Neon L4-2.0L SOHC (1995)
3.
Inspect the hood hinge assemblies and verify that each hood hinge has a ground strap between the hood hinge and body. Install P/N 4661932
ground strap if one is damaged or missing.
4.
Unlatch the two clips holding the Power Distribution Center to the battery thermoguard and lift it out of the way. Verify that the engine mount
ground strap is secure. Install P/N 4469334 ground strap if damaged or missing.
5.
With the hood closed, inspect the antenna mast to see that it is secured to the antenna assembly post. If the mast is loose, remove the mast and
apply Mopar Lock N' Seal Adhesive, P/N 4318031, to the threads. Install the mast into the antenna assembly post until the mast bottoms on
antenna assembly post.
6.
Turn the ignition switch to the ON position, but do not start. Do not use the accessory position.
7.
Tune the radio to a weak AM station. Pull the antenna mast rearward approximately 30 Degrees and let it whip back an forth and then pull the
mast sideways approximately 30 Degrees and let it whip back an forth. If loud static or "popping" sound is heard through the radio speakers,
remove the right fender shield and check the antenna bracket mounting screw for proper tightness. If the screw is tight, the antenna base and
bracket will have to be replaced, which is covered in Step 9.
8.
Remove the right side cowl trim panel and confirm that the antenna cable connector between the antenna lead and radio-to-antenna lead in wire is
secure. If static or "popping" sound when the cable leads are wiggled, determine which cable is at fault. If it is the extension cable, replace it with
P/N 5269216. If the noise is due to the antenna lead in wire. the antenna base and bracket will have to be replaced. Proceed to the next step.
9.
If it was determined in Step 7 or 8 that the antenna base and bracket requires replacement, replace the assembly with P/N 4798290.
NOTE:
