Introduction
2 Suspension
5 Brakes
7 Cooling
8A Audio
8B Chime/Buzzer
8F Engine Systems
8G Heated Systems
8H Horn
8I Ignition Control
8J Instrument Cluster
8L Lamps
8M Message Systems
8N Power Systems
8O Restraints
8P Speed Control
8R Wipers/Washers
8W Wiring
9 Engine
11 Exhaust System
14 Fuel System
19 Steering
21 Transmission/Transaxle
22 Tires/Wheels
23 Body
INTRODUCTION
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Fastener Identification
BR/BE INTRODUCTION 5
FASTENER IDENTIFICATION (Continued)
Fastener Strength
6 INTRODUCTION BR/BE
International Symbols
1 High Beam 13 Rear Window Washer
2 Fog Lamps 14 Fuel
3 Headlamp, Parking Lamps, Panel Lamps 15 Engine Coolant Temperature
4 Turn Warning 16 Battery Charging Condition
5 Hazard Warning 17 Engine Oil
6 Windshield Washer 18 Seat Belt
7 Windshield Wiper 19 Brake Failure
8 Windshield Wiper and Washer 20 Parking Brake
9 Windscreen Demisting and Defrosting 21 Front Hood
10 Ventilating Fan 22 Rear hood (Decklid)
11 Rear Window Defogger 23 Horn
12 Rear Window Wiper 24 Lighter
BR/BE INTRODUCTION 7
METRIC SYSTEM (Continued)
CONVERSION FORMULAS AND EQUIVALENT VALUES
Refer to the Metric Conversion Chart to convert Also, use the chart to convert between millimeters
torque values listed in metric Newton- meters (N·m). (mm) and inches (in.)
8 INTRODUCTION BR/BE
METRIC SYSTEM (Continued)
TORQUE REFERENCES cations Chart for torque references not listed in the
individual torque charts.
DESCRIPTION
Individual Torque Charts appear at the end of
many Groups. Refer to the Standard Torque Specifi-
Torque Specifications
10 INTRODUCTION BR/BE
OPERATION
There are unique VECI labels for vehicles built for
sale in the country of Canada and for both Light
Duty Cycle (LDC) and Heavy Duty Cycle (HDC)
engines. Canadian labels are written in both the
English and French languages. For all Canadian
vehicles, the label is split into two different labels.
The VECI labels are permanently attached and
cannot be removed without defacing information and
destroying label.
DESCRIPTION
The 5.9L HDC-gas powered engine will have two
labels. One of the labels is located in front of the VIN CODING/LOCATIONS
radiator in the engine compartment (Fig. 2) and will The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) plate is
contain vacuum hose routing only. The other is located on the lower windshield fence near the left
attached to the drivers side of the engine air cleaner A-pillar (Fig. 4). The VIN contains 17 characters that
housing (Fig. 2). provide data concerning the vehicle. Refer to the VIN
The VECI label for the 5.9L HDC-gas powered decoding chart to determine the identification of a
engine will contain the following: vehicle.
• Engine family and displacement The Vehicle Identification Number is also
• Evaporative family imprinted on the:
• Certification application • Body Code Plate.
• Engine timing specifications (if adjustable) • Equipment Identification Plate.
• Idle speeds (if adjustable) • Vehicle Safety Certification Label.
• Spark plug and gap • Frame rail.
The label for the 8.0L V-10 HDC-gas powered To protect the consumer from theft and possible
engine is also located in the engine compartment. It fraud the manufacturer is required to include a
Check Digit at the ninth position of the Vehicle Iden-
BR/BE INTRODUCTION 11
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (Continued)
tification Number. The check digit is used by the
manufacturer and government agencies to verify the
authenticity of the vehicle and official documenta-
tion. The formula to use the check digit is not
released to the general public.
Fig. 4 Vehicle
1 - INSTRUMENT PANEL
2 - VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER PLATE VIN
VEHICLE SAFETY
CERTIFICATION LABEL
DESCRIPTION
A vehicle safety certification label (Fig. 5) is
attached to every Chrysler Corporation vehicle. The
label certifies that the vehicle conforms to all appli-
cable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. The
label also lists:
• Month and year of vehicle manufacture.
• Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The gross
front and rear axle weight ratings (GAWR’s) are
based on a minimum rim size and maximum cold tire
inflation pressure. Fig. 5 Vehicle Safety Certification Label
• Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). • The wheelbase.
• Type of vehicle. • The VIN (Vehicle Identification Number).
• Type of rear wheels. • The T.O.N. (order number).
• Bar code. • The optional and special equipment installed on
• Month, Day and Hour (MDH) of final assembly. the vehicle.
• Paint and Trim codes. Refer to the information listed on the plate when
• Country of origin. ordering replacement parts.
The label is located on the driver-side door shut-
face.
EQUIPMENT IDENTIFICATION
PLATE
DESCRIPTION
The Equipment Identification Plate (Fig. 6) is
located at the left, front of the inner hood panel. The
plate lists information concerning the vehicle as fol-
lows: Fig. 6 Equipment Identification Plate
• The model.
BR/BE LUBRICATION & MAINTENANCE 0-1
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INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS
DESCRIPTION
DaimlerChrysler Corporation uses international
symbols to identify engine compartment lubricant
and fluid inspection and fill locations (Fig. 1).
FLUID TYPES
DESCRIPTION - ENGINE OIL
WARNING: NEW OR USED ENGINE OIL CAN BE
IRRITATING TO THE SKIN. AVOID PROLONGED OR
REPEATED SKIN CONTACT WITH ENGINE OIL.
Fig. 1 International Symbols CONTAMINANTS IN USED ENGINE OIL, CAUSED BY
INTERNAL COMBUSTION, CAN BE HAZARDOUS TO
PARTS & LUBRICANT YOUR HEALTH. THOROUGHLY WASH EXPOSED
RECOMMENDATION SKIN WITH SOAP AND WATER. DO NOT WASH
SKIN WITH GASOLINE, DIESEL FUEL, THINNER, OR
SOLVENTS, HEALTH PROBLEMS CAN RESULT. DO
STANDARD PROCEDURE - CLASSIFICATION OF
NOT POLLUTE, DISPOSE OF USED ENGINE OIL
LUBRICANTS PROPERLY. CONTACT YOUR DEALER OR GOVERN-
Only lubricants that are endorsed by the following MENT AGENCY FOR LOCATION OF COLLECTION
organization should be used to service a Daimler- CENTER IN YOUR AREA.
Chrysler Corporation vehicle.
• Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE)
• American Petroleum Institute (API) (Fig. 4) API SERVICE GRADE CERTIFIED
• National Lubricating Grease Institute (NLGI) Use an engine oil that is API Service Grade Certi-
(Fig. 2) fied. MOPARt provides engine oils that conform to
Lubricating grease is rated for quality and usage this service grade.
by the NLGI. All approved products have the NLGI
symbol (Fig. 2) on the label. At the bottom NLGI SAE VISCOSITY
symbol is the usage and quality identification letters. An SAE viscosity grade is used to specify the vis-
Wheel bearing lubricant is identified by the letter cosity of engine oil. Use only engine oils with multi-
“G”. Chassis lubricant is identified by the latter “L”. ple viscosities such as 5W-30 or 10W-30. These oils
The letter following the usage letter indicates the are specified with a dual SAE viscosity grade which
quality of the lubricant. The following symbols indi- indicates the cold-to-hot temperature viscosity range.
cate the highest quality. Select an engine oil that is best suited to your par-
When service is required, DaimlerChrysler Corpo- ticular temperature range and variation (Fig. 3).
ration recommends that only Mopart brand parts,
lubricants and chemicals be used. Mopar provides
the best engineered products for servicing Daimler-
Chrysler Corporation vehicles.
0-4 LUBRICATION & MAINTENANCE BR/BE
FLUID TYPES (Continued)
Standard engine-oil identification notations have
been adopted to aid in the proper selection of engine
oil. The identifying notations are located on the label
of engine oil plastic bottles and the top of engine oil
cans.
In diesel engines, use an engine oil that conforms
to API Service Grade CF-4 or CG-4/SH (Fig. 5).
MOPARt provides an engine oil that conforms to this
particular grade.
DESCRIPTION—ENGINE OIL
Fig. 6 Engine Oil Viscosity Recommendation—
API SERVICE GRADE CERTIFIED Diesel Engines
WARNING: NEW OR USED ENGINE OIL CAN BE
IRRITATING TO THE SKIN. AVOID PROLONGED OR
REPEATED SKIN CONTACT WITH ENGINE OIL.
CONTAMINANTS IN USED ENGINE OIL, CAUSED BY
INTERNAL COMBUSTION, CAN BE HAZARDOUS TO
YOUR HEALTH. THOROUGHLY WASH EXPOSED
SKIN WITH SOAP AND WATER. DO NOT WASH
SKIN WITH GASOLINE, DIESEL FUEL, THINNER, OR
SOLVENTS, HEALTH PROBLEMS CAN RESULT. DO
NOT POLLUTE, DISPOSE OF USED ENGINE OIL
PROPERLY. CONTACT YOUR DEALER OR GOVERN-
MENT AGENCY FOR LOCATION OF COLLECTION
CENTER IN YOUR AREA.
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FLUID TYPES (Continued)
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES conditions such as dusty areas and very short trip
driving.
LIGHT DUTY ENGINE (1500 AND 2500 FLUID FILL LOCATIONS AND LUBRICATION
MODELS EXCEPT 8.0L) MAINTENANCE POINTS
SCHEDULES The fluid check/fill locations and lubrication points
There are two maintenance schedules that show are located in each applicable group.
proper service for the vehicle.
First is Schedule “A”. It lists all the scheduled LIGHT DUTY SCHEDULE “A”
maintenance to be performed under “normal” operat-
ing conditions. 7,500 Miles (12 000 km) or at 6 months
Second is Schedule“B” It is a schedule for vehicles • Change engine oil.
that are operated under the conditions listed at the • Replace engine oil filter.
beginning of that schedule. • Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
Use the schedule that best describes the driving • Inspect brake hoses.
conditions. • Lubricate the steering linkages.
Where time and mileage are listed, follow the • Check manual transmission fluid level.
interval that occurs first. • Inspect exhaust system.
At Each Stop For Fuel 15,000 Miles (24 000 km) or at 12 months
• Check engine oil level and add as required. • Change engine oil.
• Check windshield washer solvent and add as • Replace engine oil filter.
required. • Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
• Clean windshield and wiper blades as required. • Inspect brake hoses.
• Lubricate the steering linkages.
Once A Month • Check manual transmission fluid level.
• Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear • Inspect exhaust system.
or damage.
• Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals 22,500 Miles (36 000 km) or at 18 months
as required. • Change engine oil.
• Check fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake • Replace engine oil filter.
master cylinder, power steering, and transmission • Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
and add as needed. • Inspect brake hoses.
• Check all lights and all other electrical items for • Inspect brake linings.
correct operation. • Inspect front wheel bearings. Clean and repack,
• Inspect and clean wiper blades. Replace if if required (4x2).
required. • Lubricate the steering linkages.
• Lubricate non permanently sealed ball joints.
At Each Oil Change • Check manual transmission fluid level.
• Inspect exhaust system. • Inspect exhaust system.
• Inspect brake hoses.
• Adjust rear brake shoe to drum clearance. 30,000 Miles (48 000 km) or at 24 months
• Rotate the tires at each oil change interval • Replace engine air cleaner element.
shown on schedule “A” (7,500 Miles) or every other • Replace spark plugs.
interval shown on schedule “B” (6,000 Miles). • Change engine oil.
• Check engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps. • Replace engine oil filter.
• Lubricate steering linkage. • Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
• Inspect brake hoses.
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE • Lubricate the steering linkages.
The scheduled emission maintenance listed in bold • Inspect manual transmission fluid level.
type on the Maintenance Schedules, must be done at • Inspect exhaust system.
the mileage specified to assure the continued proper
functioning of the emission control system. These, 37,500 Miles (60 000 km) or at 30 months
and all other maintenance services included in this • Change engine oil.
manual, should be done to provide the best vehicle • Replace engine oil filter.
performance and reliability. More frequent mainte- • Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
nance may be needed for vehicles in severe operating
0-8 LUBRICATION & MAINTENANCE BR/BE
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES (Continued)
• Inspect brake hoses. 75,000 Miles (120 000 km) or at 60 months
• Lubricate the steering linkages. • Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if
• Inspect manual transmission fluid level. required.**
• Drain and refill transfer case fluid. • Change engine oil.
• Inspect exhaust system. • Replace engine oil filter.
• Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
45,000 Miles (72 000 km) or at 36 months • Inspect brake hoses.
• Change engine oil. • Lubricate the steering linkages.
• Replace engine oil filter. • Check manual transmission fluid level.
• Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps. • Drain and refill transfer case fluid.
• Inspect brake hoses. • Inspect exhaust system.
• Inspect brake linings.
• Inspect front wheel bearings. Clean and repack, 82,500 Miles (132 000 km) or at 66 months
if required (4x2). • Change engine oil.
• Lubricate the steering linkages. • Replace engine oil filter.
• Lubricate non permanently sealed ball joints. • Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
• Check manual transmission fluid level. • Flush and replace engine coolant if it has been
• Inspect exhaust system. 30,000 miles (48 000 km) or 24 months since last
change.
52,500 Miles (84 000 km) or at 42 months • Inspect brake hoses.
• Change engine oil. • Lubricate the steering linkages.
• Replace engine oil filter. • Inspect manual transmission fluid level.
• Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps. • Inspect exhaust system.
• Flush and replace engine coolant.
• Inspect brake hoses. 90,000 Miles (144 000 km) or at 72 months
• Lubricate the steering linkages. • Replace engine air cleaner element.
• Inspect manual transmission fluid level. • Check PCV valve and replace as neces-
• Inspect exhaust system. sary.*
• Replace spark plugs.
60,000 Miles (96 000 km) or at 48 months • Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if
• Replace engine air cleaner element. required.**
• Replace ignition cables. • Change engine oil.
• Check PCV valve and replace as neces- • Replace engine oil filter.
sary.* • Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
• Replace spark plugs. • Inspect brake hoses.
• Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if • Inspect brake linings.
required. • Inspect front wheel bearings. Clean and repack,
• Change engine oil. if required (4x2).
• Replace engine oil filter. • Lubricate the steering linkages.
• Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps. • Lubricate non permanently sealed ball joints.
• Inspect brake hoses. • Check manual transmission fluid level.
• Lubricate the steering linkages. • Inspect exhaust system.
• Check manual transmission fluid level.
• Inspect exhaust system. 97,500 Miles (156 000 km) or at 78 months
• Change engine oil.
67,500 Miles (108 000 km) or at 54 months • Replace engine oil filter.
• Change engine oil. • Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
• Replace engine oil filter. • Inspect brake hoses.
• Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps. • Lubricate the steering linkages.
• Inspect brake hoses. • Inspect manual transmission fluid level.
• Inspect brake linings. • Inspect exhaust system.
• Inspect front wheel bearings. Clean and repack,
if required (4x2). 100,000 Miles (160,000 km)
• Lubricate the steering linkages. • Change automatic transmission fluid, filter and
• Lubricate non permanently sealed ball joints. adjust bands.
• Check manual transmission fluid level.
• Inspect exhaust system.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES (Continued)
105,000 Miles (168 000 km) or at 84 months • More than 50 percent of the driving is at sus-
• Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if tained high speeds during hot weather, above 90°F
required.** (32°C).
• Change engine oil. • Frequent stop and go driving.
• Replace engine oil filter. • Day and night temperatures are below freezing.
• Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps. • Taxi, police or delivery service (commercial ser-
• Inspect brake hoses. vice).
• Lubricate the steering linkages. • Off-road or desert operation.
• Check manual transmission fluid level.
• Inspect exhaust system. 3,000 Miles (5 000 km)
• Change engine oil.
112,500 Miles (180 000 km) or at 90 months • Replace engine oil filter.
• Change engine oil. • Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
• Replace engine oil filter. • Inspect brake hoses.
• Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps. • Lubricate the steering linkages.
• Flush and replace engine coolant if it has been • Check manual transmission fluid level.
30,000 miles (48 000 km) or 24 months since last • Inspect exhaust system.
change.
• Inspect brake hoses. 6,000 Miles (10 000 km)
• Inspect brake linings. • Change engine oil.
• Inspect front wheel bearings. Clean and repack, • Replace engine oil filter.
if required (4x2). • Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
• Lubricate the steering linkages. • Inspect brake hoses.
• Lubricate non permanently sealed ball joints. • Lubricate the steering linkages.
• Check manual transmission fluid level. • Check manual transmission fluid level.
• Drain and refill transfer case fluid. • Inspect exhaust system.
• Inspect exhaust system.
9,000 Miles (14 000 km)
120,000 Miles (192 000 km) or at 96 months • Change engine oil.
• Replace engine air cleaner element. • Replace engine oil filter.
• Replace ignition cables. • Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
• Check PCV valve and replace as neces- • Inspect brake hoses.
sary.* • Lubricate the steering linkages.
• Replace spark plugs. • Check manual transmission fluid level.
• Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if • Inspect exhaust system.
required.**
• Change engine oil. 12,000 Miles (19 000 km)
• Replace engine oil filter. • Change engine oil.
• Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps. • Replace engine oil filter.
• Inspect brake hoses. • Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
• Lubricate the steering linkages. • Inspect brake hoses.
• Check manual transmission fluid level. • Inspect brake linings.
• Inspect exhaust system. • Lubricate the steering linkages.
*This maintenance is recommended by Daimler- • Check manual transmission fluid level.
Chrysler to the customer but it is not required to • Change rear axle fluid.
maintain warranty on the PCV valve. • Change front axle fluid (4x4).
**This maintenance is not required if the belt was • Inspect exhaust system.
previously replaced.
15,000 Miles (24 000 km)
LIGHT DUTY SCHEDULE “B” • Inspect engine air cleaner element, replace
Follow this schedule if the vehicle is usually oper- as necessary.
ated under one or more of the following conditions. • Change engine oil.
• Frequent short trips of less than 5 miles. • Replace engine oil filter.
• Frequent driving in dusty conditions. • Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
• Trailer towing. • Inspect brake hoses.
• Frequent long periods of engine idling. • Lubricate the steering linkages.
• Check manual transmission fluid level.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES (Continued)
• Inspect exhaust system. 33,000 Miles (53 000 km)
• Change engine oil.
18,000 Miles (29 000 km) • Replace engine oil filter.
• Change engine oil. • Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
• Replace engine oil filter. • Inspect brake hoses.
• Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps. • Lubricate the steering linkages.
• Inspect brake hoses. • Check manual transmission fluid level.
• Lubricate the steering linkages. • Inspect exhaust system.
• Check manual transmission fluid level.
• Inspect exhaust system. 36,000 Miles (58 000 km)
• Change engine oil.
21,000 Miles (34 000 km) • Replace engine oil filter.
• Change engine oil. • Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
• Replace engine oil filter. • Inspect brake hoses.
• Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps. • Inspect brake linings.
• Inspect brake hoses. • Lubricate the steering linkages.
• Lubricate the steering linkages. • Check manual transmission fluid level.
• Check manual transmission fluid level. • Drain and refill transfer case fluid.
• Inspect exhaust system. • Change rear axle fluid.
• Change front axle fluid (4x4).
24,000 Miles (38 000 km) • Inspect exhaust system.
• Change engine oil.
• Replace engine oil filter. 39,000 Miles (62 000 km)
• Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps. • Change engine oil.
• Inspect brake hoses. • Replace engine oil filter.
• Inspect brake linings. • Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
• Lubricate the steering linkages. • Inspect brake hoses.
• Check manual transmission fluid level. • Lubricate the steering linkages.
• Change rear axle fluid. • Check manual transmission fluid level.
• Change front axle fluid (4x4). • Inspect exhaust system.
• Inspect exhaust system.
42,000 Miles (67 000 km)
27,000 Miles (43 000 km) • Change engine oil.
• Change engine oil. • Replace engine oil filter.
• Replace engine oil filter. • Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
• Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps. • Inspect brake hoses.
• Inspect brake hoses. • Lubricate the steering linkages.
• Lubricate the steering linkages. • Check manual transmission fluid level.
• Check manual transmission fluid level. • Inspect exhaust system.
• Inspect exhaust system.
45,000 Miles (72 000 km)
30,000 Miles (48 000 km) • Inspect engine air cleaner element, replace
• Replace engine air cleaner element. as necessary.
• Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary.* • Change engine oil.
• Replace spark plugs. • Replace engine oil filter.
• Change engine oil. • Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
• Replace engine oil filter. • Inspect brake hoses.
• Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps. • Lubricate the steering linkages.
• Inspect brake hoses. • Check manual transmission fluid level.
• Lubricate the steering linkages. • Inspect exhaust system.
• Change automatic transmission fluid, filter and
adjust the bands. 48,000 Miles (77 000 km)
• Check manual transmission fluid level. • Change engine oil.
• Inspect exhaust system. • Replace engine oil filter.
• Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
• Inspect brake hoses.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES (Continued)
• Inspect brake linings. 63,000 Miles (101 000 km)
• Lubricate the steering linkages. • Change engine oil.
• Check manual transmission fluid level. • Replace engine oil filter.
• Change rear axle fluid. • Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
• Change front axle fluid (4x4). • Inspect brake hoses.
• Inspect exhaust system. • Lubricate the steering linkages.
• Check manual transmission fluid level.
51,000 Miles (82 000 km) • Inspect exhaust system.
• Change engine oil.
• Replace engine oil filter. 66,000 Miles (106 000 km)
• Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps. • Change engine oil.
• Flush and replace engine coolant. • Replace engine oil filter.
• Inspect brake hoses. • Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
• Lubricate the steering linkages. • Inspect brake hoses.
• Check manual transmission fluid level. • Lubricate the steering linkages.
• Inspect exhaust system. • Check manual transmission fluid level.
• Inspect exhaust system.
54,000 Miles (86 000 km)
• Change engine oil. 69,000 Miles (110 000 km)
• Replace engine oil filter. • Change engine oil.
• Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps. • Replace engine oil filter.
• Inspect brake hoses. • Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
• Lubricate the steering linkages. • Inspect brake hoses.
• Check manual transmission fluid level. • Lubricate the steering linkages.
• Inspect exhaust system. • Check manual transmission fluid level.
• Inspect exhaust system.
57,000 Miles (91 000 km)
• Change engine oil. 72,000 Miles (115 000 km)
• Replace engine oil filter. • Change engine oil.
• Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps. • Replace engine oil filter.
• Inspect brake hoses. • Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
• Lubricate the steering linkages. • Inspect brake hoses.
• Check manual transmission fluid level. • Inspect brake linings.
• Inspect exhaust system. • Lubricate the steering linkages.
• Check manual transmission fluid level.
60,000 Miles (96 000 km) • Drain and refill transfer case fluid.
• Replace engine air cleaner element. • Change rear axle fluid.
• Replace ignition cables. • Change front axle fluid (4x4).
• Inspect PCV valve and replace as neces- • Inspect exhaust system.
sary.*
• Replace spark plugs. 75,000 Miles (120 000 km)
• Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if • Inspect engine air cleaner element, replace
required. as necessary.
• Change engine oil. • Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if
• Replace engine oil filter. required.**
• Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps. • Change engine oil.
• Inspect brake hoses. • Replace engine oil filter.
• Inspect brake linings. • Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
• Lubricate the steering linkages. • Inspect brake hoses.
• Change automatic transmission fluid, filter and • Lubricate the steering linkages.
adjust the bands. • Check manual transmission fluid level.
• Check manual transmission fluid level. • Inspect exhaust system.
• Change rear axle fluid.
• Change front axle fluid (4x4). 78,000 Miles (125 000 km)
• Inspect exhaust system. • Change engine oil.
• Replace engine oil filter.
• Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES (Continued)
• Inspect brake hoses. • Lubricate the steering linkages.
• Lubricate the steering linkages. • Check manual transmission fluid level.
• Check manual transmission fluid level. • Inspect exhaust system.
• Inspect exhaust system.
96,000 Miles (154 000 km)
81,000 Miles (130 000 km) • Change engine oil.
• Change engine oil. • Replace engine oil filter.
• Replace engine oil filter. • Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
• Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps. • Inspect brake hoses.
• Flush and replace engine coolant. • Inspect brake linings.
• Inspect brake hoses. • Lubricate the steering linkages.
• Lubricate the steering linkages. • Check manual transmission fluid level.
• Check manual transmission fluid level. • Change rear axle fluid.
• Inspect exhaust system. • Change front axle fluid (4x4).
• Inspect exhaust system.
84,000 Miles (134 000 km)
• Change engine oil. 99,000 Miles (158 000 km)
• Replace engine oil filter. • Change engine oil.
• Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps. • Replace engine oil filter.
• Inspect brake hoses. • Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
• Inspect brake linings. • Inspect brake hoses.
• Lubricate the steering linkages. • Lubricate the steering linkages.
• Check manual transmission fluid level. • Check manual transmission fluid level.
• Change rear axle fluid. • Inspect exhaust system.
• Change front axle fluid (4x4).
• Inspect exhaust system. 102,000 Miles (163 000 km)
• Change engine oil.
87,000 Miles (139 000 km) • Replace engine oil filter.
• Change engine oil. • Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
• Replace engine oil filter. • Inspect brake hoses.
• Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps. • Lubricate the steering linkages.
• Inspect brake hoses. • Check manual transmission fluid level.
• Lubricate the steering linkages. • Inspect exhaust system.
• Check manual transmission fluid level.
• Inspect exhaust system. 105,000 Miles (168 000 km)
• Inspect engine air cleaner element, replace
90,000 Miles (144 000 km) as necessary.
• Replace engine air cleaner element. • Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if
• Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary.* required.**
• Replace spark plugs. • Change engine oil.
• Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if • Replace engine oil filter.
required.** • Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
• Change engine oil. • Inspect brake hoses.
• Replace engine oil filter. • Lubricate the steering linkages.
• Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps. • Check manual transmission fluid level.
• Inspect brake hoses. • Inspect exhaust system.
• Lubricate the steering linkages.
• Change automatic transmission fluid, filter and 108,000 Miles (173 000 km)
adjust the bands. • Change engine oil.
• Check manual transmission fluid level. • Replace engine oil filter.
• Inspect exhaust system. • Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
• Inspect brake hoses.
93,000 Miles (149 000 km) • Inspect brake linings.
• Change engine oil. • Lubricate the steering linkages.
• Replace engine oil filter. • Check manual transmission fluid level.
• Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps. • Drain and refill transfer case fluid.
• Inspect brake hoses. • Change rear axle fluid.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES (Continued)
• Change front axle fluid (4x4). DESCRIPTION - MEDIUM DUTY TRUCK
• Inspect exhaust system.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (8.0L 2500 & 3500
111,000 Miles (178 000 km) MODELS — CALIFORNIA ONLY)
• Change engine oil. There are two maintenance schedules that show
• Replace engine oil filter. proper service based on the conditions that the vehi-
• Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps. cle is subjected to. Use the schedule that best
• Flush and replace engine coolant. describes these conditions.
• Inspect brake hoses. Schedule“A”, lists all the scheduled maintenance
• Lubricate the steering linkages. to be performed under normal operating conditions
• Check manual transmission fluid level. for Medium Duty vehicles.
• Inspect exhaust system. Schedule“B”, lists maintenance recommended for
Medium Duty vehicles operated under the conditions
114,000 Miles (182 000 km) listed at the beginning of that schedule.
• Change engine oil. • Where the time and mileage are listed, follow
• Replace engine oil filter. the interval that occurs first.
• Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
• Inspect brake hoses. At Each Stop For Fuel
• Lubricate the steering linkages. • Check engine oil level and add as required.
• Check manual transmission fluid level. • Check windshield washer solvent and add as
• Inspect exhaust system. required.
• Clean windshield and wiper blades as required.
117,000 Miles (187 000 km)
• Change engine oil. Once A Month
• Replace engine oil filter. • Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear
• Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps. or damage.
• Inspect brake hoses. • Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals
• Lubricate the steering linkages. as required.
• Check manual transmission fluid level. • Check fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake
• Inspect exhaust system. master cylinder, power steering, and transmission
and add as needed.
120,000 Miles (192 000 km) • Check all lights and all other electrical items for
• Replace engine air cleaner element. correct operation.
• Replace ignition cables. • Inspect and clean wiper blades. Replace if required.
• Inspect PCV valve and replace as necessary.*
• Replace spark plugs. At Each Oil Change
• Inspect auto tension drive belt and replace if • Inspect exhaust system.
required.** • Inspect brake hoses.
• Change engine oil. • Adjust rear brakes.
• Replace engine oil filter. • Rotate the tires at each oil change interval
• Inspect engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps. shown on schedule “A” (6,000 Miles) or every other
• Inspect brake hoses. interval shown on schedule “B” (6,000 Miles)
• Inspect brake linings. • Check engine coolant level, hoses and clamps.
• Lubricate the steering linkages. • Lubricate steering linkage.
• Change automatic transmission fluid, filter and
adjust the bands. EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
• Check manual transmission fluid level. The scheduled emission maintenance listed in bold
• Change rear axle fluid. type on the Maintenance Schedules, must be done at
• Change front axle fluid (4x4). the mileage specified to assure the continued proper
• Inspect exhaust system. functioning of the emission control system. These,
*This maintenance is recommended by Daimler- and all other maintenance services included in this
Chrysler to the customer but it is not required to manual, should be done to provide the best vehicle
maintain warranty on the PCV valve. performance and reliability. More frequent mainte-
**This maintenance is not required if the belt was nance may be needed for vehicles in severe operating
previously replaced. conditions such as dusty areas and very short trip
Inspection and service should also be performed driving.
anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES (Continued)
FLUID FILL LOCATIONS AND LUBRICATION 60,000 Miles (96 000 km) or at 60 months
POINTS • Replace engine oil and filter.
The fluid fill/check locations and lubrication points • Replace engine air cleaner element.
are located in each applicable group. • Replace ignition cables.
• Replace spark plugs.
MEDIUM DUTY SCHEDULE “A” • Flush and replace engine coolant if it has been
30,000 miles (48 000 km) or 24 months since last
6,000 miles (10 000 km) or at 6 months change.
• Replace engine oil and filter.
66,000 Miles (106 000 km) or at 66 months
12,000 Miles (19 000 km) or at 12 months • Replace engine oil and filter.
• Replace engine oil and filter.
72,000 Miles (115 000 km) or at 72 months
18,000 Miles (29 000 km) or at 18 months • Replace engine oil and filter.
• Replace engine oil and filter. • Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid.
• Inspect brake linings. Replace filter and adjust bands.
• Inspect front wheel bearings. Clean and repack, • Drain and refill transfer case fluid.
if required (4x2). • Inspect front wheel bearings. Clean and repack,
if required (4x2).
24,000 Miles (38 000 km) or at 24 months • Inspect brake linings.
• Replace engine oil and filter.
• Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid. 78,000 Miles (125 000 km) or at 78 months
Replace filter and adjust bands. • Replace engine oil and filter.
• Flush and replace engine coolant if it has been
30,000 Miles (48 000 km) or at 30 months 30,000 miles (48 000 km) or 24 months since last
• Replace engine oil and filter. change.
• Replace engine air cleaner element.
• Replace spark plugs. 84,000 Miles (134 000 km) or at 84 months
• Replace engine oil and filter.
36,000 Miles (58 000 km) or at 36 months • Flush and replace engine coolant if it has been
• Replace engine oil and filter. 30,000 miles (48 000 km) or 24 months since last
• Drain and refill transfer case fluid. change.
• Inspect brake linings
• Flush and replace engine coolant at 36 months, 90,000 Miles (144 000 km) or at 90 months
regardless of mileage. • Replace engine oil and filter.
• Inspect front wheel bearings. Clean and repack, • Replace engine air cleaner element.
if required (4x2). • Replace spark plugs.
• Inspect brake linings.
42,000 Miles (67 000 km) or at 42 months • Inspect front wheel bearings. Clean and repack,
• Replace engine oil and filter. if required (4x2).
48,000 Miles (77 000 km) or at 48 months 96,000 Miles (154 000 km) or at 96 months
• Replace engine oil and filter. • Replace engine oil and filter.
• Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid. • Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid.
Replace filter and adjust bands. Replace filter and adjust bands.
• Flush and replace engine coolant if not done at
36 months. 102,000 Miles (163 000 km) or at 104 months
• Replace engine oil and filter.
54,000 Miles (86 000 km) or at 54 months
• Replace engine oil and filter. 108,000 Miles (173 000 km) or at 110 months
• Inspect brake linings. • Replace engine oil and filter.
• Inspect front wheel bearings. Clean and repack, • Drain and refill transfer case fluid.
if required (4x2). • Inspect brake linings.
• Flush and replace engine coolant if it has been
30,000 miles (48 000 km) or 24 months since last
change.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES (Continued)
• Inspect front wheel bearings. Clean and repack, • Inspect front wheel bearings. Clean and repack,
if required (4x2). if required (4x2).
• Change rear axle fluid.
114,000 Miles (183 000 km) or at 116 months • Change front axle fluid (4x4).
• Replace engine oil and filter. • Inspect brake linings.
120,000 Miles (192 000 km) or at 124 months 27,000 Miles (43 000 km)
• Replace engine oil and filter. • Replace engine oil and filter.
• Replace engine air cleaner element.
• Replace ignition cables. 30,000 Miles (48 000 km)
• Replace spark plugs. • Replace engine oil and filter.
• Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid. • Replace engine air cleaner element.
Replace filter and adjust bands. • Replace spark plugs.
78,000 Miles (125 000 km) 111,000 Miles (178 000 km)
• Replace engine oil and filter. • Replace engine oil and filter.
• Flush and replace engine coolant.
114,000 Miles (183 000 km)
81,000 Miles (130 000 km) • Replace engine oil and filter.
• Replace engine oil and filter.
117,000 Miles (187 000 km)
84,000 Miles (134 000 km) • Replace engine oil and filter.
• Replace engine oil and filter.
• Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid. 120,000 Miles (192 000 km)
Replace filter and adjust bands.‡ • Replace engine oil and filter.
• Change rear axle fluid. • Replace engine air cleaner element.
• Change front axle fluid (4x4). • Replace ignition cables.
• Inspect brake linings. • Replace spark plugs.
• Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid.
87,000 Miles (139 000 km) Replace filter and adjust bands.
• Replace engine oil and filter. • Change rear axle fluid.
• Change front axle fluid (4x4).
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES (Continued)
• Inspect brake linings. EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
‡Off-the-highway operation, trailer towing snow The scheduled emission maintenance listed in bold
plowing, prolonged operation with heavy loading, type on the Maintenance Schedules, must be done at
especially in hot weather require the more frequent the mileage specified to assure the continued proper
transmission service indicated with an ‡ in Schedule functioning of the emission control system. These,
“B”. Perform these services if the vehicle is usually and all other maintenance services included in this
operated under these conditions. manual, should be done to provide the best vehicle
Inspection and service should also be performed performance and reliability. More frequent mainte-
anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected. nance may be needed for vehicles in severe operating
conditions such as dusty areas and very short trip
DESCRIPTION - HEAVY DUTY ENGINE driving.
(FEDERAL ONLY – 2500 8.0L HD AND 3500
5.9L& 8.0L MODELS) MAINTENANCE FLUID FILL LOCATIONS AND LUBRICATION
SCHEDULES POINTS
The fluid fill/check locations and lubrication points
There are two maintenance schedules that show
are located in each applicable group.
proper service based on the conditions that the vehi-
cle is subjected to. Use the schedule that best
HEAVY DUTY SCHEDULE “A”
describes these conditions.
Schedule“A”, lists all the scheduled maintenance 6,000 miles (10 000 km) or at 6 months
to be performed under normal operating conditions
• Change engine oil.
for Heavy Duty vehicles.
• Replace engine oil filter.
Schedule“B”, lists maintenance recommended for
Heavy Duty vehicles operated under the conditions 12,000 Miles (19 000 km) or at 12 months
listed at the beginning of that schedule. • Change engine oil.
• Where time and mileage are listed, follow the • Replace engine oil filter.
interval that occurs first. • Inspect engine air cleaner element, replace
At Each Stop For Fuel as necessary (8.0L only).
• Check engine oil level, add as required. 18,000 Miles (29 000 km) or at 18 months
• Check windshield washer solvent and add if • Change engine oil.
required. • Replace engine oil filter.
• Clean windshield and wiper blades as required. • Inspect brake linings
• Inspect front wheel bearings. Clean and repack,
Once A Month
if required (4x4).
• Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear
or damage. 24,000 Miles (38 000 km) or at 24 months
• Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals • Change engine oil.
as required. • Replace engine oil filter.
• Check fluid levels of coolant reservoir, power • Replace engine air cleaner element and air
steering and transmission and add as needed. pump filter.
• Check all lights and all other electrical items for • Clean and lubricate crankcase inlet air filter
correct operation. (5.9L).
• Inspect and clean wiper blades. Replace if • Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid.
required. Replace filter and adjust bands.
At Each Oil Change • Inspect front wheel bearings. Clean and repack,
if required (4x2).
• Inspect exhaust system.
• Inspect brake hoses. 30,000 Miles (48 000 km) or at 30 months
• Adjust rear brakes. • Change engine oil.
• Rotate the tires at each oil change interval • Replace engine oil filter.
shown on schedule “A” (6,000 Miles) or every other • Replace spark plugs.
interval shown on schedule “B” (6,000 Miles).
• Check engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps. 36,000 Miles (58 000 km) or at 36 months
• Lubricate steering linkage. • Change engine oil.
• Replace engine oil filter.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES (Continued)
• Drain and refill transfer case fluid. • Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid.
• Inspect brake linings. Replace filter and adjust bands.
• Flush and replace engine coolant at 36 months, • Drain and refill transfer case fluid.
regardless of mileage. • Clean and lubricate crankcase inlet air filter
• Inspect front wheel bearings. Clean and repack, (5.9L).
if required (4x4). • Inspect front wheel bearings. Clean and repack,
• Inspect engine air cleaner element, replace if required (all).
as necessary (8.0L only). • Inspect brake linings.
42,000 Miles (67 000 km) or at 42 months 78,000 Miles (125 000 km) or at 78 months
• Change engine oil. • Change engine oil.
• Replace engine oil filter. • Replace engine oil filter.
• Flush and replace engine coolant if it has been
48,000 Miles (77 000 km) or at 48 months) 30,000 miles (48 000 km) or 24 months since last
• Change engine oil. change.
• Replace engine oil filter.
• Replace engine air cleaner element and air 82,500 Miles (132 000 km) or at 82 months
pump filter. • Replace oxygen sensor (5.9L only).*
• Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid.
Replace filter and adjust bands. 84,000 Miles (134 000 km) or at 84 months
• Clean and lubricate crankcase inlet air filter • Change engine oil.
(5.9L). • Replace engine oil filter.
• Inspect front wheel bearings. Clean and repack, • Flush and replace engine coolant if it has been
if required (4x2). 30,000 miles (48 000 km) or 24 months since last
• Flush and replace engine coolant if not done at change.
36 months. • Inspect engine air cleaner element, replace
as necessary (8.0L only).
54,000 Miles (86 000 km) or at 54 months
• Change engine oil. 90,000 Miles (144 000 km) or at 90 months
• Replace engine oil filter. • Change engine oil.
• Inspect brake linings. • Replace engine oil filter.
• Inspect front wheel bearings. Clean and repack, • Replace spark plugs.
if required (4x4). • Inspect brake linings.
• Inspect front wheel bearings. Clean and repack,
60,000 Miles (96 000 km) or at 60 months if required (4x4).
• Change engine oil.
• Replace engine oil filter. 96,000 Miles (154 000 km) or at 96 months
• Replace ignition cables. • Change engine oil.
• Replace PCV valve (5.9L).* • Replace engine oil filter.
• Replace distributor cap and rotor (5.9L • Replace engine air cleaner element and air
only). pump filter.
• Replace spark plugs. • Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid.
• Flush and replace engine coolant if it has been Replace filter and adjust bands.
30,000 miles (48 000 km) or 24 months since last • Clean and lubricate crankcase inlet air filter
change. (5.9L).
• Inspect engine air cleaner element, replace • Inspect front wheel bearings. Clean and repack,
as necessary (8.0L only). if required (4x2).
66,000 Miles (106 000 km) or at 66 months 102,000 Miles (163 000 km) or at 102 months
• Change engine oil. • Change engine oil.
• Replace engine oil filter. • Replace engine oil filter.
72,000 Miles (115 000 km) or at 72 months 108,000 Miles (173 000 km) or at 108 months
• Change engine oil. • Change engine oil.
• Replace engine oil filter. • Replace engine oil filter.
• Replace engine air cleaner element and air • Drain and refill transfer case fluid.
pump filter. • Inspect brake linings.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES (Continued)
• Flush and replace engine coolant if it has been 15,000 Miles (24 000 km)
30,000 miles (48 000 km) or 24 months since last • Change engine oil.
change. • Replace engine oil filter.
• Inspect front wheel bearings. Clean and repack, • Lubricate tie rod ends every 3,000 miles (5 000
if required (4x4). km).
• Inspect engine air cleaner element, replace
as necessary (8.0L only). 18,000 Miles (29 000 km)
*Requires Service Reminder Indicator Light. If so • Change engine oil.
equipped, these parts are to be replaced at the indi- • Replace engine oil filter.
cated mileage or when the service reminder indicator • Lubricate tie rod ends every 3,000 miles (5 000
light remains on continuously with the key in the km).
“ON” position, whichever occurs first. • Inspect front wheel bearings (4x4).
• Inspect front wheel bearings (4x2).
HEAVY DUTY SCHEDULE “B” • Drain and refill transfer case fluid every 18,000
Follow this schedule if the vehicle is usually oper- miles (4x4).
ated under one or more of the following conditions.
• Frequent short trips driving less than 5 miles 21,000 Miles (34 000 km)
(8km) • Change engine oil.
• Frequent driving in dusty conditions • Replace engine oil filter.
• Frequent trailer towing • Lubricate tie rod ends every 3,000 miles (5 000
• Extensive idling km).
• More than 50% of the driving is at sustained
high speeds during hot weather, above 90°F (32°C) 24,000 Miles (38 000 km)
• Change engine oil
3,000 Miles (5 000 km) • Replace engine oil filter.
• Change engine oil. • Replace engine air cleaner element and air
• Replace engine oil filter. pump filter.
• Lubricate tie rod ends every 3,000 miles (5 000 • Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid.
km). Replace filter and adjust bands.
• Change rear axle fluid.
6,000 Miles (10 000 km) • Change front axle fluid (4x4).
• Change engine oil. • Clean and lubricate crankcase inlet air filter
• Replace engine oil filter. (5.9L).
• Lubricate tie rod ends every 3,000 miles (5 000 • Inspect front wheel bearings. Clean and repack,
km). if required (4x2).
• Inspect front wheel bearings (4x4). • Inspect brake linings.
• Lubricate tie rod ends every 3,000 miles (5 000
9,000 Miles (14 000 km) km).
• Change engine oil. • Inspect front wheel bearings (4x4).
• Replace engine oil filter.
• Lubricate tie rod ends every 3,000 miles (5 000 27,000 Miles (43 000 km)
km). • Change engine oil.
• Inspect front wheel bearings (4x2). • Replace engine oil filter.
• Lubricate tie rod ends every 3,000 miles (5 000
12,000 Miles (19 000 km) km).
• Change engine oil. • Inspect front wheel bearings (4x2).
• Replace engine oil filter.
• Inspect engine air cleaner element and air 30,000 Miles (48 000 km)
pump filter, replace as necessary. • Change engine oil.
• Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid. • Replace engine oil filter.
Replace filter and adjust bands.‡ • Lubricate tie rod ends every 3,000 miles (5 000
• Change rear axle fluid. km).
• Change front axle fluid (4x4). • Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary
• Inspect brake linings. (5.9L).
• Lubricate tie rod ends every 3,000 miles (5 000 • Replace spark plugs.
km). • Inspect front wheel bearings (4x4).
• Inspect front wheel bearings (4x4).
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES (Continued)
33,000 Miles (53 000 km) • Inspect brake linings.
• Change engine oil. • Flush and replace engine coolant.
• Replace engine oil filter. • Lubricate tie rod ends every 3,000 miles (5 000
• Lubricate tie rod ends every 3,000 miles (5 000 km).
km). • Inspect front wheel bearings (4x4).
• Drain and refill transfer case fluid every 18,000
36,000 Miles (58 000 km) miles (4x4).
• Change engine oil.
• Replace engine oil filter. 51,000 Miles (82 000 km)
• Inspect engine air cleaner element and air • Change engine oil.
pump filter, replace as necessary. • Replace engine oil filter.
• Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid. • Lubricate tie rod ends every 3,000 miles (5 000
Replace filter and adjust bands.‡ km).
• Drain and refill transfer case (4x4).
• Change rear axle fluid. 54,000 Miles (86 000 km)
• Change front axle fluid (4x4). • Change engine oil.
• Inspect brake linings. • Replace engine oil filter.
• Lubricate tie rod ends every 3,000 miles (5 000 • Lubricate tie rod ends every 3,000 miles (5 000
km). km).
• Inspect front wheel bearings (4x4). • Inspect front wheel bearings (4x4).
• Inspect front wheel bearings (4x2). • Inspect front wheel bearings (4x2).
• Drain and refill transfer case (4x4).
39,000 Miles (62 000 km)
• Change engine oil. 57,000 Miles (91 000 km)
• Replace engine oil filter. • Change engine oil.
• Lubricate tie rod ends every 3,000 miles (5 000 • Replace engine oil filter.
km). • Lubricate tie rod ends every 3,000 miles (5 000
km).
42,000 Miles (67 000 km)
• Change engine oil. 60,000 Miles (96 000 km)
• Replace engine oil filter. • Change engine oil.
• Lubricate tie rod ends every 3,000 miles (5 000 • Replace engine oil filter.
km). • Inspect engine air cleaner element and air
• Inspect front wheel bearings (4x4). pump filter, replace as necessary.
• Replace PCV valve (5.9L).*
45,000 Miles (72 000 km) • Replace distributor cap and rotor (5.9L).
• Change engine oil. • Replace ignition cables.
• Replace engine oil filter. • Replace spark plugs.
• Lubricate tie rod ends every 3,000 miles (5 000 • Clean EGR passages (5.9L if so equipped).*
km). • Replace EGR valve (5.9L if so equipped).*
• Inspect front wheel bearings (4x2). • Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid.
• Flush and replace engine coolant (36 months). Replace filter and adjust bands.‡
• Change rear axle fluid.
48,000 Miles (77 000 km) • Change front axle fluid (4x4).
• Change engine oil. • Inspect brake linings.
• Replace engine oil filter. • Lubricate tie rod ends every 3,000 miles (5 000
• Replace engine air cleaner element and air km).
pump filter. • Inspect front wheel bearings (4x4).
• Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid.
Replace filter and adjust bands. 63,000 Miles (101 000 km)
• Change rear axle fluid. • Change engine oil.
• Change front axle fluid (4x4). • Replace engine oil filter.
• Clean and lubricate crankcase inlet air filter • Lubricate tie rod ends every 3,000 miles (5 000
(5.9L). km).
• Inspect front wheel bearings. Clean and repack, • Inspect front wheel bearings (4x2).
if required (4x2).
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES (Continued)
66,000 Miles (106 000 km) 84,000 Miles (134 000 km)
• Change engine oil. • Change engine oil.
• Replace engine oil filter. • Replace engine oil filter.
• Lubricate tie rod ends every 3,000 miles (5 000 • Inspect engine air cleaner element and air
km). pump filter, replace as necessary.
• Inspect front wheel bearings (4x4). • Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid.
Replace filter and adjust bands.‡
69,000 Miles (110 000 km) • Change rear axle fluid.
• Change engine oil. • Change front axle fluid (4x4).
• Replace engine oil filter. • Inspect brake linings.
• Lubricate tie rod ends every 3,000 miles (5 000 • Lubricate tie rod ends every 3,000 miles (5 000
km). km).
• Inspect front wheel bearings (4x4).
72, 000 Miles (115 000 km)
• Change engine oil. 87,000 Miles (139 000 km)
• Replace engine oil filter. • Change engine oil.
• Replace engine air cleaner element and air • Replace engine oil filter.
pump filter. • Lubricate tie rod ends every 3,000 miles (5 000
• Clean and lubricate crankcase inlet air filter km).
(5.9L).
• Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid. 90,000 Miles (144 000 km)
Replace filter and adjust bands. • Change engine oil.
• Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4x4). • Replace engine oil filter.
• Change rear axle fluid. • Lubricate tie rod ends every 3,000 miles (5 000
• Change front axle fluid (4x4). km).
• Inspect front wheel bearings. Clean and repack, • Inspect PCV valve, replace as necessary
if required (4x2). (5.9L).
• Inspect brake linings. • Replace spark plugs.
• Lubricate tie rod ends every 3,000 miles (5 000 • Inspect front wheel bearings (4x4).
km). • Inspect front wheel bearings (4x2).
• Inspect front wheel bearings (4x4). • Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4x4).
• Inspect front wheel bearings (4x2).
93,000 Miles (149 000 km)
75,000 Miles (120 000 km) • Change engine oil.
• Change engine oil. • Replace engine oil filter.
• Replace engine oil filter. • Lubricate tie rod ends every 3,000 miles (5 000
• Lubricate tie rod ends every 3,000 miles (5 000 km).
km).
96,000 Miles (154 000 km)
78,000 Miles (125 000 km) • Change engine oil.
• Change engine oil. • Replace engine oil filter.
• Replace engine oil filter. • Replace engine air cleaner element and air
• Flush and replace engine coolant if it has been pump filter.
30,000 miles (48 000 km) since last change. • Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid.
• Lubricate tie rod ends every 3,000 miles (5 000 Replace filter and adjust bands.
km). • Change rear axle fluid.
• Inspect front wheel bearings (4x4). • Change front axle fluid (4x4).
• Clean and lubricate crankcase inlet air filter
81,000 Miles (130 000 km) (5.9L).
• Change engine oil. • Inspect front wheel bearings. Clean and repack,
• Replace engine oil filter. if required (4x2).
• Lubricate tie rod ends every 3,000 miles (5 000 • Inspect brake linings.
km). • Lubricate tie rod ends every 3,000 miles (5 000
• Inspect front wheel bearings (4x2). km).
• Inspect front wheel bearings (4x4).
82,500 Miles (132 000 km)
• Replace oxygen sensor (5.9L only).*
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES (Continued)
99,000 Miles (156 000 km) First is Schedule “A.” It lists all the scheduled
• Change engine oil. maintenance to be performed under “normal” operat-
• Replace engine oil filter. ing conditions.
• Lubricate tie rod ends every 3,000 miles (5 000 Second is Schedule “B.”It is a schedule for vehicles
km). that are operated under the conditions listed at the
• Inspect front wheel bearings (4x2). beginning of that schedule.
Use the schedule that best describes the driving
102,000 Miles (163 000 km) conditions.
• Change engine oil. Where time and mileage are listed, follow the
• Replace engine oil filter. interval that occurs first.
• Lubricate tie rod ends every 3,000 miles (5 000
km). At Each Stop For Fuel
• Inspect front wheel bearings (4x4). • Check engine oil level and add as required.
• Check windshield washer solvent and add if
105,000 Miles (168 000 km) required.
• Change engine oil. • Clean windshield and wiper blades as required.
• Replace engine oil filter. • Drain water from fuel filter.
• Lubricate tie rod ends every 3,000 miles (5 000
km). Once A Month
• Check tire pressure and look for unusual wear
108,000 Miles (173 000 km) or damage.
• Change engine oil. • Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals
• Replace engine oil filter. as required.
• Inspect engine air cleaner element and air • Check fluid levels of coolant reservoir, brake
pump filter, replace as necessary. master cylinder, power steering, and transmission.
• Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid. Add fluid as required.
Replace filter and adjust bands.‡ • Check all lights and all other electrical items for
• Drain and refill transfer case fluid (4x4). correct operation.
• Change rear axle fluid. • Check Filter Mindery. Replace air cleaner
• Change front axle fluid (4x4). element if necessary.
• Inspect brake linings. • Inspect and clean wiper blades. Replace if
• Flush and replace engine coolant if it has been required.
30,000 miles (48 000 km) since last change.
• Lubricate tie rod ends every 3,000 miles (5 000 At Each Oil Change
km). • Inspect exhaust system.
• Inspect front wheel bearings (4x4). • Inspect brake hoses.
• Inspect front wheel bearings (4x2). • Adjust rear brakes.
*Requires Service Reminder Indicator Light. If so • Rotate the tires at each oil change interval
equipped, these parts are to be replaced at the indi- shown at 7, 5000 miles (12 000 km) on schedule “A”
cated mileage or when the service reminder indicator or every other interval shown at 7,500 miles (12 000
light remains on continuously with the key in the km) on schedule “B”.
“ON” position, whichever occurs first. • Check engine coolant level, hoses, and clamps.
‡Off-the-highway operation, trailer towing, snow • Lubricate steering linkage.
plowing, prolonged operation with heavy loading, • Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped).
especially in hot weather require the more frequent
transmission service indicated with a ‡ in Schedule EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
“B”. Perform these services if you usually operate The scheduled emission maintenance listed in bold
your Ram Truck under these conditions. type on the Maintenance Schedules, must be done at
Inspection and service should also be performed the mileage specified to assure the continued proper
anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected. functioning of the emission control system. These,
and all other maintenance services included in this
DESCRIPTION - MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES manual, should be done to provide the best vehicle
— 24–VALVE CUMMINS TURBO DIESEL performance and reliability. More frequent mainte-
nance may be needed for vehicles in severe operating
There are two maintenance schedules that show
conditions such as dusty areas and very short trip
proper service for the vehicle.
driving.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES (Continued)
FLUID FILL LOCATIONS AND LUBRICATION 52,500 Miles (84 000 km) or at 42 months
POINTS • Change engine oil and filter.
The fluid fill/check locations and lubrication points • Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped).
are located in each applicable group.
60,000 Miles (96 000 km) or at 48 months
SCHEDULE “A” • Change engine oil and filter.
• Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped).
7,500 Miles (12 000 km) or at 6 months • Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid.
• Change engine oil and filter. Replace filter and adjust bands.
• Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped). • Inspect fan hub.
• Inspect damper.
15,000 Miles (24 000 km) or at 12 months • Inspect front wheel bearings. Clean and repack,
• Change engine oil and filter. if required (4x2).
• Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped). • Inspect water pump weep hole for blockage.
• Inspect water pump weep hole for blockage. • Replace fuel filter and clean water in fuel sen-
• Replace fuel filter and clean water in fuel sen- sor.
sor.
67,500 Miles (108 000 km) or at 54 months
22,500 Miles (36 000 km) or at 18 months • Change engine oil and filter.
• Change engine oil and filter. • Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped).
• Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped). • Inspect drive belts, replace as necessary.
• Inspect drive belts, replace as necessary. • Inspect brake linings.
• Inspect brake linings.
75,000 Miles (120 000 km) or at 60 months
30,000 Miles (48 000 km) or at 24 months • Change engine oil and filter.
• Change engine oil and filter. • Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped).
• Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped). • Inspect water pump weep hole for blockage.
• Inspect fan hub. • Replace fuel filter and clean water in fuel sen-
• Inspect damper. sor.
• Inspect water pump weep hole for blockage. • Flush and replace engine coolant if it has been
• Replace fuel filter and clean water in fuel sen- 30,000 miles (48 000 km) or 24 months since last
sor. change.
• Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid.
Replace filter and adjust bands. 82,500 Miles (132 000 km) or at 66 months
• Inspect front wheel bearings. Clean and repack, • Change engine oil and filter.
if required (4x2). • Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped).
• Flush and replace engine coolant if not done at
36 months. 90,000 Miles (144 000 km) or at 72 months
• Change engine oil and filter.
37,500 Miles (60 000 km) or at 30 months • Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped).
• Change engine oil and filter. • Inspect drive belt, replace as required.
• Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped). • Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid.
Replace filter and adjust bands.
45,000 Miles (72 000 km) or at 36 months • Drain and refill transfer case fluid.
• Change engine oil and filter. • Inspect fan hub.
• Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped). • Inspect damper.
• Inspect drive belts, replace as necessary. • Inspect water pump weep hole for blockage.
• Inspect water pump weep hole for blockage. • Replace fuel filter and clean water in fuel sen-
• Replace fuel filter and clean water in fuel sen- sor.
sor. • Inspect front wheel bearings. Clean and repack,
• Drain and refill transfer case fluid. if required (4x2).
• Inspect brake linings. • Inspect brake linings.
• Flush and replace engine coolant if not done at
24 months 97,500 Miles (156 000 km) or at 78 months
• Change engine oil and filter.
• Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped).
0 - 24 LUBRICATION & MAINTENANCE BR/BE
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES (Continued)
• Flush and replace engine coolant if it has been • Inspect front wheel bearings. Clean and repack,
30,000 miles (48 000 km) or 24 months since last if required (4x2).
change. • Inspect water pump weep hole for blockage.
105,000 Miles (168 000 km) or at 84 months 150,000 Miles (241 000 km) or at 150 months
• Change engine oil and filter. • Change engine oil and filter.
• Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped). • Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped).
• Inspect water pump weep hole for blockage. • Adjust valve lash clearance.
• Replace fuel filter and clean water in fuel sen- • Replace fuel filter and clean water in fuel sen-
sor. sor.
• Flush and replace engine coolant if it has been
30,000 miles (48 000 km) or 24 months since last SCHEDULE “B”
change. Follow this schedule if you usually operate your
vehicle under one or more of the following conditions.
112,500 Miles (181 000 km) or at 90 months • Frequent short driving less than 5 miles (8 km);
• Change engine oil and filter. • Frequent driving in dusty conditions;
• Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped). • Frequent trailer towing;
• Inspect drive belts, replace if necessary. • Extensive idling;
• Inspect brake linings. • More than 50% of your driving is at sustained
high speeds during hot weather, above 90°F (32°C).
120,000 Miles (193 000 km) or at 96 months
• Change engine oil and filter. 3,750 Miles (6 000 km)
• Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped). • Change engine oil and filter.
• Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid. • Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped).
Replace filter and adjust bands.
• Inspect fan hub. 7,500 Miles (12 000 km)
• Inspect damper. • Change engine oil and filter.
• Inspect front wheel bearings. Clean and repack, • Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped).
if required (4x2). • Replace fuel filter and clean water in fuel sen-
• Inspect water pump weep hole for blockage. sor.
• Replace fuel filter and clean water in fuel sen-
sor. 11,250 Miles (18 000 km)
• Change engine oil and filter.
127,500 Miles (205 000 km) or at 102 months • Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped).
• Change engine oil and filter.
• Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped). 15,000 Miles (24 000 km)
• Change engine oil and filter.
135,000 Miles (217 000 km) or at 108 months • Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped).
• Change engine oil and filter. • Inspect water pump weep hole for blockage.
• Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped). • Replace fuel filter and clean water in fuel sen-
• Inspect drive belts, replace as necessary. sor.
• Inspect water pump weep hole for blockage. • Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid.
• Replace fuel filter and clean water in fuel sen- Replace filter and adjust bands.
sor. • Change rear axle fluid.
• Drain and refill transfer case fluid. • Change front axle fluid (4x4).
• Inspect brake linings. • Inspect brake linings.
• Flush and replace engine coolant if it has been
30,000 miles (48 000 km) or 24 months since last 18,750 Miles (30 000 km)
change. • Change engine oil and filter.
• Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped).
142,500 Miles (229 000 km) or at 114 months
• Change engine oil and filter. 22,500 Miles (36 000 km)
• Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped). • Change engine oil and filter.
• Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid. • Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped).
Replace filter and adjust bands. • Inspect drive belts, replace as necessary.
• Inspect fan hub. • Replace fuel filter and clean water in fuel sen-
• Inspect damper. sor.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES (Continued)
26,250 Miles (42 000 km) 56,250 Miles (90 000 km)
• Change engine oil and filter. • Change engine oil and filter.
• Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped). • Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped).
30,000 Miles (48 000 km) 60,000 Miles (96 000 km)
• Change engine oil and filter. • Change engine oil and filter.
• Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped). • Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped).
• Inspect fan hub. • Inspect fan hub.
• Inspect damper. • Inspect damper.
• Inspect water pump weep hole for blockage. • Inspect water pump weep hole for blockage.
• Replace fuel filter and clean water in fuel sen- • Replace fuel filter and clean water in fuel sen-
sor. sor.
• Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid. • Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid.
Replace filter and adjust bands. Replace filter and adjust bands.
• Change rear axle fluid. • Change rear axle fluid.
• Change front axle fluid (4x4). • Change front axle fluid (4x4).
• Inspect front wheel bearings. Clean and repack, • Inspect front wheel bearings. Clean and repack
if required (4x2). if required (4x2).
• Inspect brake linings. • Inspect brake linings.
• Flush and replace engine coolant.
33,700 Miles (54 000 km)
• Change engine oil and filter. 63,750 Miles (102 000 km)
• Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped). • Change engine oil and filter.
• Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped).
37,500 Miles (60 000 km)
• Change engine oil and filter. 67,500 Miles (108 000 km)
• Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped). • Change engine oil and filter.
• Replace fuel filter and clean water in fuel sen- • Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped).
sor. • Inspect drive belts, replace as necessary.
• Replace fuel filter and clean water in fuel sen-
41,250 Miles (66 000 km) sor.
• Change engine oil and filter.
• Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped). 71,250 Miles (114 000 km)
• Change engine oil and filter.
45,000 Miles (72 000 km) • Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped).
• Change engine oil and filter.
• Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped). 75,000 Miles (120 000 km)
• Inspect drive belts, replace as necessary. • Change engine oil and filter.
• Inspect water pump weep hole for blockage. • Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped).
• Replace fuel filter and clean water in fuel sen- • Inspect water pump weep hole for blockage.
sor. • Replace fuel filter and clean water in fuel sen-
• Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid. sor.
Replace filter and adjust bands. • Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid.
• Drain and refill transfer case fluid. Replace filter and adjust bands.
• Change rear axle fluid. • Change rear axle fluid.
• Change front axle fluid (4x4). • Change front axle fluid (4x4).
• Inspect brake linings. • Inspect brake linings.
52,500 Miles (84 000 km) 82,500 Miles (132 000 km)
• Change engine oil and filter. • Change engine oil and filter.
• Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped). • Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped).
• Replace fuel filter and clean water in fuel sen- • Replace fuel filter and clean water in fuel sen-
sor. sor.
0 - 26 LUBRICATION & MAINTENANCE BR/BE
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES (Continued)
86,250 Miles (138 000 km) • Replace fuel filter and clean water in fuel sensor.
• Change engine oil and filter.
• Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped). 116,250 Miles (186 000 km)
• Change engine oil and filter.
90,000 Miles (144 000 km) • Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped).
• Change engine oil and filter.
• Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped). 120,000 Miles (192 000 km)
• Inspect drive belts, replace as necessary. • Change engine oil and filter.
• Inspect fan hub. • Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped).
• Inspect damper. • Inspect fan hub.
• Inspect water pump weep hole for blockage. • Inspect damper.
• Replace fuel filter and clean water in fuel sensor. • Inspect water pump weep hole for blockage.
• Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid. • Replace fuel filter and clean water in fuel sen-
Replace filter and adjust bands. sor.
• Drain and refill transfer case fluid. • Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid.
• Change rear axle fluid. Replace filter and adjust bands.
• Change front axle fluid (4x4). • Change rear axle fluid.
• Inspect front wheel bearings. Clean and repack • Change front axle fluid (4x4).
if required (4x2). • Inspect front wheel bearings. Clean and repack
• Inspect brake linings. if required (4x2).
• Inspect brake linings.
93,750 Miles (150 000 km)
• Change engine oil and filter. 123,750 Miles (198 000 km)
• Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped). • Change engine oil and filter.
• Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped).
97,500 Miles (156 000 km)
• Change engine oil and filter. 127,500 Miles (204 000 km)
• Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped). • Change engine oil and filter.
• Flush and replace engine coolant. • Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped).
• Replace fuel filter and clean water in fuel sen- • Replace fuel filter and clean water in fuel sen-
sor. sor.
• Adjust rear brakes.
131,250 Miles (210 000 km)
101,250 Miles (162 000 km) • Change engine oil and filter.
• Change engine oil and filter. • Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped).
• Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped).
135,000 Miles (216 000 km)
105,000 Miles (168 000 km) • Change engine oil and filter.
• Change engine oil and filter. • Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped).
• Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped). • Clean inside of engine air cleaner element hous-
• Inspect water pump weep hole for blockage. ing.
• Replace fuel filter and clean water in fuel sen- • Inspect drive belts, replace as necessary.
sor. • Inspect water pump weep hole for blockage.
• Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid. • Replace fuel filter and clean water in fuel sen-
Replace filter and adjust bands. sor.
• Change rear axle fluid. • Adjust valve lash clearance
• Change front axle fluid (4x4). • Drain and refill automatic transmission fluid.
• Inspect brake linings. Replace filter and adjust bands.
• Drain and refill transfer case fluid.
108,750 Miles (174 000 km) • Change rear axle fluid.
• Change engine oil and filter. • Change front axle fluid (4x4).
• Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped). • Inspect brake linings.
• Flush and replace engine coolant.
112,500 Miles (180 000 km) • Adjust rear brakes
• Change engine oil and filter. Inspection and service should also be performed
• Drain crankcase breather canister (if equipped). anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected.
• Inspect drive belts, replace as necessary.
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Fig. 10 Vehicle Lifting Locations Fig. 12 Tow Vehicles With Approved Equipment
1 - SLING TYPE
2 - WHEEL LIFT
3 - FLAT BED
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION: The following safety precautions must be
observed when towing a vehicle:
SUSPENSION
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WHEEL ALIGNMENT
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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WHEEL ALIGNMENT
DESCRIPTION
Wheel alignment is the positioning of the wheels in
relation to the vehicle. This is accomplished through
suspension and steering linkage adjustments. An
alignment is essential for efficient steering, good
directional stability and to minimize tire wear. The
most important measurements of an alignment are
caster, camber and toe position (Fig. 1) and (Fig. 2).
NOTE: Periodic lubrication of the front suspension/ Fig. 1 Alignment Angles - Independent Front
steering system components may be required. Rub- Suspension
ber bushings must never be lubricated. Refer to 1 - FRONT OF VEHICLE
Lubrication And Maintenance for the recommended 2 - STEERING AXIS INCLINATION
maintenance schedule. 3 - PIVOT POINT
4 - TOE-IN
2-2 WHEEL ALIGNMENT BR/BE
WHEEL ALIGNMENT (Continued)
SPECIFICATIONS
ALIGNMENT
NOTE: *4 x 2 11,000 GVW has a solid front axle with
link/coil suspension system.
DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION
CAB-CHASSIS VEHICLES
FRONT - 2WD
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FRONT - 2WD
DESCRIPTION
The independent front suspension (IFS) is com-
prised of (Fig. 1) and (Fig. 2):
• Shock absorbers
• Coil springs
• Upper and lower suspension arms
• Stabilizer bar
• Steering Knuckles
• Hub/Bearing
• Ball Joints
• Jounce Bumpers
DESCRIPTION
The upper suspension arm bolts on frame brackets
through the arm pivot shaft. The frame brackets
have slotted holes which allow the arms to be
adjusted for caster and camber. Pivot shaft bushings
are not replaceable.
The lower suspension arms bolt to the lower frame
brackets and pivot through bushings, these bushings
are not replaceable.
Fig. 2 Independent Front Suspension The suspension arms have lube for life riveted ball
1 - SHOCK studs.
2 - JOUNCE BUMPER
SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE CHART
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIAL TOOLS
INDEPENDENT FRONT SUSPENSION
INSTALLATION KNUCKLE
(1) On models with all-wheel antilock system
(ABS), check condition of tone wheel on hub/bearing. DESCRIPTION
If teeth on wheel are damaged, hub/bearing assembly The knuckles are a single casting with legs
will have to be replaced (tone wheel is not serviced machined for the upper and lower ball joints. The
separately). knuckles also has machined mounting locations for
(2) Slide the hub/bearing onto the spindle. the front brake calipers adapters and hub bearing
(3) Install the new hub/bearing nut and tighten assembly.
to:
• LD 1500: 251N·m (185 ft. lbs.)
• HD 2500/3500: 380 N·m (280 ft lbs.)
2 - 10 FRONT - 2WD BR/BE
KNUCKLE (Continued)
OPERATION
The stabilizer bar is used to minimize vehicle front
sway during turns. The spring steel bar helps to con-
trol the vehicle body in relationship to the suspen-
sion.
REMOVAL
(1) Raise and support the vehicle.
(2) Remove the link nuts, retainers and grommets
from lower suspension arm and stabilizer bar (Fig.
6).
(3) Remove the stabilizer bar clamps from the
frame rails. Remove the stabilizer bar.
FRONT - 4WD
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SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE CHART
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
Puller C-3894–A
REMOVAL - 1500
(1) Raise and support the vehicle.
(2) Remove the wheel and tire assembly.
(3) Remove the cotter pin and axle hub nut.
(4) Remove the brake caliper with adapter and
rotor, (Refer to 5 - BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHAN- Fig. 8 Hub/Bearing Mounting Bolts
ICAL/DISC BRAKE CALIPERS - REMOVAL).
1 - BRAKE SHIELD
(5) Remove the ABS sensor if equipped, (Refer to 5 2 - AXLE YOKE
- BRAKES/ELECTRICAL/FRONT WHEEL SPEED 3 - KNUCKLE
SENSOR - REMOVAL).
2 - 18 FRONT - 4WD BR/BE
HUB / BEARING (Continued)
INSTALLATION - 2500/3500
(1) Install the wheel speed sensor in the hub bear-
ing if equipped.
(2) Position the rotor on the hub/bearing.
(3) Press the wheel studs/hub extension studs
through the back side of the rotor and through the
hub bearing flange (Fig. 9).
(7) Align the rotor hub with the drive shaft and the bolts into the bearing flange far enough to hold
start the shaft into the rotor hub splines. the assembly in place.
(9) Install the remaining bolts. Tighten the hub/
NOTE: Position wheel speed sensor wire at the top
bearing bolts to 166 N·m (122 ft. labs.
of the knuckle if equipped.
(10) Install the washer and hub nut and tighten to
(8) Align the bolt holes in the hub bearing flange 245 N·m (180 ft. lbs.).
with the bolts installed in the knuckle. Then thread
BR/BE FRONT - 4WD 2 - 19
HUB / BEARING (Continued)
INSTALLATION - 1500
(1) Apply a liberal quantity of anti-seize compound
to splines of the front drive shaft.
(2) Insert the bolts (Fig. 13) through back side of
the steering knuckle.
(3) Position the brake shield (Fig. 14) on bolts just
installed in the knuckle.
(4) Align the hub with the drive shaft and start
the shaft into the hub splines.
(5) Align the bolt holes in the hub bearing flange
with bolts installed in the knuckle. Then thread bolts
into the bearing flange. Fig. 14 Brake Shield
(6) Tighten the hub bearing bolts to 166 N·m (122 1 - KNUCKLE
ft. lbs.). 2 - BRAKE SHIELD
(7) Install the washer and axle hub nut and 3 - HUB BEARING BOLTS
tighten to 245 N·m (180 ft. lbs.).
2 - 20 FRONT - 4WD BR/BE
HUB / BEARING (Continued)
(8) Install a new cotter pin in hub nut. Tighten the INSTALLATION
nut as needed to align cotter pin hole in shaft with (1) Position the steering knuckle on the ball studs.
the opening in the nut. (2) Install and tighten lower ball stud nut to 108
(9) Install the rotor, brake caliper with adapter, N·m (80 ft. lbs.) torque. Advance nut to next slot to
(Refer to 5 - BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/ line up hole and install new cotter pin.
DISC BRAKE CALIPERS - INSTALLATION). (3) Install and tighten upper ball stud nut to 101
(10) Install the ABS wheel speed sensor if N·m (75 ft. lbs.) torque. Advance nut to next slot to
equipped, (Refer to 5 - BRAKES/ELECTRICAL/ line up hole and install new cotter pin.
FRONT WHEEL SPEED SENSOR - INSTALLA- (4) Install the hub bearing and axle shaft.
TION). (5) Install tie-rod or drag link end onto the steer-
(11) Install the wheel and tire assemblies, (Refer ing knuckle arm.
to 22 - TIRES/WHEELS/WHEELS - STANDARD (6) Install the ABS sensor wire and bracket to the
PROCEDURE). knuckle. Refer to Brakes, for proper procedures.
(12) Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
(13) Apply the brakes several times to seat the INSTALLATION
brake shoes and the caliper piston. Do not move the (1) Position the steering knuckle on the ball studs.
vehicle until a firm brake pedal is obtained. (2) Install and tighten lower ball stud nut to 47
N·m (35 ft. lbs.) torque. Do not install cotter pin at
this time.
KNUCKLE (3) Install and tighten upper ball stud nut to 94
N·m (70 ft. lbs.) torque. Advance nut to next slot to
DESCRIPTION line up hole and install new cotter pin.
The knuckles are a single casting with legs (4) Retorque lower ball stud nut to 190–217 N·m
machined for the upper and lower ball joints. The (140–160 ft. lbs.) torque. Advance nut to next slot to
knuckles also has machined mounting locations for line up hole and install new cotter pin.
the front brake calipers adapters and hub bearing (5) Install the hub bearing and axle shaft.
assembly. (6) Install tie-rod or drag link end onto the steer-
ing knuckle arm.
OPERATION (7) Install the ABS sensor wire and bracket to the
The steering knuckles pivots between the upper knuckle. Refer to Brakes, for proper procedure.
and lower ball joints. The steering linkage is
attached to the knuckles controls vehicle steering.
LOWER CONTROL ARM
REMOVAL
(1) Remove hub bearing and axle shaft. REMOVAL
(2) Remove tie-rod or drag link end from the steer- (1) Raise and support the vehicle.
ing knuckle arm. (2) Paint or scribe alignment marks on the cam
(3) Remove the ABS sensor wire and bracket from adjusters and suspension arm for installation refer-
knuckle. ence (Fig. 15).
(4) Remove the cotter pin from the upper ball stud (3) Remove the lower suspension arm nut, cam
nut. Remove the upper and lower ball stud nuts. and cam bolt from the axle.
(5) Strike the steering knuckle with a brass ham- (4) Remove the nut and bolt from the frame rail
mer to loosen. Remove knuckle from axle tube yokes. bracket and remove the lower suspension arm (Fig.
22).
REMOVAL
(1) Remove hub bearing and axle shaft. INSTALLATION
(2) Remove tie-rod or drag link end from the steer- (1) Position the lower suspension arm at the axle
ing knuckle arm. bracket and frame rail bracket.
(3) Remove the ABS sensor wire and bracket from (2) Install the rear bolt and finger tighten the nut.
knuckle. Refer to Brakes, for proper procedures. (3) Install the cam bolt, cam and nut in the axle
(4) Remove the cotter pin from the upper ball stud and align the reference marks.
nut. Remove the upper and lower ball stud nuts. (4) Remove support and lower the vehicle.
(5) Strike the steering knuckle with a brass ham- (5) Tighten cam nut at the axle bracket to 190
mer to loosen. N·m (140 ft. lbs.). Tighten rear nut at the frame
(6) Remove knuckle from axle tube yokes. bracket to 190 N·m (140 ft. lbs.).
BR/BE FRONT - 4WD 2 - 21
LOWER CONTROL ARM (Continued)
must be replaced. To test a shock absorber, hold it in
an upright position and force the piston in and out of
the cylinder four or five times. The action throughout
each stroke should be smooth and even.
The shock absorber bushings do not require any
type of lubrication. Do not attempt to stop bushing
noise by lubricating them. Grease and mineral oil-
base lubricants will deteriorate the bushing.
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the nut, retainer and grommet from
the upper stud in the engine compartment.
(2) Remove three nuts from the upper shock
bracket (Fig. 16) .
SHOCK
DESCRIPTION
The shocks are mounted inside the springs and
attached at the top to brackets with grommets. These
brackets are bolted on the frame with three studs on
a ring. The shock is mounted at the bottom of the
axle below the spring seat. Fig. 16 Shock Absorber and Bracket
1 - GROMMET
OPERATION 2 - RETAINER
The shock absorbers dampen the jounce and 3 - BRACKET
rebound of the vehicle over various road conditions. 4 - RETAINER
5 - SHOCK
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - SHOCK 6 - GROMMET
INSTALLATION
(1) Position the coil spring on the axle pad.
(2) Raise the axle into position until the spring
seats in the upper mount.
(3) Connect the stabilizer bar links and shock
absorbers to the axle bracket. Connect the track bar
to the frame rail bracket.
(4) Install the upper suspension arm.
(5) Install the front propeller shaft to the axle 4x4
model.
(6) Install drag link to pitman arm and tighten
nut to specifications. Install new cotter pin.
(7) Remove the supports and lower the vehicle.
(8) Tighten the following suspension components
to specifications:
• Link to stabilizer bar nut.
Fig. 17 Shock Absorber Axle Mount • Lower shock bolt.
1 - SHOCK • Track bar bolt at axle shaft tube bracket.
2 - SPRING • Upper suspension arm nut at axle bracket.
3 - FLAG NUT • Upper suspension nut at frame bracket.
4 - SHOCK BOLT • Align lower suspension arm reference marks and
tighten cam nut.
(4) Install upper grommet and retainer. Install • Lower suspension nut at frame bracket.
upper shock nut and tighten to 47 N·m (35 ft. lbs).
STABILIZER BAR
SPRING
DESCRIPTION
DESCRIPTION The stabilizer bar extends across the front under-
The springs use a rubber isolators between the side of the chassis and connects to the frame rails.
frame bracket and spring. The isolators help prevent Links are connected from the bar to the axle brack-
road noise. The bottom of the spring sits on a seat ets. Stabilizer bar mounts are isolated by teflon lined
mounted to the axle. rubber bushings.
OPERATION OPERATION
The coil springs control ride quality and maintain The stabilizer bar is used to minimize vehicle front
proper ride height. sway during turns. The spring steel bar helps to con-
trol the vehicle body in relationship to the suspen-
REMOVAL sion.
(1) Raise and support the vehicle. Position a
hydraulic jack under the axle to support it. REMOVAL
(2) Paint or scribe alignment marks on lower sus- (1) Raise and support the vehicle.
pension arm cam adjusters and axle bracket for (2) Hold the stabilizer link shafts with a wrench
installation reference. and remove the link nuts at the stabilizer bar.
(3) Remove the upper suspension arm and loosen (3) Remove the retainers and grommets from the
lower suspension arm bolts. stabilizer bar links.
(4) Mark and disconnect the front propeller shaft (4) Remove the stabilizer bar link nuts from the
from the axle 4x4 models. axle brackets.
(5) Disconnect the track bar from the frame rail (5) Remove the links from the axle brackets with
bracket. Puller C-3894-A (Fig. 18).
(6) Disconnect the drag link from pitman arm. (6) Remove the stabilizer bar clamps from the
(7) Disconnect the stabilizer bar link and shock frame rails and remove the stabilizer bar.
absorber from the axle.
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STABILIZER BAR (Continued)
(4) Turn the front wheel 180° to the right and
record the dial indicator reading. Repeat this step
three times and record all readings.
(5) If any of the readings exceed 2.03 mm (0.080
in) replace the track bar.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position the stabilizer bar on the frame rail
and install the clamps and bolts. Ensure the bar is
centered with equal spacing on both sides. Fig. 19 Dial Indicator Location
(2) Tighten the clamp bolts to 54 N·m (40 ft. lbs.).
1 - TRACK BAR BALL JOINT
(3) Install links to the axle bracket and tighten
nut to 47 N·m (35 ft. lbs.).
(4) Install links, retainers, grommets and nuts to REMOVAL
the stabilizer bar. Hold the link shaft with a wrench (1) Raise and support the vehicle.
and tighten the nuts to 37 N·m (27 ft. lbs.). (2) Remove the cotter pin and nut from the ball
(5) Remove the supports and lower the vehicle. stud end at the frame rail bracket (Fig. 20) .
(3) Remove ball stud from bracket with Puller
C-4150A (Fig. 21) .
TRACK BAR (4) Remove the bolt and flag nut from the axle
bracket and remove the track bar (Fig. 20) .
DESCRIPTION
The bar is attached to a frame rail bracket with a INSTALLATION
ball stud and is isolated with a bushing at the axle
(1) Install the track bar at axle bracket. Loosely
bracket.
install the retaining bolt and flag nut.
(2) Pry the axle assembly over to install the track
OPERATION bar at the frame rail bracket.
The track bar is used to control front axle side-to- (3) Install the retaining nut on the stud. Tighten
side movement. the ball stud nut to 95 N·m (70 ft. lbs.). Install a new
cotter pin.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - TRACK BAR (4) Remove the supports and lower the vehicle.
(1) Turn the front wheel 90° to the left of center. (5) Tighten the bolt at the axle bracket to 176 N·m
(2) Mount a dial indicator to the left frame rail in (130 ft. lbs.).
front of the track bar ball joint (Fig. 19).
(3) Position the dial indicator plunger on the ball
joint end cap next to the grease fitting and zero the UPPER CONTROL ARM
indicator.
REMOVAL
NOTE: Dial indicator plunger must be perpendicular
(1) Raise and support the vehicle.
to the ball joint end cap.
(2) Remove the upper suspension arm nut and bolt
at the axle bracket (Fig. 22) .
2 - 24 FRONT - 4WD BR/BE
UPPER CONTROL ARM (Continued)
(3) Remove the nut and bolt at the frame rail and
remove the upper suspension arm.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position the upper suspension arm at the axle
and frame rail. Fig. 23 Lower Snap Ring
(2) Install the bolts and finger tighten the nuts.
(3) Remove the supports and lower the vehicle.
(4) Tighten nut at the axle bracket to 163 N·m
(120 ft. lbs.). Tighten nut at frame bracket to 163
N·m (120 ft. lbs.).
BR/BE FRONT - 4WD 2 - 25
LOWER BALL JOINT (Continued)
(2) Position tools as shown to remove lower ball UPPER BALL JOINT
stud (Fig. 24).
REMOVAL -
(1) Position tools as shown to remove upper ball
stud (Fig. 26).
INSTALLATION
(1) Position tools as shown to install upper ball
stud (Fig. 27).
REAR
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REAR OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
SPRING AND SHOCK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 SPRING
SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
SPECIAL TOOLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
BUSHINGS REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 STABILIZER BAR
JOUNCE BUMPER DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
SHOCK INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE CHART
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIAL TOOLS (4) Remove the rear shock absorber from the vehi-
cle.
SUSPENSION-REAR
Puller C-3894-A
BUSHINGS
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the spring from the vehicle.
(2) Position the spring eye in a press.
(3) Press the bushing out with an appropriate size
driver. Fig. 1 Shock Absorber
1 - FLAG NUT
INSTALLATION 2 - AXLE
(1) Press new bushing into the spring eye with an 3 - SHOCK
appropriate size driver. The bushing should be cen-
tered in the spring eye.
(2) Install the spring on the vehicle. INSTALLATION
(1) Position the shock absorber in the brackets.
(2) Install the bolts through the brackets and the
JOUNCE BUMPER shock. Install the flag nut on the top bolt and nut on
lower bolt.
DESCRIPTION (3) Tighten the upper and lower bolt/nuts Tighten
The jounce bumpers are bolted to the frame rail to 136 N.m (100 ft. lbs.)
above the axle. (4) Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
OPERATION
The jounce bumpers are used to limit the spring SPRING
and axle travel.
DESCRIPTION
The rear suspension system uses a multi-leaf
SHOCK springs and a solid drive axle. The forward end of the
springs are mounted to the body rail hangers
DESCRIPTION through rubber bushings. The rearward end of the
The top of the shock absorbers are bolted to the springs are attached to the body by the use of shack-
body crossmember. The bottom of the shocks are les. The spring and shackles use rubber bushings.
bolted to the axle bracket.
OPERATION
OPERATION The springs control ride quality and maintain vehi-
The shocks dampen the jounce and rebound as the cle ride height. The shackles allow the springs to
vehicle travels over various road conditions. change their length as the vehicle moves over various
road conditions.
REMOVAL
(1) Raise vehicle and support axle. REMOVAL
(2) Remove the bolt and flag nut from the frame (1) Raise the vehicle and support the axle to
crossmember bracket (Fig. 1) . remove all weight from the springs.
(3) Remove the bolt and nut from the axle bracket.
BR/BE REAR 2 - 29
SPRING (Continued)
(2) Remove the nuts and spring clamp bolts that
attach the spring to the axle (Fig. 2) and (Fig. 3)and
(Fig. 4).
(3) Remove the nuts and bolts from the spring
front and rear shackle eyes. Note: To remove front
eye bolt on left side spring fuel tank must be
removed, (Refer to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL
DELIVERY/FUEL TANK - REMOVAL).
(4) Remove the spring from the vehicle.
(5) Remove the shackle from the spring.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install shackle on rear spring eye and install
bolt and nut.
(2) Position spring on axle shaft tube so spring
center bolt is inserted into the locating hole in the
axle tube spring pad or spacer.
(3) Align spring front eye with bolt hole in the
front bracket. Install the eye pivot bolt and nut.
(4) Align shackle eye with bolt hole in rear Fig. 4 Rear Spring - Cab-Chassis 11000 GVW
bracket. Install bolt and nut. 1 - SPRING CLAMP BOLT
(5) Tighten the spring front and rear eye pivot bolt 2 - SPRING SEAT
snug do not torque. 3 - AUXILIARY SPRING
(6) Install spring clamp bolts and the retaining 4 - SPRING
nuts. 5 - SHACKLE
(7) Align the auxiliary spring with the primary 6 - SPRING PLATE
spring if equipped. Tighten the nuts until they force 7 - SPACER
the plate flush against the axle tube.
(8) Remove the supports and lower the vehicle so
that the weight is being supported by the tires.
(9) Tighten the spring clamp retaining nuts to
specifications
(10) Tighten spring front and rear eye pivot bolt
nuts and shackle eye to specifications.
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STABILIZER BAR
DESCRIPTION
The stabilizer bar extends across the underside of
the vehicle and is bolted to the axle. Links at the end
of the bar are bolted to the frame.
OPERATION
The stabilizer bar is used to minimize vehicle body
roll. The spring steel bar helps to control the vehicle
body in relationship to the suspension.
REMOVAL
(1) Raise and support vehicle.
(2) Remove nuts from the links at the stabilizer
bar and separate the links with Puller C-3894-A (Fig. Fig. 5 Stabilizer Link
5) . 1 - LINK
(3) Remove stabilizer bar retainer nuts and retain- 2 - PULLER
ers (Fig. 6) .
