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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Plymouth Neon AUTOMOBILES

Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Breeze, Cirrus, Concorde, Intrepid, LHS, Neon, Sebring Convertible, Stratus & 300M -> Dash Panel, Replace -> 1998-99 -> 2000 -> Concorde, Intrepid, LHS & 300M -> Neon
Vehicle: 1998 Plymouth Neon 2.0 L4 GAS

Concorde, Intrepid, LHS & 300M
  • Ensure front wheels are pointed in straight-ahead position.
  • Remove transaxle range selector lever hex retaining screw.
  • Remove instrument panel lefthand and righthand end covers, Figs. through .
  • Using trim stick tool No. C-4755, or equivalent, pry up on shifter bezel, disconnect all electrical connectors, then remove bezel.
  • Remove two screws from lower instrument panel cover (outside end).
  • Disconnect luggage compartment release switch electrical connector.
  • Pull rearward on lower instrument panel cove...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Plymouth Neon AUTOMOBILES

Disc Brakes -> Type 4-Kelsey-Hayes Dual Pin Floating Caliper Disc Brake, Front -> Troubleshooting -> Lateral Runout Inspection -> Parallelism Inspection
Vehicle: 1998 Plymouth Neon 2.0 L4 GAS

Refer to Fig. for system troubleshooting.

Lateral Runout Inspection

Refer to "Disc Brake Specifications" for runout specifications.

  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove wheels.
  • If applicable, ensure wheel bearings are properly adjusted.
  • Using suitable spacers install lug nuts or bolts, then tighten to specifications.
  • Mount a dial indicator to vehicle, then position dial indicator plunger so it contacts the rotor at a point one inch from the outer edge.
  • Rotate the rotor and note the dial indicator readings. Perf...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Plymouth Neon AUTOMOBILES

DaimlerChrysler/AMC/Eagle Passenger Cars -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> 1995-99 Neon & SRT-4 -> Fuel System Pressure Relief -> Removal & Installation
Vehicle: 1998 Plymouth Neon 2.0 L4 GAS

Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.

Prior to disconnecting fuel lines, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental spray of fuel.

After the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal driveability symptoms may occur. The vehicle may need to be driven while it relearns its adaptive strategy.

Fuel System Pressure Relief

  • Disconnect the ground cable from auxiliary jumper terminal.
  • Remove the...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Plymouth Neon AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 Plymouth Neon 2.0 L4 GAS

  • Remove cotter pin, nut lock, and spring washer from end of outer C/V joint stub axle.
  • Loosen (but do not remove) stub axle-to-hub/bearing retaining nut. Loosen hub nut while vehicle is on floor with brakes applied. front hub and driveshaft are splined together and retained by hub nut.
  • Raise and support vehicle on a frame contact-type hoist.
  • Remove front tire and wheel assembly from hub.
  • Remove front disc brake caliper assembly to steering knuckle bolts.
  • Remove disc brake caliper assembly from steering knuckle. Caliper is removed by first lifting bottom of caliper away from ste...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Plymouth Neon AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 Plymouth Neon 2.0 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • On models equipped with air conditioning, proceed as follows:
  • Using a floor jack or jack stand, support engine and transaxle so it will not rotate.
  • Remove front engine mount through bolt from insulator and front crossmember mounting bracket.
  • Lower engine to rotate assembly forward for access to starter.
  • On all models, remove starter to transaxle housing attaching bolts.
  • Remove starter from t...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Plymouth Neon AUTOMOBILES

Chrysler LLC Cars -> Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light ->
Vehicle: 1998 Plymouth Neon 2.0 L4 GAS

This light will turn on briefly as a bulb check when the ignition switch is placed in the on position. This light will also turn on while the engine is run...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Plymouth Neon AUTOMOBILES

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 1998 Plymouth Neon 2.0 L4 GAS

Inlet

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition heater hose inlet clamp at thermostat housing using hose clamp pliers.
  • Remove heater inlet hose from thermostat housing.
  • Reposition heater core inlet hose clamp at heater core using hose clamp pliers.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to insta...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 Plymouth Neon AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace -> A/C Compressor & Alternator Belt
Vehicle: 1998 Plymouth Neon 2.0 L4 GAS

A/C Compressor & Alternator Belt

  • Loosen T-Bolt locking nut and pivot bolt to remove and install belt and/or...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1998 Plymouth Neon AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1998 Plymouth Neon cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Diagram for 1998 Plymouth Neon  2.0 L4 GASEngine Coolant Temperature Sensor Diagram for 1998 Plymouth Neon 2.0 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
  • Camshaft Position Sensor
  • Behind Center Of I/P Diagram for 1998 Plymouth Neon  2.0 L4 GASBehind Center Of I/P Diagram for 1998 Plymouth Neon 2.0 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Splice S-207
  • Splice S-208
  • Splice S-209
  • Splice S-210
  • Splice S-211
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1998 Plymouth Neon AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1998 Plymouth Neon cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1998 Plymouth Neon  2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1998 Plymouth Neon 2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Remote Keyless Entry Module
  • Horn Relay
  • Horn
  • Horn Switches
  • Clockspring
  • 1998 Plymouth Neon  2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1998 Plymouth Neon 2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Headlamp Switch
  • Left Headlamp
  • Right Headlamp
  • Headlamp Dimmer and Optical Horn Switch
  • Daytime Running Lamp Module
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1998 Plymouth Neon AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1998 Plymouth Neon cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: RECALL - Mopar Value Line Catalytic Converters
    Vehicle: 1998 Plymouth Neon 2.0 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Emission Controls, Vacuum Hoses
  • Document: Exterior Lamp Condensation and Replacement Guidelines
    Vehicle: 1998 Plymouth Neon 2.0 L4 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Leaks
  • Auto Systems:
  • Lighting, Horns, Turn Signals, Steering Column
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1998 Plymouth Neon AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1998 Plymouth Neon cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 1998 Plymouth Neon cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 1998 Plymouth Neon cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 1998 Plymouth Neon cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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