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.
2000 Chrysler Intrepid ESFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
EVIC Self-Test
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Dodge Intrepid, 2002 Chrysler Intrepid, 2002 Chrysler Concorde, and 2002 Chrysler 300M. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
After making any repairs, perform BODY VERIFICATION TESTΒ
under VERIFICATION TESTS.
Possible Causes:
- Bus Messages Missing
- Failed Self Test
- EVIC Self Test
Testing
- Turn ignition off. Connect scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC). Using scan tool, select BODY, EVIC, SYSTEM TEST, then SELF-TEST. Press any scan tool key. If scan tool displays FAILED SELF TEST, replace Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC). If scan tool displays BUS MESSAGES MISSING, perform BUS MESSAGES MISSINGΒ test. If scan tool displays TEST SUCCESSFUL, fault may be intermittent. Check related wiring and connectors for poor connections or damage to wiring harness. See WIRING DIAGRAMSΒ . Repair any problems found as necessary. If no problems are found, check if any Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) apply to vehicle. If no TSBs apply, test is complete.
NOTE:
This test is written specifically for use with Chrysler's Diagnostic Readout Box (DRBIII(R)) scan tool.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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