(4) Remove stabilizer bar and replace worn,
cracked or distorted bushings.
(5) Remove links upper mounting nuts and bolts
and remove links.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install link into frame brackets and install
mounting nuts and bolts.
(2) Install the stabilizer bar and center it with
equal spacing on both sides. Install stabilizer bar
retainers and tighten nuts to 54 N·m (40 ft. lbs.).
(3) Install stabilizer link ball studs into the bar
and tighten nuts to 68 N·m (50 ft. lbs.).
(4) Remove support and lower vehicle.
(5) Tighten upper link mounting nuts to 68 N·m
(50 ft. lbs.).
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PROPELLER SHAFT
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Propeller Shaft Noise 1) Undercoating or other foreign 1) Clean exterior of shaft and wash
material on shaft. with solvent.
2) Loose U-joint clamp screws. 2) Install new clamps and screws
and tighten to proper torque.
3) Loose or bent U-joint yoke or 3) Install new yoke.
excessive runout.
4) Incorrect driveline angularity. 4) Measure and correct driveline
angles.
5) Rear spring center bolt not in 5) Loosen spring u-bolts and seat
seat. center bolt.
6) Worn U-joint bearings. 6) Install new U-joint.
7) Propeller shaft damaged or out 7) Installl new propeller shaft.
of balance.
8) Broken rear spring. 8) Install new rear spring.
9) Excessive runout or unbalanced 9) Re-index propeller shaft, test,
condition. and evaluate.
10) Excessive drive pinion gear 10) Re-index propeller shaft and
shaft runout. evaluate.
11) Excessive axle yoke deflection. 11) Inspect and replace yoke if
necessary.
12) Excessive transfer case runout. 12) Inspect and repair as necessary.
Universal Joint Noise 1) Loose U-joint clamp screws. 1) Install new clamps and screws
and tighten to proper torque.
2) Lack of lubrication. 2) Replace as U-joints as
necessary.
RUNOUT
(1) Remove dirt, rust, paint and undercoating from
the propeller shaft surface where the dial indicator
will contact the shaft.
(2) The dial indicator must be installed perpendic-
ular to the shaft surface.
(3) Measure runout at the center and ends of the
shaft sufficiently far away from weld areas to ensure
that the effects of the weld process will not enter into
the measurements.
(4) Refer to Runout Specifications chart.
(5) If the propeller shaft runout is out of specifica-
Fig. 6 Clamp Screw At Position 1 tion, remove the propeller shaft, index the shaft 180°,
1 - CLAMP
and re-install the propeller shaft. Measure shaft
2 - SCREWDRIVER runout again.
(6) If the propeller shaft runout is now within
specifications, mark the shaft and yokes for proper
orientation.
(7) If the propeller shaft runout is not within spec-
ifications, verify that the runout of the transmission/
transfer case and axle are within specifications.
Correct as necessary and re-measure propeller shaft
runout.
(8) Replace the propeller shaft if the runout still
exceeds the limits.
RUNOUT SPECIFICATIONS
STANDARD PROCEDURES
To accurately check driveline alignment, raise and
support the vehicle at the axles as level as possible.
Allow the wheels and propeller shaft to turn.
(1) Remove any external bearing snap rings, if
equipped, from universal joint so protractor base sits
flat.
(2) Rotate the shaft until transmission/transfer
case output yoke bearing is facing downward.
Fig. 8 Clamp Screws Separated NOTE: Always make measurements from front to
1 - 1⁄2 INCH
rear and from the same side of the vehicle.
3-6 PROPELLER SHAFT BR/BE
PROPELLER SHAFT (Continued)
(3) Place Inclinometer 7663 (J-23498A) on yoke
bearing (A) parallel to the shaft (Fig. 9). Center bub-
ble in sight glass and record measurement.
This measurement will give you the transmis-
sion or Output Yoke Angle (A).
SPECIFICATIONS
PROPELLER SHAFT
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
INSTALLATION
(1) Position front propeller shaft under vehicle
with rear universal joint over the transfer case com-
panion flange.
(2) Place front universal joint into the axle pinion
Bearing Splitter - 1130 yoke.
(3) Align the mark on the flange yoke to the mark
on the transfer case companion flange.
(4) Loosely install bolts to hold universal joint to
transfer case companion flange.
(5) Align mark on front universal joint to the mark
on the axle pinion yoke.
(6) Install bolts to hold front universal joint to axle
pinion yoke. Tighten bolts to 19 N·m (14 ft. lbs.).
(7) Tighten bolts to hold universal joint to transfer
case companion flange to 88 N·m (65 ft. lbs.).
Installer, Bearing - 6052 (8) Install skid plate, if equipped.
(9) Lower vehicle and road test to verify repair.
BR/BE PROPELLER SHAFT 3-9
PROPELLER SHAFT - FRONT (Continued)
CENTER BEARING (5) Set shaft in press and press bearing off the
shaft.
DESCRIPTION INSTALLATION
The two–piece propeller shaft uses a center bearing
Two types of center bearings are used. The two
to support the shafts. Two types of center bearings
types are not interchangeable. Be sure to install the
are used. Type 1 is used with the 9 1/4 axle. Type 2
same type as the vehicle was built with.
is used with the Dana axles (Fig. 18). Both types are
(1) Install new slinger on shaft and drive into posi-
mounted in the same location.
tion with appropriate installer tool.
(2) Install new center bearing on shaft with Bear-
OPERATION ing Installer Tool 6052. Drive on shaft with hammer
The propeller shaft center bearing serves to divide
until bearing is seated.
the required propeller shaft length into two smaller
(3) Clean shaft splines and apply a coat of multi–
shafts, which has several inherent advantages. Hav-
purpose grease.
ing two short propeller shafts instead of one long
(4) Align master splines and slide front and rear
shaft decreases the chance of unwanted noise and
half-shafts together. Reposition slip yoke boot and
vibrations. The shorter shafts are easier to balance
install new clamp.
and serve to increase ground clearance while main-
(5) Install propeller shaft in vehicle.
taining acceptable driveline angles.
CENTER BEARING ADJUSTMENT
REMOVAL Launch shudder is a vibration that occurs at first
Two types of center bearings are used. The two
acceleration from a stop. Shudder vibration usually
types are not interchangeable. Be sure to install the
peaks at the engines highest torque output. Shudder
same type as the vehicle was built with.
is a symptom associated with vehicles using a two-
(1) Remove rear propeller shaft.
piece propeller shaft. To decrease shudder, lower the
(2) Remove slip joint boot clamp and separate the
center bearing in 1/8 inch increments. Use shim
two half-shafts.
stock or fabricated plates. Plate stock must be used
BR/BE PROPELLER SHAFT 3 - 11
CENTER BEARING (Continued)
to maintain compression of the rubber insulator
around the bearing. Do not use washers. Replace the
original bolts with the appropriate increased length
bolts.
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FRONT AXLE - 216FBI The stamped steel cover provides a means for
inspection and servicing the differential.
The 216 axle have the assembly part number and
DESCRIPTION
gear ratio listed on a tag. The tag is attached to the
The housing for the 216 Front Beam-design Iron
housing cover by one of the cover bolts. Build date
(FBI) axles consists of an iron center casting with
identification codes are stamped on the cover side of
tubes on each side. The tubes are pressed into and
a axle tube.
welded to the differential housing.
The differential case is a one-piece design. The dif-
The integral type housing, hypoid gear design has
ferential pinion mate shaft is retained with a roll
the centerline of the pinion set below the centerline
pin. Differential bearing preload and ring gear back-
of the ring gear.
lash is adjusted by the use of shims. The shims are
The axle has a vent used to relieve internal pres-
located between the differential bearing cones and
sure caused by lubricant vaporization and internal
case. Pinion bearing preload is set and maintained by
expansion.
the use of a collapsible spacer.
The axles are equipped with semi-floating axle
The axle differential covers can be used for identi-
shafts, meaning that loads are supported by the hub
fication of the axle (Fig. 1). A tag is also attached to
bearings. The axle shafts are retained by nuts at the
the cover.
hub bearings. The hub bearings are bolted to the
steering knuckle at the outboard end of the axle tube
yoke. The hub bearings are serviced as an assembly.
OPERATION
The axle receives power from the transfer case
The axles are equipped with ABS brake sensors.
through the front propeller shaft. The front propeller
The sensors are attached to the knuckle assemblies
shaft is connected to the pinion gear which rotates
and the tone rings are pressed onto the axle shaft.
the differential through the gear mesh with the ring
Use care when removing axle shafts as NOT to
gear bolted to the differential case. The engine power
damage the tone wheel or the sensor.
is transmitted to the axle shafts through the pinion
BR/BE FRONT AXLE - 216FBI 3 - 13
FRONT AXLE - 216FBI (Continued)
When turning corners, the outside wheel must
travel a greater distance than the inside wheel to
complete a turn. The difference must be compensated
for to prevent the tires from scuffing and skidding
through turns. To accomplish this, the differential
allows the axle shafts to turn at unequal speeds (Fig.
3). In this instance, the input torque applied to the
pinion gears is not divided equally. The pinion gears
now rotate around the pinion mate shaft in opposite
directions. This allows the side gear and axle shaft
attached to the outside wheel to rotate at a faster
speed.
Axle Shaft Noise 1. Misaligned axle tube. 1. Inspect axle tube alignment. Correct
as necessary.
Axle Shaft Broke 1. Misaligned axle tube. 1. Replace the broken shaft after
correcting tube mis-alignment.
Differential Cracked 1. Improper adjustment of the 1. Replace case and inspect gears and
differential bearings. bearings for further damage. Set
differential bearing pre-load properly.
2. Excessive ring gear backlash. 2. Replace case and inspect gears and
bearings for further damage. Set ring
gear backlash properly.
3. Vehicle overloaded. 3. Replace case and inspect gears and
bearings for further damage. Avoid
excessive vehicle weight.
4. Erratic clutch operation. 4. Replace case and inspect gears and
bearings for further damage. Avoid
erratic use of clutch.
Differential Gears Scored 1. Insufficient lubrication. 1. Replace scored gears. Fill differential
with the correct fluid type and quantity.
2. Improper grade of lubricant. 2. Replace scored gears. Fill differential
with the correct fluid type and quantity.
3. Excessive spinning of one wheel/tire. 3. Replace scored gears. Inspect all
gears, pinion bores, and shaft for
damage. Service as necessary.
3 - 16 FRONT AXLE - 216FBI BR/BE
FRONT AXLE - 216FBI (Continued)
Loss Of Lubricant 1. Lubricant level too high. 1. Drain lubricant to the correct level.
Axle Noise 1. Insufficient lubricant. 1. Fill differential with the correct fluid
type and quantity.
2. Improper ring gear and pinion 2. Check ring gear and pinion contact
adjustment. pattern.
3. Unmatched ring gear and pinion. 3. Replace gears with a matched ring
gear and pinion.
4. Worn teeth on ring gear and/or 4. Replace ring gear and pinion.
pinion.
5. Loose pinion bearings. 5. Adjust pinion bearing pre-load.
6. Loose differential bearings. 6. Adjust differential bearing pre-load.
7. Mis-aligned or sprung ring gear. 7. Measure ring gear run-out. Replace
components as necessary.
8. Loose differential bearing cap bolts. 8. Inspect differential components and
replace as necessary. Ensure that the
bearing caps are torqued tot he proper
specification.
9. Housing not machined properly. 9. Replace housing.
PINION DEPTH MEASUREMENT AND ADJUSTMENT (2) Insert assembled height gauge components,
Measurements are taken with pinion bearing cups rear bearing and screw into the housing through pin-
and pinion bearings installed in the housing. Take ion bearing cups (Fig. 7).
measurements with Pinion Gauge Set and Dial Indi- (3) Install front pinion bearing and Cone-nut 6740
cator C-3339 (Fig. 6). hand tight (Fig. 6).
(1) Assemble Pinion Height Block 6739, Pinion (4) Place Arbor Disc 6732 on Arbor D-115-3 in posi-
Block 6734 and rear pinion bearing onto Screw 6741 tion in the housing side bearing cradles (Fig. 8).
(Fig. 6).
BR/BE FRONT AXLE - 216FBI 3 - 19
FRONT AXLE - 216FBI (Continued)
(5) Install differential bearing caps on arbor discs
and snug the bearing cap bolts. Then cross tighten
cap bolts to 108 N·m (80 ft. lbs.).
SHIM SELECTION
NOTE: It is difficult to salvage the differential side
bearings during the removal procedure. Install
replacement bearings if necessary. Fig. 11 Bearing Cap Bolts
1 - BEARING CAP
(1) Remove differential side bearings from differ- 2 - DIFFERENTIAL HOUSING
ential case. 3 - DIFFERENTIAL CASE
BR/BE FRONT AXLE - 216FBI 3 - 21
FRONT AXLE - 216FBI (Continued)
(7) Using a dead-blow hammer, seat the differen-
tial dummy bearings to each side of the housing (Fig.
12) and (Fig. 13).
Fig. 16 Differential Case To Ring Gear Side Fig. 17 Differential Case To Pinion Gear Side
1 - DIAL INDICATOR 1 - DIAL INDICATOR FACE
2 - DIFFERENTIAL CASE TO RING GEAR SIDE 2 - DIFFERENTIAL CASE TO PINION GEAR SIDE
3 - DIFFERENTIAL HOUSING 3 - PINION GEAR
4 - DIFFERENTIAL HOUSING
5 - DIFFERENTIAL CASE
needed to preload the new bearings when the differ-
ential is installed.
(13) Rotate dial indicator out of the way on the
pilot stud.
(14) Remove differential case and dummy bearings
from the housing.
(15) Install the pinion gear in the housing. Install
the pinion yoke and establish the correct pinion
rotating torque.
(16) Install differential case and dummy bearings
D-345 in the housing (without shims), install bearing
caps and tighten bolts snug.
(17) Seat ring gear side dummy bearing (Fig. 13).
(18) Position the dial indicator plunger on a flat
surface between the ring gear bolt heads (Fig. 14).
(19) Push and hold differential case toward pinion
gear and zero the dial indicator (Fig. 17).
(20) Push and hold differential case to ring gear
side of the housing and record dial indicator reading Fig. 18 Differential Case To Ring Gear Side
(Fig. 18). 1 - DIAL INDICATOR
(21) This is the shim thickness needed on the ring 2 - DIFFERENTIAL CASE TO RING GEAR SIDE
gear side of the differential case for proper backlash. 3 - PINION GEAR
(22) Subtract the backlash shim thickness from 4 - DIFFERENTIAL HOUSING
the total preload shim thickness. The remainder is 5 - DIFFERENTIAL CASE
the shim thickness required on the pinion side of the
housing. (28) Install Spreader W-129-B and some items
(23) Rotate dial indicator out of the way on pilot from Adapter Set 6987 on the housing and spread
stud. open enough to receive differential case.
(24) Remove differential case and dummy bearings
from the housing. CAUTION: Do not spread housing over 0.50 mm
(25) Install the selected side bearing shims onto (0.020 in.). The housing can be damaged if over-
the differential case hubs. spread.
(26) Install side bearings on differential case hubs
with Install D-156 and Handle C-4171. (29) Install differential case into the housing.
(27) Install bearing cups on differential. (30) Remove spreader from the housing.
BR/BE FRONT AXLE - 216FBI 3 - 23
FRONT AXLE - 216FBI (Continued)
(31) Rotate the differential case several times to
seat the side bearings.
(32) Position the indicator plunger against a ring
gear tooth (Fig. 19).
(33) Push and hold ring gear upward while not
allowing the pinion gear to rotate.
(34) Zero dial indicator face to pointer.
(35) Push and hold ring gear downward while not
allowing the pinion gear to rotate. Dial indicator
reading should be between 0.12 mm (0.005 in.) and
0.20 mm (0.008 in.). If backlash is not within specifi-
cations transfer the necessary amount of shim thick-
ness from one side of the housing to the other (Fig.
20).
(36) Verify differential case and ring gear runout
by measuring ring to pinion gear backlash at eight
locations around the ring gear. Readings should not
vary more than 0.05 mm (0.002 in.). If readings vary
more than specified, the ring gear or the differential
case is defective.
After the proper backlash is achieved, perform
Gear Contact Pattern Analysis procedure.
Fig. 20 Backlash Shim
GEAR CONTACT PATTERN
The ring and pinion gear contact patterns will
show if the pinion depth is correct. It will also show
if the ring gear backlash has been adjusted correctly.
The backlash can be adjusted within specifications to
achieve desired tooth contact patterns.
(1) Apply a thin coat of hydrated ferric oxide or
equivalent to the drive and coast side of the ring gear
teeth.
(2) Wrap, twist and hold a shop towel around the
pinion yoke to increase the turning resistance of the
pinion. This will provide a more distinct contact pat-
tern.
(3) With a boxed end wrench on the ring gear bolt,
rotate the differential case one complete revolution in
Fig. 19 Ring Gear Backlash Measurement both directions while a load is being applied from
1 - DIAL INDICATOR shop towel.
The areas on the ring gear teeth with the greatest
degree of contact against the pinion teeth will squee-
gee the compound to the areas with the least amount
of contact. Note and compare patterns on the ring
gear teeth to Gear Tooth Contact Patterns chart (Fig.
21)and adjust pinion depth and gear backlash as nec-
essary.
3 - 24 FRONT AXLE - 216FBI BR/BE
FRONT AXLE - 216FBI (Continued)
SPECIFICATIONS
FRONT AXLE - 216FBI
AXLE SPECIFICATIONS
DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION
Axle Ratio 3.55, 3.92, 4.10
Ring Gear Diameter 216 mm (8.50 in.)
Ring Gear Backlash 0.12-0.20 mm (0.005-0.008 in.)
Pinion Gear Standard Depth 109.5 mm (4.312 in.)
Pinion Bearing Preload - Original Bearing 1-2 N·m (10-20 in. lbs.)
Pinion Bearing Preload - New Bearing 2-4 N·m (15-35 in. lbs.)
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIAL TOOLS
FRONT AXLES
SPREADER - W-129-B
REMOVER - C-452
INSTALLER - C-3095-A
INSTALLER - 8108
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FRONT AXLE - 216FBI (Continued)
PILOTS - C-3288-B
PULLER/PRESS - C-293-PA
INSTALLATION
(1) Apply a light film of oil to the inside lip of the
new axle shaft seal.
(2) Install inner axle seal (Fig. 26).
OPERATION
The shift motor receives a vacuum signal from the
switch mounted on the transfer case when the vehi-
cle operator wants to switch from two wheel drive
mode to four wheel drive mode, or vice versa. When
this signal is received, the shift motor begins to move
the shift fork and collar within the axle housing. In
the four wheel drive mode, the shift collar connects
the axle intermediate shaft to the axle shaft to sup-
ply engine power to both front wheels. In two wheel
drive mode, the shift collar is disengaged from the
intermediate shaft and the intermediate shaft is
allowed to free-spin. When the two shafts are disen-
gaged, the load on the engine is reduced, thereby pro-
viding better fuel economy and road handling.
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect the vacuum and wiring connector
from the shift housing.
(2) Remove indicator switch.
(3) Remove shift motor housing cover, gasket and
shield from the housing (Fig. 28).
DIFFERENTIAL
REMOVAL
(1) Raise and support vehicle.
(2) Remove lubricant fill hole plug from the differ-
ential housing cover.
(3) Remove differential housing cover and drain
the lubricant from the housing.
(4) Clean the housing cavity with a flushing oil,
light engine oil or lint free cloth. Do not use water,
steam, kerosene or gasoline for cleaning.
(5) Remove hub bearings and axle shafts.
(6) Note the installation reference letters stamped
on the bearing caps and housing machined sealing
surface (Fig. 37).
(7) Remove the differential bearing caps.
(8) Position Spreader W-129-B with the tool dowel
pins seated in the locating holes (Fig. 38). Fig. 38 Spread Differential Housing
(9) Install the hold down clamps and tighten the 1 - HOUSING SPREADER W-129B
spreader turnbuckle finger-tight. 2 - DIAL INDICATOR C-3339
(10) Install Pilot Stud C-3288-B to the left side of 3 - DIFFERENTIAL
the differential housing and attach dial indicator to 4 - AXLE HOUSING
the pilot stud. Load the indicator plunger against the 5 - GUIDE PIN C-3288–B
opposite side of the housing (Fig. 38) and zero the
dial indicator. (13) Pry the differential case loose from the hous-
(11) Spread the housing enough to remove the case ing. To prevent damage, pivot on housing with the
from the housing. Measure the distance with the dial end of the pry bar against spreader (Fig. 39).
indicator (Fig. 38). (14) Remove the case from housing.
(15) Remove and tag bearing cups to indicate their
CAUTION: Do not spread over 0.50 mm (0.020 in). If original location.
the housing is over-spread it could be distorted or
damaged. DISASSEMBLY
(1) Remove roll-pin holding mate shaft in housing.
(12) Remove the dial indicator.
(2) Remove pinion gear mate shaft (Fig. 40).
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DIFFERENTIAL (Continued)
INSTALLATION
NOTE: If replacement differential bearings or differ-
Fig. 40 Pinion Mate Shaft ential case are being installed, differential side
1 - PINION MATE GEAR bearing shim requirements may change. Refer to
2 - PINION MATE SHAFT Adjustments (Differential Bearing Preload and Gear
3 - SIDE GEAR Backlash) procedures to determine proper shim
4 - DRIFT
selection.
(4) Remove the differential side gears and thrust (1) Position Spreader W-129-B with the tool dowel
washers. pins seated in the locating holes. Install the hold
down clamps and tighten the tool turnbuckle finger-
tight.
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DIFFERENTIAL (Continued)
INSTALLATION
NOTE: Pinion depth shims are placed between the
rear pinion bearing cone and pinion gear to achieve
proper ring and pinion gear mesh. If ring and pinion
gears are reused, the original pinion depth shim
can be used. Refer to Adjustments (Pinion Gear
Depth) to select the proper shim thickness if ring
and pinion gears are replaced.
CAUTION: Do not reuse the bolts that held the ring Fig. 63 Ring Gear Bolt
gear to the differential case. The bolts can fracture 1 - TORQUE WRENCH
causing extensive damage. 2 - RING GEAR BOLT
3 - RING GEAR
(16) Install differential in axle housing and verify 4 - CASE
gear mesh and contact pattern. Refer to Adjustments
(Gear Contact Pattern). (18) Install propeller shaft with reference marks
(17) Install differential cover and fill with lubri- aligned.
cant. (19) Remove support and lower vehicle.
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FRONT AXLE - 248FBI The stamped steel cover provides a means for
inspection and servicing the differential.
The 248 FBI axle have the assembly part number
DESCRIPTION
and gear ratio listed on a tag. The tag is attached to
The housing for the 248 Front Beam-design Iron
the housing cover by one of the cover bolts. Build
(FBI) axle consists of an iron center casting with
date identification codes are stamped on the cover
tubes on each side. The tubes are pressed into and
side of a axle tube.
welded to the differential housing.
The differential case is a one-piece design. The dif-
The integral type housing, hypoid gear design has
ferential pinion mate shaft is retained with a roll
the centerline of the pinion set below the centerline
pin. Differential bearing preload and ring gear back-
of the ring gear.
lash is adjusted by the use of shims. The shims are
The axle has a vent used to relieve internal pres-
located between the differential bearing cones and
sure caused by lubricant vaporization and internal
case. Pinion bearing preload is set and maintained by
expansion.
the use of a collapsible spacer.
The axles are equipped with semi-floating axle
The axle differential covers can be used for identi-
shafts, meaning that loads are supported by the hub
fication of the axle (Fig. 1). A tag is also attached to
bearings. The axle shafts are retained by nuts at the
the cover.
hub bearings. The hub bearings are bolted to the
steering knuckle at the outboard end of the axle tube
yoke. The hub bearings are serviced as an assembly.
OPERATION
The axle receives power from the transfer case
The axles are equipped with ABS brake sensors.
through the front propeller shaft. The front propeller
The sensors are attached to the knuckle assemblies
shaft is connected to the pinion gear which rotates
and the tone rings are pressed onto the axle shaft.
the differential through the gear mesh with the ring
Use care when removing axle shafts as NOT to
gear bolted to the differential case. The engine power
damage the tone wheel or the sensor.
is transmitted to the axle shafts through the pinion
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FRONT AXLE - 248FBI (Continued)
When turning corners, the outside wheel must
travel a greater distance than the inside wheel to
complete a turn. The difference must be compensated
for to prevent the tires from scuffing and skidding
through turns. To accomplish this, the differential
allows the axle shafts to turn at unequal speeds (Fig.
3). In this instance, the input torque applied to the
pinion gears is not divided equally. The pinion gears
now rotate around the pinion mate shaft in opposite
directions. This allows the side gear and axle shaft
attached to the outside wheel to rotate at a faster
speed.
Axle Shaft Noise 1. Misaligned axle tube. 1. Inspect axle tube alignment. Correct
as necessary.
Axle Shaft Broke 1. Misaligned axle tube. 1. Replace the broken shaft after
correcting tube mis-alignment.
Differential Cracked 1. Improper adjustment of the 1. Replace case and inspect gears and
differential bearings. bearings for further damage. Set
differential bearing pre-load properly.
2. Excessive ring gear backlash. 2. Replace case and inspect gears and
bearings for further damage. Set ring
gear backlash properly.
3. Vehicle overloaded. 3. Replace case and inspect gears and
bearings for further damage. Avoid
excessive vehicle weight.
4. Erratic clutch operation. 4. Replace case and inspect gears and
bearings for further damage. Avoid
erratic use of clutch.
Differential Gears Scored 1. Insufficient lubrication. 1. Replace scored gears. Fill differential
with the correct fluid type and quantity.
2. Improper grade of lubricant. 2. Replace scored gears. Fill differential
with the correct fluid type and quantity.
3. Excessive spinning of one wheel/tire. 3. Replace scored gears. Inspect all
gears, pinion bores, and shaft for
damage. Service as necessary.
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FRONT AXLE - 248FBI (Continued)
Loss Of Lubricant 1. Lubricant level too high. 1. Drain lubricant to the correct level.
Axle Noise 1. Insufficient lubricant. 1. Fill differential with the correct fluid
type and quantity.
2. Improper ring gear and pinion 2. Check ring gear and pinion contact
adjustment. pattern.
3. Unmatched ring gear and pinion. 3. Replace gears with a matched ring
gear and pinion.
4. Worn teeth on ring gear and/or 4. Replace ring gear and pinion.
pinion.
5. Loose pinion bearings. 5. Adjust pinion bearing pre-load.
6. Loose differential bearings. 6. Adjust differential bearing pre-load.
7. Mis-aligned or sprung ring gear. 7. Measure ring gear run-out. Replace
components as necessary.
8. Loose differential bearing cap bolts. 8. Inspect differential components and
replace as necessary. Ensure that the
bearing caps are torqued tot he proper
specification.
9. Housing not machined properly. 9. Replace housing.
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FRONT AXLE - 248FBI (Continued)
PINION DEPTH MEASUREMENT AND ADJUSTMENT (2) Insert assembled height gauge components,
Measurements are taken with pinion bearing cups rear bearing and screw into the housing through pin-
and pinion bearings installed in the housing. Take ion bearing cups (Fig. 7).
measurements with Pinion Gauge Set and Dial Indi- (3) Install front pinion bearing and Cone-nut 6740
cator C-3339 (Fig. 6). hand tight (Fig. 6).
(1) Assemble Pinion Height Block 6739, Pinion (4) Place Arbor Disc 6732 on Arbor D-115-3 in posi-
Block 6736 and rear pinion bearing onto Screw 6741 tion in the housing side bearing cradles (Fig. 8).
(Fig. 6).
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FRONT AXLE - 248FBI (Continued)
(5) Install differential bearing caps on arbor discs
and snug the bearing cap bolts. Then cross tighten
cap bolts to 108 N·m (80 ft. lbs.).
SHIM SELECTION
NOTE: It is difficult to salvage the differential side
bearings during the removal procedure. Install
replacement bearings if necessary. Fig. 11 Bearing Cap Bolts
1 - BEARING CAP
(1) Remove differential side bearings from differ- 2 - DIFFERENTIAL HOUSING
ential case. 3 - DIFFERENTIAL CASE
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FRONT AXLE - 248FBI (Continued)
(7) Using a dead-blow hammer, seat the differen-
tial dummy bearings to each side of the housing (Fig.
12) and (Fig. 13).
Fig. 16 Differential Case To Ring Gear Side Fig. 17 Differential Case To Pinion Gear Side
1 - DIAL INDICATOR 1 - DIAL INDICATOR FACE
2 - DIFFERENTIAL CASE TO RING GEAR SIDE 2 - DIFFERENTIAL CASE TO PINION GEAR SIDE
3 - DIFFERENTIAL HOUSING 3 - PINION GEAR
4 - DIFFERENTIAL HOUSING
5 - DIFFERENTIAL CASE
needed to preload the new bearings when the differ-
ential is installed.
(13) Rotate dial indicator out of the way on the
pilot stud.
(14) Remove differential case and dummy bearings
from the housing.
(15) Install the pinion gear in the housing. Install
the pinion yoke and establish the correct pinion
rotating torque.
(16) Install differential case and dummy bearings
D-343 in the housing (without shims), install bearing
caps and tighten bolts snug.
(17) Seat ring gear side dummy bearing (Fig. 13).
(18) Position the dial indicator plunger on a flat
surface between the ring gear bolt heads (Fig. 14).
(19) Push and hold differential case toward pinion
gear and zero the dial indicator (Fig. 17).
(20) Push and hold differential case to ring gear
side of the housing and record dial indicator reading Fig. 18 Differential Case To Ring Gear Side
(Fig. 18). 1 - DIAL INDICATOR
(21) This is the shim thickness needed on the ring 2 - DIFFERENTIAL CASE TO RING GEAR SIDE
gear side of the differential case for proper backlash. 3 - PINION GEAR
(22) Subtract the backlash shim thickness from 4 - DIFFERENTIAL HOUSING
the total preload shim thickness. The remainder is 5 - DIFFERENTIAL CASE
the shim thickness required on the pinion side of the
housing. (28) Install Spreader W-129-B and some items
(23) Rotate dial indicator out of the way on pilot from Adapter Set 6987 on the housing and spread
stud. open enough to receive differential case.
(24) Remove differential case and dummy bearings
from the housing. CAUTION: Do not spread housing over 0.50 mm
(25) Install the selected side bearing shims onto (0.020 in.). The housing can be damaged if over-
the differential case hubs. spread.
(26) Install side bearings on differential case hubs
with Install C-4487-1 and Handle C-4171. (29) Install differential case into the housing.
(27) Install bearing cups on differential. (30) Remove spreader from the housing.
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FRONT AXLE - 248FBI (Continued)
(31) Rotate the differential case several times to
seat the side bearings.
(32) Position the indicator plunger against a ring
gear tooth (Fig. 19).
(33) Push and hold ring gear upward while not
allowing the pinion gear to rotate.
(34) Zero dial indicator face to pointer.
(35) Push and hold ring gear downward while not
allowing the pinion gear to rotate. Dial indicator
reading should be between 0.12 mm (0.005 in.) and
0.20 mm (0.008 in.). If backlash is not within specifi-
cations transfer the necessary amount of shim thick-
ness from one side of the housing to the other (Fig.
20).
(36) Verify differential case and ring gear runout
by measuring ring to pinion gear backlash at eight
locations around the ring gear. Readings should not
vary more than 0.05 mm (0.002 in.). If readings vary
more than specified, the ring gear or the differential
case is defective.
After the proper backlash is achieved, perform
Gear Contact Pattern Analysis procedure.
Fig. 20 Backlash Shim
GEAR CONTACT PATTERN
The ring and pinion gear contact patterns will
show if the pinion depth is correct. It will also show
if the ring gear backlash has been adjusted correctly.
The backlash can be adjusted within specifications to
achieve desired tooth contact patterns.
(1) Apply a thin coat of hydrated ferric oxide or
equivalent to the drive and coast side of the ring gear
teeth.
(2) Wrap, twist and hold a shop towel around the
pinion yoke to increase the turning resistance of the
pinion. This will provide a more distinct contact pat-
tern.
(3) With a boxed end wrench on the ring gear bolt,
rotate the differential case one complete revolution in
Fig. 19 Ring Gear Backlash Measurement both directions while a load is being applied from
1 - DIAL INDICATOR shop towel.
The areas on the ring gear teeth with the greatest
degree of contact against the pinion teeth will squee-
gee the compound to the areas with the least amount
of contact. Note and compare patterns on the ring
gear teeth to Gear Tooth Contact Patterns chart (Fig.
21)and adjust pinion depth and gear backlash as nec-
essary.
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FRONT AXLE - 248FBI (Continued)
SPECIFICATIONS
FRONT AXLE - 248FBI
AXLE SPECIFICATIONS
DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION
Axle Ratio 3.55, 4.10
Ring Gear Diameter 248 mm (9.75 in.)
Ring Gear Backlash 0.12-0.20 mm (0.005-0.008 in.)
Pinion Gear Standard Depth 127 mm (5.000 in.)
Pinion Bearing Preload - Original Bearing 1-2 N·m (10-20 in. lbs.)
Pinion Bearing Preload - New Bearing 1.7-4 N·m (15-35 in. lbs.)
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIAL TOOLS
FRONT AXLE
REMOVER - C-452
SPREADER - W-129-B
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FRONT AXLE - 248FBI (Continued)
PULLER/PRESS - C-293-PA
BLOCK, ADAPTER – C-239-62 (8) Remove axle shaft from the housing. Avoid
damaging the axle shaft oil seal.
INSTALLATION
(1) Clean axle shaft and apply a thin film of
Mopar Wheel Bearing Grease to the shaft splines,
seal contact surface, hub bore.
(2) Install axle shaft into the housing and differen-
tial side gears. Avoid damaging axle shaft oil seals in
HOLDER, YOKE - 6719A the differential.
(3) Install dust shield and hub bearing on knuckle.
(4) Install hub bearing bolts and tighten to 170
N·m (125 ft. lbs.).
(5) Install axle washer and nut, tighten nut to 237
N·m (175 ft. lbs.). Align nut to next cotter pin hole
and install new cotter pin.
(6) Install ABS wheel speed sensor, brake rotor
and caliper. Refer to Brakes for proper procedures.
(7) Install wheel and tire assembly.
(8) Remove support and lower the vehicle.
PINION DEPTH, SET – 6730
AXLE SHAFTS -
AXLE SHAFTS
INTERMEDIATE
REMOVAL
(1) Raise and support the vehicle. REMOVAL - INTERMEDIATE AXLE
(2) Remove wheel and tire assembly. (1) Remove the vacuum shift motor housing.
(3) Remove brake caliper and rotor. Refer to (2) Remove the outer axle shaft.
Brakes for procedures. (3) Remove the inner axle shaft seal from the shift
(4) Remove ABS wheel speed sensor if equipped. motor housing with a long drift or punch. Be careful
Refer to Brakes for procedures. not to damage housing.
(5) Remove the cotter pin and axle hub nut. (4) Remove intermediate axle shaft and shift col-
(6) Remove hub bearing bolts (Fig. 22) and remove lar.
hub bearing from the steering knuckle. (5) Remove the intermediate axle shaft bushing
(7) Remove brake dust shield from knuckle. (Fig. 23).
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AXLE SHAFTS - INTERMEDIATE (Continued)
(4) Install the inner axle seal (Fig. 25).
INSTALLATION - INTERMEDIATE AXLE (5) Install the shift collar in the axle housing.
(1) Position the bushing on installation tool and (6) Lubricate the splined end of the intermediate
seat the bushing (Fig. 24) in the housing bore. axle shaft with multi-purpose lubricant.
(7) Insert the intermediate axle shaft into the dif-
ferential side gear.
(8) Insert the axle shaft into the tube. Engage the
splined end of the shaft with the shift collar.
(9) Install the vacuum shift motor housing.
INSTALLATION
(2) Clean the inside perimeter of the axle shaft (1) Apply a light film of oil to the inside lip of the
tube with fine crocus cloth. new axle shaft seal.
(3) Apply a light film of oil to the inside lip of the (2) Install the inner axle seal (Fig. 26).
new axle shaft seal. (3) Install axles and hub bearings.
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AXLE SHAFT SEALS (Continued)
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect the vacuum and wiring connector
from the shift housing.
(2) Remove indicator switch.
(3) Remove shift motor housing cover, gasket and
shield from the housing (Fig. 28).
Fig. 32 Pinion
1 - YOKE HOLDER
2 - YOKE
3 - YOKE PULLER
DIFFERENTIAL
REMOVAL
(1) Raise and support vehicle.
(2) Remove lubricant fill hole plug from the differ-
ential housing cover.
(3) Remove differential housing cover and drain
the lubricant from the housing.
(4) Clean the housing cavity with a flushing oil,
light engine oil or lint free cloth. Do not use water,
steam, kerosene or gasoline for cleaning.
(5) Remove hub bearings and axle shafts.
(6) Note the installation reference letters stamped
on the bearing caps and housing machined sealing
surface (Fig. 37).
(7) Remove the differential bearing caps.
(8) Position Spreader W-129-B with the tool dowel
pins seated in the locating holes (Fig. 38). Fig. 38 Spread Differential Housing
(9) Install the hold down clamps and tighten the 1 - HOUSING SPREADER W-129B
spreader turnbuckle finger-tight. 2 - DIAL INDICATOR C-3339
(10) Install Pilot Stud C-3288-B to the left side of 3 - DIFFERENTIAL
the differential housing and attach dial indicator to 4 - AXLE HOUSING
the pilot stud. Load the indicator plunger against the 5 - GUIDE PIN C-3288–B
opposite side of the housing (Fig. 38) and zero the
dial indicator. (13) Pry the differential case loose from the hous-
(11) Spread the housing enough to remove the case ing. To prevent damage, pivot on housing with the
from the housing. Measure the distance with the dial end of the pry bar against spreader (Fig. 39).
indicator (Fig. 38). (14) Remove the case from housing.
(15) Remove and tag bearing cups to indicate their
CAUTION: Do not spread over 0.50 mm (0.020 in). If original location.
the housing is over-spread it could be distorted or
damaged. DISASSEMBLY
(1) Remove roll-pin holding mate shaft in housing.
(12) Remove the dial indicator.
(2) Remove pinion gear mate shaft (Fig. 40).
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DIFFERENTIAL (Continued)
INSTALLATION
NOTE: If replacement differential bearings or differ-
Fig. 40 Pinion Mate Shaft ential case are being installed, differential side
1 - PINION MATE GEAR bearing shim requirements may change. Refer to
2 - PINION MATE SHAFT Adjustments (Differential Bearing Preload and Gear
3 - SIDE GEAR Backlash) procedures to determine proper shim
4 - DRIFT
selection.
(4) Remove the differential side gears and thrust (1) Position Spreader W-129-B with the tool dowel
washers. pins seated in the locating holes. Install the hold
down clamps and tighten the tool turnbuckle finger-
tight.
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DIFFERENTIAL (Continued)
INSTALLATION
NOTE: Pinion depth shims are placed between the
rear pinion bearing cone and pinion gear to achieve
proper ring and pinion gear mesh. If ring and pinion
gears are reused, the original pinion depth shim
can be used. Refer to Adjustments (Pinion Gear
Depth) to select the proper shim thickness if ring
and pinion gears are replaced.
CAUTION: Do not reuse the bolts that held the ring Fig. 63 Ring Gear Bolt
gear to the differential case. The bolts can fracture 1 - TORQUE WRENCH
causing extensive damage. 2 - RING GEAR BOLT
3 - RING GEAR
(16) Install differential in axle housing and verify 4 - CASE
gear mesh and contact pattern. Refer to Adjustments
(Gear Contact Pattern). (18) Install propeller shaft with reference marks
(17) Install differential cover and fill with lubri- aligned.
cant. (19) Remove support and lower vehicle.
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REAR AXLE - 9 1/4 ted onto the differential case against the ring gear
flange.
The differential case is a one-piece design. The dif-
DESCRIPTION
ferential pinion shaft is retained with a screw. Differ-
The 9 1/4 Inch axle housings consist of a cast iron
ential bearing preload and ring gear backlash are set
center section with axle tubes extending from either
and maintained by threaded adjusters at the outside
side. The tubes are pressed into and welded to the
of the differential housing. Pinion bearing preload is
differential housing to form a one-piece axle housing
set and maintained by the use of a collapsible spacer.
(Fig. 1).
Axles equipped with a Trac-Loky differential are
The axles have a vent hose to relieve internal pres-
optional. A differential has a one-piece differential
sure caused by lubricant vaporization and internal
case, and the same internal components as a stan-
expansion.
dard differential, plus two clutch disc packs.
The axles are equipped with semi-floating axle
shafts, meaning vehicle loads are supported by the
AXLE IDENTIFICATION
axle shaft and bearings. The axle shafts are retained
The axle differential cover can be used for identifi-
by C-locks in the differential side gears.
cation of the axle (Fig. 2). A ratio tag is attached to
The removable, stamped steel cover provides a
the top of the differential cover.
means for inspection and service without removing
the complete axle from the vehicle.
The axle has a date tag and a gear ratio tag. The
OPERATION
The axle receives power from the transmission/
tags are attached to the differential housing by a
transfer case through the rear propeller shaft. The
cover bolt.
rear propeller shaft is connected to the drive pinion
The rear wheel anti-lock (RWAL) brake speed sen-
which rotates the differential through the gear mesh
sor is attached to the top, forward exterior of the dif-
with the ring gear bolted to the differential case. The
ferential housing. A seal is located between the
engine power is transmitted to the axle shafts
sensor and the wire harness connector. The seal must
through the differential pinions and side gears. The
be in place when the wire connector is connected to
side gears are splined to the axle shafts.
the sensor. The RWAL brake exciter ring is press-fit-
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REAR AXLE - 9 1/4 (Continued)
Axle Shaft Noise 1. Misaligned axle tube. 1. Inspect axle tube alignment. Correct
as necessary.
Axle Shaft Broke 1. Misaligned axle tube. 1. Replace the broken shaft after
correcting tube mis-alignment.
Differential Cracked 1. Improper adjustment of the 1. Replace case and inspect gears and
differential bearings. bearings for further damage. Set
differential bearing pre-load properly.
2. Excessive ring gear backlash. 2. Replace case and inspect gears and
bearings for further damage. Set ring
gear backlash properly.
3. Vehicle overloaded. 3. Replace case and inspect gears and
bearings for further damage. Avoid
excessive vehicle weight.
4. Erratic clutch operation. 4. Replace case and inspect gears and
bearings for further damage. Avoid
erratic use of clutch.
Differential Gears Scored 1. Insufficient lubrication. 1. Replace scored gears. Fill differential
with the correct fluid type and quantity.
Loss Of Lubricant 1. Lubricant level too high. 1. Drain lubricant to the correct level.
2. Worn axle shaft seals. 2. Replace seals.
3. Cracked differential housing. 3. Repair as necessary.
4. Worn pinion seal. 4. Replace seal.
5. Worn/scored yoke. 5. Replace yoke and seal.
6. Axle cover not properly sealed. 6. Remove, clean, and re-seal cover.
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REAR AXLE - 9 1/4 (Continued)
Axle Noise 1. Insufficient lubricant. 1. Fill differential with the correct fluid
type and quantity.
2. Improper ring gear and pinion 2. Check ring gear and pinion contact
adjustment. pattern. Adjust backlash or pinion depth.
3. Unmatched ring gear and pinion. 3. Replace gears with a matched ring
gear and pinion.
4. Worn teeth on ring gear and/or 4. Replace ring gear and pinion.
pinion.
5. Loose pinion bearings. 5. Adjust pinion bearing pre-load.
6. Loose differential bearings. 6. Adjust differential bearing pre-load.
7. Mis-aligned or sprung ring gear. 7. Measure ring gear run-out. Replace
components as necessary.
8. Loose differential bearing cap bolts. 8. Inspect differential components and
replace as necessary. Ensure that the
bearing caps are torqued tot he proper
specification.
9. Housing not machined properly. 9. Replace housing.
INSTALLATION
(1) Raise the axle with lifting device and align to
the leaf spring centering bolts.
(2) Install the spring clamps and spring brackets.
Refer to 2 Suspension for procedures.
(3) Install shock absorbers and tighten nuts to 82
N·m (60 ft. lbs.).
(4) Install the RWAL sensor to the differential
housing, if necessary. Refer to 5 Brakes for proce-
dures.
(5) Connect the parking brake cables and cable
brackets.
(6) Install the brake drums. Refer to 5 Brakes for
procedures.
(7) Connect the brake hose to the axle junction
block. Refer to 5 Brakes for procedures. Fig. 6 Pinion ID Number
(8) Install axle vent hose. 1 - PRODUCTION NUMBER
(9) Align propeller shaft and pinion companion 2 - PINION GEAR DEPTH VARIANCE
flange reference marks. Install the companion flange 3 - GEAR MATCHING NUMBER
bolts. Tighten to 108 N·m (80 ft. lbs.).
(10) Install the wheels and tires.
(11) Add gear lubricant, if necessary. Refer to
Specifications for lubricant requirements.
(12) Remove lifting device from axle and lower the
vehicle.
ADJUSTMENTS
Ring gear and pinion are supplied as matched sets
only. The identifying numbers for the ring gear and
pinion are painted onto the pinion gear head (Fig. 6)
and the side of the ring gear. A plus (+) number,
minus (–) number or zero (0) along with the gear set
sequence number (01 to 99) is on each gear. This first
number is the amount (in thousandths of an inch)
the depth varies from the standard depth setting of a
pinion marked with a (0). The next two numbers are
the sequence number of the gear set. The standard Fig. 7 Adjustment Shim Locations
depth provides the best teeth contact pattern. Refer 1 - AXLE HOUSING
to Backlash and Contact Pattern for additional infor- 2 - COLLAPSIBLE SPACER
mation. 3 - PINION BEARING
4 - PINION DEPTH SHIM
Compensation for pinion depth variance is
5 - DRIVE PINION GEAR
achieved with select shims. The shims are placed
6 - BEARING CUP
behind the rear pinion bearing. (Fig. 7).
If a new gear set is being installed, note the depth
variance painted onto both the original and replace- Note the painted number on the shaft of the drive
ment pinion. Add or subtract the thickness of the pinion (–1, –2, 0, +1, +2, etc.). The numbers repre-
original depth shims to compensate for the difference sent thousands of an inch deviation from the stan-
in the depth variances. Refer to the Depth Variance dard. If the number is negative, add that value to the
chart. required thickness of the depth shims. If the number
Note where Old and New Pinion Marking columns is positive, subtract that value from the thickness of
intersect. Intersecting figure represents plus or the depth shim. If the number is 0 no change is nec-
minus the amount needed. essary.
BR/BE REAR AXLE - 9 1/4 3 - 85
REAR AXLE - 9 1/4 (Continued)
PINION GEAR DEPTH VARIANCE
PINION DEPTH MEASUREMENT (1) Assemble Pinion Height Block 6739, Pinion
Measurements are taken with pinion bearing cups Block 8542 and rear pinion bearing onto Screw 6741
and pinion bearings installed in the housing. Take (Fig. 8).
measurements with Pinion Gauge Set and Dial Indi- (2) Insert assembled height gauge components,
cator C-3339 (Fig. 8). rear bearing, and screw into the housing through
pinion bearing cups (Fig. 9).
(3) Install front pinion bearing and Cone-Nut 6740
hand tight (Fig. 8).
1 - DIAL INDICATOR
2 - ARBOR (4) Place Arbor Disc 8541 on Arbor D-115-3 in posi-
3 - PINION HEIGHT BLOCK tion in the housing side bearing cradles (Fig. 10).
4 - CONE Install differential bearing caps on arbor discs and
5 - SCREW tighten cap bolts to 41 N·m (30 ft. lbs.).
6 - PINION BLOCK
7 - SCOOTER BLOCK
NOTE: Arbor Discs 8541 has different step diame-
8 - ARBOR DISC
ters to fit other axles. Choose proper step for axle
being serviced.
3 - 86 REAR AXLE - 9 1/4 BR/BE
REAR AXLE - 9 1/4 (Continued)
measurements will be taken with the same gear GEAR CONTACT PATTERN
teeth meshed. The ring gear and pinion teeth contact patterns
will show if the pinion depth is correct in the hous-
ing. It will also show if the ring gear backlash has
been adjusted correctly. The backlash can be adjusted
within specifications to achieve desired tooth contact
patterns.
(1) Apply a thin coat of hydrated ferric oxide or
equivalent to the drive and coast side of the ring gear
teeth.
(2) Wrap, twist, and hold a shop towel around the
pinion yoke to increase the turning resistance of the
pinion. This will provide a more distinct contact pat-
tern.
(3) With a boxed end wrench on a ring gear bolt,
rotate the differential case one complete revolution in
both directions while a load is being applied from
shop towel.
Fig. 13 Ring Gear Backlash The areas on the ring gear teeth with the greatest
1 - DIAL INDICATOR
degree of contact against the pinion teeth will squee-
2 - RING GEAR gee the compound to the areas with the least amount
3 - EXCITER RING of contact. Note and compare patterns on the ring
gear teeth to Gear Tooth Contact Patterns chart (Fig.
14)and adjust pinion depth and gear backlash as nec-
(4) Loosen the right-side, tighten the left-side
essary.
threaded adjuster. Obtain backlash of 0.003 to 0.004
inch (0.076 to 0.102 mm) with each adjuster tight- SIDE GEAR CLEARANCE
ened to 14 N·m (10 ft. lbs.). Seat the bearing cups
When measuring side gear clearance, check each
with the procedure described above.
gear independently. If it necessary to replace a side
(5) Tighten the differential bearing cap bolts 136
gear, replace both gears as a matched set.
N·m (100 ft. lbs.).
(1) Install the axle shafts and C-locks and pinion
(6) Tighten the right-side threaded adjuster to 102
shaft.
N·m (75 ft. lbs.). Seat the bearing cups with the pro-
(2) Measure each side gear clearance. Insert a
cedure described above. Continue to tighten the
matched pair of feeler gauge blades between the gear
3 - 88 REAR AXLE - 9 1/4 BR/BE
REAR AXLE - 9 1/4 (Continued)
SPECIFICATIONS
REAR AXLE - 9 1/4
AXLE SPECIFICATIONS
DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION
Axle Ratio 3.21, 3.55, 3.92
Differential Case Flange Runout 0.076 mm (0.003 in.)
Differential Case Clearance 0.12 mm (0.005 in.)
Ring Gear Diameter 235 mm (9.25 in.)
Ring Gear Backlash 0.13-0.20 mm (0.005-0.008 in.)
Ring Gear Runout 0.12 mm (0.005 in.)
Pinion Bearing Preload - Original Bearings 1-2 N·m (10-20 in. lbs.)
Pinion Bearing Preload - New Bearings 1.7-4 N·m (15-35 in. lbs.)
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIAL TOOLS
REAR AXLE - 9 1/4
Puller 6790
Installer C-4198
Holder Yoke 6719A
BR/BE REAR AXLE - 9 1/4 3 - 91
REAR AXLE - 9 1/4 (Continued)
Puller C-452
Handle C-4171
Installer C-3860-A
Installer—C-4076-B
Installer C-3718
Handle C-4735-1
Wrench C-4164
Remover C-4828
Puller/Press C-293-PA
3 - 92 REAR AXLE - 9 1/4 BR/BE
REAR AXLE - 9 1/4 (Continued)
Installer C-4310
Plug C-293-3
Installer D-129
Installer C-4213
Installer C-3095
Fixture 8136
AXLE SHAFTS
REMOVAL
(1) Place the transmission in NEUTRAL and raise
and support vehicle.
(2) Remove wheel and tire assembly. Fig. 18 Axle Shaft C-Lock
(3) Remove brake drum (Refer to 5 - BRAKES/HY- 1 - C-LOCK
DRAULIC/MECHANICAL/DRUM - REMOVAL) .. 2 - AXLE SHAFT
(4) Clean all foreign material from housing cover 3 - SIDE GEAR
area.
(5) Remove the housing cover and drain lubricant.
(6) Rotate differential case to access the pinion
INSTALLATION
shaft lock screw. Remove lock screw and pinion shaft (1) Lubricate bearing bore and seal lip with gear
from differential case (Fig. 17). lubricant. Insert axle shaft through seal, bearing and
(7) Push axle shaft inward then remove axle shaft engage it into side gear splines.
C-lock (Fig. 18).
NOTE: Use care to prevent shaft splines from dam-
(8) Remove axle shaft being carefull not to damage
aging axle shaft seal lip.
shaft bearing and seal.
(9) Inspect axle shaft seal for leakage or damage. (2) Insert C-lock in end of axle shaft. Push axle
(10) Inspect axle shaft bearing contact surface for shaft outward to seat C-lock in side gear.
signs of brinelling, galling and pitting. (3) Insert pinion shaft into differential case and
through thrust washers and differential pinions.
(4) Align hole in shaft with hole in the differential
case and install lock screw with Loctitet on the
threads. Tighten lock screw to 11 N·m (8 ft. lbs.).
3 - 94 REAR AXLE - 9 1/4 BR/BE
AXLE SHAFTS (Continued)
(5) Install cover and fill with gear lubricant.
(6) Install brake drum (Refer to 5 - BRAKES/HY-
DRAULIC/MECHANICAL/DRUM - INSTALLATION).
(7) Install wheel and tire assemblies.
(8) Remove support and lower vehicle.
INSTALLATION
(1) Wipe the axle tube bore clean. Remove any old
sealer or burrs from the tube.
(2) Install a new axle seal with Installer C-4076-B
and Handle C-4735-1. When the tool contacts the
axle tube, the seal is installed to the correct depth.
(3) Coat the lip of the seal with axle lubricant for
protection prior to installing the axle shaft.
(4) Install the axle shaft.
INSTALLATION
(1) Wipe the axle tube bore clean. Remove any old
sealer or burrs from the tube.
(2) Install the axle shaft bearing with Installer
C-4198 and Handle C-4171 . Ensure that the bearing
part number is against the installer. Verify that the
bearing in installed straight and the tool fully con-
tacts the axle tube when seating the bearing.
(3) Install a new axle seal with Installer C-4076-B
and Handle C-4735-1. When the tool contacts the
axle tube, the seal is installed to the correct depth.
(4) Coat the lip of the seal with axle lubricant for
protection prior to installing the axle shaft.
(5) Install the axle shaft.
PINION SEAL
REMOVAL
(1) Raise and support the vehicle.
(2) Mark the universal joint, companion flange and
Fig. 22 Companion Flange Remover
pinion shaft for installation reference.
(3) Remove the propeller shaft from the companion 1 - COMPANION FLANGE
2 - PULLER TOOL
flange. Secure the propeller shaft in an upright posi-
tion to prevent damage to the rear universal joint.
(4) Remove the wheel and tire assemblies. NOTE: The seal is correctly installed when the seal
(5) Remove the brake drums to prevent any drag. flange contacts the face of the differential housing.
The drag may cause a false bearing preload torque
measurement. (3) Position the companion flange on the end of the
(6) Rotate the companion flange three or four shaft with the reference marks aligned.
times. (4) Install socket head bolts into two of the
(7) Measure the amount of torque necessary to threaded holes in the companion flange, 180° apart.
rotate the pinion with an inch pound torque wrench. (5) Position Holder 6719A against the companion
Record the torque reading for installation reference. flange and install a hex head bolt and washer into
(8) Install socket head bolts into two of the one of the remaining threaded holes. Tighten the
threaded holes in the companion flange, 180° apart. bolts so the holder is held to the flange.
(9) Position Holder 6719A against the companion (6) Seat companion flange on pinion shaft with
flange and install a hex head bolt and washer into Installer C-3718 and Holder 6719.
one of the remaining threaded holes. Tighten the (7) Remove the installer and install the pinion
bolts so the holder is held to the flange. washer and a new pinion nut. The convex side of the
(10) Hold the flange with holder and remove the washer must face outward.
pinion nut and washer.
(11) Remove the companion flange with Remover CAUTION: Do not exceed the minimum tightening
C-452 (Fig. 22). torque when installing the companion flange retain-
(12) Remove pinion seal with a pry tool or slide- ing nut at this point. Damage to collapsible spacer
hammer mounted screw. or bearings may result.
ASSEMBLY
(1) Install differential side gears and thrust wash-
ers.
(2) Install differential pinion and thrust washers.
(3) Install the pinion shaft.
(4) Align the hole in the pinion shaft with the hole
in the differential case and install the pinion shaft
lock screw.
(5) Lubricate all differential components with
hypoid gear lubricant.
INSTALLATION
(1) Apply a coating of hypoid gear lubricant to the
differential bearings, bearing cups, and threaded
adjusters. A dab of grease can be used to keep the
adjusters in position. Carefully position the assem- Fig. 30 Differential Cover
bled differential case in the housing. 1 - SEALANT
(2) Observe the reference marks and install the 2 - DIFFERENTIAL COVER
differential bearing caps at their original locations
(Fig. 29).
Install the housing cover within 5 minutes
after applying the sealant.
(7) Install the cover and any identification tag.
Tighten the cover bolts to 41 N·m (30 ft. lbs.) torque.
(8) Fill differential with lubricant to bottom of the
fill plug hole. Refer to the Lubricant Specifications
for the quantity and type.
(9) Install the fill hole plug and lower the vehicle.
(10) Trac-loky differential equipped vehicles
should be road tested by making 10 to 12 slow figure-
eight turns. This maneuver will pump the lubricant
through the clutch discs to eliminate a possible chat-
ter noise complaint.
DIFFERENTIAL - TRAC-LOK
Fig. 29 Bearing Caps & Bolts DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - TRAC-LOKY
1 - REFERENCE MARKS The most common problem is a chatter noise when
2 - REFERENCE MARKS turning corners. Before removing a Trac-loky unit
3 - ADJUSTER LOCK for repair, drain, flush and refill the axle with the
4 - BEARING CAP specified lubricant. A container of Mopar Trac-loky
Lubricant (friction modifier) should be added after
(3) Install bearing cap bolts and tighten the upper repair service or during a lubricant change.
bolts to 14 N·m (10 ft. lbs.). Tighten the lower bolts After changing the lubricant, drive the vehicle and
finger-tight until the bolt head is seated. make 10 to 12 slow, figure-eight turns. This maneu-
(4) Perform the differential bearing preload and ver will pump lubricant through the clutches. This
adjustment procedure. will correct the condition in most instances. If the
chatter persists, clutch damage could have occurred.
NOTE: Be sure that all bearing cap bolts are tight-
ened to their final torque of 136 N·m (100 ft.lbs.) DIFFERENTIAL TEST
before proceeding. The differential can be tested without removing the
differential case by measuring rotating torque. Make
(5) Install the axle shafts. sure brakes are not dragging during this measure-
(6) Apply a bead of Mopar Silicone Rubber Sealant ment.
or equivalent to the housing cover (Fig. 30). (1) Place blocks in front and rear of both front
wheels.
BR/BE REAR AXLE - 9 1/4 3 - 99
DIFFERENTIAL - TRAC-LOK (Continued)
(2) Raise one rear wheel until it is completely off
the ground.
(3) Engine off, transmission in neutral, and park-
ing brake off.
(4) Remove wheel and bolt Special Tool 6790 or
equivalent tool to studs.
(5) Use torque wrench on special tool to rotate
wheel and read rotating torque (Fig. 31).
DISASSEMBLY
(1) Clamp side gear Holding Fixture 6965 in a vise
and position the differential case on the Holding Fix-
ture (Fig. 32).
(2) Remove ring gear if the ring gear is to be
replaced. The Trac-loky differential can be serviced
with the ring gear installed.
(3) Remove pinion shaft roll pin.
(4) Remove pinion shaft with a drift and hammer Fig. 33 Pinion Shaft
(Fig. 33). 1 - PINION MATE SHAFT
(5) Install and lubricate Step Plate C-6960-3 (Fig. 2 - SIDE GEAR
34). 3 - DRIFT
(6) Assemble Threaded Adapter C-6960-1 into top 4 - PINION MATE GEAR
side gear. Thread Forcing Screw C-6960-4 into
adapter until it becomes centered in adapter plate.
3 - 100 REAR AXLE - 9 1/4 BR/BE
DIFFERENTIAL - TRAC-LOK (Continued)
Fig. 40 Clutch Disc Pack Fig. 42 Clutch Pack and Upper Side Gear
1 - CLUTCH PACK 1 - SIDE GEAR AND CLUTCH PACK
2 - RETAINER 2 - DIFFERENTIAL CASE
3 - SIDE GEAR 3 - STEP PLATE - C-6960-3
4 - RETAINER
DIFFERENTIAL CASE
BEARINGS
REMOVAL
(1) Remove differential case from axle housing.
(2) Remove bearings from the differential case
with Puller C-293-PA, Adapters C-293-47 and Plug
SP-293-3 (Fig. 43).
INSTALLATION
NOTE: The ring gear and pinion are serviced in a
matched set. Do not replace the pinion without
replacing the ring gear. If ring and pinion gears or
bearings are replaced, Refer to Adjustments for Pin-
ion Gear Depth Setting.
(10) Install companion flange with Installer (15) Slowly tighten the nut in 6.8 N·m (5 ft. lbs.)
C-3718 and Holder 6719. increments until the desired rotating torque is
(11) Install bolts into two of the threaded holes in achieved. Measure the rotating torque frequently to
the companion flange 180° apart. avoid over crushing the collapsible spacer (Fig. 58).
(12) Position Holder 6719 against the companion (16) Check bearing rotating torque with an inch
flange and install a bolt and washer into one of the pound torque wrench (Fig. 58). The torque necessary
remaining threaded holes. Tighten the bolts so the to rotate the pinion should be:
Holder 6719 is held to the flange. • Original Bearings: 1 to 3 N·m (10 to 20 in. lbs.).
(13) Install the companion flange washer and a • New Bearings: 2 to 5 N·m (15 to 35 in. lbs.).
new nut on the pinion and tighten the pinion nut (17) Position exciter ring on differential case.
until there is zero bearing end-play. (18) Using a brass drift, slowly and evenly tap the
(14) Tighten the nut to 285 N·m (210 ft. lbs.) (Fig. exciter ring into position.
57).
3 - 108 REAR AXLE - 9 1/4 BR/BE
PINION GEAR/RING GEAR/TONE RING (Continued)
Fig. 58 Pinion
1 - COMPANION FLANGE Fig. 59 Ring Gear Bolts
2 - TORQUE WRENCH 1 - TORQUE WRENCH
2 - RING GEAR BOLTS
3 - RING GEAR
(19) Position ring gear on the differential case and
4 - DIFFERENTIAL CASE
start two ring gear bolts. This will provide case-to-
ring gear bolt hole alignment.
(20) Invert the differential case in the vise. (23) Install axle shafts.
(21) Install new ring gear bolts and alternately (24) Install wheel and tire assemblies.
tighten to 156 N·m (115 ft. lbs.) (Fig. 59). (25) Install differential cover and fill with gear
lubricant.
CAUTION: Do not reuse the bolts that held the ring (26) Install propeller shaft wtih reference marks
gear to the differential case. The bolts can fracture aligned.
causing extensive damage. (27) Remove support and lower vehicle.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Axle Shaft Noise 1. Misaligned axle tube. 1. Inspect axle tube alignment. Correct
as necessary.
Axle Shaft Broke 1. Misaligned axle tube. 1. Replace the broken shaft after
correcting tube mis-alignment.
Differential Cracked 1. Improper adjustment of the 1. Replace case and inspect gears and
differential bearings. bearings for further damage. Set
differential bearing pre-load properly.
2. Excessive ring gear backlash. 2. Replace case and inspect gears and
bearings for further damage. Set ring
gear backlash properly.
3. Vehicle overloaded. 3. Replace case and inspect gears and
bearings for further damage. Avoid
excessive vehicle weight.
4. Erratic clutch operation. 4. Replace case and inspect gears and
bearings for further damage. Avoid
erratic use of clutch.
Differential Gears Scored 1. Insufficient lubrication. 1. Replace scored gears. Fill differential
with the correct fluid type and quantity.
Loss Of Lubricant 1. Lubricant level too high. 1. Drain lubricant to the correct level.
2. Worn axle shaft seals. 2. Replace seals.
3. Cracked differential housing. 3. Repair as necessary.
4. Worn pinion seal. 4. Replace seal.
5. Worn/scored yoke. 5. Replace yoke and seal.
6. Axle cover not properly sealed. 6. Remove, clean, and re-seal cover.
BR/BE REAR AXLE - 248RBI 3 - 113
REAR AXLE - 248RBI (Continued)
Axle Noise 1. Insufficient lubricant. 1. Fill differential with the correct fluid
type and quantity.
2. Improper ring gear and pinion 2. Check ring gear and pinion contact
adjustment. pattern. Adjust backlash or pinion depth.
3. Unmatched ring gear and pinion. 3. Replace gears with a matched ring
gear and pinion.
4. Worn teeth on ring gear and/or 4. Replace ring gear and pinion.
pinion.
5. Loose pinion bearings. 5. Adjust pinion bearing pre-load.
6. Loose differential bearings. 6. Adjust differential bearing pre-load.
7. Mis-aligned or sprung ring gear. 7. Measure ring gear run-out. Replace
components as necessary.
8. Loose differential bearing cap bolts. 8. Inspect differential components and
replace as necessary. Ensure that the
bearing caps are torqued tot he proper
specification.
9. Housing not machined properly. 9. Replace housing.
INSTALLATION
(1) Raise axle with lifting device and align to the
leaf spring centering bolts.
(2) Install spring clamps and spring brackets.
Refer to 2 Suspension for procedures.
(3) Install shock absorbers and tighten nuts to 82
N·m (60 ft. lbs.).
(4) Install RWAL sensor to the differential hous-
ing, if necessary. Refer to 5 Brakes for procedures.
(5) Install parking brake cables, cable brackets
and brake drums. Refer to 5 Brakes for procedures.
(6) Connect brake hose to axle junction block.
Refer to 5 Brakes for procedures.
(7) Install axle vent hose.
(8) Align propeller shaft and pinion yoke reference
marks. Install universal joint straps and bolts. Fig. 4 Pinion Gear ID Numbers
Tighten to 19 N·m (14 ft. lbs.). 1 - PRODUCTION NUMBERS
(9) Install the wheels and tires. 2 - PINION GEAR DEPTH VARIANCE
(10) Add gear lubricant, if necessary. Refer to 3 - GEAR MATCHING NUMBER
Lubricant Specifications for lubricant requirements.
(11) Remove lifting device from axle and lower the
vehicle.
ADJUSTMENTS
Ring and pinion gears are supplied as matched
sets only. The identifying numbers for the ring and
pinion gear are etched into the face of each gear (Fig.
4). A plus (+) number, minus (–) number or zero (0) is
etched into the face of the pinion gear. This number
is the amount (in thousandths of an inch) the depth
varies from the standard depth setting of a pinion
etched with a (0). The standard setting from the cen-
ter line of the ring gear to the back face of the pinion
is 127 mm (5.00 in.). The standard depth provides
the best gear tooth contact pattern. Refer to Back-
lash and Contact Pattern in this section for addi-
tional information.
Compensation for pinion depth variance is
achieved with a select shim/oil baffle. The shims are
placed between the rear pinion bearing and the pin-
ion gear head (Fig. 5).
If a new gear set is being installed, note the depth
variance etched into both the original and replace-
ment pinion. Add or subtract this number from the
Fig. 5 Adjustment Shim Loactions
thickness of the original depth shim/oil slinger to 1 - PINION GEAR DEPTH SHIM/OIL BAFFLE
2 - DIFFERENTIAL BEARING SHIM
compensate for the difference in the depth variances.
Refer to the Depth Variance chart.
Note where Old and New Pinion Marking columns dard. If the number is negative, add that value to the
intersect. Intersecting figure represents plus or required thickness of the depth shims. If the number
minus the amount needed. is positive, subtract that value from the thickness of
Note the etched number on the face of the pinion the depth shim. If the number is 0 no change is nec-
gear head (–1, –2, 0, +1, +2, etc.). The numbers rep- essary.
resent thousands of an inch deviation from the stan-
BR/BE REAR AXLE - 248RBI 3 - 115
REAR AXLE - 248RBI (Continued)
PINION GEAR DEPTH VARIANCE
PINION DEPTH MEASUREMENT AND ADJUSTMENT (1) Assemble Pinion Height Block 6739, Pinion
Measurements are taken with pinion bearing cups Block 6736 and rear pinion bearing onto Screw 6741
and pinion bearings installed in the housing. Take (Fig. 6).
measurements with Pinion Gauge Set and Dial Indi- (2) Insert assembled height gauge components,
cator C-3339 (Fig. 6). rear bearing and screw into the housing through pin-
ion bearing cups (Fig. 7).
(3) Install front pinion bearing and Cone-nut 6740
hand tight (Fig. 6).
1 - DIAL INDICATOR
2 - ARBOR (4) Place Arbor Disc 6732 on Arbor D-115-3 in posi-
3 - PINION HEIGHT BLOCK tion in the housing side bearing cradles (Fig. 8).
4 - CONE
5 - SCREW NOTE: Arbor Discs 6732 has different step diame-
6 - PINION BLOCK ters to fit other axles. Choose proper step for axle
7 - SCOOTER BLOCK
being serviced.
8 - ARBOR DISC
3 - 116 REAR AXLE - 248RBI BR/BE
REAR AXLE - 248RBI (Continued)
(5) Install differential bearing caps on arbor discs
and snug the bearing cap bolts. Then cross tighten
cap bolts to 108 N·m (80 ft. lbs.).
SPECIFICATIONS
REAR AXLE - 248RBI
AXLE SPECIFICATIONS
DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION
Axle Ratio 3.55, 4.10
Ring Gear Diameter 248 mm (9.75 in.)
Ring Gear Backlash 0.12-0.20 mm (0.005-0.008 in.)
Pinion Gear Standard Depth 127.0 mm (5.000 in.)
Pinion Bearing Preload - Original Bearings 1-2 N·m (10-20 in. lbs.)
Pinion Bearing Preload - New Bearings 2.3-5.1 N·m (20-45 in. lbs.)
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIAL TOOLS
REAR AXLE - 248RBI
Installer 5064
Puller 6790
Installer D-111
Wrench DD-1241-JD
BR/BE REAR AXLE - 248RBI 3 - 123
REAR AXLE - 248RBI (Continued)
Installer 8149
Puller/Press C-293-PA
Holder 6719A
Adapters C-293-37
Puller C-452
Spreader W-129-B
Handle C-4171
Remover D-158
Installer C-3718
Remover D-162
Adapters C-293-37
Installer D-111
Installer D-146
BR/BE REAR AXLE - 248RBI 3 - 125
REAR AXLE - 248RBI (Continued)
(7) Inspect bearing and seal contact surfaces on
the axle tube for burrs/roughness. Remove all the
rough contact surfaces from the axle tube.
(8) Carefully slide the hub onto the axle.
DIFFERENTIAL
REMOVAL
(1) Raise and support the vehicle.
(2) Remove the lubricant fill hole plug from the
Fig. 27 Spread Differential Housing
differential housing cover.
1 - SPREADER
(3) Remove differential housing cover and drain
2 - DIAL INDICATOR
the lubricant from the housing.
3 - DIFFERENTIAL
(4) Clean the housing cavity with a flushing oil, 4 - DIFFERENTIAL HOUSING
light engine oil or lint free cloth. Do not use water, 5 - PILOT STUD
steam, kerosene or gasoline for cleaning.
(5) Remove axle shafts.
(6) Note the orientation of the installation refer- housing pilot stud. Load the indicator plunger
ence letters stamped on the bearing caps and hous- against the opposite side of the housing (Fig. 27) and
ing machined sealing surface (Fig. 26). zero the indicator.
(7) Remove the differential bearing caps. (11) Spread the housing enough to remove the case
(8) Position Spreader W-129-B with the tool dowel from the housing. Measure the distance with the dial
pins seated in the locating holes (Fig. 27). indicator (Fig. 27).
(9) Install the hold down clamps and tighten the
CAUTION: Do not spread over 0.50 mm (0.020 in). If
tool turnbuckle finger-tight.
the housing is over-spread, it could be distorted or
(10) Install a Pilot Stud C-3288-B at the left side
damaged.
of the differential housing. Attach dial indicator to
3 - 128 REAR AXLE - 248RBI BR/BE
DIFFERENTIAL (Continued)
(12) Remove the dial indicator.
(13) Pry the differential case loose from the hous-
ing. To prevent damage, pivot on housing with the
end of the pry bar against spreader (Fig. 28).
DISASSEMBLY
(1) Remove roll-pin holding mate shaft in housing.
(2) Remove pinion gear mate shaft (Fig. 29).
(3) Rotate the differential side gears and remove
the pinion mate gears and thrust washers (Fig. 30).
(4) Remove the differential side gears and thrust
washers.
ASSEMBLY
(1) Install the differential side gears and thrust
washers.
(2) Install the pinion mate gears and thrust wash- Fig. 30 Pinion Mate/Side Gear
ers. 1 - THRUST WASHER
(3) Install the pinion gear mate shaft. 2 - SIDE GEAR
(4) Align the hole in the pinion gear mate shaft 3 - PINION MATE GEAR
with the hole in the differential case.
(5) Install and seat the pinion mate shaft roll-pin (6) Lubricate all differential components with
in the differential case and mate shaft with a punch hypoid gear lubricant.
and hammer (Fig. 31). Peen the edge of the roll-pin
hole in the differential case slightly in two places,
180° apart.
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DIFFERENTIAL (Continued)
(5) Install differential into the housing. Tap the
differential case with a rawhide/rubber hammer to
ensure the bearings are seated in housing (Fig. 32).
(6) Remove the spreader.
DIFFERENTIAL TEST
The differential can be tested without removing the
differential case by measuring rotating torque. Make
sure brakes are not dragging during this measure-
ment.
(1) Place blocks in front and rear of both front
wheels.
(2) Raise one rear wheel until it is completely off
the ground.
(3) Engine off, transmission in neutral, and park-
ing brake off.
(4) Remove wheel and bolt Special Tool 6790 or
equivalent tool to studs.
(5) Use torque wrench on special tool to rotate
wheel and read rotating torque (Fig. 35).
DISASSEMBLY
DIFFERENTIAL - TRAC-LOK (1) Clamp side gear Holding Fixture 6965 in a vise
and position the differential case on the Holding Fix-
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - TRAC-LOKY ture (Fig. 36).
The most common problem is a chatter noise when (2) Remove ring gear if the ring gear is to be
turning corners. Before removing a Trac-loky unit replaced. The Trac-loky differential can be serviced
for repair, drain, flush and refill the axle with the with the ring gear installed.
specified lubricant. A container of Mopar Trac-loky (3) Remove pinion shaft roll pin.
Lubricant (friction modifier) should be added after (4) Remove pinion shaft with a drift and hammer
repair service or during a lubricant change. (Fig. 37).
After changing the lubricant, drive the vehicle and (5) Install and lubricate Step Plate C-6960-3 (Fig.
make 10 to 12 slow, figure-eight turns. This maneu- 38).
ver will pump lubricant through the clutches. This
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DIFFERENTIAL - TRAC-LOK (Continued)
ASSEMBLY
Clean all components in cleaning solvent. Dry com-
ponents with compressed air. Inspect clutch pack
plates for wear, scoring or damage. Replace both
clutch packs if any one component in either pack is
damaged. Inspect side gears and pinions. Replace
any gear that is worn, cracked, chipped or damaged.
Inspect differential case and pinion shaft. Replace if
worn or damaged.
Lubricate each component with gear lubricant
before assembly.
(1) Assemble the clutch discs into packs and
Fig. 41 Pinion Gear Thrust Washer secure disc packs with retaining clips (Fig. 44).
1 - THRUST WASHER NOTE: New Plates and discs with fiber coating (no
2 - FEELER GAUGE
grooves or lines) must be presoaked in Friction
Modifier before assembly. Soak plates and discs for
(10) Insert Turning Bar C-6960-2 into the pinion a minimum of 20 minutes.
shaft hole in the case (Fig. 42).
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DIFFERENTIAL - TRAC-LOK (Continued)
(3) Install clutch pack and side gear in the ring
gear side of the differential case (Fig. 45). Be sure
clutch pack retaining clips remain in position
and are seated in the case pockets.
(1) Remove differential from axle housing. Fig. 50 Pinion Yoke Removal
(2) Place differential case in a suitable vise with 1 - SPECIAL TOOL C-3281
soft metal jaw protectors. (Fig. 49) 2 - YOKE
(3) Remove bolts holding ring gear to differential 3 - SPECIAL TOOL C-452
case.
(4) Using a soft hammer, drive ring gear from dif- (10) Remove the pinion gear from housing (Fig.
ferential case (Fig. 49). 51). Catch the pinion with your hand to prevent it
(5) Use a brass drift and slowly tap the exciter from falling and being damaged.
ring from the differential case. (11) Remove the pinion seal with a slide hammer
(6) Mark pinion yoke and propeller shaft for or suitable pry bar.
installation alignment. (12) Remove oil slinger, if equipped, and the front
(7) Disconnect propeller shaft from pinion yoke. pinion bearing.
Using suitable wire, tie propeller shaft to underbody. (13) Remove the front pinion bearing cup with
(8) Using Yoke Holder 6719 to hold yoke, remove Remover D-158 and Handle C–4171 (Fig. 52).
the pinion yoke nut and washer. (14) Remove the rear bearing cup from housing
(9) Using Remover C–452 and Wrench C–3281, (Fig. 53). Use Remover D-162 and Handle C–4171.
remove the pinion yoke from pinion shaft (Fig. 50). (15) Remove the collapsible preload spacer (Fig.
54)from pinion gears.
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PINION GEAR/RING GEAR/TONE RING (Continued)
INSTALLATION
(1) Apply Mopart Door Ease stick lubricant to out-
side surface of bearing cup. Install the pinion rear
bearing cup with Installer D-111 and Handle C-4171
(Fig. 56). Ensure cup is correctly seated.
(2) Apply Mopart Door Ease stick lubricant to out-
side surface of bearing cup. Install the pinion front Fig. 57 Pinion Front Bearing Cup
bearing cup with Installer D-146 and Handle C-4171 1 - INSTALLER
(Fig. 57). 2 - HANDLE
(3) Install pinion front bearing and oil slinger, if
equipped. Apply a light coating of gear lubricant on
the lip of pinion seal.
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PINION GEAR/RING GEAR/TONE RING (Continued)
(4) Install new pinion seal with an appropriate
installer (Fig. 58).
(11) Tighten pinion nut with Yoke Holder 6719, Fig. 60 Collapsible Preload
and a torque wrench set at 447 N·m (330 ft. lbs.). 1 - COLLAPSIBLE SPACER
Crush collapsible spacer until bearing end play is 2 - SHOULDER
taken up. Slowly tighten the nut in 6.8 N·m (5 ft. 3 - PINION GEAR
lbs.) increments until the rotating torque is achieved. 4 - OIL SLINGER
5 - REAR BEARING
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PINION GEAR/RING GEAR/TONE RING (Continued)
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POWR-LOKY DIFFERENTIAL
The Powr-loky clutches are engaged by two con-
current forces. The first being the preload force
exerted through Belleville spring washers within the
Fig. 3 Powr-lokY Limited Slip Differential
clutch packs. The second is the separating forces gen-
erated by the side gears as torque is applied through 1 - CASE
2 - RING GEAR
the ring gear (Fig. 3).
3 - DRIVE PINION
The Powr-loky designs provide the differential
4 - PINION GEAR
action needed for turning corners and for driving 5 - MATE SHAFT
straight ahead during periods of unequal traction. 6 - CLUTCH PACK
When one wheel looses traction, the clutch packs 7 - SIDE GEAR
transfer additional torque to the wheel having the 8 - CLUTCH PACK
most traction. The Powr-loky differential addition-
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REAR AXLE - 267RBI (Continued)
ally utilizes a ramping action supplied by the cross Axle shaft bearings produce noise and vibration
shafts to increase the force applied to the clutch when worn or damaged. The noise generally changes
packs to increase the torque supplied to the non-slip- when the bearings are loaded. Road test the vehicle.
ping wheel. Powr-loky differentials resist wheel spin Turn the vehicle sharply to the left and to the right.
on bumpy roads and provide more pulling power This will load the bearings and change the noise
when one wheel looses traction. Pulling power is pro- level. Where axle bearing damage is slight, the noise
vided continuously until both wheels loose traction. If is usually not noticeable at speeds above 30 mph.
both wheels slip due to unequal traction, operation is
normal. In extreme cases of differences of traction, LOW SPEED KNOCK
the wheel with the least traction may spin. Low speed knock is generally caused by a worn
U-joint or by worn side–gear thrust washers. A worn
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - AXLE pinion shaft bore will also cause low speed knock.
Axle Shaft Noise 1. Misaligned axle tube. 1. Inspect axle tube alignment. Correct
as necessary.
Axle Shaft Broke 1. Misaligned axle tube. 1. Replace the broken shaft after
correcting tube mis-alignment.
Differential Cracked 1. Improper adjustment of the 1. Replace case and inspect gears and
differential bearings. bearings for further damage. Set
differential bearing pre-load properly.
2. Excessive ring gear backlash. 2. Replace case and inspect gears and
bearings for further damage. Set ring
gear backlash properly.
3. Vehicle overloaded. 3. Replace case and inspect gears and
bearings for further damage. Avoid
excessive vehicle weight.
4. Erratic clutch operation. 4. Replace case and inspect gears and
bearings for further damage. Avoid
erratic use of clutch.
Differential Gears Scored 1. Insufficient lubrication. 1. Replace scored gears. Fill differential
with the correct fluid type and quantity.
Loss Of Lubricant 1. Lubricant level too high. 1. Drain lubricant to the correct level.
2. Worn axle shaft seals. 2. Replace seals.
3. Cracked differential housing. 3. Repair as necessary.
4. Worn pinion seal. 4. Replace seal.
5. Worn/scored yoke. 5. Replace yoke and seal.
6. Axle cover not properly sealed. 6. Remove, clean, and re-seal cover.
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REAR AXLE - 267RBI (Continued)
Axle Noise 1. Insufficient lubricant. 1. Fill differential with the correct fluid
type and quantity.
2. Improper ring gear and pinion 2. Check ring gear and pinion contact
adjustment. pattern. Adjust backlash or pinion depth.
3. Unmatched ring gear and pinion. 3. Replace gears with a matched ring
gear and pinion.
4. Worn teeth on ring gear and/or 4. Replace ring gear and pinion.
pinion.
5. Loose pinion bearings. 5. Adjust pinion bearing pre-load.
6. Loose differential bearings. 6. Adjust differential bearing pre-load.
7. Mis-aligned or sprung ring gear. 7. Measure ring gear run-out. Replace
components as necessary.
8. Loose differential bearing cap bolts. 8. Inspect differential components and
replace as necessary. Ensure that the
bearing caps are torqued tot he proper
specification.
9. Housing not machined properly. 9. Replace housing.
INSTALLATION
(1) Raise axle with lifting device and align to the
leaf spring centering bolts.
(2) Install spring clamps and spring brackets.
Refer to 2 Suspension for procedures.
(3) Install shock absorbers and tighten nuts to 82
N·m (60 ft. lbs.).
(4) Install RWAL sensor to the differential hous-
ing, if necessary. Refer to 5 Brakes for procedures.
(5) Install parking brake cables, cable brackets
and brake drums. Refer to 5 Brakes for procedures.
(6) Connect brake hose to axle junction block.
Refer to 5 Brakes for procedures.
(7) Install axle vent hose.
(8) Align propeller shaft and pinion yoke reference
marks. Install universal joint straps and bolts. Fig. 4 Pinion Gear ID Numbers
Tighten to 19 N·m (14 ft. lbs.). 1 - PRODUCTION NUMBERS
(9) Install the wheels and tires. 2 - PINION GEAR DEPTH VARIANCE
(10) Add gear lubricant, if necessary. Refer to 3 - GEAR MATCHING NUMBER
Lubricant Specifications for lubricant requirements.
(11) Remove lifting device from axle and lower the
vehicle.
ADJUSTMENTS
Ring and pinion gears are supplied as matched
sets only. The identifying numbers for the ring and
pinion gear are etched into the face of each gear (Fig.
4). A plus (+) number, minus (–) number or zero (0) is
etched into the face of the pinion gear. This number
is the amount (in thousandths of an inch) the depth
varies from the standard depth setting of a pinion
etched with a (0). The standard setting from the cen-
ter line of the ring gear to the back face of the pinion
is 136.53 mm (5.375 in.). The standard depth pro-
vides the best gear tooth contact pattern. Refer to
Backlash and Contact Pattern in this section for
additional information.
Compensation for pinion depth variance is
achieved with a select shim/oil baffle. The shims are
placed between the rear pinion bearing and the pin-
ion gear head (Fig. 5).
If a new gear set is being installed, note the depth
variance etched into both the original and replace-
ment pinion. Add or subtract this number from the
Fig. 5 Adjustment Shim Loactions
thickness of the original depth shim/oil slinger to 1 - PINION GEAR DEPTH SHIM/OIL BAFFLE
2 - DIFFERENTIAL BEARING SHIM
compensate for the difference in the depth variances.
Refer to the Depth Variance chart.
Note where Old and New Pinion Marking columns dard. If the number is negative, add that value to the
intersect. Intersecting figure represents plus or required thickness of the depth shims. If the number
minus the amount needed. is positive, subtract that value from the thickness of
Note the etched number on the face of the pinion the depth shim. If the number is 0 no change is nec-
gear head (–1, –2, 0, +1, +2, etc.). The numbers rep- essary.
resent thousands of an inch deviation from the stan-
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REAR AXLE - 267RBI (Continued)
PINION GEAR DEPTH VARIANCE
PINION DEPTH MEASUREMENT AND ADJUSTMENT (1) Assemble Pinion Height Block 6739, Pinion
Measurements are taken with pinion bearing cups Block 6737 and rear pinion bearing onto Screw 6741
and pinion bearings installed in the housing. Take (Fig. 6).
measurements with Pinion Gauge Set and Dial Indi- (2) Insert assembled height gauge components,
cator C-3339 (Fig. 6). rear bearing and screw into the housing through pin-
ion bearing cups (Fig. 7).
(3) Install front pinion bearing and Cone-nut 6740
hand tight (Fig. 6).
1 - DIAL INDICATOR
2 - ARBOR (4) Place Arbor Disc 6732 on Arbor D-115-3 in posi-
3 - PINION HEIGHT BLOCK tion in the housing side bearing cradles (Fig. 8).
