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.
1998 Eagle Talon Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Using Scan Tool
- Ensure battery is fully charged. Turn ignition off. Connect scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC). See DATA LINK CONNECTOR (DLC) LOCATION table for connector location and number of connections required. Some models require more than one connection to retrieve diagnostic information. See Fig 1-Fig 3
.DATA LINK CONNECTOR (DLC) LOCATION
Application DLC Location Avenger, Sebring Coupe & Talon(1) Base Of Steering Column Breeze, Cirrus Sebring Conv. & Stratus(2) Above Driver's Kick Panel Neon2 Lower Left Side Of Dashboard (1) Requires 2 connections, one at 12-pin DLC and another at 16-pin DLC. (2) Requires one connection at 16-pin DLC.
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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.