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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHRYSLER2003300M V6-3.5L VIN MREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISHEATING AND AIR CONDITIONINGSOLAR SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIR
2003 Chrysler 300M V6-3.5L VIN M
Solar Sensor: Service and Repair
2003 Chrysler 300M V6-3.5L VIN MSECTION Service and Repair
SUN SENSOR
REMOVAL
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIRBAGS, DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. DISCONNECT AND ISOLATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE, THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYSTEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PERFORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
1. Open the hood and disconnect the negative battery cable remote terminal from the remote battery post.
2. Remove the instrument panel top cover.
3. Remove the two Sun Sensor mounting screws.
4. Lift the sensor out of the instrument panel and disconnect the wiring.
5. Remove the sensor from the vehicle.
INSTALLATION
1. Connect the wiring harness connector to the sensor and position in the vehicle.
2. Install the two sensor fasteners.
3. Install the instrument panel top cover.
4. Connect the negative battery cable remote terminal to the remote battery post.
CAUTION: The sun sensor must protrude approximately 1/4 in. above the instrument panel top cover. This will ensure proper operation.
If the sensor does not protrude 1/4 in., perform the following procedure:
- Confirm that the top cover is properly installed
- Remove the top cover
- Remove fasteners from sun sensor
- Install one 1/4-20 nut per fastener under the sun sensor so that it is shimmed higher
- Reinstall the sun sensor. Do not overtighten screw. If a longer screw is required, use 8-15 x 1 inch.
REMOVAL
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIRBAGS, DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. DISCONNECT AND ISOLATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE, THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYSTEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PERFORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
1. Open the hood and disconnect the negative battery cable remote terminal from the remote battery post.
2. Remove the instrument panel top cover.
3. Remove the two Sun Sensor mounting screws.
4. Lift the sensor out of the instrument panel and disconnect the wiring.
5. Remove the sensor from the vehicle.
INSTALLATION
1. Connect the wiring harness connector to the sensor and position in the vehicle.
2. Install the two sensor fasteners.
3. Install the instrument panel top cover.
4. Connect the negative battery cable remote terminal to the remote battery post.
CAUTION: The sun sensor must protrude approximately 1/4 in. above the instrument panel top cover. This will ensure proper operation.
If the sensor does not protrude 1/4 in., perform the following procedure:
- Confirm that the top cover is properly installed
- Remove the top cover
- Remove fasteners from sun sensor
- Install one 1/4-20 nut per fastener under the sun sensor so that it is shimmed higher
- Reinstall the sun sensor. Do not overtighten screw. If a longer screw is required, use 8-15 x 1 inch.
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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.