4 - CONE
5 - SCREW NOTE: Arbor Discs 6732 has different step diame-
6 - PINION BLOCK ters to fit other axles. Choose proper step for axle
7 - SCOOTER BLOCK
being serviced.
8 - ARBOR DISC
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REAR AXLE - 267RBI (Continued)
(5) Install differential bearing caps on arbor discs
and snug the bearing cap bolts. Then cross tighten
cap bolts to 108 N·m (80 ft. lbs.).
SPECIFICATIONS
REAR AXLE - 267RBI
AXLE SPECIFICATIONS
DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION
Axle Ratio 3.55, 4.10
Ring Gear Diameter 267 mm (10.50 in.)
Ring Gear Backlash 0.12-0.20 mm (0.005-0.008 in.)
Pinion Gear Standard. Depth 136.53 mm (5.375 in.)
Pinion Bearing Preload - Original Bearings 1-2 N·m (10-20 in. lbs.)
Pinion Bearing Preload - New Bearings 2.3-5.1 N·m (20-45 in. lbs.)
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIAL TOOLS
REAR AXLE - 267RBI
Installer 5064
Puller 6790
Installer 8149
Wrench DD-1241-JD
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REAR AXLE - 267RBI (Continued)
Spreader W-129-B
Handle C-4171
Fixture 6963-A
Dial Indicator C-3339
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REAR AXLE - 267RBI (Continued)
Remover D-158
Installer C-3718
Remover D-162
Adapters C-293-62
Installer D-111
Installer D-146
PINION SEAL
AXLE BEARINGS
REMOVAL
REMOVAL (1) Raise and support the vehicle.
(1) Remove wheel and tire assembly. (2) Scribe a mark on the universal joint, pinion
(2) Remove brake drum. yoke, and pinion shaft for reference.
(3) Remove the axle shaft. (3) Disconnect the propeller shaft from the pinion
(4) Remove the lock wedge and adjustment nut. yoke. Secure the propeller shaft in an upright posi-
Use Socket DD-1241–JD to remove the adjustment tion to prevent damage to the rear universal joint.
nut. (4) Remove the wheel and tire assemblies.
(5) Remove the hub assembly. The outer axle bear- (5) Remove the brake drums to prevent any drag.
ing will slide out as the hub is being removed. The drag may cause a false bearing preload torque
(6) Remove inner grease seal and discard. Use measurement.
Installer 5064 and Handle C-4171 to drive grease (6) Rotate the pinion yoke three or four times.
seal and inner axle bearing from the hub. (7) Measure the amount of torque necessary to
(7) Remove the bearing cups from the hub bore. rotate the pinion gear with a (in. lbs.) dial-type
Use a brass drift, or an appropriate removal tool, to torque wrench. Record the torque reading for instal-
tap out the cups. lation reference.
(8) Hold the yoke with Wrench 6719. Remove the
INSTALLATION pinion shaft nut and washer.
(1) Thoroughly clean both axle bearings and inte- (9) Remove the yoke with Remover C-452 (Fig. 22).
rior of the hub with an appropriate cleaning solvent.
(2) Install bearing cups with Installer 8151 and
Handle C-4171.
(3) Pack inner and outer bearings with
Mopar wheel bearing grease or equivalent.
(4) Apply grease to inner and outer bearing cup
surfaces.
(5) Install inner axle bearing in the hub.
(6) Install new grease seal in hub with Installer
8149 and Handle C-4171.
(7) Inspect bearing and seal contact surfaces on
the axle tube for burrs/roughness. Remove all the
rough contact surfaces from the axle tube.
(8) Carefully slide the hub onto the axle.
INSTALLATION
(1) Clean the seal contact surface in the housing
bore.
(2) Examine the splines on the pinion shaft for
burrs or wear. Remove any burrs and clean the shaft.
DIFFERENTIAL
REMOVAL
(1) Raise and support the vehicle.
(2) Remove the lubricant fill hole plug from the Fig. 27 Spread Differential Housing
differential housing cover. 1 - SPREADER
(3) Remove differential housing cover and drain 2 - DIAL INDICATOR
the lubricant from the housing. 3 - DIFFERENTIAL
(4) Clean the housing cavity with a flushing oil, 4 - DIFFERENTIAL HOUSING
light engine oil or lint free cloth. Do not use water, 5 - PILOT STUD
steam, kerosene or gasoline for cleaning.
(5) Remove axle shafts. (10) Install a Pilot Stud C-3288-B at the left side
(6) Note the orientation of the installation refer- of the differential housing. Attach dial indicator to
ence letters stamped on the bearing caps and hous- housing pilot stud. Load the indicator plunger
ing machined sealing surface (Fig. 26). against the opposite side of the housing (Fig. 27) and
zero the indicator.
(11) Spread the housing enough to remove the case
from the housing. Measure the distance with the dial
indicator (Fig. 27).
INSTALLATION
NOTE: If replacement differential bearings or differ-
ential case are being installed, differential side
bearing shim requirements may change. Refer to
Adjustments (Differential Bearing Preload and Gear
Backlash) procedures to determine proper shim
Fig. 29 Pinion Mate Shaft selection.
1 - PINION MATE GEAR
2 - PINION MATE SHAFT (1) Position Spreader W-129-B with the tool dowel
3 - SIDE GEAR pins seated in the locating holes. Install the hold
4 - DRIFT down clamps and tighten the tool turnbuckle finger-
tight.
(2) Install a Pilot Stud C-3288-B at the left side of
ASSEMBLY the differential housing and attach dial indicator to
(1) Install the differential side gears and thrust the pilot stud. Load the indicator plunger against the
washers. opposite side of the housing and zero the dial indica-
(2) Install the pinion mate gears and thrust wash- tor.
ers.
(3) Install the pinion gear mate shaft.
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DIFFERENTIAL (Continued)
ASSEMBLY
The Powr-Loky differential has a two-piece cross
shaft and uses 2 disc and 3 plates for each clutch
pack. One plate and one disc in each clutch pack is
dished.
BEARINGS
INSTALLATION
REMOVAL (1) Using tool C-4190 with handle C-4171, install
(1) Remove differential case from axle housing. differential side bearings (Fig. 44).
(2) Remove bearings from the differential case (2) Install differential case in axle housing.
with Puller/Press C-293-PA, Adapters C-293-62 and
Step Plate 8139-2 (Fig. 43).
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DIFFERENTIAL CASE BEARINGS (Continued)
(1) Remove differential from axle housing. Fig. 46 Pinion Yoke Removal
(2) Place differential case in a vise with soft metal 1 - WRENCH
jaw protectors. (Fig. 45) 2 - YOKE
(3) Remove bolts holding ring gear to differential 3 - REMOVER
case.
(4) Drive ring gear from differential case with a (11) Remove pinion seal with a slide hammer or
soft hammer (Fig. 45). pry bar.
(5) Use a brass drift and slowly tap the exciter (12) Remove oil slinger, if equipped, and the front
ring from the differential case. pinion bearing.
(6) Mark pinion yoke and propeller shaft for (13) Remove front pinion bearing cup with
installation alignment. Remover D-158 and Handle C–4171 (Fig. 48).
(7) Disconnect propeller shaft from pinion yoke. (14) Remove rear bearing cup with Remover D-162
Tie propeller shaft to underbody. and Handle C-4171 (Fig. 49).
(8) Using Yoke Holder 6719 to hold yoke, remove (15) Remove rear bearing from the pinion with
pinion yoke nut and washer. Puller/Press C-293-PA and Adapters C-293-37 (Fig.
(9) Remove pinion yoke from pinion with Remover 50).
C-452 and Wrench C-3281, shaft (Fig. 46). Place 4 adapter blocks so they do not damage
(10) Remove pinion gear from housing (Fig. 47). the bearing cage.
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PINION GEAR/RING GEAR/TONE RING (Continued)
INSTALLATION
(16) Remove the pinion depth shims from the pin- (1) Apply Mopar Door Ease stick lubricant to out-
ion gear shaft. Record the total thickness of the side surface of bearing cup. Install the pinion rear
depth shims. bearing cup with Installer C-111 and Handle C-4171
(Fig. 51) and verify cup is seated.
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PINION GEAR/RING GEAR/TONE RING (Continued)
NOTE: Pinion depth shims are placed between the
rear pinion bearing cone and pinion gear to achieve
proper ring and pinion gear mesh. If ring and pinion
gears are reused, the pinion depth shim should not
require replacement. If the ring and pinion gears are
replaced refer to Adjustments (Pinion Gear Depth )
to select the proper thickness shim.
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REAR AXLE - 286RBI sensor and the wire harness connector. The seal must
be in place when the wire connector is connected to
the sensor. The RWAL brake exciter ring is press-fit-
DESCRIPTION
ted onto the differential case against the ring gear
The 286 Rear Beam-design Iron (RBI) axle hous-
flange.
ings consist of an iron center casting (differential
The differential case for the standard differential is
housing) with axle shaft tubes extending from either
a one-piece design. The differential pinion mate shaft
side. The tubes are pressed in to form a one-piece
is retained with a roll pin. Differential bearing pre-
axle housing.
load and ring gear backlash are adjusted by the use
The integral type housing, hypoid gear design has
of shims located between the differential bearing
the centerline of the pinion set below the centerline
cones and case. Pinion bearing preload is set and
of the ring gear.
maintained by the use of solid shims.
The axles are equipped with full-floating axle
Axles equipped with a Trac-Loky differential are
shafts, meaning that loads are supported by the axle
optional for the 286 RBI axle. A Trac-loky differen-
housing tubes. The full-float axle shafts are retained
tial contains two clutch packs, four pinion gears, and
by bolts attached to the hub. The hub rides on two
a one-piece pinion mate cross shaft to provide
bearings at the outboard end of the axle tube. The
increased torque to the non-slipping wheel in addi-
axle shafts can be removed without disturbing or
tion to the standard differential components. A Trac-
removing the wheel bearings. The wheel bearings are
loky differential for the 286 RBI axle has a two-piece
opposed tapered roller bearings and are contained in
differential case.
the hub assembly.
The removable, stamped steel cover provides a
means for inspection and service without removing
OPERATION
the complete axle from the vehicle. A small, stamped
metal axle gear ratio identification tag is attached to
STANDARD DIFFERENTIAL
The axle receives power from the transmission/
the housing cover via one of the cover bolts. This tag
transfer case through the rear propeller shaft. The
also identifies the number of ring and pinion teeth.
rear propeller shaft is connected to the pinion gear
The rear wheel anti-lock (RWAL) brake speed sen-
which rotates the differential through the gear mesh
sor is attached to the top, forward exterior of the dif-
with the ring gear bolted to the differential case. The
ferential housing. A seal is located between the
engine power is transmitted to the axle shafts
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REAR AXLE - 286RBI (Continued)
through the pinion mate and side gears. The side
gears are splined to the axle shafts.
During straight-ahead driving, the differential pin-
ion gears do not rotate on the pinion mate shaft. This
occurs because input torque applied to the gears is
divided and distributed equally between the two side
gears. As a result, the pinion gears revolve with the
pinion mate shaft but do not rotate around it (Fig. 1).
TRAC-LOKY DIFFERENTIAL
The Trac-loky clutches are engaged by two concur-
rent forces. The first being the preload force exerted
through Belleville spring washers within the clutch
Fig. 3 Trac-lokY Limited Slip Differential
packs. The second is the separating forces generated
by the side gears as torque is applied through the 1 - CASE
2 - RING GEAR
ring gear (Fig. 3).
3 - DRIVE PINION
The Trac-loky design provides the differential
4 - PINION GEAR
action needed for turning corners and for driving 5 - MATE SHAFT
straight ahead during periods of unequal traction. 6 - CLUTCH PACK
When one wheel looses traction, the clutch packs 7 - SIDE GEAR
transfer additional torque to the wheel having the 8 - CLUTCH PACK
most traction. Trac-loky differentials resist wheel spin
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REAR AXLE - 286RBI (Continued)
on bumpy roads and provide more pulling power when when the bearings are loaded. Road test the vehicle.
one wheel looses traction. Pulling power is provided Turn the vehicle sharply to the left and to the right.
continuously until both wheels loose traction. If both This will load the bearings and change the noise
wheels slip due to unequal traction, Trac-loky opera- level. Where axle bearing damage is slight, the noise
tion is normal. In extreme cases of differences of trac- is usually not noticeable at speeds above 30 mph.
tion, the wheel with the least traction may spin.
LOW SPEED KNOCK
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - AXLE Low speed knock is generally caused by a worn
U-joint or by worn side–gear thrust washers. A worn
GEAR NOISE pinion shaft bore will also cause low speed knock.
Axle gear noise can be caused by insufficient lubri-
cant, incorrect backlash, incorrect pinion depth, tooth VIBRATION
contact, worn/damaged gears, or the carrier housing Vibration at the rear of the vehicle is usually
not having the proper offset and squareness. caused by a:
Gear noise usually happens at a specific speed • Damaged drive shaft.
range. The noise can also occur during a specific type • Missing drive shaft balance weight(s).
of driving condition. These conditions are accelera- • Worn or out-of-balance wheels.
tion, deceleration, coast, or constant load. • Loose wheel lug nuts.
When road testing, first warm-up the axle fluid by • Worn U-joint(s).
driving the vehicle at least 5 miles and then acceler- • Loose/broken springs.
ate the vehicle to the speed range where the noise is • Damaged axle shaft bearing(s).
the greatest. Shift out-of-gear and coast through the • Loose pinion gear nut.
peak-noise range. If the noise stops or changes • Excessive pinion yoke run out.
greatly: • Bent axle shaft(s).
• Check for insufficient lubricant. Check for loose or damaged front-end components
• Incorrect ring gear backlash. or engine/transmission mounts. These components
• Gear damage. can contribute to what appears to be a rearend vibra-
Differential side gears and pinions can be checked tion. Do not overlook engine accessories, brackets
by turning the vehicle. They usually do not cause and drive belts.
noise during straight-ahead driving when the gears All driveline components should be examined
are unloaded. The side gears are loaded during vehi- before starting any repair.
cle turns. A worn pinion shaft can also cause a snap- (Refer to 22 - TIRES/WHEELS - DIAGNOSIS AND
ping or a knocking noise. TESTING)
Axle Shaft Noise 1. Misaligned axle tube. 1. Inspect axle tube alignment. Correct
as necessary.
Axle Shaft Broke 1. Misaligned axle tube. 1. Replace the broken shaft after
correcting tube mis-alignment.
Differential Cracked 1. Improper adjustment of the 1. Replace case and inspect gears and
differential bearings. bearings for further damage. Set
differential bearing pre-load properly.
2. Excessive ring gear backlash. 2. Replace case and inspect gears and
bearings for further damage. Set ring
gear backlash properly.
3. Vehicle overloaded. 3. Replace case and inspect gears and
bearings for further damage. Avoid
excessive vehicle weight.
4. Erratic clutch operation. 4. Replace case and inspect gears and
bearings for further damage. Avoid
erratic use of clutch.
Differential Gears Scored 1. Insufficient lubrication. 1. Replace scored gears. Fill differential
with the correct fluid type and quantity.
Loss Of Lubricant 1. Lubricant level too high. 1. Drain lubricant to the correct level.
2. Worn axle shaft seals. 2. Replace seals.
3. Cracked differential housing. 3. Repair as necessary.
4. Worn pinion seal. 4. Replace seal.
5. Worn/scored yoke. 5. Replace yoke and seal.
6. Axle cover not properly sealed. 6. Remove, clean, and re-seal cover.
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REAR AXLE - 286RBI (Continued)
Axle Noise 1. Insufficient lubricant. 1. Fill differential with the correct fluid
type and quantity.
2. Improper ring gear and pinion 2. Check ring gear and pinion contact
adjustment. pattern. Adjust backlash or pinion depth.
3. Unmatched ring gear and pinion. 3. Replace gears with a matched ring
gear and pinion.
4. Worn teeth on ring gear and/or 4. Replace ring gear and pinion.
pinion.
5. Loose pinion bearings. 5. Adjust pinion bearing pre-load.
6. Loose differential bearings. 6. Adjust differential bearing pre-load.
7. Mis-aligned or sprung ring gear. 7. Measure ring gear run-out. Replace
components as necessary.
8. Loose differential bearing cap bolts. 8. Inspect differential components and
replace as necessary. Ensure that the
bearing caps are torqued tot he proper
specification.
9. Housing not machined properly. 9. Replace housing.
INSTALLATION
(1) Raise the axle with lifting device and align to
the leaf spring centering bolts.
(2) Install the spring clamps and spring brackets.
Refer to 2 Suspension for procedures.
(3) Install shock absorbers and tighten nuts to 82
N·m (60 ft. lbs.).
(4) Install the RWAL sensor to the differential
housing, if necessary. Refer to 5 Brakes for proce-
dures.
(5) Connect the parking brake cables and cable
brackets.
(6) Install the brake drums. Refer to 5 Brakes for
procedures.
(7) Connect the brake hose to the axle junction
block. Refer to 5 Brakes for procedures. Fig. 4 Pinion Gear ID Numbers
(8) Install axle vent hose. 1 - PRODUCTION NUMBERS
(9) Align propeller shaft and pinion companion 2 - PINION GEAR DEPTH VARIANCE
flange reference marks. Install the companion flange 3 - GEAR MATCHING NUMBER
bolts. Tighten to 108 N·m (80 ft. lbs.).
(10) Install the wheels and tires.
(11) Add gear lubricant, if necessary. Refer to
Specifications for lubricant requirements.
(12) Remove lifting device from axle and lower the
vehicle.
ADJUSTMENTS
Ring and pinion gears are supplied as matched
sets only. The identifying numbers for the ring and
pinion gear are etched into the face of each gear (Fig.
4). A plus (+) number, minus (–) number or zero (0) is
etched into the face of the pinion gear. This number
is the amount (in thousandths of an inch) the depth
varies from the standard depth setting of a pinion
etched with a (0). The standard setting from the cen-
ter line of the ring gear to the back face of the pinion
is 147.625 mm (5.812 in.). The standard depth pro-
vides the best teeth contact pattern. Refer to Back-
lash and Contact Pattern Analysis Paragraph in this
section for additional information.
Compensation for pinion depth variance is
achieved with select shims. The shims are placed
under the inner pinion bearing cone (Fig. 5). Fig. 5 Adjustment Shim Locations
If a new gear set is being installed, note the depth 1 - PINION BEARING PRELOAD SHIM
variance etched into both the original and replace- 2 - DIFFERENTIAL BEARING SHIM
ment pinion gear. Add or subtract the thickness of 3 - PINION GEAR DEPTH SHIM
the original depth shims to compensate for the differ-
ence in the depth variances. Refer to the Depth Vari-
dard. If the number is negative, add that value to the
ance charts.
required thickness of the depth shim(s). If the num-
Note where Old and New Pinion Marking columns
ber is positive, subtract that value from the thickness
intersect. Intersecting figure represents plus or
of the depth shim(s). If the number is 0 no change is
minus amount needed.
necessary. Refer to the Pinion Gear Depth Variance
Note the etched number on the face of the drive
Chart.
pinion gear (–1, –2, 0, +1, +2, etc.). The numbers rep-
resent thousands of an inch deviation from the stan-
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REAR AXLE - 286RBI (Continued)
PINION GEAR DEPTH VARIANCE
PINION DEPTH MEASUREMENT AND ADJUSTMENT (1) Assemble Pinion Height Block 6739, Pinion
Measurements are taken with pinion cups and pin- Block 6738 and rear pinion bearing onto Screw 6741
ion bearings installed in housing. Take measure- (Fig. 6).
ments with a Pinion Gauge Set 6730 and Dial (2) Insert assembled height gauge components,
Indicator C-3339 (Fig. 6). rear bearing and screw into the housing through pin-
ion bearing cups (Fig. 7).
(3) Install front pinion bearing and Cone 6740
hand tight (Fig. 6).
1 - DIAL INDICATOR
2 - ARBOR (4) Place Arbor Disc 6732 on Arbor D-115-3 in posi-
3 - PINION HEIGHT BLOCK tion in the housing side bearing cradles (Fig. 8).
4 - CONE Install differential bearing caps on Arbor Discs and
5 - SCREW snug the bearing cap bolts. Then tighten cap bolts in
6 - PINION BLOCK
a criss-cross pattern to 108 N·m (80 ft. lbs.).
7 - SCOOTER BLOCK
8 - ARBOR DISC
NOTE: Arbor Discs 6732 have different step diame-
ters to fit other axle sizes. Pick correct size step for
axle being serviced.
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REAR AXLE - 286RBI (Continued)
(5) Assemble Dial Indicator C-3339 into Scooter DIFFERENTIAL BEARING PRELOAD AND GEAR
Block D-115-2 and secure set screw. BACKLASH
(6) Place Scooter Block/Dial Indicator in position Differential side bearing preload and gear backlash
in the housing so dial probe and scooter block are is achieved by selective shims positioned behind the
flush against the surface of the pinion height block. differential side bearing cones. The proper shim
Hold scooter block in place and zero the dial indica- thickness can be determined using slip-fit dummy
tor face to the pointer. Tighten dial indicator face bearings D-346 in place of the differential side bear-
lock screw. ings and a dial indicator C-3339. Before proceeding
(7) With scooter block still in position against the with the differential bearing preload and gear back-
pinion height block, slowly slide the dial indicator lash measurements, measure the pinion gear depth
probe over the edge of the pinion height block. and prepare the pinion gear for installation. Estab-
Observe how many revolutions counterclockwise the lishing proper pinion gear depth is essential to estab-
dial pointer travels (approximately 0.125 in.) to the lishing gear backlash and tooth contact patterns.
out-stop of the dial indicator. After the overall shim thickness to take up differen-
(8) Slide the dial indicator probe across the gap tial side play is measured, the pinion gear is
between the pinion height block and the arbor bar installed, and the gear backlash shim thickness is
with the scooter block against the pinion height block measured. The overall shim thickness is the total of
(Fig. 9). When the dial probe contacts the arbor bar, the dial indicator reading and the preload specifica-
the dial pointer will turn clockwise. Bring dial tion added together. The gear backlash measurement
pointer back to zero against the arbor bar, do not determines the thickness of the shim used on the
turn dial face. Continue moving the dial probe to the ring gear side of the differential case. Subtract the
crest of the arbor bar and record the highest reading. gear backlash shim thickness from the total overall
If the dial indicator can not achieve the zero reading, shim thickness and select that amount for the pinion
the rear bearing cup or the pinion depth gauge set is gear side of the differential (Fig. 10). Differential
not installed correctly. shim measurements are performed with axle
(9) Select a shim equal to the dial indicator read- spreader W-129-B removed.
ing plus the drive pinion gear depth variance number
etched in the face of the pinion gear (Fig. 4) using SHIM SELECTION
the opposite sign on the variance number. For exam-
ple, if the depth variance is –2, add +0.002 in. to the NOTE: It is difficult to salvage the differential side
dial indicator reading. bearings during the removal procedure. Install
(10) Remove the pinion depth gauge components replacement bearings if necessary.
from the axle housing
(1) Remove differential side bearings from differ-
ential case.
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REAR AXLE - 286RBI (Continued)
(7) Using a dead-blow hammer, seat the differen-
tial dummy bearings to each side of the housing (Fig.
12) and (Fig. 13).
(12) Add 0.254mm (0.010 in.) to the zero end play Fig. 17 Differential Case and Dial Indicator
total. This total represents the thickness of shims to 1 - DIAL INDICATOR FACE
preload the new bearings when the differential is 2 - DIFFERENTIAL CASE TO PINION GEAR SIDE
3 - PINION GEAR
installed.
4 - DIFFERENTIAL HOUSING
(13) Rotate dial indicator out of the way on the 5 - DIFFERENTIAL CASE
pilot stud.
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REAR AXLE - 286RBI (Continued)
(21) Push and hold differential case to ring gear (29) Install differential case in the housing.
side of the housing and record dial indicator reading (30) Remove spreader from the housing.
(Fig. 18). (31) Rotate the differential case several times to
seat the side bearings.
(32) Position the indicator plunger against a ring
gear tooth (Fig. 19).
(33) Push and hold ring gear upward while not
allowing the pinion gear to rotate.
(34) Zero dial indicator face to pointer.
(35) Push and hold ring gear downward while not
allowing the pinion gear to rotate. Dial indicator
reading should be between 0.12 mm (0.005 in.) and
0.20 mm (0.008 in.). If backlash is not within specifi-
cations transfer the necessary amount of shim thick-
ness from one side of the axle housing to the other
(Fig. 20).
(36) Verify differential case and ring gear runout
by measuring ring to pinion gear backlash at several
locations around the ring gear. Readings should not
vary more than 0.05 mm (0.002 in.). If readings vary
Fig. 18 Differential Case and Dial Indicator
more than specified, the ring gear or the differential
1 - DIAL INDICATOR case is defective.
2 - DIFFERENTIAL CASE TO RING GEAR SIDE
After the proper backlash is achieved, perform
3 - PINION GEAR
4 - DIFFERENTIAL HOUSING
Gear Contact Pattern Analysis procedure.
5 - DIFFERENTIAL CASE
SPECIFICATIONS
REAR AXLE - 286RBI
AXLE SPECIFICATIONS
DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION
Axle Ratio 3.55, 4.10
Ring Gear Diameter 286 mm (11.25 in.)
Ring Gear Backlash 0.12-0.20 mm (0.005-0.008 in.)
Pinion Gear Standard Depth 147.625 mm (5.812 in.)
Pinion Bearing Preload - Original Bearings 1-2 N·m (10-20 in. lbs.)
Pinion Bearing Preload - New Bearings 2.8-5.1 N·m (25-45 in. lbs.)
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIAL TOOLS
REAR AXLE - 286 RBI
Installer 5064
Installer C-4308
Wrench DD-1241-JD
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REAR AXLE - 286RBI (Continued)
Puller C-452
Wrench C-3281
Bridge 938
Handle C-4171
Installer C-4308
Installer D-191
Installer C-4204
Installer D-389
Remover C-4307
Spreader W-129-B
Remover D-159
Pilot Studs C-3288-B
Installer D-187-B
BR/BE REAR AXLE - 286RBI 3 - 185
AXLE SHAFTS (9) Install the hub bearing adjustment nut. Use
Socket DD-1241–JD to install the adjustment nut.
(10) Tighten the adjustment nut to 163-190 N·m
REMOVAL
(120-140 ft. lbs.) while rotating the wheel.
(1) Remove the axle shaft flange bolts.
(11) Loosen the adjustment nut 1/8 of-a-turn to
(2) Slide the axle shaft out from the axle tube.
provide 0.001-inch to 0.010-inch wheel bearing end
play.
INSTALLATION (12) Tap the locking wedge into the spindle key-
(1) Clean the gasket contact surface area on the way and adjustment nut. Try to ensure that the lock-
flange with an appropriate solvent. Install a new ing wedge is installed into a new position in the
flange gasket and slide the axle shaft into the tube. adjustment nut.
(2) Install the bolts and tighten to 129 N·m (95 ft. (13) Install the axle shaft.
lbs.). (14) Install the brake drum.
(15) Install the wheel and tire assembly.
AXLE BEARINGS
PINION SEAL
REMOVAL
(1) Remove wheel and tire assembly. REMOVAL
(2) Remove brake drum.
(1) Raise and support the vehicle.
(3) Remove the axle shaft.
(2) Scribe a mark on the universal joint, pinion
(4) Remove the lock wedge and adjustment nut.
yoke, and pinion shaft for reference.
Use Socket DD-1241–JD to remove the adjustment
(3) Disconnect the propeller shaft from the pinion
nut.
yoke. Secure the propeller shaft in an upright posi-
(5) Remove the hub assembly. The outer axle bear-
tion to prevent damage to the rear universal joint.
ing will slide out as the hub is being removed.
(4) Remove the wheel and tire assemblies.
(6) Remove inner grease seal and discard. Use
(5) Remove the brake drums to prevent any drag.
Installer 5064 and Handle C-4171 to drive grease
The drag may cause a false bearing preload torque
seal and inner axle bearing from the hub.
measurement.
(7) Remove the bearing cups from the hub bore.
(6) Rotate the pinion yoke three or four times.
Use a brass drift, or an appropriate removal tool, to
(7) Measure the amount of torque necessary to
tap out the cups.
rotate the pinion gear with a (in. lbs.) dial-type
torque wrench. Record the torque reading for instal-
INSTALLATION lation reference.
(1) Thoroughly clean both axle bearings and inte- (8) Hold the yoke with Wrench 6719. Remove the
rior of the hub with an appropriate cleaning solvent. pinion shaft nut and washer.
(2) Install the bearing cups. Use Installer 8153 (9) Remove the yoke with Remover C-452 (Fig. 22).
and Handle C-4171 to install the bearing cups. (10) Remove the pinion shaft seal with suitable
(3) Apply lubricant to surface area of the bearing pry tool or slide-hammer mounted screw.
cup.
(4) Install the inner axle bearing in the hub. INSTALLATION
(5) Install a new bearing grease seal. Use Installer (1) Clean the seal contact surface in the housing
8152 and Handle C-4171 to install the grease seal. bore.
(6) Inspect the bearing and seal contact surfaces (2) Examine the splines on the pinion shaft for
on the axle tube spindle for burrs and/or roughness. burrs or wear. Remove any burrs and clean the shaft.
Remove all the rough contact surfaces from the axle (3) Inspect pinion yoke for cracks, worn splines
spindle. Apply a coating of multi-purpose NLGI, and worn seal contact surface. Replace yoke if neces-
grade 2, EP-type lubricant to the axle. sary.
CAUTION: Use care to prevent the bearing grease NOTE: The outer perimeter of the seal is pre-coated
seal from contacting the axle tube spindle threads with a special sealant. An additional application of
during installation. Otherwise, the seal could be sealant is not required.
damaged.
(4) Apply a light coating of gear lubricant on the
(7) Carefully slide the hub onto the axle. lip of pinion seal.
(8) Install the outer axle bearing. (5) Install new pinion shaft seal with an appropri-
ate Installer.
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PINION SEAL (Continued)
DIFFERENTIAL
REMOVAL
(1) Raise and support the vehicle.
(2) Remove the lubricant fill hole plug from the
differential housing cover.
(3) Remove differential housing cover and drain
the lubricant from the housing.
(4) Clean the housing cavity with a flushing oil,
light engine oil or lint free cloth. Do not use water,
steam, kerosene or gasoline for cleaning.
(5) Remove axle shafts.
(6) Note the orientation of the installation refer- Fig. 27 Spread Differential Housing
ence letters stamped on the bearing caps and hous- 1 - SPREADER
ing machined sealing surface (Fig. 26). 2 - DIAL INDICATOR
3 - DIFFERENTIAL
(7) Remove the differential bearing caps.
4 - DIFFERENTIAL HOUSING
(8) Position Spreader W-129-B with the tool dowel
5 - PILOT STUD
pins seated in the locating holes (Fig. 27).
(9) Install the hold down clamps and tighten the
tool turnbuckle finger-tight. CAUTION: Do not spread over 0.50 mm (0.020 in). If
(10) Install a Pilot Stud C-3288-B at the left side the housing is over-spread, it could be distorted or
of the differential housing. Attach dial indicator to damaged.
housing pilot stud. Load the indicator plunger
against the opposite side of the housing (Fig. 27) and (12) Remove the dial indicator.
zero the indicator. (13) Pry the differential case loose from the hous-
(11) Spread the housing enough to remove the case ing. To prevent damage, pivot on housing with the
from the housing. Measure the distance with the dial end of the pry bar against spreader (Fig. 28).
indicator (Fig. 27). (14) Remove the case from housing. Tag bearing
cups to indicate their location.
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DIFFERENTIAL (Continued)
INSTALLATION
NOTE: If replacement differential bearings or differ-
ential case are being installed, differential side
Fig. 29 Pinion Mate Shaft
bearing shim requirements may change. Refer to
1 - PINION MATE GEAR
Adjustments (Differential Bearing Preload and Gear
2 - PINION MATE SHAFT
Backlash) procedures to determine proper shim
3 - SIDE GEAR
4 - DRIFT
selection.
BR/BE REAR AXLE - 286RBI 3 - 189
DIFFERENTIAL (Continued)
DIFFERENTIAL CASE
BEARINGS
REMOVAL
(1) Remove differential case from axle housing.
(2) Remove the bearings from the differential case
with Press 938 and Bearing Splitter 1130 (Fig. 42).
INSTALLATION
If ring and pinion gears have been replaced, verify
differential side bearing preload and gear mesh back-
lash.
(1) Using tool C-4190 with handle C-4171, install
differential side bearings (Fig. 43).
(2) Install differential in axle housing.
(13) Remove front pinion bearing cup with Fig. 48 Rear Bearing Cup Removal
Remover C-4307 and Handle C–4171 (Fig. 47). 1 - REMOVER
(14) Remove rear bearing cup with Remover D-159 2 - HANDLE
and Handle C-4171 (Fig. 48).
(15) Remove rear bearing from the pinion with
(16) Remove the pinion depth shims from the pin-
Puller/Press C-293-PA and Adapters DD-914-95 (Fig.
ion gear shaft. Record the total thickness of the
49).
depth shims.
Place 4 adapter blocks so they do not damage
the bearing cage.
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PINION GEAR/RING GEAR/TONE RING (Continued)
INSTALLATION
(1) Apply Mopar Door Ease stick lubricant to out-
side surface of bearing cup. Install the pinion rear
bearing cup with Installer C-4204 and Handle
C-4171 (Fig. 50) and verify cup is seated.
(2) Apply Mopar Door Ease stick lubricant to out-
side surface of bearing cup. Install the pinion front
bearing cup with Installer C-4308 and Handle
C-4171 (Fig. 51) and verify cup is seated.
(3) Install pinion front bearing and oil slinger, if
equipped. Apply a light coating of gear lubricant on
the lip of pinion seal.
(4) Install new pinion seal with an appropriate
installer 8108 (Fig. 52).
NOTE: Pinion depth shims are placed between the Fig. 51 Pinion Front Bearing Cup
rear pinion bearing cone and pinion gear to achieve
1 - INSTALLER
proper ring and pinion gear mesh. If ring and pinion
2 - HANDLE
gears are reused, the pinion depth shim should not
require replacement or adjustment. If the ring and
pinion gears are replaced refer to Adjustments to (5) Place the proper thickness pinion depth shim
select the proper thickness shim. on the pinion gear.
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PINION GEAR/RING GEAR/TONE RING (Continued)
(7) Install original solid shims on pinion gears.
(8) Install yoke with Installer C-3718 and Yoke
Holder 6719 (Fig. 54).
BRAKES
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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RELEASE SHOES
REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
TORQUE CHART
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIAL TOOLS
BASE BRAKES
HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL
Installer, Brake Caliper Dust Boot C-4340 DESCRIPTION
This vehicle is equipped with front disc brakes and
rear drum brakes also certain vehicles have four
wheel disc brakes. The front and rear disc brakes
consist of dual piston calipers and ventilated rotors.
The rear brakes are dual brake shoe, internal
expanding units with cast brake drums. The parking
brake mechanism is cable operated and connected to
Installer, Brake Caliper Dust Boot C-3716-A the rear brake trailing shoes. Power brake assist is
standard equipment. A vacuum operated power brake
booster is used on gas engine vehicles. A hydraulic
booster is used on diesel engine vehicles.
Two antilock brake systems are used on this vehi-
cle. A rear wheel antilock (RWAL) brake system and
all-wheel antilock brake system (ABS). The RWAL
and ABS systems are designed to retard wheel
lockup while braking. Retarding wheel lockup is
accomplished by modulating fluid pressure to the
wheel brake units. Both systems are monitored by a
microprocessor which controls the operation of the
systems.
Handle C-4171
BR/BE BRAKES 5-5
HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL (Continued)
ROAD TESTING
CAUTION: Use Mopar multi-mileage or high temper- (1) If complaint involved low brake pedal, pump
ature grease to lubricate caliper slide surfaces, pedal and note if it comes back up to normal height.
drum brake pivot pins, and shoe contact points on (2) Check brake pedal response with transmission
the backing plates. Use multi-mileage grease or GE in Neutral and engine running. Pedal should remain
661 or Dow 111 silicone grease on caliper slide pins firm under constant foot pressure.
to ensure proper operation.
5-6 BRAKES BR/BE
HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL (Continued)
(3) During road test, make normal and firm brake BRAKE DRAG
stops in 25-40 mph range. Note faulty brake opera- Brake drag occurs when the lining is in constant
tion such as low pedal, hard pedal, fade, pedal pulsa- contact with the rotor or drum. Drag can occur at one
tion, pull, grab, drag, noise, etc. wheel, all wheels, fronts only, or rears only.
(4) Attempt to stop the vehicle with the parking Drag is a product of incomplete brake shoe release.
brake only and note grab, drag, noise, etc. Drag can be minor or severe enough to overheat the
linings, rotors and drums.
PEDAL FALLS AWAY Minor drag will usually cause slight surface char-
A brake pedal that falls away under steady foot ring of the lining. It can also generate hard spots in
pressure is generally the result of a system leak. The rotors and drums from the overheat-cool down pro-
leak point could be at a brake line, fitting, hose, or cess. In most cases, the rotors, drums, wheels and
caliper/wheel cylinder. If leakage is severe, fluid will tires are quite warm to the touch after the vehicle is
be evident at or around the leaking component. stopped.
Internal leakage (seal by-pass) in the master cylin- Severe drag can char the brake lining all the way
der caused by worn or damaged piston cups, may through. It can also distort and score rotors and
also be the problem cause. drums to the point of replacement. The wheels, tires
An internal leak in the ABS or RWAL system may and brake components will be extremely hot. In
also be the problem with no physical evidence. severe cases, the lining may generate smoke as it
chars from overheating.
LOW PEDAL Common causes of brake drag are:
If a low pedal is experienced, pump the pedal sev- • Seized or improperly adjusted parking brake
eral times. If the pedal comes back up, worn linings, cables
rotors, drums, or rear brakes out of adjustment are • Loose/worn wheel bearing
the most likely causes. The proper course of action is • Seized caliper or wheel cylinder piston
to inspect and replace all worn component and make • Caliper binding on damaged or missing anti-rat-
the proper adjustments. tle clips or bushings
• Loose caliper mounting
SPONGY PEDAL • Drum brake shoes binding on worn/damaged
A spongy pedal is most often caused by air in the support plates
system. However, thin brake drums or substandard • Mis-assembled components
brake lines and hoses can also cause a spongy pedal. • Long booster output rod
The proper course of action is to bleed the system, If brake drag occurs at all wheels, the problem
and replace thin drums and substandard quality may be related to a blocked master cylinder return
brake hoses if suspected. port, or faulty power booster (binds-does not release).
HARD PEDAL OR HIGH PEDAL EFFORT BRAKE FADE
A hard pedal or high pedal effort may be due to Brake fade is usually a product of overheating
lining that is water soaked, contaminated, glazed, or caused by brake drag. However, brake overheating
badly worn. The power booster or check valve could and resulting fade can also be caused by riding the
also be faulty. brake pedal, making repeated high deceleration stops
in a short time span, or constant braking on steep
PEDAL PULSATION
mountain roads. Refer to the Brake Drag information
Pedal pulsation is caused by components that are in this section for causes.
loose, or beyond tolerance limits.
The primary cause of pulsation are disc brake BRAKE PULL
rotors with excessive lateral runout or thickness vari- Front brake pull condition could result from:
ation, or out of round brake drums. Other causes are • Contaminated lining in one caliper
loose wheel bearings or calipers and worn or dam- • Seized caliper piston
aged tires. • Binding caliper
• Loose caliper
NOTE: Some pedal pulsation may be felt during
• Damaged anti-rattle clips
ABS/EBD activation.
• Improper brake shoes
• Damaged rotor
A worn, damaged wheel bearing or suspension
component are further causes of pull. A damaged
BR/BE BRAKES 5-7
HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL (Continued)
front tire (bruised, ply separation) can also cause BRAKE NOISES
pull. Some brake noise is common with rear drum
A common and frequently misdiagnosed pull condi- brakes and on some disc brakes during the first few
tion is where direction of pull changes after a few stops after a vehicle has been parked overnight or
stops. The cause is a combination of brake drag fol- stored. This is primarily due to the formation of trace
lowed by fade at one of the brake units. corrosion (light rust) on metal surfaces. This light
As the dragging brake overheats, efficiency is so corrosion is typically cleared from the metal surfaces
reduced that fade occurs. Since the opposite brake after a few brake applications causing the noise to
unit is still functioning normally, its braking effect is subside.
magnified. This causes pull to switch direction in
favor of the normally functioning brake unit. BRAKE SQUEAK/SQUEAL
An additional point when diagnosing a change in Brake squeak or squeal may be due to linings that
pull condition concerns brake cool down. Remember are wet or contaminated with brake fluid, grease, or
that pull will return to the original direction, if the oil. Glazed linings and rotors with hard spots can
dragging brake unit is allowed to cool down (and is also contribute to squeak. Dirt and foreign material
not seriously damaged). embedded in the brake lining will also cause squeak/
squeal.
REAR BRAKE GRAB OR PULL A very loud squeak or squeal is frequently a sign of
Rear grab or pull is usually caused by improperly severely worn brake lining. If the lining has worn
adjusted or seized parking brake cables, contami- through to the brake shoes in spots, metal-to-metal
nated lining, bent or binding shoes and support contact occurs. If the condition is allowed to continue,
plates, or improperly assembled components. This is rotors and drums can become so scored that replace-
particularly true when only one rear wheel is ment is necessary.
involved. However, when both rear wheels are
affected, the master cylinder or proportioning valve BRAKE CHATTER
could be at fault. Brake chatter is usually caused by loose or worn
components, or glazed/burnt lining. Rotors with hard
BRAKES DO NOT HOLD AFTER DRIVING THROUGH DEEP spots can also contribute to chatter. Additional causes
WATER PUDDLES
of chatter are out-of-tolerance rotors, brake lining not
This condition is generally caused by water soaked securely attached to the shoes, loose wheel bearings
lining. If the lining is only wet, it can be dried by and contaminated brake lining.
driving with the brakes very lightly applied for a
mile or two. However, if the lining is both soaked and THUMP/CLUNK NOISE
dirt contaminated, cleaning and/or replacement will Thumping or clunk noises during braking are fre-
be necessary. quently not caused by brake components. In many
cases, such noises are caused by loose or damaged
BRAKE LINING CONTAMINATION
steering, suspension, or engine components. However,
Brake lining contamination is mostly a product of calipers that bind on the slide surfaces can generate
leaking calipers or wheel cylinders, worn seals, driv- a thump or clunk noise. In addition, worn out,
ing through deep water puddles, or lining that has improperly adjusted, or improperly assembled rear
become covered with grease and grit during repair. brake shoes can also produce a thump noise.
Contaminated lining should be replaced to avoid fur-
ther brake problems. STANDARD PROCEDURE - MANUAL BLEEDING
Use Mopar brake fluid, or an equivalent quality
WHEEL AND TIRE PROBLEMS
fluid meeting SAE J1703-F and DOT 3 standards
Some conditions attributed to brake components
only. Use fresh, clean fluid from a sealed container at
may actually be caused by a wheel or tire problem.
all times.
A damaged wheel can cause shudder, vibration and
(1) Remove reservoir filler caps and fill reservoir.
pull. A worn or damaged tire can also cause pull.
(2) If calipers, or wheel cylinders were overhauled,
Severely worn tires with very little tread left can
open all caliper and wheel cylinder bleed screws.
produce a grab-like condition as the tire loses and
Then close each bleed screw as fluid starts to drip
recovers traction. Flat-spotted tires can cause vibra-
from it. Top off master cylinder reservoir once more
tion and generate shudder during brake operation. A
before proceeding.
tire with internal damage such as a severe bruise,
(3) Attach one end of bleed hose to bleed screw
cut, or ply separation can cause pull and vibration.
and insert opposite end in glass container partially
5-8 BRAKES BR/BE
HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL (Continued)
filled with brake fluid (Fig. 1). Be sure end of bleed adapter provided with the equipment or Adapter
hose is immersed in fluid. 6921.
BRAKE LINES
STANDARD PROCEDURE - DOUBLE INVERTED
FLARING
A preformed metal brake tube is recommended and
preferred for all repairs. However, double-wall steel
tube can be used for emergency repair when factory
replacement parts are not readily available.
(1) Cut off damaged tube with Tubing Cutter.
(2) Ream cut edges of tubing to ensure proper
flare.
(3) Install replacement tube nut on the tube.
(4) Insert tube in flaring tool.
(5) Place gauge form over the end of the tube.
(6) Push tubing through flaring tool jaws until
tube contacts recessed notch in gauge that matches
tube diameter.
(7) Tighten the tool bar on the tube
Fig. 1 Bleed Hose Setup (8) Insert plug on gauge in the tube. Then swing
compression disc over gauge and center tapered flar-
1 - BLEED HOSE
2 - FLUID CONTAINER PARTIALLY FILLED WITH FLUID
ing screw in recess of compression disc (Fig. 2).
(9) Tighten tool handle until plug gauge is
squarely seated on jaws of flaring tool. This will start
(4) Open up bleeder, then have a helper press the inverted flare.
down the brake pedal. Once the pedal is down close (10) Remove the plug gauge and complete the
the bleeder. Repeat bleeding until fluid stream is inverted flare.
clear and free of bubbles. Then move to the next
wheel.
1 - COMBINATION VALVE
2 - BRAKE LINES REMOVAL - FRONT
3 - MOUNTING BOLT
(1) Raise and support vehicle.
4 - PRESSURE DIFFERENTIAL SWITCH
(2) Remove front wheel and tire assembly.
(3) Remove caliper brake hose bolt, washers and
INSTALLATION hose (Fig. 6).
(1) Position the valve on the bracket and install (4) Remove caliper mounting bolts.
the mounting bolt. Tighten the mounting bolt to 23 (5) Tilt the top of the caliper up and remove it
N·m (210 in. lbs.). from the adapter.
(2) Install the brake lines into the valve and (6) Remove anti-rattle springs.
tighten to 19-23 N·m (170-200 in. lbs.).
(3) Connect the pressure differential switch wire NOTE: Upper and lower anti-rattle springs are not
connector. interchangeable.
BR/BE BRAKES 5 - 11
DISC BRAKE CALIPERS (Continued)
Fig. 6 Caliper
Fig. 8 Protect Caliper Piston
1 - WASHERS
1 - CALIPER
2 - MOUNTING BOLTS
2 - PADDED BLOCK OF WOOD
3 - HOSE BOLT
3 - C-CLAMP
(3) Take another piece of wood and pad it with CAUTION: Do not scratch piston bore while remov-
one-inch thickness of shop towels. Place this piece in ing the seals.
the outboard shoe side of the caliper in front of the
other piston. This will cushion and protect caliper
piston during removal (Fig. 8).
5 - 12 BRAKES BR/BE
DISC BRAKE CALIPERS (Continued)
Fig. 9 Piston Dust Boot Removal Fig. 11 Bushings And Boot Seals
1 - CALIPER 1 - CALIPER
2 - DUST BOOT 2 - BUSHING
3 - BOOT SEAL
(4) Stretch boot rearward to straighten boot folds, CAUTION: Use of alternative grease may cause
then move boot forward until folds snap into place. damage to the boots seals.
(5) Install piston into caliper bore and press piston
down to the bottom of the caliper bore by hand or (9) Install the boot seals into the caliper seal bores
with hammer handle (Fig. 14). and center the seals in the bores.
(6) Seat dust boot in caliper (Fig. 15) with Handle (10) Install mounting bolt bushings into the boot
C-4171 and Installer: seals and insure seal lip is engaged into the bushing
• HD 56 mm caliper: Installer C-4340 grooves at either end of the bushing.
• LD 54 mm caliper: Installer C-3716-A (11) Install caliper bleed screw.
(7) Install the second piston and dust boot.
(8) Lubricate caliper mounting bolt bushings, boot INSTALLATION - REAR
seals and bores with Mopar brake grease or Dow
Corningt 807 grease only. NOTE: Install a new copper washers on the banjo
bolt when installing
5 - 14 BRAKES BR/BE
DISC BRAKE CALIPERS (Continued)
(1) Install the rear disc brake caliper (Fig. 16). (7) Install the wheel and tire assemblies, (Refer to
(2) Install the banjo bolt with new copper washers 22 - TIRES/WHEELS/WHEELS - STANDARD PRO-
to the caliper .tighten to 38 N·m (28 ft. lbs.) CEDURE).
(3) Install the caliper pin bolts. tighten to 33 N·m (8) Remove the supports and lower the vehicle.
(25 ft. lbs.) (9) Verify a firm pedal before moving the vehicle.
FLUID
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - BRAKE FLUID
CONTAMINATION
Indications of fluid contamination are swollen or
deteriorated rubber parts.
Swollen rubber parts indicate the presence of
petroleum in the brake fluid.
To test for contamination, put a small amount of
drained brake fluid in clear glass jar. If fluid sepa-
rates into layers, there is mineral oil or other fluid
contamination of the brake fluid.
If brake fluid is contaminated, drain and thor-
oughly flush system. Replace master cylinder, propor-
Fig. 16 REAR CALIPER INSTALL tioning valve, caliper seals, wheel cylinder seals,
1 - Rotor Antilock Brakes hydraulic unit and all hydraulic
2 - Brake Shoes fluid hoses.
3 - Disc Brake Caliper
STANDARD PROCEDURE - BRAKE FLUID
(4) Bleed the base brake system, (Refer to 5 - LEVEL
BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL - STAN- Always clean the master cylinder reservoir and
DARD PROCEDURE). caps before checking fluid level. If not cleaned, dirt
(5) Install the tire and wheel assembly, (Refer to could enter the fluid.
22 - TIRES/WHEELS/WHEELS - STANDARD PRO- The fluid fill level is indicated on the side of the
CEDURE). master cylinder reservoir (Fig. 17).
(6) Lower the vehicle. The correct fluid level is to the FULL indicator on
the side of the reservoir. If necessary, add fluid to the
INSTALLATION - FRONT proper level.
(1) Clean the caliper mounting adapter and the
anti-rattle springs and grease with Mopar brake
grease or Dow Corningt 807 grease only.
(2) Install the anti-rattle springs.
(3) Tilt the bottom of the caliper over the rotor and
under the adapter. Then push the top of the caliper
down onto the adapter.
(4) Install the caliper mounting bolts and tighten
to 33 N·m (24 ft. lbs.).
(5) Install the brake hose to caliper with new seal
washers and tighten fitting bolt to 24 N·m (18 ft.
lbs.).
(6) Bleed the base brake system, (Refer to 5 - Fig. 17 Master Cylinder Fluid Level - Typical
BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL - STAN- 1 - INDICATOR
DARD PROCEDURE). 2 - RESERVOIR
BR/BE BRAKES 5 - 15
FLUID (Continued)
SPECIFICATIONS
BRAKE FLUID
The brake fluid used in this vehicle must conform
to DOT 3 specifications and SAE J1703 standards.
No other type of brake fluid is recommended or
approved for usage in the vehicle brake system. Use
only Mopar brake fluid or an equivalent from a
tightly sealed container.
CAUTION: Never use any type of a petroleum-based Fig. 18 Reservoir Retaining Pins
fluid in the brake hydraulic system. Use of such 1 - PIN PUNCH
type fluids will result in seal damage of the vehicle 2 - RESERVOIR
brake hydraulic system causing a failure of the 3 - BODY
vehicle brake system. Petroleum based fluids would 4 - ROLL PINS
be items such as engine oil, transmission fluid,
power steering fluid, etc.
FLUID RESERVOIR
REMOVAL
(1) Remove reservoir cap and empty fluid into
drain container.
(2) Clamp cylinder body in vise with brass protec-
tive jaws.
(3) Remove pins that retain reservoir to master
cylinder. Use hammer and pin punch to remove pins
(Fig. 18).
(4) Loosen reservoir from grommets with pry tool
(Fig. 19).
(5) Remove reservoir by rocking it to one side and Fig. 19 Loosening Reservoir
pulling free of grommets (Fig. 20).
1 - PRY TOOL
(6) Remove old grommets from cylinder body (Fig.
2 - RESERVOIR
21). 3 - GROMMET
4 - MASTER CYLINDER BODY
INSTALLATION
CAUTION: Do not use any type of tool to install the (2) Start reservoir in grommets. Then rock reser-
grommets. Tools may cut, or tear the grommets cre- voir back and forth while pressing downward to seat
ating a leak problem after installation. Install the it in grommets.
grommets using finger pressure only. (3) Install pins that retain reservoir to cylinder
body.
(1) Lubricate new grommets with clean brake fluid (4) Fill and bleed master cylinder on bench before
and Install new grommets in cylinder body (Fig. 22). installation in vehicle.
Use finger pressure to install and seat grommets.
5 - 16 BRAKES BR/BE
FLUID RESERVOIR (Continued)
PEDAL
DESCRIPTION
The brake booster is operated by a suspended type
brake pedal. The pedal pivots on a shaft located in a
mounting bracket attached to the dash panel. The
pedal shaft is supported by bushings in the pedal
and mounting bracket. The brake pedal is attached
to the booster push rod.
OPERATION
Fig. 20 Reservoir Removal When the pedal is depressed, the primary booster
1 - RESERVOIR push rod is depressed which move the booster sec-
2 - GROMMETS ondary rod. The booster secondary rod depress the
master cylinder piston.
REMOVAL
(1) Remove knee bolster, (Refer to 23 - BODY/IN-
STRUMENT PANEL/STEERING COLUMN OPEN-
ING COVER - REMOVAL).
(2) Remove brake lamp switch, (Refer to 8 - ELEC-
TRICAL/LAMPS/LIGHTING - EXTERIOR/BRAKE
LAMP SWITCH - REMOVAL).
(3) Remove switches from tabs on brake lamp
switch bracket.
(4) Remove brake lamp switch bracket bolts and
remove bracket (Fig. 23).
Fig. 21 Grommet Removal
1 - MASTER CYLINDER BODY
2 - GROMMETS
Fig. 22 Grommet Installation (5) Remove clip and washer attaching booster push
rod and slide push rod off pedal.
1 - WORK NEW GROMMETS INTO PLACE USING FINGER
PRESSURE ONLY (6) Remove E-clip from passenger side of pedal
shaft (Fig. 24). Use flat blade screwdriver to pry clip
out of shaft groove.
(7) Push shaft toward driver side of bracket just
enough to expose opposite E-clip. Then remove E-clip
with flat blade screwdriver.
BR/BE BRAKES 5 - 17
PEDAL (Continued)
(8) Push pedal shaft back and out of passenger EXTERIOR/BRAKE LAMP SWITCH - INSTALLA-
side of bracket (Fig. 24). TION).
(9) Remove pedal shaft, brake pedal, wave washer (10) Install knee bolster, (Refer to 23 - BODY/IN-
and bushings from vehicle. STRUMENT PANEL/STEERING COLUMN OPEN-
ING COVER - INSTALLATION).
NOISES
The hydraulic booster unit will produce certain
characteristic booster noises. The noises may occur
when the brake pedal is used in a manner not asso-
Fig. 24 Brake Pedal Mounting (With Automatic ciated with normal braking or driving habits.
Transmission)
HISSING
1 - PEDAL SHAFT
A hissing noise may be noticed when above normal
2 - SHAFT RETAINING E-CLIPS (2)
3 - BRAKE PEDAL
brake pedal pressure is applied, 40 lbs. or above. The
4 - PEDAL BUSHING (2) noise will be more noticeable if the vehicle is not
5 - PEDAL MOUNTING BRACKET moving. The noise will increase with the brake pedal
pressure and an increase of system operating temper-
ature.
INSTALLATION
(1) Replace bracket and pedal bushings if neces- CLUNK-CHATTER-CLICKING
sary. Lubricate shaft bores in bracket and pedal A clunk-chatter-clicking may be noticed when the
before installing bushings with Mopar Multi-mileage brake pedal is released quickly, after above normal
silicone grease. brake pedal pressure is applied 50-100 lbs..
(2) Apply liberal quantity of Mopar multi-mileage
grease to pedal shaft and to pedal and bracket bush- BOOSTER FUNCTION TEST
ings. With the engine off depress the brake pedal several
(3) Position brake pedal in mounting bracket. times to discharge the accumulator. Then depress the
(4) Slide pedal shaft into bracket and through brake pedal using 40 lbs. of force and start the
pedal from passenger side. engine. The brake pedal should fall and then push
(5) Push pedal shaft out driver side of mounting back against your foot. This indicates the booster is
bracket just enough to allow installation of retaining operating properly.
E-clip.
(6) Install the wave washer between the bracket ACCUMULATOR LEAKDOWN
and the pedal bushing on the passenger side. (1) Start the engine, apply the brakes and turn the
(7) Push pedal shaft back toward passenger side of steering wheel from lock to lock. This will ensure the
bracket and install remaining E-clip on pedal shaft. accumulator is charged. Turn off the engine and let
(8) Install booster push rod on brake pedal. Secure the vehicle sit for one hour. After one hour there
push rod to pedal with washer and retaining clip. should be at least two power assisted brake applica-
(9) Install brake lamp switch bracket and switch, tion with the engine off. If the system does not retain
(Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/LAMPS/LIGHTING - a charge the booster must be replaced.
5 - 18 BRAKES BR/BE
POWER BRAKE BOOSTER (Continued)
(2) With the engine off depress the brake pedal
several times to discharge the accumulator. Grasp
the accumulator and see if it wobbles or turns. If it
does the accumulator has lost a gas charge and the
booster must be replaced.
SEAL LEAKAGE
If the booster leaks from any of the seals the
booster assembly must be replaced (Fig. 25).
• INPUT ROD SEAL: Fluid leakage from rear
end of the booster.
• PISTON SEAL: Fluid leakage from vent at
front of booster.
• HOUSING SEAL: Fluid leakage between hous-
ing and housing cover.
• SPOOL VALVE SEAL: Fluid leakage near
spool plug.
Fig. 25 Hydraulic Booster Seals
• RETURN PORT FITTING SEAL: Fluid leak-
age from port fitting. 1 - PUMP
2 - GEAR
3 - INPUT SEAL
4 - HOUSING SEAL
5 - ACCUMULATOR SEAL
6 - PISTON SEAL
7 - SPOOL PLUG SEAL
8 - RETURN
Slow Brake Pedal Return 1. Excessive seal friction in booster. 1. Replace booster.
Booster Chatter, Pedal 1. Slipping pump belt. 1. Replace power steering belt.
Vibration
2. Low pump fluid level. 2. Fill pump and check for leaks.
REMOVAL
NOTE: If the booster is being replaced because the
power steering fluid is contaminated, flush the
power steering system before replacing the booster.
(1) With engine off depress the brake pedal 5
times to discharge the accumulator.
(2) Remove brake lines from master cylinder.
(3) Remove mounting nuts from the master cylin-
der.
(4) Remove the bracket from the hydraulic booster
lines and master cylinder mounting studs.
(5) Remove the master cylinder.
(6) Remove the return hose and the two pressure
lines from the hydraulic booster (Fig. 26).
(7) Remove the booster push rod clip, washer and Fig. 27 Booster Push Rod
rod remove from the brake pedal. (Fig. 27). 1 - BOOSTER PUSH ROD
(8) Remove the mounting nuts from the hydraulic 2 - WASHER
booster and remove the booster (Fig. 28). 3 - CLIP
4 - PEDAL
5 - 20 BRAKES BR/BE
POWER BRAKE BOOSTER (Continued)
(12) Bleed the hydraulic booster.
ROTORS
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING—DISC BRAKE
ROTOR
The rotor braking surfaces should not be refinished
unless necessary.
Light surface rust and scale can be removed with a
lathe equipped with dual sanding discs. The rotor
surfaces can be restored by machining with a disc
brake lathe if surface scoring and wear are light.
Replace the rotor for the following conditions:
• Severely Scored
• Tapered
Fig. 28 Booster Mounting • Hard Spots
1 - STEERING COLUMN • Cracked
2 - MOUNTING NUTS • Below Minimum Thickness
3 - BOOSTER PEDAL ROD
4 - MOUNTING NUTS ROTOR MINIMUM THICKNESS
Measure rotor thickness at the center of the brake
INSTALLATION shoe contact surface. Replace the rotor if below min-
imum thickness, or if machining would reduce thick-
(1) Install the hydraulic booster and tighten the
ness below the allowable minimum.
mounting nuts to 28 N·m (21 ft. lbs.).
Rotor minimum thickness is usually specified on
(2) Install the booster push rod, washer and clip
the rotor hub. The specification is either stamped or
onto the brake pedal.
cast into the hub surface.
(3) Install the master cylinder on the mounting
studs. and tighten the mounting nuts to 23 N·m (17
ROTOR RUNOUT
ft. lbs.).
Check rotor lateral runout with dial indicator
(4) Install the brake lines to the master cylinder
C-3339 (Fig. 29). Excessive lateral runout will cause
and tighten to 19-200 N·m (170-200 in. lbs.).
brake pedal pulsation and rapid, uneven wear of the
(5) Install the hydraulic booster line bracket onto
brake shoes. Position the dial indicator plunger
the master cylinder mounting studs.
approximately 25.4 mm (1 in.) inward from the rotor
(6) Install the master cylinder mounting nuts and
edge.
tighten to 23 N·m (17 ft. lbs.).
(7) Install the hydraulic booster pressure lines to NOTE: Be sure wheel bearing has zero end play
the bracket and booster. before checking rotor runout.
(8) Tighten the pressure lines to 28 N·m (21 ft.
lbs.). Maximum allowable rotor runout is 0.127 mm
(0.005 in.).
NOTE: Inspect o-rings on the pressure line fittings
to insure they are in good condition before installa- ROTOR THICKNESS VARIATION
tion. Replace o-rings if necessary. Variations in rotor thickness will cause pedal pul-
sation, noise and shudder.
(9) Install the return hose to the booster.
Measure rotor thickness at 6 to 12 points around
(10) Bleed base brake system, (Refer to 5 -
the rotor face (Fig. 30).
BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL - STAN-
Position the micrometer approximately 25.4 mm (1
DARD PROCEDURE).
in.) from the rotor outer circumference for each mea-
(11) Fill the power steering pump with fluid,
surement.
(Refer to 19 - STEERING/PUMP - STANDARD PRO-
Thickness should not vary by more than 0.025 mm
CEDURE).
(0.001 in.) from point-to-point on the rotor. Machine
CAUTION: Use only MOPAR power steering fluid or or replace the rotor if necessary.
equivalent. Do not use automatic transmission fluid
and do not overfill.
BR/BE BRAKES 5 - 21
ROTORS (Continued)
(6) Remove the hub and rotor assembly (C3500
only) (Fig. 31).
Fig. 29 Checking Rotor Runout And Thickness Fig. 31 ROTOR / HUB REMOVAL
Variation
1 - DIAL INDICATOR
REMOVAL - 1500/2500 FRONT
(1) Raise and support the vehicle.
(2) Remove the wheel and tire assembly.
(3) Remove the caliper from the steering knuckle,
(Refer to 5 - BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/
DISC BRAKE CALIPERS - REMOVAL) and remove
caliper adapter assembly (Fig. 32).
(2) Install the hub and rotor assembly. INSTALLATION - 3500 FRONT
(3) Install the rear axle shaft to the housing with (1) Position the rotor on the hub/bearing.
dual wheels, (Refer to 3 - DIFFERENTIAL & DRIV- (2) Install the brake caliper adapter assembly
ELINE/REAR AXLE - 286RBI/AXLE SHAFTS - (Refer to 5 - BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/
INSTALLATION). DISC BRAKE CALIPERS - INSTALLATION) and
(4) Install the caliper adapter bolts. tighten adapter bolts to 285 N·m (210 ft. lbs).
(5) Install the disc brake caliper, (Refer to 5 - (3) Install the wheel and tire assemblies, (Refer to
BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/DISC 22 - TIRES/WHEELS/WHEELS - STANDARD PRO-
BRAKE CALIPERS - INSTALLATION). (Fig. 34). CEDURE).
(6) Install the tire and wheel assembly, (Refer to (4) Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
22 - TIRES/WHEELS/WHEELS - STANDARD PRO- (5) Apply brakes several times to seat brake shoes
CEDURE). and caliper piston. Do not move vehicle until firm
(7) Lower the vehicle. brake pedal is obtained.
BR/BE BRAKES 5 - 23
BRAKE PADS/SHOES
REMOVAL - REAR
(1) Raise and support the vehicle.
(2) Remove the rear wheel and tire assemblies.
(3) Compress the caliper.
(4) Remove caliper mounting bolts
REMOVAL - FRONT
INSTALLATION - FRONT
(1) Bottom pistons in caliper bore with C-clamp.
Place an old brake shoe between a C-clamp and cal-
iper piston.
(2) Clean caliper mounting adapter and anti-rattle
springs.
(3) Lubricate anti-rattle springs with Mopar brake
grease.
(4) Install anti-rattle springs.
OPERATION
The master cylinder bore contains a primary and
secondary piston. The primary piston supplies
hydraulic pressure to the front brakes. The secondary
piston supplies hydraulic pressure to the rear brakes.
REMOVAL
(1) Pump the brake pedal several times to deplete
booster vacuum reserve.
(2) Remove brake lines from the master cylinder
(Fig. 57).
(3) Remove mounting nuts from the master cylin-
der (Fig. 57).
(4) Remove the master cylinder.
INSTALLATION
NOTE: If master cylinder is replaced, bleed cylinder
Fig. 55 Vacuum Check Valve And Seal before installation.
1 - BOOSTER CHECK VALVE
2 - APPLY TEST VACUUM HERE (1) Install master cylinder on the booster mount-
3 - VALVE SEAL ing studs.
(2) Install mounting nuts and tighten to 23 N·m
(17 ft. lbs.).
(3) Install brake lines and tighten to 19-23 N·m
(170-200 in. lbs.).
BR/BE BRAKES 5 - 31
MASTER CYLINDER (Continued)
ADJUSTMENT WITH BRAKE GAUGE (7) Turn adjuster screw star wheel (by hand) to
(1) Be sure parking brakes are fully released. expand or retract brake shoes. Continue adjustment
(2) Raise rear of vehicle and remove wheels and until gauge outside legs are light drag-fit on shoes.
brake drums. (8) Install brake drums and wheels and lower
(3) Verify that left and right automatic adjuster vehicle.
levers and cables are properly connected. (9) Drive vehicle and make one forward stop fol-
(4) Insert brake gauge in drum. Expand gauge lowed by one reverse stop. Repeat procedure 8-10
until gauge inner legs contact drum braking surface. times to operate automatic adjusters and equalize
Then lock gauge in position (Fig. 61). adjustment.
(5) Reverse gauge and install it on brake shoes.
Position gauge legs at shoe centers as shown (Fig. NOTE: Bring vehicle to complete standstill at each
62). If gauge does not fit (too loose/too tight), adjust stop. Incomplete, rolling stops will not activate
shoes. automatic adjusters.
(6) Pull shoe adjuster lever away from adjuster
screw star wheel.
BR/BE BRAKES 5 - 35
DRUM (Continued)
ADJUSTMENT WITH ADJUSTING TOOL PARKING BRAKE
(1) Be sure parking brake lever is fully released.
(2) Raise vehicle so rear wheels can be rotated DESCRIPTION – 2500/3500 WITH REAR DISC
freely.
(3) Remove plug from each access hole in brake
BRAKES
support plates. The parking brakes are operated by a system of
(4) Loosen parking brake cable adjustment nut cables and levers attached to a primary and second-
until there is slack in front cable. ary shoe positioned within the drum section of the
(5) Insert adjusting tool through support plate rotor.
access hole and engage tool in teeth of adjusting The drum-in-hat design utilizes an independent set
screw star wheel (Fig. 63). of shoes to park the vehicle (Fig. 64).
OPERATION - 2500/3500 WITH REAR DISC (3) Loosen the cable tensioner nut at the equalizer
to create slack in the front cable.
BRAKES
(4) Lower the vehicle.
To apply the parking brake the pedal is depressed.
(5) Remove the knee bolster, (Refer to 23 - BODY/
This creates tension in the cable which pulls forward
INSTRUMENT PANEL/STEERING COLUMN
on the park brake lever. The lever pushes the park
OPENING COVER - REMOVAL).
brake shoes outward and into contact with the drum
(6) Disconnect the brake lamp wire from the
section of the rotor. The contact of shoe to rotor parks
switch on the pedal assembly.
the vehicle.
(7) Roll the carpet back, loosen the front cable
A torsion locking mechanism is used to hold the
grommet from the floorpan and the cable retainer.
pedal in an applied position. Parking brake release is
(8) Disengage the cable end connector (Fig. 65)
accomplished by the hand release.
from the arm on the pedal assembly.
A parking brake switch is mounted on the parking
(9) Remove the bolts/nuts from the pedal assembly
brake lever and is actuated by movement of the
and remove the assembly.
lever. The switch, which is in circuit with the red
warning light in the dash, will illuminate the warn-
ing light whenever the parking brake is applied.
Parking brake adjustment is controlled by a cable
tensioner mechanism. The cable tensioner, once
adjusted at the factory, should not need further
adjustment under normal circumstances. Adjustment
may be required if a new tensioner, or cables are
installed, or disconnected.
INSTALLATION - FRONT PARKING BRAKE (7) Lock the left cable end fitting tabs into the
frame bracket lower hole.
CABLE
(8) Install the right rear cable into the tensioner
(1) From inside the vehicle, insert the cable end
cable bracket and lock the cable end fitting tabs into
fitting into the hole in the pedal assembly.
place.
(2) Seat the cable retainer in the pedal assembly.
(9) Install the cables onto the cable connectors.
(3) Engage the cable ball end in clevis on the pedal
(10) Install the wheel and tire assemblies, (Refer
assembly.
to 22 - TIRES/WHEELS/WHEELS - STANDARD
(4) Route the cable along the top of the wheel well
PROCEDURE).
and clip in place.
(11) Perform the park brake adjustment procedure,
(5) Route the cable through the floorpan and
(Refer to 5 - BRAKES/PARKING BRAKE/CABLE
install the body grommet.
TENSIONER - ADJUSTMENTS).
(6) Place the carpet down and install the left cowl
(12) Remove the supports and lower the vehicle.
trim and sill plate.
(7) Raise and support the vehicle.
(8) Route the cable through the underbody bracket
INSTALLATION - REAR PARK BRAKE CABLE
and seat the cable housing retainer in the bracket. 2500/3500 SERIES WITH DRUM BRAKES
(9) Connect the cable to the cable connector. (1) Install cable guide spring.
(10) Perform the park brake adjustment proce- (2) Install the brake drums.
dure, (Refer to 5 - BRAKES/PARKING BRAKE/CA- (3) Pull back on the cable. Then push the cable
BLE TENSIONER - ADJUSTMENTS). through the brake support plate hole to engage the
(11) Lower the vehicle. cable in the park brake lever.
INSTALLATION - REAR PARK BRAKE CABLES - NOTE: Pull on the cable end to ensure it is attached
to the park brake lever.
1500 SERIES
(1) Install the parking brake cable guide spring. (4) Push each cable housing through the brake
(2) Install the brake drums. support plate hole until the cable end fitting tabs
(3) Pull back on the cable. Then push the cable lock into place.
through the brake support plate hole to engage the
cable in the park brake lever. NOTE: Pull on the cable housing to ensure it is
locked into place.
NOTE: Pull on the cable end to ensure it is attached
to the park brake lever. (5) Install the right cable retainers on the axle.
The push the right cable through the hole in the
(4) Push each cable end through the brake support brake hose bracket.
plate hole until the cable end fitting tabs lock into (6) Push both cables through the frame bracket.
place. Push the left cable until the cable end fitting tabs
lock into place. Install the O-ring on the right cable.
NOTE: Pull on the cable to ensure it is locked into
place. NOTE: The right cable must be installed in the top
hole of the bracket and left cable in the bottom
(5) Install the right cable retainers on the axle. hole.
Route the right cable through the hole in the brake
hose bracket. (7) Install the cables onto the cable tensioner
(6) Push both cables through the frame bracket. bracket and install the cables into the cable connec-
tors.
NOTE: The right cable must be installed in the top (8) Install the wheel and tire assemblies.
hole of the bracket. (9) Perform park brake adjustment procedure.
(10) Remove supports and lower vehicle.
5 - 40 BRAKES BR/BE
CABLE TENSIONER
ADJUSTMENT
NOTE: Tensioner adjustment is only necessary
when the tensioner, or a cable has been replaced or
disconnected for service. When adjustment is nec-
essary, perform adjustment only as described in the
following procedure. This is necessary to avoid
faulty park brake operation.
SHOES
REMOVAL - REAR DRUM IN HAT PARK BRAKE
SHOES - 2500/3500
(1) Raise and support the vehicle.
(2) Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
(3) Remove the disc brake caliper, (Refer to 5 -
BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/DISC
BRAKE CALIPERS - REMOVAL)
(4) Remove the disc brake rotor, (Refer to 5 -
BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/ROTORS -
Fig. 72 Park Brake Release Handle Remove/Install REMOVAL)
1 - CLIP (5) Lockout the parking brake cable (Fig. 73).
2 - ROD
3 - MOUNTING BRACKET
4 - TRIM STICK
5 - LATCH TABS
6 - PARK BRAKE RELEASE HANDLE
INSTALLATION
(1) Position the park brake release handle to the
instrument panel.
(2) Slide the handle and bracket assembly up into
the instrument panel receptacle until both of the
park brake release handle mounting bracket latches Fig. 73 LOCK OUT PARKING CABLE
are engaged with the notches in the instrument
1 - LOCKING PLIERS
panel receptacle.
2 - PARKING BRAKE CABLE
(3) Lower the park brake release handle and reach
under the driver side outboard end of the instrument
panel to engage the park brake release linkage rod
end with the lever on the back of the park brake
release handle.
5 - 42 BRAKES BR/BE
SHOES (Continued)
(6) Disengage the park brake cable from behind
the rotor assembly to allow easier disassembly of the
park brake shoes (Fig. 74).
CLUTCH
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
CLUTCH OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 FLYWHEEL
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
WARNING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
CLUTCH. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 FLYWHEEL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 DISASSEMBLY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
CLUTCH DISC ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 PILOT BEARING
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
CLUTCH HOUSING INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 CLUTCH PEDAL
CLUTCH HOUSING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 LINKAGE
CLUTCH RELEASE BEARING DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 CLUTCH PEDAL POSITION SWITCH
PRESSURE PLATE DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
CLUTCH OPERATION
Leverage, clamping force, and friction are what
DESCRIPTION make the clutch work. The disc serves as the friction
The clutch mechanism consists of a flywheel, a sin- element and a diaphragm spring and pressure plate
gle, dry-type disc, and a diaphragm style clutch cover provide the clamping force. The clutch pedal, hydrau-
(Fig. 1). A hydraulic linkage is used to operate the lic linkage, release lever and bearing provide the
clutch release bearing and fork. The flywheel is leverage.
bolted to the rear flange of the crankshaft. The The clutch master cylinder push rod is connected
clutch pressure plate is bolted to the flywheel with to the clutch pedal. When the clutch pedal is
the clutch disc located between these two compo- depressed, the slave cylinder is operated by the
nents. The clutch system provides the mechanical, clutch master cylinder mounted on the dash panel.
but still easily detachable, link between the engine The release fork is actuated by the hydraulic slave
and the transmission. The system is designed to cylinder mounted on the transmission housing. The
ensure that the full torque output of the engine is release bearing is operated by a release fork pivoting
transfered to the transmission while isolating the on a ball stud mounted in the transmission housing.
transmission from the engine firing pulses to mini- The release bearing then depresses the pressure
mize concerns such as gear rattle. plate spring fingers, thereby releasing pressure on
the clutch disc and allowing the engine crankshaft to
spin independently of the transmission input shaft
(Fig. 2).
6-2 CLUTCH BR/BE
CLUTCH (Continued)
WARNING
WARNING:: EXERCISE CARE WHEN SERVICING
CLUTCH COMPONENTS. FACTORY INSTALLED
CLUTCH DISCS DO NOT CONTAIN ASBESTOS
FIBERS. DUST AND DIRT ON CLUTCH PARTS MAY
CONTAIN ASBESTOS FIBERS FROM AFTERMAR-
KET COMPONENTS. BREATHING EXCESSIVE CON-
CENTRATIONS OF THESE FIBERS CAN CAUSE
SERIOUS BODILY HARM. WEAR A RESPIRATOR
DURING SERVICE AND NEVER CLEAN CLUTCH
COMPONENTS WITH COMPRESSED AIR OR WITH
A DRY BRUSH. EITHER CLEAN THE COMPONENTS
WITH A WATER DAMPENED RAGS OR USE A VAC-
UUM CLEANER SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED FOR
REMOVING ASBESTOS FIBERS AND DUST. DO NOT
CREATE DUST BY SANDING A CLUTCH DISC.
REPLACE THE DISC IF THE FRICTION MATERIAL IS
DAMAGED OR CONTAMINATED. DISPOSE OF ALL
DUST AND DIRT CONTAINING ASBESTOS FIBERS
IN SEALED BAGS OR CONTAINERS. THIS WILL
HELP MINIMIZE EXPOSURE TO YOURSELF AND TO
OTHERS. FOLLOW ALL RECOMMENDED SAFETY
PRACTICES PRESCRIBED BY THE OCCUPATIONAL
Fig. 1 Engine Powerflow
SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION (OSHA)
AND THE ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY AGENCY
(EPA), FOR THE HANDLING AND DISPOSAL OF
PRODUCTS CONTAINING ASBESTOS.
CLUTCH CONTAMINATION
Fluid contamination is a frequent cause of clutch
malfunctions. Oil, water or clutch fluid on the clutch
disc and pressure plate surfaces will cause chatter,
slip and grab.
Fig. 2 Clutch Operation
During inspection, note if any components are con-
1 - FLYWHEEL
taminated with oil, hydraulic fluid or water/road
2 - PRESSURE PLATE FINGERS
splash.
3 - PIVOT POINT
4 - RELEASE BEARING PUSHED IN
5 - CLUTCH DISC ENGAGED
6 - CLUTCH DISC ENGAGED
7 - RELEASE BEARING
BR/BE CLUTCH 6-3
CLUTCH (Continued)
Disc facing worn out 1. Normal wear. 1. Replace cover and disc.
Clutch disc facing contaminated with 1. Leak at rear main engine seal or 1. Replace appropriate seal.
oil, grease, or clutch fluid. transmission input shaft seal.
Clutch is running partially 1. Release bearing sticking or 1. Verify failure. Replace the release
disengaged. binding and does not return to the bearing and transmission front
normal running position. bearing retainer as necessary.
Clutch disc, cover and/or diaphragm 1. Rough handling. Impact bent 1. Replace disc or cover as
spring warped or distorted. cover, spring, or disc. necessary.
Facing on flywheel side of disc torn, 1. Flywheel surface scored or 2. Correct surface condition if
gouged, or worn. nicked. possible. Replace flywheel and disc
as necessary.
Clutch disc facing burnt. Flywheel 1. Frequent operation under high 1. Correct condition of flywheel and
and cover pressure plate surfaces loads or hard acceleration pressure plate surface. Replace
heavily glazed. conditions. clutch cover and disc. Alert driver to
problem cause.
2. Driver frequently rides (slips) 2. Correct condition of flywheel and
clutch. Results in rapid wear and pressure plate surface. Replace
overheating of disc and cover. clutch cover and disc. Alert driver to
problem cause.
6-6 CLUTCH BR/BE
CLUTCH (Continued)
Clutch disc binds on input shaft 1. Clutch disc hub splines damaged 1. Clean, smooth, and lubricate hub
splines. during installation. splines if possible. Replace disc if
necessary.
Clutch disc rusted to flywheel and/or 1. Clutch not used for and extended 1. Sand rusted surfaces with 180
pressure plate. period of time (e.g. long term grit sanding paper. Replace clutch
vehicle storage). cover and flywheel if necessary.
Pilot bearing seized, loose, or rollers 1. Bearing cocked during 1. Install and lubricate a new
are worn. installation. bearing.
Clutch will not disengage properly. 1. Low clutch fluid level. 1. Replace hydraulic linkage
assembly.
Clutch pedal squeak. 1. Pivot pin loose. 1. Tighten pivot pin if possible.
Replace clutch pedal if necessary.
Clutch master or slave cylinder 1. Master or slave cylinder 1. Replace clutch hydraulic linkage
plunger dragging andør binding components worn or corroded. assembly.
Contact surface of release bearing 1. Clutch cover incorrect or release 1. Replace clutch cover and release
damaged. fingers bent or distorted. bearing.
Partial engagement of clutch disc. 1. Clutch pressure plate position 1. Replace clutch disc and cover.
One side of disc is worn and the incorrect.
other side is glazed and lightly 2. Clutch cover, spring, or release 2. Replace clutch disc and cover.
worn. fingers bent or distorted.
3. Clutch disc damaged or 2. Replace clutch disc.
distorted.
4. Clutch misalignment. 4. Check alignment and runout of
flywheel, disc, pressure plate, andør
clutch housing. Correct as
necessary.
SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS - CLUTCH
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
CLUTCH DISC A 281 mm (11 in.) diameter clutch disc is used with
a 3.9L, 5.2L, or 5.9L gas engines (Fig. 4) and (Fig. 5).
A 312.5 mm (12.3 in.) diameter clutch disc is used
DESCRIPTION
with diesel and V10 engines and (Fig. 6).
The clutch disc friction material is riveted to the
All the discs have damper springs in the hub. The
disc hub. The hub bore is splined for installation on
281 mm discs have four springs, the 312.5 mm diesel/
the transmission input shaft. The clutch disc has
V10 disc has nine springs. The damper springs pro-
cushion springs in the disc hub to dampen disc vibra-
vide smoother torque transfer and disc engagement.
tions during application and release of the clutch.
Various size and design of clutches are used for the
different engine transmission combinations. The cur-
rently used clutches and applications are listed
below.
6-8 CLUTCH BR/BE
CLUTCH DISC (Continued)
OPERATION
The clutch disc is held onto the surface of the fly-
wheel by the force exerted by the pressure plate’s
diaphragm spring. The friction material of the clutch
disc then transfers the engine torque from the fly-
wheel and pressure plate to the input shaft of the
transmission.
REMOVAL
(1) Raise and support vehicle.
(2) Support engine with wood block and adjustable
jack stand (Fig. 7). Supporting engine is necessary to
avoid undue strain on engine mounts.
(3) Remove transmission and transfer case, if
equipped. Refer to Group 21, Transmission and
Transfer Case, for proper procedures.
(4) If clutch cover will be reused, mark position of
cover on flywheel with paint or scriber (Fig. 8).
(5) Insert clutch alignment tool in clutch disc and
into pilot bushing. Tool will hold disc in place when
cover bolts are removed.
Fig. 5 Clutch Disc-V8 Engine (6) If clutch cover will be reused, loosen cover bolts
1 - FACING MATERIAL evenly, only few threads at a time, and in a diagonal
2 - DAMPER SPRINGS (4) pattern (Fig. 9). This relieves cover spring tension
3 - 281 mm (11 in.) evenly to avoid warping.
4 - HUB (7) Remove cover bolts completely and remove
cover, disc and alignment tool.
BR/BE CLUTCH 6-9
CLUTCH DISC (Continued)
CLUTCH HOUSING (4) Remove the release fork from the clutch hous-
ing.
(5) Reinstall the clutch housing. Tighten the hous-
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - CLUTCH HOUSING
ing bolts nearest the alignment dowels first.
Clutch housing alignment is important to proper
(6) Mount the dial indicator on the threaded rod
clutch operation. The housing maintains alignment
and position the indicator plunger on the surface of
between the crankshaft and transmission input
the clutch housing bore (Fig. 15).
shaft. Misalignment can cause clutch noise, hard
shifting, incomplete release and chatter. It can also
result in premature wear of the pilot bearing, cover
release fingers and clutch disc. In severe cases, mis-
alignment can also cause premature wear of the
transmission input shaft and front bearing.
Housing misalignment is generally caused by
incorrect seating on the engine or transmission, loose
housing bolts, missing alignment dowels, or housing
damage. Infrequently, misalignment may also be
caused by housing mounting surfaces that are not
completely parallel. Misalignment can be corrected
with shims.
CHECKING RUNOUT
Only the NV4500 clutch housing can be
checked using the following bore and face
runout procedures. The NV3500 and NV5600 Fig. 15 Checking Clutch Housing Bore Runout
clutch housings are an integral part of the 1 - MOUNTING STUD OR ROD
transmission and can only be checked off the 2 - DIAL INDICATOR
vehicle. 3 - INDICATOR PLUNGER
4 - CLUTCH HOUSING BORE
MEASURING CLUTCH HOUSING BORE RUNOUT
(1) Remove the clutch housing and strut. (7) Rotate the crankshaft until the indicator
(2) Remove the clutch cover and disc. plunger is at the top center of the housing bore. Zero
(3) Replace one of the flywheel bolts with an the indicator at this point.
appropriate size threaded rod that is 10 in. (25.4 cm) (8) Rotate the crankshaft and record the indicator
long (Fig. 14). The rod will be used to mount the dial readings at eight points (45° apart) around the bore
indicator. (Fig. 15). Repeat the measurement at least twice for
accuracy.
(9) Subtract each reading from the one 180° oppo-
site to determine magnitude and direction of runout.
Refer to (Fig. 16) and following example.
Bore runout example:
0.000 – (–0.007) = 0.007 in.
+0.002 – (–0.010) = 0.012 in.
+0.004 – (–0.005) = 0.009 in.
–0.001 – (+0.001) = –0.002 in. (= 0.002 inch)
In the above example, the largest difference is
0.012 in. and is called the total indicator reading
(TIR). This means that the housing bore is offset
Fig. 14 Dial Indicator Mounting Stud Or Rod from the crankshaft centerline by 0.006 in. (which is
1 - 7/16 - 20 THREAD 1/2 of 0.012 in.).
2 - NUT
3 - STUD OR THREADED ROD
4 - 10 INCHES LONG
6 - 12 CLUTCH BR/BE
CLUTCH HOUSING (Continued)
On gas engines, the acceptable maximum TIR for
housing bore runout is 0.010 inch. If measured TIR is
more than 0.010 in. (as in the example), bore runout
will have to be corrected with offset dowels. Offset
dowels are available in 0.007, 0.014 and 0.021 in.
sizes for this purpose (Fig. 16). Refer to Correcting
Housing Bore Runout for dowel installation.
