Dodge Neon (2005 year). Instruction

CONSOLE FEATURES

The Standard console with armrest has two front cup
holders and a front storage tray. There are two additional
cupholders; one is molded in the center of the console to
hold large cups, and the other is on the underside of the
console lid to serve passengers in the rear seat. The
underside console lid also has an integral tissue pack
holder. The covered storage area has CD and cassette
holders.

Ash Receiver and Cigar Lighter

When the Smoker’s Package is ordered from your autho-
rized dealer, an ash receiver tray and a cigar lighter
element are furnished. The lighter element can be in-
serted in the auxiliary power outlet. The ash receiver fits
snugly in a cupholder position. To clean the ash receiver,
lift it from the cupholder.

Front Console

Ash Receiver Tray

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CONTENTS

m Instrument Panel Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74
m Standard Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75
m Optional Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
m Instrument Cluster Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . .77
m Electronic Digital Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82

▫ Clock Setting Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82

m Radio General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82

▫ Radio Broadcast Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82
▫ Two Types Of Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82
▫ Electrical Disturbances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83
▫ AM Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83

▫ FM Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83

m Sales Code RBB—AM/FM Stereo Radio With

Cassette Tape Player And CD Changer
Capability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83

▫ Radio Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83
▫ Mode Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85
▫ Scan Button (Radio Mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85
▫ Cassette Player Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86
▫ CD Changer Control Capability — If Equipped . .87

m Sales Code RBK—AM/ FM Stereo Radio With

CD Player And CD Changer Controls . . . . . . . .88

▫ Radio Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88

▫ CD Player Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90
▫ CD Changer Control Capability — If Equipped . .92

m Satellite Radio — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93

▫ System Activation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94
▫ Electronic Serial Number/Sirius Identification

Number (ENS/SID) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94

▫ Selecting Satellite Mode In RBB, RAH And RBK

Radios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94

▫ Selecting Satellite Mode In RBP, RBU, RAZ, RB1

And RBQ Radios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95

▫ Selecting a Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95
▫ Storing And Selecting Pre-Set Channels . . . . . . .95
▫ Using The PTY (Program Type) Button

(If Equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96

▫ PTY Button 9Scan9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96
▫ PTY Button 9Seek9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96
▫ Satellite Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96

▫ Reception Quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96

m Cassette Tape And Player Maintenance . . . . . . .97
m 6 Disc CD Changer — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . .98

▫ Loading The CD Changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98
▫ Playing Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99
▫ Seek Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99
▫ FF/Tune/RW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99
▫ Mode Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99
▫ Program Button 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99
▫ Program Button 4 (Random Play) . . . . . . . . . . .99
▫ Program Button 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99
▫ Time Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
▫ Changing Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
▫ Removing Discs From The CD Changer . . . . . 100
▫ CD Changer Operation With The Changer Off . . 100

m Compact Disc Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

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m Radio Operation And Cellular Phones . . . . . . . 101
m Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

▫ Heater Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
▫ Side Window Demisters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

▫ Outside Air Intake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
▫ Air Conditioning — If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . 103
▫ Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108

m Electric Rear Window Defroster . . . . . . . . . . . 110

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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS

1. Front Fog Light Indicator — If Equipped

This light shows when the front fog lights are
ON. (See page 62 for more information.)

2. Brake System Warning Light

This light monitors various brake functions,
including brake fluid level and parking
brake application. If the brake light comes
on, it may indicate that the parking brake is

applied, or there is a low brake fluid level. On vehicles
equipped with Anti-lock brakes (ABS), it may also
indicate an ABS malfunction that could lead to re-
duced braking performance.

WARNING!

Driving a vehicle with the brake light on is danger-
ous. A significant decrease in braking performance
or vehicle stability during braking may occur. It will
take you longer to stop the vehicle or will make your
vehicle harder to control. You could have an acci-
dent. Have the vehicle checked immediately.

The operation of the Brake Warning light can be checked
by turning the ignition key from the OFF to the ON
position. The light should illuminate for three seconds, or
until the engine is started, whichever comes first. The
light should then go out unless the parking brake is
applied or a brake fault is detected. If the light does not
illuminate, have the light inspected and serviced as soon
as possible.

