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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Dodge Neon AUTOMOBILES

Power Brake Units -> Power Brake Unit Service -> Caliber & 2007 Sebring Sedan -> Charger, Magnum & 300 -> Concorde, Intrepid & 300M -> Crossfire -> Less ABS -> Master Cylinder, Replace -> Neon -> Power Booster, Replace -> Sebring Convertible, Stratus Sedan & 2004-06 Sebring Sedan -> Sebring Coupe & Stratus Coupe -> With ABS -> Without ABS
Vehicle: 2005 Dodge Neon SXT 2.0 L4 GAS

Power Booster, Replace

Caliber & 2007 Sebring Sedan
  • Remove PCM mounting fasteners, then position PCM aside.
  • Remove master cylinder as outlined under "Master Cylinder, Replace."
  • Disconnect rear brake tubes at junction block. Plug all open brake tubes.
  • Disconnect vacuum hose from check valve on power brake booster.
  • Remove lower instrument panel/steering column cover.
  • Remove and discard brake lamp switch.
  • Remove brake booster push rod to brake pedal retaining clip. Discard clip.
  • Slide booster push rod off brake pedal pin.
  • Remove brake booster to dash panel retaining nuts.
  • Remove brake ...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Dodge Neon AUTOMOBILES

DaimlerChrysler/AMC/Eagle Passenger Cars -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> 2000-05 Neon & SRT-4 -> Fuel System Pressure Relief -> Removal & Installation
Vehicle: 2005 Dodge Neon SRT-4 2.4 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

  • Remove the fuel pump relay from the Power Distribution Center (PDC). ...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Dodge Neon AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Non-turbo -> Turbo
Vehicle: 2005 Dodge Neon SE 2.0 L4 GAS

Front

Halfshaft inner and outer boots are not serviceable separately. Boot replacement requires entire shaft assembly replacement.

Lefthand halfshaft is shorter than right. Identify and tag halfshafts upon removal to ensure proper installation.

  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove tire and wheel assembly.
  • While holding link ball joint stem from rotating, remove stabilizer link to shock clevis bracket nut.
  • Slide link ball joint stem from clevis bracket.
  • Remove clevis bracket to bottom of shock nut and pinch bolt.
  • Remove shock clevis bracket to lower control arm nut and bolt.
  • Pul...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Dodge Neon AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2005 Dodge Neon SRT-4 2.4 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove alternator heat shield attaching bolts.
  • Remove nut from upper T-bolt adjustment bracket.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove right front wheel assembly.
  • Remove accessory drive splash shield from under righthand side of vehicle.
  • Remove drive axle retaining nut.
  • Remove lower control arm to steering knuckle retaining nut, then separate control arm from steering knuckle.
  • Remove axle shaft bearing support retaining bolts.
  • Remove axle shaft from transaxle. Place a suitable drain pan under transaxle to catch fluid.
  • Remove lower heat shield, then alternat...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Dodge Neon AUTOMOBILES

Chrysler LLC Cars -> Compass & Temperature Mirror -> Neon -> Compass Calibration -> Variance Setting
Vehicle: 2005 Dodge Neon SXT 2.0 L4 GAS

Compass Calibration

If the CAL indicator lights, the compass will need to be calibrated. This should be done on a level surface free of large metal objects such as other vehicles, bridges, buildings, railroads and underground cables. Proceed as follows:

  • Depress and hold the Zone/Calibration (left reading lamp) button approximately 15 seconds unit the CAL symbol has illuminated and darkened.
  • Drive the vehicle in two complete circles. This should be done on a level surface free of large metal objects such as other vehicles, bridges, buildings, railroads and underground cables.
  • When the CAL indic...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Dodge Neon AUTOMOBILES

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2005 Dodge Neon SRT-4 2.4 L4 GAS

Inlet

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

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Dodge Neon AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace -> A/C & Power Steering -> Alternator
Vehicle: 2005 Dodge Neon SRT-4 2.4 L4 GAS

A/C & Power Steering

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove splash shield.
  • Rotate belt tensioner clockwise and remove belt from power steering and compressor pulleys.
  • Re...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2005 Dodge Neon AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2005 Dodge Neon cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

A/C Compressor Clutch Diagram for 2005 Dodge Neon SE 2.0 L4 GASA/C Compressor Clutch Diagram for 2005 Dodge Neon SE 2.0 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor
  • A/C Compressor Clutch
  • Manifold Tuning Valve Solenoid
    • Switches and Lamps Diagram for 2005 Dodge Neon SRT-4 2.4 L4 GASSwitches and Lamps Diagram for 2005 Dodge Neon SRT-4 2.4 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Seat Belt Switch
  • Turn Signal Lamp
  • Stop Lamp
  • Tail Lamp
  • Back Up Lamp

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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2005 Dodge Neon AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2005 Dodge Neon cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2005 Dodge Neon SRT-4 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2005 Dodge Neon SRT-4 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Headlamp Switch
  • Blower Switch
  • Blower Motor Resistor Block
  • A/C Heater Control
  • A/C Heater Blower Motor
    • 2005 Dodge Neon SRT-4 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2005 Dodge Neon SRT-4 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Data Link Connector
  • Powertrain Control Module
  • Automatic Shut Down Relay
  • Engine Oil Pressure Switch

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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2005 Dodge Neon AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2005 Dodge Neon cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TEARDOWN PROCEDURE - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2005 Dodge Neon SE 2.0 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Automatic Trans, Coolers, Torque Converter
    • Document: LOW GLOSS INTERIOR TRIM - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2005 Dodge Neon SE 2.0 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Seats, Belts, Interior Trim, Carpets, Air Bags

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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2005 Dodge Neon AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2005 Dodge 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 2005 Dodge 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 2005 Dodge 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 2005 Dodge 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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