TIR VALUE OFFSET DOWEL
REQUIRED
0.011 - 0.021 inch 0.007 inch
0.022 - 0.035 inch 0.014 inch
0.036 - 0.052 inch 0.021 inch
REMOVAL
(1) Raise and support vehicle.
(2) Remove transmission and transfer case, if
equipped. Refer to 21 Transmission and Transfer
Case for proper procedures.
(3) Remove the starter from the clutch housing.
(4) Remove the clutch housing dust shield from the
clutch housing.
(5) Remove clutch housing bolts and remove hous-
ing from engine (Fig. 22) and (Fig. 23).
INSTALLATION
Fig. 20 Housing Face Alignment Shims (1) Clean housing mounting surface of engine
1 - CUT/DRILL BOLT HOLE TO SIZE block with wax and grease remover.
2 - SHIM STOCK (2) Verify that clutch housing alignment dowels
3 - MAKE SHIM 1—INCH DIAMETER are in good condition and properly seated.
(3) Transfer slave cylinder, release fork and boot, fork
As an example, assume that face runout is the same pivot stud, and wire/hose brackets to new housing.
as shown in (Fig. 21) and in Step 4. In this case, three
shims will be needed. Shim thicknesses should be
6 - 14 CLUTCH BR/BE
CLUTCH HOUSING (Continued)
(4) Lubricate release fork and pivot contact sur-
faces with Mopart High Temperature wheel bearing
grease before installation.
(5) Align and install clutch housing on transmis-
sion (Fig. 23). Tighten housing bolts closest to align-
ment dowels first and to the following torque values:
• 1/4in. diameter “A” bolts are torqued to 4.5 N·m
(40 in.lb.).
• 3/8in. diameter “A” bolts are torqued to 47.5
N·m (35 ft.lb.).
• 7/16in. diameter “A” bolts are torqued to 68 N·m
(50 ft.lb.).
• “B” bolts for 5.2L/5.9L applications are torqued
to 41 N·m (30 ft.lb.).
• “B” bolts for 5.9L TD/8.0L applications are
torqued to 47.5 N·m (35 ft.lb.).
Fig. 22 Transmission/Clutch Housing - NV4500 • “C” bolts for 5.2/5.9L applications are torqued to
1 - CLUTCH HOUSING 68 N·m (50 ft.lb.).
2 - NV4500 TRANSMISSION • “C” bolts for 5.9L TD applications are torqued to
47.5 N·m (35 ft.lb.).
• “C” bolts for 8.0L applications are torqued to
74.5 N·m (55 ft.lb.).
(6) Install transmission-to-engine strut after
installing clutch housing. Tighten bolt attaching
strut to clutch housing first and engine bolt last.
(7) Install the starter to the clutch housing.
(8) Install the clutch housing dust shield to the
clutch housing. Tighten the bolts to
(9) Install transmission and transfer case, if
equipped. Refer to 21Transmission and Transfer Case
for proper procedures.
OPERATION
The release bearing is operated by a release fork in
the clutch housing. Slave cylinder force causes the
release lever to move the release bearing into contact
with the diaphragm spring. As additional force is
applied, the bearing presses the diaphragm spring
Fig. 23 Clutch Housing Installation - NV4500
fingers inward on the fulcrums. This action moves
1 - ENGINE BLOCK
the pressure plate rearward relieving clamp force on
2 - CLUTCH DISC AND COVER
the disc. Releasing pedal pressure removes clutch
3 - CLUTCH HOUSING
4 - DUST COVER
hydraulic pressure. The release bearing then moves
away from the diaphragm spring which allows the
pressure plate to exert clamping force on the clutch
disc.
BR/BE CLUTCH 6 - 15
CLUTCH RELEASE BEARING (Continued)
(2) Inspect release lever and pivot stud. Be sure
stud is secure and in good condition. Be sure fork is
not distorted or worn. Replace fork spring clips if
bent or damaged.
(3) Lubricate input shaft splines, bearing retainer
slide surface, lever pivot ball stud, and release lever
pivot surface with Mopart high temperature bearing
grease.
(4) Install release fork and release bearing (Fig.
26). Be sure fork and bearing are properly secured by
spring clips. Also be sure that the release fork is
installed properly. The rear side of the release lever
has one end with a raised area. This raised area goes
toward the slave cylinder side of the transmission.
REMOVAL
(1) Remove transmission and transfer case, if
equipped. Refer to Group 21, Transmission and
Transfer Case, for proper procedures.
(2) Remove clutch housing, for NV4500 equipped
vehicles.
(3) Disconnect release bearing from release fork
and remove bearing (Fig. 25).
PRESSURE PLATE
Fig. 25 Clutch Release Components DESCRIPTION
1 - CONED WASHER The clutch pressure plate assembly is a diaphragm
2 - CLUTCH HOUSING type with a one-piece spring and multiple release fin-
3 - RELEASE FORK gers. The pressure plate release fingers are preset
4 - RELEASE BEARING AND SLEEVE during manufacture and are not adjustable. The
5 - PIVOT 23 N·m (200 IN. LBS.)
assembly also contains the cover, pressure plate, and
6 - SPRING
fulcrum components.
Various sizes and designs of clutch covers are used
INSTALLATION for the different engine and transmission combina-
(1) Inspect bearing slide surface on transmission tions. The currently used clutch covers and applica-
front bearing retainer. Replace retainer if slide sur- tions are listed below.
face is scored, worn, or cracked.
6 - 16 CLUTCH BR/BE
PRESSURE PLATE (Continued)
Two clutch covers are used for all applications. The
281 mm cover (Fig. 27) is used for 3.9L, 5.2L and
5.9L gas engine applications.
1 - COVER
2 - RELEASE FINGERS
3 - PRESSURE PLATE
4 - 281 mm (11 in.)
OPERATION
The clutch pressure plate assembly clamps the
clutch disc against the flywheel. When the release
bearing is depressed by the shift fork, the pressure
exerted on the clutch disc by the pressure plate
spring is decreased. As additional force is applied,
the bearing presses the diaphragm spring fingers
inward on the fulcrums. This action moves the pres- Fig. 29 Flywheel
sure plate rearward relieving clamp force on the disc.
1 - CRANKSHAFT
The clutch disc is disengaged and freewheeling at
2 - RING GEAR
this point. 3 - FLYWHEEL
FLYWHEEL OPERATION
The flywheel serves to dampen the engine firing
DESCRIPTION pulses. The heavy weight of the flywheel relative to
The flywheel (Fig. 29) is a heavy plate bolted to the the rotating mass of the engine components serves to
rear of the crankshaft. The flywheel incorporates the stabilize the flow of power to the remainder of the
ring gear around the outer circumference to mesh drivetrain. The crankshaft has the tendency to
with the starter to permit engine cranking. The rear attempt to speed up and slow down in response to
face of the flywheel serves as the driving member to the cylinder firing pulses. The flywheel dampens
the clutch disc. these impulses by absorbing energy when the crank-
BR/BE CLUTCH 6 - 17
FLYWHEEL (Continued)
shaft speeds and releasing the energy back into the ASSEMBLY
system when the crankshaft slows down.
NOTE: The ring gear is a shrink fit on the flywheel.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - FLYWHEEL This means the gear must be expanded by heating
Check flywheel runout whenever misalignment is in order to install it. The method of heating and
suspected. Flywheel runout should not exceed 0.08 expanding the gear is extremely important. Every
mm (0.003 in.). Measure runout at the outer edge of surface of the gear must be heated at the same
the flywheel face with a dial indicator. Mount the time to produce uniform expansion. An oven or
indicator on a stud installed in place of one of the fly- similar enclosed heating device must be used. Tem-
wheel bolts. perature required for uniform expansion is approxi-
Common causes of runout are: mately 375° F.
• heat warpage
• improper machining
• incorrect bolt tightening CAUTION: Do not use an oxy/acetylene torch to
• improper seating on crankshaft flange shoulder remove the old gear, or to heat and expand a new
• foreign material on crankshaft flange gear. The high temperature of the torch flame can
Flywheel machining is not recommended. The fly- cause localized heating that will damage the fly-
wheel clutch surface is machined to a unique contour wheel. In addition, using the torch to heat a replace-
and machining will negate this feature. However, ment gear will cause uneven heating and
minor flywheel scoring can be cleaned up by hand with expansion. The torch flame can also anneal the
180 grit emery, or with surface grinding equipment. gear teeth resulting in rapid wear and damage after
Remove only enough material to reduce scoring installation.
(approximately 0.001 - 0.003 in.). Heavy stock removal
is not recommended. Replace the flywheel if scoring
is severe and deeper than 0.076 mm (0.003 in.). WARNING: WEAR PROTECTIVE GOGGLES OR
Excessive stock removal can result in flywheel crack- SAFETY GLASSES AND HEAT RESISTENT GLOVES
ing or warpage after installation; it can also weaken WHEN HANDLING A HEATED RING GEAR.
the flywheel and interfere with proper clutch release.
(1) The heated gear must be installed evenly to
Clean the crankshaft flange before mounting the
flywheel. Dirt and grease on the flange surface may avoid misalignment or distortion.
cock the flywheel causing excessive runout. Use new (2) Position and install the heated ring gear on the
bolts when remounting a flywheel and secure the flywheel with a shop press and a suitable press
bolts with Mopart Lock And Seal. Tighten flywheel plates.
bolts to specified torque only. Overtightening can dis- (3) Place flywheel on work bench and let it cool in
tort the flywheel hub causing runout. normal shop air. Allow the ring gear to cool down
completely before installation it on the engine.
DISASSEMBLY
CAUTION: Do not use water or compressed air to
NOTE: If the teeth are worn or damaged, the fly- cool the flywheel. The rapid cooling produced by
wheel should be replaced as an assembly. This is water or compressed air will distort or crack the
the recommended and preferred method of repair. new gear.
In cases where a new flywheel is not readily avail-
able, (V10/Diesel Engine only) a replacement ring
gear can be installed. The following procedure must
be observed to avoid damaging the flywheel and PILOT BEARING
replacement gear.
DESCRIPTION
Vehicles equipped with a manual transmission uti-
WARNING: WEAR PROTECTIVE GOGGLES OR lize a pilot bearing. This bearing is located in the
SAFETY GLASSES WHILE CUTTING RING GEAR. back of the engine crankshaft. Depending on the type
of engine or application, the pilot bearing can be a
(1) Mark position of the old gear for alignment ref- solid soft metallic bushing or a fully caged needle
erence on the flywheel. Use a scriber for this pur- bearing. The pilot bearing’s main functions are to
pose. support the transmission input shaft, maintain
(2) Remove the old gear by cutting most of the way proper alignment of the clutch assembly and allow
through it (at one point) with an abrasive cut-off the transmission main shaft to rotate at a different
wheel. Then complete removal with a cold chisel or speed than the engine mounted crankshaft.
punch.
6 - 18 CLUTCH BR/BE
PILOT BEARING (Continued)
OPERATION
The pilot bearing supports the transmission input
shaft, maintains proper clutch assembly alignment
and allows the transmission input shaft to rotate at a
different speed (RPM) than the engine mounted
crankshaft.
When the clutch pedal is depressed (with vehicle in
drive mode) the clutch disc slows and stops therefore,
the transmission input shaft slows and stops as well.
The pilot bearing allows the engine crankshaft to
continue to rotate even though the transmission
input shaft is stationary.
REMOVAL
(1) Remove transmission, transfer case, if
equipped, and clutch housing. Refer to Group 21,
Transmission and Transfer Case, for proper proce-
dures.
(2) Remove clutch cover and disc.
(3) Using a suitable blind hole puller, remove pilot
bearing.
Fig. 30 Typical Method Of Installing Pilot Bearing
INSTALLATION
1 - PILOT BEARING
(1) Clean bearing bore with solvent and wipe dry
2 - ALIGNMENT TOOL
with shop towel.
3 - LETTER SIDE MUST FACE TRANSMISSION
(2) Install new bearing with clutch alignment tool
(Fig. 30). Keep bearing straight during installation.
Do not allow bearing to become cocked. Tap bearing
into place until flush with edge of bearing bore. Do
not recess bearing.
(3) Install clutch cover and disc.
(4) Install clutch housing, transmission and trans-
fer case, if equipped. Refer to Group 21, Transmis-
sion and Transfer Case, for proper procedures.
CLUTCH PEDAL
REMOVAL
(1) Remove retaining clips that secure the brake
and clutch pedals to the push rods (Fig. 31).
(2) Remove the brake and clutch master cylinder
pushrods from the pedals.
(3) Remove knee bolster (Fig. 32) for access to
pedal pivot shaft.
(4) Remove brake lamp switch.
(5) Remove retainer from passenger side of pedal
pivot shaft (Fig. 33).
(6) Push pedal pivot shaft toward driver side of
Fig. 31 Clutch Cylinder Push Rod Attachment
support only enough to remove clutch pedal. It is not
1 - PIN
necessary to remove shaft from pedal support
2 - CLUTCH INTERLOCK WIRE
entirely.
3 - PUSH ROD
(7) Remove clutch pedal. 4 - CLIP
BR/BE CLUTCH 6 - 19
CLUTCH PEDAL (Continued)
(2) Lubricate pedal shaft, pedal shaft bore (Fig. 33)
and all bushings with Mopart Multi Mileage, or high
temperature bearing grease.
(3) Position clutch pedal in support. Align pedal
with pivot shaft and slide shaft through pedal bush-
ings. Then repeat process for brake pedal.
(4) Slide pedal shaft through support and install
shaft retainer.
(5) Secure push rods to clutch and brake pedals.
(6) Install brake lamp switch in bracket.
(7) Install knee bolster.
LINKAGE
DESCRIPTION
Fig. 32 Knee Bolster Removal—Typical The hydraulic linkage consists of a clutch master
1 - INSTRUMENT PANEL FLANGES cylinder, reservoir, a clutch slave cylinder and an
2 - KNEE BOLSTER interconnecting fluid line 9 (Fig 34).
The clutch master cylinder push rod is connected
to the clutch pedal. The slave cylinder push rod is
connected to the clutch release fork. The master cyl-
inder is mounted on the driver side of the dash panel
adjacent to the brake master cylinder and booster
assembly.
INSTALLATION
(1) Inspect bushings in clutch and brake pedals The hydraulic linkage is serviced as an assembly only.
(Fig. 33). Replace bushings if worn, cracked, or dis- The individual components that form the linkage
torted. assembly cannot be overhauled or serviced separately.
6 - 20 CLUTCH BR/BE
LINKAGE (Continued)
The clutch fluid reservoir, master cylinder, slave
cylinder and fluid lines are pre-filled with fluid at
the factory during assembly operations.
The hydraulic system should not require additional
fluid under normal circumstances. The reservoir
fluid level will actually increase as normal
clutch wear occurs. Avoid overfilling, or remov-
ing fluid from the reservoir.
Clutch fluid level is checked at the master cylinder
reservoir. An indicator ring is provided on the outside
of the reservoir. With the cap and diaphragm
removed, fluid level should not be above indicator
ring.
To avoid contaminating the hydraulic fluid during
inspection, wipe reservoir and cover clean before
removing the cap.
OPERATION
The clutch linkage uses hydraulic pressure to oper-
ate the clutch. Depressing the clutch pedal develops
fluid pressure in the clutch master cylinder. This
pressure is transmitted to the slave cylinder through Fig. 35 Clutch Hydraulic Linkage
a connecting line. In turn, the slave cylinder operates
1 - DASH PANEL
the clutch release lever. 2 - CYLINDER RESERVOIR
The slave cylinder has an integral spring which 3 - CLUTCH MASTER CYLINDER
preloads the release bearing against the clutch dia- 4 - SLAVE CYLINDER
phragm fingers to maintain zero free-play. 5 - CLUTCH HYDRAULIC LINE
Slave cylinder force causes the release lever to
move the release bearing into contact with the dia-
(8) Remove retaining clip (Fig. 36).
phragm spring. As additional force is applied, the
(9) Slide clutch master cylinder push rod off pedal
bearing presses the diaphragm spring fingers inward
pin.
on the fulcrums. This action moves the pressure
(10) Inspect condition of bushing in the clutch
plate rearward relieving clamp force on the disc.
master cylinder pushrod (Fig. 36). Replace the clutch
hydraulic linkage if bushing is worn or damaged.
REMOVAL (11) Verify that cap on clutch master cylinder res-
The factory installed hydraulic linkage has a quick ervoir is tight. This will avoid spillage during
disconnect at the slave cylinder. This fitting should removal.
not be disconnected or tampered with. The hydraulic (12) Remove the nuts holding the clutch master
linkage is serviced as an assembly only, but it comes cylinder to the dash panel.
as two pieces to ease installation. Once the clutch (13) Remove screws that attach clutch fluid reser-
hydraulic line is connected to the slave cylinder, it voir to dash panel.
should not be disconnected. The individual compo- (14) Remove the clutch master cylinder from the
nents that form the linkage assembly cannot be over- dash panel.
hauled or serviced separately. (15) Remove clutch cylinders, reservoir and con-
(1) Raise and support vehicle. necting lines from vehicle.
(2) Remove nuts attaching slave cylinder to studs
on clutch housing (Fig. 35). INSTALLATION
(3) Remove slave cylinder from clutch housing.
The factory installed hydraulic linkage has a quick
(4) Remove the plastic clip securing the hydraulic
disconnect at the slave cylinder. This fitting should
line to the dash panel from the lower dash panel
not be disconnected or tampered with. The hydraulic
flange.
linkage is serviced as an assembly only, but it comes
(5) Remove the plastic clip securing the hydraulic
as two pieces to ease installation. Once the clutch
line to the dash panel from the upper dash panel
hydraulic line is connected to the slave cylinder, it
stud.
(6) Lower vehicle.
(7) Disconnect clutch pedal interlock switch wires.
BR/BE CLUTCH 6 - 21
LINKAGE (Continued)
(7) Position clutch fluid reservoir on dash panel
and install reservoir screws. Tighten screws to 5 N·m
(40 in. lbs.) torque.
(8) Install the plastic clip securing the hydraulic
line to the dash panel into the lower dash panel
flange.
(9) Install the plastic clip securing the hydraulic
line to the dash panel onto the upper dash panel
stud.
(10) Raise vehicle.
(11) Install slave cylinder. Be sure cap at end of
cylinder rod is seated in release lever. Check this
before installing cylinder attaching nuts.
OPERATION
The switch, which is in circuit with the starter
solenoid, requires that the clutch pedal be fully
depressed in order to start the engine. Switch cir-
cuitry and operation is provided in section 8W of
Group 8.
The position switch is an integral part of the clutch
master cylinder push rod and is not serviced
separately.
COOLING
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
DESCRIPTION—HOSE CLAMPS
The cooling system utilizes both worm drive and
spring type hose clamps. If a spring type clamp
replacement is necessary, replace with the original
Mopart equipment spring type clamp.
TRAILER TOWING:
Consult Trailer Towing section of owners manual.
Do not exceed limits.
Operate engine without pressure cap on radiator CAUTION: Avoid overheating. Do not operate
until thermostat opens. Attach a Pressure Tester to engine for an excessive period of time. Open drain-
filler neck. If pressure builds up quickly it indicates a cock immediately after test to eliminate boil over.
combustion leak exists. This is usually the result of a
cylinder head gasket leak or crack in engine. Repair Start engine and accelerate rapidly three times, to
as necessary. approximately 3000 rpm while observing coolant. If
If there is not an immediate pressure increase, internal engine combustion gases are leaking into
pump the Pressure Tester. Do this until indicated cooling system, bubbles will appear in coolant. If bub-
pressure is within system range of 110 kPa (16 psi). bles do not appear, internal combustion gas leakage
Fluctuation of gauge pointer indicates compression or is not present.
combustion leakage into cooling system.
Because the vehicle is equipped with a catalytic
converter, do not remove spark plug cables or short
out cylinders to isolate compression leak.
BR/BE COOLING 7-7
COOLING (Continued)
TEMPERATURE 1. Trailer is being towed, a steep hill is 1. This may be a temporary condition and
GAUGE READS HIGH being climbed, vehicle is operated in slow repair is not necessary. Turn off the air
OR THE COOLANT moving traffic, or engine is being idled conditioning and attempt to drive the
WARNING LAMP with very high ambient (outside) vehicle without any of the previous
ILLUMINATES. temperatures and the air conditioning is conditions. Observe the temperature
COOLANT MAY OR on. Higher altitudes could aggravate gauge. The gauge should return to the
MAY NOT BE LOST OR these conditions. normal range. If the gauge does not
LEAKING FROM THE return to the normal range, determine the
COOLING SYSTEM cause for overheating and repair. Refer to
Possible Causes (2-20).
2. Is the temperature gauge reading 2. Check gauge. (Refer to 8 -
correctly? ELECTRICAL/INSTRUMENT CLUSTER -
SCHEMATIC - ELECTRICAL) . Repair as
necessary.
3. Is the temperature warning illuminating 3. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
unnecessarily? INSTRUMENT CLUSTER - SCHEMATIC -
ELECTRICAL).
4. Coolant low in coolant reserve/overflow 4. Check for coolant leaks and repair as
tank and radiator? necessary. (Refer to 7 - COOLING -
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING).
7-8 COOLING BR/BE
COOLING (Continued)
17. Viscous fan drive not operating 17. Check fan drive operation and replace
properly. as necessary. (Refer to 7 - COOLING/
ENGINE/FAN DRIVE VISCOUS CLUTCH
- REMOVAL) .
18. Cylinder head gasket leaking. 18. Check for cylinder head gasket leaks.
(Refer to 7 - COOLING - DIAGNOSIS
AND TESTING).
19. Heater core leaking. 19. Check heater core for leaks. (Refer to
24 - HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING/
PLUMBING - DIAGNOSIS AND
TESTING). Repair as necessary.
TEMPERATURE 1. During cold weather operation, with the 1. A normal condition. No correction is
GAUGE READING IS heater blower in the high position, the necessary.
INCONSISTENT gauge reading may drop slightly.
(FLUCTUATES,
CYCLES OR IS 2. Temperature gauge or engine mounted 2. Check operation of gauge and repair if
ERRATIC) gauge sensor defective or shorted. Also, necessary. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
corroded or loose wiring in this circuit. INSTRUMENT CLUSTER - DIAGNOSIS
AND TESTING).
3. Gauge reading rises when vehicle is 3. A normal condition. No correction is
brought to a stop after heavy use (engine necessary. Gauge should return to normal
still running) range after vehicle is driven.
4. Gauge reading high after re-starting a 4. A normal condition. No correction is
warmed up (hot) engine. necessary. The gauge should return to
normal range after a few minutes of
engine operation.
5. Coolant level low in radiator (air will 5. Check and correct coolant leaks. (Refer
build up in the cooling system causing to 7 - COOLING - DIAGNOSIS AND
the thermostat to open late). TESTING).
6. Cylinder head gasket leaking allowing 6. (a) Check for cylinder head gasket
exhaust gas to enter cooling system leaks. (Refer to 7 - COOLING -
causing a thermostat to open late. DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING).
(b) Check for coolant in the engine oil.
Inspect for white steam emitting from the
exhaust system. Repair as necessary.
7. Water pump impeller loose on shaft. 7. Check water pump and replace as
necessary. (Refer to 7 - COOLING/
ENGINE/WATER PUMP - REMOVAL).
8. Loose accessory drive belt. (water 8. (Refer to 7 - COOLING/ACCESSORY
pump slipping) DRIVE/DRIVE BELTS - DIAGNOSIS AND
TESTING). Check and correct as
necessary.
9. Air leak on the suction side of the 9. Locate leak and repair as necessary.
water pump allows air to build up in
cooling system causing thermostat to
open late.
7 - 10 COOLING BR/BE
COOLING (Continued)
PRESSURE CAP IS 1. Pressure relief valve in radiator cap is 1. Check condition of radiator cap and
BLOWING OFF STEAM defective. cap seals. (Refer to 7 - COOLING/
AND/OR COOLANT TO ENGINE/RADIATOR PRESSURE CAP -
COOLANT TANK. DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING). Replace
TEMPERATURE cap as necessary.
GAUGE READING MAY
BE ABOVE NORMAL
BUT NOT HIGH.
COOLANT LEVEL MAY
BE HIGH IN COOLANT
RESERVE/OVERFLOW
TANK
COOLANT LOSS TO 1. Coolant leaks in radiator, cooling 1. Pressure test and repair as necessary.
THE GROUND system hoses, water pump or engine. (Refer to 7 - COOLING - DIAGNOSIS
WITHOUT PRESSURE AND TESTING).
CAP BLOWOFF.
GAUGE READING
HIGH OR HOT
HOSE OR HOSES 1. Vacuum created in cooling system on 1. (a) Radiator cap relief valve stuck.
COLLAPSE WHILE engine cool-down is not being relieved (Refer to 7 - COOLING/ENGINE/
ENGINE IS RUNNING through coolant reserve/overflow system. RADIATOR PRESSURE CAP -
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING). Replace if
necessary
(b) Hose between coolant reserve/
overflow tank and radiator is kinked.
Repair as necessary.
(c) Vent at coolant reserve/overflow tank
is plugged. Clean vent and repair as
necessary.
(d) Reserve/overflow tank is internally
blocked or plugged. Check for blockage
and repair as necessary.
BR/BE COOLING 7 - 11
COOLING (Continued)
NOISY VISCOUS 1. Fan blades loose. 1. Replace fan blade assembly. (Refer to
FAN/DRIVE 7 - COOLING/ENGINE/RADIATOR FAN -
REMOVAL)
2. Fan blades striking a surrounding 2. Locate point of fan blade contact and
object. repair as necessary.
3. Air obstructions at radiator or air 3. Remove obstructions and/or clean
conditioning condenser. debris or insects from radiator or A/C
condenser.
4. Thermal viscous fan drive has 4. Replace fan drive. Bearing is not
defective bearing. serviceable. (Refer to 7 - COOLING/
ENGINE/FAN DRIVE VISCOUS CLUTCH
- REMOVAL).
5. A certain amount of fan noise may be 5. (Refer to 7 - COOLING/ENGINE/FAN
evident on models equipped with a DRIVE VISCOUS CLUTCH -
thermal viscous fan drive. Some of this DESCRIPTION) for an explanation of
noise is normal. normal fan noise.
INADEQUATE HEATER 1. Has a Diagnostic trouble Code (DTC) 1. (Refer to 25 - EMISSIONS CONTROL -
PERFORMANCE. been set? DESCRIPTION) for correct procedures
THERMOSTAT FAILED and replace thermostat if necessary
IN OPEN POSITION
2. Coolant level low 2. (Refer to 7 - COOLING - DIAGNOSIS
AND TESTING).
3. Obstructions in heater hose/fittings 3. Remove heater hoses at both ends and
check for obstructions
4. Heater hose kinked 4. Locate kinked area and repair as
necessary
5. Water pump is not pumping water 5. (Refer to 7 - COOLING/ENGINE/
to/through the heater core. When the WATER PUMP - REMOVAL). If a slipping
engine is fully warmed up, both heater belt is detected, (Refer to 7 - COOLING/
hoses should be hot to the touch. If only ACCESSORY DRIVE/DRIVE BELTS -
one of the hoses is hot, the water pump DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING). If heater
may not be operating correctly or the core obstruction is detected, (Refer to 24
heater core may be plugged. Accessory - HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING/
drive belt may be slipping causing poor PLUMBING/HEATER CORE -
water pump operation. REMOVAL).
STEAM IS COMING 1. During wet weather, moisture (snow, 1. Occasional steam emitting from this
FROM THE FRONT OF ice or rain condensation) on the radiator area is normal. No repair is necessary.
VEHICLE NEAR THE will evaporate when the thermostat
GRILL AREA WHEN opens. This opening allows heated water
WEATHER IS WET, into the radiator. When the moisture
ENGINE IS WARMED contacts the hot radiator, steam may be
UP AND RUNNING, emitted. This usually occurs in cold
AND VEHICLE IS weather with no fan or airflow to blow it
STATIONARY. away.
TEMPERATURE
GAUGE IS IN NORMAL
RANGE
7 - 12 COOLING BR/BE
COOLING (Continued)
TEMPERATUREGAUGE READS 1. Vehicle is equipped with a heavy 1. None. System operating normaly.
LOW duty cooling system.
2. Temperature gauge not 2. Connect gauge.
connected
3. Temperature gauge connected 3. Check gauge. Refer (Refer to 8 -
but not operating. ELECTRICAL/INSTRUMENT
CLUSTER - DIAGNOSIS AND
TESTING)
4. Coolant level low. 4. Fill cooling system. (Refer to 7 -
COOLING - STANDARD
PROCEDURE)
TEMPERATURE GAUGE READS 1. Vehicle overloaded, high ambient 1. Temporary condition, repair not
HIGH. COOLANT MAY OR MAY (outside) temperatures with A/C required. Notify customer of vehicle
NOT BE LEAKING FROM SYSTEM turned on, stop and go driving or operation instructions located in
prolonged operation at idle speeds. Owners Manual.
2. Temperature gauge not 2. Check gauge. (Refer to 8 -
functioning correctly. ELECTRICAL/INSTRUMENT
CLUSTER - DIAGNOSIS AND
TESTING)
3. Air traped in cooling 3. Drain cooling system (Refer to 7 -
COOLING - STANDARD
PROCEDURE) and refill (Refer to 7
- COOLING - STANDARD
PROCEDURE)
4. Radiator cap faulty. 4. Replace radiator cap.
5. Plugged A/C or radiator cooling 5. Clean all debre away from A/C
fins. and radiator cooling fins.
BR/BE COOLING 7 - 13
COOLING (Continued)
TEMPERATURE GAUGE READING 1. Heavy duty cooling system, 1. None. System operating normaly.
INCONSISTENT ( ERRATIC, extream cold ambient (outside)
CYCLES OR FLUCTUATES) temperature or heater blower motor
in high position.
2. Temperature gauge or gauge 2. Check gauge. (Refer to 8 -
sensor defective. ELECTRICAL/INSTRUMENT
CLUSTER - DIAGNOSIS AND
TESTING)
3. Temporary heavy usage or load. 3. None. Normal condition.
4. Air traped in cooling system. 4. Fill cooling system (Refer to 7 -
COOLING - STANDARD
PROCEDURE).
5. Water pump 5. Replace water pump.
6. Air leak on suction side of water 6. Check for leak. (Refer to 7 -
pump. COOLING - DIAGNOSIS AND
TESTING)
RADIATOR CAP LEAKING STEAM 1. Radiator cap defective. 1. Replace radiator cap.
AND /OR COOLANT INTO
2. Radiator neck surface damaged. 2. Replace radiator.
RESERVOIR BOTTLE.
(TEMPERATURE GAUGE MAY
READ HIGH)
7 - 14 COOLING BR/BE
COOLING (Continued)
HOSE OR HOSES COLLAPSE 1. Vacuum created in cooling 1. Replace radiator cap, check vent
WHEN ENGINE IS COOLING. system on engine cool-down is not hose between radiator and reservoir
being relieved through coolant bottle for blockage also check
reservior/overflow system. reservoir bottle vent for blockage.
NOISY FAN 1. Fan blade(s) loose, damaged. 1. Replace fan blade assembly.
2. Thermal viscous fan drive. 2. None. Normal condition.
3. Fan blades striking surrounding 3. Locate contact point and repair
objects. as necessary.
4. Thermal viscous fan drive 4. Replace viscous fan drive
bearing. assembly.
INADEQUATE AIR CONDITIONER 1. Radiator and/or A/C condenser 1. Remove obstruction and/or clean.
PERFORMANCE (COOLING air flow obstructed.
SYSTEM SUSPECTED) 2. Thermal viscous fan drive not 2. Check fan drive. (Refer to 7 -
working. COOLING/ENGINE/FAN DRIVE
VISCOUS CLUTCH - DIAGNOSIS
AND TESTING)
3. Air seals around radiator 3. Inspect air seals, repair or
damaged or missing. replace as necessary.
INADEQUATE HEATER 1. Heavy duty cooling system, and 1. None. Normal condition.
PERFORMANCE. GUAGE MAY OR cooler ambient temperatures.
MAY NOT READ LOW. 2. Obstruction in heater hoses. 2. Remove hoses, remove
obstruction.
3. Water pump damaged. 3. Replace water pump.
STANDARD PROCEDURE—DRAINING ING). The coolant need not be removed from tank
unless the system is being refilled with fresh mix-
COOLING SYSTEM 3.9L/5.2L/5.9L/8.0L
ture.
ENGINES (4) Remove radiator pressure cap.
WARNING: DO NOT REMOVE CYLINDER BLOCK
STANDARD PROCEDURE—REFILLING
DRAIN PLUGS OR LOOSEN RADIATOR DRAIN-
COCK WITH SYSTEM HOT AND UNDER PRESSURE. COOLING SYSTEM 3.9L/5.2L/5.9L/8.0L
SERIOUS BURNS FROM COOLANT CAN OCCUR. ENGINES
DO NOT WASTE reusable coolant. If solution is WARNING: DO NOT REMOVE CYLINDER BLOCK
clean, drain coolant into a clean container for reuse. DRAIN PLUGS OR LOOSEN RADIATOR DRAIN-
(1) Remove radiator pressure cap. COCK WITH SYSTEM HOT AND UNDER PRESSURE.
(2) Loosen radiator petcock. SERIOUS BURNS FROM COOLANT CAN OCCUR.
(3) Remove cylinder block drain plugs. Refer to
(Fig. 7). DO NOT WASTE reusable coolant. If solution is
clean, drain coolant into a clean container for reuse.
Clean cooling system prior to refilling. (Refer to 7 -
COOLING - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
(1) Install cylinder block drain plugs. Coat the
threads with Mopart Thread Sealant with Teflon.
(2) Close radiator petcock.
(3) Fill cooling system with a 50/50 mixture of
water and antifreeze.
(4) Fill coolant reserve/overflow tank to FULL
mark on indicator stick.
(5) Start and operate engine until thermostat
opens (upper radiator hose warm to touch).
(6) If necessary, add a 50/50 water and antifreeze
mixture to the coolant reserve/overflow tank. This is
done to maintain coolant level between the FULL
and ADD marks. The level in the reserve/overflow
Fig. 7 Cylinder Block Drain Plug—3.9L/5.2L/5.9L tank may drop below the ADD mark after three or
four warm-up and cool-down cycles.
1 - BLOCK DRAIN PLUG Engines
STANDARD PROCEDURE—REFILLING
STANDARD PROCEDURE—DRAINING COOLING COOLING SYSTEM 5.9L DIESEL ENGINE
SYSTEM 5.9L DIESEL ENGINE Clean cooling system prior to refilling (Refer to 7 -
COOLING - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
WARNING: DO NOT REMOVE THE CYLINDER (1) Close radiator drain plug.
BLOCK DRAIN PLUGS OR LOOSEN THE RADIATOR
DRAIN PLUG WITH SYSTEM HOT AND UNDER CAUTION: Due to the use of the one-way check
PRESSURE. SERIOUS BURNS FROM COOLANT valve, the engine must not be operating when refill-
CAN OCCUR. ing the cooling system.
STANDARD PROCEDURE—ADDING
ADDITIONAL COOLANT
Do not remove radiator cap to add coolant to
system.When adding coolant to maintain correct
level, do so at coolant reserve/overflow tank. Use a
50/50 mixture of ethylene glycol antifreeze containing
Alugard 340-2 y and low mineral content water.
Remove radiator cap only for testing or when refill-
ing system after service. Removing cap unnecessarily
can cause loss of coolant and allow air to enter sys-
tem, which produces corrosion. Fig. 8 COOLANT RESERVE/OVERFLOW TANK—ALL
EXCEPT 8.0L V-10 ENGINE
STANDARD PROCEDURE—COOLANT LEVEL 1 - T-SLOTS
CHECK 2 - ALIGNMENT PIN
3 - FAN SHROUD
NOTE: Do not remove radiator cap for routine cool- 4 - COOLANT RESERVE/OVERFLOW TANK
ant level inspections. The coolant level can be
checked at coolant recovery bottle .
REVERSE FLUSHING
The coolant reserve/overflow system provides a Reverse flushing of cooling system is the forcing of
quick method for determining coolant level without water through the cooling system. This is done using
removing radiator pressure cap. With engine not run- air pressure in the opposite direction of normal cool-
ning, open the coolant recovery bottle cap and ant flow. It is usually only necessary with very dirty
remove coolant level indicator dipstick to observe systems with evidence of partial plugging.
coolant level in coolant recovery bottle. The coolant
level should be between ADD and FULL marks. If REVERSE FLUSHING RADIATOR
the coolant level is at or below the ADD mark, fill Disconnect radiator hoses from radiator inlet and
the recovery bottle with a 50/50 mixture of antifreeze outlet. Attach a section of radiator hose to radiator
and water ONE QUART AT A TIME. Repeat this pro- bottom outlet fitting and insert flushing gun. Con-
cedure until the coolant level is at the FULL mark nect a water supply hose and air supply hose to
(Fig. 8). flushing gun.
SPECIAL TOOLS
COOLING
Pliers 6094
Spanner Wrench 6958
ACCESSORY DRIVE
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
OPERATION
WARNING: THE AUTOMATIC BELT TENSIONER
Fig. 2 Tensioner Indexing Marks and Mounting Nut ASSEMBLY IS SPRING LOADED. DO NOT ATTEMPT
1 - TENSIONER ASSEMBLY TO DISASSEMBLE THE TENSIONER ASSEMBLY.
2 - TENSIONER MOUNTING NUT
3 - INDEXING ARROW The automatic belt tensioner maintains correct belt
4 - INDEXING MARK tension using a coiled spring within the tensioner
housing. The spring applies pressure to the tensioner
arm pressing the arm into the belt, tensioning the
belt.
BR/BE ACCESSORY DRIVE 7 - 21
BELT TENSIONERS - 8.0L (Continued)
INSTALLATION
CAUTION: If the pulley is to be removed from the
tensioner, its mounting bolt has left-hand threads.
OPERATION
WARNING: THE AUTOMATIC BELT TENSIONER
ASSEMBLY IS SPRING LOADED. DO NOT ATTEMPT
TO DISASSEMBLE THE TENSIONER ASSEMBLY.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install tensioner assembly to mounting
bracket. A dowel is located on back of tensioner. Align
this dowel to hole in tensioner mounting bracket.
Tighten bolt to 41 N·m (30 ft. lbs.) torque.
(2) Install drive belt (Refer to 7 - COOLING/AC-
CESSORY DRIVE/DRIVE BELTS - INSTALLA-
TION).
Fig. 9 Belt
1 - WATER PUMP
2 - ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT
3 - AUTOMATIC BELT TENSIONER
4 - 3/89 SQUARE BOLT
5 - MOUNT. BOLT
7 - 24 ACCESSORY DRIVE BR/BE
BELT TENSIONERS - 5.9L DIESEL (Continued)
be replaced (Fig. 11). Also replace the belt if it has
excessive wear, frayed cords or severe glazing.
Refer to ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT DIAGNOSIS
CHART for further belt diagnosis.
RIB CHUNKING (One or more ribs 1. Foreign objects imbedded in 1. Remove foreign objects from
has separated from belt body) pulley grooves. pulley grooves. Replace belt.
2. Installation damage 2. Replace belt
LONGITUDAL BELT CRACKING 1. Belt has mistracked from pulley 1. Replace belt
groove
2. Pulley groove tip has worn away 2. Replace belt
rubber to tensile member
REMOVAL
NOTE: The belt routing schematics are published
from the latest information available at the time of
publication. If anything differs between these sche-
matics and the Belt Routing Label, use the sche-
matics on Belt Routing Label.This label is located in
the engine compartment.
INSTALLATION
CAUTION: When installing the accessory drive belt,
the belt must be routed correctly. If not, engine may
overheat due to water pump rotating in wrong
direction. Refer to (Fig. 13) (Fig. 14) for correct
engine belt routing. The correct belt with correct
length must be used.
RIB CHUNKING (One or more ribs 1. Foreign objects imbedded in 1. Remove foreign objects from
has separated from belt body) pulley grooves. pulley grooves. Replace belt.
2. Installation damage 2. Replace belt
LONGITUDAL BELT CRACKING 1. Belt has mistracked from pulley 1. Replace belt
groove
2. Pulley groove tip has worn away 2. Replace belt
rubber to tensile member
REMOVAL INSTALLATION
Drive belts are equipped with a spring loaded auto-
matic belt tensioner (Fig. 16). This belt tensioner will CAUTION: When installing the accessory drive belt,
be used on all belt configurations, such as with or the belt must be routed correctly. If not, engine may
without power steering or air conditioning. For more overheat due to water pump rotating in wrong
information, refer to Automatic Belt Tensioner, pro- direction. Refer to (Fig. 17) (Fig. 18) for correct
ceeding in this group. engine belt routing. The correct belt with correct
length must be used.
RIB CHUNKING (One or more ribs 1. Foreign objects imbedded in 1. Remove foreign objects from
has separated from belt body) pulley grooves. pulley grooves. Replace belt.
2. Installation damage 2. Replace belt
LONGITUDAL BELT CRACKING 1. Belt has mistracked from pulley 1. Replace belt
groove
2. Pulley groove tip has worn away 2. Replace belt
rubber to tensile member
REMOVAL
CAUTION: Do not attempt to check belt tension with
a belt tension gauge on vehicles equipped with an
automatic belt tensioner. Refer to Automatic Belt
Tensioner in this group.
INSTALLATION
CAUTION: When installing the accessory drive belt,
the belt must be routed correctly. If not, engine may
overheat due to water pump rotating in wrong
direction. Refer to (Fig. 21) (Fig. 22) for correct
engine belt routing. The correct belt with correct
length must be used.
INSTALLATION
NOTE: Make sure the two pump spacers are
present before assembling power steering pump to
adapter.
(1) Aline the steering pump drive dog with the slot
in the vacuum pump drive assembly, slide the steer-
ing pump into place on the adapter.Use care not to
damage the oil seal in the adapter body.
(2) Install the three steering pump to adapter
nuts, do not install the lower inboard mounting nut
at this time. Tighten nuts to 24 N·m (18 ft. lbs.).
(3) Position new gasket on vacuum pump mount-
ing flange (Fig. 29). Use Mopart Perfect Seal, or sil-
icone adhesive/sealer to hold gasket in place.
(4) Insert pump assembly upper attaching bolt in
mounting flange and gasket. Use sealer or grease to
hold bolt in place if necessary. Fig. 29 Pump Mounting Flange Gasket
(5) Position pump assembly on engine and install 1 - PUMP MOUNTING FLANGE
upper bolt (Fig. 30). Tighten upper bolt only enough 2 - PUMP GASKET (APPLY SEALER TO BOTH SIDES)
to hold assembly in place at this time.
7 - 38 ACCESSORY DRIVE BR/BE
VACUUM PUMP - 5.9L DIESEL (Continued)
(6) Working from under vehicle, install pump
assembly lower attaching bolt. Then tighten upper
and lower bolt to 77 N·m (57 ft. lbs.).
(7) Position bracket on steering pump inboard
stud. Then install remaining adapter attaching nut
on stud. Tighten nut to 24 N·m (18 ft. lbs.).
(8) Connect oil feed line to vacuum pump connec-
tor and tighten line fitting.
(9) Connect steering pump pressure and return
lines to pump. Tighten pressure line fitting to 30
N·m (22 ft. lbs.).
(10) Connect vacuum hose to vacuum pump.
(11) Connect battery cables, if removed.
(12) Fill power steering pump reservoir and Purge
air from steering pump lines (Refer to 19 - STEER-
ING/PUMP - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
Fig. 30 Installing Pump Assembly On Engine
1 - PUMP ASSEMBLY
2 - PUMP GASKET
3 - DRIVE GEAR
BR/BE ENGINE 7 - 39
ENGINE
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
COOLANT REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 ENGINE COOLANT THERMOSTAT - 8.0L
COOLANT RECOVERY CONTAINER - 3.9L/5.2L/ DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
5.9L/5.9L DIESEL OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 THERMOSTAT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
COOLANT RECOVERY CONTAINER - 8.0L ENGINE COOLANT THERMOSTAT - 5.9L
DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 DIESEL
OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
RADIATOR FAN - 3.9L/5.2L/5.9L/8.0L OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
CLEANING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 THERMOSTAT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
RADIATOR FAN - 5.9L DIESEL FAN DRIVE VISCOUS CLUTCH - 3.9L/5.2L/5.9L/
REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 8.0L
CLEANING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER - 3.9L/5.2L/5.9L VISCOUS FAN DRIVE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 FAN DRIVE VISCOUS CLUTCH - 5.9L DIESEL
OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER - 8.0L VISCOUS FAN DRIVE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 RADIATOR - 3.9L/5.2L/5.9L
OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER - 5.9L DIESEL RADIATOR COOLANT FLOW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 CLEANING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
ENGINE COOLANT TEMP SENSOR - 3.9L/5.2L/ RADIATOR - 8.0L
5.9L DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 RADIATOR COOLANT FLOW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
ENGINE COOLANT THERMOSTAT - 3.9L/5.2L/ CLEANING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
5.9L INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 RADIATOR - 5.9L DIESEL
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
THERMOSTAT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
7 - 40 ENGINE BR/BE
COOLANT RECOVERY cap. The system also provides some reserve coolant
to the radiator to cover minor leaks and evaporation
CONTAINER - 3.9L/5.2L/5.9L/ or boiling losses.
5.9L DIESEL As the engine cools, a vacuum is formed in the
cooling system of both the radiator and engine. Cool-
DESCRIPTION ant will then be drawn from the coolant tank and
The coolant reserve/overflow tank is mounted to returned to a proper level in the radiator.
the side of the fan shroud (Fig. 1), and is made of
high temperature plastic. REMOVAL
(1) Remove overflow hose from radiator.
(2) Unsnap the coolant reserve/overflow tank from
fan shroud. Lift straight up. The fan shroud is
equipped with T-shaped slots (Fig. 2) to attach the
tank. An alignment pin is located on the side of tank.
CLEANING
Clean the fan blades using a mild soap and water.
Fig. 5 Using Special Tool 6958 Spanner Wrench Do not use an abrasive to clean the blades.
1 - SPECIAL TOOL 6958 SPANNER WRENCH WITH ADAPTER
PINS 8346 INSPECTION
2 - FAN
WARNING: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO BEND OR
STRAIGHTEN FAN BLADES IF FAN IS NOT WITHIN
SPECIFICATIONS.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install fan blade assembly to viscous fan drive.
Tighten mounting bolts to 23 N·m (17 ft. lbs.) torque.
(2) Position the fan shroud and fan blade/viscous
fan drive to the vehicle as an assembly.
(3) Install viscous fan drive assembly on fan hub
shaft (Fig. 7). Tighten mounting nut to 57 N·m (42 ft.
lbs.) torque.
(4) Install fan shroud bolts into position and
tighten the mounting bolts to 6 N·m (50 in. lbs.)
torque.
(5) Connect the battery negative cables.
Fig. 9 Engine Block Heater Fig. 10 Engine Block Heater—8.0L V-10 Engine
1 - FREEZE PLUG HOLE 1 - FREEZE PLUG HOLE
2 - BLOCK HEATER 2 - SCREW
3 - SCREW 3 - POWER CORD (120V AC)
4 - POWER CORD (120V AC) 4 - BLOCK HEATER
5 - HEATING COIL 5 - HEATING COIL
6 - OIL FILTER
grounded 110-120 volt AC electrical outlet with a
grounded three wire extension cord provides the elec-
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER - 8.0L tricity needed to heat the element..
DESCRIPTION REMOVAL
An optional engine block heater is available on all (1) Disconnect battery negative cable.
models. The heater is equipped with a power cord. (2) Drain coolant from radiator and cylinder block
The heater is mounted in a core hole of the engine (Refer to 7 - COOLING - STANDARD PROCE-
cylinder block (in place of a freeze plug) with the DURE).
heating element immersed in engine coolant. The (3) Remove power cord from heater by unplugging
cord is attached to an engine compartment compo- (Fig. 11).
nent with tie-straps. (4) Loosen (but do not completely remove) the
The 8.0L V-10 engine has the block heater located screw at center of block heater (Fig. 11).
on the right side of engine next to the engine oil dip- (5) Remove block heater by carefully prying from
stick tube (Fig. 10). side-to-side. Note direction of heating element coil
(up or down). Element coil must be installed correctly
WARNING: DO NOT OPERATE ENGINE UNLESS to prevent damage.
BLOCK HEATER CORD HAS BEEN DISCONNECTED
FROM POWER SOURCE AND SECURED IN PLACE. INSTALLATION
THE POWER CORD MUST BE SECURED IN ITS
(1) Clean and inspect the block heater hole.
RETAINING CLIPS AND ROUTED AWAY FROM
(2) Install new O-ring seal(s) to heater in gasoline
EXHAUST MANIFOLDS AND MOVING PARTS.
engines.
(3) Insert block heater into cylinder block.
OPERATION (4) With heater fully seated, tighten center screw
to 2 N·m (17 in. lbs.).
The heater warms the engine coolant providing
easier engine starting and faster warm-up in low
temperatures. Connecting the power cord to a
BR/BE ENGINE 7 - 47
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER - 8.0L (Continued)
The 5.9L diesel engine has the block heater located
on the right side of the engine below the exhaust
manifold next to the oil cooler (Fig. 12).
REMOVAL
WARNING: HOT, PRESSURIZED COOLANT CAN
CAUSE INJURY BY SCALDING. COOLING SYSTEM
MUST BE PARTIALLY DRAINED BEFORE REMOV-
ING THE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR.
REFER TO GROUP 7, COOLING.
OPERATION
At key-on, the Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
sends out a regulated 5 volt signal to the ECT sensor.
The PCM then monitors the signal as it passes
through the ECT sensor to the sensor ground (sensor
return).
When the engine is cold, the PCM will operate in
Open Loop cycle. It will demand slightly richer air- Fig. 14 Engine Coolant Temperature
fuel mixtures and higher idle speeds. This is done 1 - GENERATOR
until normal operating temperatures are reached. 2 - A/C COMPRESSOR
The PCM uses inputs from the ECT sensor for the 3 - ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR
4 - ELEC. CONN.
following calculations:
• for engine coolant temperature gauge operation
through CCD or PCI (J1850) communications INSTALLATION
• Injector pulse-width
(1) Install sensor.
• Spark-advance curves
(2) Tighten to 6–8 N·m (55–75 in. lbs.) torque.
• ASD relay shut-down times
(3) Connect electrical connector to sensor. The sen-
• Idle Air Control (IAC) motor key-on steps
sor connector is symmetrical (not indexed). It can be
• Pulse-width prime-shot during cranking
installed to the sensor in either direction.
• O2 sensor closed loop times
(4) Install air cleaner assembly.
• Purge solenoid on/off times
(5) Refill cooling system (Refer to 7 - COOLING -
• EGR solenoid on/off times (if equipped)
STANDARD PROCEDURE).
• Leak Detection Pump operation (if equipped)
BR/BE ENGINE 7 - 49
The thermostat on the 3.9L, 5.2L and 5.9L gas ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTICS
powered engines is located beneath the thermostat All gasoline powered models are equipped with
housing at the front of the intake manifold (Fig. 15). On-Board Diagnostics for certain cooling system com-
The thermostat is a wax pellet driven, reverse pop- ponents. Refer to On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) in the
pet choke type. Diagnosis section of this group for additional infor-
Coolant leakage into the pellet container will cause mation. If the powertrain control module (PCM)
the thermostat to fail in the open position. Thermo- detects low engine coolant temperature, it will record
stats very rarely stick. Do not attempt to free a ther- a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) in the PCM mem-
mostat with a prying device. ory. Do not change a thermostat for lack of heat as
The same thermostat is used for winter and sum- indicated by the instrument panel gauge or by poor
mer seasons. An engine should not be operated with- heater performance unless a DTC is present. Refer to
out a thermostat, except for servicing or testing. the Diagnosis section of this group for other probable
Operating without a thermostat causes longer engine causes. For other DTC numbers, (Refer to 25 - EMIS-
warmup time, unreliable warmup performance, SIONS CONTROL - DESCRIPTION).
increased exhaust emissions and crankcase condensa- The DTC can also be accessed through the DRB
tion that can result in sludge formation. scan tool. Refer to the appropriate Powertrain Diag-
nostic Procedures information for diagnostic informa-
tion and operation of the DRB scan tool.
REMOVAL
WARNING: DO NOT LOOSEN RADIATOR DRAIN-
COCK WITH SYSTEM HOT AND PRESSURIZED.
SERIOUS BURNS FROM COOLANT CAN OCCUR.
(7) Air Conditioned vehicles; Install generator. Fig. 21 Belt Routing—5.2L and 5.9L Engines
Tighten bolts to 41 N·m (30 ft. lbs.). 1 - IDLER PULLEY
(8) Install support bracket (generator mounting 2 - GENERATOR PULLEY
bracket-to-intake manifold) (Fig. 16). Tighten bolts to 3 - A/C COMPRESSOR PULLEY
54 N·m (40 ft. lbs.) torque. 4 - IF W/OUT A/C
(9) Install accessory drive belt (Fig. 17)(Refer to 7 - 5 - POWER STEERING PUMP PULLEY
COOLING/ACCESSORY DRIVE/DRIVE BELTS - 6 - WATER PUMP PULLEY
7 - CRANKSHAFT PULLEY
INSTALLATION).
8 - AUTOMATIC TENSIONER
(10) Fill cooling system (Refer to 7 - COOLING -
STANDARD PROCEDURE).
(11) Connect battery negative cable. (12) Start and warm the engine. Check for leaks.
7 - 52 ENGINE BR/BE
ENGINE COOLANT
THERMOSTAT - 8.0L
DESCRIPTION
CAUTION: Do not operate an engine without a ther-
mostat, except for servicing or testing.
OPERATION
The wax pellet is located in a sealed container at Fig. 22 Thermostat—8.0L V-10 Engine
the spring end of the thermostat. When heated, the 1 - COOLANT TEMP. SENSOR (FOR PCM)
pellet expands, overcoming closing spring tension 2 - HEATER SUPPLY FITTING
and water pump pressure to force the valve to open. 3 - BOLTS (6)
4 - HOUSING WITH INTEGRAL SEAL
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING—THERMOSTAT 5 - THERMOSTAT
6 - RUBBER LIP SEAL
ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTICS 7 - TEMP. GAUGE SENDING UNIT
REMOVAL
WARNING: DO NOT LOOSEN THE RADIATOR
DRAINCOCK WITH THE SYSTEM HOT AND PRES-
BR/BE ENGINE 7 - 53
ENGINE COOLANT THERMOSTAT - 8.0L (Continued)
CAUTION: A number or letter is stamped into the
tongue of constant tension clamps . If replacement
is necessary, use only an original equipment clamp
with a matching number or letter.
REMOVAL
WARNING: DO NOT LOOSEN THE RADIATOR
DRAINCOCK WITH THE SYSTEM HOT AND PRES-
SURIZED. SERIOUS BURNS FROM THE COOLANT Fig. 27 Thermostat Removal/Installation
CAN OCCUR. 1 - WATER OUTLET CONNECTOR
2 - THERMOSTAT HOUSING
Do not waste reusable coolant. If the solution is 3 - THERMOSTAT
clean, drain the coolant into a clean container for
reuse.
(1) Disconnect the battery negative cables.
INSTALLATION
(2) Drain cooling system until coolant level is (1) Install the thermostat into the groove in the
below thermostat (Refer to 7 - COOLING - STAN- top of the thermostat housing (Fig. 27).
DARD PROCEDURE). (2) Install the water outlet connector and bolts.
Tighten the bolts to 24 N·m (18 ft. lbs.) torque.
WARNING: CONSTANT TENSION HOSE CLAMPS (3) Install the radiator upper hose and clamp.
ARE USED ON MOST COOLING SYSTEM HOSES. (4) Fill the cooling system with coolant (Refer to 7
WHEN REMOVING OR INSTALLING, USE ONLY - COOLING - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
TOOLS DESIGNED FOR SERVICING THIS TYPE OF (5) Connect the battery negative cables.
CLAMP, SUCH AS SPECIAL CLAMP TOOL (NUMBER (6) Start the engine and check for coolant leaks.
6094). SNAP-ON CLAMP TOOL (NUMBER HPC-20) Run engine to check for proper thermostat operation.
MAY BE USED FOR LARGER CLAMPS. ALWAYS
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REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect battery negative cables.
INSPECTION
Inspect the radiator side tanks for cracks, broken
or missing fittings also inspect the joint where the
tanks seam up to the radiator core for signs of leak-
age and/or deteriorating seals.
Inspect radiator core for corroded, bent or missing
cooling fins. Inspect the core for bent or damaged
cooling tubes.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position fan shroud over the fan blades rear-
ward towards engine.
(2) Install rubber insulators to alignment dowels
at lower part of radiator.
(3) Lower the radiator into position while guiding
the two alignment dowels into lower radiator sup-
port. Different alignment holes are provided in the Fig. 36 Cross Flow Radiator—Typical
lower radiator support for each engine application. 1 - COOLING TUBES
(4) Install two upper radiator mounting bolts. 2 - TANKS
Tighten bolts to 11 N·m (95 in. lbs.) torque.
(5) Position the rubber shields to the sides of radi-
ator. Install the plastic clips retaining the rubber
OPERATION
shields to the sides of radiator. The radiator supplies sufficient heat transfer using
(6) Connect both radiator hoses and install hose the cooling fins interlaced between the horizontal
clamps. tubes in the radiator core to cool the engine.
(7) Install windshield washer reservoir tank.
(8) Position fan shroud to flanges on sides of radi- DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING—RADIATOR
ator. Install fan shroud mounting bolts (Fig. 34). COOLANT FLOW
Tighten bolts to 6 N·m (50 in. lbs.) torque. Use the following procedure to determine if coolant
(9) Install coolant reserve/overflow tank hose to is flowing through the cooling system.
radiator filler neck nipple. (1) Idle engine until operating temperature is
(10) Install coolant reserve/overflow tank to fan reached. If the upper radiator hose is warm to the
shroud (fits into T-slots on shroud). touch, the thermostat is opening and coolant is flow-
(11) Install battery negative cables. ing to the radiator.
(12) Position heater controls to full heat position.
(13) Fill cooling system with coolant (Refer to 7 - WARNING: HOT, PRESSURIZED COOLANT CAN
COOLING - STANDARD PROCEDURE). CAUSE INJURY BY SCALDING. USING A RAG TO
(14) Operate engine until it reaches normal tem- COVER THE RADIATOR PRESSURE CAP, OPEN
perature. Check cooling system fluid levels. RADIATOR CAP SLOWLY TO THE FIRST STOP. THIS
WILL ALLOW ANY BUILT-UP PRESSURE TO VENT
TO THE RESERVE/OVERFLOW TANK. AFTER PRES-
RADIATOR - 8.0L SURE BUILD-UP HAS BEEN RELEASED, REMOVE
CAP FROM FILLER NECK.
DESCRIPTION
The radiator is a aluminum cross-flow design with (2) Drain a small amount of coolant from the radi-
horizontal tubes through the radiator core and verti- ator until the ends of the radiator tubes are visible
cal plastic side tanks (Fig. 36). through the filler neck. Idle the engine at normal
This radiator contains an internal transmission oil operating temperature. If coolant is flowing past the
cooler only on the V-10 gas engine and the 5.9L die- exposed tubes, the coolant is circulating.
sel engine combinations.
7 - 62 ENGINE BR/BE
RADIATOR - 8.0L (Continued)
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect battery negative cables.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position fan shroud over the fan blades rear-
ward towards engine.
(2) Install rubber insulators to alignment dowels
at lower part of radiator.
(3) Lower the radiator into position while guiding
the two alignment dowels into lower radiator sup-
port. Different alignment holes are provided in the
lower radiator support for each engine application.
(4) Install two upper radiator mounting bolts.
Tighten bolts to 11 N·m (95 in. lbs.) torque.
(5) Connect both radiator hoses and install hose
clamps.
(6) Install windshield washer reservoir tank.
(7) Position fan shroud to flanges on sides of radi-
ator. Install fan shroud mounting bolts (Fig. 37).
Tighten bolts to 6 N·m (50 in. lbs.) torque. Fig. 39 Cross Flow Radiator—Typical
(8) Install coolant reserve/overflow tank hose to 1 - COOLING TUBES
radiator filler neck nipple. 2 - TANKS
(9) Connect the overflow hose to the radiator.
(10) Install battery negative cables. WARNING: HOT, PRESSURIZED COOLANT CAN
(11) Position heater controls to full heat position. CAUSE INJURY BY SCALDING. USING A RAG TO
(12) Fill cooling system with coolant (Refer to 7 - COVER THE RADIATOR PRESSURE CAP, OPEN
COOLING - STANDARD PROCEDURE). RADIATOR CAP SLOWLY TO THE FIRST STOP. THIS
(13) Operate engine until it reaches normal tem- WILL ALLOW ANY BUILT-UP PRESSURE TO VENT
perature. Check cooling system fluid levels. TO THE RESERVE/OVERFLOW TANK. AFTER PRES-
SURE BUILD-UP HAS BEEN RELEASED, REMOVE
CAP FROM FILLER NECK.
RADIATOR - 5.9L DIESEL
(2) Drain a small amount of coolant from the radi-
DESCRIPTION ator until the ends of the radiator tubes are visible
The radiator is a aluminum cross-flow design with through the filler neck. Idle the engine at normal
horizontal tubes through the radiator core and verti- operating temperature. If coolant is flowing past the
cal plastic side tanks (Fig. 39). exposed tubes, the coolant is circulating.
This radiator contains an internal transmission oil
cooler only on the V-10 gas engine and the 5.9L die- REMOVAL
sel engine combinations. (1) Disconnect both battery negative cables.
Remove the nuts retaining the positive cable to the
OPERATION top of radiator. Position positive battery cable to rear
The radiator supplies sufficient heat transfer using of vehicle.
the cooling fins interlaced between the horizontal
tubes in the radiator core to cool the engine. WARNING: DO NOT REMOVE THE CYLINDER
BLOCK DRAIN PLUGS OR LOOSEN THE RADIATOR
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING—RADIATOR DRAINCOCK WITH THE SYSTEM HOT AND UNDER
COOLANT FLOW PRESSURE. SERIOUS BURNS FROM COOLANT
Use the following procedure to determine if coolant CAN OCCUR.
is flowing through the cooling system.
(2) Drain the cooling system (Refer to 7 - COOL-
(1) Idle engine until operating temperature is
ING - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
reached. If the upper radiator hose is warm to the
touch, the thermostat is opening and coolant is flow-
ing to the radiator.
7 - 64 ENGINE BR/BE
RADIATOR - 5.9L DIESEL (Continued)
WARNING: CONSTANT TENSION HOSE CLAMPS (8) Remove the four fan shroud mounting bolts
ARE USED ON MOST COOLING SYSTEM HOSES. (Fig. 41). Position shroud rearward over the fan
WHEN REMOVING OR INSTALLING, USE ONLY blades towards engine.
TOOLS DESIGNED FOR SERVICING THIS TYPE OF
CLAMP, SUCH AS SPECIAL CLAMP TOOL (NUMBER
6094). SNAP-ON CLAMP TOOL (NUMBER HPC-20)
MAY BE USED FOR LARGER CLAMPS. ALWAYS
WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WHEN SERVICING CON-
STANT TENSION CLAMPS.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position fan shroud over the fan blades rear-
ward towards engine.
(2) Install rubber insulators to alignment dowels
at lower part of radiator.
(3) Lower the radiator into position while guiding
the two alignment dowels into lower radiator sup-
port. Different alignment holes are provided in the
lower radiator support for each engine application.
(4) Install two upper radiator mounting bolts.
Tighten bolts to 11 N·m (95 in. lbs.) torque.
(5) Connect both radiator hoses and install hose Fig. 43 Radiator Pressure Cap and Filler Neck—
clamps. Typical
(6) Connect transmission cooler lines to radiator 1 - STAINLESS-STEEL SWIVEL TOP
tank. Inspect quick connect fittings for debris and 2 - RUBBER SEALS
3 - VENT VALVE
install until an audible “click” is heard. Pull apart to
4 - RADIATOR TANK
verify connection.
5 - FILLER NECK
(7) Install windshield washer reservoir tank. 6 - OVERFLOW NIPPLE
(8) Position fan shroud to flanges on sides of radi- 7 - MAIN SPRING
ator. Install fan shroud mounting bolts (Fig. 41). 8 - GASKET RETAINER
Tighten bolts to 6 N·m (50 in. lbs.) torque.
(9) Install metal clips to top of fan shroud.
(10) Install coolant reserve/overflow tank hose to OPERATION
radiator filler neck nipple. The cap (Fig. 43) contains a spring-loaded pressure
(11) Install coolant reserve/overflow tank to fan relief valve that opens when system pressure reaches
shroud (fits into T-slots on shroud). release range of 97-124 kPa (14-18 psi).
(12) Install battery negative cables. A vent valve in the center of cap allows a small
(13) Install positive battery cable to top of radia- coolant flow through cap when coolant is below boil-
tor. Tighten radiator-to-battery cable mounting nuts. ing temperature. The valve is completely closed when
(14) Position heater controls to full heat position. boiling point is reached. As the coolant cools, it con-
7 - 66 ENGINE BR/BE
RADIATOR PRESSURE CAP (Continued)
tracts and creates a vacuum in the cooling system.
This causes the vacuum valve to open and coolant in
the reserve/overflow tank to be drawn through its
connecting hose into radiator. If the vacuum valve is
stuck shut, the radiator hoses will collapse on cool-
down. Clean the vent valve (Fig. 43).
Fig. 47 Typical Fan Shroud Mounting Fig. 48 Using Special Tool 6958 Spanner Wrench
1 - RADIATOR SUPPORT and Adapter Pins 8346
2 - RADIATOR
1 - SPECIAL TOOL 6958 SPANNER WRENCH WITH ADAPTER
3 - BOLTS (4) PINS 8346
4 - FAN SHROUD 2 - FAN
WARNING: CONSTANT TENSION HOSE CLAMPS (8) If water pump is being replaced, do not unbolt
ARE USED ON MOST COOLING SYSTEM HOSES. fan blade assembly (Fig. 49) from the thermal control
WHEN REMOVING OR INSTALLING, USE ONLY fan drive.
TOOLS DESIGNED FOR SERVICING THIS TYPE OF (9) Remove fan blade/fan drive and fan shroud as
CLAMP, SUCH AS SPECIAL CLAMP TOOL (NUMBER an assembly from vehicle.
6094). SNAP-ON CLAMP TOOL (NUMBER HPC-20) (10) After removing fan blade/fan drive assembly,
MAY BE USED FOR LARGER CLAMPS. ALWAYS do not place the thermal viscous fan drive in the
WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WHEN SERVICING CON- horizontal position. If stored horizontally, the silicone
STANT TENSION CLAMPS. fluid in the viscous drive could drain into its bearing
assembly and contaminate the bearing lubricant.
(11) Remove accessory drive belt (Refer to 7 -
CAUTION: A number or letter is stamped into the
COOLING/ACCESSORY DRIVE/DRIVE BELTS -
tongue of constant tension clamps . If replacement
REMOVAL) (Fig. 50).
is necessary, use only an original equipment clamp
(12) Remove the lower radiator hose and heater
with a matching number or letter.
hose from water pump.
(6) Remove upper radiator hose at radiator. (13) Loosen heater hose coolant return tube
(7) The thermal viscous fan drive is attached mounting bolt (Fig. 51) and remove tube from water
(threaded) to the water pump hub shaft (Fig. 49). pump. Discard the old tube O-ring.
Remove the fan/fan drive assembly from water pump (14) Remove the seven water pump mounting bolts
by turning the mounting nut counterclockwise (as (Fig. 52).
viewed from front). Threads on the fan drive are (15) Loosen the clamp at the water pump end of
RIGHT-HAND. A Snap-On 36 MM Fan Wrench bypass hose (Fig. 49). Slip the bypass hose from the
(number SP346 from Snap-On Cummins Diesel Tool water pump while removing pump from vehicle. Do
Set number 2017DSP) can be used with Special Tool not remove the clamp from the bypass hose.
6958 Spanner Wrench and Adapter Pins 8346 (Fig. (16) Discard old gasket.
48) to prevent the pulley from rotating.
CAUTION: Do not pry the water pump at timing
chain case/cover. The machined surfaces may be
damaged resulting in leaks.
BR/BE ENGINE 7 - 69
WATER PUMP - 3.9L/5.2L/5.9L (Continued)
CLEANING
Clean gasket mating surfaces as necessary.
INSPECTION
Visually inspect the water pump and replace if it
has any of the following conditions:
• The body is cracked or damaged
• Water leaks from the shaft seal. This is evident
by traces of coolant below the vent hole
• Loose or rough turning bearing. Also inspect
thermal fan drive
• Impeller rubbing the pump body
INSTALLATION
(1) If water pump is being replaced, install the
heater hose fitting to the pump. Tighten fitting to 16
Fig. 57 Water Pump Bolts—8.0L V-10—Typical
N·m (144 in. lbs.) torque. After fitting has been
1 - WATER PUMP MOUNTING BOLTS (7)
torqued, position fitting as shown in (Fig. 59). When
positioning fitting, do not back off (rotate counter-
(13) Loosen the clamp at the water pump end of clockwise). Use a sealant on the fitting such as
bypass hose. Slip the bypass hose from the water Mopart Thread Sealant With Teflon. Refer to the
pump while removing pump from vehicle. Do not directions on the package.
remove the clamp from the bypass hose.
(14) Discard the water pump-to-timing chain/case CAUTION: This heater hose fitting must be installed
cover o-ring seal (Fig. 58). to pump before pump is installed to engine.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install new O-ring seal in groove on water
pump (Fig. 62).
Fig. 67 Coolant Return Tube—5.9L HDC-Gas Engine Fig. 69 Bracket Bolts—5.9L HDC-Gas Engine
1 - COOLANT RETURN TUBE 1 - COOLANT TUBE MOUNTING BOLT
2 - WATER PUMP 2 - BRACKET MOUNTING BOLTS
3 - TUBE MOUNTING BOLT
4 - O-RING
BR/BE ENGINE 7 - 77
WATER PUMP INLET TUBE - 3.9L/5.2L/5.9L (Continued)
CAUTION: A number or letter is stamped into the Fig. 71 Tensioner Dowel Pin—5.9L HDC-Gas Engine
tongue of constant tension clamps. If replacement 1 - BELT TENSIONER
is necessary, use only an original equipment clamp 2 - DOWEL PIN
with a matching number or letter.
(2) Loosen both bypass hose clamps and position to (11) Install drive belt (Refer to 7 - COOLING/AC-
the center of hose. CESSORY DRIVE/DRIVE BELTS - INSTALLA-
(3) Remove hose from vehicle. TION).
7 - 78 ENGINE BR/BE
WATER PUMP INLET TUBE - 3.9L/5.2L/5.9L (Continued)
(12) Install air cleaner assembly.
(13) Install upper radiator hose to radiator.
(14) Connect throttle cable to clip at radiator fan
shroud.
(15) Connect wiring harness to A/C compressor.
(16) Fill cooling system (Refer to 7 - COOLING -
STANDARD PROCEDURE).
(17) Start and warm the engine. Check for leaks.
TRANSMISSION
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TRANS COOLER - 3.9L/5.2L/ the thermostat closes off the bypass allowing fluid
flow through the cooler. The thermostat MUST be
5.9L removed from the cooler before the cooler can be
flushed. The thermostat is serviceable.
DESCRIPTION
An air-to-oil transmission oil cooler is standard on STANDARD PROCEDURE - FLUSHING
all engine packages. the cooler is located between the COOLERS AND TUBES - WITH RADIATOR
radiator and air conditioning condenser (Fig. 1).
IN-TANK TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER
OPERATION When a transmission failure has contaminated the
fluid, the oil cooler(s) must be flushed. The torque
The transmission oil is routed through the cooler
converter must also be replaced. This will insure that
where heat is removed from the transmission oil
metal particles or sludged oil are not later trans-
before returning to the transmission. The cooler has
ferred back into the reconditioned (or replaced) trans-
an internal thermostat that controls fluid flow
mission.
through the cooler. When the transmission fluid is
The only recommended procedure for flushing cool-
cold ( less than operating temperature) the fluid is
ers and lines is to use Tool 6906-B Cooler Flusher.
routed through the cooler bypass. when the transmis-
sion fluid reaches operating temperatures and above,
7 - 80 TRANSMISSION BR/BE
TRANS COOLER - 3.9L/5.2L/5.9L (Continued)
(3) Verify pump power switch is turned OFF. Con-
nect red alligator clip to positive (+) battery post.
Connect black (-) alligator clip to a good ground.
(4) Disconnect the cooler lines at the transmission.
(17) Turn pump OFF. (1) Remove the transmission oil cooler (Refer to 7 -
(18) Remove the thermostat cover from the oil COOLING/TRANSMISSION/TRANS COOLER -
cooler. REMOVAL).
(19) Remove Special Tool Cooler Plug 8414 from (2) Remove the snap ring retaining the thermostat
the transmission oil cooler. end plug (Fig. 3).
7 - 82 TRANSMISSION BR/BE
TRANS COOLER - 3.9L/5.2L/5.9L (Continued)
ASSEMBLY
(1) Throughly clean the thermostat bore on the
transmission oil cooler.
(2) Install new spring, thermostat, end plug and
snap ring.
(3) Install transmission oil cooler (Refer to 7 -
COOLING/TRANSMISSION/TRANS COOLER -
INSTALLATION).
INSTALLATION
(1) Install the oil cooler assembly to the A-shaped
radiator support bracket using the two upper mount-
ing bolts and mounting straps. Install the bolts but
do not tighten at this time.
(2) Install the radiator support bracket and oil
cooler (as an assembly) to the vehicle.
(3) Install the two lower radiator A-shaped support
bracket bolts. Do not tighten bolts at this time.
(4) Slide and position the oil cooler on the
A-shaped bracket until its lower mounting hole lines
up with the bolt hole on the vehicle body. Tighten the
Fig. 2 Transmission Oil Cooler—3.9/5.2/5.9L Engines oil cooler mounting strap bolts to 6 N·m (50 in. lbs.)
1 - UPPER RADIATOR SUPPORT BRACKET BOLT torque.
2 - MOUNTING STRAPS (2) (5) Install the upper radiator A-shaped support
3 - TRANS. OIL COOLER UPPER MOUNTING BOLTS (2) bracket bolt. Tighten all three radiator support
4 - TRANS. OIL COOLER LOWER MOUNTING BOLT
bracket mounting bolts to 11 N·m (95 in. lbs.) torque.
5 - LOWER RADIATOR SUPPORT BRACKET BOLTS (2)
(6) Inspect quick connect fitting for debris and
6 - TRANSMISSION OIL COOLER
7 - RADIATOR SUPPORT BRACKET install the quick-connect fitting on the cooler outler
tube until an audible “click” is heard. Pull apart to
verify connection.
(3) Remove the end plug, thermostat and spring (7) Connect battery negative cable.
from transmission oil cooler (Fig. 3). (8) Start the engine and check all fittings for
leaks.
(9) Check the fluid level in the automatic trans-
mission (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/TRAN-
SAXLE/AUTOMATIC - 42RE/FLUID - STANDARD
PROCEDURE), (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/
TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC - 44RE/FLUID - STAN-
DARD PROCEDURE) or (Refer to 21 -
TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC -
46RE/FLUID - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
INSTALLATION
(1) Install the oil cooler and cooler line assembly to
the vehicle.
(2) Install three mounting bolts and tighten to 6
N·m (50 in. lbs.) torque.
(3) Connect the transmission cooling lines to the
oil cooler by pushing the rubber hoses onto the oil
cooler tubes. Tighten the worm gear clomps to 2 N·m
(18 in. lbs.)
(4) Start the engine and check all fittings for
leaks.
(5) Check the fluid level in the automatic trans-
mission (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/TRAN-
SAXLE/AUTOMATIC - 47RE/FLUID - STANDARD
PROCEDURE).
INSTALLATION
(1) Position oil cooler on bracket.
(2) Install mounting straps.
(3) Connect transmission oil lines to cooler.
Fig. 9 Transmission Water-To- Oil Cooler—Diesel (4) Connect coolant hoses to cooler.
1 - TRANSMISSION WATER-TO-OIL COOLER (5) Connect battery negative cables.
(6) Fill cooling system (Refer to 7 - COOLING -
STANDARD PROCEDURE).
(7) Check transmission oil level and fill as neces-
sary (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/
AUTOMATIC - 47RE/FLUID - STANDARD
PROCEDURE).
(8) Install air cleaner assembly and air cleaner
intake hoses.
BR/BE AUDIO 8A - 1
AUDIO
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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TEST 4
Test 4 checks the condition of the ground between
the antenna base and the vehicle body as follows:
(1) Connect one ohmmeter test lead to the vehicle
fender. Connect the other test lead to the outer crimp
on the antenna coaxial cable connector.
(2) The resistance should be less then one ohm.
(3) If the resistance is more then one ohm, clean
and/or tighten the antenna base to fender mounting
hardware.
TEST 2
Test 2 checks the antenna for an open circuit as
follows:
(1) Disconnect the antenna coaxial cable connector
from the radio receiver chassis.
(2) Connect one ohmmeter test lead to the tip of
the antenna mast. Connect the other test lead to the
center pin of the antenna coaxial cable connector.
(3) Continuity should exist (the ohmmeter should
only register a fraction of an ohm). High or infinite
resistance indicates damage to the base and cable
assembly. Replace the faulty or damaged antenna
base and cable, if required.
TEST 3
Test 3 checks the condition of the vehicle body
ground connection. This test should be performed Fig. 2 Antenna Coaxial Cable Connector
with the battery positive cable removed from the bat- 1 - RETAINER CLIP
tery. Disconnect both battery cables, the negative 2 - TO RADIO
cable first. Reconnect the battery negative cable and 3 - TO ANTENNA
perform the test as follows: 4 - FOAM TAPE
BR/BE AUDIO 8A - 7
ANTENNA BODY & CABLE (Continued)
(3) Remove the foam tape to access the coaxial
cable connector. Disconnect the connector by pulling
it apart while twisting the metal connector halves.
Do not pull on the cable.
(4) Securely tie a suitable length of cord or twine
to the antenna half of the coaxial cable connector.
This cord will be used to pull or “fish” the cable back
into position during installation.
(5) Reach above the Powertrain Control Module
(PCM) on the right side of the dash panel in the
engine compartment to disengage the antenna coax-
ial cable grommet from the hole in the dash panel
(Fig. 3).
Fig. 4 Antenna Mast Remove/Install - Typical
1 - ANTENNA MAST
2 - CAP NUT
3 - ADAPTER
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR- (3) Check for continuity between the ground cir-
BAGS, REFER TO ELECTRICAL, RESTRAINTS cuit cavity of the remote radio switch wire harness
BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, connector and a good ground. There should be conti-
STEERING COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL nuity. If OK, go to Step 4. If not OK, repair the open
COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. FAILURE ground circuit to ground as required.
TO TAKE THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD (4) Disconnect the 18-way wire harness connector
RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT from the Central Timer Module (CTM). Check for
AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY. continuity between the radio control mux circuit cav-
ity of the remote radio switch wire harness connector
(1) Remove the remote radio switch(es) (Fig. 16)
and a good ground. There should be no continuity. If
from the steering wheel.
OK, go to Step 5. If not OK, repair the shorted radio
control mux circuit as required.
(5) Check for continuity between the radio control
mux circuit cavities of the remote radio switch wire
harness connector and the 18-way CTM wire harness
connector. There should be continuity. If OK, refer to
the proper Diagnostic Procedures manual to test the
CTM and the Chrysler Collision Detection (CCD)
data bus. If not OK, repair the open radio control
mux circuit as required.
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
(2) Remove the driver side airbag module from the
steering wheel. Refer to Electrical, Restraints for the
procedures.
(3) Remove the speed control switch located on the
same side of the steering wheel as the remote radio
Fig. 16 Remote Radio Switches switch that is being serviced. Refer to Electrical,
Speed Control for the procedures.
1 - WHITE REAR SWITCH
2 - BLACK REAR SWITCH
(4) Disconnect the steering wheel wire harness
connector from the connector receptacle of the remote
radio switch (Fig. 17).
BR/BE AUDIO 8A - 17
REMOTE SWITCHES (Continued)
(5) Install the driver side airbag module onto the
steering wheel. Refer to Electrical, Restraints for the
procedures.
(6) Reconnect the battery negative cable.
SPEAKER
DESCRIPTION
STANDARD
The standard equipment speaker system includes
speakers in four locations. One full-range 15.2 by
22.9 centimeter (6.0 by 9.0 inch) speaker is located in
each front door. There is also one full-range 13.3 cen-
timeter (5.25 inch) diameter speaker located in each
rear cab side panel for the standard cab and the club
cab models, or in each rear door of the quad cab mod-
els.
PREMIUM
The optional premium speaker system features
Fig. 17 Remote Radio Switches Remove/Install Infinity model speakers in six locations. Each of the
1 - STEERING WHEEL standard front door speakers are replaced with Infin-
2 - REMOTE RADIO SWITCH ity model speakers that include integral dual 30 watt
3 - SPEED CONTROL SWITCH
amplifiers. Each of the standard rear speakers is also
4 - SCREW (2)
replaced by an Infinity model speaker. The premium
5 - DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG MODULE
6 - SPEED CONTROL SWITCH
speaker system also includes an additional Infinity
7 - REAR TRIM COVER tweeter mounted in the A-pillar garnish molding. The
8 - SCREW (2) total available power of the premium speaker system
is about 120 watts.
(5) Disengage the four remote radio switch latches
OPERATION
that secure the switch to the inside of the mounting
hole in the steering wheel rear trim cover .
STANDARD
(6) From the outside of the steering wheel rear
Each of the four full-range speakers used in the
trim cover, remove the remote radio switch from the
standard speaker system is driven by the amplifier
trim cover mounting hole.
that is integral to the factory-installed radio receiver.
For complete circuit diagrams, refer to the appropri-
INSTALLATION ate wiring information. The wiring information
(1) Position the remote radio switch to the mount-
includes wiring diagrams, proper wire and connector
ing hole on the outside of the steering wheel rear
repair procedures, details of wire harness routing
trim cover. Be certain that the connector receptacle is
and retention, connector pin-out information and
oriented toward the bottom of the switch and pointed
location views for the various wire harness connec-
toward the center of the steering wheel.
tors, splices and grounds.
(2) Press firmly and evenly on the remote radio
switch until each of the switch latches is fully
engaged in the mounting hole of the steering wheel
rear trim cover.
(3) Reconnect the steering wheel wire harness con-
nector to the connector receptacle of the remote radio
switch.
(4) Install the speed control switch onto the steer-
ing wheel. Refer to Electrical, Speed Control for the
procedures.
8A - 18 AUDIO BR/BE
SPEAKER (Continued)
PREMIUM circuit and return (–) circuit cavities for the inopera-
The Infinity speakers used in the premium speaker tive speaker location(s) in the radio receiver wire
system are driven by dual amplifiers that are inte- harness connectors for continuity to ground. In each
gral to each of the front door speakers. One of these case, there should be no continuity. If OK, go to Step
dual amplifiers drives the front door speaker and the 3. If not OK, repair the shorted speaker feed (+)
A-pillar mounted tweeter for that side of the vehicle, and/or return (–) circuit(s) to the speaker as required.
while the other amplifier drives the rear speaker for (3) If the inoperative speaker is an Infinity-ampli-
that side of the vehicle. For complete circuit dia- fied speaker, go to Step 5. If the vehicle is equipped
grams, to refer to the appropriate wiring information. with the standard speaker system, check the resis-
The wiring information includes wiring diagrams, tance between the speaker feed (+) circuit and return
proper wire and connector repair procedures, details (–) circuit cavities of the radio receiver wire harness
of wire harness routing and retention, connector pin- connectors for the inoperative speaker location(s).
out information and location views for the various The meter should read between 2.5 and 4 ohms
wire harness connectors, splices and grounds. (speaker resistance). If OK, go to Step 4. If not OK,
go to Step 5.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - SPEAKER (4) Install a known good radio receiver. Connect
For complete circuit diagrams, refer to the appro- the battery negative cable. Turn the ignition switch
priate wiring information. The wiring information to the On position. Turn on the radio receiver and
includes wiring diagrams, proper wire and connector test the speaker operation. If OK, replace the faulty
repair procedures, details of wire harness routing radio receiver. If not OK, turn the radio receiver off,
and retention, connector pin-out information and turn the ignition switch to the Off position, discon-
location views for the various wire harness connec- nect and isolate the battery negative cable, remove
tors, splices and grounds. the test radio receiver, and go to Step 5.
(5) Disconnect the wire harness connector at the
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR- inoperative standard speaker system speaker or at
BAGS, REFER TO ELECTRICAL, RESTRAINTS the Infinity-amplified front door-mounted speaker.
BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, Check for continuity between the speaker feed (+) cir-
STEERING COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL cuit cavities of the radio receiver wire harness con-
COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. FAILURE nector and the speaker wire harness connector for
TO TAKE THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD the inoperative speaker location. Repeat the check
RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT between the speaker return (–) circuit cavities of the
AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY. radio receiver wire harness connector and the
speaker wire harness connector for the inoperative
speaker location. In each case, there should be conti-
CAUTION: The speaker output of the radio receiver nuity. If OK with an Infinity-amplified front door-
is a “floating ground” system. Do not allow any mounted speaker, go to Step 6. If OK with the
speaker lead to short to ground, as damage to the standard speaker system, replace the faulty speaker.
radio receiver may result. If not OK, repair the open speaker feed (+) and/or
return (–) circuit(s) as required.
(1) Turn the ignition switch to the On position.
(6) Check for continuity between the ground cir-
Turn the radio receiver on. Adjust the balance and
cuit cavity in the body half of the wire harness con-
fader controls to check the performance of each indi-
nector for the Infinity-amplified front door-mounted
vidual speaker. Note the speaker locations that are
speaker on the same side of the vehicle as the inop-
not performing correctly. If only an Infinity A-pillar
erative speaker and a good ground. There should be
or an Infinity rear speaker is inoperative, go to Step
continuity. If OK, go to Step 7. If not OK, repair the
8. If any other speaker is inoperative, go to Step 2.
open ground circuit to ground as required.