The light will also come on when the parking brake is
applied with the ignition in the ON position.

NOTE:

This light shows only that the parking brake is

on. It does not show the degree of brake application.

If the parking brake is off and the light remains on, have
the brake system inspected as soon as possible.

3. Anti-Lock Warning Light (ABS) — If Equipped

This light monitors the Anti-Lock Brake System
(ABS) described elsewhere in this instruction. This

light will come on when the ignition key is turned to
the ON position and may stay on for as long as four
seconds.

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If the ABS light remains on or comes on during driving,
it indicates that the Anti-Lock portion of the brake system
is not functioning and that service is required, however,
the conventional brake system will continue to operate
normally provided that the BRAKE warning light is not
on.

If the ABS light is on, the brake system should be serviced
as soon as possible to restore the benefit of Anti-Lock
Brakes.

The warning light should be checked frequently to assure
that it is operating properly. Turn the ignition key to a
point midway between ON and START. The light should
come on. If the light does not come on, have the system
checked by an authorized dealer.

4. Speedometer
Indicates vehicle speed.

5. Turn Signal Indicators

The arrows will flash in unison with the exterior
turn signal, when using the turn signal lever. (See

page 62 for more information.)

6. High Beam Indicator

This light shows that the headlights are on high
beam. Pull the turn signal lever toward the

steering wheel to switch the headlights from high or
low beam.

7. Tachometer — If Equipped
The white area of the scale shows the permissible engine
revolutions-per-minute (rpm x 1000) for each gear range.
Before reaching the red area, ease up on the accelerator to
prevent engine damage.

8. Oil Pressure Light

Shows low engine oil pressure. The light will
come on and remain on when the ignition key is

turned from the OFF to the ON position, and the light
will turn off after the engine is started. If the bulb does
not come on during starting, have the system checked
by an authorized dealer.

If the light comes on and remains on while driving, stop
the vehicle and shut off the engine. DO NOT OPERATE
THE VEHICLE UNTIL THE CAUSE IS CORRECTED.

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The light does not show the quantity of oil in the engine.
This can be determined using the procedure shown in
Section 7. (See page 169 for more information.)

9. Seat Belt Reminder Light

When the ignition key is first turned on, this
light will come on for about six seconds. A
chime will sound if you have not pulled the

shoulder belt out of the retractor. This is a reminder to
“buckle up”. If you do not buckle up, the light will
remain on.

10. Charging System Light

This light shows the status of the electrical
charging system. The light should come on

briefly when the ignition is first turned on and remain
on briefly as a bulb check. If the light stays on or
comes on while driving, it means that there is a
problem with the charging system. Obtain SERVICE
IMMEDIATELY.

11. Airbag Light

The light comes on and remains on for 6 to 8
seconds as a bulb check when the ignition
switch is first turned ON. If the light does not

come on during starting, stays on, or comes on while
driving, have the system checked by an authorized
dealer. (See page 39 for more information.)

12. Theft Alarm Light — If Equipped
This light will flash rapidly for several seconds when the
alarm system is arming. The light will begin to flash
slowly indicating that the system is armed. (See page 22
for more information.)

13. Fuel Door Reminder
This symbol is a reminder that the Fuel Filler Door is
located on the passenger’s side of the vehicle.

14. Fuel Gauge

When the ignition key is in the ON position, the
pointer will show the level of fuel remaining in
the fuel tank.

15. Low Fuel Light — If Equipped

NOTE:

The Low Fuel Light and Chime feature only

functions on vehicles equipped with a tachometer.

When the fuel level drops to about 1/8 tank, the
fuel symbol will light and a single chime will
sound. The light will remain on until fuel is

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added. If the fuel level drops to about 1/2 gallon, the
fuel symbol will begin to flash and the chime will
sound several times.

