAMP The low oil pressure warning lamp lights with the ignition switch in the ON position and the engine not running. The lamp should be off when the engine is running. Battery voltage is supplied to one side of the indicator bulb when the ignition switch is turned ON. The warning lamp side of the combination oil pressure sending unit is connected to the other side of the bulb. When normal engine oil pressure is applied to the sending unit, resistance on the warning lamp side is high and the lamp goes off. When engine

AIRBAG INDICATOR LAMP The airbag indicator lamp is switched to ground by the Airbag Control Module (ACM). The lamp lights for 6 to 8 seconds each time the ignition switch is turned to the ON position as a bulb test and to indicate a system self-test is in process. If the lamp remains on after the self-test or comes on while driving, it may indicate that the ACM has detected a system malfunction or that the system has become inoperative. Refer to Group 8M - Restraint Systems for more information. ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM LAMP The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) or Rear Wheel Anti-Lock (RWAL) lamp is switched to ground by the ABS or RWAL module. The module lights the lamp when the ignition switch is turned to the START position as a bulb test. The lamp will stay on for 3 to 5 seconds after vehicle start-up to indicate a system self-test is in process. If the lamp remains on after start-up, or comes on and stays on while driving, it may indicate that the ABS or RWAL module has detected a system malfunction or that the system has become inoperative. Refer to Group 5 - Brakes for more information. BRAKE WARNING LAMP The brake warning lamp warns the driver that the parking brake is applied or that the pressures in the

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is only used on vehicles equipped with the snow plow preparation package and an automatic transmission. The lamp is located on the steering column cover.

oil pressure is too low, resistance on the warning lamp side of the sending unit is low, which causes the bulb to light.

LOW WASHER FLUID WARNING LAMP The low washer fluid warning lamp indicates when the fluid level in the washer reservoir is too low. The washer fluid level sensor uses a float in the reservoir to monitor fluid level. The action of the float opens or closes the switch within the sensor that provides a ground path to the lamp bulb. Refer to Group 8K Wiper and Washer Systems for more information. MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP The CHECK ENGINE or Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) lights each time the ignition switch is turned ON, and stays on for 3 seconds as a bulb test. If the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) receives an incorrect signal or no signal from certain fuel or emission system related circuits or components, the lamp is turned on. This will indicate that the PCM has recorded a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) in electronic memory for a circuit or component malfunction. Refer to Group 14 - Fuel System for more information. SEAT BELT REMINDER LAMP The seat belt reminder lamp lights for 4 to 8 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. A timer in the chime/buzzer module controls ignition-switched battery feed to the lamp. Refer to Group 8U - Chime/Buzzer Warning Systems for more information. TRANSMISSION OIL TEMPERATURE WARNING LAMP The transmission oil temperature warning lamp lights to indicate that the transmission oil is overheating. One side of the lamp bulb receives battery voltage when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. The other side of the bulb is grounded by a switch mounted to the transmission cooler line when transmission oil temperature is too high. This lamp

TURN SIGNAL INDICATOR LAMPS The left and right turn signal indicator lamps are controlled by the turn signal and hazard warning (multi-function) switches. One side of the bulb for each lamp is grounded at all times. The other side of the bulb receives battery feed through the contacts of the multi-function switch when the turn signal lever (multi-function switch stalk) or hazard warning button are actuated. Refer to Group 8J - Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Systems for more information. UPSHIFT INDICATOR LAMP Vehicles equipped with manual transmissions (except cab and chassis models) have an optional upshift indicator lamp. Ground feed for the lamp is switched by the Powertrain Control Module (PCM). The lamp lights to indicate when the driver should shift to the next highest gear for best fuel economy. The PCM will turn the lamp off after 3 to 5 seconds if the upshift is not performed. The lamp will remain off until the vehicle stops accelerating and is brought back to the range of lamp operation, or until the transmission is shifted into another gear. The indicator lamp is normally on when the ignition switch is turned ON and is turned off when the engine is started. The lamp will be turned on during vehicle operation according to engine speed and load.

CLUSTER ILLUMINATION LAMPS

All cluster illumination lamps receive battery feed from the instrument lamps fuse in the fuseblock module through the panel dimmer rheostat of the headlamp switch. When the park or headlamps are on, the cluster illumination lamps light. Illumination brightness can be adjusted by rotating the headlamp switch knob (clockwise to dim, counterclockwise to brighten).

DIAGNOSIS GAUGES
If an individual gauge is inoperative, see the diagnostic procedure under the heading for that gauge. If more than one gauge is inoperative, perform the following: (1) Check fuse 14 in the fuseblock module. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, replace fuse. (2) Check for battery voltage at fuse 14 with ignition switch in ON position. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, repair open in circuit from ignition switch and/or refer to Group 8D - Ignition Systems for testing of ignition switch. (3) Turn ignition switch to OFF. Disconnect battery negative cable. Remove instrument cluster bezel and cluster assembly. Disconnect gauge cluster connector 2 (red connector on left side of cluster). (4) Connect battery negative cable. Turn ignition switch to ON. Check for battery voltage at cavity D of cluster connector 2. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, repair open in circuit from fuse 14 as required. (5) Turn ignition switch to OFF. Disconnect battery negative cable. Probe cavity F of cluster connector 2. Check for continuity to a good ground. There should

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be continuity. If OK, replace gauge cluster printed circuit. If not OK, repair open in circuit as required.

