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.
2002 Chrysler Neon LE, StandardFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Removal & Installation
- Powertrain Control Module (PCM) is located on driver's side front corner of engine compartment, between air cleaner and radiator. See Fig 1. Disconnect negative battery cable.
- Remove air cleaner assembly. Disconnect PCM harness connectors and remove harness clip bracket from PCM bracket. Remove nut from upper bracket mount.
- Raise and support vehicle. Remove 2 lower PCM bracket bolts. Remove 4 screws from bracket. Remove bracket from PCM. Remove PCM from vehicle.
- To install, reverse removal procedure. Program PCM as necessary. See PROGRAMMING POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE .
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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.