16. Malfunction Indicator Light

This light is part of an onboard diagnostic
system called OBD that monitors emissions,
engine, and automatic transmission control

systems. The light will illuminate briefly when the key
is in the ON/RUN position before engine start. If the
bulb does not come on when turning the key from
OFF to ON/RUN, have the condition checked
promptly.

Certain conditions such as a loose or missing gas cap,
poor fuel quality, etc., may illuminate the light after
engine start. The vehicle should be serviced if the light
stays on through several of your typical driving cycles. In
most situations, the vehicle will drive normally and will
not require towing.

If the Malfunction Indicator Light flashes when the
engine is running, serious conditions may exist that
could lead to immediate loss of power or severe catalytic

converter damage. The vehicle should be serviced as
soon as possible if this occurs. (See page 166 for more
information.)

17. Odometer/Trip Odometer Reset Knob
Press this knob to switch between the odometer and trip
odometer. While the trip odometer is being displayed,
press and hold this knob for a few seconds to reset the
trip odometer to zero miles/kilometers.

18. Odometer/Trip Odometer
Shows the total distance the vehicle has been driven.

U.S. Federal regulations require that upon transfer of
vehicle ownership, the seller certify to the purchaser the
correct mileage that the vehicle has been driven. There-
fore, if the odometer reading changes during repair or
replacement, be sure to keep a record of the reading
before and after the service so the correct mileage can be
determined.

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19. Door Ajar Indicator
This vacuum fluorescent display indicator illuminates
when a door is not completely closed. If the door is open
for more than 8 minutes and the ignition key is in the
OFF position, the indicator will turn off.

20. Trip Indicator
This light will illuminate when the Trip Odometer is in
use.

21. Cruise Light — If Equipped

This indicator shows that the Speed Control
System is ON. (See page 65 for more infor-
mation.)

NOTE:

The word “SET” will not illuminate when the

Speed Control System is on.

22. Temperature Gauge

The temperature gauge shows engine coolant
temperature. Any reading between the light
blue and red areas of the gauge shows that the

engine cooling system is operating properly. The

gauge pointer may show a higher than normal tem-
perature when driving in hot weather, up mountain
grades, in heavy stop and go traffic, or when towing a
trailer.

If the pointer rises to the H (red) mark, the instrument
cluster will sound a chime. Pull off the road at a safe area.

With the vehicle in Park, idle the vehicle with the air
conditioner turned off until the pointer drops back into
the normal range. If the pointer remains on the H (red)
mark, turn the ignition off immediately and call for
service.

There are steps that you can take to slow down an
impending overheat condition. If your air conditioning is
on, turn it off. The air conditioning system adds heat to
the engine cooling system and turning off the A/C
removes this heat. You can also turn the Temperature
control to maximum heat, the Mode control to Floor and
the Fan control to High. This allows the heater core to act
as a supplement to the radiator and aids in removing heat
from the engine cooling system.

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ELECTRONIC DIGITAL CLOCK

The clock and radio each use the display panel built into
the radio. A digital readout shows the time in hours and
minutes whenever the ignition switch is in the ON or
ACC position.

When the ignition switch is in the OFF position, or when
the radio frequency is being displayed, time keeping is
accurately maintained.

Clock Setting Procedure

1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON or ACC position.
Using the tip of a ballpoint pen or similar object, press
either the hour (H) or minute (M) buttons on the radio.
The display will show TIME.

2. Press the H button to set hours or the M button to set
minutes. The time setting will increase each time you
press a button.

RADIO GENERAL INFORMATION

Radio Broadcast Signals

Your new radio will provide excellent reception under
most operating conditions. Like any system, however, car
radios have performance limitations, due to mobile op-
eration and natural phenomena, which might lead you to
believe your sound system is malfunctioning. To help
you understand and save you concern about these “ap-
parent” malfunctions, you must understand a point or
two about the transmission and reception of radio sig-
nals.

Two Types of Signals

There are two basic types of radio signals... AM or
Amplitude Modulation, in which the transmitted sound
causes the amplitude, or height, of the radio waves to
vary... and FM or Frequency Modulation, in which the
frequency of the wave is varied to carry the sound.