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COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE The diagnosis found here addresses an inoperative gauge condition. If the problem being diagnosed is related to gauge accuracy, be certain to confirm that problem is with gauge and not with cooling system performance. Actual engine coolant temperature should be checked with a test gauge or thermometer and compared to gauge readings before you proceed with gauge diagnosis. Refer to Group 7 - Cooling System for more information. (1) Turn ignition switch to ON. Disconnect coolant temperature sending unit connector (Figs. 1 or 2). The gauge needle should move to low end of gauge scale. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, go to step 3. (2) Install a jumper wire from sending unit wiring

(3) Turn ignition switch to OFF. Disconnect battery negative cable. Remove instrument cluster bezel and cluster assembly. Disconnect cluster connector 1 (gray connector on right side of cluster). (4) Probe cavity B of cluster connector 1. Check for continuity to a good ground. There should be no continuity. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, repair short in circuit as required. (5) Still probing cavity B of cluster connector 1, check for continuity to sending unit wiring connector. There should be continuity. If OK, replace gauge. If not OK, repair open in circuit as required.

Fig. 1 Coolant Temperature Sending Unit (2.5L)

FUEL GAUGE The diagnosis found here addresses an inoperative gauge condition. If the problem being diagnosed is related to gauge accuracy, be certain to confirm that problem is with gauge and not with fuel tank. Inspect fuel tank for signs of damage or distortion that could affect sending unit performance before you proceed with gauge diagnosis. Refer to Group 14 - Fuel System for more information. (1) Turn ignition switch to ON. Disconnect fuel gauge sending unit connector. Connector is located on top of the fuel tank. The gauge needle should move to low end of gauge scale. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, go to step 4. (2) Connect a jumper wire between sending unit ground cavity and fuel sensor input cavity in the body half of the fuel gauge sending unit connector (Fig. 3). The gauge needle should move to high end of gauge scale. If OK, refer to Group 14 - Fuel System for procedure to replace sending unit. If not OK, remove jumper wire and go to next step.

Fig. 3 Fuel Gauge Sending Unit Connector

(3) Turn ignition switch to OFF. Disconnect battery negative cable. Check for continuity between sending unit ground cavity in the body half of fuel gauge sending unit connector and a good ground. There should be continuity. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, repair circuit to ground as required. (4) Remove instrument cluster bezel and cluster assembly. Disconnect instrument cluster connector 1 (gray connector on right side of cluster).

Fig. 2 Coolant Temperature Sending Unit (3.9/5.2L)

to ground. The gauge needle should move to high end of gauge scale. If OK, replace sending unit. If not OK, remove jumper wire and go to next step.

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(5) Probe cavity D of cluster connector 1. Check for continuity to a good ground. There should be no continuity. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, repair short circuit as required. (6) Still probing cavity D of cluster connector 1, check for continuity to fuel sensor input cavity of sending unit body half connector. There should be continuity. If OK, replace gauge. If not OK, repair open circuit as required.

GEAR SELECTOR INDICATOR Refer to Group 21 - Transmission and Transfer Case for diagnosis, service, and adjustment of this component. OIL PRESSURE GAUGE The diagnosis found here addresses an inoperative gauge condition. If the problem being diagnosed is related to gauge accuracy, be certain to confirm that problem is with gauge and not with engine oiling system performance. Actual engine oil pressure should be checked with a test gauge and compared to gauge readings before you proceed with gauge diagnosis. Refer to Group 9 - Engines for more information. (1) Turn ignition switch to ON. Disconnect oil pressure sending unit connector (Figs. 4 or 5). The gauge needle should move to low end of gauge scale. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, go to step 3.

Fig. 5 Oil Pressure Switch/Sending Unit (3.9/5.2L)

Fig. 6 Oil Pressure Sending Unit Connector

(4) Probe cavity K of cluster connector 1 and check for continuity to a good ground. There should be no continuity. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, repair short circuit as required. (5) Still probing cavity K of cluster connector 1, check for continuity to cavity 1 of sending unit wire connector (Fig. 6). There should be continuity. If OK, replace gauge. If not OK, repair open circuit as required.

Fig. 4 Oil Pressure Switch/Sending Unit (2.5L)

(2) Install a jumper wire from cavity 1 of sending unit connector (Fig. 6) to ground. The gauge needle should move to high end of gauge scale. If OK, replace sending unit. If not OK, remove jumper wire and go to next step. (3) Turn ignition switch to OFF. Disconnect battery negative cable. Remove instrument cluster bezel and cluster assembly. Disconnect instrument cluster connector 1 (gray connector on right side of cluster).

SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER The diagnosis found here addresses an inoperative gauge condition. If the problem being diagnosed is related to gauge accuracy, be certain to confirm that problem is with gauge and not with incorrect speedometer pinion, axle ratio or tire size. Refer to Group 21 - Transmission and Transfer Case for more information. (1) Perform vehicle speed sensor test as described in the appropriate Powertrain Diagnostic Procedures manual. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, replace vehicle speed sensor. (2) Disconnect battery negative cable. Unplug vehi-

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cle speed sensor, PCM, and daytime running lamp module connectors. Remove instrument cluster bezel and cluster assembly. Disconnect instrument cluster connector 1 (gray connector on right side of cluster). (3) Probe cavity F of cluster connector 1. Check for continuity to a good ground. There should be no continuity. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, repair short circuit as required. (4) Still probing cavity F of cluster connector 1, check for continuity to cavity 1 of vehicle speed sensor connector (Fig. 7). There should be continuity. If OK, replace speedometer/odometer. If not OK, repair open circuit as required.

