Message Center - Service Information: Removal & Installation Dodge Dart PF

REMOVAL

1. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the overhead console to gain access to the Remote Compass Module (RCM). Refer to «CONSOLE, OVERHEAD, FRONT, REMOVAL»(ref-646233-S30529336322014072800000) .
3. Remove the retaining screws securing the RCM.
4. Disconnect the RCM electrical connector.
5. Remove the RCM from the vehicle.

INSTALLATION

1. Connect the electrical connector to the Remote Compass Module (RCM).
2. Install the RCM retaining screws.
3. Install the Overhead Console. Refer to «CONSOLE, OVERHEAD, FRONT, INSTALLATION»(ref-646233-S36379438102014072800000) .
4. Connect the negative battery cable.
5. Perform the Compass Variance Adjustment and Manual Compass Calibration. Refer to «MODULE, COMPASS, STANDARD PROCEDURE»(ref-646247-S16324750132014072800000) .
6. Verify proper compass operation.

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The ambient air temperature sensor is a variable resistor that monitors the air temperature outside of the vehicle. The Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) heating and A/C system uses the ambient air temperature sensor data to help maintain optimum passenger compartment temperature levels. The ambient air temperature sensor is mounted behind the front fascia.

1. Position the ambient air temperature sensor (4) to the radiator crossmember (3).
2. Install the push pin (2) that secures the ambient air temperature sensor to the radiator crossmember.
3. Connect the wire harness connector (1) to the ambient air temperature sensor.
4. Reconnect the negative battery cable.

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The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) control switch pod is located in the left horizontal spoke of the steering wheel spoke bezel. This switch has up to six push buttons. Four of the push buttons are used on all vehicles equipped with the EVIC. Two additional push buttons are found on vehicles equipped with the optional Uconnect™ Hands-Free Communication System. The only visible components of the switch pod are the switch push buttons and a decorative bezel around the push buttons, which stands slightly proud of the steering wheel spoke bezel. The remainder of the switch pod including its mounting provisions and its electrical connection are concealed beneath the spoke bezel.

The switch pod housing and push buttons are constructed of molded plastic. Each of the push buttons has white International Control and Display Symbol graphics or text applied to it, which clearly identify the function of each push button. The switch pod is secured through three integral mounting tabs to mounting bosses on the back of the spoke bezel by three screws. A connector receptacle integral to the inboard end of the switch pod housing connects the EVIC control switch pod to the Local Interface Network (LIN) slave node circuitry of the LIN module or integral to the cruise control switch pod and to the vehicle electrical system through a dedicated take out and connector of the steering wheel wire harness.

The EVIC control switch pod cannot be adjusted or repaired. If any function of the switch is ineffective or damaged, the entire switch pod unit must be replaced.

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1. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
2. Remove the Driver AirBag (DAB) from the steering wheel. Refer to «AIR BAG, DRIVER, REMOVAL»(ref-646225-S32009974912014072800000) .
3. Remove the two screws (3) that secure the stanchions (2) of the mounting adapter plate within the hub cavity of the steering wheel armature.
4. Remove the screw (3) that secures the mounting adapter plate, the left spoke front bezel and the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) control switch pod unit to the back of the steering wheel (1) spoke. The screw is located between the remote radio switch (2) (if equipped) and the floating horn switch plate mounting screw clearance hole (4).
5. From the face of the steering wheel, pull the left front spoke bezel (1) away from the steering wheel far enough to disengage the adapter plate (3) retention post (4) from the resilient retention grommet in the steering wheel spoke armature.
6. Pull the left front spoke bezel away from the steering wheel far enough to access and disconnect the steering wheel wire harness connection from the connector receptacle integral to the inboard end of the EVIC control switch pod (5).
7. From the back of the left spoke front bezel, remove the three screws (2) that secure the mounting adapter plate and the EVIC control switch pod to the bezel.
8. Remove the mounting adapter plate and switch from the bezel.

1. Position the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) control switch pod (5) and the mounting adapter plate (3) to the back of the left steering wheel spoke front bezel (1).
2. Install and tighten the three screws (2) that secure the mounting adapter plate and the switch to the bezel. Tighten the screws securely.
3. Position the left front spoke bezel, mounting adapter plate and EVIC control switch as a unit close enough to the steering wheel to reconnect the steering wheel wire harness connection to the connector receptacle integral to the inboard end of the EVIC control switch pod.
4. Position the left front spoke bezel, mounting adapter plate and EVIC control switch pod as a unit to the steering wheel. Be certain that the steering wheel wire harness is not pinched.
5. With the front spoke bezel positioned so that the adapter plate retention post (4) is directly over the resilient retention grommet in the steering wheel spoke armature, push the left spoke bezel firmly and evenly downward until it is flush against the steering wheel.
6. From the back of the left horizontal spoke of the steering wheel (1), install and tighten the screw (3) between the remote radio switch (2) (if equipped) and the floating horn switch plate mounting screw clearance hole (4). Tighten the screw securely.
7. From the face of the steering wheel, install and tighten the two screws (3) that secure the stanchions (2) of the mounting adapter plate within the hub cavity of the steering wheel armature. Tighten the screws securely.
8. Reinstall the Driver AirBag (DAB) onto the steering wheel. Refer to «AIR BAG, DRIVER, INSTALLATION»(ref-646225-S39169034012014072800000) .
9. Reconnect the battery negative cable.