NOTE: If the vehicle is equipped with the Infinity (7) Install the radio receiver. Connect the battery
premium speaker package and all of the speakers negative cable. Turn the ignition switch to the On
are inoperative, refer to Filter, Choke, and Speaker position. Turn the radio receiver on. Check for bat-
Relay in the Diagnosis and Testing section of this tery voltage at the radio choke output circuit cavity
group. of the wire harness connector for the Infinity-ampli-
fied front door-mounted speaker on the same side of
(2) Turn the radio receiver off. Turn the ignition the vehicle as the inoperative speaker. If OK, go to
switch to the Off position. Disconnect and isolate the Step 8. If not OK, repair the open radio choke output
battery negative cable. Remove the radio receiver circuit to the filter, choke, and speaker relay as
from the instrument panel. Check both the feed (+) required.
BR/BE AUDIO 8A - 19
SPEAKER (Continued)
(8) Turn the radio receiver off. Turn the ignition
switch to the Off position. Disconnect and isolate the
battery negative cable. Disconnect the wire harness
connector for the Infinity-amplified front door-
mounted speaker on the same side of the vehicle as
the inoperative speaker. Check both the amplified
feed (+) circuit and amplified return (–) circuit cavi-
ties for the inoperative speaker location in the body
half of the front door speaker wire harness connector
for continuity to ground. In each case, there should
be no continuity. If OK, go to Step 9. If not OK,
repair the shorted amplified feed (+) and/or amplified
return (–) circuit(s) as required.
(9) Disconnect the wire harness connector at the
inoperative speaker. Check for continuity between
the amplified feed (+) circuit cavities in the body half
of the wire harness connector for the Infinity-ampli-
fied front door-mounted speaker on the same side of
the vehicle as the inoperative speaker and the inop-
erative speaker wire harness connector. Repeat the
check between the amplified return (–) circuit cavi-
ties in the body half of the wire harness connector for
the Infinity-amplified front door-mounted speaker on Fig. 18 A-Pillar Tweeter Remove/Install
the same side of the vehicle as the inoperative 1 - NUT
speaker and the inoperative speaker wire harness 2 - WIRE HARNESS CONNECTOR
connector. In each case, there should be continuity. If 3 - MOULDING
OK, go to Step 10. If not OK, repair the open ampli- 4 - HANDLE
fied feed (+) and/or amplified return (–) circuit(s) as 5 - PLUG
required. 6 - SCREW
(10) Check the resistance between the amplified 7 - TWEETER
feed (+) circuit and amplified return (–) circuit cavi-
ties for the inoperative speaker in the body half of (5) Disconnect the body wire harness connector
the wire harness connector for the Infinity-amplified from the A-pillar tweeter wire harness connector.
front door-mounted speaker on the same side of the (6) Remove the trim and tweeter from the A-pillar
vehicle as the inoperative speaker. The meter should as a unit.
read between 2.5 and 4 ohms (speaker resistance). If (7) Disengage the tweeter wire harness retainers
OK, replace the faulty front door-mounted Infinity from the heat stakes on the back of the A-pillar trim.
speaker and amplifier unit. If not OK, replace the (8) Disengage the tweeter from the A-pillar trim
faulty A-pillar or rear-mounted Infinity speaker. by pushing out on the tweeter firmly and evenly from
the inside of the trim until it unsnaps from the
mounting hole.
A-PILLAR TWEETER SPEAKER (9) Remove the tweeter from the mounting hole in
the A-pillar trim.
REMOVAL
The A-pillar-mounted tweeters are used only with INSTALLATION
the optional Infinity premium speaker package. (1) Position the tweeter into the mounting hole in
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative the A-pillar trim.
cable. (2) Install the tweeter onto the A-pillar trim by
(2) If the vehicle is so equipped, remove the grab pushing in on the tweeter firmly and evenly from the
handle from the A-pillar. Refer to Body, Interior for outside of the trim until it snaps into the mounting
the procedures. hole.
(3) Disengage the trim from the A-pillar. Refer to (3) Use a suitable tape or adhesive to secure the
Body, Interior for the procedures. tweeter wire harness to the inside of the A-pillar
(4) Pull the trim away from the A-pillar far enough trim.
to access the tweeter wire harness connector (Fig. (4) Position the trim and tweeter to the A-pillar as
18). a unit.
8A - 20 AUDIO BR/BE
A-PILLAR TWEETER SPEAKER (Continued)
(5) Reconnect the body wire harness connector to INSTALLATION
the A-pillar tweeter wire harness connector. (1) Position the speaker to the front door inner
(6) Engage the trim onto the A-pillar. Refer to panel.
Body, Interior for the procedures. (2) Reconnect the speaker wire harness connector
(7) If the vehicle is so equipped, install the grab to the front door wire harness connector.
handle onto the A-pillar. Refer to Body, Interior for (3) Position the speaker into the mounting hole in
the procedures. the front door inner panel.
(8) Reconnect the battery negative cable. (4) Install and tighten the four screws that secure
the speaker to the front door inner panel. Tighten
the screws to 4 N·m (35 in. lbs.).
FRONT DOOR SPEAKER (5) Install the trim panel onto the front door. Refer
to Body, Door Front for the procedures.
REMOVAL (6) Reconnect the battery negative cable.
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
(2) Remove the trim panel from the front door. REAR CAB SIDE PANEL
Refer to Body, Door Front for the procedures.
(3) Remove the four screws that secure the
SPEAKER
speaker to the front door inner panel (Fig. 19).
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
(2) Remove the trim from the rear cab side panel.
Refer to Body, Interior for the procedures.
(3) Remove the two screws that secure the speaker
to the cab side inner panel (Fig. 20) or (Fig. 21).
INSTALLATION (4) Pull the speaker away from the mounting hole
(1) Position the speaker to the cab side inner in the rear door inner panel far enough to access the
panel. door wire harness connector.
(2) Reconnect the body wire harness connector to (5) Disconnect the door wire harness connector
the speaker connector receptacle. from the speaker connector receptacle.
(3) Position the speaker into the mounting hole in (6) Remove the speaker from the rear door inner
the cab side inner panel. panel.
(4) Install and tighten the two screws that secure
the speaker to the cab side inner panel. Tighten the INSTALLATION
screws to 4 N·m (35 in. lbs.). (1) Position the speaker to the rear door inner
(5) Install the trim onto the rear cab side panel. panel.
Refer to Body, Interior for the procedures. (2) Reconnect the door wire harness connector to
(6) Reconnect the battery negative cable. the speaker connector receptacle.
(3) Position the speaker into the mounting hole in
the rear door inner panel.
REAR DOOR SPEAKER (4) Install and tighten the two screws that secure
the speaker to the rear door inner panel. Tighten the
REMOVAL screws to 4 N·m (35 in. lbs.).
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative (5) Install the trim panel onto the rear door.
cable. (6) Reconnect the battery negative cable.
(2) Remove the trim panel from the rear door.
BR/BE CHIME/BUZZER 8B - 1
CHIME/BUZZER
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
CHIME WARNING SYSTEM many different methods. These circuits may be con-
nected to each other, to the vehicle electrical system
and to the chime warning system components
DESCRIPTION
through the use of a combination of soldered splices,
A chime warning system is standard factory-in-
splice block connectors, and many different types of
stalled equipment on this model. The chime warning
wire harness terminal connectors and insulators.
system uses a single chime tone generator that is
Refer to the appropriate wiring information. The wir-
integral to the Central Timer Module (CTM) to pro-
ing information includes wiring diagrams, proper
vide an audible indication of various vehicle condi-
wire and connector repair procedures, further details
tions that may require the attention of the vehicle
on wire harness routing and retention, as well as
operator. The chime warning system includes the fol-
pin-out and location views for the various wire har-
lowing major components, which are described in fur-
ness connectors, splices and grounds.
ther detail elsewhere in this service manual:
The CTM chime warning system circuitry and the
• Central Timer Module - The Central Timer
integral chime tone generator cannot be adjusted or
Module (CTM) is located under the driver side end of
repaired. If the CTM or the chime tone generator are
the instrument panel, inboard of the instrument
damaged or faulty, the CTM unit must be replaced.
panel steering column opening. The CTM contains an
integral chime tone generator to provide all of the
proper chime warning system features based upon
OPERATION
The chime warning system is designed to provide an
the monitored inputs.
audible output as an indication of various conditions
• Door Ajar Switch - A door ajar switch is inte-
that may require the attention or awareness of the
gral to the driver side front door latch. This switch
vehicle operator. The chime warning system compo-
provides an input to the chime warning system indi-
nents operate on battery current received through a
cating whether the driver side front door is open or
fused B(+) fuse in the Junction Block (JB) on a non-
closed.
switched fused B(+) circuit so that the system may
• Headlamp Switch - The headlamp switch is
operate regardless of the ignition switch position.
located on the instrument panel outboard of the
The chime warning system provides an audible
steering column. The headlamp switch provides an
indication to the vehicle operator under the following
input to the chime warning system indicating when
conditions:
the exterior lamps are turned On or Off.
• Fasten Seat Belt Warning - The Central
• Ignition Switch - A key-in ignition switch is
Timer Module (CTM) chime tone generator will gen-
integral to the ignition switch. The key-in ignition
erate repetitive chime tones at a slow rate to
switch provides an input to the chime warning sys-
announce that a hard wired input from the seat belt
tem indicating whether a key is present in the igni-
switch to the Electro-Mechanical Instrument Cluster
tion lock cylinder.
(EMIC) indicates that the driver side front seat belt
• Seat Belt Switch - A seat belt switch is inte-
is not fastened with the ignition switch in the On
gral to the driver side front seat belt retractor unit.
position. Unless the driver side front seat belt is fas-
The seat belt switch provides an input to the chime
tened, the chimes will continue to sound for a dura-
warning system indicating whether the driver side
tion of about seven seconds each time the ignition
front seat belt is fastened.
switch is turned to the On position or until the driver
Hard wired circuitry connects many of the chime
side front seat belt is fastened, whichever occurs
warning system components to each other through
first. This chime tone is based upon a hard wired
the electrical system of the vehicle. These hard wired
chime request input to the CTM from the EMIC, but
circuits are integral to several wire harnesses, which
is not related to the operation of the EMIC “Seatbelt”
are routed throughout the vehicle and retained by
indicator.
8B - 2 CHIME/BUZZER BR/BE
CHIME WARNING SYSTEM (Continued)
• Head/Park Lights-On Warning - The CTM • The vehicle is over a programmed speed value
chime tone generator will generate repetitive chime (Middle East Gulf Coast Country (GCC) only). The
tones at a fast rate to announce that hard wired CTM chime tone generator will generate repetitive
inputs from the driver door ajar switch, headlamp chime tones at a slow rate to announce that the vehi-
switch, and ignition switch indicate that the exterior cle speed exceeds a programmed value. The chimes
lamps are turned On with the driver side front door will continue to sound until the vehicle speed is
opened and the ignition switch in the Off position. below the programmed value.
The chimes will continue to sound until the exterior • The “Water-In-Fuel” indicator is illuminated
lamps are turned Off, the driver side front door is (diesel engine only). The chimes will continue to
closed, or the ignition switch is turned to the On sound for a duration of about two seconds each time
position, whichever occurs first. the indicator is illuminated or until the ignition
• Key-In-Ignition Warning - The BCM chime switch is turned to the Off position, whichever occurs
tone generator will generate repetitive chime tones at first.
a fast rate to announce that hard wired inputs from The CTM provides chime service for all available
the driver door ajar switch, headlamp switch, and features in the chime warning system. The CTM
ignition switch indicate that the key is in the ignition relies upon hard wired inputs from the driver door
lock cylinder with the driver side front door opened ajar switch, the EMIC, the headlamp switch, and the
and the ignition switch in the Off position. The key-in ignition switch (ignition switch) to provide
chimes will continue to sound until the key is chime service for all of the chime warning system
removed from the ignition lock cylinder, the driver features. Upon receiving the proper inputs, the CTM
side front door is closed, or the ignition switch is activates the integral chime tone generator to pro-
turned to the On position, whichever occurs first. vide the audible chime tone to the vehicle operator.
• Warning Chime Support - The CTM chime The chime tone generator in the CTM is capable of
tone generator will generate repetitive chime tones at producing repeated chime tones at two different
a slow rate to announce that a hard wired chime rates, slow or fast. The slow chime rate is about fifty
request input has been received from the EMIC. chime tones per minute, while the fast chime rate is
These chime tones provide an audible alert to the about 180 chime tones per minute. The internal pro-
vehicle operator that supplements certain visual indi- gramming of the CTM and the EMIC determines the
cations displayed by the EMIC. Supplemented indica- priority of each chime tone request input that is
tions include the following: received, as well as the rate and duration of each
• The “Airbag” indicator is illuminated. The chime tone that is to be generated.
chimes will continue to sound for a duration of about The hard wired chime warning system inputs to
four seconds each time the indicator is illuminated or the CTM and the EMIC, as well as other hard wired
until the ignition switch is turned to the Off position, circuits for this system may be diagnosed and tested
whichever occurs first. using conventional diagnostic tools and procedures.
• The “Check Gages” indicator is illuminated. The See the owner’s manual in the vehicle glove box for
chimes will continue to sound for a duration of about more information on the features provided by the
two seconds each time the indicator is illuminated or chime warning system.
until the ignition switch is turned to the Off position,
whichever occurs first. DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - CHIME WARNING
• The “Low Fuel” indicator is illuminated. The SYSTEM
chimes will continue to sound for a duration of about Refer to the appropriate wiring information. The
two seconds each time the indicator is illuminated or wiring information includes wiring diagrams, proper
until the ignition switch is turned to the Off position, wire and connector repair procedures, further details
whichever occurs first. on wire harness routing and retention, as well as
• The “Low Wash” indicator is illuminated. The pin-out and location views for the various wire har-
chimes will continue to sound for a duration of about ness connectors, splices and grounds. The hard wired
two seconds each time the indicator is illuminated or chime warning system inputs to the Central Timer
until the ignition switch is turned to the Off position, Module (CTM) and the Electro-Mechanical Instru-
whichever occurs first. ment Cluster (EMIC), as well as other hard wired
• The “Trans Temp” indicator is illuminated (auto- circuits for this system may be diagnosed and tested
matic transmission only). The chimes will continue to using conventional diagnostic tools and procedures.
sound for a duration of about two seconds each time
the indicator is illuminated or until the ignition
switch is turned to the Off position, whichever occurs
first.
BR/BE CHIME/BUZZER 8B - 3
CHIME WARNING SYSTEM (Continued)
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR- TEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PER-
BAGS, DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM BEFORE FORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS
ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG
COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT SYSTEM. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. DISCONNECT AND ISO- CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
LATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE, BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYS- INJURY.
SEAT BELT WARNING 1. Seat belt switch sense 1. Disconnect the body wire harness connector
CHIME WITH SEAT BELT circuit shorted. for the seat belt switch and the instrument panel
BUCKLED wire harness connector (Connector C2) for the
EMIC. Check for continuity between the seat belt
switch sense circuit cavity and a good ground.
There should be no continuity. Repair the seat
belt switch sense circuit, if required.
2. Faulty seat belt switch. 2. Check for continuity between the ground circuit
cavity and the seat belt switch sense circuit cavity
of the seat belt switch connector receptacle.
There should be no continuity with the seat belt
buckled. Replace the faulty seat belt, if required.
NO SEAT BELT WARNING 1. Seat belt switch ground 1. Disconnect the body wire harness connector
CHIME WITH SEAT BELT circuit open. for the seat belt switch. Check for continuity
UNBUCKLED, BUT OTHER between the ground circuit cavity of the connector
CHIME FEATURES OK for the seat belt switch and a good ground. There
should be continuity. If not OK, repair the open
ground circuit to ground as required.
2. Seat belt switch sense 2. With the body wire harness connector for the
circuit open. seat belt switch and the instrument panel wire
harness connector (Connector C2) for the EMIC
disconnected, there should be continuity between
the seat belt switch sense circuit cavities of the
two connectors. Repair the seat belt switch sense
circuit, if required.
3. Faulty seat belt switch. 3. Check for continuity between the ground circuit
cavity and the seat belt switch sense circuit cavity
of the seat belt switch connector receptacle.
There should be continuity with the seat belt
unbuckled. Replace the faulty seat belt, if
required.
8B - 4 CHIME/BUZZER BR/BE
CHIME WARNING SYSTEM (Continued)
NO KEY-IN IGNITION 1. Driver door ajar switch 1. Check for continuity between the driver door
WARNING CHIME, BUT sense circuit open. ajar switch sense circuit cavities of the connector
OTHER CHIME FEATURES for the driver side front door ajar switch and the
OK instrument panel wire harness connector
(Connector C2) for the ignition switch. Repair the
driver door ajar switch sense circuit, if required.
2. Key-in ignition switch 2. Check for continuity between the key-in ignition
sense circuit open. switch sense circuit cavities of the instrument
panel wire harness connector (Connector C2) for
the ignition switch and the instrument panel wire
harness connector for the CTM. Repair the key-in
ignition switch sense circuit, if required.
3. Faulty ignition switch. 3. Check for continuity between the two terminals
in the ignition switch C2 connector receptacle.
There should be continuity with a key in the
ignition lock cylinder. Replace the faulty ignition
switch, if required.
NO HEADLAMPS-ON 1. Driver door ajar switch 1. Check for continuity between the driver door
WARNING CHIME, BUT sense circuit open. ajar switch sense circuit cavities of the connector
OTHER CHIME FEATURES for the driver side front door ajar switch and the
OK instrument panel wire harness connector
(Connector C1) for the headlamp switch. Repair
the driver door ajar switch sense circuit, if
required.
2. Key-in ignition switch 2. Check for continuity between the key-in ignition
sense circuit open. switch sense circuit cavities of the instrument
panel wire harness connector (Connector C1) for
the headlamp switch and the instrument panel
wire harness connector for the CTM. Repair the
key-in ignition switch sense circuit, if required.
3. Faulty headlamp switch. 3. Check for continuity between the driver door
ajar switch sense terminal and the key-in ignition
switch sense terminal in the headlamp switch C1
connector receptacle. There should be continuity
with the headlamp switch in the On position.
Replace the faulty headlamp switch, if required.
CONTINUOUS CHIME WITH 1. Key-in ignition switch 1. With the instrument panel wire harness
HEADLAMP SWITCH IN OFF sense circuit shorted. connector (Connector C1) for the headlamp
POSITION AND KEY switch, the instrument panel wire harness
REMOVED FROM IGNITION connector (Connector C2) for the ignition switch,
LOCK CYLINDER and the instrument panel wire harness connector
for the CTM all disconnected, there should be no
continuity between the key-in ignition switch
sense circuit and a good ground. Repair the
key-in ignition switch sense circuit, if required.
2. Faulty CTM. 2. Replace the faulty CTM, if required.
BR/BE CHIME/BUZZER 8B - 5
CHIME WARNING SYSTEM (Continued)
NO CHIMES AND OTHER 1. CTM ground circuit(s) 1. Check for continuity between the ground circuit
CTM FEATURES ERRATIC open. cavities of the instrument panel wire harness
OR DISABLED connector(s) for the CTM and a good ground.
Repair the ground circuit(s), if required.
2. CTM fused B(+) circuit 2. Check for battery voltage at the fused B(+)
open. circuit cavity of the instrument panel wire harness
connector for the CTM. Repair the fused B(+)
circuit, if required.
3. CTM fused ignition switch 3. With the ignition switch in the On position,
output (start-run) circuit check for battery voltage at the fused ignition
open. switch output circuit cavity of the instrument panel
wire harness connector for the CTM. Repair the
fused ignition switch output circuit, if required.
4. Faulty CTM. 4. Replace the faulty CTM, if required.
NO WARNING CHIME 1. Tone request signal circuit 1. Check for continuity between the tone request
SUPPORT FEATURES FOR open. signal circuit cavities of the instrument panel wire
EMIC, BUT HARD WIRED harness connectors for the EMIC and the CTM.
CHIMES OK Repair the open tone request signal circuit, if
required.
2. Tone request signal circuit 2. With the instrument panel wire harness
shorted. connectors for the EMIC and the CTM both
disconnected, there should be no continuity
between the tone request signal circuit and a
good ground. Repair the shorted tone request
signal circuit, if required.
3. Faulty CTM. 3. Replace the faulty CTM, if required.
4. Faulty EMIC. 4. Replace the faulty EMIC, if required.
NO CHIMES, BUT ALL 1. Faulty CTM. 1. Replace the faulty CTM, if required.
OTHER CTM FEATURES OK
BR/BE ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULES 8E - 1
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BODY CONTROL/CENTRAL
TIMER MODULE
DESCRIPTION
TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION
Once a CCD chip transmits a message over the
CCD data bus, the message is received by the trans-
mitting module at the same time through the CCD
chip differential transceiver. The module knows the
message was broadcast correctly when it receives its
own message back. If the message received does not
match the message transmitted, the message is said
to be corrupt.
Corruption occurs when the message is incorrectly
transmitted on the data bus. Corruption can also
Fig. 9 Message Arbitration occur from interference, wiring problems, or other
data bus problems. In the case of a corrupt message,
BR/BE ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULES 8E - 11
COMMUNICATION (Continued)
the module attempts to have the CCD chip re-send
the message.
CAB INPUTS
CONTROLLER ANTILOCK The CAB continuously monitors the speed of the
differential ring gear by monitoring signals generated
BRAKE by the rear wheel speed sensor. The CAB determines
a wheel locking tendency when it recognizes the ring
DESCRIPTION gear is decelerating too rapidly. The CAB monitors
The Controller Antilock Brakes (CAB) is a micro- the following inputs to determine when a wheel lock-
processor which handles testing, monitoring and con- ing tendency may exists:
trolling the ABS brake system operation (Fig. 10). • Rear Wheel Speed Sensor
The CAB functions are: • Brake Lamp Switch
• Perform self-test diagnostics. • Brake Warning Lamp Switch
• Monitor the RWAL brake system for proper oper- • Reset Switch
ation. • 4WD Switch (If equipped)
• Control the RWAL valve solenoids.
CAB OUTPUTS
NOTE: If the CAB needs to be replaced, the rear
The CAB controls the following outputs for antilock
axle type and tire revolutions per mile must be pro-
braking and brake warning information:
gramed into the new CAB. For axle type refer to
• RWAL Valve
Group 3 Differential and Driveline. For tire revolu-
8E - 12 ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULES BR/BE
CONTROLLER ANTILOCK BRAKE (Continued)
• ABS Warning Lamp
• Brake Warning Lamp
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect battery negative cable.
(2) Push the harness connector locks to release the
locks, (Fig. 11) then remove the connectors from the
CAB.
(3) Disconnect the pump motor connector (Fig. 12)
.
(4) Remove screws attaching CAB to the HCU
(Fig. 13).
(5) Remove the CAB.
Fig. 12 Pump
1 - PUMP MOTOR
2 - PUMP CONNECTOR
POWERTRAIN CONTROL
MODULE
DESCRIPTION - PCM
The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) is located
in the engine compartment (Fig. 17). The PCM is
Fig. 16 Engine Control Module (ECM) Location and referred to as JTEC.
Mounting
1 - ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) DESCRIPTION - MODES OF OPERATION
2 - HEX HEADED BOLT As input signals to the Powertrain Control Module
3 - 50-WAY CONNECTOR
(PCM) change, the PCM adjusts its response to the
4 - FUEL TRANSFER PUMP
5 - MOUNTING BOLTS (3)
output devices. For example, the PCM must calculate
different injector pulse width and ignition timing for
idle than it does for wide open throttle (WOT).
(1) Record any Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC’s) The PCM will operate in two different modes:
found in the PCM or ECM. Open Loop and Closed Loop.
BR/BE ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULES 8E - 15
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (Continued)
• The PCM pre-positions the idle air control (IAC)
motor.
• The PCM determines atmospheric air pressure
from the MAP sensor input to determine basic fuel
strategy.
• The PCM monitors the engine coolant tempera-
ture sensor input. The PCM modifies fuel strategy
based on this input.
• Intake manifold air temperature sensor input is
monitored.
• Throttle position sensor (TPS) is monitored.
• The auto shutdown (ASD) relay is energized by
the PCM for approximately three seconds.
• The fuel pump is energized through the fuel
pump relay by the PCM. The fuel pump will operate
for approximately three seconds unless the engine is
Fig. 17 PCM Location operating or the starter motor is engaged.
1 - PCM MOUNTING BOLTS (3) • The O2S sensor heater element is energized via
2 - POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) the ASD relay. The O2S sensor input is not used by
3 - (3) 32–WAY CONNECTORS the PCM to calibrate air-fuel ratio during this mode
of operation.
During Open Loop modes, the PCM receives input
ENGINE START-UP MODE
signals and responds only according to preset PCM
This is an Open Loop mode. The following actions
programming. Input from the oxygen (O2S) sensors
occur when the starter motor is engaged.
is not monitored during Open Loop modes.
The PCM receives inputs from:
During Closed Loop modes, the PCM will monitor
• Battery voltage
the oxygen (O2S) sensors input. This input indicates
• Engine coolant temperature sensor
to the PCM whether or not the calculated injector
• Crankshaft position sensor
pulse width results in the ideal air-fuel ratio. This
• Intake manifold air temperature sensor
ratio is 14.7 parts air-to-1 part fuel. By monitoring
• Manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor
the exhaust oxygen content through the O2S sensor,
• Throttle position sensor (TPS)
the PCM can fine tune the injector pulse width. This
• Starter motor relay
is done to achieve optimum fuel economy combined
• Camshaft position sensor signal
with low emission engine performance.
The PCM monitors the crankshaft position sensor.
The fuel injection system has the following modes
If the PCM does not receive a crankshaft position
of operation:
sensor signal within 3 seconds of cranking the
• Ignition switch ON
engine, it will shut down the fuel injection system.
• Engine start-up (crank)
The fuel pump is activated by the PCM through
• Engine warm-up
the fuel pump relay.
• Idle
Voltage is applied to the fuel injectors with the
• Cruise
ASD relay via the PCM. The PCM will then control
• Acceleration
the injection sequence and injector pulse width by
• Deceleration
turning the ground circuit to each individual injector
• Wide open throttle (WOT)
on and off.
• Ignition switch OFF
The PCM determines the proper ignition timing
The ignition switch On, engine start-up (crank),
according to input received from the crankshaft posi-
engine warm-up, acceleration, deceleration and wide
tion sensor.
open throttle modes are Open Loop modes. The idle
and cruise modes, (with the engine at operating tem- ENGINE WARM-UP MODE
perature) are Closed Loop modes.
This is an Open Loop mode. During engine warm-
IGNITION SWITCH (KEY-ON) MODE up, the PCM receives inputs from:
• Battery voltage
This is an Open Loop mode. When the fuel system
• Crankshaft position sensor
is activated by the ignition switch, the following
• Engine coolant temperature sensor
actions occur:
• Intake manifold air temperature sensor
8E - 16 ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULES BR/BE
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (Continued)
• Manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor • The PCM operates the A/C compressor clutch
• Throttle position sensor (TPS) through the clutch relay. This happens if A/C has
• Camshaft position sensor signal (in the distribu- been selected by the vehicle operator and requested
tor) by the A/C thermostat.
• Park/neutral switch (gear indicator signal—auto.
trans. only) CRUISE MODE
• Air conditioning select signal (if equipped) When the engine is at operating temperature, this
• Air conditioning request signal (if equipped) is a Closed Loop mode. At cruising speed, the PCM
Based on these inputs the following occurs: receives inputs from:
• Voltage is applied to the fuel injectors with the • Air conditioning select signal (if equipped)
ASD relay via the PCM. The PCM will then control • Air conditioning request signal (if equipped)
the injection sequence and injector pulse width by • Battery voltage
turning the ground circuit to each individual injector • Engine coolant temperature sensor
on and off. • Crankshaft position sensor
• The PCM adjusts engine idle speed through the • Intake manifold air temperature sensor
idle air control (IAC) motor and adjusts ignition tim- • Manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor
ing. • Throttle position sensor (TPS)
• The PCM operates the A/C compressor clutch • Camshaft position sensor signal (in the distribu-
through the clutch relay. This is done if A/C has been tor)
selected by the vehicle operator and requested by the • Park/neutral switch (gear indicator signal—auto.
A/C thermostat. trans. only)
• When engine has reached operating tempera- • Oxygen (O2S) sensors
ture, the PCM will begin monitoring O2S sensor Based on these inputs, the following occurs:
input. The system will then leave the warm-up mode • Voltage is applied to the fuel injectors with the
and go into closed loop operation. ASD relay via the PCM. The PCM will then adjust
the injector pulse width by turning the ground circuit
IDLE MODE to each individual injector on and off.
When the engine is at operating temperature, this • The PCM monitors the O2S sensor input and
is a Closed Loop mode. At idle speed, the PCM adjusts air-fuel ratio. It also adjusts engine idle
receives inputs from: speed through the idle air control (IAC) motor.
• Air conditioning select signal (if equipped) • The PCM adjusts ignition timing by turning the
• Air conditioning request signal (if equipped) ground path to the coil on and off.
• Battery voltage • The PCM operates the A/C compressor clutch
• Crankshaft position sensor through the clutch relay. This happens if A/C has
• Engine coolant temperature sensor been selected by the vehicle operator and requested
• Intake manifold air temperature sensor by the A/C thermostat.
• Manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor
• Throttle position sensor (TPS) ACCELERATION MODE
• Camshaft position sensor signal (in the distribu- This is an Open Loop mode. The PCM recognizes
tor) an abrupt increase in throttle position or MAP pres-
• Battery voltage sure as a demand for increased engine output and
• Park/neutral switch (gear indicator signal—auto. vehicle acceleration. The PCM increases injector
trans. only) pulse width in response to increased throttle opening.
• Oxygen sensors
Based on these inputs, the following occurs: DECELERATION MODE
• Voltage is applied to the fuel injectors with the When the engine is at operating temperature, this
ASD relay via the PCM. The PCM will then control is an Open Loop mode. During hard deceleration, the
injection sequence and injector pulse width by turn- PCM receives the following inputs.
ing the ground circuit to each individual injector on • Air conditioning select signal (if equipped)
and off. • Air conditioning request signal (if equipped)
• The PCM monitors the O2S sensor input and • Battery voltage
adjusts air-fuel ratio by varying injector pulse width. • Engine coolant temperature sensor
It also adjusts engine idle speed through the idle air • Crankshaft position sensor
control (IAC) motor. • Intake manifold air temperature sensor
• The PCM adjusts ignition timing by increasing • Manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor
and decreasing spark advance. • Throttle position sensor (TPS)
BR/BE ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULES 8E - 17
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (Continued)
• Camshaft position sensor signal (in the distribu- DESCRIPTION - POWER GROUNDS
tor) The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) has 2 main
• Park/neutral switch (gear indicator signal—auto. grounds. Both of these grounds are referred to as
trans. only) power grounds. All of the high-current, noisy, electri-
• Vehicle speed sensor cal devices are connected to these grounds as well as
If the vehicle is under hard deceleration with the all of the sensor returns. The sensor return comes
proper rpm and closed throttle conditions, the PCM into the sensor return circuit, passes through noise
will ignore the oxygen sensor input signal. The PCM suppression, and is then connected to the power
will enter a fuel cut-off strategy in which it will not ground.
supply a ground to the injectors. If a hard decelera- The power ground is used to control ground cir-
tion does not exist, the PCM will determine the cuits for the following PCM loads:
proper injector pulse width and continue injection. • Generator field winding
Based on the above inputs, the PCM will adjust • Fuel injectors
engine idle speed through the idle air control (IAC) • Ignition coil(s)
motor. • Certain relays/solenoids
The PCM adjusts ignition timing by turning the • Certain sensors
ground path to the coil on and off.
DESCRIPTION - SENSOR RETURN
WIDE OPEN THROTTLE MODE
The Sensor Return circuits are internal to the Pow-
This is an Open Loop mode. During wide open ertrain Control Module (PCM).
throttle operation, the PCM receives the following Sensor Return provides a low–noise ground refer-
inputs. ence for all engine control system sensors. Refer to
• Battery voltage Power Grounds for more information.
• Crankshaft position sensor
• Engine coolant temperature sensor DESCRIPTION - SIGNAL GROUND
• Intake manifold air temperature sensor
Signal ground provides a low noise ground to the
• Manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor
data link connector.
• Throttle position sensor (TPS)
• Camshaft position sensor signal (in the distribu-
tor)
OPERATION - PCM - GAS ENGINES
The PCM operates the fuel system. The PCM is a
During wide open throttle conditions, the following
pre-programmed, triple microprocessor digital com-
occurs:
puter. It regulates ignition timing, air-fuel ratio,
• Voltage is applied to the fuel injectors with the
emission control devices, charging system, certain
ASD relay via the PCM. The PCM will then control
transmission features, speed control, air conditioning
the injection sequence and injector pulse width by
compressor clutch engagement and idle speed. The
turning the ground circuit to each individual injector
PCM can adapt its programming to meet changing
on and off. The PCM ignores the oxygen sensor input
operating conditions.
signal and provides a predetermined amount of addi-
The PCM receives input signals from various
tional fuel. This is done by adjusting injector pulse
switches and sensors. Based on these inputs, the
width.
PCM regulates various engine and vehicle operations
• The PCM adjusts ignition timing by turning the
through different system components. These compo-
ground path to the coil on and off.
nents are referred to as Powertrain Control Module
IGNITION SWITCH OFF MODE (PCM) Outputs. The sensors and switches that pro-
vide inputs to the PCM are considered Powertrain
When ignition switch is turned to OFF position,
Control Module (PCM) Inputs.
the PCM stops operating the injectors, ignition coil,
The PCM adjusts ignition timing based upon
ASD relay and fuel pump relay.
inputs it receives from sensors that react to: engine
rpm, manifold absolute pressure, engine coolant tem-
DESCRIPTION - 5 VOLT SUPPLIES
perature, throttle position, transmission gear selec-
Two different Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
tion (automatic transmission), vehicle speed and the
five volt supply circuits are used; primary and sec-
brake switch.
ondary.
The PCM adjusts idle speed based on inputs it
receives from sensors that react to: throttle position,
DESCRIPTION - IGNITION CIRCUIT SENSE vehicle speed, transmission gear selection, engine
This circuit ties the ignition switch to the Power-
coolant temperature and from inputs it receives from
train Control Module (PCM).
the air conditioning clutch switch and brake switch.
8E - 18 ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULES BR/BE
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (Continued)
Based on inputs that it receives, the PCM adjusts • Idle air control (IAC) motor
ignition coil dwell. The PCM also adjusts the gener- • Ignition coil
ator charge rate through control of the generator • Leak detection pump (if equipped)
field and provides speed control operation. • Malfunction indicator lamp (Check engine lamp).
Driven through CCD circuits.
NOTE: PCM Inputs: • Overdrive indicator lamp (if equipped)
• Service Reminder Indicator (SRI) Lamp (MAINT
• A/C request (if equipped with factory A/C) REQ’D lamp). Driven through CCD circuits.
• A/C select (if equipped with factory A/C) • Speed control vacuum solenoid
• Auto shutdown (ASD) sense • Speed control vent solenoid
• Battery temperature • Tachometer (if equipped). Driven through CCD
• Battery voltage circuits.
• Brake switch • Transmission convertor clutch circuit
• CCD bus (+) circuits • Transmission 3–4 shift solenoid
• CCD bus (-) circuits • Transmission relay
• Camshaft position sensor signal • Transmission temperature lamp (if equipped)
• Crankshaft position sensor • Transmission variable force solenoid
• Data link connection for DRB scan tool
• Engine coolant temperature sensor OPERATION - DIESEL
• Fuel level Two different control modules are used: The Pow-
• Generator (battery voltage) output ertrain Control Module (PCM), and the Engine Con-
• Ignition circuit sense (ignition switch in on/off/ trol Module (ECM). The ECM controls the fuel
crank/run position) system. The PCM does not control the fuel system.
• Intake manifold air temperature sensor The PCM’s main function is to control: the vehicle
• Leak detection pump (switch) sense (if equipped) charging system, speed control system, transmission,
• Manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor air conditioning system and certain bussed messages.
• Oil pressure The PCM can adapt its programming to meet
• Output shaft speed sensor changing operating conditions.
• Overdrive/override switch The PCM receives input signals from various
• Oxygen sensors switches and sensors. Based on these inputs, the
• Park/neutral switch (auto. trans. only) PCM regulates various engine and vehicle operations
• Power ground through different system components. These compo-
• Sensor return nents are referred to as PCM Outputs. The sensors
• Signal ground and switches that provide inputs to the PCM are con-
• Speed control multiplexed single wire input sidered PCM Inputs.
• Throttle position sensor
• Transmission governor pressure sensor NOTE: PCM Inputs:
• Transmission temperature sensor
• Vehicle speed inputs from ABS or RWAL system • A/C request (if equipped with factory A/C)
• A/C select (if equipped with factory A/C)
NOTE: PCM Outputs: • Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor (APPS) output
from ECM
• A/C clutch relay • Auto shutdown (ASD) relay sense
• Auto shutdown (ASD) relay • Battery temperature sensor
• CCD bus (+/-) circuits for: speedometer, voltme- • Battery voltage
ter, fuel gauge, oil pressure gauge/lamp, engine temp. • Brake switch
gauge and speed control warn. lamp • CCD bus (+) circuits
• Data link connection for DRB scan tool • CCD bus (-) circuits
• EGR valve control solenoid (if equipped) • Crankshaft Position Sensor (CKP) output from
• EVAP canister purge solenoid ECM
• Five volt sensor supply (primary) • Data link connection for DRB scan tool
• Five volt sensor supply (secondary) • Fuel level sensor
• Fuel injectors • Generator (battery voltage) output
• Fuel pump relay • Ignition sense
• Generator field driver (-) • Output shaft speed sensor
• Generator field driver (+) • Overdrive/override switch
• Generator lamp (if equipped) • Park/neutral switch (auto. trans. only)
BR/BE ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULES 8E - 19
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (Continued)
• Power ground OPERATION - IGNITION CIRCUIT SENSE
• Sensor return The ignition circuit sense input tells the PCM the
• Signal ground ignition switch has energized the ignition circuit.
• Speed control resume switch Battery voltage is also supplied to the PCM
• Speed control set switch through the ignition switch when the ignition is in
• Speed control on/off switch the RUN or START position. This is referred to as
• Transmission governor pressure sensor the 9ignition sense9 circuit and is used to 9wake up9
• Transmission temperature sensor the PCM. Voltage on the ignition input can be as low
• Vehicle speed inputs from ABS or RWAL system as 6 volts and the PCM will still function. Voltage is
supplied to this circuit to power the PCM’s 8-volt reg-
NOTE: PCM Outputs: ulator and to allow the PCM to perform fuel, ignition
and emissions control functions.
After inputs are received by the PCM, certain sen-
sors, switches and components are controlled or reg-
ulated by the PCM. These are considered PCM REMOVAL
Outputs. These outputs are for: USE THE DRB SCAN TOOL TO REPROGRAM
• A/C clutch relay and A/C clutch THE NEW POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE
• Auto shutdown (ASD) relay (PCM) WITH THE VEHICLES ORIGINAL IDEN-
• CCD bus (+/-) circuits for: speedometer, voltme- TIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) AND THE VEHI-
ter, fuel gauge, oil pressure gauge/lamp, engine temp. CLES ORIGINAL MILEAGE. IF THIS STEP IS
gauge and speed control warn. lamp NOT DONE, A DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE
• Data link connection for DRB scan tool (DTC) MAY BE SET.
• Five volt sensor supply The PCM is located in the engine compartment
• Generator field driver (-) (Fig. 18).
• Generator field driver (+)
• Generator lamp (if equipped)
• Malfunction indicator lamp (Check engine lamp)
• Overdrive warning lamp (if equipped)
• Speed control vacuum solenoid
• Speed control vent solenoid
• Tachometer (if equipped)
• Transmission convertor clutch circuit
• Transmission 3–4 shift solenoid
• Transmission relay
• Transmission temperature lamp (if equipped)
• Transmission variable force solenoid (governor
sol.)
ENGINE SYSTEMS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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BATTERY SYSTEM
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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THE BATTERY SEEMS 1. The battery has an 1. Refer to Battery Specifications for the proper
WEAK OR DEAD WHEN incorrect size or rating for size and rating. Replace an incorrect battery, as
ATTEMPTING TO START this vehicle. required.
THE ENGINE. 2. The battery is physically 2. Inspect the battery for loose terminal posts or a
damaged. cracked and leaking case. Replace the damaged
battery, as required.
3. The battery terminal 3. Refer to Battery Cable for the proper cable
connections are loose or diagnosis and testing procedures. Clean and
corroded. tighten the battery terminal connections, as
required.
4. The battery is discharged. 4. Determine the battery state-of-charge. Refer to
Standard Procedures for the proper test
procedures. Charge the faulty battery, as
required.
5. The electrical system 5. Refer to Standard Procedures for the proper
ignition-off draw is excessive. test procedures. Repair the faulty electrical
system, as required.
6. The battery is faulty. 6. Determine the battery cranking capacity. Refer
to Standard Procedures for the test procedures.
Replace the faulty battery, as required.
7. The starting system is 7. Determine if the starting system is performing
faulty. to specifications. Refer to Starting System for the
proper starting system diagnosis and testing
procedures. Repair the faulty starting system, as
required.
8. The charging system is 8. Determine if the charging system is performing
faulty. to specifications. Refer to Charging System for
the proper charging system diagnosis and testing
procedures. Repair the faulty charging system, as
required.
8F - 4 BATTERY SYSTEM BR/BE
BATTERY SYSTEM (Continued)
THE BATTERY STATE OF 1. The battery has an 1. Refer to Battery Specifications for the proper
CHARGE CANNOT BE incorrect size or rating for specifications. Replace an incorrect battery, as
MAINTAINED. this vehicle. required.
2. The battery terminal 2. Refer to Battery Cable for the proper cable
connections are loose or diagnosis and testing procedures. Clean and
corroded. tighten the battery terminal connections, as
required.
3. The generator drive belt is 3. Refer to Cooling System for the proper
slipping. accessory drive belt diagnosis and testing
procedures. Replace or adjust the faulty
generator drive belt, as required.
4. The electrical system 4. Refer to Standard Procedures for the proper
ignition-off draw is excessive. test procedures. Repair the faulty electrical
system, as required.
5. The battery is faulty. 5. Determine the battery cranking capacity. Refer
to Standard Procedures for the proper test
procedures. Replace the faulty battery, as
required.
6. The starting system is 6. Determine if the starting system is performing
faulty. to specifications. Refer to Starting System for the
proper starting system diagnosis and testing
procedures. Repair the faulty starting system, as
required.
7. The charging system is 7. Determine if the charging system is performing
faulty. to specifications. Refer to Charging System for
the proper charging system diagnosis and testing
procedures. Repair the faulty charging system, as
required.
8. Electrical loads exceed the 8. Inspect the vehicle for aftermarket electrical
output of the charging equipment which might cause excessive electrical
system. loads.
9. Slow driving or prolonged 9. Advise the vehicle operator, as required.
idling with high-amperage
draw systems in use.
THE BATTERY WILL NOT 1. The battery is faulty. 1. Refer to Standard Procedures for the proper
ACCEPT A CHARGE. battery charging procedures. Charge or replace
the faulty battery, as required.
SPECIFICATIONS
BATTERY
OPERATION
The battery is designed to store electrical energy in
a chemical form. When an electrical load is applied to
the terminals of the battery, an electrochemical reac-
tion occurs. This reaction causes the battery to dis-
charge electrical current from its terminals. As the
battery discharges, a gradual chemical change takes
place within each cell. The sulfuric acid in the elec-
trolyte combines with the plate materials, causing
both plates to slowly change to lead sulfate. At the
same time, oxygen from the positive plate material
combines with hydrogen from the sulfuric acid, caus-
ing the electrolyte to become mainly water. The
chemical changes within the battery are caused by
the movement of excess or free electrons between the
positive and negative plate groups. This movement of
Fig. 4 Low-Maintenance Battery - Typical
electrons produces a flow of electrical current
1 - POSITIVE POST
through the load device attached to the battery ter-
2 - VENT
minals.
3 - CELL CAP
4 - TEST INDICATOR
As the plate materials become more similar chem-
5 - CELL CAP ically, and the electrolyte becomes less acid, the volt-
6 - VENT age potential of each cell is reduced. However, by
7 - NEGATIVE POST charging the battery with a voltage higher than that
8 - GREEN BALL of the battery itself, the battery discharging process
9 - ELECTROLYTE LEVEL is reversed. Charging the battery gradually changes
10 - PLATE GROUPS the sulfated lead plates back into sponge lead and
11 - LOW-MAINTENANCE BATTERY lead dioxide, and the water back into sulfuric acid.
This action restores the difference in the electron
lead dioxide (positive plate) or sponge lead (negative charges deposited on the plates, and the voltage
plate). Insulators or plate separators made of a non- potential of the battery cells. For a battery to remain
conductive material are inserted between the positive useful, it must be able to produce high-amperage cur-
and negative plates to prevent them from contacting rent over an extended period. A battery must also be
or shorting against one another. These dissimilar able to accept a charge, so that its voltage potential
metal plates are submerged in a sulfuric acid and may be restored.
water solution called an electrolyte. The battery is vented to release excess hydrogen
The factory-installed battery has a built-in test gas that is created when the battery is being charged
indicator (hydrometer). The color visible in the sight or discharged. However, even with these vents,
glass of the indicator will reveal the battery condi- hydrogen gas can collect in or around the battery. If
tion. Refer to Standard Procedures for the proper hydrogen gas is exposed to flame or sparks, it may
built-in indicator test procedures. The factory-in- ignite. If the electrolyte level is low, the battery may
stalled low-maintenance battery has non-re- arc internally and explode. If the battery is equipped
movable battery cell caps. Water cannot be added with removable cell caps, add distilled water when-
to this battery. The battery is not sealed and has ever the electrolyte level is below the top of the
vent holes in the cell caps. The chemical composition plates. If the battery cell caps cannot be removed, the
of the metal coated plates within the low-mainte- battery must be replaced if the electrolyte level
nance battery reduces battery gassing and water becomes low.
loss, at normal charge and discharge rates. There-
fore, the battery should not require additional water DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - BATTERY
in normal service. Rapid loss of electrolyte can be The battery must be completely charged and the
caused by an overcharging condition. Be certain to top, posts and terminal clamps should be properly
diagnose the charging system before returning the cleaned and inspected before diagnostic procedures
vehicle to service. Refer to Charging System for the are performed. Refer to Battery System Cleaning for
proper charging system diagnosis and testing proce- the proper cleaning procedures, and Battery System
dures. Inspection for the proper battery inspection proce-
dures. Refer to Standard Procedures for the proper
battery charging procedures.
8F - 8 BATTERY SYSTEM BR/BE
BATTERY (Continued)
WARNING: IF THE BATTERY SHOWS SIGNS OF • The battery open-circuit voltage is less than 12.4
FREEZING, LEAKING OR LOOSE POSTS, DO NOT volts.
TEST, ASSIST-BOOST, OR CHARGE. THE BATTERY A battery that will not accept a charge is faulty,
MAY ARC INTERNALLY AND EXPLODE. PERSONAL and must be replaced. Further testing is not
INJURY AND/OR VEHICLE DAMAGE MAY RESULT. required. A fully-charged battery must be load tested
to determine its cranking capacity. A battery that is
fully-charged, but does not pass the load test, is
WARNING: EXPLOSIVE HYDROGEN GAS FORMS IN faulty and must be replaced.
AND AROUND THE BATTERY. DO NOT SMOKE,
USE FLAME, OR CREATE SPARKS NEAR THE BAT- NOTE: Completely discharged batteries may take
TERY. PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR VEHICLE DAM- several hours to accept a charge. Refer to Standard
AGE MAY RESULT. Procedures for the proper battery charging proce-
dures.
WARNING: THE BATTERY CONTAINS SULFURIC A battery is fully-charged when:
ACID, WHICH IS POISONOUS AND CAUSTIC. AVOID • All battery cells are gassing freely during charg-
CONTACT WITH THE SKIN, EYES, OR CLOTHING. ing.
IN THE EVENT OF CONTACT, FLUSH WITH WATER • A green color is visible in the sight glass of the
AND CALL A PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY. KEEP OUT battery built-in test indicator.
OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. • Three corrected specific gravity tests, taken at
one-hour intervals, indicate no increase in the spe-
WARNING: IF THE BATTERY IS EQUIPPED WITH cific gravity of the battery electrolyte.
REMOVABLE CELL CAPS, BE CERTAIN THAT EACH • Open-circuit voltage of the battery is 12.4 volts
OF THE CELL CAPS ARE IN PLACE AND TIGHT or greater.
BEFORE THE BATTERY IS RETURNED TO SER-
VICE. PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR VEHICLE DAM- STANDARD PROCEDURE - CHECKING BATTERY
AGE MAY RESULT FROM LOOSE OR MISSING ELECTROLYTE LEVEL
CELL CAPS. The following procedure can be used to check the
electrolyte level in the battery.
The condition of a battery is determined by two cri- (1) Remove the battery caps (Fig. 5).
teria:
• State-Of-Charge - This can be determined by
checking the specific gravity of the battery electrolyte
(built-in indicator test or hydrometer test), or by
checking the battery voltage (open-circuit voltage
test).
• Cranking Capacity - This can be determined
by performing a battery load test, which measures
the ability of the battery to supply high-amperage
current.
First, determine the battery state-of-charge. This
can be done in one of three ways. If the battery has a
built-in test indicator, perform the built-in indicator
test to determine the state-of-charge. If the battery
has no built-in test indicator but does have remov-
able cell caps, perform the hydrometer test to deter-
mine the state-of-charge. If the battery cell caps are
not removable, or a hydrometer is not available, per-
form the open-circuit voltage test to determine the
state-of-charge.
Second, determine the battery cranking capacity by
performing a load test. The battery must be charged
before proceeding with a load test if:
Fig. 5 Battery Caps - Export Battery
• The battery built-in test indicator has a black or
dark color visible. 1 - BATTERY CAP
2 - BATTERY
• The temperature corrected specific gravity of the
battery electrolyte is less than 1.235.
BR/BE BATTERY SYSTEM 8F - 9
BATTERY (Continued)
(2) Look through the battery cap holes to deter- WARNING: IF THE BATTERY SHOWS SIGNS OF
mine the level of the electrolyte in the battery (Fig. FREEZING, LEAKING OR LOOSE POSTS, DO NOT
6). The electrolyte should be approximately 1 centi- TEST, ASSIST-BOOST, OR CHARGE. THE BATTERY
meter above the battery plates or until the hook MAY ARC INTERNALLY AND EXPLODE. PERSONAL
inside the battery cap holes is covered. INJURY AND/OR VEHICLE DAMAGE MAY RESULT.
(3) Multiply the result from Step 2 by the temper- WARNING: IF THE BATTERY IS EQUIPPED WITH
ature correction factor (0.004): 7 X 0.004 = 0.028 REMOVABLE CELL CAPS, BE CERTAIN THAT EACH
(4) The temperature at testing was below 26.7° C OF THE CELL CAPS IS IN PLACE AND TIGHT
(80° F); therefore, the temperature correction factor BEFORE THE BATTERY IS RETURNED TO SER-
is subtracted: 1.240 - 0.028 = 1.212 VICE. PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR VEHICLE DAM-
(5) The corrected specific gravity of the battery cell AGE MAY RESULT FROM LOOSE OR MISSING
in this example is 1.212. CELL CAPS.
Test the specific gravity of the electrolyte in each
battery cell. If the specific gravity of all cells is above Before proceeding with this test, completely charge
1.235, but the variation between cells is more than the battery. Refer to Standard Procedures for the
fifty points (0.050), the battery should be replaced. If proper battery charging procedures.
the specific gravity of one or more cells is less than (1) Before measuring the open-circuit voltage, the
1.235, charge the battery at a rate of approximately surface charge must be removed from the battery.
five amperes. Continue charging the battery until Turn on the headlamps for fifteen seconds, then
three consecutive specific gravity tests, taken at one- allow up to five minutes for the battery voltage to
hour intervals, are constant. If the cell specific grav- stabilize.
ity variation is more than fifty points (0.050) at the (2) Disconnect and isolate both battery cables, neg-
end of the charge period, replace the battery. ative cable first.
When the specific gravity of all cells is above 1.235, (3) Using a voltmeter connected to the battery
and the cell variation is less than fifty points (0.050), posts (see the instructions provided by the manufac-
the battery may be load tested to determine its turer of the voltmeter), measure the open-circuit volt-
cranking capacity. Refer to Standard Procedures for age (Fig. 11).
the proper battery load test procedures.
8F - 14 BATTERY SYSTEM BR/BE
BATTERY (Continued)
WARNING: THE BATTERY CONTAINS SULFURIC
ACID, WHICH IS POISONOUS AND CAUSTIC. AVOID
CONTACT WITH THE SKIN, EYES, OR CLOTHING.
IN THE EVENT OF CONTACT, FLUSH WITH WATER
AND CALL A PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY. KEEP OUT
OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN.
(2) Determine that the underhood lamp is operat- (5) After about three minutes, the high-amperage
ing properly, then disconnect the lamp wire harness IOD reading on the multi-meter should become very
connector or remove the lamp bulb. low or nonexistent, depending upon the electrical
(3) Disconnect the battery negative cable. equipment in the vehicle. If the amperage reading
(4) Set an electronic digital multi-meter to its remains high, remove and replace each fuse or circuit
highest amperage scale. Connect the multi-meter breaker in the Power Distribution Center (PDC) and
between the disconnected battery negative cable ter- then in the Junction Block (JB), one at a time until
minal clamp and the battery negative terminal post. the amperage reading becomes very low, or nonexist-
Make sure that the doors remain closed so that the ent. Refer to the appropriate wiring information in
illuminated entry system is not activated. The multi- this service manual for complete PDC and JB fuse,
meter amperage reading may remain high for up to circuit breaker, and circuit identification. This will
three minutes, or may not give any reading at all isolate each circuit and identify the circuit that is the
while set in the highest amperage scale, depending source of the high-amperage IOD. If the amperage
upon the electrical equipment in the vehicle. The reading remains high after removing and replacing
multi-meter leads must be securely clamped to the each fuse and circuit breaker, disconnect the wire
battery negative cable terminal clamp and the bat- harness from the generator. If the amperage reading
tery negative terminal post. If continuity between the now becomes very low or nonexistent, refer to Charg-
battery negative terminal post and the negative cable ing System for the proper charging system diagnosis
terminal clamp is lost during any part of the IOD and testing procedures. After the high-amperage IOD
test, the electronic timer function will be activated has been corrected, switch the multi-meter to pro-
and all of the tests will have to be repeated. gressively lower amperage scales and, if necessary,
repeat the fuse and circuit breaker remove-and-re-
BR/BE BATTERY SYSTEM 8F - 17
BATTERY (Continued)
place process to identify and correct all sources of WARNING: WEAR A SUITABLE PAIR OF RUBBER
excessive IOD. It is now safe to select the lowest mil- GLOVES (NOT THE HOUSEHOLD TYPE) WHEN
liampere scale of the multi-meter to check the low- REMOVING A BATTERY BY HAND. SAFETY
amperage IOD. GLASSES SHOULD ALSO BE WORN. IF THE BAT-
TERY IS CRACKED OR LEAKING, THE ELECTRO-
CAUTION: Do not open any doors, or turn on any LYTE CAN BURN THE SKIN AND EYES.
electrical accessories with the lowest milliampere
scale selected, or the multi-meter may be damaged. (7) Remove the battery from the battery tray.
(6) Observe the multi-meter reading. The low-am-
perage IOD should not exceed thirty-five milliam- INSTALLATION
peres (0.035 ampere). If the current draw exceeds (1) Clean and inspect the battery. Refer to Bat-
thirty-five milliamperes, isolate each circuit using the tery System in this group for the location of the
fuse and circuit breaker remove-and-replace process proper battery system cleaning and inspection proce-
in Step 5. The multi-meter reading will drop to dures.
within the acceptable limit when the source of the (2) Position the battery onto the battery tray.
excessive current draw is disconnected. Repair this Ensure that the battery positive and negative termi-
circuit as required; whether a wiring short, incorrect nal posts are correctly positioned. The battery cable
switch adjustment, or a component failure is at fault. terminal clamps must reach the correct battery ter-
minal post without stretching the cables (Fig. 17).
REMOVAL
(1) Turn the ignition switch to the Off position. Be
certain that all electrical accessories are turned off.
(2) Loosen the battery negative cable terminal
clamp pinch-bolt hex nut.
(3) Disconnect the battery negative cable terminal
clamp from the battery negative terminal post. If
necessary, use a battery terminal puller to remove
the terminal clamp from the battery post (Fig. 16).
(4) Loosen the battery positive cable terminal (3) Reinstall the battery hold downs onto the bat-
clamp pinch-bolt hex nut. tery. Refer to Battery Hold Downs in this group for
(5) Disconnect the battery positive cable terminal the location of the proper battery hold down installa-
clamp from the battery positive terminal post. If nec- tion procedures.
essary, use a battery terminal puller to remove the
CAUTION: Be certain that the battery cable terminal
terminal clamp from the battery post.
clamps are connected to the correct battery termi-
(6) Remove the battery hold downs from the bat-
nal posts. Reversed battery polarity may damage
tery. Refer to Battery Hold Downs in this group for
electrical components of the vehicle.
the location of the proper battery hold down removal
procedures.
8F - 18 BATTERY SYSTEM BR/BE
BATTERY (Continued)
(4) Clean the battery cable terminal clamps and side battery is mirror image of the hold down hard-
the battery terminal posts. Refer to Battery System ware used for the left side battery.
in this group for the location of the proper battery When installing a battery into the battery tray, be
system cleaning and inspection procedures. certain that the hold down hardware is properly
(5) Reconnect the battery positive cable terminal installed and that the fasteners are tightened to the
clamp to the battery positive terminal post. Tighten proper specifications. Improper hold down fastener
the terminal clamp pinch-bolt hex nut to 4 N·m (35 tightness, whether too loose or too tight, can result in
in. lbs.). damage to the battery, the vehicle or both. Refer to
(6) Reconnect the battery negative cable terminal Battery Hold Downs in this group for the location
clamp to the battery negative terminal post. Tighten of the proper battery hold down installation proce-
the terminal clamp pinch-bolt hex nut to 4 N·m (35 dures, including the proper hold down fastener tight-
in. lbs.). ness specifications.
(7) Apply a thin coating of petroleum jelly or chas-
sis grease to the exposed surfaces of the battery cable OPERATION
terminal clamps and the battery terminal posts. The battery holddown secures the battery in the
battery tray. This holddown is designed to prevent
battery movement during the most extreme vehicle
BATTERY HOLDDOWN operation conditions. Periodic removel and lubrica-
tion of the battery holddown hardware is recomended
DESCRIPTION to prevent hardware seizure at a later date.
REMOVAL
All of the battery hold down hardware except for
the outboard U-nut can be serviced without removal
of the battery or the battery tray. The battery tray
must be removed from the vehicle to service the out-
board U-nut. If the outboard U-nut requires service
replacement, refer to Battery Tray in the index of
this service manual for the location of the proper bat-
tery tray removal and installation procedures.
(1) Turn the ignition switch to the Off position. Be
certain that all electrical accessories are turned off.
(2) Loosen the battery negative cable terminal
clamp pinch-bolt hex nut.
(3) Disconnect the battery negative cable terminal
clamp from the battery negative terminal post. If
necessary, use a battery terminal puller to remove
Fig. 18 Battery Hold Downs - Typical
the terminal clamp from the battery post.
1 - BATTERY TRAY (4) Remove the two battery hold down bolts from
2 - U-NUT (2)
the battery hold down strap (Fig. 19) .
3 - BATTERY
(5) Remove the battery hold down strap from the
4 - BOLT (2)
5 - STRAP
top of the battery case.
INSTALLATION
The battery hold down hardware (Fig. 18) includes All of the battery hold down hardware except for
two bolts, two U-nuts and a hold down strap. The bat- the outboard U-nut can be serviced without removal
tery hold down bracket consists of a formed steel rod
of the battery or the battery tray. The battery tray
with a stamped steel angle bracket welded to each end.
must be removed from the vehicle to service the out-
The hold down bracket assembly is then plastic-coated
board U-nut. If the outboard U-nut requires service
for corrosion protection. Models equipped with the
optional diesel engine have a second battery installed replacement, refer to Battery Tray in the index of
in a second battery tray on the right side of the engine this service manual for the location of the proper bat-
compartment. The hold down hardware for the right tery tray removal and installation procedures.
BR/BE BATTERY SYSTEM 8F - 19
BATTERY HOLDDOWN (Continued)
Fig. 21 Fuel Shutdown Solenoid Connector - Diesel (3) Connect the voltmeter to measure between the
Engine battery positive cable terminal clamp and the starter
solenoid B(+) terminal stud (Fig. 24). Rotate and hold
1 - AIR TEMPERATURE SENSOR
the ignition switch in the Start position. Observe the
2 - SENSOR ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR
3 - SOLENOID ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR
voltmeter. If the reading is above 0.2 volt, clean and
4 - FUEL SHUTDOWN SOLENOID tighten the battery positive cable eyelet terminal con-
5 - INTAKE MANIFOLD (UPPER HALF) nection at the starter solenoid B(+) terminal stud.
Repeat the test. If the reading is still above 0.2 volt,
replace the faulty battery positive cable.
CHARGING
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
CHARGING INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 GENERATOR
OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
CHARGING SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
BATTERY TEMPERATURE SENSOR VOLTAGE REGULATOR
DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
SPECIFICATIONS
GENERATOR RATINGS
BATTERY TEMPERATURE
SENSOR
DESCRIPTION
The Battery Temperature Sensor (BTS) is attached
to the battery tray located under the battery.
OPERATION
The BTS is used to determine the battery temper-
ature and control battery charging rate. This temper-
ature data, along with data from monitored line
voltage, is used by the PCM to vary the battery
charging rate. System voltage will be higher at colder
temperatures and is gradually reduced at warmer
temperatures.
The PCM sends 5 volts to the sensor and is
grounded through the sensor return line. As temper-
ature increases, resistance in the sensor decreases
and the detection voltage at the PCM increases.
The BTS is also used for OBD II diagnostics. Cer-
tain faults and OBD II monitors are either enabled
or disabled, depending upon BTS input (for example,
disable purge and enable Leak Detection Pump
(LDP) and O2 sensor heater tests). Most OBD II
monitors are disabled below 20°F.
REMOVAL
The battery temperature sensor is located under
Fig. 1 Battery Temperature Sensor Location
the vehicle battery (Fig. 1) and is attached (snapped 1 - BATT. TEMP. SENSOR
2 - BATTERY HOLD DOWN STRAP
into) a mounting hole on battery tray. On models
3 - PIGTAIL HARNESS
equipped with a diesel engine (dual batteries), only
4 - U-NUT
one sensor is used. The sensor is located under the 5 - U-NUT
battery on drivers side of vehicle. 6 - ELEC. CONNEC.
(1) Remove battery. Refer to 8, Battery for proce-
dures.
(2) Disconnect sensor pigtail harness from engine GENERATOR
wire harness.
(3) Pry sensor straight up from battery tray
DESCRIPTION
mounting hole.
The generator is belt-driven by the engine using a
serpentine type drive belt. It is serviced only as a
INSTALLATION complete assembly. If the generator fails for any rea-
The battery temperature sensor is located under son, the entire assembly must be replaced.
the vehicle battery (Fig. 1) and is attached (snapped
into) a mounting hole on battery tray. On models
OPERATION
equipped with a diesel engine (dual batteries), only
As the energized rotor begins to rotate within the
one sensor is used. The sensor is located under the
generator, the spinning magnetic field induces a cur-
battery on drivers side of vehicle.
rent into the windings of the stator coil. Once the
(1) Feed pigtail harness through mounting hole in
generator begins producing sufficient current, it also
top of battery tray and press sensor into top of tray
provides the current needed to energize the rotor.
(snaps in).
The Y type stator winding connections deliver the
(2) Connect pigtail harness.
induced alternating current to 3 positive and 3 neg-
(3) Install battery. Refer to 8A, Battery for proce-
ative diodes for rectification. From the diodes, recti-
dures.
fied direct current is delivered to the vehicle
electrical system through the generator battery ter-
minal.
8F - 30 CHARGING BR/BE
GENERATOR (Continued)
Although the generators appear the same exter-
nally, different generators with different output rat-
ings are used on this vehicle. Be certain that the
replacement generator has the same output rating
and part number as the original unit. Refer to Gen-
erator Ratings in the Specifications section at the
back of this group for amperage ratings and part
numbers.
Noise emitting from the generator may be caused
by: worn, loose or defective bearings; a loose or defec-
tive drive pulley; incorrect, worn, damaged or misad-
justed fan drive belt; loose mounting bolts; a
misaligned drive pulley or a defective stator or diode.
REMOVAL
WARNING: DISCONNECT NEGATIVE CABLE FROM
BATTERY BEFORE REMOVING BATTERY OUTPUT
WIRE (B+ WIRE) FROM GENERATOR. FAILURE TO
DO SO CAN RESULT IN INJURY OR DAMAGE TO Fig. 2 Remove/Install Generator—3.9L/5.2L/5.9L
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Engines
1 - MOUNTING BOLT
(1) Disconnect negative battery cable at battery.
2 - GENERATOR
Diesel Engines: Disconnect both negative battery 3 - MOUNTING BRACKET
cables at both batteries. 4 - MOUNTING BOLT/NUT
(2) Remove generator drive belt. Refer to 7, Cool-
ing System for procedure.
(3) Gasoline Engines: Remove generator pivot and
mounting bolts/nut (Fig. 2) or (Fig. 3).
(4) Diesel Engines: Loosen (but do not remove)
generator mounting bracket-to-engine bolt (Fig. 4).
(5) All Engines: Remove upper generator mounting
bolt and lower mounting bolt/nut.
(6) Remove B+ terminal mounting nut at rear of
generator (Fig. 5) or (Fig. 6). Disconnect terminal
from generator.
(7) Disconnect field wire connector at rear of gen-
erator by pushing on connector tab.
(8) Remove generator from vehicle.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position generator to engine and snap field
wire connector into rear of generator.
(2) Install B+ terminal eyelet to generator stud.
Tighten mounting nut to 12 N·m (108 in. lbs.) torque.
(3) Install generator mounting fasteners and Fig. 3 Remove/Install Generator—8.0L Engine
tighten as follows:
1 - MOUNTING BOLT
• Generator mounting bolt—All gas powered 2 - GENERATOR
engines—41 N·m (30 ft. lbs.) torque. 3 - NUT
• Generator pivot bolt/nut—All gas powered 4 - MOUNTING BRACKET
engines—41 N·m (30 ft. lbs.) torque. 5 - MOUNTING BOLT
• Generator mounting bolt—Diesel powered
engines—54 N·m (40 ft. lbs.) torque.
CAUTION: Never force a belt over a pulley rim
• Generator pivot bolt/nut—Diesel powered
using a screwdriver. The synthetic fiber of the belt
engines—54 N·m (40 ft. lbs.) torque.
can be damaged.
BR/BE CHARGING 8F - 31
GENERATOR (Continued)
VOLTAGE REGULATOR
DESCRIPTION
The Electronic Voltage Regulator (EVR) is not a
separate component. It is actually a voltage regulat-
ing circuit located within the Powertrain Control
Module (PCM). The EVR is not serviced separately. If
replacement is necessary, the PCM must be replaced.
OPERATION
The amount of direct current produced by the gen-
erator is controlled by EVR circuitry contained
within the PCM. This circuitry is connected in series
with the generators second rotor field terminal and
its ground.
Voltage is regulated by cycling the ground path to
control the strength of the rotor magnetic field. The
Fig. 5 Generator Connectors—Typical Bosch
EVR circuitry monitors system line voltage (B+) and
1 - FIELD WIRE CONNECTOR battery temperature (refer to Battery Temperature
2 - FIELD WIRES Sensor for more information). It then determines a
3 - B+ (OUTPUT TERMINAL)
target charging voltage. If sensed battery voltage is
0.5 volts or lower than the target voltage, the PCM
CAUTION: When installing a serpentine accessory grounds the field winding until sensed battery volt-
drive belt, the belt MUST be routed correctly. The age is 0.5 volts above target voltage. A circuit in the
water pump will be rotating in the wrong direction if PCM cycles the ground side of the generator field up
the belt is installed incorrectly, causing the engine to 100 times per second (100Hz), but has the capabil-
to overheat. Refer to belt routing label in engine ity to ground the field control wire 100% of the time
compartment, or refer to Belt Schematics in Group (full field) to achieve the target voltage. If the charg-
7, Cooling System. ing rate cannot be monitored (limp-in), a duty cycle
of 25% is used by the PCM in order to have some
(4) Install generator drive belt. Refer to 7, Cooling generator output. Also refer to Charging System
System for procedure. Operation for additional information.
8F - 32 STARTING BR/BE
STARTING
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
STARTING OPERATION
The starting system components form two separate
DESCRIPTION circuits. A high-amperage feed circuit that feeds the
The starting system consists of: starter motor between 150 and 350 amperes (700
• Starter relay amperes - diesel engine), and a low-amperage control
circuit that operates on less than 20 amperes. The
• Starter motor (including an integral starter sole-
high-amperage feed circuit components include the
noid)
battery, the battery cables, the contact disc portion of
Other components to be considered as part of start-
the starter solenoid, and the starter motor. The low-
ing system are: amperage control circuit components include the igni-
• Battery tion switch, the clutch pedal position switch (manual
• Battery cables transmission), the park/neutral position switch (auto-
• Ignition switch and key lock cylinder matic transmission), the starter relay, the electro-
• Clutch pedal position switch (manual transmis- magnetic windings of the starter solenoid, and the
sion) connecting wire harness components.
• Park/neutral position switch (automatic trans- If the vehicle is equipped with a manual transmis-
mission) sion, it has a clutch pedal position switch installed in
• Wire harnesses and connections. series between the ignition switch and the coil bat-
The Battery, Starting, and Charging systems oper- tery terminal of the starter relay. This normally open
ate in conjunction with one another, and must be switch prevents the starter relay from being ener-
tested as a complete system. For correct operation of gized when the ignition switch is turned to the
starting/charging systems, all components used in momentary Start position, unless the clutch pedal is
these 3 systems must perform within specifications. depressed. This feature prevents starter motor oper-
When attempting to diagnose any of these systems, it ation while the clutch disc and the flywheel are
is important that you keep their interdependency in engaged. The starter relay coil ground terminal is
mind. always grounded on vehicles with a manual trans-
The diagnostic procedures used in each of these mission.
groups include the most basic conventional diagnostic If the vehicle is equipped with an automatic trans-
methods, to the more sophisticated On-Board Diag- mission, battery voltage is supplied through the low-
nostics (OBD) built into the Powertrain Control Mod- amperage control circuit to the coil battery terminal
ule (PCM). Use of an induction-type milliampere of the starter relay when the ignition switch is
ammeter, volt/ohmmeter, battery charger, carbon pile turned to the momentary Start position. The park/
rheostat (load tester), and 12-volt test lamp may be neutral position switch is installed in series between
required. the starter relay coil ground terminal and ground.
Certain starting system components are monitored This normally open switch prevents the starter relay
by the PCM and may produce a Diagnostic Trouble from being energized and the starter motor from
Code (DTC). Refer to Diagnostic Trouble Codes for operating unless the automatic transmission gear
additional information and a list of codes. selector is in the Neutral or Park positions.
BR/BE STARTING 8F - 33
STARTING (Continued)
When the starter relay coil is energized, the nor- shaft. When the driver releases the ignition switch to
mally open relay contacts close. The relay contacts the On position, the starter relay coil is de-energized.
connect the relay common feed terminal to the relay This causes the relay contacts to open. When the
normally open terminal. The closed relay contacts relay contacts open, the starter solenoid plunger
energize the starter solenoid coil windings. hold-in coil is de-energized.
The energized solenoid pull-in coil pulls in the sole- When the solenoid plunger hold-in coil is de-ener-
noid plunger. The solenoid plunger pulls the shift gized, the solenoid plunger return spring returns the
lever in the starter motor. This engages the starter plunger to its relaxed position. This causes the con-
overrunning clutch and pinion gear with the starter tact disc to open the starter feed circuit, and the shift
ring gear on the manual transmission flywheel or on lever to disengage the overrunning clutch and pinion
the automatic transmission torque converter or gear from the starter ring gear.
torque converter drive plate.
As the solenoid plunger reaches the end of its DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - STARTING
travel, the solenoid contact disc completes the high- SYSTEM
amperage starter feed circuit and energizes the sole- The battery, starting, and charging systems oper-
noid plunger hold-in coil. Current now flows between ate in conjunction with one another, and must be
the solenoid battery terminal and the starter motor, tested as a complete system. For correct starting/
energizing the starter. charging system operation, all of the components
Once the engine starts, the overrunning clutch pro- involved in these 3 systems must perform within
tects the starter motor from damage by allowing the specifications.
starter pinion gear to spin faster than the pinion
SPECIFICATIONS
STARTING SYSTEM
ENGINE STARTER MOTOR All starter motors use an overrunning clutch and
starter pinion gear unit to engage and drive a starter
ring gear that is integral to the flywheel (manual
DESCRIPTION
transmission), torque converter or torque converter
The starter motors used for the 5.9L diesel engine
drive plate (automatic transmission) mounted on the
and the 8.0L gasoline engine available in this model
rear crankshaft flange.
are not interchangeable with each other, or with the
starter motors used for the other available engines.
The starter motors used for the 3.9L, 5.2L and the
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - STARTER MOTOR
Correct starter motor operation can be confirmed
5.9L gasoline engines available in this model are
by performing the following free running bench test.
interchangeable.
This test can only be performed with starter motor
The starter motor for the 5.9L diesel engine is
removed from vehicle. Refer to Starter Specifications
mounted with three screws to the flywheel housing
for starter motor specifications.
on the left side of the engine. The starter motor for
(1) Remove starter motor from vehicle. Refer to
the 8.0L gasoline engine is mounted with two screws
Starter Motor Removal and Installation.
to the flange on the left rear corner of the engine
(2) Mount starter motor securely in a soft-jawed
block, while the starter motors for all of the other
bench vise. The vise jaws should be clamped on
engines are mounted with one screw, a stud and a
mounting flange of starter motor. Never clamp on
nut to the manual transmission clutch housing or
starter motor by field frame.
automatic transmission torque converter housing and
(3) Connect suitable volt-ampere tester and 12-volt
are located on the left side of the engine.
battery to starter motor in series, and set ammeter to
Each of these starter motors incorporates several
100 ampere scale (250 ampere scale for diesel engine
of the same features to create a reliable, efficient,
starters). See instructions provided by manufacturer
compact, lightweight and powerful unit. The electric
of volt-ampere tester being used.
motors of all of these starters have four brushes con-
(4) Install jumper wire from solenoid terminal to
tacting the motor commutator, and feature four elec-
solenoid battery terminal. The starter motor should
tromagnetic field coils wound around four pole shoes.
operate. If starter motor fails to operate, replace
The 3.9L, 5.2L, 5.9L and 8.0L gasoline engine starter
faulty starter motor assembly.
motors are rated at 1.4 kilowatts (about 1.9 horse-
(5) Adjust carbon pile load of tester to obtain free
power) output at 12 volts, while the 5.9L diesel
running test voltage. Refer to Specifications for the
engine starter motor is rated at 2.7 kilowatts (about
starter motor free running test voltage specifications.
3.6 horsepower) output at 12 volts.
(6) Note reading on ammeter and compare this
All of these starter motors are serviced only as a
reading to free running test maximum amperage
unit with their starter solenoids, and cannot be
draw. Refer to Specifications for starter motor free
repaired. If either component is faulty or damaged,
running test maximum amperage draw specifica-
the entire starter motor and starter solenoid unit
tions.
must be replaced.
(7) If ammeter reading exceeds maximum amper-
age draw specification, replace faulty starter motor
OPERATION
assembly.
These starter motors are equipped with a gear
reduction (intermediate transmission) system. The
STARTER MOTOR SOLENOID
gear reduction system consists of a gear that is inte-
This test can only be performed with starter motor
gral to the output end of the electric motor armature
removed from vehicle.
shaft that is in continual engagement with a larger
(1) Remove starter motor. Refer to Starter Motor
gear that is splined to the input end of the starter
Removal and Installation.
pinion gear shaft. This feature makes it possible to
(2) Disconnect wire from solenoid field coil termi-
reduce the dimensions of the starter. At the same
nal.
time, it allows higher armature rotational speed and
(3) Check for continuity between solenoid terminal
delivers increased torque through the starter pinion
and solenoid field coil terminal with continuity tester
gear to the starter ring gear.
(Fig. 7). There should be continuity. If OK, go to Step
The starter motors for all engines are activated by
4. If not OK, replace faulty starter motor assembly.
an integral heavy duty starter solenoid switch
(4) Check for continuity between solenoid terminal
mounted to the overrunning clutch housing. This
and solenoid case (Fig. 8). There should be continuity.
electromechanical switch connects and disconnects
If not OK, replace faulty starter motor assembly.
the feed of battery voltage to the starter motor, also
engaging and disengaging the starter pinion gear
with the starter ring gear.
8F - 40 STARTING BR/BE
ENGINE STARTER MOTOR (Continued)
OPERATION
The ISO relay consists of an electromagnetic coil, a
Fig. 12 Starter Motor Remove/Install - 8.0L Gasoline resistor or diode, and three (two fixed and one mov-
Engine able) electrical contacts. The movable (common feed)
relay contact is held against one of the fixed contacts
1 - ENGINE
(normally closed) by spring pressure. When electro-
2 - BATTERY POSITIVE CABLE WIRE HARNESS
3 - NUT
magnetic coil is energized, it draws the movable con-
4 - STARTER MOTOR tact away from normally closed fixed contact, and
5 - SCREW AND WASHER (2) holds it against the other (normally open) fixed con-
tact.
When electromagnetic coil is de-energized, spring
5.9L DIESEL ENGINE
pressure returns movable contact to normally closed
(1) If equipped, position aluminum spacer to rear position. The resistor or diode is connected in parallel
of starter. with electromagnetic coil within relay, and helps to
(2) Position starter motor to engine. dissipate voltage spikes produced when coil is de-en-
(3) Support starter and loosely install three ergized.
mounting bolts.
(4) Tighten 3 bolts to 43.4 N·m (32 ft. lbs.). DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - STARTER RELAY
(5) Position wiring eyelets to starter studs and The starter relay (Fig. 13) is located in Power Dis-
install nuts. Tighten small nut to 6.2 N·m (55 in. tribution Center (PDC). Refer to PDC cover for relay
lbs.). Tighten large nut to 13.6 N·m (120 in. lbs.). identification and location. For complete starter relay
(6) Install protective rubber boot over stud. wiring circuit diagrams, refer to 8, Wiring Diagrams.
(7) Lower vehicle. (1) Remove starter relay from PDC.
(8) Connect battery cables to both batteries. (2) A relay in de-energized position should have
continuity between terminals 87A and 30, and no
8.0L GASOLINE ENGINE
continuity between terminals 87 and 30. If OK, go to
(1) Support starter motor and loosely install two
Step 3. If not OK, replace faulty relay.
bolts securing starter motor to engine.
(3) Resistance between terminals 85 and 86 (elec-
(2) Tighten 2 bolts to 67.8 N·m (50 ft. lbs.).
tromagnet) should be 75 6 5 ohms. If OK, go to Step
(3) Connect solenoid wire to solenoid terminal.
4. If not OK, replace faulty relay.
(4) Position battery cable eyelet to starter stud.
(4) Connect 12V battery to terminals 85 and 86.
Install nut and tighten to 13.6 N·m (120 in. lbs.).
There should now be continuity between terminals
(5) Lower vehicle.
30 and 87, and no continuity between terminals 87A
(6) Connect battery cable.
and 30. If OK, perform Relay Circuit Test that fol-
lows. If not OK, replace faulty relay.
BR/BE STARTING 8F - 43
ENGINE STARTER MOTOR RELAY (Continued)
(5) The coil ground terminal (85) is connected to the
electromagnet in the relay. On vehicles with manual
transmission, it is grounded at all times. On vehicles
with automatic transmission, it is grounded through
park/neutral position switch only when gearshift selec-
tor lever is in Park or Neutral positions. Check for con-
tinuity to ground at cavity for relay terminal 85. If not
OK with manual transmission, repair circuit to ground
as required. If not OK with automatic transmission,
check for pen or short circuit to park/neutral position
switch and repair, if required. If circuit to park/neutral
position switch is OK, refer to Park/Neutral Position
Switch in 21, Transmission.
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect and isolate negative battery cable
(both negative cables if diesel).
Fig. 13 Starter Relay
(2) Remove cover from Power Distribution Center
TERMINAL LEGEND
(PDC) (Fig. 14).
NUMBER IDENTIFICATION
30 COMMON FEED
85 COIL GROUND
86 COIL BATTERY
87 NORMALLY OPEN
87A NORMALLY CLOSED
HEATED SYSTEMS
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HEATED MIRRORS
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OPERATION - HEATED MIRROR SYSTEM The operation of the heated mirror system can be
The solid state electronic control logic and timer confirmed in one of the following manners:
circuitry for the heated mirror system receives bat- • Turn the ignition switch to the On position.
tery current from a fuse in the Junction Block (JB) While monitoring the instrument panel voltmeter,
only when the ignition switch is in the On or Start momentarily depress and release the heated mirror
positions. After the heated mirror system is turned switch. When the heated mirror system is turned On,
On, the electronic control logic and timer circuitry a distinct voltmeter needle deflection should be
will automatically turn the system off after a pro- noted.
grammed time interval of about fifteen minutes. • Turn the ignition switch to the On position.
After the initial time interval has expired, if the Momentarily depress and release the heated mirror
heated mirror switch is depressed and released a sec- switch to turn the heated mirror system On. The
ond time during the same ignition cycle, the elec- heated mirror operation can be checked by feeling
tronic control logic and timer circuitry will the outside rear view mirror glass. A distinct differ-
automatically turn the heated mirror system off after ence in temperature between the unheated and
a programmed time interval of about five minutes. heated mirror glass can be detected within three to
The heated mirror system will be shut off automati- four minutes of system operation.
cally if the ignition switch is turned to the Off or The above checks will confirm system operation.
Accessory positions. After the heated mirror system Illumination of the heated mirror system indicator
is turned On, it can also be turned off manually by lamp means that there is electrical current available
depressing and releasing the heated mirror switch a at the heated mirror relay, but does not confirm that
second time. the electrical current is reaching the outside mirror
When the heated mirror system is turned On, the heating grids.
heated mirror system control logic and timer cir- If the heated mirror system does not operate, the
cuitry energizes the heated mirror system indicator problem should be isolated in the following manner:
lamp and the heated mirror relay. When energized, (1) Confirm that the ignition switch is in the On
the heated mirror relay supplies fused ignition position.
switch output (run/start) current from a fuse in the (2) Check the fuses in the Power Distribution Cen-
JB to the outside mirror heating grids located behind ter (PDC) and in the Junction Block (JB). The fuses
the mirror glass of each of the outside rear view mir- must be tight in their receptacles and all electrical
rors. When energized, each of the outside mirror connections must be secure.
heating grids produces enough heat to warm the When the above steps have been completed and
glass of the outside rear view mirrors. both outside mirror heating grids are still inopera-
tive, one or more of the following is faulty:
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - HEATED MIRROR • Heated mirror switch, electronic control logic
and timer circuitry, and heated mirror relay.
SYSTEM • Heated mirror wire harness circuits or connec-
If only one of the outside mirror heating grids is tors.
inoperative, perform continuity checks on the circuits
• Outside mirror heating grid (both mirror grids
and heater grid for that mirror only. If both outside
would have to be faulty).
mirror heating grids are inoperative, proceed with
If turning On the heated mirror system produces a
the heated mirror system diagnosis as follows. (Refer
severe voltmeter deflection or fuse failures, check for
to Appropriate Wiring Information). a shorted circuit between the output of the heated
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR- mirror relay and the outside mirror heating grids.
BAGS, DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM BEFORE
ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING
COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT
DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. DISCONNECT AND ISO-
LATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE,
THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYS-
TEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PER-
FORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS
IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG
SYSTEM. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
INJURY.
BR/BE HEATED MIRRORS 8G - 3
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HEATED SEAT SYSTEM package. Vehicles with this option can be visually
identified by the two separate heated seat switches
mounted in a bezel located in the lower right corner
DESCRIPTION
of the instrument cluster bezel, next to the radio
receiver (Fig. 1). The heated seat system allows the
front seat driver and passenger to select from two
different levels of supplemental electrical seat heat-
ing, or no seat heating to suit their individual com-
fort requirements. The heated seat system for this
vehicle includes the following major components:
• The heated seat switches, including two heated
seat Light-Emitting Diode (LED) indicator lamps and
an incandescent back lighting bulb for each switch.
• The heated seat module, also referred to as the
Seat Heat Interface Module (SHIM), which contains
the solid state electronic control and diagnostic logic
circuitry for the heated seat system. Refer to the
Electronic Control Modules section of the service
manual for heated seat module information.
• The heated seat elements and sensors, which
are integral to the individual front seat cushion and
front seat back trim covers.
• The heated seat relay, which controls the avail-
ability of battery current to the heated seat module
Fig. 1 Heated Seat System Switches or SHIM.
1 - RADIO RECEIVER Following are general descriptions of the major
2 - HEATED SEAT SWITCHES components in the heated seat system. See the own-
er’s manual in the vehicle glove box for more infor-
Individually controlled electrically heated front mation on the features, use and operation of the
seats are available factory-installed optional equip- heated seat system. Refer to Power Seat in the
ment on the Ram quad cab models that are also index of this service manual for the location of com-
equipped with the optional SLT Plus (leather) trim plete heated seat system wiring diagrams.
8G - 6 HEATED SEAT SYSTEM BR/BE
HEATED SEAT SYSTEM (Continued)
OPERATION
The heated seat switches receive battery current
through a fused ignition switch output (run) circuit
when the ignition switch is in the On position.
Depressing the heated seat switch rocker to its
momentary High or Low position provides a hard-
wired resistor multiplexed voltage request signal to
the heated seat module to power the heated seat ele-
ment of the selected seat and maintain the requested
temperature setting. If the heated seat switch is
depressed to a different position (Low or High) than
the currently selected state, the heated seat module
will change states to support the new selection. If a
Fig. 2 Heated Seat Switches
heated seat switch is depressed a second time to the
1 - DRIVER SIDE SWITCH
same position as the currently selected state, the
2 - PASSENGER SIDE SWITCH
heated seat module interprets the second input as a
3 - INDICATOR LAMPS
4 - HEATED SEAT SWITCH BEZEL
request to turn the seat heater off. The heated seat
module will then turn the heated seat elements for
that seat off.