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Fig. 8 Powertrain Control Module Connector

Fig. 7 Vehicle Speed Sensor Connector

TACHOMETER (1) With engine running, check for tachometer signal at pin 43 of PCM connector (Fig. 8). See Tachometer Calibration chart in Specifications. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, refer to appropriate Powertrain Diagnostic Procedures manual to test PCM. (2) Disconnect battery negative cable. Unplug PCM connector. Remove instrument cluster bezel and cluster assembly. Disconnect instrument cluster connector 2 (red connector on left side of cluster). (3) Probe cavity G of cluster connector 2. Check for continuity to a good ground. There should be no continuity. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, repair short circuit as required. (4) Still probing cavity G of cluster connector 2, check for continuity to cavity 43 of PCM connector. There should be continuity. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, repair open circuit as required. (5) Replace tachometer drive module (Fig. 9) with a known good unit. Test for proper tachometer operation. If not OK, reinstall original tachometer drive module and replace faulty tachometer. If tachometer needle fails to return to zero after ignition switch is turned to OFF position, check for battery voltage at cavity H of cluster connector 2. If not OK, check fuse 6 in fuseblock module and/or repair open circuit to fuse 6.

Fig. 9 Tachometer Drive Module

TRIP ODOMETER If the trip odometer is inoperative, but the speedometer/odometer functions are unaffected, replace speedometer assembly. If speedometer/odometer functions are affected, see Speedometer/Odometer diagnosis in this section. VOLTMETER (1) Turn ignition switch to ON. Voltmeter should read battery voltage. If all gauges except voltmeter are OK, go to next step. If other gauges are inoperative, see Gauges in this section for diagnosis. (2) Using an accurate test voltmeter, measure battery voltage at battery. Compare this reading to instrument cluster voltmeter reading. Now see Voltmeter Calibration chart in Specifications. If voltmeter does not perform to specification, replace voltmeter.

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STANDARD CLUSTER

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OPTIONAL CLUSTER

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INDICATOR LAMPS
If an individual indicator lamp is inoperative, see the diagnostic procedure under the heading for that lamp. If more than one indicator lamp or a combination of lamps and gauges in the instrument cluster is inoperative, see Gauges in this section for diagnosis.

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM LAMP The diagnosis found here addresses an inoperative lamp condition. If the ABS lamp stays on with the ignition switch in the ON position, or comes on and stays on while driving, refer to Group 5 - Brakes for diagnosis. If no ABS problem is found, the following procedure will help locate a short or open in the ABS lamp circuit. (1) Disconnect battery negative cable. Remove instrument cluster bezel and cluster assembly. On models with ABS, remove ABS relay from fuseblock module. Disconnect ABS/RWAL control module connector. (2) Install a jumper wire between cavity J of cluster connector 2 (red connector on left side of cluster) and a good ground. Connect battery negative cable and turn ignition switch to ON. Lamp should light. If OK, remove jumper wire and go to next step. If not OK, replace bulb. (3) Turn ignition switch to OFF. Disconnect battery negative cable and unplug cluster connector 2. Check for continuity between cavity J of cluster connector 2 and a good ground. There should be no continuity. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, repair short circuit as required. (4) Check continuity between cavity J of cluster connector 2 and cavity 2 of RWAL control module connector (Fig. 10), or cavity 24 of ABS control module connector (Fig. 11). There should be continuity. If OK, refer Group 5 - Brakes for diagnosis of RWAL or ABS control module. If not OK, repair open circuit as required.

Fig. 11 ABS Control Module Connector

with the ignition switch in the ON position and the parking brake released, refer to Group 5 - Brakes for diagnosis. If no service brake or parking brake problem is found, the following procedure will help locate a short circuit or faulty switch. (1) Turn ignition switch to START position. Lamp should light. Release ignition switch to ON position. Lamp should go OFF. If not OK, go to next step. (2) Turn ignition switch to OFF position. Unplug brake warning switch connector. Check for continuity between switch terminal and a good ground. There should be no continuity. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, replace brake warning switch. (3) Unplug parking brake switch connector. With parking brake released, check for continuity between switch terminal and a good ground. There should be no continuity. Apply parking brake and check for continuity between switch terminal and a good ground. There should be continuity. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, adjust or replace parking brake switch as required. (4) Check for continuity between metal steering column jacket and a good ground. There should be continuity. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, refer to Group 19 - Steering to check steering column ground clip installation. (5) Disconnect battery negative cable. Unplug ignition switch connector (Fig. 12). While holding ignition switch in START position, check for continuity between ignition switch terminal 3 and a good ground. There should be continuity. Release ignition switch to ON position and check for continuity again at switch terminal 3. There should be no continuity. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, repair ignition switch ground or replace faulty switch as required. (6) Remove instrument cluster bezel and cluster assembly. Connect battery negative cable and ignition switch connector. Do not unplug cluster connectors. Install a jumper wire between cavity L of cluster connector 2 (red connector on left of cluster)

Fig. 10 RWAL Control Module Connector

BRAKE WARNING LAMP The diagnosis found here addresses an inoperative lamp condition. If the brake warning lamp stays on

