20 Most Recent 2001 Dodge Neon - Page 8 Questions & Answers

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The code means the catalytic converter is not functioning as it should, sometimes because the engine is not reaching operating temp, and sometimes because of a fuel problem.You may need to hook it up to a scanner and watch the sensor readings to diagnose the problem.

Need to know the year of your Malibu before I can help. In most cases it's near the fuel tank though

Removal & Installation
CAUTION Do not allow fuel spray or fuel vapors to come in contact with a spark or open flame. Keep a dry chemical fire extinguisher nearby. Never store fuel in an open container due to risk of fire or explosion.

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions section.
   
2. Properly relieve the fuel system pressure.
   
3. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
   
4. Disconnect the quick-connect fuel supply line from the filter/regulator nipple.
   
5. Depress the locking spring tab, located on the side of the fuel filter/regulator, then rotate 90 degrees and pull out. Be sure the upper and lower O-rings are still on the filter assembly.
   

Depress the spring tab, then rotate and pull the fuel filter assembly out


To install:

1. Lightly coat the filter O-rings with clean engine oil. Insert the filter into the opening in the fuel pump module, then align the 2 hold-down tabs with the flange.
   
2. While applying downward pressure, rotate the filter clockwise until the spring tab catches in the locating slot.
   
3. Attach the fuel line to the filter/regulator assembly.
   
4. Connect the negative battery cable.
   

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****** fluid... How often do you even think of changing your automatic fluid? Probably not that often, not until it starts to slip, but then its too late. To many people changing the ****** fluid and filter seems a little bit of out of reach for them to do....whether it seems too hard to do, or if its just the fact they don't know how to do it. In reality its pretty easy to do, although it might get a little messy, it shouldn't be hard at all.This "how to" is aimed at automatic transmissions in general. Most mustangs that have autos are either AOD's, AODE's or 4R70W's, but this was made to give you a general idea on how to change the ****** filter and fluid on most transmissions.1. First thing to do is to make sure you have the right tools for the job.-You'll need the transmission filter and gasket, never use the old gasket or filter over.-You'll need a drain pan big enough to hold all of the ****** fluid.-You will need a ratchet and socket set, or at least a ratchet with the right sockets to fit the transmission pan bolts.-You will also need the regular stuff to jack the car up...Jack, Jack stands, Wheel chocks.-Also make sure you have enough of the right type of ****** fluid for your particular transmission.2. The next thing to do is to jack the car up, and put the wheel chocks, and jack stands in place. As always, never ever get under that car unless it is properly supported by jack stands, never get under a car only supported by a jack.3. Place the drain pan under the the transmission pan. A wide drain pan is very helpful at this point.4. Find the right socket, and loosen all of the transmission pan bolts. Loosen them, but don't take them all out. At this point trans fluid should be pouring out. If its not then gently pry the ****** pan loose. Let it drain, then take all of the bolts out.The reason you don't just remove all of the pan bolts at one time is because you need to let the ****** fluid drain, if you do remove all the bolts before it drains, you'll make a BIG mess.5. Remove the ****** filter. Usually you have to remove two or three bolts to take the filter off. Make sure that you remove any gaskets that are between the filter and ****** too.6. Clean up time. One of the biggest pains of doing a ****** filter is the fact that you have to scrape all of the old gasket off the ****** and ****** pan. So get to it! Gently scrape if off and clean everything up. Sometimes scraping the old gasket off is really easy, other times you wish you weren't born...LOL7. Now that everything is cleaned off its time to install the new filter. Make sure that if you removed any gaskets that were between the filter and ****** that you replace it with a new gasket. Not doing so will damage the transmission.Make sure you line up the filter with right holes or you'll be going nowhere when you're done.8. Last thing to do under the car is to put the pan and new gasket on. Try to line up the gasket with the right holes on the pan and use a couple of bolts to hold the gasket in place. Usually just pushing a few bolts through the pan holes and then through the gasket will help hold the gasket in place until you are ready to put it on the ******. Then hold the pan up to the transmission and tighten a few bolts. Make sure the gasket stays in place. Obviously.....tighten all of the bolts.Note: Never use any type of glue or RTV on the gasket or as a substitute for a gasket. Why? You may be asking...because if any of the dry rtv falls into the ****** it will clog it up, causing major ****** damage.9. Next thing to do is to lower the car, add the proper amount of fluid for your particular ****** and start the car up. While holding your foot on the brake put the car through all of the gears to let the fluid circulate. Put the car back in park and check for any leaks. Re-check the fluid with the engine running (at idle), with the ****** is park. -Remember that not following all manufacturer's specifications, and instructions can/will cause severe transmission damage. So follow them!We apologize for not having pictures to go along with this article but the ones we had were lost and we have no access to an auto trans at this time.If anyone wants to contribute pics to go along with this article feel free to contact us.

