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 Neon LE, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Anti-Lock Brake System Verification Test
CAUTION:
Always turn ignition off before disconnecting or connecting any control module connectors. Failure to do so could result in damage to control module.
- Turn ignition off. Remove all test equipment and jumper wires. Connect any disconnected components. Connect scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC). DLC is located on bottom of instrument panel, to left of brake pedal. See Figure. Turn ignition on. Using scan tool, erase Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) from all modules. Turn ignition off. Wait 15 seconds. Turn ignition on. Wait one minute. Using scan tool, retrieve DTCs from all modules. If no DTCs exist, go to next step. If any DTCs exist, perform appropriate test. See DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE IDENTIFICATION table under SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM. If no DTCs exist but symptom still exists, return to SYMPTOM IDENTIFICATION table under SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM and repair by symptom.
- Test drive vehicle for at least 5 minutes and perform several anti-lock braking stops. Using scan tool, retrieve DTCs from all modules. If no DTCs exist and customer's complaint cannot be duplicated, system is operating correctly and repair is complete. If any DTCs exist, perform appropriate test. See DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE IDENTIFICATION table under SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM. If no DTCs exist but symptom still exists, return to SYMPTOM IDENTIFICATION table under SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM and repair by symptom.
CAUTION:
Ensure brake system is operating properly before test driving vehicle.
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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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