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Fig. 12 Ignition Switch Connector

and a good ground. Turn ignition switch to ON position. Lamp should light. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, replace faulty bulb. (7) Turn ignition switch to OFF and remove jumper wire. Disconnect battery negative cable. Unplug ignition switch, parking brake switch and brake warning switch connectors. Unplug connector at RWAL or ABS control module (Figs. 10 or 11), as equipped. Unplug cluster connector 2. Check for continuity between cavity L of cluster connector 2 and a good ground. There should be no continuity. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, repair short circuit as required. (8) Check for continuity between cavity L of cluster connector 2 and the following points: parking brake switch connector brake warning switch connector ignition switch connector cavity 3 RWAL control module connector cavity 6 ABS control module connector cavity 25. In each case there should be continuity. If not OK, repair open circuit as required.

open circuit to fuse 16 as required. (5) Turn ignition switch to OFF position. Transfer case switch connector still unplugged. Check for continuity between cavity 1 (dark green/gray wire) of lamp socket to a good ground. There should be no continuity. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, repair short circuit as required. (6) Check for continuity between cavity 1 (dark green/gray wire) of lamp socket and cavity l (dark green/yellow wire) of transfer case switch connector. There should be continuity. If OK, replace bulb. If not OK, repair open circuit to transfer case switch as required.

HEADLAMP HIGH BEAM INDICATOR LAMP (1) Check that headlamp high beams are functional. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, refer to Group 8L - Lamps for diagnosis of headlamp system. (2) Disconnect battery negative cable. Remove instrument cluster bezel and cluster assembly. Unplug cluster connector 1 (gray connector on right side of cluster. Connect battery negative cable. Turn headlamps on and select high beam. Check for battery voltage at cavity G of cluster connector 1. If OK, replace indicator bulb. If not OK, repair circuit to headlamp dimmer (multi-function) switch as required. LOW FUEL WARNING LAMP (1) Check that fuel gauge is operating as designed. See Fuel Gauge Calibration chart in Specifications. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, see Fuel Gauge in this section for diagnosis. (2) Disconnect battery negative cable. Unplug fuel gauge sending unit connector. Remove instrument cluster bezel and instrument cluster. Unplug cluster connector 1 (gray connector on right side of cluster). Check for continuity between cavity E of cluster connector 1 and a good ground. There should be no continuity. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, repair short circuit as required. (3) Check for continuity between cavity E of cluster connector 1 and center cavity of fuel gauge sending unit connector (Fig. 13). There should be continuity. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, repair open circuit as required.

FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE INDICATOR LAMP (1) Turn ignition switch to ON position. Unplug transfer case switch connector. Install a jumper wire between the two cavities of harness half of switch connector. Lamp should light. Remove jumper and lamp should go off. If OK, replace transfer case switch. If not OK, go to next step. (2) Turn ignition switch to OFF position. Check for continuity between cavity 2 (black wire) of transfer case switch connector and a good ground. There should be continuity. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, repair open circuit to ground as required. (3) With ignition switch in ON position, check for battery voltage at fuse 16 in fuseblock module. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, repair open circuit to ignition switch or replace fuse as required. (4) Unsnap transfer case shift lever bezel from floor. Unplug lamp socket from lamp housing on underside of shift lever bezel. Remove bulb from lamp socket. With ignition switch in ON position, check for battery voltage at cavity 2 (dark blue/white wire) of lamp socket. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, repair

Fig. 13 Fuel Gauge Sending Unit Connector

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(4) Reinstall cluster connector 1. Install a jumper wire between cavity E of cluster connector 1 and a good ground. Connect battery negative cable. Turn ignition switch to ON and wait 30 seconds. Connect a voltmeter to battery and ground terminals of low fuel warning bulb. Meter should read battery voltage. If OK, replace faulty bulb. If not OK, replace faulty low fuel warning lamp module (Fig. 14).

Fig. 15 Oil Pressure Switch/Sending Unit (2.5L)

Fig. 14 Low Fuel Warning Module

LOW OIL PRESSURE WARNING LAMP The diagnosis found here addresses an inoperative lamp condition. If the problem being diagnosed is related to lamp accuracy, be certain to confirm that problem is with lamp and not with engine oiling system. Actual engine oil pressure should be checked with a test gauge before you proceed with lamp diagnosis. Refer to Group 9 - Engines for more information. (1) Turn ignition switch to ON. Disconnect oil pressure sending unit connector (Figs. 15 or 16). Install a jumper wire between cavity 2 of sending unit connector (Fig. 17) and a good ground. The lamp should light. Remove jumper wire and lamp should go off. If OK, replace sending unit. If not OK, go to next step. (2) Turn ignition switch to OFF. Disconnect battery negative cable. Remove instrument cluster bezel and cluster assembly. Disconnect instrument cluster connector 1 (gray connector on right side of cluster). (4) Probe cavity L of cluster connector 1 and check for continuity to a good ground. There should be no continuity. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, repair short circuit as required. (5) Still probing cavity L of cluster connector 1, check for continuity to cavity 2 of sending unit wire connector (Fig. 17). There should be continuity. If OK, replace lamp bulb. If not OK, repair open circuit as required. LOW WASHER FLUID WARNING LAMP (1) Unplug washer fluid level switch connector. Install a jumper wire between two cavities of connector. Turn ignition switch to ON. Lamp should light. Re-