If that is the original transaxle & has jumped out ofgear on several trips & you continued to use it likethat,then it will have to be rebuilt completely

you have two problems both bad your oil pump is going out, and your trans is about to go out also. both very expensive if you can trade or sell car soon.

In most case this is caused by low refrigerant pressure in the system which is caused by a leak in the system, this causes the compressor to turn on and off quickly with decreased cooling especially near idle or low speeds. You must have the system leak tested and repaired and then recharged with the correct amount of R134. This is only an educated guess so please have a local shop confirm it before replacing any parts.

The 2001 Dodge Neon is one of the many vehicles that has the fuel pump installed within a special module mounted inside the fuel tank. If you need to change the fuel pump, you will need to remove the fuel tank to reach the pump module. While the individual components of the module can be replaced, the recommended procedure is to change the module as a whole. Disconnecting and transferring the fuel sending unit to a new pump requires you to remove terminals on the electrical connectors. which is a job that amateurs should probably avoid. The brain trust from Detroit, instead of using a lot of common sense and placing it in the engine compartment where it could be gotten at easily, decided to put it in the tank. That way before replacing same you have to drain the tank, remove the tank and replace the unit. Then reinstall the tank and since you have it off, why not replace the straps also. This way it costs about $400 instead if the old $75 or so.

more than likely you will have to drop the gas tank

nut on backside that you cant see???? my jeeps has a hidden nut that is nasty to get to on it

no, just a gear selection position.

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Remoci?n e instalaci?n - Motor 2.0L

1. Antes de reparar el veh?culo, consulte la secci?n de Precauciones.
2. Retire o desconecte la siguiente:
Cable negativo de la bater?a
La manguera de entrada del colector de admisi?n y vuelva a colocar la caja del filtro de aire, en los motores de alto rendimiento s?lo
Arranque el?ctrico conectores
Gu?a de iniciaci?n a los pernos del motor
Arranque


Fig. Arranque de montaje-2002 muestra de ne?n, otros similares
Arranque de montaje-2002 muestra de ne?n, otros similares

Para instalar:

1. Instalar o conectar los siguientes:
De arranque y el par pernos a 40 lbs. (54 Nm)
Arranque el?ctrico conectores
La ingesta de la manguera de entrada m?ltiple en los motores de alto rendimiento
Cable negativo de la bater?a


Solenoide o rel?

El rel? se encuentra en el Centro de Distribuci?n de Energ?a (PDC) en el compartimiento del motor. Consulte la parte inferior de la cubierta del PDC para la localizaci?n de rel? de arranque. Simplemente desconecte el rel? para reemplazarlo.

Aqui la traduccion original (en ingles).

Suerte.

Removal & Installation - 2.0L Engine

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions section.
   
2. Remove or disconnect the following:
   Negative battery cable Inlet hose from the intake manifold and reposition the air cleaner box, on high output engines only Starter electrical connectors Starter-to-engine bolts Starter
   
   
   

   Fig. Starter mounting-2002 Neon shown, others similar
   Starter mounting-2002 Neon shown, others similar

To install:

1. Install or connect the following:
   Starter and torque bolts to 40 ft. lbs. (54 Nm) Starter electrical connectors Intake manifold inlet hose on high output engines Negative battery cable

Solenoid or Relay
The relay is located in the Power Distribution Center (PDC) in the engine compartment. Refer to the underside of the PDC cover for starter relay location. Simply unplug the relay to replace it.



Hope this helps.

There is a reason and that is that one of the door ajar sensors is defective most likely. To determine which sensor is the problem you must have the dealer scan the system ans be able to duplicate the problem.

Sounds like the horn button is getting hot and warping,causing it to close the circuit and activate the horn.I don't remember if the horn switch is part of the airbag or seperate.If the horn buttons are seperate,just replace them.If they are part of the airbag,the proper repair aint gonna be cheap(you'll have to replace the airbag).A low tech solution would be to lower the interior temps when parked.(maybe get a set of VentVIsors that allow you to keep the windows cracked open while keeping the rain out,combined with one of those reflective silver windshield panels).