Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Diagnostic Procedure: Introduction
Diagnostic test procedures are designed to detect system faults as quickly as possible. Body trouble codes are accessed through Data Link Connector (DLC). See Figure . Chrysler's Diagnostic Readout Box (DRB) is used to access information from DLC.
A 1994 diagnostic program cartridge, DRB, body diagnostics cable, hand-held oil pressure gauge, jumper wires, and digital volt-ohmmeter will be needed for testing. Proceed to TEST 1A in BODY CONTROL COMPUTER TESTS.
Ensure self-diagnostic tests apply to vehicle being tested. See BODY CONTROL COMPUTER TESTS DIRECTORY table. When system problem is identified according to customer's complaint, perform diagnostic test indicated.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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