Fig. 16 Oil Pressure Switch/Sending Unit (3.9/5.2L)

Fig. 17 Oil Pressure Sending Unit Connector

move jumper and lamp should go off. If OK, replace washer fluid level switch. If not OK, go to next step. (2) Turn ignition switch to OFF position. Check for continuity between washer fluid level switch connector cavity 1 (black wire) and a good ground. There

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should be continuity. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, repair open circuit to ground as required. (3) Disconnect battery negative cable. Remove instrument cluster bezel and cluster assembly. Unplug instrument cluster connector 1 (gray connector on right side of cluster). Check for continuity between cavity A of cluster connector 1 and a good ground. There should be no continuity. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, repair short circuit as required. (4) Check for continuity between cavity A of cluster connector 1 and cavity 2 (black and tan wire) of washer fluid level switch connector. There should be continuity. If OK, replace lamp bulb. If not OK, repair open circuit as required.

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cable. Turn ignition switch to ON. Lamp should light. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, replace bulb. (3) Turn ignition switch to OFF. Disconnect battery negative cable. Unplug cluster connector 2. Check for continuity between cavity A of cluster connector 2 and a good ground. There should be no continuity. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, repair short circuit to PCM as required. (4) Check continuity between cavity A of cluster connector 2 and cavity 32 of PCM connector. There should be continuity. If not OK, repair open circuit to PCM as required.

MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP The diagnosis found here addresses an inoperative lamp condition. If the lamp comes on and stays on with engine running, refer to Group 14 - Fuel System for diagnosis. If no fuel or emission system problem is found, the following procedure will help locate a short or open in the lamp circuit. (1) Disconnect battery negative cable. Unplug PCM connector. Install a jumper wire from cavity 32 of PCM connector (Fig. 18) to a good ground. Connect battery negative cable. Turn ignition switch to ON. Lamp should light. Remove jumper wire and lamp should go OFF. If OK, refer to Powertrain Diagnostic Procedures to check PCM. If not OK, go to next step.

SEAT BELT REMINDER LAMP (1) Refer to Group 8U - Chime/Buzzer Warning Systems to check chime/buzzer module operation. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, replace chime/buzzer module. (2) Disconnect battery negative cable. Remove instrument cluster bezel and cluster assembly. Unplug cluster connector 2 (red connector on left side of cluster). Check for continuity between cavity F of cluster connector 2 and a good ground. There should be continuity. If OK, plug cluster connector 2 back into cluster and go to next step. If not OK, repair open circuit to ground as required. (3) Connect battery negative cable. Install a jumper wire between a 12-volt battery feed and cavity C of cluster connector 2. Lamp should light. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, replace bulb. (4) Disconnect battery negative cable. Unplug chime/buzzer module from fuseblock module. Unplug cluster connector 2. Check for continuity between cavity C of cluster connector 2 and a good ground. There should be no continuity. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, repair short circuit to chime/buzzer module as required. (5) Check continuity between cavity C of cluster connector 2 and cavity for terminal A3 of chime/ buzzer module (Fig. 19) in fuseblock module. There should be continuity. If not OK, repair open circuit to chime/buzzer module as required. TRANSMISSION OIL TEMPERATURE WARNING LAMP The diagnosis found here addresses an inoperative lamp condition. If the problem being diagnosed is related to lamp accuracy, be certain to confirm that problem is with lamp and not with transmission oil cooling system. Proper transmission oil flow and cooler operation should be checked before you proceed with lamp diagnosis. The switch should close when fluid temperature at the switch is approximately 130C (270F), and should open at 115C (240F). Refer to Group 21 - Transmission and Transfer Case for more information. (1) Unplug transmission oil temperature switch connector. Install a jumper wire between 2 cavities of

Fig. 18 Powertrain Control Module Connector

(2) Turn ignition switch to OFF. Disconnect battery negative cable. Remove instrument cluster bezel and cluster assembly. Install a jumper wire from cavity A of cluster connector 2 (red connector on left side of cluster) to a good ground. Connect battery negative

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(3) Disconnect battery negative cable. Check for continuity between cavity H (left indicator) or cavity J (right indicator) of cluster connector 1 and cavity 21 (left front turn signal) or cavity 22 (right front turn signal) of bulkhead disconnect. There should be continuity. If OK, refer to Group 8J - Turn Signals And Hazard Warning Flasher for further diagnosis. If not OK, repair open circuit as required.

Fig. 19 Chime/Buzzer Module Receptacle

switch connector. Turn ignition switch to ON position. Lamp should light. Remove jumper wire. Lamp should go off. If OK, test transmission oil temperature switch. If not OK, go to next step. (2) Turn ignition switch to OFF position. Check for continuity between cavity 1 of transmission oil temperature switch connector and a good ground. There should be continuity. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, repair circuit to ground as required. (3) Remove transfer case shifter bezel. Connect battery negative cable. Turn ignition switch to ON position. Check for battery voltage at lamp connector 2 (dark blue/white wire). If OK, go to next step. If not OK, repair circuit to fuse 16 as required. (4) Unplug lamp wiring connector 1 (tan/black wire). Install a jumper wire between lamp and a good ground. Lamp should light. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, replace bulb. (5) Check for continuity between lamp wiring connector 1 and a good ground. There should be no continuity. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, repair short circuit as required. (6) Check for continuity between lamp connector 1 and switch connector cavity 2. There should be continuity. If not OK, repair open circuit as required.