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Electrical Disturbances

Radio waves may pick up electrical disturbances during
transmission. They mainly affect the wave amplitude,
and thus remain a part of the AM reception. They
interfere very little with the frequency variations that
carry the FM signal.

AM Reception

AM sound is based on wave amplitude, so AM reception
can be disrupted by such things as lightning, power lines
and neon signs.

FM Reception

Because FM transmission is based on frequency varia-
tions, interference that consists of amplitude variations
can be filtered out, leaving the reception relatively clear,
which is the major feature of FM radio.

SALES CODE RBB—AM/FM STEREO RADIO
WITH CASSETTE TAPE PLAYER AND CD
CHANGER CAPABILITY

Radio Operation

Power/Volume Control
Press the ON/VOL control to turn the radio on. Turn the
volume control clockwise to increase the volume.

RBB Radio

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NOTE:

Power to operate the radio is supplied through

the ignition switch. It must be in the ON or ACC position
to operate the radio.

Electronic Volume Control
The electronic volume control turns continuously (360
degrees) in either direction without stopping. Turning the
volume control to the right increases the volume and to
the left decreases it.

When the audio system is turned on, the sound will be
set at the same volume level as last played.

For your convenience, the volume can be turned down,
but not up, when the audio system is off and the ignition
is ON.

Seek
Press and release the SEEK button to search for the next
station in either the AM or FM mode. Press the top of the
button to seek up and the bottom to seek down. The
radio will remain tuned to the new station until you
make another selection. Holding the button will bypass
stations without stopping until you release it.

Tune
Press the TUNE control up or down to increase or
decrease the frequency. If the button is pushed and held,
the radio will continue to tune until the button is
released. The frequency will be displayed and continu-
ously updated while the button is pushed.

To Set The Push-Button Memory
When you are receiving a station that you wish to
commit to push-button memory, press the SET button.
The symbol SET 1 will now show in the display window.
Select the “1–5” button you wish to lock onto this station
and press and release that button. If a button is not
selected within 5 seconds after pressing the SET button,
the station will continue to play but will not be locked
into push-button memory.

You may add a second station to each push-button by
repeating the above procedure with this exception: Press
the SET button twice and SET 2 will show in the display
window. Each button can be set for SET 1 and SET 2 in
both AM and FM. This allows a total of 10 AM and 10 FM

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stations to be locked into push-button memory. The
stations stored in SET 2 memory can be selected by
pressing the push-button twice.

Every time a preset button is used a corresponding
button number will be displayed.

Audio
The audio button controls the BASS, TREBLE, BAL-
ANCE, and FADE.

Press the AUDIO button and BASS will be displayed.
Press the SEEK + or SEEK – to increase or decrease the
Bass tones.

Press the AUDIO button a second time and TREB will be
displayed. Press the SEEK + or SEEK – to increase or
decrease the Treble tones.

Press the AUDIO button a third time and BAL will be
displayed. Press the SEEK + or SEEK – to adjust the
sound level from the right or left side speakers.

Press the AUDIO button a fourth time and FADE will be
displayed. Press the SEEK + or SEEK – to adjust the
sound level between the front and rear speakers.

Press the AUDIO button again or wait 5 seconds to exit
setting tone, balance, and fade.

AM/FM Selection
Press the AM/FM button to change from AM to FM. The
operating mode will be displayed next to the station
frequency. The display will show ST when a stereo
station is received in the FM mode.

Mode Button

Press the MODE button to select between the cassette
tape player, CD changer, or the Satellite Radio (if
equipped). When the Satellite Radio (if equipped) is
selected “SAT” will appear in your radio display.

A CD or tape may remain in the player while in the
Satellite or radio mode.

SCAN Button (Radio Mode)

Pressing the SCAN button causes the tuner to search for
the next listenable station, in either AM, FM or Satellite (if
equipped) frequencies, pausing for 5 seconds at each
listenable station before continuing to the next. To stop
the search, press SCAN a second time.

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