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For testing of the Instrument Cluster, refer to Body Control Module, Testing and Inspection.
Testing and Inspection

If all of the gauges and/or indicator lamps are inoperative, perform the Preliminary Diagnosis. If an individual gauge or Chrysler Collision Detection (CCD) data bus message-controlled indicator lamp is inoperative, go directly to the Self-Diagnostic Test. If an individual hard wired indicator lamp is inoperative, refer to the diagnosis and testing for that lamp.

Brake Warning Lamp
Brake Warning Indicator

Cluster Illumination Lamp
Cluster Illumination Lamp

Four-Wheel Drive Indicator Lamp - Full Time/Part Time
Four Wheel Drive Indicator Lamp

Headlamp High Beam Indicator Lamp
Hi-Beam Indicator Lamp

Liftgate Ajar Lamp
Door/Trunk Ajar Indicator/Lamp

Low Washer Fluid Warning Lamp
Washer Fluid Level Indicator

Security Lamp
Security Lamp/Indicator

Turn Signal Indicator Lamp
Turn Signal Indicator

NOTE: Certain indicator lamps in this instrument cluster are programmable. This feature allows those indicator lamps to be activated or deactivated with a DRB scan tool through the instrument cluster electronic circuitry for compatibility with certain optional equipment. If the problem being diagnosed involves improper illumination of the cruise-on indicator lamp, the overdrive off indicator lamp, the transmission oil temperature warning lamp, or the upshift indicator lamp, use a DRB scan tool to be certain that the instrument cluster has been programmed with the proper vehicle equipment option settings.


WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-BAGS, REFER TO AIRBAG AND SEAT BELTS/AIR BAGS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.