UPSHIFT INDICATOR LAMP (1) Disconnect battery negative cable. Unplug PCM connector. Connect battery negative cable. Turn ignition switch to ON. Install a jumper wire from cavity 54 of PCM connector (Fig. 18) to a good ground. Lamp should light. Remove jumper from ground. Lamp should go off. If OK, refer to Powertrain Diagnostic Procedures manual to diagnose PCM. If not OK, turn ignition switch to OFF and go to next step. (2) Disconnect battery negative cable. Remove instrument cluster bezel and cluster assembly. Install a jumper wire from cavity K of cluster connector 2 (red connector on left side of cluster) to a good ground. Connect battery negative cable. Turn ignition switch to ON. Lamp should light. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, replace bulb. (3) Turn ignition switch to OFF. Disconnect battery negative cable. Unplug cluster connector 2. Check for continuity between cavity K of cluster connector 2 and a good ground. There should be no continuity. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, repair short circuit as required. (4) Check for continuity between cavity K of cluster connector 2 and cavity 54 of PCM connector. There should be continuity. If not OK, repair open circuit as required.

CLUSTER ILLUMINATION LAMPS

(1) Check fuse 13 in fuseblock module. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, replace fuse. (2) Turn park lamps on at headlamp switch. Rotate headlamp switch knob counterclockwise to just before interior lamps detent. Check for battery voltage at fuse 13 in fuseblock module. Rotate headlamp switch clockwise while observing test voltmeter. Reading should go from battery voltage to zero volts. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, repair open circuit to headlamp switch or refer to Group 8L - Lamps to diagnose headlamp switch. (3) Disconnect battery negative cable. Remove instrument cluster bezel and cluster assembly. Unplug cluster connector 2 (red connector on left side of cluster). Connect battery negative cable. Turn park lamps on at headlamp switch. Rotate headlamp switch knob counterclockwise to just before interior lamps detent. Check for battery voltage at cavity E of cluster connector 2. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, repair open circuit to fuse as required.

TURN SIGNAL INDICATOR LAMPS (1) Disconnect battery negative cable. Remove instrument cluster bezel and cluster assembly. Probe cavity F of cluster connector 2 (red connector on left side of cluster). Check for continuity to a good ground. There should be continuity. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, repair open circuit to ground. (2) Connect battery negative cable. Install a jumper wire from cavity H (left indicator) or cavity J (right indicator) of cluster connector 1 (gray connector on right side of cluster) to a 12-volt battery feed. Lamp should light. If OK, continue to next step. If not OK, replace bulb.

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(4) Turn park lamps off. Disconnect battery negative cable. Remove fuse 13 from fuseblock module. Probe cavity E of cluster connector 2. Check for continuity to a good ground. There should be no continuity. If OK, go to next step. If not OK, repair short circuit as required.

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(5) Probe cavity F of cluster connector 2. Check for continuity to ground. There should be continuity. If OK, replace illumination bulb(s). If not OK, repair open circuit as required.

SERVICE PROCEDURES CLUSTER BEZEL REMOVE/INSTALL

(1) Disconnect battery negative cable. (2) Remove screws along bottom edge of knee blocker (Fig. 1).

Fig. 1 Knee Blocker Remove/Install

(3) Pull knee blocker down to disengage slide tabs and remove. (4) Remove 2 screws at bottom edge of bezel on either side of steering column (Fig. 2).

Fig. 3 Instrument Cluster and Bezel

(3) On automatic transmission equipped vehicles, move shift lever to lowest position. Remove U-shaped retaining clip and disconnect the gear selector indicator cable at the steering column. (4) Remove screws holding cluster to instrument panel (Fig. 3). (5) Pull cluster rearward and unplug wiring connectors. (6) Move cluster past steering wheel to remove. (7) Reverse removal procedures to install. Refer to Group 21 - Transmission and Transfer Case for gear selector indicator adjustment procedure before installing cluster bezel and knee blocker.

Fig. 2 Bezel Screws Remove/Install

(5) Remove 8 screws from bezel face (Fig. 3). (6) With automatic transmission, move shift lever to lowest position. (7) Pull cluster bezel rearward and move to the left of steering wheel to remove. (8) Reverse removal procedures to install.

CLUSTER LENS AND MASK REMOVE/INSTALL

(1) Remove cluster bezel as described in Cluster Bezel Remove/Install. (2) Remove 4 lens and mask retaining screws from face of cluster assembly. (3) Remove mask and lens past steering wheel (Fig. 4). (4) Reverse removal procedures to install.

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER REMOVE/INSTALL

(1) Disconnect battery negative cable. (2) Remove cluster bezel as described in Cluster Bezel Remove/Install.

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Fig. 4 Cluster with Mask and Lens Removed

GAUGES REMOVE/INSTALL
When removing gauge assemblies from cluster, gauge must be pulled straight out, not twisted, or damage to gauge pins may result. (1) Remove cluster lens and mask as described in Cluster Lens and Mask Remove/Install. (2) Remove retaining screws from gauge (Figs. 5, 6 and 7) and pull gauge straight out.