The heated seat switches used on vehicles with
this option are both mounted in a heated seat switch
bezel (Fig. 2), which replaces the standard equipment
8G - 8 HEATED SEAT SYSTEM BR/BE
DRIVER SEAT HEATER SWITCH (Continued)
The indicator lamps in the heated seat switches minated after the heated seat has been turned Off,
receive battery current through a fused ignition refer to Heated Seat Module in Electronic Control
switch output (run) circuit when the ignition switch Modules for the location of the proper heated seat
is in the On position. The ground side of each indi- module diagnosis and testing procedures. Also refer
cator lamp is controlled by a separate (high or low/ to the Body Diagnostic Manual for additional diagno-
driver or passenger) indicator lamp driver circuit by sis and testing procedures.
the heated seat module. The heated seat module con- (2) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
trol of the switch indicator lamps also allows the cable. Remove the heated seat switch and bezel unit
module to provide diagnostic feedback to the vehicle from the instrument panel. Disconnect the instru-
operator to indicate monitored heated seat system ment panel wire harness connector from the connec-
faults by flashing the indicator lamps on and off. One tor receptacle on the back of the heated seat switch
side of the incandescent back lighting bulb in each to be tested. Check for continuity between the ground
heated seat switch is connected to ground at all circuit cavity of the instrument panel wire harness
times. The other side of the incandescent bulb is con- connector for the heated seat switch and a good
nected to the fused panel lamps dimmer switch sig- ground. There should be continuity. If OK, go to Step
nal circuit. These bulbs are energized when the park 3. If not OK, repair the open ground circuit to ground
lamps or headlamps are turned on, and their illumi- as required.
nation intensity is controlled by the panel lamps dim- (3) Reconnect the battery negative cable. Turn the
mer switch. park lamps on with the headlamp switch. Rotate the
panel lamps dimmer thumbwheel on the headlamp
DIAGNOSIS & TESTING - HEATED SEAT switch upward to just before the interior lamps
SWITCH detent. Check for battery voltage at the fused panel
Refer to Wiring Diagrams for the location of com- lamps dimmer switch signal circuit cavity of the
plete heated seat system wiring diagrams. instrument panel wire harness connector for the
heated seat switch. If OK, replace the faulty heated
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR- seat switch. If not OK, repair the open fused panel
BAGS, DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM BEFORE lamps dimmer switch signal circuit to the fuse in the
ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING Junction Block (JB) as required.
COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT (4) Check the fused ignition switch output (run)
DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. DISCONNECT AND ISO- fuse in the Junction Block (JB). If OK, go to Step 5.
LATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE, If not OK, repair the shorted circuit or component as
THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYS- required and replace the faulty fuse.
TEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PER- (5) Turn the ignition switch to the On position.
FORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS Check for battery voltage at the fused ignition switch
IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG output (run) fuse in the JB. If OK, go to Step 6. If
SYSTEM. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE- not OK, repair the open fused ignition switch output
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR- (run) circuit to the ignition switch as required.
BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL (6) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
INJURY. cable. Remove the heated seat switch and bezel unit
from the instrument panel. Disconnect the instru-
(1) If the problem being diagnosed involves inoper- ment panel wire harness connector from the connec-
ative heated seat switch back lighting and the cluster tor receptacle on the back of the heated seat switch
illumination lamps operate, go to Step 2. If the prob- to be tested. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
lem being diagnosed involves inoperative heated seat Turn the ignition switch to the On position. Check
switch back lighting and the cluster illumination for battery voltage at the fused ignition switch out-
lamps are also inoperative, refer to Instrument put (run) circuit cavity of the instrument panel wire
Cluster in the index of this service manual for the harness connector for the heated seat switch. If OK,
proper cluster illumination lamps diagnosis and test- go to Step 7. If not OK, repair the open fused ignition
ing procedures. If the problem being diagnosed switch output (run) circuit to the JB fuse as required.
involves inoperative heated seat switch indicator (7) Check the continuity and resistance values of
lamps and the heated seat elements do not heat, the heated seat switch in the Neutral, Low and High
refer to Step 4. If the problem being diagnosed positions as shown in the Heated Seat Switch Conti-
involves inoperative heated seat switch indicator nuity chart (Fig. 3). If OK, refer to Heated Seat
lamps and the heated seat elements do heat, go to Module in Electronic Control Modules for the loca-
Step 8. If the problem being diagnosed involves a tion of the proper heated seat module diagnosis and
heated seat switch indicator lamp that remains illu- testing procedures. Also refer to the Body Diagnostic
BR/BE HEATED SEAT SYSTEM 8G - 9
DRIVER SEAT HEATER SWITCH (Continued)
Manual for additional diagnosis and testing proce-
dures. If not OK, replace the faulty heated seat
switch.
Fig. 3 Heated Seat Switch Fig. 4 Heated Seat Switch and Bezel Remove/Install
1 - INSTRUMENT PANEL
Heated Seat Switch Continuity 2 - SCREW (3)
3 - HEATED SEAT SWITCHES AND BEZEL UNIT
Continuity
Switch Position Resistance
Between
Neutral 4&6 2.2 Kilohms (5) Remove the heated seat switch bezel and both
switches from the instrument panel as a unit.
Low 4&6 510 Ohms
(6) From the back of the heated seat switch bezel,
High 4&6 33 Ohms gently push the heated seat switch out through the
front of the bezel.
(8) Replace the inoperative heated seat switch
with a known good unit and test the operation of the
switch indicator lamps. If OK, discard the faulty
INSTALLATION
heated seat switch. If not OK, refer to Heated Seat Both heated seat switches and the heated seat
Module in Electronic Control Modules for the loca- switch bezel are available individually for service
tion of the proper heated seat module diagnosis and replacement.
testing procedures. Also refer to the Body Diagnostic
NOTE: When installing the heated seat switches, be
Manual for additional diagnosis and testing proce-
certain they are installed in the proper mounting
dures.
holes of the heated seat switch bezel. Note that the
driver side and passenger side switches are identi-
REMOVAL cal in appearance except for the keyway in the con-
Both heated seat switches and the heated seat nector receptacle on the backs of the switches. The
switch bezel are available individually for service driver side switch has the keyway located near the
replacement. bottom of the connector receptacle and should be
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative installed in the left mounting hole of the heated
cable. seat switch bezel. The passenger side switch has
(2) Remove the cluster bezel from the instrument the keyway located near the top of the connector
panel. Refer to Cluster Bezel in the index of this receptacle and should be installed in the right
service manual for the location of the proper cluster mounting hole of the heated seat switch bezel.
bezel removal procedures.
(3) Remove the three screws that secure the (1) From the front of the heated seat switch bezel,
heated seat switch bezel to the instrument panel align the back of the heated seat switch with the
(Fig. 4). proper mounting hole in the heated seat switch bezel
(4) Pull the heated seat switch bezel out from the and gently push the switch into the bezel until it
instrument panel far enough to access and disconnect snaps into place.
the two instrument panel wire harness connectors (2) Position the heated seat switch bezel and both
from the connector receptacles on the backs of the switches to the instrument panel as a unit.
heated seat switches.
8G - 10 HEATED SEAT SYSTEM BR/BE
DRIVER SEAT HEATER SWITCH (Continued)
(3) Reconnect the two instrument panel wire har- each seating position to each other in series with the
ness connectors to the connector receptacles on the heated seat module through the seat wire harness.
backs of the heated seat switches. One temperature sensor is used for each outboard
(4) Position the heated seat switch bezel and both seating position of the front seat, and it is located in
switches in the instrument panel mounting hole as a the center insert area of the seat cushion cover. The
unit. heated seat sensors and their pigtail wires are also
(5) Install and tighten the three screws that secure captured between the leather trim cover and the
the heated seat switch bezel to the instrument panel. foam rubber backing on the underside of their
Tighten the screws to 2.2 N·m (20 in. lbs.). respective seat cushion trim cover assemblies. The
(6) Install the cluster bezel onto the instrument heated seat sensors are Negative Thermal Coefficient
panel. Refer to Cluster Bezel in the index of this (NTC) thermistors. The sensors for both front seats
service manual for the location of the proper cluster receive a voltage feed from a single output of the
bezel installation procedures. heated seat module, but the module receives individ-
(7) Reconnect the battery negative cable. ual sensor inputs from the driver side and passenger
side sensors.
The heated seat elements and sensors cannot be
HEATED SEAT ELEMENT repaired. If damaged or faulty, the front seat cushion
trim cover or front seat back trim cover assembly
DESCRIPTION must be replaced. Refer to Front Seat Cushion
Cover - Quad Cab or Front Seat Back Cover -
Quad Cab in the index of this service manual for
the location of the proper front seat trim cover
removal and installation procedures.
OPERATION
One end of the heated seat element resistor wire is
connected to a ground feed at all times through a
splice in the heated seat module ground circuit. Bat-
tery current is directed to the other end of the heated
seat element resistor wire by the energized N-chan-
nel Field Effect Transistor (N-FET) located within
the heated seat module. The heated seat module will
energize the N-FET only when the heated seat
switch is in the Low or High position and the heated
seat sensor indicates that the seat cushion surface
temperature is below the selected (Low or High) tem-
Fig. 5 Heated Seat Cushion Trim Cover
perature set point. As electrical current passes
1 - TO SEAT BACK COVER through the heating element grid, the resistance of
2 - TO SEAT WIRE HARNESS
the wire used in the element disperses some of that
3 - FOAM PADDING
electrical current in the form of heat. The heat pro-
4 - HEATED SEAT CUSHION TRIM COVER
5 - TO ELEMENT GRIDS
duced by the heated seat element grid then radiates
6 - TO ELEMENT GRIDS AND SENSOR through the underside of the seat cushion and seat
back trim covers, warming the seat cover and its
occupant.
Vehicles equipped with the optional heated seat The resistance of the heated seat sensor increases
system have two sets of electrically operated heating and decreases as the surface temperature of the seat
element grids located in each outboard seating posi- cushion cover changes. The heated seat module sup-
tion of the front seat, one set for the seat cushion plies each sensor with a voltage feed, then detects
and the other set for the seat back. Each of the the sensor resistance by monitoring the voltage of the
heated seat element grids consists of a single length separate sensor return circuits. The heated seat mod-
of resistor wire that is routed in a zigzag pattern and ule compares the heated seat sensor resistance (seat
captured between the leather trim cover and the cushion surface temperature) with the heated seat
foam rubber backing on the underside of its respec- switch resistance (Low or High set point) to deter-
tive seat cushion trim cover and seat back trim cover mine when the heated seat element grids need to be
assembly. Short pigtail wires with connectors (Fig. 5) cycled on or off in order to maintain the selected tem-
are soldered to each end of each resistor wire ele- perature set point.
ment grid, which connect all of the element grids for
BR/BE HEATED SEAT SYSTEM 8G - 11
HEATED SEAT ELEMENT (Continued)
DIAGNOSIS & TESTING - HEATED SEAT seat cushion cover half of the 4-way heated seat wire
harness connector. The heated seat sensor resistance
ELEMENT AND SENSOR
should be between 1 kilohm and 200 kilohms. If OK,
The heated seat module will self-diagnose shorted
go to Step 2. If not OK, replace the faulty seat cush-
or open heated seat element circuits and the sensor
ion trim cover unit.
circuits. Refer to Heated Seat System in this sec-
(2) Test the seat wire harness between the heated
tion for the location of the proper heated seat system
seat module connector and the 4-way heated seat
diagnosis and testing procedures. To manually check
wire harness connector for shorted or open circuits. If
the heated seat element and sensor circuits, proceed
OK, refer to Heated Seat Module in Electronic
as follows. The wire harness connectors for the seat
Control Modules for the location of the proper heated
cushion heated seat element and sensor and for the
seat module diagnosis and testing procedures. Also
seat back heated seat element are located under the
refer to the Body Diagnostic Manual for additional
seat, near the rear edge of the seat cushion frame.
diagnosis and testing procedures. If not OK, repair
Refer to Wiring Diagrams for the location of com-
the shorted or open heated seat wire harness as
plete heated seat system wiring diagrams.
required.
HEATED SEAT ELEMENT
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative HEATED SEAT RELAY
cable. Disconnect the 4-way heated seat wire harness
connector. Check for continuity between the two
DESCRIPTION
heated seat element circuit cavities in the seat cush-
ion trim cover half of the 4-way heated seat wire har-
ness connector. There should be continuity. If OK, go
to Step 2. If not OK, go to Step 3.
(2) Check for continuity between one of the heated
seat element circuit cavities in the seat cushion trim
cover half of the 4-way heated seat wire harness con-
nector and the seat cushion frame. There should be
no continuity. If OK, go to Step 5. If not OK, go to
Step 4.
(3) Disconnect the 2-way heated seat wire harness
connector between the seat cushion trim cover and
the seat back trim cover. Check for continuity
between the heated seat element circuit cavity and
the ground circuit cavity in the seat back trim cover
half of the 2-way heated seat wire harness connector.
There should be continuity. If OK, go to Step 5. If not
OK, replace the faulty seat back trim cover unit.
(4) Check for continuity between the heated seat
element circuit cavity in the seat back trim cover half
of the 2-way heated seat wire harness connector and
the seat back frame. There should be no continuity. If
OK, go to Step 5. If not OK, replace the faulty seat
back trim cover unit. Fig. 6 Heated Seat Relay
(5) Test the seat wire harness between the heated 1 - JUNCTION BLOCK
seat module connector and the 4-way heated seat 2 - HEATED SEAT RELAY
wire harness connectors for shorted or open circuits. 3 - INSTRUMENT PANEL
If OK, replace the faulty seat cushion trim cover 4 - COMBINATION FLASHER
unit. If not OK, repair the shorted or open seat wire
harness as required. The heated seat relay is an electromechanical
device that switches battery current to the heated
HEATED SEAT SENSOR seat module when the relay control coil is energized.
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative The heated seat relay is located in the Junction
cable. Disconnect the 4-way heated seat wire harness Block (JB), on the left end of the instrument panel in
connector. Using an ohmmeter, check the resistance the passenger compartment (Fig. 6). The heated seat
between the heated seat sensor input circuit cavity relay is a International Standards Organization
and the heated seat sensor feed circuit cavity in the (ISO) micro-relay. Relays conforming to the ISO spec-
8G - 12 HEATED SEAT SYSTEM BR/BE
HEATED SEAT RELAY (Continued)
ifications have common physical dimensions, current FORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS
capacities, terminal patterns, and terminal functions. IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG
The ISO micro-relay terminal functions are the same SYSTEM. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
as a conventional ISO relay. However, the ISO micro- CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
relay terminal pattern (or footprint) is different, the BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
current capacity is lower, and the physical dimen- INJURY.
sions are smaller than those of the conventional ISO
relay.
The heated seat relay cannot be repaired or RELAY TEST
adjusted and, if faulty or damaged, it must be (1) Remove the heated seat relay from the JB.
replaced. Refer to Heated Seat Relay in this section for the
location of the proper heated seat relay removal pro-
OPERATION cedures.
The ISO relay consists of an electromagnetic coil, a (2) A relay in the de-energized position should
resistor or diode, and three (two fixed and one mov- have continuity between terminals 87A and 30, and
able) electrical contacts. The movable (common feed) no continuity between terminals 87 and 30. If OK, go
relay contact is held against one of the fixed contacts to Step 3. If not OK, replace the faulty relay.
(normally closed) by spring pressure. When the elec- (3) Resistance between terminals 85 and 86 (elec-
tromagnetic coil is energized, it draws the movable tromagnet) should be 75 ± 5 ohms. If OK, go to Step
contact away from the normally closed fixed contact, 4. If not OK, replace the faulty relay.
and holds it against the other (normally open) fixed (4) Connect a battery to terminals 85 and 86.
contact. When the electromagnetic coil is de-ener- There should now be continuity between terminals
gized, spring pressure returns the movable contact to 30 and 87, and no continuity between terminals 87A
the normally closed position. The resistor or diode is and 30. If OK, perform the Relay Circuit Test that
connected in parallel with the electromagnetic coil in follows. If not OK, replace the faulty relay.
the relay, and helps to dissipate voltage spikes that
are produced when the coil is de-energized.
The heated seat relay is controlled by the premium
version of the Central Timer Module (CTM), which
controls the ground feed to the coil ground terminal
of the relay to energize and de-energize the electro-
magnetic coil of the relay. The CTM monitors engine
operation through messages it receives from the Pow-
ertrain Control Module (PCM) over the Chrysler Col-
lision Detection (CCD) data bus network. The CTM is
programmed to energize the relay only when the
engine is running, and to de-energize the relay when
the engine is not running. Refer to Central Timer
Module in the index of this service manual for the Fig. 7 Heated Seat Relay
location of more information on the premium CTM. TERMINAL LEGEND
NUMBER IDENTIFICATION
DIAGNOSIS & TESTING - HEATED SEAT RELAY 30 COMMON FEED
The heated seat relay (Fig. 7) is located in the 85 COIL GROUND
Junction Block (JB) on the left end of the instrument 86 COIL BATTERY
panel in the passenger compartment of the vehicle. 87 NORMALLY OPEN
Refer to Wiring Diagrams for the location of com- 87A NORMALLY CLOSED
plete heated seat system wiring diagrams.
HORN
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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HORN OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . ..................1 DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . ..................1 HORN RELAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
HORN REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 HORN SWITCH
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
HORN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 HORN SWITCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
HORN RELAY REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . ..................3
HORN OPERATION
Each horn system is activated by a horn switch
DESCRIPTION concealed beneath the driver side airbag module trim
An electric horn system is standard factory-in- cover in the center of the steering wheel. Depressing
stalled equipment on this model. Two horn systems the center of the driver side airbag module trim cover
are offered on this model. The standard equipment closes the horn switch. Closing the horn switch acti-
horn system features a single low-note electromag- vates the horn relay. The activated horn relay then
netic horn unit, while the optional dual horn system switches the battery current needed to energize the
features one low-note horn unit and one high-note horn(s).
horn unit. Both horn systems use a non-switched Refer to the owner’s manual in the vehicle glove
source of battery current so that the system will box for more information on the features, use and
remain functional, regardless of the ignition switch operation of the horn system.
position. The horn system includes the following com-
ponents: CENTRAL TIMER MODULE
• Clockspring The high-line or premium Central Timer Module
• High-line or premium Central Timer Module (CTM) can also operate the horn system. A high-line
(CTM) CTM is used on high-line versions of this vehicle. A
• Horn(s) premium CTM is used on vehicles equipped with the
• Horn relay optional heated seats. The CTM combines the func-
• Horn switch tions of a chime/buzzer module, an intermittent wipe
(Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/RESTRAINTS/CLOCK- module, an illuminated entry module, a remote key-
SPRING - DESCRIPTION) for more information on less entry module, and a vehicle theft security sys-
this component. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/ELEC- tem module in a single unit.
TRONIC CONTROL MODULES/BODY CONTROL/ The high-line or premium CTM also controls and
CENTRAL TIMER MODUL - DESCRIPTION) for integrates many of the additional electronic functions
more information on this component. Refer to the and features included on models with this option.
appropriate wiring information. The wiring informa- The horn relay is one of the hard wired outputs of
tion includes wiring diagrams, proper wire and con- the CTM. The high-line or premium CTM is pro-
nector repair procedures, details of wire harness grammed to energize or de-energize the horn relay in
routing and retention, connector pin-out information response to certain inputs from the Vehicle Theft
and location views for the various wire harness con- Security System (VTSS) and/or the Remote Keyless
nectors, splices and grounds. Following are general Entry (RKE) system.
descriptions of the remaining major components in (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC CON-
the horn system. TROL MODULES/BODY CONTROL/CENTRAL
TIMER MODUL - DESCRIPTION) for more informa-
8H - 2 HORN BR/BE
HORN (Continued)
tion on the high-line or premium CTM. (Refer to 8 - location views for the various wire harness connec-
ELECTRICAL/VEHICLE THEFT SECURITY - GEN- tors, splices and grounds.
ERAL INFORMATION) for more information on the (1) Disconnect the wire harness connector(s) from
VTSS. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/POWER LOCKS - the horn connector receptacle(s). Measure the resis-
GENERAL INFORMATION) for more information on tance between the ground circuit cavity of the horn(s)
the RKE system. wire harness connector(s) and a good ground. There
should be no measurable resistance. If OK, go to Step
2. If not OK, repair the open ground circuit to ground
HORN as required.
(2) Check for battery voltage at the horn relay out-
DESCRIPTION put circuit cavity of the horn(s) wire harness connec-
The standard single, low-note, electromagnetic dia- tor(s). There should be zero volts. If OK, go to Step 3.
phragm-type horn is secured with a bracket to the If not OK, repair the shorted horn relay output cir-
right front fender wheel house extension in the cuit or replace the faulty horn relay as required.
engine compartment. The high-note horn for the (3) Depress the horn switch. There should now be
optional dual-note horn system is connected in paral- battery voltage at the horn relay output circuit cavity
lel with and secured with a bracket just forward of of the horn(s) wire harness connector(s). If OK,
the low-note horn. Each horn is grounded through its replace the faulty horn(s). If not OK, repair the open
wire harness connector and circuit to a ground splice horn relay output circuit to the horn relay as
joint connector, and receives battery feed through the required.
closed contacts of the horn relay.
The horns cannot be repaired or adjusted and, if REMOVAL
faulty or damaged, they must be individually replaced. (1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
OPERATION (2) Disconnect the wire harness connector(s) from
Within the two halves of the molded plastic horn the horn connector receptacle(s) (Fig. 1) .
housing are a flexible diaphragm, a plunger, an elec-
tromagnetic coil and a set of contact points. The dia-
phragm is secured in suspension around its
perimeter by the mating surfaces of the horn hous-
ing. The plunger is secured to the center of the dia-
phragm and extends into the center of the
electromagnet. The contact points control the current
flow through the electromagnet.
When the horn is energized, electrical current
flows through the closed contact points to the electro-
magnet. The resulting electromagnetic field draws
the plunger and diaphragm toward it until that
movement mechanically opens the contact points.
When the contact points open, the electromagnetic
field collapses allowing the plunger and diaphragm to
return to their relaxed positions and closing the con-
tact points again. This cycle continues repeating at a
Fig. 1 Horns Remove/Install
very rapid rate producing the vibration and move-
1 - WIRE HARNESS CONNECTOR
ment of air that creates the sound that is directed
2 - SCREWS
through the horn outlet.
3 - INNER FENDER
4 - LOW NOTE HORN
5 - WIRE HARNESS CONNECTOR
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING 6 - WHEELHOUSE EXTENSION
7 - HIGH NOTE HORN
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - HORN
For complete circuit diagrams, refer to the appro-
priate wiring information. The wiring information (3) Remove the screw that secures the horn and
includes wiring diagrams, proper wire and connector mounting bracket unit(s) to the right fender wheel
repair procedures, details of wire harness routing house front extension.
and retention, connector pin-out information and (4) Remove the horn and mounting bracket unit(s)
from the right fender wheel house front extension.
BR/BE HORN 8H - 3
HORN (Continued)
IGNITION CONTROL
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS - TORQUE - IGNITION
MINIMUM MAXIMUM
250 Ohms Per Inch 1000 Ohms Per Inch
3000 Ohms Per Foot 12,000 Ohms Per Foot
SPARK PLUGS
IGNITION COIL RESISTANCE—8.0L V-10 The ASD relay will be shut–down, meaning the
12–volt power supply to the ASD relay will be de-ac-
ENGINE
tivated by the PCM if:
• the ignition key is left in the ON position. This
Primary Resistance: 0.53-0.65 Ohms. Test across the is if the engine has not been running for approxi-
primary connector. Refer to text for test procedures. mately 1.8 seconds.
Secondary Resistance: 10.9-14.7K Ohms. Test • there is a crankshaft position sensor signal to
across the individual coil towers. Refer to text for test the PCM that is lower than pre-determined values.
procedures.
OPERATION - ASD SENSE - PCM INPUT
IGNITION TIMING A 12 volt signal at this input indicates to the PCM
Ignition timing is not adjustable on any engine. that the ASD has been activated. The relay is used to
connect the oxygen sensor heater element, ignition
coil and fuel injectors to 12 volt + power supply.
AUTOMATIC SHUT DOWN This input is used only to sense that the ASD relay
is energized. If the Powertrain Control Module
RELAY (PCM) does not see 12 volts at this input when the
ASD should be activated, it will set a Diagnostic
DESCRIPTION - PCM OUTPUT Trouble Code (DTC).
The 5–pin, 12–volt, Automatic Shutdown (ASD)
relay is located in the Power Distribution Center DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - ASD AND FUEL
(PDC). Refer to label on PDC cover for relay location.
PUMP RELAYS
OPERATION - PCM OUTPUT The following description of operation and
The ASD relay supplies battery voltage (12+ volts) tests apply only to the Automatic Shutdown
to the fuel injectors and ignition coil(s). With certain (ASD) and fuel pump relays. The terminals on the
emissions packages it also supplies 12–volts to the bottom of each relay are numbered. Two different
oxygen sensor heating elements. types of relays may be used, (Fig. 1) or (Fig. 2).
The ground circuit for the coil within the ASD • Terminal number 30 is connected to battery volt-
relay is controlled by the Powertrain Control Module age. For both the ASD and fuel pump relays, termi-
(PCM). The PCM operates the ASD relay by switch- nal 30 is connected to battery voltage at all times.
ing its ground circuit on and off.
8I - 4 IGNITION CONTROL BR/BE
AUTOMATIC SHUT DOWN RELAY (Continued)
• When the PCM energizes the ASD and fuel
pump relays, terminal 87 connects to terminal 30.
This is the On position. Terminal 87 supplies voltage
to the rest of the circuit.
The following procedure applies to the ASD and
fuel pump relays.
(1) Remove relay from connector before testing.
(2) With the relay removed from the vehicle, use
an ohmmeter to check the resistance between termi-
nals 85 and 86. The resistance should be 75 ohms +/-
5 ohms.
(3) Connect the ohmmeter between terminals 30
and 87A. The ohmmeter should show continuity
Fig. 1 ASD and Fuel Pump Relay Terminals—Type 1 between terminals 30 and 87A.
TERMINAL LEGEND (4) Connect the ohmmeter between terminals 87
NUMBER IDENTIFICATION and 30. The ohmmeter should not show continuity at
30 COMMON FEED this time.
85 COIL GROUND (5) Connect one end of a jumper wire (16 gauge or
86 COIL BATTERY smaller) to relay terminal 85. Connect the other end
87 NORMALLY OPEN of the jumper wire to the ground side of a 12 volt
87A NORMALLY CLOSED power source.
(6) Connect one end of another jumper wire (16
gauge or smaller) to the power side of the 12 volt
power source. Do not attach the other end of the
jumper wire to the relay at this time.
INSTALLATION
The ASD relay is located in the Power Distribution
Center (PDC) (Fig. 3). Refer to label on PDC cover Fig. 4 Camshaft Position Sensor (CMP) Location
for relay location.
1 - CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR (CMP)
(1) Install relay to PDC. 2 - BOTTOM OF FUEL INJECTION PUMP
(2) Install cover to PDC.
CAMSHAFT POSITION
SENSOR
DESCRIPTION - DIESEL
The three-wire Camshaft Position Sensor (CMP) is
located below the fuel injection pump (Fig. 4). It is
attached to the back of the timing gear cover hous-
ing.
DESCRIPTION - 3.9L/5.2L/5.9L
The Camshaft Position (CMP) sensor is located in
the distributor.
DESCRIPTION - 8.0L
The Camshaft Position (CMP) sensor is located on Fig. 5 CMP Sensor Location—8.0L V-10 Engine
the timing chain case/cover on the left-front side of 1 - CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR
the engine (Fig. 5). 2 - MOUNTING BOLT
3 - TIMING CHAIN CASE/COVER
OPERATION - DIESEL
The Camshaft Position Sensor (CMP) performs
The CMP (Fig. 6) contains a hall effect device
multiple functions. One function is to detect engine
called a sync signal generator to generate a sync sig-
speed (rpm). Another function is to relate crankshaft
nal.
position and Top Dead Center (TDC) of the number 1
The CMP uses three wires (circuits) for operation.
cylinder. Because the CMP is now used to relate
One wire supplies a 5–volt signal from the Engine
crankshaft position, the Crankshaft Position Sen-
Control Module (ECM). Another wire supplies a sen-
sor (CKP) is no longer used.
sor ground. The third wire supplies a signal back to
the ECM relating engine speed and crankshaft posi-
tion.
8I - 6 IGNITION CONTROL BR/BE
CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR (Continued)
The CMP also detects an area on the camshaft
drive gear that has no notch (Fig. 7). When the sen-
sor passes this area, it tells the Engine Control Mod-
ule (ECM) that Top Dead Center (TDC) of the
number 1 cylinder is occurring. The ECM will then
adjust fuel timing accordingly.
As the tip of the sensor passes the notches, the
interruption of magnetic field causes voltage changes
from 5 volts to 0 volts.
OPERATION - 3.9L/5.2L/5.9L
The sensor contains a hall effect device called a
sync signal generator to generate a fuel sync signal.
This sync signal generator detects a rotating pulse
ring (shutter) on the distributor shaft. The pulse ring
rotates 180 degrees through the sync signal genera-
tor. Its signal is used in conjunction with the Crank-
shaft Position (CKP) sensor to differentiate between
fuel injection and spark events. It is also used to syn-
Fig. 6 Camshaft Position Sensor (CMP)
chronize the fuel injectors with their respective cylin-
1 - GEAR HOUSING
ders.
2 - O-RING
When the leading edge of the pulse ring (shutter)
3 - CMP SENSOR
4 - CMP HEX HEAD BOLT
enters the sync signal generator, the following occurs:
The interruption of magnetic field causes the voltage
to switch high resulting in a sync signal of approxi-
mately 5 volts.
When the trailing edge of the pulse ring (shutter)
leaves the sync signal generator, the following occurs:
The change of the magnetic field causes the sync sig-
nal voltage to switch low to 0 volts.
OPERATION - 8.0L
The CMP sensor is used in conjunction with the
crankshaft position sensor to differentiate between
fuel injection and spark events. It is also used to syn-
chronize the fuel injectors with their respective cylin-
ders. The sensor generates electrical pulses. These
pulses (signals) are sent to the Powertrain Control
Module (PCM). The PCM will then determine crank-
shaft position from both the camshaft position sensor
and crankshaft position sensor.
A low and high area are machined into the cam-
shaft drive gear (Fig. 8). The sensor is positioned in
the timing gear cover so that a small air gap (Fig. 8)
exists between the face of sensor and the high
machined area of cam gear.
Fig. 7 Notches at Rear Of Camshaft Drive Gear When the cam gear is rotating, the sensor will
1 - CAMSHAFT DRIVE GEAR detect the machined low area. Input voltage from the
2 - NOTCHES sensor to the PCM will then switch from a low
3 - CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR (CKP) (approximately 0.3 volts) to a high (approximately 5
4 - NO NOTCH volts). When the sensor detects the high machined
area, the input voltage switches back low to approx-
The sensor detects machined notches on the rear imately 0.3 volts.
face of the camshaft drive gear (Fig. 7) to sense
engine speed.
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CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR (Continued)
Fig. 8 CMP Sensor Operation—8.0L V-10 Engine Fig. 9 CMP Location - Diesel
1 - CAM DRIVE GEAR 1 - CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR (CMP)
2 - LOW MACHINED AREA 2 - BOTTOM OF FUEL INJECTION PUMP
3 - HIGH MACHINED AREA
4 - CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR
5 - AIR GAP
REMOVAL - DIESEL
The camshaft position sensor (CMP) is located
below the fuel injection pump (Fig. 9). It is attached
to the back of the timing gear cover housing.
(1) Disconnect both negative cables from both bat-
teries.
(2) Clean area around CMP.
(3) Disconnect electrical at CMP (Fig. 9).
(4) Remove CMP mounting bolt. Bolt head is
female-hex (Fig. 10).
(5) Remove CMP from engine by twisting and pull-
ing straight back.
(6) Discard CMP o-ring (Fig. 10).
REMOVAL - 3.9L/5.2L/5.9L
The camshaft position sensor is located in the dis-
Fig. 10 CMP R/I - Diesel
tributor (Fig. 11).
1 - GEAR HOUSING
Distributor removal is not necessary to remove
2 - O-RING
camshaft position sensor.
3 - CMP SENSOR
(1) Remove air cleaner assembly. 4 - CMP HEX HEAD BOLT
(2) Disconnect negative cable from battery.
(3) Remove distributor cap from distributor (two
screws). (6) Lift the camshaft position sensor assembly
(4) Disconnect camshaft position sensor wiring from the distributor housing (Fig. 11).
harness from main engine wiring harness.
(5) Remove distributor rotor from distributor shaft.
8I - 8 IGNITION CONTROL BR/BE
CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR (Continued)
Fig. 11 Camshaft Position Sensor—Typical Fig. 13 Sensor Depth Positioning Rib—8.0L V-10
1 - SYNC SIGNAL GENERATOR Engine
2 - CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR 1 - CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR
3 - PULSE RING 2 - PAPER SPACER
4 - DISTRIBUTOR ASSEMBLY 3 - RIB MATERIAL (FOR SENSOR DEPTH POSITIONING)
INSTALLATION - 3.9L/5.2L/5.9L
The camshaft position sensor is located in the dis-
tributor (Fig. 11).
(1) Install camshaft position sensor to distributor.
Align sensor into notch on distributor housing.
(2) Connect wiring harness.
(3) Install rotor.
(4) Install distributor cap. Tighten mounting Fig. 15 Sensor Operation—8.0L V-10 Engine
screws.
1 - CAM DRIVE GEAR
(5) Install air cleaner assembly. 2 - LOW MACHINED AREA
3 - HIGH MACHINED AREA
INSTALLATION - 8.0L 4 - CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR
5 - AIR GAP
If Replacing Old Sensor With Original
The camshaft position sensor is located on the tim-
Before the sensor is installed, the cam gear may
ing chain case/cover on the left-front side of the
have to be rotated. This is to allow the high
engine (Fig. 12).
machined area on the gear to be directly in front of
When installing a used camshaft position sensor,
the sensor mounting hole opening on the timing gear
the sensor depth must be adjusted to prevent contact
cover.
with the camshaft gear (sprocket).
Do not install sensor with gear positioned at
(1) Observe the face of the sensor. If any of the
low area (Fig. 16) or (Fig. 15). When the engine
original rib material remains (Fig. 13), it must be cut
is started, the sensor will be broken.
down flush to the face of the sensor with a razor
(5) Using a 1/2 in. wide metal ruler, measure the
knife. Remove only enough of the rib material until
distance from the cam gear to the face of the sensor
the face of the sensor is flat. Do not remove more
mounting hole opening on the timing gear cover (Fig.
material than necessary as damage to sensor may
16).
result. Due to a high magnetic field and possible elec-
(6) If the dimension is approximately 1.818 inches,
trical damage to the sensor, never use an electric
it is OK to install sensor. Proceed to step Step 9.
grinder to remove material from sensor.
8I - 10 IGNITION CONTROL BR/BE
CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR (Continued)
(15) Install sensor mounting bolt and tighten to 6
N·m (50 in. lbs.) torque.
(16) Connect engine wiring harness to sensor.
OPERATION
The camshaft position sensor provides fuel injec-
tion synchronization and cylinder identification.
The distributor does not have built in centrifugal Fig. 18 Damper-To-Cover Alignment Marks—Typical
or vacuum assisted advance. Base ignition timing 1 - ALIGNMENT MARK
and all timing advance is controlled by the Power- 2 - TIMING CHAIN COVER MARKS
3 - CRANKSHAFT VIBRATION DAMPER
train Control Module (PCM). Because ignition timing
is controlled by the PCM, base ignition timing is
not adjustable. (8) The distributor rotor should now be aligned to
The distributor is held to the engine in the conven- the CYL. NO. 1 alignment mark (stamped) into the
tional method using a holddown clamp and bolt. camshaft position sensor (Fig. 19). If not, rotate the
Although the distributor can be rotated, it will crankshaft through another complete 360 degree
have no effect on ignition timing. turn. Note the position of the number one cylinder
All distributors contain an internal oil seal that spark plug cable (on the cap) in relation to rotor.
prevents oil from entering the distributor housing. Rotor should now be aligned to this position.
The seal is not serviceable. (9) Disconnect camshaft position sensor wiring
harness from main engine wiring harness.
REMOVAL (10) Remove distributor rotor from distributor
shaft.
CAUTION: Base ignition timing is not adjustable on (11) Remove distributor holddown clamp bolt and
any engine. Distributors do not have built in centrif- clamp (Fig. 20). Remove distributor from vehicle.
ugal or vacuum assisted advance. Base ignition
timing and timing advance are controlled by the CAUTION: Do not crank engine with distributor
Powertrain Control Module (PCM). Because a con- removed. Distributor/crankshaft relationship will be
ventional timing light can not be used to adjust dis- lost.
tributor position after installation, note position of
distributor before removal.
INSTALLATION
(1) Remove air cleaner assembly. If engine has been cranked while distributor is
(2) Disconnect negative cable from battery. removed, establish the relationship between distribu-
(3) Remove distributor cap from distributor (two tor shaft and number one piston position as follows:
screws). Rotate crankshaft in a clockwise direction, as
(4) Mark the position of distributor housing in viewed from front, until number one cylinder piston
relationship to engine or dash panel. This is done to is at top of compression stroke (compression should
aid in installation. be felt on finger with number one spark plug
8I - 12 IGNITION CONTROL BR/BE
DISTRIBUTOR (Continued)
(6) Rotate the distributor housing until rotor is
aligned to CYL. NO. 1 alignment mark on the cam-
shaft position sensor (Fig. 19) .
(7) Tighten clamp holddown bolt (Fig. 20) to 22.5
N·m (200 in. lbs.) torque.
(8) Connect camshaft position sensor wiring har-
ness to main engine harness.
(9) Install distributor cap. Tighten mounting
screws.
(10) Refer to the following, Checking Distributor
Position.
IGNITION COIL
DESCRIPTION - 3.9L/5.2L/5.9L
A single ignition coil is used. The coil is not oil
filled. The coil windings are embedded in an epoxy
compound. This provides heat and vibration resis-
Fig. 22 Cap Inspection—Internal—Typical tance that allows the coil to be mounted on the
1 - CHARRED OR ERODED TERMINALS engine.
2 - WORN OR DAMAGED ROTOR BUTTON
3 - CARBON PATH DESCRIPTION - 8.0L
Two separate coil packs containing a total of five
independent coils are attached to a common mount-
ing bracket. They are located above the right engine
valve cover (Fig. 24). The coil packs are not oil filled.
The front coil pack contains three independent epoxy
8I - 14 IGNITION CONTROL BR/BE
IGNITION COIL (Continued)
filled coils. The rear coil pack contains two indepen- but the engine is not running), it will shut down the
dent epoxy filled coils. ASD circuit.
Base ignition timing is not adjustable on the
8.0L V-10 engine. By controlling the coil ground cir-
cuit, the PCM is able to set the base timing and
adjust the ignition timing advance. This is done to
meet changing engine operating conditions.
The PCM adjusts ignition timing based on inputs it
receives from:
• The engine coolant temperature sensor
• The crankshaft position sensor (engine speed)
• The manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor
• The throttle position sensor
• Transmission gear selection
REMOVAL - 3.9L/5.2L/5.9L
The ignition coil is an epoxy filled type. If the coil
is replaced, it must be replaced with the same type.
3.9L V-6 or 5.2/5.9L V-8 LDC-Gas Engines: The coil
is mounted to a bracket that is bolted to the front of
the right engine cylinder head (Fig. 25). This bracket
Fig. 24 Ignition Coil Packs—8.0L V-10 Engine is mounted on top of the automatic belt tensioner
bracket using common bolts.
OPERATION - 3.9L/5.2L/5.9L 5.9L V-8 HDC-Gas Engine: The coil is mounted to
The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) opens and a bracket that is bolted to the air injection pump
closes the ignition coil ground circuit for ignition coil (AIR pump) mounting bracket (Fig. 26).
operation.
Battery voltage is supplied to the ignition coil pos-
itive terminal from the ASD relay. If the PCM does
not see a signal from the crankshaft and camshaft
sensors (indicating the ignition key is ON but the
engine is not running), it will shut down the ASD cir-
cuit.
Base ignition timing is not adjustable on any
engine. By controlling the coil ground circuit, the
PCM is able to set the base timing and adjust the
ignition timing advance. This is done to meet chang-
ing engine operating conditions.
OPERATION - 8.0L
When one of the 5 independent coils discharges, it
fires two paired cylinders at the same time (one cyl-
Fig. 25 Ignition Coil—3.9L V-6 or 5.2/5.9L V-8
inder on compression stroke and the other cylinder
LDC-Gas Engines
on exhaust stroke).
Coil firing is paired together on cylinders: 1 - ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT TENSIONER
2 - COIL CONNECTOR
• Number 5 and 10
3 - IGNITION COIL
• Number 9 and 8
4 - COIL MOUNTING BOLTS
• Number 1 and 6
• Number 7 and 4
• Number 3 and 2 (1) Disconnect the primary wiring from the igni-
The ignition system is controlled by the Powertrain tion coil.
Control Module (PCM) on all engines. (2) Disconnect the secondary spark plug cable from
Battery voltage is supplied to all of the ignition the ignition coil.
coils positive terminals from the ASD relay. If the
PCM does not see a signal from the crankshaft and
camshaft sensors (indicating the ignition key is ON
BR/BE IGNITION CONTROL 8I - 15
IGNITION COIL (Continued)
SPARK PLUG
DESCRIPTION
The 3.9L V-6 and 5.2L/5.9L V-8 engines use resis-
tor type spark plugs. The 8.0L V-10 engine uses
inductive type spark plugs.
Spark plug resistance values range from 6,000 to
20,000 ohms (when checked with at least a 1000 volt
spark plug tester). Do not use an ohmmeter to
check the resistance values of the spark plugs.
Inaccurate readings will result.
PREIGNITION DAMAGE
Preignition damage is usually caused by excessive
combustion chamber temperature. The center elec-
trode dissolves first and the ground electrode dis-
solves somewhat latter (Fig. 34). Insulators appear
relatively deposit free. Determine if the spark plug
Fig. 35 Spark Plug Overheating
has the correct heat range rating for the engine.
1 - BLISTERED WHITE OR GRAY COLORED INSULATOR
Determine if ignition timing is over advanced or if
other operating conditions are causing engine over-
heating. (The heat range rating refers to the operat- REMOVAL
ing temperature of a particular type spark plug.
On 3.9L/5.2L/5.9L engines, spark plug cable heat
Spark plugs are designed to operate within specific
shields are pressed into the cylinder head to sur-
temperature ranges. This depends upon the thick-
round each cable boot and spark plug (Fig. 36).
ness and length of the center electrodes porcelain
(1) Always remove spark plug or ignition coil
insulator.)
cables by grasping at the cable boot (Fig. 38). Turn
the cable boot 1/2 turn and pull straight back in a
SPARK PLUG OVERHEATING
steady motion. Never pull directly on the cable.
Overheating is indicated by a white or gray center
Internal damage to cable will result.
electrode insulator that also appears blistered (Fig.
(2) Prior to removing the spark plug, spray com-
35). The increase in electrode gap will be consider-
pressed air around the spark plug hole and the area
ably in excess of 0.001 inch per 2000 miles of opera-
around the spark plug. This will help prevent foreign
tion. This suggests that a plug with a cooler heat
material from entering the combustion chamber.
range rating should be used. Over advanced ignition
(3) Remove the spark plug using a quality socket
timing, detonation and cooling system malfunctions
with a rubber or foam insert.
can also cause spark plug overheating.
(4) Inspect the spark plug condition. Refer to
Spark Plug Condition in the Diagnostics and Testing
section of this group.
BR/BE IGNITION CONTROL 8I - 19
SPARK PLUG (Continued)
OPERATION
The spark plug cables transfer electrical current
from the ignition coil(s) and/or distributor, to individ-
ual spark plugs at each cylinder. The resistive spark
plug cables are of nonmetallic construction. The
cables provide suppression of radio frequency emis-
sions from the ignition system.
MINIMUM MAXIMUM
250 Ohms Per Inch 1000 Ohms Per Inch
3000 Ohms Per Foot 12,000 Ohms Per Foot
To test ignition coil-to-distributor cap cable, do not
remove the cable from the cap. Connect ohmmeter to
rotor button (center contact) of distributor cap and
terminal at ignition coil end of cable. If resistance is
not within specifications as found in the Spark Plug
Cable Resistance chart, remove the cable from the
distributor cap. Connect the ohmmeter to the termi-
nal ends of the cable. If resistance is not within spec-
ifications as found in the Spark Plug Cable
Resistance chart, replace the cable. Inspect the igni-
Fig. 37 Heat Shields—3.9L/5.2L/5.9L Engines tion coil tower for cracks, burns or corrosion.
1 - AIR GAP
2 - SPARK PLUG BOOT HEAT SHIELD REMOVAL
With the engine running, remove spark plug cable CAUTION: When disconnecting a high voltage cable
from spark plug (one at a time) and hold next to a from a spark plug or from the distributor cap, twist
good engine ground. If the cable and spark plug are the rubber boot slightly (1/2 turn) to break it loose
in good condition, the engine rpm should drop and (Fig. 38). Grasp the boot (not the cable) and pull it
the engine will run poorly. If engine rpm does not off with a steady, even force.
drop, the cable and/or spark plug may not be operat-
ing properly and should be replaced. Also check
engine cylinder compression.
With the engine not running, connect one end of a
test probe to a good ground. Start the engine and run
the other end of the test probe along the entire
length of all spark plug cables. If cables are cracked
or punctured, there will be a noticeable spark jump
from the damaged area to the test probe. The cable
running from the ignition coil to the distributor cap
can be checked in the same manner. Cracked, dam-
aged or faulty cables should be replaced with resis-
tance type cable. This can be identified by the words
ELECTRONIC SUPPRESSION printed on the cable
jacket.
Use an ohmmeter to test for open circuits, exces-
Fig. 38 Cable Removal
sive resistance or loose terminals. If equipped,
remove the distributor cap from the distributor. Do 1 - SPARK PLUG CABLE AND BOOT
2 - SPARK PLUG BOOT PULLER
not remove cables from cap. Remove cable from
3 - TWIST AND PULL
spark plug. Connect ohmmeter to spark plug termi- 4 - SPARK PLUG
nal end of cable and to corresponding electrode in
distributor cap. Resistance should be 250 to 1000
Ohms per inch of cable. If not, remove cable from dis- INSTALLATION
tributor cap tower and connect ohmmeter to the ter- Install cables into the proper engine cylinder firing
minal ends of cable. If resistance is not within order (Fig. 39), (Fig. 40) or (Fig. 41).
specifications as found in the SPARK PLUG CABLE When replacing the spark plug and coil cables,
RESISTANCE chart, replace the cable. Test all spark route the cables correctly and secure in the proper
plug cables in this manner. retainers. Failure to route the cables properly can
cause the radio to reproduce ignition noise. It could
also cause cross ignition of the plugs or short circuit
the cables to ground.
BR/BE IGNITION CONTROL 8I - 21
SPARK PLUG CABLE (Continued)
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
(6) The instrument cluster will begin the Vacuum controlled indicators except the cruise indicator are
Fluorescent Display (VFD) walking segment test. illuminated by a Light Emitting Diode (LED). If an
This test will require the operator to visually inspect LED or the cruise indicator in the VFD, fails to illu-
each VFD segment as it is displayed to determine a minate during this test, the instrument cluster must
pass or fail condition. First, all of the segments will be replaced. Following the bulb check test, the actua-
be illuminated at once; then, each individual segment tor test will proceed as described in Step 8.
of the VFD will be illuminated in sequence. If any (8) The instrument cluster will perform a gauge
segment in the display fails to illuminate, repeat the actuator test. In this test the instrument cluster cir-
test to confirm the failure. If the failure is confirmed, cuitry positions each of the gauge needles at three
replace the faulty instrument cluster. Following com- different calibration points, then returns the gauge
pletion of the VFD walking segment test, the actua- needles to their relaxed positions. If an individual
tor test will proceed as described in Step 7. gauge does not respond properly, or does not respond
(7) The instrument cluster will perform a bulb at all during the gauge actuator test, the instrument
check of each indicator that the instrument cluster cluster should be removed. However, check that the
circuitry controls. If the wait-to-start indicator does gauge terminal pins are properly inserted through
not illuminate during this test, the instrument clus- the spring-clip terminal pin receptacles on the instru-
ter should be removed. However, check that the ment cluster electronic circuit board before consider-
incandescent bulb is not faulty and that the bulb ing instrument cluster replacement. If the gauge
holder is properly installed on the instrument cluster terminal connections are OK, replace the faulty
electronic circuit board before considering instrument instrument cluster.
cluster replacement. If the bulb and bulb holder (9) The actuator test is now completed. The instru-
check OK, replace the faulty instrument cluster. ment cluster will automatically exit the self-diagnos-
Each of the remaining instrument cluster circuitry tic mode and return to normal operation at the
BR/BE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 8J - 9
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (Continued)
completion of the test, if the ignition switch is turned connector (Connector C2) for the instrument cluster
to the Off position during the test, or if a vehicle and the instrument panel wire harness connector
speed message indicating that the vehicle is moving (Connector C1) for the CTM. There should be conti-
is received from the PCM on the CCD data bus dur- nuity. If OK, replace the faulty instrument cluster. If
ing the test. not OK, repair the open tone request circuit between
(10) Go back to Step 1 to repeat the test, if the instrument cluster and the CTM as required.
required.
CLUSTER ILLUMINATION DIAGNOSIS
CHIME WARNING REQUEST DIAGNOSIS The diagnosis found here addresses an inoperative
Before performing this test, complete the testing of instrument cluster illumination lamp condition. If
the seat belt switch and the Central Timer Module the problem being diagnosed is a single inoperative
(CTM). (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/RESTRAINTS/ illumination lamp, be certain that the bulb and bulb
SEAT BELT SWITCH - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING) holder unit are properly installed in the instrument
and (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC CON- cluster electronic circuit board. If no installation
TROL MODULES/BODY CONTROL/CENTRAL problems are found replace the faulty bulb and bulb
TIMER MODULE - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING). holder unit. If all of the cluster illumination lamps
The diagnosis found here consists of confirming the are inoperative and the problem being diagnosed
viability of the hard wired tone request circuit includes inoperative exterior lighting controlled by
between the instrument cluster and the Central the headlamp switch, that system needs to be
Timer Module (CTM). For diagnosis of the CCD data repaired first. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/LAMPS/
bus and the data bus message inputs that cause the LIGHTING - EXTERIOR/HEADLAMP - DIAGNOSIS
instrument cluster to issue a request for chime ser- AND TESTING). If no exterior lighting system prob-
vice, a DRBIIIt scan tool is required. Refer to the lems are found, the following procedure will help
appropriate diagnostic information. locate a short or open in the cluster illumination
lamp circuit. If the problem being diagnosed involves
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR- a lack of dimming control for the odometer/trip odom-
BAGS, DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM BEFORE eter Vacuum Fluorescent Display (VFD), but all of
ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING the other cluster illumination lamps can be dimmed,
COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT test and repair the day brightness circuit between
DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. DISCONNECT AND ISO- the instrument cluster and the headlamp switch as
LATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE, required. Refer to the appropriate wiring informa-
THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYS- tion. The wiring information includes wiring dia-
TEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PER- grams, proper wire and connector repair procedures,
FORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS details of wire harness routing and retention, connec-
IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG tor pin-out information and location views for the
SYSTEM. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE- various wire harness connectors, splices and grounds.
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
INJURY. BAGS, DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM BEFORE
ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT
cable. Remove the instrument cluster from the DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. DISCONNECT AND ISO-
instrument panel. Move the CTM away from its LATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE,
mounting bracket far enough to access the instru- THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYS-
ment panel wire harness connector(s) for the CTM. TEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PER-
Disconnect the instrument panel wire harness con- FORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS
nector (Connector C1) from the CTM connector recep- IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG
tacle. SYSTEM. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
(2) Check for continuity between the tone request CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
circuit cavity of the instrument panel wire harness BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
connector (Connector C2) for the instrument cluster INJURY.
and a good ground. There should be no continuity. If
OK, go to Step 3. If not OK, repair the shorted tone (1) Check the instrument panel dimmer fuse (Fuse
request circuit between the instrument cluster and 5 - 5 ampere) in the Junction Block (JB). If OK, go to
the CTM as required. Step 2. If not OK, repair the shorted circuit or com-
(3) Check for continuity between the tone request ponent as required and replace the faulty fuse.
circuit cavities of the instrument panel wire harness
8J - 10 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER BR/BE
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (Continued)
(2) Turn the exterior lamps On with the headlamp (1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
switch. Rotate the headlamp switch panel lamps dim- cable.
mer thumbwheel upward to just before the interior (2) Remove the cluster bezel from the instrument
lamps detent. Check for battery voltage at the panel panel. (Refer to 23 - BODY/INSTRUMENT PANEL/
lamps dimmer fuse (Fuse 5 - 5 ampere) in the JB. CLUSTER BEZEL - REMOVAL).
Rotate the panel lamps dimmer thumbwheel down- (3) Remove the four screws that secure the instru-
ward while observing the test voltmeter. The reading ment cluster to the instrument panel (Fig. 2).
should go from battery voltage to zero volts. If OK,
go to Step 3. If not OK, repair the open panel lamps
dimmer switch signal circuit between the headlamp
switch and the JB as required.
(3) Turn the exterior lamps Off. Disconnect and
isolate the battery negative cable. Remove the instru-
ment cluster. Remove the instrument panel dimmer
fuse (Fuse 5 - 5 ampere) from the JB. Probe the
fused panel lamps dimmer switch signal circuit cav-
ity of the instrument panel wire harness connector
(Connector C2) for the instrument cluster. Check for
continuity to a good ground. There should be no con-
tinuity. If OK, go to Step 4. If not OK, repair the
shorted fused panel lamps dimmer switch signal cir-
cuit between the instrument cluster and the JB as
required. Fig. 2 Instrument Cluster Remove/Install
(4) Reinstall the instrument panel dimmer fuse 1 - INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
(Fuse 5 - 5 ampere) in the JB. Reconnect the battery 2 - SCREW
negative cable. Turn the exterior lamps On with the 3 - PRNDL CABLE
headlamp switch. Rotate the headlamp switch panel 4 - SELF-DOCKING WIRE HARNESS CONNECTOR
lamps dimmer thumbwheel upward to just before the
interior lamps detent. Check for battery voltage at (4) If the vehicle is equipped with an automatic
the fused panel lamps dimmer switch signal circuit transmission, place the automatic transmission gear
cavity of the instrument panel wire harness connec- selector lever in the Park position.
tor (Connector C2) for the instrument cluster. If OK, (5) Pull the instrument cluster rearward far
replace the faulty bulb and bulb holder units. If not enough to disengage the two self-docking instrument
OK, repair the open fused panel lamps dimmer panel wire harness connectors from the cluster con-
switch signal circuit between the instrument cluster nector receptacles.
and the JB as required. (6) If the vehicle is equipped with an automatic
transmission, pull the instrument cluster rearward
REMOVAL far enough to access and remove the two screws that
secure the gear selector indicator to the back of the
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR- instrument cluster housing (Fig. 3).
BAGS, DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM BEFORE (7) If the vehicle is equipped with an automatic
ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING transmission, disengage the gear selector indicator
COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT from the back of the instrument cluster housing.
DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. DISCONNECT AND ISO- (8) Remove the instrument cluster from the instru-
LATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE, ment panel.
THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYS-
TEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PER-
FORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS
IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG
SYSTEM. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
INJURY.
BR/BE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 8J - 11
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (Continued)
GEAR SELECTOR INDICATOR
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
(2) Remove the instrument cluster from the instru-
ment panel. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/INSTRU-
MENT CLUSTER - REMOVAL).
(3) Remove the steering column opening cover
from the instrument panel. (Refer to 23 - BODY/IN-
STRUMENT PANEL/STEERING COLUMN OPEN-
ING COVER - REMOVAL).
(4) Reach through the instrument panel steering
column opening to access and disengage the loop end
of the gear selector indicator cable from the PRNDL
driver lever on the left side of the steering column
(Fig. 4).
Fig. 3 Gear Selector Indicator Remove/Install
1 - INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
2 - GEAR SELECTOR INDICATOR
3 - SCREW
DISASSEMBLY
Some of the components for the instrument cluster
used in this vehicle are serviced individually. The
serviced components include: the automatic transmis-
sion gear selector indicator, the incandescent instru-
ment cluster indicator lamp and illumination lamp
bulbs (including the integral bulb holders), the clus-
ter lens and hood unit, and the cluster housing rear
cover. The remaining components are serviced only
as a part of the cluster housing unit, which includes:
the cluster housing, the electronic circuit board unit, Fig. 4 Gear Selector Indicator Cable Remove/Install
the cluster overlay, the gauges, and the odometer/trip 1 - STEERING COLUMN
odometer reset switch button. Following are the pro- 2 - CABLE
cedures for disassembling the serviced components 3 - LOOP END
4 - LEVER
from the instrument cluster unit.
5 - ADJUSTER AND BRACKET
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
BAGS, DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM BEFORE (5) Squeeze the sides of the plastic adjuster and
ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING bracket unit to disengage the tabs that secure it to
COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT the sides of the steering column window.
DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. DISCONNECT AND ISO- (6) Remove the gear selector indicator mechanism
LATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE, and cable unit through the instrument panel cluster
THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYS- opening.
TEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PER-
FORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS CLUSTER BULB
IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG This procedure applies to each of the incandescent
SYSTEM. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE- cluster illumination lamp or indicator lamp bulb and
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR- bulb holder units. However, the illumination lamps
BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL and the indicator lamps use different bulb and bulb
INJURY. holder unit sizes. They must never be interchanged.
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
(2) Remove the instrument cluster from the instru-
ment panel. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/INSTRU-
MENT CLUSTER - REMOVAL).
8J - 12 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER BR/BE
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (Continued)
(3) Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise about
sixty degrees on the cluster electronic circuit board
(Fig. 5).
ASSEMBLY (1) Insert the bulb and bulb holder unit straight
into the correct bulb mounting hole in the cluster
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR- electronic circuit board (Fig. 5).
BAGS, DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM BEFORE (2) With the bulb holder fully seated against the
ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING cluster electronic circuit board, turn the bulb holder
COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT clockwise about sixty degrees to lock it into place.
DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. DISCONNECT AND ISO- (3) Reinstall the instrument cluster onto the
LATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE, instrument panel. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/IN-
THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYS- STRUMENT CLUSTER - INSTALLATION).
TEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PER- (4) Reconnect the battery negative cable.
FORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS
IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG CLUSTER LENS AND HOOD
SYSTEM. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR- CAUTION: Do not touch the face of the gauge over-
BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL lay or the back of the cluster lens with your finger.
INJURY. It will leave a permanent finger print.
(1) Align the cluster lens and hood unit with the
GEAR SELECTOR INDICATOR cluster housing. Be certain that the odometer/trip
(1) Position the gear selector indicator mechanism odometer switch button is installed through the
and cable unit into the instrument panel cluster clearance hole in the lens (Fig. 6).
opening. (2) Install and tighten the seven screws that
(2) Route the cable through the instrument panel secure the lens and hood unit to the cluster housing.
and under the steering column to the PRNDL driver Tighten the screws to 2.2 N·m (20 in. lbs.).
lever on the left side of the steering column. (3) Reinstall the instrument cluster onto the
(3) Squeeze the sides of the plastic adjuster and instrument panel. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/IN-
bracket unit and engage the tabs that secure it with STRUMENT CLUSTER - INSTALLATION).
the sides of the steering column window. (4) Reconnect the battery negative cable.
(4) Engage the loop end of the gear selector indi-
cator cable onto the PRNDL driver lever on the left CLUSTER HOUSING REAR COVER
side of the steering column (Fig. 4). (1) Position the rear cover onto the back of the
(5) Reinstall the instrument cluster onto the cluster housing (Fig. 7).
instrument panel. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/IN- (2) Install and tighten the six screws that secure
STRUMENT CLUSTER - INSTALLATION). the rear cover to the back of the cluster housing.
(6) Confirm proper operation of the gear selector Tighten the screws to 2.2 N·m (20 in. lbs.).
indicator. Calibrate the indicator, if required. (Refer (3) Reinstall the instrument cluster onto the
to 19 - STEERING/COLUMN - INSTALLATION). instrument panel. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/IN-
(7) Reinstall the steering column opening cover STRUMENT CLUSTER - INSTALLATION).
onto the instrument panel. (Refer to 23 - BODY/IN- (4) Reconnect the battery negative cable.
STRUMENT PANEL/STEERING COLUMN OPEN-
CLUSTER HOUSING
ING COVER - INSTALLATION).
(8) Reconnect the battery negative cable. (1) Assemble the rear cover onto the cluster hous-
ing. Refer to CLUSTER HOUSING REAR COVER .
CLUSTER BULB (2) Assemble the lens and hood unit onto the clus-
This procedure applies to each of the incandescent ter housing. Refer to CLUSTER LENS AND HOOD .
cluster illumination lamp or indicator lamp bulb and (3) Reinstall the instrument cluster onto the
bulb holder units. However, the illumination lamps instrument panel. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/IN-
and the indicator lamps use different bulb and bulb STRUMENT CLUSTER - INSTALLATION).
holder unit sizes. They must never be interchanged. (4) Reconnect the battery negative cable.
OVERDRIVE OFF INDICATOR • Actuator Test - Each time the cluster is put
through the actuator test, the indicator will be
turned on during the bulb check portion of the test to
DESCRIPTION
confirm the functionality of the LED and the cluster
An overdrive off indicator is standard equipment
control circuitry.
on all instrument clusters. However, on vehicles not
The PCM continually monitors the overdrive off
equipped with the optional overdrive automatic
switch to determine the proper outputs to the auto-
transmission, this indicator is electronically disabled.
matic transmission, then sends the proper messages
The overdrive off indicator is located near the lower
to the instrument cluster. For further diagnosis of
edge of the instrument cluster overlay, to the right of
the overdrive off indicator or the instrument cluster
center. The overdrive off indicator consists of a sten-
circuitry that controls the LED, (Refer to 8 - ELEC-
cilled cutout of the words “O/D OFF” in the opaque
TRICAL/INSTRUMENT CLUSTER - DIAGNOSIS
layer of the instrument cluster overlay. The dark
AND TESTING). For proper diagnosis of the over-
outer layer of the overlay prevents the indicator from
drive control system, the PCM, the CCD data bus, or
being clearly visible when it is not illuminated. An
the message inputs to the instrument cluster that
amber lens behind the cutout in the opaque layer of
control the overdrive off indicator, a DRBIIIt scan
the overlay causes the “O/D OFF” text to appear in
tool is required. Refer to the appropriate diagnostic
amber through the translucent outer layer of the
information.
overlay when the indicator is illuminated from
behind by a Light Emitting Diode (LED) soldered
onto the instrument cluster electronic circuit board. SEATBELT INDICATOR
The overdrive off indicator is serviced as a unit with
the instrument cluster.
DESCRIPTION
A seatbelt indicator is standard equipment on all
OPERATION instrument clusters. The seatbelt indicator is located
The overdrive off indicator gives an indication to
near the lower edge of the instrument cluster overlay,
the vehicle operator when the Off position of the
to the right of center. The seatbelt indicator consists
overdrive off switch has been selected, disabling the
of a stencilled cutout of the International Control and
electronically controlled overdrive feature of the auto-
Display Symbol icon for “Seat Belt” in the opaque
matic transmission. This indicator is controlled by a
layer of the instrument cluster overlay. The dark
transistor on the instrument cluster circuit board
outer layer of the overlay prevents the indicator from
based upon the cluster programming and electronic
being clearly visible when it is not illuminated. A red
messages received by the cluster from the Powertrain
lens behind the cutout in the opaque layer of the
Control Module (PCM) over the Chrysler Collision
overlay causes the icon to appear in red through the
Detection (CCD) data bus. The overdrive off indicator
translucent outer layer of the overlay when the indi-
Light Emitting Diode (LED) receives battery current
cator is illuminated from behind by a Light Emitting
on the instrument cluster electronic circuit board
Diode (LED) soldered onto the instrument cluster
through the fused ignition switch output (st-run) cir-
electronic circuit board. The seatbelt indicator is ser-
cuit whenever the ignition switch is in the On or
viced as a unit with the instrument cluster.
Start positions; therefore, the LED will always be off
when the ignition switch is in any position except On OPERATION
or Start. The LED only illuminates when it is pro- The seatbelt indicator gives an indication to the
vided a path to ground by the instrument cluster vehicle operator of the status of the driver side front
transistor. The instrument cluster will turn on the seatbelt buckle. This indicator is controlled by a tran-
overdrive off indicator for the following reasons: sistor on the instrument cluster circuit board based
• Bulb Test - Each time the ignition switch is upon the cluster programming, and a hard wired
turned to the On position the overdrive off indicator input from the seatbelt switch in the driver side front
is illuminated for about two seconds as a bulb test. seatbelt through the seat belt switch sense circuit.
• Overdrive Off Lamp-On Message - Each time The seatbelt indicator Light Emitting Diode (LED)
the cluster receives an overdrive off lamp-on message receives battery current on the instrument cluster
from the PCM indicating that the Off position of the electronic circuit board through the fused ignition
overdrive off switch has been selected, the overdrive switch output (st-run) circuit whenever the ignition
off indicator will be illuminated. The indicator switch is in the On or Start positions; therefore, the
remains illuminated until the cluster receives an lamp will always be off when the ignition switch is in
overdrive off lamp-off message from the PCM, or any position except On or Start. The LED only illu-
until the ignition switch is turned to the Off position, minates when it is switched to ground by the instru-
whichever occurs first. ment cluster transistor. The instrument cluster will
8J - 28 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER BR/BE
SEATBELT INDICATOR (Continued)
turn on the seatbelt indicator for the following rea- The SRI is serviced as a unit with the instrument
sons: cluster.
• Seatbelt Reminder Function - Each time the
cluster receives a battery current input on the fused OPERATION
ignition switch output (st-run) circuit, the indicator The Service Reminder Indicator (SRI) gives an
will be illuminated as a seatbelt reminder for about indication to the vehicle operator when engine emis-
seven seconds, or until the ignition switch is turned sions maintenance procedures should be performed.
to the Off position, whichever occurs first. This This indicator is controlled by a transistor on the
reminder function will occur regardless of the status instrument cluster circuit board based upon the clus-
of the seatbelt switch input to the cluster. ter programming and electronic messages received by
• Driver Side Front Seatbelt Not Buckled - the cluster from the Powertrain Control Module
Following the seatbelt reminder function, each time (PCM) over the Chrysler Collision Detection (CCD)
the cluster receives a ground input on the seat belt data bus. The SRI Light Emitting Diode (LED)
switch sense circuit (seatbelt switch closed - seatbelt receives battery current on the instrument cluster
unbuckled) with the ignition switch in the Start or electronic circuit board through the fused ignition
On positions, the indicator will be illuminated. The switch output (st-run) circuit whenever the ignition
seatbelt indicator remains illuminated until the seat switch is in the On or Start positions; therefore, the
belt switch sense input to the cluster is an open cir- LED will always be off when the ignition switch is in
cuit (seatbelt switch opened - seatbelt buckled), or any position except On or Start. The LED only illu-
until the ignition switch is turned to the Off position, minates when it is provided a path to ground by the
whichever occurs first. instrument cluster transistor. The instrument cluster
• Actuator Test - Each time the cluster is put will turn on the SRI for the following reasons:
through the actuator test, the indicator will be • Bulb Test - Each time the ignition switch is
turned on during the bulb check portion of the test to turned to the On position the SRI is illuminated for
confirm the functionality of the LED and the cluster about two seconds as a bulb test.
control circuitry. • Service Required Lamp-On Message - Each
The seatbelt switch input to the instrument cluster time the cluster receives a service required lamp-on
circuitry can be diagnosed using conventional diag- message from the PCM indicating that an emissions
nostic tools and methods. For further diagnosis of the maintenance interval has been reached, the SRI will
seatbelt indicator or the instrument cluster circuitry be illuminated. The indicator remains illuminated
that controls the LED, (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/ until the cluster receives a service required lamp-off
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER - DIAGNOSIS AND message from the PCM, or until the ignition switch
TESTING). is turned to the Off position, whichever occurs first.
• Actuator Test - Each time the cluster is put
through the actuator test, the SRI will be turned on
SERVICE REMINDER during the bulb check portion of the test to confirm
INDICATOR the functionality of the LED and the cluster control
circuitry.
DESCRIPTION The PCM continually monitors the vehicle speed
A Service Reminder Indicator (SRI) is standard sensor to determine the distance the vehicle has been
equipment on all instrument clusters. However, on driven, then sends the proper messages to the instru-
vehicles not equipped with certain optional heavy ment cluster. Once the SRI has been illuminated and
duty emission cycle gasoline engines, this indicator is the required emissions maintenance procedures have
electronically disabled. The SRI is located near the been completed, the PCM must be reset using a
lower edge of the instrument cluster overlay, to the DRBIIIt scan tool before it will send the proper ser-
left of center. The SRI consists of a stencilled cutout vice required lamp-off message to the instrument
of the words “MAINT REQD” in the opaque layer of cluster. Refer to the appropriate diagnostic informa-
the instrument cluster overlay. The dark outer layer tion. For further diagnosis of the SRI or the instru-
of the overlay prevents the indicator from being ment cluster circuitry that controls the LED, (Refer
clearly visible when it is not illuminated. An amber to 8 - ELECTRICAL/INSTRUMENT CLUSTER -
lens behind the cutout in the opaque layer of the DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING). For proper diagnosis
overlay causes the “MAINT REQD” text to appear in of the PCM, the CCD data bus, or the message
amber through the translucent outer layer of the inputs to the instrument cluster that control the SRI,
overlay when the indicator is illuminated from a DRBIIIt scan tool is required. Refer to the appro-
behind by a Light Emitting Diode (LED) soldered priate diagnostic information.
onto the instrument cluster electronic circuit board.
BR/BE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 8J - 29
SHIFT INDICATOR (TRANSFER nosed using conventional diagnostic tools and meth-
ods.
CASE)
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - FOUR-WHEEL
DESCRIPTION DRIVE INDICATOR
A four-wheel drive indicator is standard equipment
The diagnosis found here addresses an inoperative
on all instrument clusters. However, on vehicles not
four-wheel drive indicator condition. If the problem
equipped with the optional four-wheel drive system,
being diagnosed is related to indicator accuracy, be
this indicator is mechanically disabled. The four-
certain to confirm that the problem is with the indi-
wheel drive indicator is located near the lower edge
cator and not with a damaged or inoperative front
of the instrument cluster overlay, to the right of cen-
axle disconnect mechanism. (Refer to 3 - DIFFEREN-
ter. The four-wheel drive indicator consists of a sten-
TIAL & DRIVELINE/FRONT AXLE/AXLE VACUUM
cilled cutout of the text “4WD” in the opaque layer of
MOTOR - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING). If no front
the instrument cluster overlay. The dark outer layer
axle disconnect problem is found, the following proce-
of the overlay prevents the indicator from being
dure will help locate a short or open in the four-
clearly visible when it is not illuminated. An amber
wheel drive switch input to the instrument cluster.
lens behind the cutout in the opaque layer of the
Refer to the appropriate wiring information. The wir-
overlay causes the “4WD” text to appear in amber
ing information includes wiring diagrams, proper
through the translucent outer layer of the overlay
wire and connector repair procedures, details of wire
when the indicator is illuminated from behind by a
harness routing and retention, connector pin-out
Light Emitting Diode (LED) soldered onto the instru-
information and location views for the various wire
ment cluster electronic circuit board. The four-wheel
harness connectors, splices and grounds.
drive indicator is serviced as a unit with the instru-
ment cluster. WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
BAGS, DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM BEFORE
OPERATION ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING
The four-wheel drive indicator lamp gives an indi- COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT
cation to the vehicle operator that a four-wheel drive DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. DISCONNECT AND ISO-
operating mode is engaged. The indicator will be illu- LATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE,
minated when either high range (4H) or low range THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYS-
(4L) have been selected with the transfer case shift TEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PER-
lever. This indicator is controlled by a transistor on FORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS
the instrument cluster circuit board based upon the IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG
cluster programming, and a hard wired input from SYSTEM. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
the four-wheel drive switch on the front axle discon- CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
nect housing. The four-wheel drive indicator Light BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
Emitting Diode (LED) receives battery current on the INJURY.
instrument cluster electronic circuit board through
the fused ignition switch output (st-run) circuit
whenever the ignition switch is in the On or Start INDICATOR DOES NOT ILLUMINATE WITH FOUR-WHEEL
positions; therefore, the lamp will always be off when DRIVE MODE SELECTED
the ignition switch is in any position except On or (1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
Start. The LED only illuminates when it is switched cable. Disconnect the engine wire harness connector
to ground by the instrument cluster transistor. for the four-wheel drive switch from the switch con-
The four-wheel drive switch is connected in series nector receptacle. Check for continuity between the
between ground and the four-wheel drive switch ground circuit cavity of the engine wire harness con-
sense input to the instrument cluster. For further nector for the four-wheel drive switch and a good
information on the transfer case and the transfer ground. There should be continuity. If OK, go to Step
case operating ranges, (Refer to 21 - TRANSMIS- 2. If not OK, repair the open ground circuit to ground
SION/TRANSAXLE/TRANSFER CASE - OPERA- (G100) as required.
TION. For further information on the front axle (2) Reconnect the battery negative cable. Turn the
disconnect mechanism, (Refer to 3 - DIFFERENTIAL ignition switch to the On position. Install a jumper
& DRIVELINE/FRONT AXLE/AXLE VACUUM wire between the 4WD switch sense circuit cavity of
MOTOR - OPERATION). The four-wheel drive switch the engine wire harness connector for the four-wheel
input to the instrument cluster circuitry can be diag- drive switch and a good ground. The four-wheel drive
indicator should light. If OK, replace the faulty four-
wheel drive switch. If not OK, go to Step 3.
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SHIFT INDICATOR (TRANSFER CASE) (Continued)
(3) Turn the ignition switch to the Off position. provided by replaceable incandescent bulb and bulb
Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable. holder units located on the instrument cluster elec-
Remove the instrument cluster from the instrument tronic circuit board. The speedometer is serviced as a
panel. Check for continuity between the 4WD switch unit with the instrument cluster.
sense circuit cavities of the instrument panel wire
harness connector (Connector C2) for the instrument OPERATION
cluster and the engine wire harness connector for the The speedometer gives an indication to the vehicle
four-wheel drive switch. There should be continuity. operator of the vehicle road speed. This gauge is con-
If OK, replace the faulty instrument cluster. If not trolled by the instrument cluster circuit board based
OK, repair the open 4WD switch sense circuit upon the cluster programming and electronic mes-
between the instrument cluster and the four-wheel sages received by the cluster from the Powertrain
drive switch as required. Control Module (PCM) over the Chrysler Collision
Detection (CCD) data bus. The speedometer is an air
INDICATOR STAYS ILLUMINATED WITH FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE core magnetic unit that receives battery current on
MODE NOT SELECTED the instrument cluster electronic circuit board
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative through the fused ignition switch output (st-run) cir-
cable. Disconnect the engine wire harness connector cuit whenever the ignition switch is in the On or
for the four-wheel drive switch from the switch con- Start positions. The cluster is programmed to move
nector receptacle. Check for continuity between the the gauge needle back to the low end of the scale
ground circuit terminal and the 4WD switch sense after the ignition switch is turned to the Off position.
circuit terminal in the four-wheel drive switch con- The instrument cluster circuitry controls the gauge
nector receptacle. There should be no continuity. If needle position and provides the following features:
OK, repair the shorted 4WD switch sense circuit • Message Failure - If the cluster fails to receive
between the four-wheel drive switch and the instru- a speedometer message, it will hold the gauge needle
ment cluster as required. If not OK, replace the at the last indication for about four seconds, or until
faulty four-wheel drive switch. the ignition switch is turned to the Off position,
whichever occurs first. If a new speedometer message
is not received after about four seconds, the gauge
SPEEDOMETER needle will return to the far left (low) end of the
scale.
DESCRIPTION • Actuator Test - Each time the cluster is put
A speedometer is standard equipment on all instru- through the actuator test, the gauge needle will be
ment clusters. The speedometer is located just to the swept to several calibration points on the gauge scale
right of the tachometer near the center of the instru- in a prescribed sequence in order to confirm the func-
ment cluster. The speedometer consists of a movable tionality of the gauge and the cluster control cir-
gauge needle or pointer controlled by the instrument cuitry.
cluster circuitry and a fixed 210 degree primary scale The PCM continually monitors the vehicle speed
on the gauge dial face that reads left-to-right either sensor to determine the vehicle road speed, then
from 0 to 120 mph, or from 0 to 200 km/h, depending sends the proper vehicle speed messages to the
upon the market for which the vehicle is manufac- instrument cluster. For further diagnosis of the
tured. Each version also has a secondary inner scale speedometer or the instrument cluster circuitry that
on the gauge dial face that provides the equivalent controls the gauge, (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/IN-
opposite units from the primary scale. Text appearing STRUMENT CLUSTER - DIAGNOSIS AND TEST-
on the cluster overlay just below the hub of the ING). For proper diagnosis of the vehicle speed
speedometer needle abbreviates the unit of measure sensor, the PCM, the CCD data bus, or the message
for the primary scale in all upper case letters (i.e.: inputs to the instrument cluster that control the
MPH or KM/H), followed by the unit of measure for speedometer, a DRBIIIt scan tool is required. Refer
the secondary scale in all lower case letters (i.e.: mph to the appropriate diagnostic information.
or km/h). The speedometer graphics are white (pri-
mary scale) and red (secondary scale) against a black
field, making them clearly visible within the instru- TACHOMETER
ment cluster in daylight. When illuminated from
behind by the panel lamps dimmer controlled cluster DESCRIPTION
illumination lighting with the exterior lamps turned A tachometer is standard equipment on all instru-
On, the white graphics appear blue-green, while the ment clusters. The tachometer is located just to the
red graphics still appear red. The orange gauge nee- left of the speedometer near the center of the instru-
dle is internally illuminated. Gauge illumination is
BR/BE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 8J - 31
TACHOMETER (Continued)
ment cluster. The tachometer consists of a movable in a prescribed sequence in order to confirm the func-
gauge needle or pointer controlled by the instrument tionality of the gauge and the cluster control cir-
cluster circuitry and a fixed 210 degree scale on the cuitry.
gauge dial face that reads left-to-right either from 0 The PCM continually monitors the crankshaft posi-
to 6 for gasoline engines, or from 0 to 4 for diesel tion sensor to determine the engine speed, then
engines. The text “RPM X 1000” imprinted on the sends the proper engine speed messages to the
cluster overlay directly below the hub of the tachom- instrument cluster. For further diagnosis of the
eter needle identifies that each number on the tachometer or the instrument cluster circuitry that
tachometer scale is to be multiplied times 1000 rpm. controls the gauge, (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/IN-
The gauge scale of the gasoline engine tachometer is STRUMENT CLUSTER - DIAGNOSIS AND TEST-
red lined at 5000 rpm, while the diesel engine ING). For proper diagnosis of the crankshaft position
tachometer is red lined at 3375 rpm. The diesel sensor, the PCM, the CCD data bus, or the message
engine tachometer also includes text that specifies inputs to the instrument cluster that control the
“DIESEL FUEL ONLY” located just above the hub of tachometer, a DRBIIIt scan tool is required. Refer to
the tachometer needle. The tachometer graphics are the appropriate diagnostic information.
white and red against a black field, making them
clearly visible within the instrument cluster in day-
light. When illuminated from behind by the panel TRANSMISSION OVERTEMP
lamps dimmer controlled cluster illumination lighting INDICATOR
with the exterior lamps turned On, the white graph-
ics appear blue-green, while the red graphics still DESCRIPTION
appear red. The orange gauge needle is internally A transmission over-temperature indicator lamp is
illuminated. Gauge illumination is provided by standard equipment on all instrument clusters. How-
replaceable incandescent bulb and bulb holder units ever, on vehicles not equipped with the optional auto-
located on the instrument cluster electronic circuit matic transmission, this indicator is electronically
board. The tachometer is serviced as a unit with the disabled. The transmission over-temperature indica-
instrument cluster. tor is located near the lower edge of the instrument
cluster overlay, to the left of center. The transmission
OPERATION over-temperature indicator consists of a stencilled
The tachometer gives an indication to the vehicle cutout of the words “TRANS TEMP” in the opaque
operator of the engine speed. This gauge is controlled layer of the instrument cluster overlay. The dark
by the instrument cluster circuit board based upon outer layer of the overlay prevents the indicator from
the cluster programming and electronic messages being clearly visible when it is not illuminated. A red
received by the cluster from the Powertrain Control lens behind the cutout in the opaque layer of the
Module (PCM) over the Chrysler Collision Detection overlay causes the “TRANS TEMP” text to appear in
(CCD) data bus. The tachometer is an air core mag- red through the translucent outer layer of the over-
netic unit that receives battery current on the instru- lay when the indicator is illuminated from behind by
ment cluster electronic circuit board through the a Light Emitting Diode (LED) soldered onto the
fused ignition switch output (st-run) circuit whenever instrument cluster electronic circuit board. The
the ignition switch is in the On or Start positions. transmission over-temperature indicator is serviced
The cluster is programmed to move the gauge needle as a unit with the instrument cluster.
back to the low end of the scale after the ignition
switch is turned to the Off position. The instrument OPERATION
cluster circuitry controls the gauge needle position The transmission over-temperature indicator gives
and provides the following features: an indication to the vehicle operator when the trans-
• Message Failure - If the cluster fails to receive mission fluid temperature is excessive, which may
an engine speed message, it will hold the gauge nee- lead to accelerated transmission component wear or
dle at the last indication for about four seconds, or failure. This indicator is controlled by a transistor on
until the ignition switch is turned to the Off position, the instrument cluster circuit board based upon the
whichever occurs first. If a new engine speed mes- cluster programming and electronic messages
sage is not received after about four seconds, the received by the cluster from the Powertrain Control
gauge needle will return to the far left (low) end of Module (PCM) over the Chrysler Collision Detection
the scale. (CCD) data bus. The transmission over-temperature
• Actuator Test - Each time the cluster is put indicator Light Emitting Diode (LED) receives bat-
through the actuator test, the gauge needle will be tery current on the instrument cluster electronic cir-
swept to several calibration points on the gauge scale cuit board through the fused ignition switch output
8J - 32 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER BR/BE
TRANSMISSION OVERTEMP INDICATOR (Continued)
(st-run) circuit whenever the ignition switch is in the are located near the upper edge of the instrument
On or Start positions; therefore, the LED will always cluster overlay, between the speedometer and the
be off when the ignition switch is in any position tachometer. Each turn signal indicator consists of a
except On or Start. The LED bulb only illuminates stenciled cutout of the International Control and Dis-
when it is provided a path to ground by the instru- play Symbol icon for “Turn Warning” in the opaque
ment cluster transistor. The instrument cluster will layer of the instrument cluster overlay. The dark
turn on the transmission over-temperature indicator outer layer of the overlay prevents these icons from
for the following reasons: being clearly visible when their lamps are not illumi-
• Bulb Test - Each time the ignition switch is nated. The icons appear in green through the trans-
turned to the On position the transmission over-tem- lucent outer layer of the overlay when the indicator
perature indicator is illuminated for about two sec- is illuminated from behind by a replaceable incandes-
onds as a bulb test. cent bulb and bulb holder unit located on the instru-
• Trans Over-Temp Lamp-On Message - Each ment cluster electronic circuit board. The turn signal
time the cluster receives a trans over-temp lamp-on indicators are serviced as a unit with the instrument
message from the PCM indicating that the transmis- cluster.
sion fluid temperature is 135° C (275° F) or higher,
the indicator will be illuminated and a single chime OPERATION
tone is sounded. The lamp remains illuminated until The turn signal indicators give an indication to the
the cluster receives a trans over-temp lamp-off mes- vehicle operator that the turn signal (left or right
sage from the PCM, or until the ignition switch is indicator flashing) or hazard warning (both left and
turned to the Off position, whichever occurs first. right indicators flashing) have been selected. These
The chime tone feature will only repeat during the indicators are controlled by two individual hard
same ignition cycle if the transmission over-tempera- wired inputs to the instrument cluster electronic cir-
ture indicator is cycled off and then on again by the cuit board. The turn signal indicator bulbs are
appropriate trans over-temp messages from the PCM. grounded on the instrument cluster electronic circuit
• Actuator Test - Each time the cluster is put board at all times. The turn signal indicator bulbs
through the actuator test, the indicator will be only illuminate when they are provided with battery
turned on during the bulb check portion of the test to current by the turn signal and hazard warning
confirm the functionality of the LED and the cluster switch circuitry of the left multi-function switch on
control circuitry. the steering column through separate left and right
The PCM continually monitors the transmission turn signal inputs to the instrument cluster; there-
temperature sensor to determine the transmission fore, these indicators can be illuminated, regardless
operating condition, then sends the proper messages of the ignition switch position.
to the instrument cluster. If the instrument cluster The turn signal indicators are connected in series
turns on the transmission over-temperature indicator between ground and the output of the turn signal
due to a high transmission oil temperature condition, and hazard warning switch circuitry, but in parallel
it may indicate that the transmission and/or the with the other turn signal circuits. This arrangement
transmission cooling system are being overloaded or allows the turn signal indicators to remain functional
that they require service. For further diagnosis of the regardless of the condition of the other circuits in the
transmission over-temperature indicator or the turn signal and hazard warning system. For more
instrument cluster circuitry that controls the LED, information on the turn signal and hazard warning
(Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/INSTRUMENT CLUS- system, (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/LAMPS/LIGHT-
TER - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING). For proper ING - EXTERIOR - OPERATION - TURN SIGNAL &
diagnosis of the transmission temperature sensor, the HAZARD WARNING SYSTEM). The turn signal
PCM, the CCD data bus, or the message inputs to indicators can be diagnosed using conventional diag-
the instrument cluster that control the transmission nostic tools and methods.
over-temperature indicator, a DRBIIIt scan tool is
required. Refer to the appropriate diagnostic infor- DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - TURN SIGNAL
mation. INDICATORS
The diagnosis found here addresses an inoperative
TURN SIGNAL INDICATORS turn signal indicator lamp condition. If the problem
being diagnosed is related to inoperative turn signals
or hazard warning lamps, be certain to repair the
DESCRIPTION turn signal and hazard warning system before
Two turn signal indicators are standard equipment
attempting to diagnose or repair the turn signal indi-
on all instrument clusters. The turn signal indicators
cators. If no turn signal or hazard warning system
BR/BE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 8J - 33
TURN SIGNAL INDICATORS (Continued)
problems are found, the following procedure will help receives battery current on the instrument cluster
locate a short or open in the left or right turn signal electronic circuit board through the fused ignition
indicator circuit. Refer to the appropriate wiring switch output (st-run) circuit whenever the ignition
information. The wiring information includes wiring switch is in the On or Start positions; therefore, the
diagrams, proper wire and connector repair proce- lamp will always be off when the ignition switch is in
dures, details of wire harness routing and retention, any position except On or Start. The bulb only illu-
connector pin-out information and location views for minates when it is provided a path to ground by the
the various wire harness connectors, splices and instrument cluster transistor. On models not
grounds. equipped with a manual transmission, the incandes-
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cent bulb and bulb holder unit are not installed at
cable. Remove the instrument cluster. the factory when the vehicle is built. The instrument
(2) Connect the battery negative cable. Activate cluster will turn on the upshift indicator for the fol-
the hazard warning system by moving the hazard lowing reasons:
warning switch button to the On position. Check for • Upshift Lamp-On Message - Each time the
battery voltage at the inoperative (right or left) turn cluster receives an upshift lamp-on message from the
signal circuit cavity of the instrument panel wire PCM indicating the engine speed and load conditions
harness connector (Connector C2) for the instrument are right for a transmission upshift to occur, the
cluster. There should be a switching (on and off) bat- upshift indicator is illuminated. The indicator
tery voltage signal. If OK, replace the faulty turn sig- remains illuminated until the cluster receives an
nal indicator bulb. If not OK, repair the open (right upshift lamp-off message from the PCM or until the
or left) turn signal circuit to the left multi-function ignition switch is turned to the Off position, which-
switch as required. ever occurs first. The PCM will normally send an
upshift lamp-off message three to five seconds after a
lamp-on message, if an upshift is not performed. The
UPSHIFT INDICATOR indicator will then remain off until the vehicle stops
accelerating and is brought back into the range of
DESCRIPTION indicator operation, or until the transmission is
An upshift indicator is standard equipment on all shifted into another gear.
instrument clusters. However, on vehicles not • Actuator Test - Each time the cluster is put
equipped with a manual transmission, this indicator through the actuator test, the indicator will be
is disabled. The upshift indicator is located near the turned on during the bulb check portion of the test to
fuel gauge in the instrument cluster overlay, to the confirm the functionality of the indicator and the
left of center. The upshift indicator consists of an cluster control circuitry.
upward pointed arrow icon that is a stenciled cutout The PCM continually monitors the engine speed
in the opaque layer of the instrument cluster overlay. and load conditions to determine the proper fuel and
The dark outer layer of the overlay prevents the indi- ignition requirements. The PCM then sends the
cator from being clearly visible when it is not illumi- proper messages to the instrument cluster. If the
nated. An amber lens behind the cutout in the upshift indicator fails to light during normal vehicle
opaque layer of the overlay causes the icon to appear operation, replace the bulb with a known good unit.
in amber through the translucent outer layer of the For further diagnosis of the upshift indicator or the
overlay when the indicator is illuminated from instrument cluster circuitry that controls the indica-
behind by a replaceable incandescent bulb and bulb tor, (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/INSTRUMENT
holder unit located on the instrument cluster elec- CLUSTER - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING). For
tronic circuit board. The upshift indicator is serviced proper diagnosis of the PCM, the CCD data bus, or
as a unit with the instrument cluster. the message inputs to the instrument cluster that
control the upshift indicator, a DRBIIIt scan tool is
OPERATION required. Refer to the appropriate diagnostic infor-
The upshift indicator gives an indication to the mation.
vehicle operator when the transmission should be
shifted to the next highest gear in order to achieve
the best fuel economy. This indicator is controlled by VOLTAGE GAUGE
a transistor on the instrument cluster circuit board
based upon the cluster programming and electronic DESCRIPTION
messages received by the cluster from the Powertrain A voltage gauge is standard equipment on all
Control Module (PCM) over the Chrysler Collision instrument clusters. The voltage gauge is located in
Detection (CCD) data bus. The upshift indicator bulb the upper left quadrant of the instrument cluster,
8J - 34 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER BR/BE
VOLTAGE GAUGE (Continued)
above the temperature gauge. The voltage gauge con- until ten seconds after the engine intake manifold air
sists of a movable gauge needle or pointer controlled heater has completed its cycle.
by the instrument cluster circuitry and a fixed 90 • Voltage High Message - Each time the cluster
degree scale on the cluster overlay that reads left-to- receives a message from the PCM indicating a volt-
right from 8 volts to 18 volts. An International Con- age high condition (system voltage is 16.7 volts or
trol and Display Symbol icon for “Battery Charging higher), the gauge needle is moved to the 18 volt
Condition” is located directly below the lowest grad- graduation on the gauge scale and the check gauges
uation of the gauge scale. The voltage gauge graphics indicator is illuminated. The gauge needle remains
are white against a black field except for a single red on the 18 volt graduation and the check gauges indi-
graduation at each end of the gauge scale, making cator remains illuminated until the cluster receives a
them clearly visible within the instrument cluster in message from the PCM indicating there is no voltage
daylight. When illuminated from behind by the panel high condition (system voltage is 16.6 volts or lower,
lamps dimmer controlled cluster illumination lighting but higher than 10.9 volts), or until the ignition
with the exterior lamps turned On, the white graph- switch is turned to the Off position, whichever occurs
ics appear blue-green and the red graphics appear first.
red. The orange gauge needle is internally illumi- • Message Failure - If the cluster fails to receive
nated. Gauge illumination is provided by replaceable a system voltage message, it will hold the gauge nee-
incandescent bulb and bulb holder units located on dle at the last indication until a new message is
the instrument cluster electronic circuit board. The received, or until the ignition switch is turned to the
voltage gauge is serviced as a unit with the instru- Off position, whichever occurs first.
ment cluster. • Actuator Test - Each time the cluster is put
through the actuator test, the gauge needle will be
OPERATION swept to several calibration points on the gauge scale
The voltage gauge gives an indication to the vehi- in a prescribed sequence in order to confirm the func-
cle operator of the electrical system voltage. This tionality of the gauge and the cluster control cir-
gauge is controlled by the instrument cluster circuit cuitry.
board based upon the cluster programming and elec- The PCM continually monitors the system voltage
tronic messages received by the cluster from the to control the generator output. The PCM then sends
Powertrain Control Module (PCM) over the Chrysler the proper system voltage messages to the instru-
Collision Detection (CCD) data bus. The voltage ment cluster. For further diagnosis of the voltage
gauge is an air core magnetic unit that receives bat- gauge or the instrument cluster circuitry that con-
tery current on the instrument cluster electronic cir- trols the gauge, (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/INSTRU-
cuit board through the fused ignition switch output MENT CLUSTER - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING). If
(st-run) circuit whenever the ignition switch is in the the instrument cluster turns on the check gauges
On or Start positions. The cluster is programmed to indicator due to a charge fail or voltage high condi-
move the gauge needle back to the low end of the tion, it may indicate that the charging system
scale after the ignition switch is turned to the Off requires service. For proper diagnosis of the charging
position. The instrument cluster circuitry controls system, the CCD data bus, or the message inputs to
the gauge needle position and provides the following the instrument cluster that control the voltage
features: gauge, a DRBIIIt scan tool is required. Refer to the
• Charge Fail Message - Each time the cluster appropriate diagnostic information.
receives a message from the PCM indicating a charge
fail condition (system voltage is 10.8 volts or lower),
the gauge needle is moved to the 8 volt graduation WAIT-TO-START INDICATOR
on the gauge scale and the check gauges indicator is
illuminated. The gauge needle remains on the 8 volt DESCRIPTION
graduation and the check gauges indicator remains A wait-to-start indicator is standard equipment on
illuminated until the cluster receives a message from all instrument clusters, but is only functional in vehi-
the PCM indicating there is no charge fail condition cles equipped with an optional diesel engine. The
(system voltage is 10.9 volts or higher, but lower wait-to-start indicator is located near the lower edge
than 16.7 volts), or until the ignition switch is turned of the instrument cluster overlay, to the right of cen-
to the Off position, whichever occurs first. On models ter. The wait-to-start indicator consists of a stenciled
equipped with the optional diesel engine, the instru- cutout of the text “WAIT TO START” in the opaque
ment cluster is programmed to support the voltmeter layer of the cluster overlay. The dark outer layer of
gauge needle above the low end of normal graduation the overlay prevents the indicator from being clearly
and suppress the check gauges indicator operation visible when it is not illuminated. A red lens located
BR/BE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER 8J - 35
WAIT-TO-START INDICATOR (Continued)
behind the cutout causes the “WAIT TO START” text the cutout in the opaque layer of the overlay causes
to appear in red through the translucent outer layer the “LOW WASHER” text to appear in amber
of the overlay when the indicator is illuminated from through the translucent outer layer of the overlay
behind by a Light Emitting Diode (LED) that is sol- when it is illuminated from behind by a Light Emit-
dered onto the instrument cluster electronic circuit ting Diode (LED) soldered onto the instrument clus-
board. The wait-to-start indicator is serviced as a ter electronic circuit board. The washer fluid
unit with the instrument cluster. indicator is serviced as a unit with the instrument
cluster.
