How to Replace Dashboard Light Bulbs in a 2000 Dodge Neon
The dashboard lights in a 2000 Dodge Neon are located on the vehicle's instrument panel. Replacing the dashboard lights requires the removal of both the driver's side dashboard trim and the instrument panel in order to access the lights themselves. The 2000 Dodge Neon uses 194-type bulbs. These bulbs can be bought at most automotive-parts suppliers. Because these dashboard lights illuminate the instrument panel when it is dark, it is important (for safety reasons) to always have the dashboard lights in working order.
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Instructions
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Turn the Neon's engine off and open its hood. Use a socket wrench to remove the negative terminal from the battery.
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Insert a slotted screwdriver between the instrument panel and the dashboard trim on the driver's side. Pry off the dashboard trim, being careful not to break the plastic. You may have to move the steering wheel down in order to fully remove the trim.
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Remove the four instrument panel screws with a crosshead screwdriver. There is one screw on each corner of the instrument panel.
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Use a slotted screwdriver to pry the instrument panel out of the vehicle. Be careful not to damage the instrument panel with the screwdriver.
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Reach behind the instrument panel and pull out any damaged bulbs by twisting them to the left and pulling them straight out. Install the replacement bulbs by pushing them into the socket and twisting to the right.
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Place the instrument panel back into the vehicle and reinstall the four instrument panel screws. Reattach the dashboard trim, and reconnect the battery. Close the hood.
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