Fig. 6 Tachometer Remove/Install

OIL PRESSURE SENDING UNIT REMOVE/INSTALL

(1) Unplug connector from sending unit. (2) Using oil pressure sending unit socket (C-4597) remove the sender (Fig. 9). (3) Reverse removal procedures to install. Tighten sending unit to 23 Nm (200 in. lbs.) torque.

Fig. 5 Gauges Remove/Install

(3) Reverse removal procedures to install.

VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR REMOVE/INSTALL

(1) Remove harness connector from sensor. Be sure weather seal stays on harness connector. (2) Remove sensor by loosening sensor coupling nut from the pinion gear adapter until sensor is free (Fig. 10). (3) To install the sensor, reverse the removal procedures. Tighten coupling nut to 17 Nm (150 in. lbs.).

LOW FUEL AND TACHOMETER DRIVE MODULES REMOVE/INSTALL

(1) Remove cluster as described in Instrument Cluster Remove/Install. (2) Remove low fuel or tachometer drive modules by pulling straight out (Fig. 8). (3) Reverse removal procedures to install.

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Fig. 7 Speedometer/Odometer Remove/Install Fig. 9 Oil Pressure Sending Unit Remove/Install

Fig. 8 Low Fuel or Tachometer Drive Modules Remove/Install

CLUSTER BULBS REMOVE/INSTALL

(1) Remove instrument cluster as described in Instrument Cluster Remove/Install. (2) Use bulb chart (Figs. 11 or 12) to locate faulty bulb. (3) Remove bulb and socket from printed circuit. (4) Reverse removal procedure to install.

Fig. 10 Vehicle Speed Sensor Remove/Install

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Fig. 11 Instrument Cluster Bulb Chart - Standard Cluster

Fig. 12 Instrument Cluster Bulb Chart - Optional Cluster

INSTRUMENT PANEL AND GAUGES PRINTED CIRCUIT REMOVE/INSTALL

(1) Remove instrument cluster as described in Instrument Cluster Remove/Install. (2) Remove low fuel module and tachometer drive module (if equipped). (3) Twist out all lamp sockets (Figs. 11 or 12). (4) Remove printed circuit retaining screws (Fig. 13).

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Fig. 13 Printed Circuit Remove/Install

(5) Pull printed circuit from cluster housing. (4) Reverse removal procedures to install.

KNEE BLOCKER REMOVE/INSTALL

(1) Remove 2 screws at bottom edge of knee blocker (Fig. 14).

Fig. 15 Headlamp, Power Mirror, Overdrive Lockout Switch Remove/Install

(4) Pull switch and bezel assembly rearward and disconnect wiring. (a) Remove and discard tinnerman nut. (b) Push release button on right side of switch and pull headlamp switch knob out. Separate bezel from switch and mounting bracket assembly. (c) Remove spanner nut to disengage headlamp switch from mounting bracket. (5) Remove headlamp switch (Fig. 16).

Fig. 14 Knee Blocker

(2) Pull blocker down to disengage slide tabs and remove blocker. (3) Reverse removal procedures to install.

HEADLAMP, POWER MIRROR, OVERDRIVE LOCKOUT SWITCH REMOVE/INSTALL

WARNING: IF HEADLAMP SWITCH WAS ON, WAIT 5 MINUTES TO ALLOW THE CERAMIC DIMMER TO COOL. IF THE CERAMIC DIMMER IS NOT ALLOWED TO COOL YOU CAN BURN YOUR FINGERS. (1) Disconnect negative cable from battery. (2) Remove instrument cluster bezel as described in Cluster Bezel Remove/Install. (3) Remove 5 screws from the switch bezel (Fig. 15).

Fig. 16 Headlamp Switch Remove/Install

(6) To remove overdrive lockout switch, depress retaining fingers on top and bottom of switch and pull out of bezel. (7) To remove power mirror switch (Fig. 17):

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(2) Remove 2 screws retaining indicator at rear of cluster (Fig. 19).

(a) Remove power mirror switch knob by pulling straight back from switch. (b) Remove switch mounting plate screws 2 on back side of switch bezel. (c) Remove retaining ring holding switch to mounting plate.

Fig. 17 Power Mirror Switch Remove/Install

(8) Reverse removal procedures to install. Ensure overdrive lockout switch retaining fingers have snapped into place before bezel is installed.

Fig. 19 Gear Selector Indicator Remove/Install

(4) Pull indicator from cluster. (7) Reverse removal procedures to install. Refer to Group 21 - Transmission and Transfer Case for gear selector indicator adjustment procedure before installing cluster bezel and knee blocker.

A/C-HEATER CONTROL REMOVE/INSTALL

(1) Remove instrument cluster bezel as described in Cluster Bezel Remove/Install. (2) Remove A/C-heater control retaining screws (Fig. 18).

ASH RECEIVER ASSEMBLY REMOVE/INSTALL

(1) Open ash receiver and remove receptacle. (2) Remove 2 screws at back of housing and unhook housing to remove from base panel (Fig. 20).

Fig. 18 A/C-Heater Control Remove/Install

(3) Pull control rearward and disconnect the wiring connector, vacuum harness and temperature control cable. (5) Reverse removal procedures to install.

GEAR SELECTOR INDICATOR REMOVE/INSTALL

(1) Remove instrument cluster as described in Instrument Cluster Remove/Install.

Fig. 20 Ash Receiver Remove/Install

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(3) Remove 2 bottom instrument cluster bezel screws. (4) Pull cluster bezel out and move ash receiver rearward and down to remove. (5) Disconnect lamp wiring. (6) Reverse removal procedures to install.