OPERATION
The wait-to-start indicator gives an indication to OPERATION
the vehicle operator when the diesel engine intake The washer fluid indicator gives an indication to
air heater is energized in its preheat operating mode. the vehicle operator when the fluid level in the
This indicator is controlled by a hard wired input to washer fluid reservoir is low. This indicator is con-
the instrument cluster from the Engine Control Mod- trolled by a transistor on the instrument cluster elec-
ule (ECM). The wait-to-start indicator Light Emitting tronic circuit board based upon cluster programming
Diode (LED) receives battery current on the instru- and a hard wired washer fluid level switch input to
ment cluster electronic circuit board through the the cluster. The washer fluid indicator Light Emit-
fused ignition switch output (st-run) circuit whenever ting Diode (LED) receives battery current on the
the ignition switch is in the On or Start positions; instrument cluster electronic circuit board through
therefore, the lamp will always be off when the igni- the fused ignition switch output (st-run) circuit
tion switch is in any position except On or Start. The whenever the ignition switch is in the On or Start
indicator LED only illuminates when it is switched to positions; therefore, the indicator will always be off
ground by the input from the ECM. The ECM will when the ignition switch is in any position except On
turn on the wait-to-start indicator by pulling the or Start. The LED only illuminates when it is pro-
wait-to-start indicator driver circuit to ground each vided a path to ground by the instrument cluster
time the ignition switch is turned to the On or Start transistor. The instrument cluster will turn on the
positions. The indicator then remains illuminated washer fluid indicator for the following reasons:
until the ECM detects that the air within the intake • Bulb Test - Each time the ignition switch is
manifold is the proper temperature to ensure reliable turned to the On position the indicator is illuminated
and efficient engine starting, until the ECM detects for about two seconds as a bulb test.
that the engine is running, or until the ignition • Washer Fluid Level Switch Input - Immedi-
switch is turned to the Off position, whichever occurs ately after the bulb test, if the cluster senses ground
first. on the washer fluid switch sense circuit for more
The ECM continually monitors the intake manifold than about thirty seconds, it turns on the washer
air temperature sensor, the Manifold Absolute Pres- fluid indicator. Any time after the bulb test, the clus-
sure (MAP) sensor, and many other vehicle condi- ter must sense ground on the washer fluid switch
tions to determine when the wait-to-start indicator sense circuit for more than about sixty seconds before
should be illuminated. For proper diagnosis of the it turns on the indicator. Once illuminated, the indi-
wait-to-start indicator, the ECM, or the inputs the cator will remain illuminated until the ignition
ECM uses to control the wait-to-start indicator oper- switch is cycled and the cluster senses an open cir-
ation, a DRBIIIt scan tool is required. Refer to the cuit on the low washer fluid sense input. This strat-
appropriate diagnostic information. egy is intended to reduce the effect that fluid
sloshing within the washer reservoir can have on
reliable indicator operation.
WASHER FLUID INDICATOR • Actuator Test - Each time the cluster is put
through the actuator test, the indicator will be
DESCRIPTION turned on during the bulb check portion of the test to
A washer fluid indicator is standard equipment on confirm the functionality of the LED and the cluster
all instrument clusters. The washer fluid indicator is control circuitry.
located near the lower edge of the instrument cluster The washer fluid level switch is connected in series
overlay, to the right of center. The washer fluid indi- between ground and the washer fluid switch sense
cator consists of a stenciled cutout of the words input to the instrument cluster. For more informa-
“LOW WASHER” in the opaque layer of the instru- tion on the washer fluid level switch,(Refer to 8 -
ment cluster overlay. The dark outer layer of the ELECTRICAL/WIPERS/WASHERS/WASHER FLUID
overlay prevents the indicator from being clearly vis- LEVEL SWITCH - OPERATION). For further diag-
ible when it is not illuminated. An amber lens behind nosis of the washer fluid indicator or the instrument
8J - 36 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER BR/BE
WASHER FLUID INDICATOR (Continued)
cluster circuitry that controls the indicator, (Refer to OK, repair the open ground circuit to ground (G100)
8 - ELECTRICAL/INSTRUMENT CLUSTER - DIAG- as required.
NOSIS AND TESTING). The washer fluid level (2) Remove the instrument cluster from the instru-
switch input to the cluster can be diagnosed using ment panel. Check for continuity between the washer
conventional diagnostic tools and methods. fluid switch sense circuit cavities of the headlamp
and dash wire harness connector for the washer fluid
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - WASHER FLUID level switch and the instrument panel wire harness
INDICATOR connector (Connector C2) for the instrument cluster.
The diagnosis found here addresses an inoperative If OK, replace the faulty washer fluid level switch. If
washer fluid indicator condition. If the problem being not OK, repair the open washer fluid switch sense
diagnosed is related to indicator accuracy, be certain circuit between the washer fluid level switch and the
to confirm that the problem is with the indicator or instrument cluster as required.
washer fluid level switch input and not with a dam-
INDICATOR STAYS ILLUMINATED WITH WASHER
aged or empty washer fluid reservoir, or inoperative RESERVOIR FULL
instrument cluster indicator control circuitry. Inspect
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
the washer fluid reservoir for proper fluid level and
cable. Disconnect the headlamp and dash wire har-
signs of damage or distortion that could affect
ness connector for the washer fluid level switch from
washer fluid level switch performance and perform
the washer fluid level switch connector receptacle.
the instrument cluster actuator test before you pro-
Check for continuity between the ground circuit ter-
ceed with the following diagnosis. If no washer fluid
minal and the washer fluid switch sense terminal in
reservoir or instrument cluster control circuitry prob-
the washer fluid level switch connector receptacle.
lem is found, the following procedure will help to
There should be no continuity. If OK, go to Step 2. If
locate a short or open in the washer fluid switch
not OK, replace the faulty washer fluid level switch.
sense circuit. Refer to the appropriate wiring infor-
(2) Remove the instrument cluster from the instru-
mation. The wiring information includes wiring dia-
ment panel. Check for continuity between the washer
grams, proper wire and connector repair procedures,
fluid switch sense circuit cavity of the headlamp and
details of wire harness routing and retention, connec-
dash wire harness connector for the washer fluid
tor pin-out information and location views for the
level switch and a good ground. There should be no
various wire harness connectors, splices and grounds.
continuity. If not OK, repair the shorted washer fluid
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR- switch sense circuit between the washer fluid level
BAGS, DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM BEFORE switch and the instrument cluster as required.
ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING
COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT
DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. DISCONNECT AND ISO-
WATER-IN-FUEL INDICATOR
LATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE,
THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYS-
DESCRIPTION
TEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PER- A water-in-fuel indicator is standard equipment on
FORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS all instrument clusters, but is only functional in vehi-
IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG cles equipped with an optional diesel engine. The
SYSTEM. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE- water-in-fuel indicator is located near the lower edge
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR- of the instrument cluster overlay, to the left of center.
BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL The water-in-fuel indicator consists of a stencilled
INJURY. cutout of the text “WATER IN FUEL” in the opaque
layer of the instrument cluster overlay. The dark
outer layer of the overlay prevents the indicator from
INDICATOR DOES NOT ILLUMINATE WITH WASHER being clearly visible when it is not illuminated. A red
RESERVOIR EMPTY lens located behind the cutout causes the “WATER
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative IN FUEL” text to appear in red through the translu-
cable. Disconnect the headlamp and dash wire har- cent outer layer of the overlay when the indicator is
ness connector for the washer fluid level switch from illuminated from behind by a Light Emitting Diode
the washer fluid level switch connector receptacle. (LED) soldered onto the instrument cluster electronic
Check for continuity between the ground circuit cav- circuit board. The water-in-fuel indicator is serviced
ity of the headlamp and dash wire harness connector as a unit with the instrument cluster.
for the washer fluid level switch and a good ground.
There should be continuity. If OK, go to Step 2. If not
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WATER-IN-FUEL INDICATOR (Continued)
LAMPS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
LAMPS/LIGHTING - EXTERIOR
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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INSTALLATION
(1) Connect harness wires to new switch.
(2) Press and hold brake pedal down.
Fig. 1 Brake Lamp Switch Terminal Identification (3) Install switch. Align tabs on switch with
1 - TERMINAL PINS notches in switch bracket (Fig. 3). Then insert switch
2 - PLUNGER TEST POSITIONS in bracket and turn it clockwise approximately 30° to
lock it in place.
(4) Release brake pedal. Then move the release
SWITCH CONTINUITY TEST
lever on the switch to engage the switch plunger. The
NOTE: Disconnect switch harness before testing switch is now adjusted and can not be adjusted
switch continuity. again.
(5) Install the knee bolster.
With switch plunger extended, attach test leads to
pins 1 and 2. Replace switch if meter indicates no
continuity.
8L - 6 LAMPS/LIGHTING - EXTERIOR BR/BE
BRAKE LAMP SWITCH (Continued)
OPERATION
The combination flasher has five blade-type termi-
nals intended for the following inputs and outputs:
fused B(+), fused ignition switch output, ground, turn
signal circuit, and hazard warning circuit. Constant
battery voltage and ground are supplied to the
flasher so that it can perform the hazard warning
function, and ignition switched battery voltage is
supplied for the turn signal function.
The Integrated Circuitry (IC) within the combina-
tion flasher (Fig. 6) contains the logic that controls
the flasher operation and the flash rate. Pin 6 of the
IC receives a sense voltage from the hazard warning
circuit of the multi-function switch. When the hazard
warning switch is turned on, the 9hazard on sense9
voltage will become low due to the circuit being
Fig. 5 Roof Clearance Lamps grounded through the turn signal bulbs. This low
1 - ROOF voltage sense signals the IC to energize the flash con-
2 - LAMP LENS trol Positive-Negative-Positive (PNP) transistor at a
3 - BULB pre-calibrated flash rate or frequency. Each time the
4 - SOCKET PNP transistor energizes the hazard warning circuit,
the pin 6 9hazard on sense9 voltage will become high
and the IC signals the PNP transistor to de-energize
COMBINATION FLASHER the circuit. This cycling will continue until the haz-
ard warning switch is turned off.
DESCRIPTION
The combination flasher is located in the Junction
Block (JB) behind the fuse access panel on the left
outboard end of the instrument panel. The combina-
tion flasher is a smart relay that functions as both
the turn signal system and the hazard warning sys-
tem flasher. The combination flasher contains active
electronic Integrated Circuitry (IC) elements. This
flasher is designed to handle the current flow
requirements of the factory-installed lighting. If sup-
plemental lighting is added to the turn signal lamp
circuits, such as when towing a trailer with lights,
the combination flasher will automatically try to
compensate to keep the flash rate the same.
The combination flasher has five blade-type termi-
nals that connect it to the vehicle electrical system
through five matching cavities in the receptacle of
the JB. While the combination flasher has a Interna-
tional Standards Organization (ISO)-type relay ter-
minal configuration or footprint, the internal Fig. 6 Combination Flasher - Typical
circuitry is much different. The combination flasher
does not use standard ISO-relay inputs or provide Likewise, pin 8 of the IC receives a sense voltage
ISO-relay type outputs or functions. The combination from the turn signal circuits of the multi-function
flasher should never be substituted for an ISO-relay switch. When the left or right turn signal switch is
or replaced with an ISO-relay, or else component and turned on, the 9turn signal on sense9 voltage will
vehicle damage may occur. become low due to the circuit being grounded
The combination flasher cannot be repaired or through the turn signal bulbs. This low voltage sense
adjusted and, if faulty or damaged, it must be signals the IC to energize the flash control PNP tran-
replaced. sistor at a pre-calibrated flash rate or frequency.
Each time the PNP transistor energizes the turn sig-
nal circuit, the pin 8 9turn signal on sense9 voltage
8L - 8 LAMPS/LIGHTING - EXTERIOR BR/BE
COMBINATION FLASHER (Continued)
will become high and the IC signals the PNP transis-
tor to de-energize the circuit. This cycling will con-
tinue until the right or left turn signal switch is
turned off.
A special design feature of the combination flasher
allows it to 9sense9 that a turn signal circuit or bulb
is not operating, and provide the driver an indication
of the condition by flashing the remaining bulbs in
the affected circuit at a higher rate (120 flashes-per-
minute or higher). Conventional flashers either con-
tinue flashing at their typical rate (heavy-duty type),
or discontinue flashing the affected circuit entirely
(standard-duty type). During turn signal operation,
the combination flasher IC compares normal battery
voltage input on pin 2 with the shunt resistor voltage
input on pin 7. If the IC 9senses9 that the voltage dif-
ference between pin 2 and pin 7 is different than the
pre-calibrated value of the IC, it will increase the
rate at which it signals the PNP transistor to ener-
gize the pin 1 output. Thus, the inoperative half (left
or right side) of the turn signal circuit will flash
faster.
Because of the active electronic elements within Fig. 7 Junction Block
the combination flasher, it cannot be tested with con- 1 - JUNCTION BLOCK
ventional automotive electrical test equipment. If the 2 - FUSE ACCESS PANEL
combination flasher is believed to be faulty, test the
turn signal system and hazard warning system. Then
replace the combination flasher with a known good INSTALLATION
unit to confirm system operation. (Refer to 8 - ELEC-
TRICAL/LAMPS/LIGHTING - EXTERIOR/TURN WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
SIGNAL & HAZARD WARNING SYSTEM - DIAG- BAGS, DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM BEFORE
NOSIS AND TESTING). ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING
COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT
REMOVAL DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. DISCONNECT AND ISO-
LATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE,
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR- THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYS-
BAGS, DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM BEFORE TEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PER-
ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING FORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS
COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG
DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. DISCONNECT AND ISO- SYSTEM. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
LATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE, CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYS- BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
TEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PER- INJURY.
FORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS
(1) Position the combination flasher in the proper
IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG
receptacle of the Junction Block (JB).
SYSTEM. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
(2) Align the terminals of the combination flasher
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
with the terminal cavities in the JB receptacle for
BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
the flasher.
INJURY.
(3) Push in firmly and evenly on the combination
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative flasher until the terminals are fully seated in the ter-
cable. minal cavities of the JB receptacle for the flasher.
(2) Remove the fuse access panel by unsnapping it (4) Reinstall the fuse access panel by snapping it
from the left outboard end of the instrument panel. onto the left outboard end of the instrument panel.
(3) Remove the combination flasher from the Junc- (5) Reconnect the battery negative cable.
tion Block (JB) (Fig. 7).
BR/BE LAMPS/LIGHTING - EXTERIOR 8L - 9
OPERATION
The headlamps are illuminated when the ignition
switch is turned to the ON position. The DRL module
receives a vehicle-moving signal from the vehicle
speed sensor. This provides a constant head-
lamps-on condition as long as the vehicle is moving.
Fig. 8 Daytime Running Lamp Module (DRLM)
The lamps are illuminated at less than 50 percent of
1 - HEADLAMP AND DASH WIRING HARNESS
normal intensity.
2 - LEFT FENDER SIDE SHIELD
3 - DAYTIME RUNNING LAMP MODULE
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable. (2) Install screws attaching DRLM to left front
(2) Disengage wire connector from DRLM (Fig. 8). inner fender panel.
(3) Remove screws attaching DRLM to left front (3) Engage wire connector to DRLM.
inner fender panel. (4) Connect the battery negative cable.
(4) Separate DRLM from fender.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position DRLM on fender.
FOG LAMP
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - FOG LAMP
FOG LAMPS ARE DIM 1. Loose or corroded battery cables. 1. Clean and secure battery cable clamps
WITH ENGINE IDLING OR and posts.
IGNITION TURNED OFF. 2. Loose or worn generator drive 2. Adjust or replace generator drive belt.
belt.
3. Charging system output too low. 3. Test and repair charging system.
4. Battery has insufficient charge. 4. Test battery state-of -charge.
5. Battery is sulfated or shorted. 5. Load test battery.
6. Poor lighting circuit Z33-ground. 6. Test for voltage drop across Z33-ground
locations.
FOG LAMP BULBS BURN 1. Charging system output too high. 1. Test and repair charging system.
OUT FREQUENTLY 2. Loose or corroded terminals or 2. Inspect and repair all connectors and
splices in circuit. splices.
8L - 10 LAMPS/LIGHTING - EXTERIOR BR/BE
FOG LAMP (Continued)
FOG LAMPS ARE DIM 1. Charging system output too low. 1. Test and repair charging system.
WITH ENGINE RUNNING 2. Poor lighting circuit Z33-ground. 2. Test for voltage drop across Z33-ground
ABOVE IDLE locations.
3. High resistance in fog lamp circuit. 3. Test amperage draw of fog lamp circuit.
FOG LAMPS FLASH 1. Poor lighting circuit Z33-ground. 1. Test for voltage drop across Z33-ground
RANDOMLY locations.
2. High resistance in fog lamp circuit. 2. Test amperage draw of fog lamp circuit.
3. Faulty fog lamp switch. 3. Replace fog lamp switch.
4. Loose or corroded terminals or 4. Inspect and repair all connectors and
splices in circuit. splices.
FOG LAMPS DO NOT 1. Blown fuse for fog lamp. 1.Trace short and replace fuse.
ILLUMINATE 2. No Z33-ground at fog lamps. 2. Repair circuit ground.
3. Faulty fog lamp switch. 3. Replace fog lamp switch.
4. Broken connector terminal or wire 4. Repair connector terminal or wire splice.
splice in fog lamp circuit.
5. Defective or burned out bulb. 5. Replace bulb.
FOG LAMPS ARE 1. Fog lamp/DRL* feed shorted to 1. Check wiring circuit from fog lamp/DRL*
INOPERATIVE AND FOG ground. fuse to fog lamp. Trace short circuit in
LAMP INDICATOR LIGHT wiring and repair.
ALWAYS STAYS ON.
FOG LAMPS ARE 1. Fog lamp/DRL* fuse defective. 1. Trace short circuit and replace fuse.
INOPERATIVE AND FOG
LAMP INDICATOR LIGHT
IS ILLUMINATED.
2. Open circuit from fog lamp fuse to 2. Check wiring circuit from fog lamp/DRL*
fog lamp. fuse to fog lamp. Trace open circuit in
wiring and repair.
PARK LAMPS ARE 1. Park lamp feed is shorted. 1. Check wiring circuit from park lamp fuse
INOPERATIVE. FOG LAMP to headlamp switch. Trace short circuit in
INDICATOR IS ON WHEN wiring and repair.
ALL SWITCHES ARE OFF
AND FUNCTIONS
OPPOSITE TO FOG
LAMPS.
PARK LAMPS ARE 1. Park lamp fuse is defective. 1. Trace short circuit and replace fuse.
INOPERATIVE. FOG LAMP
INDICATOR FUNCTIONS
OPPOSITE TO FOG
LAMPS.
2. Open circuit from park lamp fuse 2. Check wiring circuit from park lamp fuse
to headlamp switch. to headlamp switch. Trace open circuit in
wiring and repair.
INSTALLATION
CAUTION: Do not touch the bulb glass with fingers
or other oily surfaces. Reduced bulb life will result.
(1) Position bulb assembly in lamp and rotate
clockwise. Fig. 10 Fog Lamp
(2) Connect fog lamp harness connector. 1 - FOG LAMP
(3) Connect the battery negative cable. 2 - BEAM ADJUSTER
3 - BUMPER
8L - 12 LAMPS/LIGHTING - EXTERIOR BR/BE
FOG LAMP UNIT (Continued)
SPORT INSTALLATION
The fog lamps are serviced from the rearward side
of the front bumper. SLT
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative (1) Position fog lamp in bumper.
cable. (2) Install fog lamp to bumper attaching nuts.
(2) Disengage fog lamp harness connector. (3) Connect fog lamp harness connector.
(3) Remove fog lamp to bumper attaching nuts (4) Check for proper operation and beam align-
(Fig. 11). ment.
(4) Separate fog lamp from bumper. (5) Connect the battery negative cable.
SPORT
(1) Position fog lamp in fascia.
(2) Install screws attaching fog lamp to fascia.
(3) Connect wire connector to fog lamp.
(4) Check for proper operation and beam align-
ment.
(5) Connect the battery negative cable.
ADJUSTMENTS
Prepare an alignment screen. (Refer to 8 - ELEC-
TRICAL/LAMPS/LIGHTING - EXTERIOR/HEAD-
LAMP UNIT - ADJUSTMENTS)
A properly aligned fog lamp will project a pattern
on the alignment screen 100 mm (4 in.) below the fog
lamp centerline and straight ahead (Fig. 12).
Fig. 11 Fog Lamp To adjust fog lamp aim, rotate adjustment screw on
1 - FOG LAMP the rear of fog lamp to achieve the specified height.
2 - BEAM ADJUSTER
3 - BUMPER
BR/BE LAMPS/LIGHTING - EXTERIOR 8L - 13
FOG LAMP UNIT (Continued)
HEADLAMPS ARE DIM 1. Loose or corroded battery cables. 1. Clean and secure battery cable clamps
WITH ENGINE IDLING and posts.
OR IGNITION TURNED 2. Loose or worn generator drive 2. Adjust or replace generator drive belt.
OFF belt.
3. Charging system output too low. 3. Test and repair charging system.
4. Battery has insufficient charge. 4. Test battery state-of -charge.
5. Battery is sulfated or shorted. 5. Load test battery.
6. Poor lighting circuit Z3-ground. 6. Test for voltage drop across Z3-ground
locations.
7. Both headlamp bulbs defective. 7. Replace both headlamp bulbs.
HEADLAMP BULBS BURN 1. Charging system output too high. 1. Test and repair charging system.
OUT
FREQUENTLY 2. Loose or corroded terminals or 2. Inspect and repair all connectors and
splices in circuit. splices.
HEADLAMPS ARE DIM 1. Charging system output too low. 1. Test and repair charging system.
WITH ENGINE RUNNING
ABOVE IDLE* 2. Poor lighting circuit Z3-ground. 2. Test for voltage drop across Z3-ground
locations.
3. High resistance in headlamp 3. Test amperage draw of headlamp circuit.
circuit.
4. Both headlamp bulbs defective. 4. Replace both headlamp bulbs.
HEADLAMPS FLASH 1. Poor lighting circuit Z3-ground. 1. Test for voltage drop across Z3-ground
RANDOMLY locations.
2. High resistance in headlamp 2. Test amperage draw of headlamp circuit.
circuit. Should not exceed 30 amps.
3. Faulty headlamps switch circuit 3. Replace headlamp switch.
breaker.
4. Loose or corroded terminals or 4. Inspect and repair all connectors and
splices in circuit. splices.
HEADLAMPS (HIGH & 1. No voltage at either headlamp. 1. Voltage should always be present. Trace
LOW) DO NOT short circuit and replace BOTH headlamp
ILLUMINATE fuses. Check wiring circuit from Right
headlamp fuse to headlamp. (Repeat for
Left side)
2. No ground for high and low beam 2. Ground should always be present
circuit. according to switch position. Check ground
at headlamp switch. Check wiring circuit
from headlamp switch to Multifunction
switch. Check headlamp switch and
Multifunction switch continuity. Repair circuit
ground.
3. Headlamp bulb(s) defective. 3. Replace bulb(s).
4. Faulty headlamp switch. 4. Replace headlamp switch.
5. Faulty headlamp dimmer 5. Replace Multifunction switch.
(Multifunction) switch.
BR/BE LAMPS/LIGHTING - EXTERIOR 8L - 15
HEADLAMP (Continued)
HEADLAMPS (LOW 1. No ground for low beam circuit. 1. Ground should be present according to
BEAM) DO NOT Multifunction switch position. Check wiring
ILLUMINATE. circuit from Multifunction switch to
headlamp . Trace open circuit in wiring and
repair.
Check Multifunction Switch for continuity.
HEADLAMPS (HIGH 1. No ground for high beam circuit. 1. Ground should be present according to
BEAM) DO NOT Multifunction switch position. Check wiring
ILLUMINATE. circuit from Multifunction switch to
headlamp . Trace open circuit in wiring and
repair.
Check Multifunction Switch for continuity.
HEADLAMPS (LOW 1. Low beam circuit from bulb to 1. Ground should be present according to
BEAM) ALWAYS Multifunction switch is shorted to Multifunction switch position. Check wiring
ILLUMINATE AND CAN ground. circuit from Multifunction switch to
NOT BE SHUT OFF. headlamp . Trace short circuit in wiring and
repair.
HEADLAMPS (HIGH 1. High beam circuit from bulb to 1. Ground should be present according to
BEAM) ALWAYS Multifunction switch is shorted to Multifunction switch position. Check wiring
ILLUMINATE AND CAN ground. circuit from Multifunction switch to
NOT BE SHUT OFF. headlamp . Trace short circuit in wiring and
repair.
QUAD LAMPS DO NOT 1. No voltage at either headlamp. 1. Voltage should always be present. Check
ILLUMINATE AND HIGH Quad lamp fuse. Check wiring circuit from
BEAMS ILLUMINATE. Quad lamp fuse to Quad lamp. Repeat for
left side
2. No ground for Quad beam circuit. 2. Ground should be present according to
Multifunction switch position. Check ground
at quad lamp relay. Check for battery
voltage at quad lamp relay. Check quad
lamp relay. Check relay control circuit (relay
coil to high beam).
3. If voltage and ground are present, 3.
bulb(s) is defective. Replace bulb(s).
HEADLAMP SWITCH OFF 1. Headlamp switch feed circuit 1. Check wiring circuit from right headlamp
HEADLAMPS AND shorted to ground. fuse to headlamp. Repeat for left side.
HIGHBEAM INDICATOR Trace short circuit in wiring and repair.
REMAIN ON AND ARE
DIM.
HEADLAMP SWITCH ON 1. Headlamp feed circuit shorted to 1. Check wiring circuit from right headlamp
(LOW BEAMS ON), ONE ground. fuse to headlamp. Repeat for left side.
LOW BEAM ON AND Trace short circuit in wiring and repair.
BOTH HIGH BEAMS DIM.
8L - 16 LAMPS/LIGHTING - EXTERIOR BR/BE
HEADLAMP (Continued)
HEADLAMP SWITCH ON 1. Headlamp feed circuit shorted to 1. Check wiring circuit from right headlamp
(HIGH BEAMS ON), ONE ground. fuse to headlamp. Repeat for left side.
HIGH BEAM ON AND Trace short circuit in wiring and repair.
BOTH LOW BEAMS DIM.
HEADLAMP SWITCH ON, 1. Blown headlamp fuse. 1. Trace short circuit and replace fuse.
ONE HEADLAMP
FILAMENT WILL BE AT
FULL INTENSITY AND ALL
OTHER FILAMENTS ARE
ON AND DIM.
2. Open circuit from headlamp fuse 2. Repair open headlamp circuit.
to headlamp.
REMOVAL INSTALLATION
On the driver side, the battery and battery tray
must be removed to service the headlamp bulb. CAUTION: Do not touch the bulb glass with fingers
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative or other oily surfaces. Reduced bulb life will result.
cable. (1) Position bulb(s) in headlamp.
(2) Remove the battery tray (Refer to 8 - ELEC- (2) Install retaining ring holding bulb(s) to head-
TRICAL/BATTERY SYSTEM/TRAY - REMOVAL). lamp.
(3) Disengage wire connector from headlamp (3) Connect wire connector to headlamp bulb(s).
bulb(s). (4) Install battery tray, if removed (Refer to 8 -
(4) Remove retaining ring holding bulb(s) to head- ELECTRICAL/BATTERY SYSTEM/TRAY - INSTAL-
lamp (Fig. 13). LATION).
(5) Pull bulb(s) from headlamp. (5) Connect battery negative cable.
HEADLAMP RELAY
DESCRIPTION
The headlamp (or security) relay is located in the
Power Distribution Center (PDC) near the battery in
the engine compartment (Fig. 14). See the fuse and
relay layout label affixed to the inside surface of the
PDC cover for headlamp relay identification and loca-
tion. The headlamp relay is a conventional Interna-
tional Standards Organization (ISO) micro relay.
Fig. 13 Headlamp Bulb Relays conforming to the ISO specifications have
1 - BULB SOCKET common physical dimensions, current capacities, ter-
2 - BULB ASSEMBLY minal patterns, and terminal functions. The relay is
3 - LOCK contained within a small, rectangular, molded plastic
4 - BULB RETAINING RING
housing. The relay is connected to all of the required
5 - ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR
inputs and outputs through its PDC receptacle by
6 - UNLOCK
7 - PLASTIC BASE
five male spade-type terminals that extend from the
bottom of the relay base. The ISO designation for
each terminal is molded into the base adjacent to the
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HEADLAMP RELAY (Continued)
interference that can be generated as the electromag-
netic field of the relay coil collapses.
The headlamp relay terminals are connected to the
vehicle electrical system through a connector recepta-
cle in the Power Distribution Center (PDC). The
inputs and outputs of the headlamp relay include:
• The common feed terminal (30) is connected to
ground at all times through a take out and eyelet
terminal connector of the right headlamp and dash
wire harness that is secured by a ground screw to
the left fender inner shield near the PDC in the
engine compartment.
• The coil ground terminal (85) is connected to the
Central Timer Module (CTM) through the security
relay control circuit. The CTM energizes the head-
lamp relay control coil by internally pulling this cir-
Fig. 14 Power Distribution Center
cuit to ground.
1 - COVER • The coil battery terminal (86) is connected to
2 - POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTER
battery current at all times through a fused B(+) cir-
cuit that is internal to the PDC.
terminal. The ISO terminal designations are as fol- • The normally open terminal (87) is connected to
lows: the headlamps at all times through the beam select
• 30 (Common Feed) - This terminal is con- switch low beam output circuit. This circuit provides
nected to the movable contact point of the relay. a path to ground for the headlamps through the com-
• 85 (Coil Ground) - This terminal is connected mon feed terminal when the headlamp relay control
to the ground feed side of the relay control coil. coil is energized by the CTM.
• 86 (Coil Battery) - This terminal is connected • The normally closed terminal (87A) is not con-
to the battery feed side of the relay control coil. nected to any circuit in this application, but is
• 87 (Normally Open) - This terminal is con- grounded through the common feed terminal when
nected to the normally open fixed contact point of the the headlamp relay control coil is de-energized.
relay. The headlamp relay can be diagnosed using con-
• 87A (Normally Closed) - This terminal is con- ventional diagnostic tools and methods.
nected to the normally closed fixed contact point of
the relay. DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - HEADLAMP RELAY
The headlamp relay cannot be adjusted or The headlamp (or security) relay (Fig. 15) is
repaired. If the relay is damaged or faulty, it must be located in the Power Distribution Center (PDC) near
replaced. the battery in the engine compartment. See the fuse
and relay layout label affixed to the inside surface of
OPERATION the PDC cover for headlamp relay identification and
The headlamp (or security) relay is an electrome- location. Refer to the appropriate wiring information.
chanical switch that uses a low current input from The wiring information includes wiring diagrams,
the high-line or premium Central Timer Module proper wire and connector repair procedures, details
(CTM) to control a high current output to the head- of wire harness routing and retention, connector pin-
lamps. The movable common feed contact point is out information and location views for the various
held against the fixed normally closed contact point wire harness connectors, splices and grounds.
by spring pressure. When the relay coil is energized, (1) Remove the headlamp relay from the PDC.
an electromagnetic field is produced by the coil wind- (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/LAMPS/LIGHTING -
ings. This electromagnetic field draws the movable EXTERIOR/HEADLAMP RELAY - REMOVAL).
relay contact point away from the fixed normally (2) A relay in the de-energized position should
closed contact point, and holds it against the fixed have continuity between terminals 87A and 30, and
normally open contact point. When the relay coil is no continuity between terminals 87 and 30. If OK, go
de-energized, spring pressure returns the movable to Step 3. If not OK, replace the faulty relay.
contact point back against the fixed normally closed (3) Resistance between terminals 85 and 86 (elec-
contact point. A resistor or diode is connected in par- tromagnet) should be 75 ± 5 ohms. If OK, go to Step
allel with the relay coil in the relay, and helps to dis- 4. If not OK, replace the faulty relay.
sipate voltage spikes and electromagnetic
8L - 18 LAMPS/LIGHTING - EXTERIOR BR/BE
HEADLAMP RELAY (Continued)
(4) Connect a battery to terminals 85 and 86. (4) Remove the headlamp relay by grasping it
There should now be continuity between terminals firmly and pulling it straight out from the receptacle
30 and 87, and no continuity between terminals 87A in the PDC.
and 30. If OK, test the relay input and output cir-
cuits. If not OK, replace the faulty relay. INSTALLATION
(1) See the fuse and relay layout label affixed to
the underside of the PDC cover for the proper head-
lamp (or security) relay location.
(2) Position the headlamp relay in the proper
receptacle in the PDC.
(3) Align the headlamp relay terminals with the
terminal cavities in the PDC receptacle.
(4) Push firmly and evenly on the top of the head-
lamp relay until the terminals are fully seated in the
terminal cavities in the PDC receptacle.
(5) Reinstall and latch the cover onto the PDC.
(6) Connect the battery negative cable.
INSTALLATION
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
BAGS, DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM BEFORE
ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING
COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT
DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. DISCONNECT AND ISO-
LATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE,
THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYS-
TEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PER-
FORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS
IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG
SYSTEM. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
INJURY. Fig. 18 Headlamp
(1) Position the headlamp switch to the instru- 1 - HEADLAMP SOCKET
2 - CARRIER BRACKET
ment panel.
3 - TURN AND PARK LAMP BULB
(2) Reconnect the two instrument panel wire har-
4 - TURN AND PARK LAMP HOUSING
ness connectors for the headlamp switch to the con- 5 - HEADLAMP HOUSING
nector receptacles on the back of the switch. 6 - SCREW
(3) Position the headlamp switch into the instru-
ment panel.
(4) Install and tighten the three screws that secure
the headlamp switch to the instrument panel.
Tighten the screws to 2.2 N·m (20 in. lbs.).
(5) Reinstall the cluster bezel onto the instrument
panel. (Refer to 23 - BODY/INSTRUMENT PANEL/
CLUSTER BEZEL - INSTALLATION).
(6) Connect the battery negative cable.
HEADLAMP UNIT
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
(2) Remove push-in fastener attaching seal to radi-
ator closure panel. Fig. 19 Headlamp-Sport
(3) Remove park and turn signal lamp. 1 - HIGH BEAM BULB SOCKET
(4) Remove screws attaching top of headlamp mod- 2 - PUSH-IN FASTENER
ule to radiator closure panel (Fig. 18). 3 - SEAL
(5) From behind front bumper, remove screws 4 - HEADLAMP MODULE
attaching bottom of headlamp module to radiator clo- 5 - TURN/PARK LAMP MODULE
sure panel. 6 - LOW BEAM BULB SOCKET
(6) From behind the bumper, loosen the bumper 7 - TURN/PARK LAMP BULB
mounting nuts to allow the bumper to lower for
clearance. This is only necessary on the side to be
removed.
INSTALLATION
(1) If removed, install headlamp bulb(s).
(7) Separate headlamp module from radiator clo-
(2) Connect headlamp bulb wire connector(s).
sure panel.
(3) Position headlamp in radiator closure panel.
(8) Disengage wire connector from headlamp
(4) From behind front bumper, install the screws
bulb(s) (Fig. 19).
attaching bottom of headlamp module to radiator clo-
(9) Separate headlamp module from vehicle.
sure panel.
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HEADLAMP UNIT (Continued)
(5) From behind the bumper, tighten the bumper (6) Measure the distance from the center of head-
mounting nuts. lamp lens to the floor. Transfer measurement to the
(6) Install the screws attaching top of headlamp alignment screen (with tape). Use this line for
module to radiator closure panel. up/down adjustment reference.
(7) Install park and turn signal lamp. (7) Measure distance from the centerline of the
(8) Install push-in fastener attaching seal to radi- vehicle to the center of each headlamp being aligned.
ator closure panel. Transfer measurements to screen (with tape) to each
(9) Connect the battery negative cable. side of vehicle centerline. Use these lines for left/
right adjustment reference.
ADJUSTMENTS
VEHICLE PREPARATION FOR HEADLAMP
LAMP ALIGNMENT SCREEN PREPARATION ALIGNMENT
(1) Position vehicle on a level surface perpendicu- (1) Verify headlamp dimmer switch and high beam
lar to a flat wall 7.62 meters (25 ft) away from front indicator operation.
of headlamp lens (Fig. 20). (2) Verify headlamps are set for low beam opera-
(2) If necessary, tape a line on the floor 7.62 tion.
meters (25 ft) away from and parallel to the wall. (3) Correct defective components that could hinder
(3) Up 1.27 meters (5 feet) from the floor, tape a proper headlamp alignment.
line on the wall at the centerline of the vehicle. Sight (4) Verify proper tire inflation.
along the centerline of the vehicle (from rear of vehi- (5) Clean headlamp lenses.
cle forward) to verify accuracy of the line placement. (6) Verify that luggage area is not heavily loaded.
(4) Rock vehicle side-to-side three times to allow (7) Fuel tank should be FULL. Add 2.94 kg (6.5
suspension to stabilize. lbs.) of weight over the fuel tank for each estimated
(5) Jounce front suspension three times by pushing gallon of missing fuel.
downward on front bumper and releasing.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install bulb in license plate lamp. MARKER LAMP
(2) Install license plate lamp lens.
(3) Connect the battery negative cable. REMOVAL
Individual lamps may be replaced by removing the
lamp from the light bar. Using a flat blade screw-
driver, carefully pry lamp to disengage clips attach-
ing ID lamp to retainer.
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MARKER LAMP (Continued)
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
(2) Remove four screws attaching rear ID lamps to
tailgate (Fig. 23).
(3) Separate ID lamps from tailgate.
(4) Disengage ID lamp wire connector from body
wire harness.
(5) Separate ID lamp from vehicle.
REMOVAL
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
BAGS, DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM BEFORE
ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING
COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT
DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. DISCONNECT AND ISO-
LATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE,
THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYS-
TEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PER-
FORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS
IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG
SYSTEM. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
INJURY.
PICKUP
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
(2) Remove screws from tail lamp.
(3) Grasp lamp, firmly pull lamp rearward to dis-
engage retaining studs.
(4) Remove socket from tail lamp.
(5) Separate tail lamp from cargo box.
(6) Pull bulb from socket.
INSTALLATION
CHASSIS CAB
(1) Install bulb in socket.
(2) Install lamp lens.
(3) Connect the battery negative cable.
TAIL LAMP UNIT (2) Engage tail lamp wire connector to body wire
harness.
REMOVAL (3) Install nuts attaching tail lamp to mounting
bracket.
CAB CHASSIS (4) Connect the battery negative cable.
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable. PICKUP
(2) Remove nuts attaching tail lamp to mounting (1) Install bulb in socket.
bracket (Fig. 29). (2) Install socket in tail lamp.
(3) Disengage tail lamp wire connector from body (3) Position tail lamp in cargo box, engage retain-
wire harness. ing studs and install screws.
(4) Separate tail lamp from vehicle. (4) Connect the battery negative cable.
PICKUP
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
TURN SIGNAL CANCEL CAM
cable.
(2) Remove screws from tail lamp (Fig. 30). DESCRIPTION
(3) Grasp lamp, firmly pull lamp rearward to dis- The turn signal cancel cam is concealed within the
engage retaining studs. steering column below the steering wheel. The turn
(4) Remove socket from tail lamp. signal cancel cam consists of two lobes that are inte-
(5) Separate tail lamp from cargo box. gral to the lower surface of the clockspring rotor. The
(6) Pull bulb from socket. clockspring mechanism provides turn signal cancella-
tion as well as a constant electrical connection
INSTALLATION between the horn switch, driver airbag, speed control
switches, and remote radio switches on the steering
CAB CHASSIS wheel and the instrument panel wire harness on the
steering column. The housing of the clockspring is
(1) Position tail lamp on vehicle.
secured to the steering column and remains station-
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TURN SIGNAL CANCEL CAM (Continued)
turn signal cancel cam. When the steering wheel is
rotated during a turning maneuver, one of the two
turn signal cancel cam lobes will contact the turn sig-
nal cancel actuator. The cancel actuator latches
against the cancel cam rotation in the direction oppo-
site that which is signaled. In other words, if the left
turn signal detent is selected, the lobes of the cancel
cam will ratchet past the cancel actuator when the
steering wheel is rotated to the left, but will unlatch
the cancel actuator as the steering wheel rotates to
the right and returns to center, which will cancel the
turn signal event and release the control stalk from
the detent so it returns to the neutral Off position.
UNDERHOOD LAMP
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
(2) Insert a small flat blade in the access slot
between the lamp base and lamp lens.
Fig. 30 Tail, Brake, Turn Signal and Back-up Lamp
(3) Pry the lamp lens upward and remove the
Bulb
lamp lens (Fig. 31).
1 - TAIL LAMP
(4) Depress the bulb terminal inward (Fig. 32) to
2 - SCREW
release the bulb.
3 - LIGHTING HARNESS
4 - BULB
5 - RETAINING CLIP
6 - RETAINING STUDS
OPERATION
The turn signal cancel cam has two lobes molded
into the lower surface of the clockspring rotor. When Fig. 31 Underhood Lamp Lens
the turn signals are activated by moving the multi-
1 - LAMP
function switch control stalk to a detent position, a
2 - LAMP LENS
turn signal cancel actuator is extended from the
inside surface of the multi-function switch housing
toward the center of the steering column and the
8L - 32 LAMPS/LIGHTING - EXTERIOR BR/BE
UNDERHOOD LAMP (Continued)
LAMPS/LIGHTING - INTERIOR
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
(2) Grasp the body of the door ajar switch with a
pair of pliers and move the switch gently back-and-
forth while pulling it out of the door hinge pillar
mounting hole.
(3) Pull the door ajar switch out from the pillar far
enough to access the wire harness connector (Fig. 3).
INSTALLATION
VANITY LAMP (1) Install bulb into lamp terminals.
(2) Place one side of lens into housing.
REMOVAL (3) Insure dim control is in place, and snap lens
(1) Insert a flat blade into the slot at front of lens. into housing.
(2) Rotate blade until lens pops out of lamp.
(3) Remove lens from housing.
BR/BE MESSAGE SYSTEMS 8M - 1
MESSAGE SYSTEMS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
OVERHEAD CONSOLE harness to the roof wire harness for both the base
and premium overhead console units.
Following are general descriptions of the major
DESCRIPTION
components used in the overhead console. See the
Two different overhead console units are available
owner’s manual in the vehicle glove box for more
factory-installed options on this model, base or pre-
information on the use and operation of the various
mium. The base overhead console unit features a
overhead console features.
garage door opener storage bin, a sunglasses storage
bin and two reading and courtesy lamps. The pre-
GARAGE DOOR OPENER STORAGE BIN
mium overhead console has all of the features of the
A compartment near the front of the overhead con-
base unit, but adds a compass mini-trip computer.
sole is designed to hold most garage door opener
See the owner’s manual in the vehicle glove box for
remote control transmitters. The transmitter is
more information on the features, use and operation
mounted within the compartment with an adhesive-
of all of the overhead console components and sys-
backed hook and loop fastener patch and, when the
tems. Refer to Overhead Console in the Contents of
compartment is closed, a push button in the center of
Wiring Diagrams for complete circuit diagrams.
the compartment door is depressed to actuate the
The premium overhead console (Fig. 1) includes
transmitter.
two front-mounted reading and courtesy lamps, a
A transmitter mounting kit including the adhesive-
garage door opener storage bin, and a sunglasses
backed hook and loop fastener material is available
storage bin. The premium overhead console includes
for service. The garage door opener storage bin door
a compass mini-trip computer. The base overhead
and the push button with three assorted length
console uses the same overhead console housing, but
adapter pegs are also available for service replace-
has a computer cover plug installed in place of the
ment.
compass mini-trip computer display module lens and
The garage door opener storage compartment door
push buttons.
is opened by pressing the integral latch towards the
The rear of the overhead console is secured to two
front of the vehicle. When the compartment door is
rear mounting holes in the inner roof panel by two
opened, the push button unit is removed from the
plastic hook formations that are integral to the over-
compartment by squeezing the latch tabs and pulling
head console housing. The front of the overhead con-
the unit downward. With the push button removed,
sole is secured to the two front mounting holes of the
the garage door opener can be installed in the com-
inner roof panel by two plastic latches that are inte-
partment using the adhesive-backed hook and loop
gral to the overhead console housing. A single electri-
fastener material provided.
cal connection joins the overhead console wire
8M - 2 MESSAGE SYSTEMS BR/BE
OVERHEAD CONSOLE (Continued)
With the transmitter mounted in the storage bin, mode, the compass will display the direction the
adapter pegs located on the garage door opener push vehicle is heading using the eight major compass
button unit are selected and mounted on one of two headings and in degrees (0 to 359 degrees). North is
posts on the back side of the push button. The com- 0 degrees, East is 90 degrees, South is 180 degrees
bination of the adapter peg length and the push but- and West is 270 degrees. It will not display the head-
ton post location must be suitable to depress the ings in minutes or seconds.
button of the transmitter when the push button in The self-calibrating compass unit requires no
the center of the garage door opener storage bin door adjusting in normal use. The compass unit will com-
is depressed. When the proper combination has been pensate for magnetism the body of the vehicle may
selected, the push button is reinstalled in the com- acquire during normal use. However, avoid placing
partment and the compartment door is closed. anything magnetic directly on the roof of the vehicle.
Magnetic mounts for an antenna, a repair order hat,
SUNGLASS STORAGE BIN or a funeral procession flag can exceed the compen
A sunglasses storage bin is included in the over- sating ability of the compass unit if placed on the
head console. The storage bin is located near the rear roof panel. If the vehicle roof should become magne-
of the overhead console and is held in the closed posi- tized, the demagnetizing and calibration procedures
tion by a latch that is integral to the storage bin found in this group may be required to restore proper
door. The interior of the bin is lined with a foam rub- compass operation.
ber padding material to protect the sunglasses from
being scratched. Dampening springs that are located THERMOMETER
on the back of the overhead console reading and The thermometer displays the outside ambient
courtesy lamp housing contact the hinges of the sun- temperature in whole degrees. The temperature dis-
glasses storage bin for a smooth opening action. play can be changed from Fahrenheit to Celsius
The sunglasses storage bin and door unit is avail- using the U.S./Metric push button. The displayed
able for service replacement. The hinge dampening temperature is not an instant reading of conditions,
springs are serviced as a unit with the overhead con- but an average temperature. It may take the ther-
sole reading and courtesy lamp housing. mometer display several minutes to respond to a
The sunglasses storage bin is opened by pressing major temperature change, such as driving out of a
the latch on the rear edge of the door towards the heated garage into winter temperatures.
front of the vehicle, then pulling the bin downward to When the ignition switch is turned to the Off posi-
the open position. The integral latch on the sun- tion, the last displayed temperature reading stays in
glasses bin door will automatically engage when the the thermometer unit memory. When the ignition
bin is closed. See the owner’s manual in the vehicle switch is turned to the On position again, the ther-
glove box for more information on the use and oper- mometer will display the memory temperature if the
ation of the sunglasses storage bin. engine coolant temperature is above about 43° C
(109° F). If the engine coolant temperature is below
COMPASS about 43° C (109° F), the thermometer will display
While in the compass/temperature mode, the com- the actual temperature sensed by the ambient tem-
pass will display the direction in which the vehicle is perature sensor. The thermometer temperature dis-
pointed using the eight major compass headings play update interval varies with the vehicle speed;
(Examples: north is N, northeast is NE), along with therefore, if the temperature reading seems inaccu-
the outside ambient temperature. When the compass rate, drive the vehicle for at least three minutes
unit is placed in the compass/compass in degrees
8M - 4 MESSAGE SYSTEMS BR/BE
OVERHEAD CONSOLE (Continued)
while maintaining a speed of 48 kilometers-per-hour NOTE: If the wrong direction is still indicated in the
(30 miles-per-hour) or higher. compass display, the area selected for calibration
The thermometer function is supported by an may be too close to a strong magnetic field. Repeat
ambient temperature sensor. The sensor is mounted the calibration procedure in another location.
outside the passenger compartment near the front
and center of the vehicle, and is hard wired to the
module. The ambient temperature sensor is available STANDARD PROCEDURE - COMPASS
as a separate service item. VARIATION ADJUSTMENT
Compass variance, also known as magnetic decli-
STANDARD PROCEDURE - COMPASS nation, is the difference in angle between magnetic
CALIBRATION north and true geographic north. In some geographic
locations, the difference between magnetic and geo-
CAUTION: Do not place any external magnets, such graphic north is great enough to cause the compass
as magnetic roof mount antennas, in the vicinity of to give false readings. If this problem occurs, the
the compass. Do not use magnetic tools when ser- compass variance must be set. There are two meth-
vicing the overhead console. ods that can be used to enter this information into
the compass mini-trip computer module. They are
The electronic compass unit features a self-cali- the zone method and the direct method.
brating design, which simplifies the calibration pro-
cedure. This feature automatically updates the ZONE METHOD
compass calibration while the vehicle is being driven. (1) Using the Variance Settings map, find your
This allows the compass unit to compensate for small geographic location and note the zone number (Fig.
changes in the residual magnetism that the vehicle 2).
may acquire during normal use. If the compass read- (2) Turn the ignition switch to the On position. If
ings appear to be erratic or out of calibration, per- the compass/temperature data is not currently being
form the following calibration procedure. Also, new displayed, momentarily depress and release the Step
service replacement compass mini-trip computer push button to step through the display options until
modules must have their compass calibrated using you have reached the compass/temperature display.
this procedure. Do not attempt to calibrate the com- (3) Depress both the U.S./Metric and the Step
pass near large metal objects such as other vehicles, push buttons at the same time and hold them down
large buildings, or bridges; or, near overhead or for more than 100 milliseconds, but not more than
underground power lines. one second. The compass mini-trip computer will
(1) Start the engine. If the compass/temperature enter the variation adjustment mode and “VAR”
data is not currently being displayed, momentarily along with the current variance zone will appear in
depress and release the Step push button to step the display.
through the display options until you have reached (4) Momentarily depress and release the Step push
the compass/temperature display. button to step through the zone numbers, until the
(2) Depress both the U.S./Metric and the Step zone number for your geographic location appears in
push buttons at the same time for more than six sec- the display.
onds, until “CAL” appears in the display, then release (5) After five seconds, the displayed zone will auto-
both push buttons. The “CAL” in the display indi- matically be set in the compass mini-trip computer
cates that the compass is in the calibration mode. module memory and normal operation will resume.
(3) Drive the vehicle on a level surface, at least (6) Confirm that the correct directions are now
fifty feet away from large metal objects and power indicated by the compass.
lines, in all four compass directions, such as driving
around a city block several times or driving in two to DIRECT METHOD
three complete circles at a slow to medium speed. (1) Turn the vehicle so it is headed in either the
(4) When the calibration is successfully completed, north or south direction. The vehicle must be headed
“CAL” will disappear from the display and normal within 45 degrees of north or south for this procedure
compass mini-trip computer operation will resume. to work. The vehicle may be moving or stationary.
(2) Turn the ignition switch to the On position. If
NOTE: If the “CAL” message remains in the display, the compass/temperature data is not currently being
either there is excessive magnetism near the com- displayed, momentarily depress and release the Step
pass, or the unit is faulty. Repeat the calibration push button to step through the display options until
procedure at least one more time. you have reached the compass/temperature display.
BR/BE MESSAGE SYSTEMS 8M - 5
OVERHEAD CONSOLE (Continued)
(6) From the face side of the overhead console OVERHEAD CONSOLE ASSEMBLY
housing, remove the garage door opener storage bin
door from the storage bin. GARAGE DOOR OPENER STORAGE BIN
(1) From the face side of the overhead console
SUNGLASS STORAGE BIN REMOVAL housing, position the garage door opener storage bin
(1) Remove the overhead console from the head- door pivot arms through the openings in the front of
liner. Refer to Overhead Console in the Removal the storage bin.
and Installation section of this group for the proce- (2) From the back side of the of the overhead con-
dures. sole housing, align one of the pivot pins of the garage
(2) Remove the four screws that secure the reading door opener storage bin door with the pivot latch
and courtesy lamp housing to the back side of the integral to the overhead console housing. Press the
overhead console housing. Move the lamp housing pivot arm forward until the pivot pin is engaged in
8M - 8 MESSAGE SYSTEMS BR/BE
OVERHEAD CONSOLE (Continued)
the latch. Repeat this step to engage the second pivot snap features of the cover plug are fully engaged in
pin with its pivot latch. the overhead console housing.
(3) Close the garage door opener storage bin door. (5) If the vehicle is so equipped, install the com-
(4) If the vehicle is so equipped, position the com- pass mini-trip computer module onto the overhead
pass mini-trip computer module to the back side of console. Refer to Compass Mini-Trip Computer in
the overhead console housing. Install and tighten the the Removal and Installation section of this group for
three screws that secure the module to the housing. the procedures.
Tighten the screws to 2.2 N·m (20 in. lbs.). (6) Install the overhead console onto the headliner.
(5) Install the overhead console onto the headliner. Refer to Overhead Console in the Removal and
Refer to Overhead Console in the Removal and Installation section of this group for the procedures.
Installation section of this group for the procedures.
INSTALLATION
SUNGLASS STORAGE BIN (1) Position the overhead console near the mount-
(1) From the face side of the overhead console ing location on the headliner in the vehicle.
housing, position the sunglasses storage bin pivot (2) Reconnect the roof wire harness connector to
arms through the openings in the front of the storage the overhead console wire harness connector.
bin housing in the overhead console. (3) Engage the two mounting hooks on the rear of
(2) From the back side of the of the overhead con- the overhead console housing in the mounting holes
sole housing, align one of the pivot pins of the sun- in the inner roof panel.
glasses storage bin with the pivot latch integral to (4) Slide the overhead console forward far enough
the overhead console housing. Press the pivot arm to align the two latches on the front of the housing
forward until the pivot pin is engaged in the latch. with their receptacles in the inner roof panel.
Repeat this step to engage the second pivot pin with (5) Push upward firmly and evenly on the front of
its pivot latch. the overhead console until each of the two latches is
(3) Close the sunglasses storage bin. fully engaged in its receptacle in the inner roof panel.
(4) Position the reading and courtesy lamp housing (6) Close the garage door opener storage bin door.
to the back side of the overhead console housing. (7) Reconnect the battery negative cable.
Install and tighten the four screws that secure the
lamp housing to the back of the overhead console
housing. Tighten the screws to 2.2 N·m (20 in. lbs.). SPECIAL TOOLS
(5) Install the overhead console onto the headliner.
Refer to Overhead Console in the Removal and OVERHEAD CONSOLE SYSTEMS
Installation section of this group for the procedures.
DIAGNOSIS & TESTING - COMPASS MINI-TRIP (7) Turn the ignition switch to the On position.
Check for battery voltage at the fused ignition switch
COMPUTER
output (run/start) circuit cavity of the roof wire har-
If the problem with the compass mini-trip com-
ness connector for the overhead console. If OK, refer
puter module is an inoperative security indicator
to Self-Diagnostic Test in the Diagnosis and Test-
lamp, refer to Security Indicator Lamp in Vehicle
ing section of this group for further diagnosis of the
Theft/Security Systems. If the problem with the com-
compass mini-trip computer module and the CCD
pass mini-trip computer module is an “OC” or “SC” in
data bus. If not OK, repair the open fused ignition
the compass/thermometer display, refer to Ambient
switch output (run/start) circuit to the junction block
Temperature Sensor in the Diagnosis and Testing
fuse as required.
section of this group. If the problem with the com-
pass mini-trip computer module is an inaccurate or
SELF-DIAGNOSTIC TEST
scrambled display, refer to Self-Diagnostic Test in
A self-diagnostic test is used to determine that the
the Diagnosis and Testing section of this group. If the
compass mini-trip computer module is operating
problem with the compass mini-trip computer module
properly electrically. Initiate the self-diagnostic test
is incorrect Vacuum Fluorescent Display (VFD) dim-
as follows:
ming levels, use a DRBt scan tool and the proper
(1) With the ignition switch in the Off position,
Diagnostic Procedures manual to test for the correct
simultaneously depress and hold the Step button and
dimming message inputs being received from the
the U.S./Metric button.
instrument cluster over the Chrysler Collision Detec-
(2) Turn the ignition switch to the On position.
tion (CCD) data bus. If the problem is a no-display
(3) Continue to hold both buttons depressed until
condition, use the following procedures. For complete
the compass mini-trip computer module enters the
circuit diagrams, refer to Overhead Console in the
display segment test. In this test, all of the Vacuum
Contents of Wiring Diagrams.
Fluorescent Display (VFD) segments are lighted
(1) Check the fused B(+) fuse in the junction block.
while the compass mini-trip computer module per-
If OK, go to Step 2. If not OK, repair the shorted cir-
forms the following checks:
cuit or component as required and replace the faulty
• Microprocessor RAM read/write test
fuse.
• Non-volatile memory read/write test
(2) Check for battery voltage at the fused B(+) fuse
• Microprocessor ROM verification test
in the junction block. If OK, go to Step 3. If not OK,
• CCD communications test.
repair the open fused B(+) circuit to the battery as
(4) Following completion of these tests, the com-
required.
pass mini-trip computer will display one of three
(3) Check the fused ignition switch output (run/
messages: “PASS,” “FAIL,” or “CCd.” Respond to the
start) fuse in the junction block. If OK, go to Step 4.
respective test results as follows:
If not OK, repair the shorted circuit or component as
• If the “PASS” message is displayed, but compass
required and replace the faulty fuse.
mini-trip computer operation is still improper, the
(4) Turn the ignition switch to the On position.
use of a DRB scan tool and the proper Diagnostic
Check for battery voltage at the fused ignition switch
Procedures manual are required for further diagno-
output (run/start) fuse in the junction block. If OK,
sis.
go to Step 5. If not OK, repair the open fused ignition
• If the “FAIL” message is displayed, the compass
switch output (run/start) circuit to the ignition switch
mini-trip computer module is faulty and must be
as required.
replaced.
(5) Turn the ignition switch to the Off position.
• If the “CCd” message is displayed, the use of a
Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
DRBt scan tool and the proper Diagnostic Proce-
Remove the overhead console. Check for continuity
dures manual are required for further diagnosis.
between the ground circuit cavities of the roof wire
• If any VFD segment should fail to light during
harness connector for the overhead console and a
the display segment test, the compass mini-trip com-
good ground. There should be continuity. If OK, go to
puter module is faulty and must be replaced.
Step 6. If not OK, repair the open ground circuit to
(5) If all tests are passed, or if the ignition switch
ground as required.
is turned to the Off position, the compass mini-trip
(6) Connect the battery negative cable. Check for
computer module will automatically return to normal
battery voltage at the fused B(+) circuit cavity of the
operation.
roof wire harness connector for the overhead console.
If OK, go to Step 7. If not OK, repair the open fused
B(+) circuit to the junction block fuse as required.
BR/BE MESSAGE SYSTEMS 8M - 11
COMPASS/MINI-TRIP COMPUTER (Continued)
NOTE: If the compass functions, but accuracy is INSTALLATION
suspect, it may be necessary to perform a variation (1) Position the compass mini-trip computer mod-
adjustment. This procedure allows the compass ule onto the overhead console housing.
unit to accommodate variations in the earth’s mag- (2) Reconnect the overhead console wire harness
netic field strength, based on geographic location. connector to the compass mini-trip computer module
Refer to Compass Variation Adjustment in the Ser- connector receptacle.
vice Procedures section of this group. (3) Install and tighten the three screws that secure
the compass mini-trip computer module to the over-
head console housing. Tighten the screws to 2.2 N·m
NOTE: If the compass reading has blanked out, and
(20 in. lbs.).
only “CAL” appears in the display, demagnetizing
(4) Install the overhead console onto the headliner.
may be necessary to remove excessive residual
Refer to Overhead Console in the Removal and
magnetic fields from the vehicle. Refer to Compass
Installation section of this group for the procedures.
Demagnetizing in the Service Procedures section of
(5) Reconnect the battery negative cable.
this group.
NOTE: If a new compass mini-trip computer has
been installed, the compass will have to be cali-
REMOVAL
brated and the variance set. Refer to Compass Vari-
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
ation Adjustment and Compass Calibration in the
cable.
Service Procedures section of this group for the
(2) Remove the overhead console from the head-
procedures.
liner. Refer to Overhead Console in the Removal
and Installation section of this group for the proce-
dures.
(3) Remove the three screws that secure the com- AMBIENT TEMP SENSOR
pass mini-trip computer module to the overhead con-
sole housing (Fig. 7). DESCRIPTION
Ambient air temperature is monitored by the com-
pass mini-trip computer module through the ambient
temperature sensor. The ambient temperature sensor
is a variable resistor mounted to a bracket that is
secured with a screw to the underside of the hood
panel near the hood latch striker in the engine com-
partment.
For complete circuit diagrams, refer to Overhead
Console in the Contents of Wiring Diagrams. The
ambient temperature sensor cannot be adjusted or
repaired and, if faulty or damaged, it must be
replaced.
DIAGNOSIS & TESTING - AMBIENT (4) Remove the jumper wire from the body half of
the ambient temperature sensor wire harness con-
TEMPERATURE SENSOR
nector. Check for continuity between the sensor
The thermometer function is supported by the
return circuit cavity of the roof wire harness over-
ambient temperature sensor, a wiring circuit, and a
head console connector and a good ground. There
portion of the compass mini-trip computer module. If
should be no continuity. If OK, go to Step 5. If not
any portion of the ambient temperature sensor cir-
OK, repair the shorted sensor return circuit as
cuit fails, the compass/thermometer display function
required.
will self-diagnose the circuit. If 55° C (131° F)
(5) Check for continuity between the ambient tem-
appears in the display, the sensor is being exposed to
perature sensor signal circuit cavity of the roof wire
temperatures above 55° C (131° F), or the sensor cir-
harness overhead console connector and a good
cuit is shorted. If –40° C (–40° F) appears in the dis-
ground. There should be no continuity. If OK, refer to
play, the sensor is being exposed to temperatures
Compass Mini-Trip Computer in the Diagnosis
below –40° C (–40° F), or the sensor circuit is open.
and Testing section of this group. If not OK, repair
The ambient temperature sensor circuit can also be
the shorted ambient temperature sensor signal cir-
diagnosed using the following Sensor Test, and Sen-
cuit as required.
sor Circuit Test. If the temperature sensor and cir-
cuit are confirmed to be OK, but the temperature
display is inoperative or incorrect, refer to Compass
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
Mini-Trip Computer in the Diagnosis and Testing
cable.
section of this group. For complete circuit diagrams,
(2) Locate the ambient temperature sensor, on the
refer to Overhead Console in the Contents of Wir-
underside of the hood near the hood latch striker
ing Diagrams.
(Fig. 8).
SENSOR TEST
(1) Turn the ignition switch to the Off position.
Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
Disconnect the ambient temperature sensor wire har-
ness connector.
(2) Measure the resistance of the ambient temper-
ature sensor. At –40° C (–40° F), the sensor resis-
tance is 336 kilohms. At 55° C (131° F), the sensor
resistance is 2.488 kilohms. The sensor resistance
should read between these two values. If OK, refer to
Sensor Circuit Test in the Diagnosis and Testing
section of this group. If not OK, replace the faulty
ambient temperature sensor.
POWER SYSTEMS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
POWER LOCKS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
POWER LOCKS the CTM based upon the CTM programming and
electronic message inputs received from other elec-
tronic modules in the vehicle over the Chrysler Col-
DESCRIPTION - POWER LOCK SYSTEM
lision Detection (CCD) data bus network, Radio
Two different power lock systems are offered as
Frequency (RF) inputs received from the RKE trans-
optional factory-installed equipment on this model.
mitters, as well as many hard wired inputs.
Both power lock systems are offered only on models
Both versions of the power lock system include the
that are also equipped with power windows. On mod-
following major components, which are described in
els without the optional Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
further detail elsewhere in this service manual:
system, a base version of the Central Timer Module
• Power Lock Motors - A reversible electric
(CTM) is used. In this version of the power lock sys-
motor integral to the door latch of each front door
tem, the power lock switches provide the only control
locks or unlocks the front door latch when provided
over the operation of the power lock motors. On mod-
with the appropriate electrical inputs.
els with the optional RKE system, a high-line or pre-
• Power Lock Switches - A power lock switch
mium version of the CTM is used to provide many
integral to the power window/lock switch unit located
electronic features and conveniences that are not pos-
near the forward end of the arm rest on each front
sible with the base version CTM. In this power lock
door trim panel allows the power door lock system to
system, the power lock motors are controlled by the
be operated by either the driver or the front seat pas-
microprocessor-based high-line or premium version of
senger.
8N - 2 POWER LOCKS BR/BE
POWER LOCKS (Continued)
On those models equipped with the optional RKE hardware components are damaged or faulty, the
system, the power lock system also includes the fol- entire CTM unit must be replaced. The power lock
lowing components, which are described in further system components and the hard wired inputs or out-
detail elsewhere in this service manual: puts of the CTM can be diagnosed using conventional
• Central Timer Module - The high-line or pre- diagnostic tools and methods; however, for diagnosis
mium Central Timer Module (CTM) is located under of the high-line or premium versions of the CTM or
the driver side end of the instrument panel, inboard the CCD data bus, the use of a DRBIIIt scan tool is
of the instrument panel steering column opening. required. Refer to the appropriate diagnostic infor-
The high-line or premium CTM contains a micropro- mation.
cessor and software that allow it to provide the many
electronic functions and features not available with DESCRIPTION - REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY
base version of the power lock system. SYSTEM
• Door Cylinder Lock Switches - A resistor- A Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system is an avail-
multiplexed switch located on the back of each front able option on this model. The Remote Keyless Entry
door lock cylinder allows the power door lock system (RKE) system is a Radio Frequency (RF) system that
to be operated using a key inserted in either the allows the remote operation of the power lock system
driver or passenger front door lock cylinder. and, if the vehicle is so equipped, the Vehicle Theft
Some of the additional features of the power lock Security System (VTSS). (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
system found in vehicles with the RKE system option VEHICLE THEFT SECURITY - DESCRIPTION).
include: The RKE system includes the following major compo-
• Automatic Door Lock - The high-line/premium nents, which are described in further detail else-
CTM provides an optional automatic door lock fea- where in this service manual:
ture (also known as rolling door locks). This is a pro- • Central Timer Module - The high-line or pre-
grammable feature. mium Central Timer Module (CTM) is located under
• Central Locking - The high-line/premium CTM the driver side end of the instrument panel, inboard
provides an optional central locking/unlocking fea- of the instrument panel steering column opening.
ture. The high-line or premium CTM contains a micropro-
• Door Lock Inhibit - The high-line/premium cessor, an RF receiver, and the software that allow it
CTM provides a door lock inhibit feature. to provide the many electronic functions and features
• Enhanced Accident Response - The high-line/ of the RKE system.
premium CTM provides an optional enhanced acci- • Keyless Entry Transmitter - The keyless
dent response feature. This is a programmable entry transmitter is a small, battery-powered, RF
feature. transmitter that is contained within a molded plastic
Hard wired circuitry connects the power lock sys- case that is designed to also serve as a convenient
tem components to the electrical system of the vehi- key fob.
cle. These hard wired circuits are integral to several Some additional features of the RKE system
wire harnesses, which are routed throughout the include:
vehicle and retained by many different methods. • Horn Chirp - This feature provides a short,
These circuits may be connected to each other, to the sharp chirp of the vehicle horn to give an audible
vehicle electrical system and to the power lock sys- confirmation that a valid Lock signal has been
tem components through the use of a combination of received from the RKE transmitter. This feature can
soldered splices, splice block connectors, and many be enabled or disabled and, if enabled, one of two
different types of wire harness terminal connectors optional horn chirp durations (twenty or forty milli-
and insulators. Refer to the appropriate wiring infor- seconds) can also be selected.
mation. The wiring information includes wiring dia- • Illuminated Entry - This feature turns on the
grams, proper wire and connector repair procedures, courtesy lamps in the vehicle for a timed interval
further details on wire harness routing and reten- (about thirty seconds) each time a valid Unlock sig-
tion, as well as pin-out and location views for the nal has been received from the RKE transmitter.
various wire harness connectors, splices and grounds. • Panic Mode - This feature allows the vehicle
Many of the electronic features in the vehicle con- operator to cause the vehicle horn to pulse, the head-
trolled or supported by the high-line or premium ver- lights to flash, and the courtesy lamps to illuminate
sions of the CTM are programmable using the for about three minutes by depressing a Panic button
DRBIIIt scan tool. In addition, the high-line/pre- on the RKE transmitter. Pressing the Panic button a
mium CTM software is Flash compatible, which second time will cancel the Panic mode. A vehicle
means it can be reprogrammed using Flash repro- speed of about 24 kilometers-per-hour (15 miles-per-
gramming procedures. However, if any of the CTM hour) will also cancel the panic mode.
BR/BE POWER LOCKS 8N - 3
POWER LOCKS (Continued)
OPERATION - POWER LOCK SYSTEM speed messages from the PCM in order to provide
All versions of the power lock system allow both this feature. If the airbag has been deployed and the
doors to be locked or unlocked electrically by operat- vehicle has stopped moving, the CTM will automati-
ing the power lock switch on either front door trim cally unlock the doors, prevent the doors from being
panel. On vehicles that are also equipped with the locked, and turn on the courtesy lamps inside the
optional Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system, both vehicle. Of course, these responses are dependent
doors may also be locked or unlocked using a key in upon a functional battery and electrical circuitry fol-
either front door lock cylinder, or by using the RKE lowing the impact.
transmitter. On vehicles with the RKE system, if cer- All versions of the power lock system operate on
tain features have been electronically enabled, the battery current received through a fused B(+) circuit
locks may also be operated automatically by the from a fuse in the Junction Block (JB) so that the
high-line or premium Central Timer Module (CTM) system remains functional, regardless of the ignition
based upon various other inputs. Those features and switch position. Also, in both versions of the power
their inputs are: lock system, each power lock switch receives battery
• Automatic Door Lock - If enabled, the high- current independent of the other. In vehicles with the
line/premium CTM will automatically lock the doors base version of the power lock system, the driver side
when it receives a message from the Powertrain Con- power lock switch receives ground through the body
trol Module (PCM) indicating that the vehicle speed wire harness. A single wire take out of the body wire
is about 24 kilometers-per-hour (15 miles-per-hour) harness with an eyelet terminal connector is secured
or greater. The CTM also monitors the door ajar by a ground screw to the lower left B-pillar (regular
switches, and will not activate the automatic door cab, extended cab) or lower left quarter inner panel
lock feature until both doors have been closed for at (quad cab). The passenger side power lock switch
least five seconds. If this feature is enabled and a receives ground through the driver side power lock
door is opened after the vehicle is moving, the CTM switch in the base version of the power lock system.
will also lock the doors five seconds after both doors The base version power lock switches direct the
are closed. appropriate battery current and ground feeds to the
• Central Locking - Vehicles equipped with a power lock motors. In the power lock system for vehi-
high-line/premium CTM also have a resistor-multi- cles with the RKE system, the power lock switches
plexed door cylinder lock switch mounted to the back direct a battery current Lock or Unlock request sig-
of the door lock cylinder within each front door. The nal to the high-line or premium CTM, and the CTM
CTM continually monitors the input from these energizes internal relays to direct the appropriate
switches to provide the central locking/unlocking fea- battery current and ground feeds to the power lock
ture. The CTM will automatically lock or unlock both motors.
front doors when either front door is locked or
unlocked using a key. OPERATION - REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY
• Door Lock Inhibit - The high-line/premium SYSTEM
CTM receives inputs from the key-in ignition switch, On vehicles with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
the headlamp switch, and the door ajar switches. The system, the power locks can be operated remotely
logic within the CTM allows it to monitor these using the RKE transmitter. If the vehicle is so
inputs to provide a door lock inhibit feature. The equipped, the RKE transmitter also arms and dis-
door lock inhibit feature prevents the power lock sys- arms the factory-installed Vehicle Theft Security Sys-
tem from being energized with a power lock switch tem (VTSS). Three small, recessed buttons on the
input if the driver door is open with the headlamps outside of the transmitter case labelled Lock, Unlock,
on or the key still in the ignition switch. However, and Panic allow the user to choose the function that
the locks can still be operated with the manual door is desired. The RKE transmitter then sends the
lock button or with a key in the door lock cylinder, appropriate Radio Frequency (RF) signal. An RF
and the power locks will still operate using the RKE receiver that is integral to the high-line or premium
transmitter while the driver door is open with the version of the Central Timer Module (CTM) receives
headlamps on or a key in the ignition. the transmitted signal, then uses its internal elec-
• Enhanced Accident Response - If enabled, tronic programming to determine whether the
the high-line/premium CTM provides an enhanced received signal is valid and what function has been
accident response feature. This feature uses elec- requested. If the signal is valid, the CTM provides
tronic message inputs received by the CTM from the the programmed features.
Airbag Control Module (ACM) to determine when an Besides operating the power lock system and arm-
airbag has been deployed. The CTM also monitors ing or disarming the VTSS, the RKE system also
the state of the power lock system and the vehicle controls the following features:
8N - 4 POWER LOCKS BR/BE
POWER LOCKS (Continued)
• Horn Chirp - If this feature is enabled, the appropriate wiring information. The wiring informa-
CTM provides a horn chirp by internally pulling the tion includes wiring diagrams, proper wire and con-
control coil of the horn relay to ground through a nector repair procedures, details of wire harness
hard wired circuit output. routing and retention, connector pin-out information
• Illuminated Entry - The CTM provides illumi- and location views for the various wire harness con-
nated entry by internally controlling the current flow nectors, splices and grounds.
to the courtesy lamps in the vehicle through a hard
wired output circuit. PRELIMINARY TESTS
• Panic Mode - The CTM provides the horn pulse To begin this test, note the system operation while
and headlight flash by internally pulling the control you actuate both the Lock and Unlock functions with
coils of the horn relay and headlamp relay to ground the power lock switches. Then, proceed as follows:
through hard wired circuit outputs. The CTM con- • If the entire power lock system fails to function
trols the current flow to the courtesy lamps in the with both of the power lock switches, check the fused
vehicle through a hard wired output circuit. The B(+) fuse in the Junction Block (JB). If the fuse is
CTM also monitors the vehicle speed through elec- OK, check the ground circuit between the driver side
tronic messages it receives from the Powertrain Con- power lock switch and ground (G301). If the ground
trol Module (PCM) over the Chrysler Collision circuit is OK, proceed to the diagnosis of the power
Detection (CCD) data bus network. lock motors. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/POWER
The RKE system operates on battery current received LOCKS/POWER LOCK MOTOR - DIAGNOSIS AND
through a fused B(+) circuit from a fuse in the Junction TESTING).
Block (JB) so that the system remains functional, • If the entire power lock system fails to function
regardless of the ignition switch position. The RKE sys- with only one of the power lock switches, proceed to
tem can retain the vehicle access codes of up to four diagnosis of the power lock switches. (Refer to 8 -
RKE transmitters. The transmitter codes are retained ELECTRICAL/POWER LOCKS/POWER LOCK
in RKE system memory, even if the battery is discon- SWITCH - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING).
nected. If a transmitter is faulty or is lost, new trans- • If only one power lock motor fails to operate
mitter vehicle access codes can be programmed into the with both power lock switches, proceed to diagnosis
system using a DRBIIIt scan tool. Refer to the appro- of the power lock motor. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
priate diagnostic information. Many of the electronic POWER LOCKS/POWER LOCK MOTOR - DIAGNO-
features in the vehicle controlled or supported by the SIS AND TESTING).
high-line or premium versions of the CTM are program-
mable using the DRBIIIt scan tool. In addition, the DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - POWER LOCK &
high-line/premium CTM software is Flash compatible, REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM
which means it can be reprogrammed using Flash The following tests include a preliminary diagnosis
reprogramming procedures. However, if any of the CTM for the power lock system used only on vehicles
hardware components are damaged or faulty, the entire equipped with the optional Remote Keyless Entry
CTM unit must be replaced. The hard wired inputs or (RKE) system, which includes a high-line or premium
outputs of the CTM can be diagnosed using conven- Central Timer Module (CTM). These tests do not
tional diagnostic tools and methods; however, for diag- apply to the diagnosis of the power lock system on
nosis of the high-line or premium versions of the CTM vehicles equipped with a base version of the CTM.
or the CCD data bus, the use of a DRBIIIt scan tool is (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/POWER LOCKS - DIAG-
required. Refer to the appropriate diagnostic informa- NOSIS AND TESTING - POWER LOCK SYSTEM).
tion. These tests will help to diagnose the hard wired
components and circuits of the power lock system.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - POWER LOCK However, these tests may not prove conclusive in the
SYSTEM diagnosis of this system. In order to obtain conclusive
The following tests provide a preliminary diagnosis testing of the power lock and RKE system, the
for the power lock system used only on vehicles Chrysler Collision Detection (CCD) data bus network
equipped with a base version of the Central Timer and all of the electronic modules that provide inputs
Module (CTM). These tests do not apply to the diag- to, or receive outputs from the power lock and RKE
nosis of the power lock system used on vehicles system components must be checked.
equipped with the optional Remote Keyless Entry The most reliable, efficient, and accurate means to
(RKE) system, which includes a high-line or premium diagnose the power lock and RKE system requires the
CTM. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/POWER LOCKS - use of a DRBIIIt scan tool. The DRBIIIt scan tool can
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - POWER LOCK & provide confirmation that the CCD data bus is func-
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM). Refer to the tional, that all of the electronic modules are sending
BR/BE POWER LOCKS 8N - 5
POWER LOCKS (Continued)
and receiving the proper messages on the CCD data DOOR CYLINDER LOCK
bus, that the CTM is receiving the proper hard wired
inputs, and that the power lock motors are being sent SWITCH
the proper hard wired outputs by the CTM.
