Instrument Panel Switch Pod

The Instrument Panel Switch Pod includes push button controls for the Hazard Flashers, Electronic Stability Program (ESP) or Anti-Slip Regulation (ASR) Off switch, and on Dodge models Rear Wiper/Washer. Also the Passenger Airbag Disabled (PAD) Indicator is located within the switch pod. The switch pod is a single unit with one wire connector and two mounting tabs and cannot be taken apart or serviced. If one or more of the switches, or illumination is inoperative, the entire pod must be replaced.




The Instrument Panel Switch Pod is located in the instrument panel center bezel just above the radio, and between the A/C outlet ducts.

There a different configurations depending on the model and country.

DOMESTIC SEDAN




The sedan for sale in North America will have a Hazard Switch, Passenger Airbag Disabled (PAD) Indicator, and Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Off Switch.




If equipped with Anti-Lock brakes, but not with ESP, the vehicle will be equipped with the Traction Control System (TCS).

DOMESTIC WAGON




The wagon for sale in North America will have Rear Wipe/Wash Switch, Hazard Switch, Passenger Airbag Disabled (PAD) Indicator, and Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Off Switch.

EXPORT WAGON




The wagon for sale outside North America will have Rear Wipe/Wash Switch, Hazard Switch, Passenger Airbag Disabled (PAD) Indicator, and Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Off Switch.




Export wagons may also have Rear Wipe/Wash Switch, Hazard Switch, Passenger Airbag Disabled (PAD) Indicator, and Anti-Slip Regulation (ASR) Off Switch.

LIFTGATE WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH
A liftgate wiper and washer rocker switch provides intermittent wiper operation as well as rear washer operation. Pressing one side of the rocker switch knob actuates the washer system, while pressing the other side of the rocker switch knob turns the intermittent rear wiper ON and OFF. When the rear intermittent wiper is ON, an indicator in the switch knob is illuminated. Refer to Wipers/Washers for description and operation of the Rear Wiper/Washer Switch.

HAZARD WARNING SWITCH
A latching push-button hazard-warning switch is placed in the instrument panel switch pod. This is an ergonomic place for the switch where it can be conveniently reached. Refer to Lamps/Lighting - Exterior for description and operation of the hazard warning switch.

PASSENGER AIRBAG DISABLED (PAD) INDICATOR
The indicator is placed in the instrument panel switch pod. This is an ergonomic place for the indicator where it can be conveniently seen by all interior occupants. Refer to Restraints for description and operation of the Passenger Airbag Disabled (PAD) Indicator.

ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM (ESP) OFF SWITCH
A momentary contact, push-button ESP switch is placed in the instrument panel switch pod. This is an ergonomic place for the switch where it can be conveniently reached. Refer to Brakes for description and operation of the ESP system and ESP off switch.

ANTI-SLIP REGULATION (ASR) OFF SWITCH
A momentary contact, push-button ASR switch is placed in the instrument panel switch pod. This is an ergonomic place for the switch where it can be conveniently reached. Refer to Brakes for description and operation of the ASR system and ASR off switch.