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CIGAR LIGHTER REMOVE/INSTALL

(1) Remove instrument cluster bezel as described in Cluster Bezel Remove/Install. (2) Remove 2 cigar lighter retaining screws (Fig. 21).

Fig. 22 Glove Box Lamp and Switch Remove/Install

(4) While holding tumbler down with wire in lock cylinder, insert key. (5) Remove wire and pull out lock cylinder. (6) Remove 2 latch mounting screws and remove assembly. (7) Reverse removal procedures to install.

LOWER LEFT INSTRUMENT PANEL END CAP REMOVE/INSTALL

(1) Remove knee blocker as described in Knee Blocker Remove/Install. (2) Remove bezel retaining screw at left of steering column. (3) Remove 2 end cap retaining screws and pull cap from instrument panel. (4) For installation, reverse removal procedures.

Fig. 21 Cigar Lighter Remove/Install

(4) Pull cigar lighter assembly rearward and disconnect wiring connector. (5) Reverse removal procedures to install.

GLOVE BOX REMOVE/INSTALL

The glove box assembly is molded into the lower instrument panel module and cannot be replaced separately. If replacement is required, see Lower Instrument Panel Module Remove/Install.

RIGHT INSTRUMENT PANEL BEZEL REMOVE/ INSTALL

(1) (2) right (3) Remove 4 torx-head screws (Fig. 23). Carefully, pry out right side of bezel and grip edge to pull bezel from instrument panel. Reverse removal procedure to install.

GLOVE BOX LAMP AND SWITCH REMOVE/INSTALL

(1) Open glove box door. (2) Reach under instrument panel lower module at right side of glove box and disconnect wiring from lamp (Fig. 22). (3) Remove lamp and switch by pushing toward rear of vehicle to release from lamp bracket. (4) Reverse removal procedures to install.

CUP HOLDER ASSEMBLY REMOVE/INSTALL

(1) Remove right bezel as described in Right Instrument Panel Bezel Remove/Install. (2) Pull cup holder out of bezel to stop position (Fig. 24). (3) Carefully, pry up on shelf to allow stop to slide under shelf, and pull cup holder out of bezel. (4) Reverse removal procedure to install.

GLOVE BOX LOCK REMOVE/INSTALL

(1) (2) (3) nism Open glove box door. Turn lock into locked position and remove key. Insert a stiff wire in rear slot of lock mechaand depress retaining tumbler into cylinder.

LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL MODULE REMOVE/ INSTALL

(1) Remove knee blocker as described in Knee Blocker Remove/Install.

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(4) Remove module retaining screw to right of steering column at cluster bezel. (5) Remove 2 retaining screws from center distribution duct at bottom of module. (6) Remove support brace screw at bottom of module (Fig. 26).

Fig. 23 Right Bezel and Cup Holder Remove/Install

Fig. 26 Support Brace Screw Remove/Install

(7) Remove retaining screw and courtesy lamp at lower right corner of module. (8) Remove screw near ash receiver area of module. (9) Open glove box door and remove screws at top edge of module. (10) Move module rearward and down until there is room over top of module to remove wiring harness and antenna cable from wiring trough (Fig. 27). Disconnect speaker wire and glove box light switch wire. (11) Remove module from vehicle.

Fig. 24 Cup Holder Remove/Install

(2) Remove ash receiver as described in Ash Receiver Assembly Remove/Install. (3) Remove intermittent wipe control module from bracket by pulling toward steering column (Fig. 25).

Fig. 27 Lower Instrument Panel Module Remove/ Install Fig. 25 Intermittent Wipe Module Remove/Install
(12) Reverse removal procedures to install.

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CAUTION: Disconnect negative cable from battery before servicing instrument panel. (1) Remove screw from engine side of the bulkhead connector. (2) Separate bulkhead connector. Squeeze tabs on top and bottom of the bulkhead connector and push connector into the passenger compartment. (3) Disconnect blower motor resistor wiring in the engine compartment. (4) Remove knee blocker as described in Knee Blocker Remove/Install. (5) Remove parking brake release handle and hood release handle. (6) Remove screw at under panel support brace below the glove box (Fig. 26). (7) Pull blower motor resistor wiring into interior of vehicle. (8) Disconnect clutch, parking brake, stop lamp and speed control wiring. (9) Disconnect vent control cable from vent. (10) Disconnect steering column wiring at 25-way connector and remove intermittent wipe control from bracket.

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(11) On vehicles with automatic transmissions, disconnect gear selector indicator cable from column. (12) Remove steering column support nuts, lower steering column, then remove steering column attaching studs. (13) Disconnect wiring at ignition switch and headlamp dimmer switch on steering column. (14) Remove windshield pillar and cowl side trim panels. (15) Loosen the instrument panel pivot bolts (Fig 28). (16) Remove 5 screws at base of windshield and roll panel down. Attach a hook from fence line to center panel mount to hold instrument panel in position. (17) Disconnect wiring for stereo speakers, door switches and A/C-heater blower motor. (18) Disconnect radio antenna cable, A/C-heater control vacuum harness and temperature control cable. (19) Disconnect demister hoses at A/C-heater unit. (20) Remove instrument panel from vehicle. (21) Reverse removal procedures to install.

Fig. 28 Instrument Panel Remove/Install

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