Refer to the appropriate wiring information. The DESCRIPTION
wiring information includes wiring diagrams, proper A door cylinder lock switch is snapped onto the
wire and connector repair procedures, details of wire back of the key lock cylinder inside each front door of
harness routing and retention, connector pin-out vehicles equipped with a high-line or premium Cen-
information and location views for the various wire tral Timer Module (CTM). The door cylinder lock
harness connectors, splices and grounds. switch is a resistor multiplexed momentary switch
that is hard wired in series between a body ground
PRELIMINARY TESTS and the CTM through the front door wire harness.
To begin this test, note the system operation while The door cylinder lock switches are driven by the key
you actuate both the Lock and Unlock functions with lock cylinders and contain three internal resistors.
the power lock switches, the door cylinder lock switches, One resistor is used for the neutral switch position,
and the RKE transmitter. Then, proceed as follows: one for the Lock position, and one for the Unlock
• If the entire power lock system fails to function position.
with the power lock switches, the door cylinder lock The door cylinder lock switches cannot be adjusted
switches, or the RKE transmitter, check the fused or repaired and, if faulty or damaged, they must be
B(+) fuse in the Junction Block (JB). If the fuse is replaced.
OK, proceed to the diagnosis of the power lock
motors. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/POWER LOCKS/ OPERATION
POWER LOCK MOTOR - DIAGNOSIS AND TEST- The door cylinder lock switches are actuated by the
ING). key lock cylinder when the key is inserted in the lock
• If the power lock system functions with both cylinder and turned to the lock or unlock positions.
power lock switches, and both door cylinder lock The door cylinder lock switch closes a path to ground
switches, but not with the RKE transmitter, proceed through one of three internal resistors for the Cen-
to the diagnosis of the transmitter. (Refer to 8 - tral Timer Module (CTM) when the front door key
ELECTRICAL/POWER LOCKS/REMOTE KEYLESS lock cylinder is in the Lock, Unlock, or Neutral posi-
ENTRY TRANSMITTER - DIAGNOSIS AND TEST- tions. The CTM reads the switch status through an
ING). internal pull-up, then uses this information as an
• If the entire power lock system functions with the input for both power lock system and Vehicle Theft
RKE transmitter, and both door cylinder lock switches, Security System (VTSS) operation.
but not with one or both of the power lock switches, pro- The door cylinder lock switches and circuits can be
ceed to diagnosis of the power lock switches. (Refer to 8 diagnosed using conventional diagnostic tools and
- ELECTRICAL/POWER LOCKS/POWER LOCK methods.
SWITCH - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING).
• If the entire power lock system functions with DIAGNOSIS & TESTING - DOOR CYLINDER
the RKE transmitter, and both power lock switches, LOCK SWITCH
but not with one or both of the door cylinder lock Refer to the appropriate wiring information. The
switches, proceed to diagnosis of the door cylinder wiring information includes wiring diagrams, proper
lock switches. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/POWER wire and connector repair procedures, details of wire
LOCKS/DOOR CYLINDER LOCK SWITCH - DIAG- harness routing and retention, connector pin-out
NOSIS AND TESTING). information and location views for the various wire
• If one power lock motor fails to operate with harness connectors, splices and grounds.
both of the power lock switches, both of the door cyl- (1) Disconnect the door cylinder lock switch pigtail
inder lock switches and/or the RKE transmitter, pro- wire connector from the door wire harness connector.
ceed to diagnosis of the power lock motor. (Refer to 8 (2) Using an ohmmeter, perform the switch resis-
- ELECTRICAL/POWER LOCKS/POWER LOCK tance checks between the two cavities of the door cyl-
MOTOR - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING). inder lock switch pigtail wire connector. Actuate the
If the problem being diagnosed is related to one or switch by rotating the key in the door lock cylinder
more of the electronic features (automatic locks, door to test for the proper resistance values in each of the
lock inhibit, enhanced accident response, illuminated three switch positions, as shown in the Door Cylinder
entry, panic mode, or RKE horn chirp), further diag- Lock Switch chart.
nosis should be performed using a DRBIIIt scan tool.
Refer to the appropriate diagnostic information.
8N - 6 POWER LOCKS BR/BE
DOOR CYLINDER LOCK SWITCH (Continued)
DOOR CYLINDER LOCK SWITCH (6) Disengage the retainers that secure the door
cylinder lock switch pigtail wire harness to the inner
Switch Position door panel.
Resistance
Driver Side Passenger Side (7) Remove the door cylinder lock switch from the
Neutral Neutral 12 Kilohms door.
Lock (Counter
Lock (Clockwise)
Clockwise)
644 Ohms INSTALLATION
(1) Position the door cylinder lock switch into the
Unlock (Counter Unlock door (Fig. 1).
1565 Ohms
Clockwise) (Clockwise) (2) Engage the retainers that secure the door cyl-
inder lock switch pigtail wire harness to the inner
(3) If a door cylinder lock switch fails any of the
door panel.
resistance tests, replace the faulty switch as required.
(3) Reconnect the door cylinder lock switch pigtail
wire connector to the door wire harness connector.
REMOVAL (4) Reinstall the door cylinder lock switch onto the
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
back of the lock cylinder.
cable.
(5) Reinstall the door outside latch handle mount-
(2) Remove the door outside latch handle mount-
ing hardware and linkage on the inside of the door.
ing hardware and linkage from the inside of the door.
(Refer to 23 - BODY/DOOR - FRONT/EXTERIOR
(Refer to 23 - BODY/DOOR - FRONT/EXTERIOR
HANDLE - INSTALLATION).
HANDLE - REMOVAL).
(6) Reconnect the battery negative cable.
(3) From the outside of the door, pull the door out-
side latch handle out from the door far enough to
access the door cylinder lock switch (Fig. 1). POWER LOCK MOTOR
DESCRIPTION
Models equipped with the optional power lock sys-
tem have a power operated door locking mechanism
located within each front door. The lock mechanisms
are actuated by a reversible electric power lock motor
that is integral to the door latch unit within each
front door. A single short pigtail wire with a molded
plastic connector insulator connects the door lock
motor to the vehicle electrical system through a take
out and connector of each front door wire harness.
The power lock motors cannot be adjusted or
repaired and, if faulty or damaged, the entire door
latch unit must be replaced.
OPERATION
On models with a base version of the Central
Timer Module (CTM), the power lock motor is con-
trolled by the battery and ground feeds from the
power lock switches. On models with the high-line or
premium versions of the CTM, the power lock motor
Fig. 1 Door Cylinder Lock Switch is controlled by the battery and ground feeds from
1 - DOOR OUTSIDE LATCH HANDLE the power lock and unlock relays, which are integral
2 - DOOR and internal to the high-line and premium versions
3 - DOOR CYLINDER LOCK SWITCH of the CTM. A positive and negative battery connec-
4 - CONNECTOR tion to the two motor terminals will cause the power
5 - RETAINERS lock motor plunger to move in one direction. Revers-
ing the current through these same two connections
(4) Disengage the door cylinder lock switch from will cause the power lock motor plunger to move in
the back of the lock cylinder. the opposite direction.
(5) Disconnect the door cylinder lock switch pigtail The power lock motors and circuits can be tested
wire connector from the door wire harness connector. using conventional diagnostic tools and methods.
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POWER LOCK MOTOR (Continued)
POWER MIRRORS
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OPERATION
The ambient photocell sensor is located on the for-
ward-facing (windshield side) of the rear view mirror
housing, and detects the ambient light levels outside
of the vehicle. The headlamp photocell sensor is
located inside the rear view mirror housing behind
the mirror glass and faces rearward, to detect the
level of the light being received at the rear window
side of the mirror. When the circuitry of the auto-
matic day/night mirror detects that the difference
between the two light levels is too great (the light
level received at the rear of the mirror is much
higher than that at the front of the mirror), it begins
to darken the mirror.
The automatic day/night mirror circuitry also mon-
itors the transmission using an input from the
backup lamp circuit. The mirror circuitry is pro- Fig. 1 Automatic Day/Night Mirror
grammed to automatically disable its self-dimming nuity. If OK, go to Step 5. If not OK, repair the cir-
feature whenever it senses that the transmission cuit to ground as required.
backup lamp circuit is energized. (5) Connect the battery negative cable. Turn the
The automatic day/night mirror is a completely ignition switch to the On position. Set the parking
self-contained unit and cannot be repaired. If faulty brake. Place the transmission gear selector lever in
or damaged, the entire mirror assembly must be the Reverse position. Check for battery voltage at the
replaced. backup lamp switch output circuit cavity of the auto-
matic day/night mirror wire harness connector. If
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - AUTOMATIC OK, go to Step 6. If not OK, repair the open circuit
DAY/NIGHT MIRROR as required.
For circuit descriptions and diagrams, refer to the (6) Turn the ignition switch to the Off position.
appropriate wiring information. The wiring informa- Disconnect the battery negative cable. Plug in the
tion includes wiring diagrams, proper wire and con- automatic day/night mirror wire harness connector.
nector repair procedures, details of wire harness Connect the battery negative cable. Turn the ignition
routing and retention, connector pin-out information switch to the On position. Place the transmission
and location views for the various wire harness con- gear selector lever in the Neutral position. Place the
nectors, splices and grounds. mirror switch in the On (LED in the mirror switch is
(1) Check the fuse in the junction block. If OK, go lighted) position. Cover the forward facing ambient
to Step 2. If not OK, repair the shorted circuit or photocell sensor to keep out any ambient light.
component as required replace the faulty fuse.
(2) Turn the ignition switch to the On position. NOTE: The ambient photocell sensor must be cov-
Check for battery voltage at the fuse in the junction ered completely, so that no light reaches the sen-
block. If OK, go to Step 3. If not OK, repair the open sor. Use a finger pressed tightly against the sensor,
circuit to the ignition switch as required. or cover the sensor completely with electrical tape.
(3) Turn the ignition switch to the Off position. (7) Shine a light into the rearward facing head-
Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable. lamp photocell sensor. The mirror glass should
Unplug the wire harness connector from the auto- darken. If OK, go to Step 8. If not OK, replace the
matic day/night mirror (Fig. 1). Connect the battery faulty automatic day/night mirror unit.
negative cable. Turn the ignition switch to the On (8) With the mirror glass darkened, place the
position. Check for battery voltage at the fused igni- transmission gear selector lever in the Reverse posi-
tion switch output (run/start) circuit cavity of the tion. The mirror should return to its normal reflec-
automatic day/night mirror wire harness connector. If tance. If not OK, replace the faulty automatic day/
OK, go to Step 4. If not OK, repair the open circuit to night mirror unit.
the junction block as required.
(4) Turn the ignition switch to the Off position.
Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
Check for continuity between the ground circuit cav-
ity of the automatic day/night mirror wire harness
connector and a good ground. There should be conti-
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AUTOMATIC DAY / NIGHT MIRROR (Continued)
OPERATION
The switch knob is rotated clockwise (right mirror
control), or counterclockwise (left mirror control) to
select the mirror to be adjusted. The switch knob is
then moved in a joystick fashion to control movement
of the selected mirror up, down, right, or left.
The power mirror switch cannot be repaired and, if
faulty or damaged, it must be replaced. The power
mirror switch knob is available for service replace-
ment.
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
(2) Pull the control knob rearward to remove it
Fig. 2 AUTOMATIC DAY/NIGHT MIRROR REMOVE from the power mirror switch stem (Fig. 3).
1 - SCREW
2 - WIRE HARNESS CONNECTOR
3 - AUTOMATIC DAY/NIGHT MIRROR
4 - SUPPORT BUTTON
INSTALLATION
(1) Install the mirror to the support button.
(2) Tighten the set screw.
(3) Reconnect the harness connector to the mirror.
(4) Reconnect the negative battery cable.
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REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
(2) If equipped with a 6-way power seat, remove
the two screws that secure the power seat switch and
bezel unit to the seat cushion frame (Fig. 3).
OPERATION this grid is compressed, the more the slats bow out-
When the power lumbar switch paddle is actuated, ward against the center of the seat back padding,
a battery feed and a ground path are applied through providing additional lumbar support.
the switch contacts to the power lumbar adjuster
motor. The motor operates to move the lumbar DIAGNOSIS & TESTING - POWER LUMBAR
adjuster through its drive unit in the selected direc- ADJUSTER
tion until the switch is released, or until the travel Actuate the power lumbar switch to move the
limit of the adjuster is reached. When the switch is power lumbar adjuster in each direction. The power
moved in the opposite direction, the battery feed and lumbar adjuster should move in both directions. It
ground path to the motor are reversed through the should be noted that the power lumber adjuster nor-
switch contacts. This causes the motor to run in the mally operates very quietly and exhibits little visible
opposite direction. movement. If the power lumbar adjuster fails to oper-
The power lumbar switch should not be held ate in only one direction, move the adjuster a short
applied in either direction after the adjuster has distance in the opposite direction and test again to be
reached its travel limit. The power lumbar adjuster certain that the adjuster is not at its travel limit. If
motor contains a self-resetting circuit breaker to pro- the power lumbar adjuster still fails to operate in
tect it from overload. However, consecutive or fre- only one direction, refer to Power Lumbar Switch
quent resetting of the circuit breaker must not be in the Diagnosis and Testing section of this group. If
allowed to continue, or the motor may be damaged. the power lumbar adjuster fails to operate in either
direction, perform the following tests. For complete
REMOVAL circuit diagrams, refer to Power Seat in Wiring Dia-
The power lumbar switch is integral with the other grams.
power seat switches. Refer to the appropriate driver (1) Check the power seat circuit breaker in the
or passenger power front seat switch removal and/or junction block. If OK, go to Step 2. If not OK, replace
installation procedure. the faulty power seat circuit breaker.
(2) Check for battery voltage at the power seat cir-
cuit breaker in the junction block. If OK, go to Step
LUMBAR MOTOR 3. If not OK, repair the open fused B(+) circuit to the
fuse in the Power Distribution Center as required.
DESCRIPTION (3) Remove the outboard seat cushion side shield
The 8-way power seat option includes an electri- from the seat. Disconnect the seat wire harness con-
cally operated lumbar support mechanism. The only nector from the power lumbar switch connector
visible evidence of this option is the separate power receptacle. Check for battery voltage at the fused
lumbar switch control paddle that is located on the B(+) circuit cavity of the power seat wire harness
outboard seat cushion side shield, next to the other connector for the power lumbar switch. If OK, go to
power seat switch control knobs. The power lumbar Step 4. If not OK, repair the open fused B(+) circuit
adjuster and motor are concealed beneath the seat to the power seat circuit breaker in the junction
back trim cover and padding, where they are secured block as required.
to a molded plastic back panel and to the seat back (4) Check for continuity between the ground cir-
frame. cuit cavity of the power seat wire harness connector
The power lumbar adjuster cannot be repaired, and for the power lumbar switch and a good ground.
is serviced only as a unit with the seat back frame. If There should be continuity. If OK, go to Step 5. If not
the power lumbar adjuster or the seat back frame OK, repair the open ground circuit to ground as
are damaged or faulty, the entire seat back frame required.
unit must be replaced. Refer to Bucket Seat Back (5) Test the power lumbar switch. Refer to Power
in Body for the seat back frame service procedures. Lumbar Switch in the Diagnosis and Testing sec-
tion of this group. If the switch tests OK, test the cir-
OPERATION cuits of the power seat wire harness between the
The power lumbar adjuster mechanism includes a power lumbar adjuster motor and the power lumbar
reversible electric motor that is secured to the switch for shorts or opens. If the circuits check OK,
inboard side of the seat back panel and is connected replace the faulty seat back frame assembly. If the
to a worm-drive gearbox. The motor and gearbox circuits are not OK, repair the power seat wire har-
operate the lumbar adjuster mechanism in the center ness as required.
of the seat back by extending and retracting a cable
that actuates a lever. The action of this lever com-
presses or relaxes a grid of flexible slats. The more
BR/BE POWER SEAT SYSTEM 8N - 19
PASSENGER POWER SEAT of the circuit breaker must not be allowed to con-
tinue, or the motor may be damaged.
SWITCH
DIAGNOSIS & TESTING - PASSENGER POWER
DESCRIPTION SEAT SWITCH
For circuit descriptions and diagrams, refer to Wir-
ing Diagrams.
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
(2) Remove the power seat switch from the power
seat.
(3) Use an ohmmeter to test the continuity of the
power seat switches in each position. See the Power
Seat Switch Continuity chart below (Fig. 7) . If OK,
see Power Seat Adjuster and Motors or Power Lum-
bar Adjuster and Motor in the Diagnosis and Testing
section of this group. If not OK, replace the faulty
power seat switch unit.
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
(2) If equipped with a 6-way power seat, remove
the two screws that secure the power seat switch and
bezel unit to the seat cushion frame (Fig. 8).
RECLINER MOTOR
DESCRIPTION
The 8-way power seat option includes an electri-
cally operated seat back recliner mechanism. The
only visible evidence of this option is the power seat
recliner switch control knob that is located on the
outboard seat cushion side shield, just behind the
Fig. 9 Power Seat Switch Connector Remove - other power seat switch control knob. The power seat
Standard Cab recliner switch is integral to the 8-way power seat
1 - Release Tabs (3) switch.
The power seat recliner unit is mounted in the
(5) Remove the screws that secure the power seat place of a seat hinge on the outboard side of the seat.
switch (Fig. 10). The upper hinge plate of the power seat recliner
mechanism is secured with two screws to the seat
back frame and is concealed beneath the seat back
trim cover and padding. The lower hinge plate and
BR/BE POWER SEAT SYSTEM 8N - 21
RECLINER MOTOR (Continued)
the motor and drive unit of the power seat recliner (5) Test the power seat switch. Refer to Power
mechanism is secured with two screws to the seat Seat Switch in the Diagnosis and Testing section of
cushion frame, and is concealed by the outboard seat this group. If the switch tests OK, test the circuits of
cushion side shield. the power seat wire harness between the power seat
The power seat recliner cannot be repaired. If the recliner adjuster motor and the power seat switch for
unit is faulty or damaged, it must be replaced. Refer shorts or opens. If the circuits check OK, replace the
to Bucket Seat Recliner in Body for the service faulty power seat recliner unit. If the circuits are not
procedure. OK, repair the power seat wire harness as required.
OPERATION
The power seat recliner includes a reversible elec- POWER SEAT TRACK
tric motor that is secured to the lower hinge plate of
the recliner unit. The motor is connected to a gearbox DESCRIPTION
that moves the upper hinge plate of the power seat There are three reversible motors that operate the
recliner through a screw-type drive unit. power seat adjuster. The motors are connected to
worm-drive gearboxes that move the seat adjuster
DIAGNOSIS & TESTING - POWER SEAT through a combination of screw-type drive units.
RECLINER The front and rear of a seat are operated by differ-
ent motors. They can be raised or lowered indepen-
Following are tests that will help to diagnose the
dently of each other. When the center seat switch is
hard wired components and circuits of the power seat
pushed in the Up or Down direction, both the front
system. Actuate the power seat recliner switch to
and rear motors operate in unison. On standard cab
move the power seat recliner adjuster in each direc-
models the entire seat is moved up or down, on
tion. The power seat recliner adjuster should move in
extended cab models (club cab and quad cab) the seat
both directions. If the power seat recliner adjuster
cushion moves independently of the seat back in the
fails to operate in only one direction, move the
up or down directions. The forward-rearward motor
adjuster a short distance in the opposite direction
is operated by pushing the center seat switch in the
and test again to be certain that the adjuster is not
Forward or Rearward direction, which moves the
at its travel limit. If the power seat recliner adjuster
entire seat in the selected direction on all models.
still fails to operate in only one direction, refer to
Each motor contains a self-resetting circuit breaker
Power Seat Switch in the Diagnosis and Testing
to protect it from overload. Consecutive or frequent
section of this group. If the power recliner adjuster
resetting of the circuit breakers must not be allowed
fails to operate in either direction, perform the fol-
to continue, or the motors may be damaged. Make
lowing tests. For complete circuit diagrams, refer to
the necessary repairs.
Power Seat in Wiring Diagrams.
The power seat adjuster and motors cannot be
(1) Check the power seat circuit breaker in the
repaired, and are serviced only as a complete unit. If
junction block. If OK, go to Step 2. If not OK, replace
any component in this unit is faulty or damaged, the
the faulty power seat circuit breaker.
entire power seat adjuster and motors assembly must
(2) Check for battery voltage at the power seat cir-
be replaced.
cuit breaker in the junction block. If OK, go to Step
3. If not OK, repair the open fused B(+) circuit to the
fuse in the Power Distribution Center as required. OPERATION
(3) Remove the outboard seat cushion side shield When a power seat switch is actuated, a battery
from the seat. Disconnect the seat wire harness con- feed and a ground path are applied through the
nector from the power seat switch connector recepta- switch contacts to the motor(s). The motor(s) and
cle. Check for battery voltage at the fused B(+) drive unit(s) operate to move the seat in the selected
circuit cavity of the power seat wire harness connec- direction until the switch is released, or until the
tor for the power seat switch. If OK, go to Step 4. If travel limit of the power seat adjuster is reached.
not OK, repair the open fused B(+) circuit to the When the switch is moved in the opposite direction,
power seat circuit breaker in the junction block as the battery feed and ground path to the motor(s) are
required. reversed through the switch contacts. This causes the
(4) Check for continuity between the ground cir- motor to run in the opposite direction.
cuit cavity of the power seat wire harness connector
for the power seat switch and a good ground. There DIAGNOSIS & TESTING - POWER SEAT TRACK
should be continuity. If OK, go to Step 5. If not OK, For circuit descriptions and diagrams, refer to Wir-
repair the open ground circuit to ground as required. ing Diagrams.
8N - 22 POWER SEAT SYSTEM BR/BE
POWER SEAT TRACK (Continued)
Operate the power seat switch to move all three (2) Remove the seat, power seat track from the
seat motors in each direction. The seat should move vehicle as a unit. Refer to Body for the procedure.
in each of the selected directions. If the power seat (3) Unplug the power seat wire harness connectors
adjuster fails to operate in only one direction, move at each of the three power seat motors.
the adjuster a short distance in the opposite direction (4) Release the power seat wire harness retainers
and test again to be certain that the adjuster is not from the seat track.
at its travel limit. If the power seat adjuster still (5) Remove the fasteners that secure the center
fails to operate in only one direction, see Power Seat seat cushion section to the brackets on the power
Switch in the Diagnosis and Testing section of this seat track.
group. If the power seat adjuster fails to operate in (6) Remove the screws that secure the power seat
more than one direction, proceed as follows: track assembly to the seat cushion frame.
(1) Test the fuse in the power distribution center (7) Remove the power seat track assembly from
as described in this group. If OK, go to Step 2. If not the seat cushion frame.
OK, replace the faulty fuse.
(2) Remove the power seat switch from the seat. INSTALLATION
Check for battery voltage at the fused B(+) circuit (1) Position the power seat track assembly on the
cavity of the power seat switch wire harness connec- seat cushion frame.
tor. If OK, go to Step 3. If not OK, repair the open (2) Install the fasteners that secure the center seat
circuit to the power distribution center as required. cushion section to the brackets on the power seat
(3) Check for continuity between the ground cir- adjuster.
cuit cavity of the power seat switch wire harness con- (3) Install the screws that secure the power seat
nector and a good ground. There should be track assembly to the seat cushion frame.
continuity. If OK, go to Step 4. If not OK, repair the (4) Connect the power seat wire harness connec-
open circuit to ground as required. tors at each of the three power seat motors.
(4) Test the power seat switch as described in this (5) Install the power seat wire harness retainers
group. If the switch tests OK, check the wire harness on the seat track assembly.
for the inoperative power seat motor(s) between the (6) Install the seat, power seat track as a unit.
power seat switch and the motor for shorts or opens. Refer to Body for the procedure.
If the circuits check OK, replace the faulty power (7) Connect the battery negative cable.
seat adjuster and motors assembly. If the circuits are
not OK, repair the wire harness as required.
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
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POWER WINDOWS
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POWER WINDOWS and location views for the various wire harness con-
nectors, splices and grounds.
DESCRIPTION ALL WINDOWS INOPERATIVE
Power windows are available as factory-installed
(1) Check the circuit breaker in the junction block.
optional equipment on this model. The power lock
If OK, go to Step 2. If not OK, replace the faulty cir-
system is included on vehicles equipped with the
cuit breaker.
power window option.
(2) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable. Remove the power window and lock switch and
OPERATION bezel unit from the driver side front door trim panel.
The power window system allows each of the front
Unplug the wire harness connector from the switch
door windows to be raised and lowered electrically by
and bezel unit.
actuating a switch on the trim panel of each respec-
(3) Check for continuity between the ground cir-
tive door. Additionally, the master switch on the
cuit cavity of the switch and bezel unit wire harness
driver side door trim panel allows the driver to raise
connector and a good ground. If OK, (Refer to 8 -
or lower the passenger side front door window. The
ELECTRICAL/POWER WINDOWS/POWER WIN-
power window system receives battery feed through a
DOW SWITCH - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING). If not
circuit breaker in the junction block, only when the
OK, repair the circuit to ground as required.
ignition switch is in the On position.
The power window system includes the power win- ONE WINDOW INOPERATIVE
dow switches on each front door trim panel, the cir-
The window glass must be free to slide up and
cuit breaker in the junction block, and the power
down for the power window motor to function prop-
window motors inside each front door. This group
erly. If the glass is not free to move up and down, the
covers diagnosis and service of only the electrical
motor will overload and trip the integral circuit
components in the power window system. For service
breaker. To determine if the glass is free, disconnect
of mechanical components, such as the regulator, lift
the regulator plate from the glass. Then slide the
plate, window tracks, or glass refer to Group 23 -
window up and down by hand.
Body.
There is an alternate method to check if the glass
Refer to the owner’s manual in the vehicle glove
is free. Position the glass between the up and down
box for more information on the features, use and
stops. Then, shake the glass in the door. Check that
operation of the power window system.
the glass can be moved slightly from side to side,
front to rear, and up and down. Then check that the
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - POWER glass is not bound tight in the tracks. If the glass is
WINDOWS free, proceed with the diagnosis that follows. If the
For circuit descriptions and diagrams, refer to the glass is not free, (Refer to 23 - BODY/DOOR -
appropriate wiring information. The wiring informa- FRONT/DOOR GLASS - REMOVAL).
tion includes wiring diagrams, proper wire and con- (1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
nector repair procedures, details of wire harness cable. Remove the power window and lock switch and
routing and retention, connector pin-out information bezel unit from the door trim panel on the side of the
8N - 24 POWER WINDOWS BR/BE
POWER WINDOWS (Continued)
vehicle with the inoperative window. Unplug the wire (LED) in the paddle of each switch is illuminated
harness connector from the switch and bezel unit. whenever the ignition switch is in the On position.
(2) Connect the battery negative cable. Turn the
ignition switch to the On position. Check for battery OPERATION
voltage at the fused ignition switch output (run) cir- The power window switch for the driver side front
cuit cavity in the body half of the switch and bezel door has an Auto label on it. This switch has a sec-
unit wire harness connector. If OK, and the inopera- ond detent position beyond the normal Down position
tive power window is on the driver side, go to Step 4. that provides an automatic one-touch window down
If OK, and the inoperative power window is on the feature. This feature is controlled by an electronic
passenger side, go to Step 3. If not OK, repair the circuit and a relay that are integral to the driver side
open circuit to the junction block as required. front door power window and lock switch unit.
(3) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative The power window switches control the battery
cable. Check for continuity between each of the two and ground feeds to the power window motors. The
master window switch right up/down control circuit passenger side power window switch receives a
cavities in the body half of the passenger side switch ground feed through the driver side power window
and bezel unit wire harness connector and a good switch for operating the passenger side power win-
ground. In each case, there should be continuity. If dow motor.
OK, go to Step 4. If not OK, repair the open circuit to The power window and lock switch and bezel unit
the driver side switch and bezel unit as required. cannot be repaired and, if faulty or damaged, the
(4) Test the power window switch continuity. entire switch and bezel unit must be replaced.
(Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/POWER WINDOWS/
POWER WINDOW SWITCH - DIAGNOSIS AND DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - POWER WINDOW
TESTING). If OK, go to Step 5. If not OK, replace SWITCH
the faulty power window and lock switch and bezel The auto down feature of the driver side power
unit. window switch is controlled by an electronic circuit
(5) Refer to the appropriate wiring information. within the switch unit. The auto down circuitry is
The wiring information includes wiring diagrams, activated when the driver side power window switch
proper wire and connector repair procedures, details is moved to the second detent in the Down direction.
of wire harness routing and retention, connector pin- The outputs from the auto down circuitry are carried
out information and location views for the various through the same switch pins that provide the nor-
wire harness connectors, splices and grounds. Check mal down function. The auto down circuit cannot be
the continuity in each circuit between the inoperative tested. If the driver side power window switch conti-
power window and lock switch and bezel unit wire nuity tests are passed, but the auto down feature is
harness connector cavities and the corresponding inoperative, replace the faulty driver side power win-
power window motor wire harness connector cavities. dow switch unit.
If OK, (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/POWER WIN- The Light-Emitting Diode (LED) illumination
DOWS/WINDOW MOTOR - DIAGNOSIS AND TEST- lamps for all of the power window and lock switch
ING). If not OK, repair the open circuit(s) as and bezel unit switch paddles receive battery current
required. through the power window circuit breaker in the
junction block. If all of the LEDs are inoperative in
NOTE: The passenger side power window switch
either or both power window and lock switch and
receives the ground feed for operating the passen-
bezel units and the power windows are inoperative,
ger side power window motor through the driver
perform the diagnosis for Power Window System in
side power window switch and wire harness con-
this group. If the power windows operate, but any or
nector.
all of the LEDs are inoperative, the power window
and lock switch and bezel unit with the inoperative
LED(s) is faulty and must be replaced. For circuit
POWER WINDOW SWITCH descriptions and diagrams, refer to the appropriate
wiring information. The wiring information includes
DESCRIPTION wiring diagrams, proper wire and connector repair
The power windows are controlled by two-way procedures, details of wire harness routing and
switches integral to the power window and lock retention, connector pin-out information and location
switch and bezel unit on the trim panel of each front views for the various wire harness connectors, splices
door. A second power window switch in the driver and grounds.
side switch and bezel unit allows the driver to control
the passenger side window. A Light-Emitting Diode
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POWER WINDOW SWITCH (Continued)
(1) Check the circuit breaker in the junction block.
If OK, go to Step 2. If not OK, replace the faulty cir-
cuit breaker.
(2) Turn the ignition switch to the On position.
Check for battery voltage at the circuit breaker in
the junction block. If OK, turn the ignition switch to
the Off position and go to Step 3. If not OK, repair
the circuit to the ignition switch as required.
(3) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable. Remove the power window and lock switch and
bezel unit from the door trim panel. Unplug the wire
harness connector from the switch and bezel unit.
(4) Test the power window switch continuity. See
the Power Window Switch Continuity charts to deter-
mine if the continuity is correct in the Neutral, Up
and Down switch positions (Fig. 1) or (Fig. 2). If OK,
(Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/POWER WINDOWS/ Fig. 2 Power Window Switch Continuity - Passenger
WINDOW MOTOR - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING) If Side
not OK, replace the faulty switch. PASSENGER SIDE WINDOW SWITCH
SWITCH POSITION CONTINUITY BETWEEN
NEUTRAL 1 & 4, 2 & 3
UP 2 & 3, 4 & 11
DOWN 1 & 4, 3 & 11
LAMP 8 & 11
RESTRAINTS
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OPERATION
The airbag system is referred to as a supplemental
restraint system because it was designed and is
intended to enhance the protection for the front seat
occupants of the vehicle only when used in conjunc-
tion with the seat belts. It is referred to as a passive
system because the vehicle occupants are not
Fig. 1 SRS Logo required to do anything to make it work. The pri-
• Clockspring - The clockspring is located near mary passenger restraints in this or any other vehi-
the top of the steering column, directly beneath the cle are the standard equipment factory-installed seat
steering wheel. belts. Seat belts are referred to as an active restraint
• Driver Airbag - The driver airbag is located in because the vehicle occupants are required to physi-
the center of the steering wheel, beneath the driver cally fasten and properly adjust these restraints in
airbag trim cover. order to benefit from them. The vehicle occupants
• Driver Knee Blocker - The driver knee blocker must be wearing their seat belts in order to obtain
is a molded plastic structural unit secured to the the maximum safety benefit from the factory-in-
back side of and integral to the instrument panel stalled airbag system.
steering column opening cover. The airbag system electrical circuits are continu-
• Passenger Airbag - The passenger airbag is ously monitored and controlled by a microprocessor
located on the instrument panel, beneath the passen- and software contained within the Airbag Control
ger airbag door on the instrument panel above the Module (ACM). An airbag indicator in the ElectroMe-
glove box on the passenger side of the vehicle. chanical Instrument Cluster (EMIC) lights for about
• Passenger Airbag On/Off Switch - The pas- seven seconds as a bulb test each time the ignition
senger airbag on/off switch is located in a dedicated switch is turned to the On or Start positions. Follow-
opening in the upper right corner of the instrument ing the bulb test, the airbag indicator is turned on or
panel cluster bezel, to the right of the center panel off by the ACM to indicate the status of the airbag
outlets of the climate control system. system. If the airbag indicator comes on at any time
• Passenger Knee Blocker - The passenger knee other than during the bulb test, it indicates that
blocker is a structural reinforcement that is integral there is a problem in the airbag system electrical cir-
to and concealed within the glove box door. cuits. Such a problem may cause the airbags not to
The ACM and the EMIC each contain a central deploy when required, or to deploy when not
processing unit and programming that allow them to required.
communicate with each other using the Chrysler Col- The clockspring on the top of the steering column
lision Detection (CCD) data bus network. This allows a continuous electrical circuit to be main-
method of communication is used for control of the tained between the stationary steering column and
airbag indicator on all models. (Refer to 8 - ELEC- the driver airbag inflator, which rotates with the
TRICAL/ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULES/ steering wheel. The passenger airbag on/off switch
COMMUNICATION - DESCRIPTION). allows the passenger side airbag to be disabled when
Hard wired circuitry connects the airbag system circumstances necessitate that a child, or an adult
components to each other through the electrical sys- with certain medical conditions be placed in the front
tem of the vehicle. These hard wired circuits are passenger seating position. Refer to the owner’s man-
integral to several wire harnesses, which are routed ual in the vehicle glove box for specific recommenda-
throughout the vehicle and retained by many differ- tions concerning the specific circumstances where the
ent methods. These circuits may be connected to each passenger airbag on/off switch should be used to dis-
other, to the vehicle electrical system, and to the air- able the passenger airbag.
bag system components through the use of a combi-
nation of soldered splices, splice block connectors,
BR/BE RESTRAINTS 8O - 3
RESTRAINTS (Continued)
Deployment of the airbags depends upon the angle STEERING COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL
and severity of the impact. The airbag system is COMPONENTS YOU MUST FIRST DISCONNECT
designed to deploy upon a frontal impact within a AND ISOLATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE (GROUND)
thirty degree angle from either side of the vehicle CABLE. THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES FOR THE SYS-
center line. Deployment is not based upon vehicle TEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE BEFORE FUR-
speed; rather, deployment is based upon the rate of THER SYSTEM SERVICE. THIS IS THE ONLY SURE
deceleration as measured by the forces of gravity (G WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM. FAILURE
force) upon the airbag system impact sensor, which is TO DO THIS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
integral to the ACM. When a frontal impact is severe BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
enough, the microprocessor in the ACM signals the INJURY.
inflator units of both airbag modules to deploy the
airbags. During a frontal vehicle impact, the knee
blockers work in concert with properly fastened and WARNING: THE DRIVER AIRBAG INFLATOR UNIT
adjusted seat belts to restrain both the driver and CONTAINS SODIUM AZIDE AND POTASSIUM
the front seat passenger in the proper position for an NITRATE. THESE MATERIALS ARE POISONOUS
airbag deployment. The knee blockers also absorb AND EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE. CONTACT WITH
and distribute the crash energy from the driver and ACID, WATER, OR HEAVY METALS MAY PRODUCE
the front seat passenger to the structure of the HARMFUL AND IRRITATING GASES (SODIUM
instrument panel. HYDROXIDE IS FORMED IN THE PRESENCE OF
Typically, the driver and front seat passenger recall MOISTURE) OR COMBUSTIBLE COMPOUNDS. THE
more about the events preceding and following a col- PASSENGER AIRBAG UNIT CONTAINS ARGON GAS
lision than they have of the airbag deployment itself. PRESSURIZED TO OVER 2500 PSI. DO NOT
This is because the airbag deployment and deflation ATTEMPT TO DISMANTLE AN AIRBAG UNIT OR
occur so rapidly. In a typical 48 kilometer-per-hour TAMPER WITH ITS INFLATOR. DO NOT PUNCTURE,
(30 mile-per-hour) barrier impact, from the moment INCINERATE, OR BRING INTO CONTACT WITH
of impact until both airbags are fully inflated takes ELECTRICITY. DO NOT STORE AT TEMPERATURES
about 40 milliseconds. Within one to two seconds EXCEEDING 93° C (200° F).
from the moment of impact, both airbags are almost
entirely deflated. The times cited for these events are WARNING: REPLACE AIRBAG SYSTEM COMPO-
approximations, which apply only to a barrier impact NENTS ONLY WITH PARTS SPECIFIED IN THE
at the given speed. Actual times will vary somewhat, DAIMLERCHRYSLER MOPAR PARTS CATALOG.
depending upon the vehicle speed, impact angle, SUBSTITUTE PARTS MAY APPEAR INTERCHANGE-
severity of the impact, and the type of collision. ABLE, BUT INTERNAL DIFFERENCES MAY RESULT
When the ACM monitors a problem in any of the IN INFERIOR OCCUPANT PROTECTION.
airbag system circuits or components, it stores a
fault code or Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) in its
memory circuit and sends an electronic message to WARNING: THE FASTENERS, SCREWS, AND
the EMIC to turn on the airbag indicator. Proper BOLTS ORIGINALLY USED FOR THE AIRBAG SYS-
testing of the airbag system components, the TEM COMPONENTS HAVE SPECIAL COATINGS
Chrysler Collision Detection (CCD) data bus, the AND ARE SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED FOR THE AIR-
data bus message inputs to and outputs from the BAG SYSTEM. THEY MUST NEVER BE REPLACED
EMIC or the ACM, as well as the retrieval or erasure WITH ANY SUBSTITUTES. ANY TIME A NEW FAS-
of a DTC from the ACM requires the use of a TENER IS NEEDED, REPLACE IT WITH THE COR-
DRBIIIt scan tool. Refer to the appropriate diagnos- RECT FASTENERS PROVIDED IN THE SERVICE
tic information. PACKAGE OR SPECIFIED IN THE DAIMLER-
See the owner’s manual in the vehicle glove box for CHRYSLER MOPAR PARTS CATALOG.
more information on the features, use and operation
of all of the factory-installed passenger restraints,
including the airbag system. WARNING: WHEN A STEERING COLUMN HAS AN
AIRBAG UNIT ATTACHED, NEVER PLACE THE COL-
WARNING UMN ON THE FLOOR OR ANY OTHER SURFACE
WITH THE STEERING WHEEL OR AIRBAG UNIT
WARNING: THE AIRBAG SYSTEM IS A SENSITIVE, FACE DOWN.
COMPLEX ELECTROMECHANICAL UNIT. BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO DIAGNOSE OR SERVICE ANY AIR-
BAG SYSTEM OR RELATED STEERING WHEEL,
8O - 4 RESTRAINTS BR/BE
RESTRAINTS (Continued)
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - AIRBAG SYSTEM energy. Always place or store any airbag on a surface
Proper diagnosis and testing of the airbag system with its trim cover or airbag cushion side facing up,
components, the PCI data bus, the data bus message to minimize movement in case of an accidental
inputs to and outputs from the ElectroMechanical deployment.
Instrument Cluster (EMIC) or the Airbag Control
Module (ACM), as well as the retrieval or erasure of STANDARD PROCEDURE - SERVICE AFTER AN
a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) from the ACM AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT
requires the use of a DRBIIIt scan tool. Refer to the Any vehicle which is to be returned to use follow-
appropriate diagnostic information. ing an airbag deployment, must have both airbags,
the driver airbag trim cover, the clockspring, and the
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR- steering column assembly replaced. These compo-
BAGS, DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM BEFORE nents are not intended for reuse and will be damaged
ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING or weakened as a result of an airbag deployment,
COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT which may or may not be obvious during a visual
DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. DISCONNECT AND ISO- inspection. Other vehicle components should be
LATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE, closely inspected, but are to be replaced only as
THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYS- required by the extent of the visible damage
TEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PER- incurred.
FORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS
IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG CLEANUP PROCEDURE
SYSTEM. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE- Following an airbag deployment, the vehicle inte-
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR- rior will contain a powdery residue. This residue con-
BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL sists primarily of harmless particulate by-products of
INJURY. the small pyrotechnic charge used to initiate the pro-
pellant used to deploy the airbags. However, this res-
idue may also contain traces of sodium hydroxide
STANDARD PROCEDURE - HANDLING powder, a chemical by-product of the propellant
NON-DEPLOYED AIRBAGS material that is used to generate the nitrogen gas
At no time should any source of electricity be per- that inflates the airbag. Since sodium hydroxide pow-
mitted near the inflator on the back of a non-de- der can irritate the skin, eyes, nose, or throat, be
ployed airbag. When carrying a non-deployed airbag, sure to wear safety glasses, rubber gloves, and a
the trim cover or airbag cushion side of the unit long-sleeved shirt during cleanup (Fig. 2).
should be pointed away from the body to minimize
injury in the event of an accidental deployment. If
the airbag unit is placed on a bench or any other sur-
face, the trim cover or airbag cushion side of the unit
should be face up to minimize movement in the event
of an accidental deployment. In addition, the airbag
system should be disarmed whenever any steering
wheel, steering column, or instrument panel compo-
nents require diagnosis or service. Failure to observe
this warning could result in accidental airbag deploy-
ment and possible personal injury.
All damaged or faulty and non-deployed driver or
passenger airbags which are replaced on vehicles are
to be returned. If an airbag unit is faulty or damaged
and non-deployed, refer to the parts return list in the
current DaimlerChrysler Corporation Warranty Poli-
cies and Procedures manual for the proper handling Fig. 2 Wear Safety Glasses and Rubber Gloves -
and disposal procedures. Typical
AIRBAG STORAGE
An airbag must be stored in its original, special
container until it is used for service. Also, it must be
stored in a clean, dry environment; away from
sources of extreme heat, sparks, and high electrical
BR/BE RESTRAINTS 8O - 5
RESTRAINTS (Continued)
WARNING: IF YOU EXPERIENCE SKIN IRRITATION SYSTEM. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRECAU-
DURING CLEANUP, RUN COOL WATER OVER THE TIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG
AFFECTED AREA. ALSO, IF YOU EXPERIENCE DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
IRRITATION OF THE NOSE OR THROAT, EXIT THE
VEHICLE FOR FRESH AIR UNTIL THE IRRITATION (1) During the following test, the battery negative
CEASES. IF IRRITATION CONTINUES, SEE A PHYSI- cable remains disconnected and isolated, as it was
CIAN. during the airbag component removal and installa-
tion procedures.
Begin the cleanup by removing both airbags from (2) Be certain that the DRBIIIt scan tool contains
the vehicle. Refer to the appropriate service removal the latest version of the proper DRBIIIt software.
procedures. Place the deployed airbags in your vehic- Connect the DRBIIIt to the 16-way Data Link Con-
ular scrap pile. nector (DLC). The DLC is located on the driver side
Next, use a vacuum cleaner to remove any residual lower edge of the instrument panel, outboard of the
powder from the vehicle interior. Clean from outside steering column (Fig. 4).
the vehicle and work your way inside, so that you
avoid kneeling or sitting on a non-cleaned area. Be
certain to vacuum the heater and air conditioning
outlets as well (Fig. 3). Run the heater and air con-
ditioner blower on the lowest speed setting and vac-
uum any powder expelled from the outlets. You may
need to vacuum the interior of the vehicle a second
time to recover all of the powder.
STANDARD PROCEDURE - VERIFICATION TEST (3) Turn the ignition switch to the On position and
The following procedure should be performed using exit the vehicle with the DRBIIIt.
a DRBIIIt scan tool to verify proper airbag system (4) Check to be certain that nobody is in the vehi-
operation following the service or replacement of any cle, then reconnect the battery negative cable.
airbag system component. (5) Using the DRBIIIt, read and record the active
(current) Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) data.
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
(6) Next, use the DRBIIIt to read and record any
BAGS, DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM BEFORE
stored (historical) DTC data.
ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING
(7) If any DTC is found in Step 5 or Step 6, refer
COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT
to the appropriate diagnostic information.
DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. DISCONNECT AND ISO-
(8) Use the DRBIIIt to erase the stored DTC data.
LATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE,
If any problems remain, the stored DTC data will not
THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYS-
erase. Refer to the appropriate diagnostic informa-
TEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PER-
tion to diagnose any stored DTC that will not erase.
FORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS
If the stored DTC information is successfully erased,
IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG
go to Step 9.
8O - 6 RESTRAINTS BR/BE
RESTRAINTS (Continued)
(9) Turn the ignition switch to the Off position for Cluster (EMIC) and for airbag system diagnosis and
about fifteen seconds, and then back to the On posi- testing through the 16-way data link connector
tion. Observe the airbag indicator in the instrument located on the lower left edge of the instrument
cluster. It should light for six to eight seconds, and panel. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC
then go out. This indicates that the airbag system is CONTROL MODULES/COMMUNICATION - OPER-
functioning normally and that the repairs are com- ATION). The ACM microprocessor continuously mon-
plete. If the airbag indicator fails to light, or lights itors all of the airbag system electrical circuits to
and stays on, there is still an active airbag system determine the system readiness. If the ACM detects
fault or malfunction. Refer to the appropriate diag- a monitored system fault, it sets an active Diagnostic
nostic information to diagnose the problem. Trouble Code (DTC) and sends messages to the
EMIC over the CCD data bus to turn on the airbag
indicator. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/INSTRUMENT
SPECIAL TOOLS CLUSTER/AIRBAG INDICATOR - OPERATION). If
the airbag system fault is still present when the igni-
SPECIAL TOOLS - AIRBAG SYSTEM tion switch is turned to the Off position, the DTC is
stored in memory by the ACM. However, if a fault
does not recur for a number of ignition cycles, the
ACM will automatically erase the stored DTC.
The ACM receives battery current through two cir-
cuits, on a fused ignition switch output (run) circuit
through a fuse in the Junction Block (JB), and on a
fused ignition switch output (start-run) circuit
through a second fuse in the JB. The ACM is
grounded through a ground circuit and take out of
the instrument panel wire harness. This take out has
Puller C-3428-B a single eyelet terminal connector secured by a nut to
a ground stud located on the forward extension of the
AIRBAG CONTROL MODULE left front fender wheel housing in the engine com-
partment. Therefore, the ACM is operational when-
DESCRIPTION ever the ignition switch is in the Start or On
The Airbag Control Module (ACM) is concealed positions. The ACM also contains an energy-storage
underneath the plastic ACM trim cover (automatic capacitor. When the ignition switch is in the Start or
transmission) or center console (manual transmis- On positions, this capacitor is continually being
sion), directly below the instrument panel in the pas- charged with enough electrical energy to deploy the
senger compartment of the vehicle. The ACM is airbags for up to one second following a battery dis-
secured with screws to a mounting bracket located connect or failure. The purpose of the capacitor is to
under the instrument panel center support bracket provide backup airbag system protection in case
on the floor panel transmission tunnel. The ACM there is a loss of battery current supply to the ACM
contains an electronic microprocessor, an electronic during an impact. The capacitor is only serviced as a
impact sensor, an electromechanical safing sensor, unit with the ACM.
and an energy storage capacitor. The ACM is con- Two sensors are contained within the ACM, an
nected to the vehicle electrical system through a take electronic impact sensor and a safing sensor. The
out and connector of the instrument panel wire har- electronic impact sensor is an accelerometer that
ness. senses the rate of vehicle deceleration, which pro-
The ACM cannot be repaired or adjusted and, if vides verification of the direction and severity of an
damaged or faulty, it must be replaced. impact. A pre-programmed decision algorithm in the
ACM microprocessor determines when the decelera-
OPERATION tion rate as signaled by the impact sensor indicates
The microprocessor in the ACM contains the airbag an impact that is severe enough to require airbag
system logic circuits, and it monitors and controls all system protection. When the programmed conditions
of the airbag system components. The ACM also uses are met, the ACM sends an electrical signal to deploy
On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) and can communicate the airbags. The safing sensor is an electromechani-
with other electronic modules in the vehicle as well cal sensor within the ACM that is connected in series
as with the DRBIIIt scan tool using the Chrysler between the ACM microprocessor airbag deployment
Collision Detection (CCD) data bus network. This circuit and the airbags. The safing sensor is a nor-
method of communication is used for control of the mally open switch that is used to verify or confirm
airbag indicator in the ElectroMechanical Instrument
BR/BE RESTRAINTS 8O - 7
AIRBAG CONTROL MODULE (Continued)
the need for an airbag deployment by detecting
impact energy of a lesser magnitude than that of the
electronic impact sensor, and must be closed in order
for the airbags to deploy. The impact sensor and saf-
ing sensor are calibrated for the specific vehicle, and
are only serviced as a unit with the ACM.
REMOVAL
WARNING: DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM
BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL,
STEERING COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL
COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. DISCON-
NECT AND ISOLATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE
(GROUND) CABLE, THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES FOR
THE AIRBAG SYSTEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE
BEFORE PERFORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR Fig. 5 Airbag Control Module Trim Cover Remove/
SERVICE. THIS IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DIS- Install
ABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM. FAILURE TO TAKE 1 - INSTRUMENT PANEL CENTER SUPPORT BRACKET
THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN 2 - ACM MOUNTING BRACKET
ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSI- 3 - TRIM COVER
BLE PERSONAL INJURY. 4 - SCREW (2)
CHILD TETHER (2) Remove the screw that secures the child tether
anchor (standard cab) or child tether (club/quad cab)
to the cab back panel (Fig. 7).
REMOVAL
(3) Remove the child tether anchor (standard cab)
Standard cab models have two child tether anchors
or child tether (club/quad cab) from the cab back
secured near the top of the cab back panel. Club cab
panel.
and quad cab models have three child tethers
secured near the top of the cab back panel.
INSTALLATION
WARNING: DURING AND FOLLOWING ANY SEAT Standard cab models have two child tether anchors
BELT SERVICE, CAREFULLY INSPECT ALL SEAT secured near the top of the cab back panel. Club cab
BELTS, BUCKLES, MOUNTING HARDWARE, AND and quad cab models have three child tethers
RETRACTORS FOR PROPER INSTALLATION, secured near the top of the cab back panel.
OPERATION, OR DAMAGE. REPLACE ANY BELT
WARNING: DURING AND FOLLOWING ANY SEAT
THAT IS CUT, FRAYED, OR TORN. STRAIGHTEN
BELT SERVICE, CAREFULLY INSPECT ALL SEAT
ANY BELT THAT IS TWISTED. TIGHTEN ANY
BELTS, BUCKLES, MOUNTING HARDWARE, AND
LOOSE FASTENERS. REPLACE ANY BELT THAT
RETRACTORS FOR PROPER INSTALLATION,
HAS A DAMAGED OR INOPERATIVE BUCKLE OR
OPERATION, OR DAMAGE. REPLACE ANY BELT
RETRACTOR. REPLACE ANY BELT THAT HAS A
THAT IS CUT, FRAYED, OR TORN. STRAIGHTEN
BENT OR DAMAGED LATCH PLATE OR ANCHOR
ANY BELT THAT IS TWISTED. TIGHTEN ANY
PLATE. NEVER ATTEMPT TO REPAIR A SEAT BELT
LOOSE FASTENERS. REPLACE ANY BELT THAT
COMPONENT. ALWAYS REPLACE DAMAGED OR
HAS A DAMAGED OR INOPERATIVE BUCKLE OR
FAULTY SEAT BELT COMPONENTS WITH THE COR-
RETRACTOR. REPLACE ANY BELT THAT HAS A
RECT, NEW AND UNUSED REPLACEMENT PARTS
BENT OR DAMAGED LATCH PLATE OR ANCHOR
LISTED IN THE MOPAR PARTS CATALOG.
PLATE. NEVER ATTEMPT TO REPAIR A SEAT BELT
(1) Remove the trim from the inside of the cab COMPONENT. ALWAYS REPLACE DAMAGED OR
back panel. (Refer to 23 - BODY/INTERIOR/REAR FAULTY SEAT BELT COMPONENTS WITH THE COR-
CLOSURE PANEL TRIM - REMOVAL). RECT, NEW AND UNUSED REPLACEMENT PARTS
LISTED IN THE MOPAR PARTS CATALOG.
STANDARD PROCEDURE - CLOCKSPRING (3) Depress the two plastic clockspring auto-lock-
ing tabs (Fig. 8).
CENTERING
The clockspring is designed to wind and unwind
when the steering wheel is rotated, but is only
designed to rotate the same number of turns (about
five complete rotations) as the steering wheel can be
turned from stop to stop. Centering the clockspring
indexes the clockspring tape to other steering compo-
nents so that it can operate within its designed
travel limits. The rotor of a centered clockspring can
be rotated two and one-half turns in either direction
from the centered position, without damaging the
clockspring tape.
However, if the clockspring is removed for service
or if the steering column is disconnected from the
steering gear, the clockspring tape can change posi-
tion relative to the other steering components. The
clockspring must then be re-centered following com-
pletion of such service or the clockspring tape may be
damaged. Service replacement clocksprings are
shipped pre-centered and with the auto-locking tabs
engaged (raised). These auto-locking tabs should not
be disengaged until the clockspring has been
installed on the steering column. If the auto-locking
tabs are disengaged before the clockspring is Fig. 8 Clockspring Auto-Locking Tabs
installed on a steering column, the clockspring cen- 1 - AIRBAG MODULE WIRE
tering procedure must be performed. 2 - SPEED CONTROL WIRING
3 - HORN WIRE
WARNING: DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM 4 - CLOCKSPRING ASSEMBLY
BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, 5 - AUTO-LOCKING TABS
STEERING COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL
COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. DISCON- (4) Keeping the auto-locking tabs depressed, rotate
NECT AND ISOLATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE the clockspring rotor clockwise to the end of its
(GROUND) CABLE, THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES FOR travel. Do not apply excessive torque.
THE AIRBAG SYSTEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE (5) From the end of the clockwise travel, rotate the
BEFORE PERFORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR rotor about two and one-half turns counterclockwise,
SERVICE. THIS IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DIS- then release the auto-locking tabs. The clockspring
ABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM. FAILURE TO TAKE pigtail wire for the horn switch should end up at the
THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN top, and the pigtail wires for the airbag, optional
ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSI- speed control switches, and optional remote radio
BLE PERSONAL INJURY. switches at the bottom. The clockspring is now cen-
tered.
(6) The front wheels should still be in the straight-
NOTE: Before starting this procedure, be certain to
ahead position. Reinstall the clockspring onto the
turn the steering wheel until the front wheels are in
steering column. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/RE-
the straight-ahead position.
STRAINTS/CLOCKSPRING - INSTALLATION).
(1) Place the front wheels in the straight-ahead
position. REMOVAL
(2) Remove the clockspring from the steering col- The clockspring cannot be repaired. It must be
umn. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/RESTRAINTS/ replaced if faulty or damaged, or if the driver airbag
CLOCKSPRING - REMOVAL). has been deployed.
8O - 12 RESTRAINTS BR/BE
CLOCKSPRING (Continued)
WARNING: DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM
BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL,
STEERING COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL
COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. DISCON-
NECT 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 DIS-
ABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM. FAILURE TO TAKE
THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN
ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSI-
BLE PERSONAL INJURY.
DRIVER AIRBAG out lines, then fold back out of the way along with
the horn switch. Following an airbag deployment, the
airbag cushion quickly deflates by venting the nitro-
DESCRIPTION
gen gas towards the instrument panel through the
The driver airbag protective trim cover is the most
porous fabric material used on the steering wheel
visible part of the driver airbag. The airbag used in
side of the airbag cushion.
this model is a Next Generation-type that complies
Some of the chemicals used to create the nitrogen
with revised federal airbag standards to deploy with
gas are considered hazardous in their solid state,
less force than those used in some prior models. The
before they are burned, but they are securely sealed
driver airbag is located in the center of the steering
within the airbag inflator. However, the nitrogen gas
wheel, where it is secured with two screws to the
that is produced when the chemicals are burned is
steering wheel armature. Concealed beneath the
harmless. A small amount of residue from the burned
driver airbag trim cover are the horn switch, the
chemicals may cause some temporary discomfort if it
folded airbag cushion, the airbag retainer or housing,
contacts the skin, eyes, or breathing passages. If skin
the airbag inflator, and the retainers that secure the
or eye irritation is noticed, rinse the affected area
trim cover to the airbag housing. The resistive mem-
with plenty of cool, clean water. If breathing pas-
brane-type horn switch is secured with heat stakes to
sages are irritated, move to another area where there
the inside surface of the airbag trim cover, between
is plenty of clean, fresh air to breath. If the irritation
the trim cover and the folded airbag cushion. The air-
is not alleviated by these actions, contact a physician.
bag inflator is a conventional pyrotechnic-type unit
that is secured with nuts to four studs on the back of
the stamped metal airbag housing.
REMOVAL
The following procedure is for replacement of a faulty
The driver airbag trim cover has locking blocks
or damaged driver airbag. If the driver airbag has been
molded into the back side of it that engage a lip
deployed, the clockspring and the steering column
formed around the perimeter of the airbag housing.
assembly must also be replaced. (Refer to 8 - ELEC-
Two stamped metal retainers then fit over the infla-
TRICAL/RESTRAINTS/CLOCKSPRING - REMOVAL)
tor mounting studs on the back of the airbag housing
(Refer to 19 - STEERING/COLUMN - REMOVAL).
and tabs on the retainer are engaged in slots on the
inside of the trim cover, securely locking the cover WARNING: DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM BEFORE
into place. One horn switch pigtail wire has an eyelet ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING
terminal connector that is captured on the upper left COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT
inflator mounting stud between the inflator and the DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. DISCONNECT AND ISO-
upper trim cover retainer. The connector insulator of LATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE,
the other horn switch pigtail wire is routed between THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYS-
the upper right inflator mounting stud and the infla- TEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PER-
tor, where it is captured by a small plastic that is FORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS
pushed onto the stud. The driver airbag cannot be IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG
repaired, and must be replaced if deployed or in any SYSTEM. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRECAU-
way damaged. The driver airbag trim cover and horn TIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG
switch are available as a unit, and may be disassem- DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
bled from the driver airbag for service replacement.
(3) Pull the driver airbag away from the steering DISASSEMBLY
wheel far enough to access the two wire harness con-
The horn switch is integral to the driver airbag
nectors at the back of the airbag.
trim cover. If either component is faulty or damaged,
(4) Disconnect the clockspring horn switch pigtail
the entire driver airbag trim cover and horn switch
wire connector from the horn switch feed pigtail wire
unit must be replaced.
connector, which is located at the back of the driver
airbag. WARNING: DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM
BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL,
CAUTION: Do not pull on the clockspring pigtail
STEERING COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL
wire to disengage the connector from the driver air-
COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. DISCON-
bag inflator connector receptacle.
NECT AND ISOLATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE
(5) The clockspring driver airbag pigtail wire con- (GROUND) CABLE, THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES FOR
nector is a tight snap-fit into the airbag inflator con- THE AIRBAG SYSTEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE
nector receptacle, which is located at the back of the BEFORE PERFORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR
driver airbag. Firmly grasp and pull or gently pry on SERVICE. THIS IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DIS-
the clockspring driver airbag wire harness connector ABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM. FAILURE TO TAKE
to disconnect it from the airbag inflator connector THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN
receptacle. ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSI-
(6) Remove the driver airbag from the steering BLE PERSONAL INJURY.
wheel.
(7) If the driver airbag has been deployed, the
clockspring and the steering column must be
replaced. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/RESTRAINTS/
CLOCKSPRING - REMOVAL) (Refer to 19 - STEER-
ING/COLUMN - REMOVAL).
8O - 16 RESTRAINTS BR/BE
DRIVER AIRBAG (Continued)
WARNING: THE HORN SWITCH IS INTEGRAL TO
THE DRIVER AIRBAG UNIT. SERVICE OF THIS UNIT
SHOULD BE PERFORMED ONLY BY DAIMLER-
CHRYSLER-TRAINED AND AUTHORIZED DEALER
SERVICE TECHNICIANS. FAILURE TO TAKE THE
PROPER PRECAUTIONS OR TO FOLLOW THE
PROPER PROCEDURES COULD RESULT IN ACCI-
DENTAL, INCOMPLETE, OR IMPROPER AIRBAG
DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE OCCUPANT INJU-
RIES.
(1) Position the front seat belt buckle onto the seat
cushion frame.
BR/BE RESTRAINTS 8O - 21
FRONT SEAT BELT BUCKLE (Continued)
(2) On the driver’s side only, reconnect the body OPERATION
wire harness connector for the seat belt switch to the The passenger airbag is deployed by an electrical
seat belt switch pigtail wire connector on the seat signal generated by the Airbag Control Module
belt buckle. (ACM) through the passenger airbag line 1 and line 2
(3) Install and tighten the screw that secures the (or squib) circuits. The hybrid-type inflator assembly
seat belt buckle to the anchor on the seat cushion includes a small canister of highly compressed argon
frame. Tighten the screw to 40 N·m (29 ft. lbs.). gas. When the ACM sends the proper electrical signal
to the airbag inflator, the electrical energy generates
enough heat to ignite chemical pellets within the
PASSENGER AIRBAG inflator. Once ignited, these chemical pellets burn
rapidly and produce the pressure necessary to rup-
DESCRIPTION ture a containment disk in the argon gas canister.
The rearward facing surface of the passenger air- The inflator and argon gas canister are sealed to the
bag door above the glove box is the most visible part airbag cushion so that all of the released argon gas is
of the passenger airbag. The airbag used in this directed into the airbag cushion, causing the cushion
model is a Next Generation-type that complies with to inflate. As the cushion inflates, the passenger air-
revised federal airbag standards to deploy with less bag door will split at the breakout lines and the door
force than those used in some prior models. The pas- will pivot out of the way. Following an airbag deploy-
senger airbag is located in the instrument panel in ment, the airbag cushion quickly deflates by venting
front of the front seat passenger seating position, the argon gas through the porous fabric material
where it is secured to the instrument panel. Con- used on each end panel of the airbag cushion.
cealed beneath the passenger airbag door are the Some of the chemicals used to create the pressure
folded airbag cushion, the airbag retainer or housing, to burst the argon gas containment disk are consid-
and the airbag inflator. The airbag inflator is a ered hazardous in their solid state, before they are
hybrid-type unit that is secured to and sealed within burned, but they are securely sealed within the air-
the stamped steel airbag housing along with the bag inflator. However, the gas that is produced when
folded airbag cushion. The airbag housing stamping the chemicals are burned is harmless. A small
also includes the two mounting brackets, one front amount of residue from the burned chemicals may
and one rear. The front bracket is secured beneath cause some temporary discomfort if it contacts the
the instrument panel top cover with screws to the skin, eyes, or breathing passages. If skin or eye irri-
instrument panel structural support. The rear tation is noticed, rinse the affected area with plenty
bracket is secured with screws to the upper glove box of cool, clean water. If breathing passages are irri-
opening reinforcement. A yellow connector on the end tated, move to another area where there is plenty of
of a short, two-wire pigtail harness connects the pas- clean, fresh air to breath. If the irritation is not alle-
senger airbag inflator to the vehicle electrical system. viated by these actions, contact a physician immedi-
The molded plastic passenger airbag door has pre- ately.
determined breakout lines concealed beneath its dec-
orative cover. The lower edge of the passenger airbag REMOVAL
door is secured to the airbag housing, and includes
the two passenger side panel outlets. The sides and WARNING: DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM
upper edges are secured to the instrument panel top BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL,
cover with five molded tabs that are each fit with a STEERING COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL
small metal retainer. The five retainers are snapped COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. DISCON-
into five slotted receptacles located around the sides NECT AND ISOLATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE
and top of the airbag door opening in the instrument (GROUND) CABLE, THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES FOR
panel top cover. Following a passenger airbag deploy- THE AIRBAG SYSTEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE
ment, the passenger airbag and airbag door unit BEFORE PERFORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR
must be replaced. The passenger airbag cannot be SERVICE. THIS IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DIS-
repaired, and must be replaced if faulty or in any ABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM. FAILURE TO TAKE
way damaged. The passenger airbag door is serviced THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN
only as a unit with the passenger airbag, and ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSI-
includes the two passenger side heating and air con- BLE PERSONAL INJURY.
ditioning panel outlet housings and barrels.
8O - 22 RESTRAINTS BR/BE
PASSENGER AIRBAG (Continued)
WARNING: WHEN REMOVING A DEPLOYED AIR-
BAG, RUBBER GLOVES, EYE PROTECTION, AND A
LONG-SLEEVED SHIRT SHOULD BE WORN. THERE
MAY BE DEPOSITS ON THE AIRBAG UNIT AND
OTHER INTERIOR SURFACES. IN LARGE DOSES,
THESE DEPOSITS MAY CAUSE IRRITATION TO THE
SKIN AND EYES.
Fig. 20 Passenger Airbag On/Off Switch Connectors (8) Remove the passenger airbag on/off switch
1 - PASSENGER AIRBAG ON/OFF SWITCH PIGTAIL WIRE from the face plate.
CONNECTORS
2 - INSTRUMENT PANEL WIRE HARNESS CONNECTORS
3 - BRACKET
INSTALLATION
4 - REINFORCEMENT
WARNING: DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM
BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL,
STEERING COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL
COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. DISCON-
NECT 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 DIS-
ABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM. FAILURE TO TAKE
THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN
ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSI-
BLE PERSONAL INJURY.
REAR SEAT BELT & (5) Remove the screw that secures the shoulder
RETRACTOR belt turning loop to the quarter inner panel.
(6) Remove the trim from the quarter inner panel.
(Refer to 23 - BODY/INTERIOR/QUARTER TRIM
REMOVAL PANEL - REMOVAL).
WARNING: DURING AND FOLLOWING ANY SEAT (7) Disengage the rear seat shoulder belt turning
BELT SERVICE, CAREFULLY INSPECT ALL SEAT loop and lower seat belt anchor plate from the quar-
BELTS, BUCKLES, MOUNTING HARDWARE, AND ter trim panel.
RETRACTORS FOR PROPER INSTALLATION, (8) Remove the screw that secures the retractor to
OPERATION, OR DAMAGE. REPLACE ANY BELT the quarter inner panel near the C-pillar.
THAT IS CUT, FRAYED, OR TORN. STRAIGHTEN (9) Remove the rear shoulder belt and retractor
ANY BELT THAT IS TWISTED. TIGHTEN ANY from the quarter inner panel.
LOOSE FASTENERS. REPLACE ANY BELT THAT
HAS A DAMAGED OR INOPERATIVE BUCKLE OR INSTALLATION
RETRACTOR. REPLACE ANY BELT THAT HAS A
WARNING: DURING AND FOLLOWING ANY SEAT
BENT OR DAMAGED LATCH PLATE OR ANCHOR
BELT SERVICE, CAREFULLY INSPECT ALL SEAT
PLATE. NEVER ATTEMPT TO REPAIR A SEAT BELT
BELTS, BUCKLES, MOUNTING HARDWARE, AND
COMPONENT. ALWAYS REPLACE DAMAGED OR
RETRACTORS FOR PROPER INSTALLATION,
FAULTY SEAT BELT COMPONENTS WITH THE COR-
OPERATION, OR DAMAGE. REPLACE ANY BELT
RECT, NEW AND UNUSED REPLACEMENT PARTS
THAT IS CUT, FRAYED, OR TORN. STRAIGHTEN
LISTED IN THE MOPAR PARTS CATALOG.
ANY BELT THAT IS TWISTED. TIGHTEN ANY
(1) Remove the rear seat from the passenger com- LOOSE FASTENERS. REPLACE ANY BELT THAT
partment. (Refer to 23 - BODY/SEATS/REAR SEAT - HAS A DAMAGED OR INOPERATIVE BUCKLE OR
REMOVAL). RETRACTOR. REPLACE ANY BELT THAT HAS A
(2) Remove the trim cover from the door sill. BENT OR DAMAGED LATCH PLATE OR ANCHOR
(Refer to 23 - BODY/INTERIOR/DOOR SILL TRIM - PLATE. NEVER ATTEMPT TO REPAIR A SEAT BELT
REMOVAL). COMPONENT. ALWAYS REPLACE DAMAGED OR
(3) Remove the screw that secures the lower seat FAULTY SEAT BELT COMPONENTS WITH THE COR-
belt anchor plate to the quarter inner panel near the RECT, NEW AND UNUSED REPLACEMENT PARTS
base of the C-pillar (Fig. 23). LISTED IN THE MOPAR PARTS CATALOG.
(4) Unsnap and lift the rear shoulder belt turning
(1) Position the rear shoulder belt retractor onto
loop cover to access the screw that secures the turn-
the quarter inner panel (Fig. 23).
ing loop to the quarter inner panel near the top of
the C-pillar.
BR/BE RESTRAINTS 8O - 27
REAR SEAT BELT & RETRACTOR (Continued)
(2) Install and tighten the screw that secures the (2) Fold the rear seat unit up and back against the
retractor to the quarter inner panel. Tighten the cab back panel (stowed position) for access to the
screw to 40 N·m (29 ft. lbs.). rear seat belt buckle anchors.
(3) Engage the rear seat shoulder belt turning loop (3) Reach through the opening between the rear
and lower seat belt anchor plate with the quarter seat back and the floor panel to access and remove
trim panel. the nut that secures the rear seat belt buckle/buckle
(4) Reinstall the trim onto the quarter inner panel. unit (right side) or lap belt/buckle unit (left side)
(Refer to 23 - BODY/INTERIOR/QUARTER TRIM anchor plate to the stud on the rear floor panel (Fig.
PANEL - INSTALLATION). 24).
(5) Position the shoulder belt turning loop onto the
quarter inner panel near the top of the C-pillar.
(6) Install and tighten the screw that secures the
shoulder belt turning loop to the quarter inner panel.
Tighten the screw to 40 N·m (29 ft. lbs.).
(7) Fold and snap the cover over the rear shoulder
belt turning loop to conceal the screw that secures
the turning loop to the quarter inner panel.
(8) Position the lower seat belt anchor plate onto
the quarter inner panel near the base of the C-pillar.
(9) Install and tighten the screw that secures the
lower seat belt anchor plate to the quarter inner
panel near the base of the C-pillar. Tighten the screw
to 40 N·m (29 ft. lbs.).
(10) Reinstall the trim cover onto the door sill.
(Refer to 23 - BODY/INTERIOR/DOOR SILL TRIM -
INSTALLATION). Fig. 24 Rear Seat Belt Buckle Remove/Install
(11) Reinstall the rear seat into the passenger
1 - CAB BACK PANEL
compartment. (Refer to 23 - BODY/SEATS/REAR
2 - REAR FLOOR PANEL
SEAT - INSTALLATION). 3 - REAR SEAT BUCKLE/BUCKLE UNIT
4 - REAR SEAT LAP BELT/BUCKLE UNIT
(1) Unsnap and lift the seat belt turning loop cover
(1) Fold and snap the seat belt turning loop cover
to expose the anchor screw that secures the turning
back into place over the anchor screw that secures
loop to the height adjuster.
the turning loop to the adjuster.
(2) Using the head of the turning loop anchor
(2) Position the height adjuster knob to the seat
screw as a fulcrum, carefully pry the knob from the
belt turning loop height adjuster lever.
height adjuster lever with a suitable trim tool (Fig.
(3) Using hand pressure, push the knob firmly and
25).
evenly onto the lever until it is fully engaged.
INSTALLATION
WARNING: DURING AND FOLLOWING ANY SEAT
BELT SERVICE, CAREFULLY INSPECT ALL SEAT
BELTS, BUCKLES, MOUNTING HARDWARE, AND
RETRACTORS FOR PROPER INSTALLATION,
OPERATION, OR DAMAGE. REPLACE ANY BELT
THAT IS CUT, FRAYED, OR TORN. STRAIGHTEN
ANY BELT THAT IS TWISTED. TIGHTEN ANY
LOOSE FASTENERS. REPLACE ANY BELT THAT
HAS A DAMAGED OR INOPERATIVE BUCKLE OR
RETRACTOR. REPLACE ANY BELT THAT HAS A
BENT OR DAMAGED LATCH PLATE OR ANCHOR
PLATE. NEVER ATTEMPT TO REPAIR A SEAT BELT
COMPONENT. ALWAYS REPLACE DAMAGED OR
FAULTY SEAT BELT COMPONENTS WITH THE COR-
RECT, NEW AND UNUSED REPLACEMENT PARTS
LISTED IN THE MOPAR PARTS CATALOG.
BR/BE SPEED CONTROL 8P - 1
SPEED CONTROL
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
OPERATION - SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM trol. To store a set speed, depress the SET switch
while the vehicle is moving at a speed between 35
Gas Engines and/or Diesel With Automatic Trans. and 85 mph. In order for the speed control to engage,
When speed control is selected by depressing the the brakes cannot be applied.The speed control can
ON switch, the PCM allows a set speed to be stored be disengaged manually by:
in PCM RAM for speed control. To store a set speed, • Stepping on the brake pedal
depress the SET switch while the vehicle is moving • Depressing the OFF switch
at a speed between 35 and 85 mph. In order for the • Depressing the CANCEL switch.
speed control to engage, the brakes cannot be • Depressing the clutch pedal
applied, nor can the gear selector be indicating the
transmission is in Park or Neutral.The speed control NOTE: Depressing the OFF switch or turning off the
can be disengaged manually by: ignition switch will erase the set speed stored in
• Stepping on the brake pedal the ECM.
• Depressing the OFF switch
For added safety, the speed control system is pro-
• Depressing the CANCEL switch.
grammed to disengage for any of the following condi-
• Depressing the clutch pedal (if equipped)
tions:
NOTE: Depressing the OFF switch or turning off the • A rapid increase of rpm (indication that the
ignition switch will erase the set speed stored in clutch has been disengaged)
the PCM. • Excessive engine rpm (indicates that the trans-
mission may be in a low gear)
For added safety, the speed control system is pro- • The speed signal increases at a rate of 10 mph
grammed to disengage for any of the following condi- per second (indicates that the coefficient of friction
tions: between the road surface and tires is extremely low)
• An indication of Park or Neutral • The speed signal decreases at a rate of 10 mph
• A rapid increase of rpm (indication that the per second (indicates that the vehicle may have
clutch has been disengaged) decelerated at an extremely high rate)
• Excessive engine rpm (indicates that the trans- Once the speed control has been disengaged,
mission may be in a low gear) depressing the RES/ACCEL switch (when speed is
• The speed signal increases at a rate of 10 mph greater than 30 mph) restores the vehicle to the tar-
per second (indicates that the coefficient of friction get speed that was stored in the ECM.
between the road surface and tires is extremely low) While the speed control is engaged, the driver can
• The speed signal decreases at a rate of 10 mph increase the vehicle speed by depressing the RES/AC-
per second (indicates that the vehicle may have CEL switch. The new target speed is stored in the
decelerated at an extremely high rate) ECM when the RES/ACCEL is released. The ECM also
Once the speed control has been disengaged, has a 9tap-up9 feature in which vehicle speed increases
depressing the RES/ACCEL switch (when speed is at a rate of approximately 2 mph for each momentary
greater than 30 mph) restores the vehicle to the tar- switch activation of the RES/ACCEL switch.
get speed that was stored in the PCM. A “tap down” feature is used to decelerate without
While the speed control is engaged, the driver can disengaging the speed control system. To decelerate
increase the vehicle speed by depressing the RES/AC- from an existing recorded target speed, momentarily
CEL switch. The new target speed is stored in the depress the COAST switch. For each switch activa-
PCM when the RES/ACCEL is released. The PCM tion, speed will be lowered approximately 1 mph.
also has a 9tap-up9 feature in which vehicle speed
increases at a rate of approximately 2 mph for each DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - VACUUM SUPPLY
momentary switch activation of the RES/ACCEL
switch. Gas Powered Engines
A “tap down” feature is used to decelerate without On gasoline powered engines: actual engine vac-
disengaging the speed control system. To decelerate uum, a vacuum reservoir, a one-way check valve and
from an existing recorded target speed, momentarily vacuum lines are used to supply vacuum to the speed
depress the COAST switch. For each switch activa- control servo.
tion, speed will be lowered approximately 1 mph. (1) Disconnect vacuum hose at speed control servo
and install a vacuum gauge into the disconnected hose.
Diesel With Manual Trans. (2) Start engine and observe gauge at idle. Vac-
When speed control is selected by depressing the uum gauge should read at least ten inches of mer-
ON switch, the Engine Control Module (ECM) allows cury.
a set speed to be stored in ECM RAM for speed con-
BR/BE SPEED CONTROL 8P - 3
SPEED CONTROL (Continued)
(3) If vacuum is less than ten inches of mercury, (a) Locate one-way check valve. The valve is
determine source of leak. Check vacuum line to located in vacuum line between speed control servo
engine for leaks. Also check actual engine intake and engine vacuum pump. Disconnect vacuum
manifold vacuum. If manifold vacuum does not meet hoses (lines) at each end of valve.
this requirement, check for poor engine performance (b) Connect a hand-operated vacuum pump to
and repair as necessary. reservoir end of check valve. Apply vacuum. Vac-
(4) If vacuum line to engine is not leaking, check uum should not bleed off. If vacuum is being lost,
for leak at vacuum reservoir. To locate and gain replace one-way check valve.
access to reservoir, refer to Vacuum Reservoir Remov- (c) Connect a hand-operated vacuum pump to
al/Installation in this group. Disconnect vacuum line vacuum source end of check valve. Apply vacuum.
at reservoir and connect a hand-operated vacuum Vacuum should flow through valve. If vacuum is
pump to reservoir fitting. Apply vacuum. Reservoir not flowing, replace one-way check valve. Seal the
vacuum should not bleed off. If vacuum is being lost, fitting at opposite end of valve with a finger and
replace reservoir. apply vacuum. If vacuum will not hold, diaphragm
(5) Verify operation of one-way check valve and within check valve has ruptured. Replace valve.
check it for leaks.
(a) Locate one-way check valve. The valve is Diesel Engine With Manual Trans.
located in vacuum line between vacuum reservoir Vacuum is not used for any part of the speed con-
and engine vacuum source. Disconnect vacuum trol system if equipped with a diesel engine and a
hoses (lines) at each end of valve. manual transmission.
(b) Connect a hand-operated vacuum pump to
reservoir end of check valve. Apply vacuum. Vac- DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - ROAD TEST
uum should not bleed off. If vacuum is being lost, Perform a vehicle road test to verify reports of
replace one-way check valve. speed control system malfunction. The road test
(c) Connect a hand-operated vacuum pump to should include attention to the speedometer.
vacuum source end of check valve. Apply vacuum. If a road test verifies a system problem and the
Vacuum should flow through valve. If vacuum is speedometer operates properly, check for:
not flowing, replace one-way check valve. Seal the • A Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC). If a DTC
fitting at opposite end of valve with a finger and exists, conduct tests per the Powertrain Diagnostic
apply vacuum. If vacuum will not hold, diaphragm Procedures service manual.
within check valve has ruptured. Replace valve. • A misadjusted brake (stop) lamp switch. This
could also cause an intermittent problem.
Diesel Engines With Automatic Trans. • Loose, damaged or corroded electrical connec-
On diesel powered engines equipped with an auto- tions at the servo. Corrosion should be removed from
matic transmission: an engine driven vacuum pump, electrical terminals and a light coating of Mopar
a one-way check valve and vacuum lines are used to MultiPurpose Grease, or equivalent, applied.
supply vacuum to the speed control servo. A vacuum • Leaking vacuum reservoir.
reservoir is not used. • Loose or leaking vacuum hoses or connections.
(1) Disconnect vacuum hose at speed control servo • Defective one-way vacuum check valve.
and install a vacuum gauge into the disconnected • Secure attachment of both ends of the speed con-
hose. trol servo cable.
(2) Start engine and observe gauge at idle. For • Smooth operation of throttle linkage and throttle
vacuum testing and vacuum specifications, refer to body air valve.
Vacuum Pump Output—Diesel Engine in 9, Engines. • Failed speed control servo. Do the servo vacuum
(3) If vacuum pump output is OK, determine other test.
source of leak. Check all vacuum lines to: speed con-
trol servo, engine vacuum pump and heating/air con- CAUTION: When test probing for voltage or conti-
ditioning system for leaks. nuity at electrical connectors, care must be taken
(4) Verify operation of one-way check valve and not to damage connector, terminals or seals. If
check it for leaks. these components are damaged, intermittent or
complete system failure may occur.
8P - 4 SPEED CONTROL BR/BE
SPEED CONTROL (Continued)
SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE - SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM
INSTALLATION
The vacuum reservoir is located under the plastic
cowel plenum cover at lower base of windshield. The
vacuum reservoir is not used if equipped with a die-
sel engine.
(1) Install vacuum reservoir and two mounting
screws. Tighten screws to 2.2 N·m (20 in. lbs.) torque.
(2) Connect vacuum supply hose to vacuum reser-
voir.
(3) Position cowel plenum cover/grille panel to
vehicle.
(4) Install and tighten cowel cover fasteners to
vehicle body.
Fig. 23 Vacuum Reservoir Remove/Install
(5) Install rubber weather-strip at front edge of
1 - COWL PLENUM
cowel grill.
2 - VACUUM RESERVOIR
(6) Install windshield wiper arms. Refer to 8,
Wiper and Washer Systems.
(7) Connect negative battery to cable.
BR/BE VEHICLE THEFT SECURITY 8Q - 1
page page
VEHICLE THEFT SECURITY VTSS indicating whether the system should remain
armed or be disarmed. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
POWER LOCKS/DOOR CYLINDER LOCK SWITCH
DESCRIPTION
- DESCRIPTION).
The Vehicle Theft Security System (VTSS) is an
• Horn Relay - The horn relay is located in the
available factory-installed option on this model when
Power Distribution Center (PDC) in the engine com-
it is also equipped with the high-line or premium
partment near the battery. The horn relay is nor-
Central Timer Module (CTM). The VTSS is designed
mally activated by the horn switch to control the
to provide perimeter protection against unauthorized
sounding of the vehicle horn or horns. However, it
use or tampering by monitoring the vehicle doors and
can also be activated by an output of the Central
the ignition system. If unauthorized vehicle use or
Timer Module (CTM) to provide an audible indication
tampering is detected, the system responds by puls-
that unauthorized vehicle use or tampering has been
ing the horn, flashing the headlamps, and preventing
detected. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/HORN/HORN
the engine from operating.
RELAY - DESCRIPTION).
The VTSS includes the following major compo-
• Headlamp Relay - The headlamp relay (also
nents, which are described in further detail else-
known as the security relay) is located in the Power
where in this service manual:
Distribution Center (PDC) in the engine compart-
• Central Timer Module - The high-line or pre-
ment near the battery. The headlamp relay is nor-
mium Central Timer Module (CTM) is located under
mally activated by the Central Timer Module (CTM)
the driver side end of the instrument panel, inboard
based upon inputs from the Remote Keyless Entry
of the instrument panel steering column opening.
(RKE) panic mode feature. However, it can also be
The high-line or premium CTM contains a micropro-
activated by an output of the CTM to flash the head-
cessor and software that allow it to provide many
lamp low beams to provide a highly visible indication
electronic functions and features not available with
that unauthorized vehicle use or tampering has been
base version of the CTM, including the VTSS. The
detected. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/LAMPS/LIGHT-
CTM provides all of the proper VTSS features and
ING - EXTERIOR/HEADLAMP RELAY - DESCRIP-
outputs based upon the monitored inputs. The CTM
TION).
circuitry monitors hard wired switch inputs, as well
• VTSS Indicator - A red Light Emitting Diode
as message inputs received from other vehicle elec-
(LED) located on the lower surface of the overhead
tronic modules over the Chrysler Collision Detection
console near the windshield is illuminated by an out-
(CCD) data bus network. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
put of the Central Timer Module (CTM) to indicate
ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULES/BODY CON-
the status of the VTSS. This LED is integral to the
TROL/CENTRAL TIMER MODULE -
electronic circuit board for the Compass Mini-Trip
DESCRIPTION).
Computer (CMTC). (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
• Door Ajar Switch - A door ajar switch is
OVERHEAD CONSOLE/COMPASS/MINI-TRIP
located on the hinge pillar of each front door in the
COMPUTER - DESCRIPTION).
vehicle. These switches provide an input to the VTSS
The engine no-run feature of the VTSS relies upon
indicating whether the door is opened or closed.
communication between the high-line or premium
(Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/LAMPS/LIGHTING -
CTM and the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) over
INTERIOR/DOOR AJAR SWITCH - DESCRIPTION).
the Chrysler Collision Detection (CCD) data bus net-
• Door Cylinder Lock Switch - A door cylinder
work.
lock switch is located on the back of each front door
Hard wired circuitry connects many of the VTSS
lock cylinder. This switch provides an input to the
components to each other through the electrical sys-
8Q - 2 VEHICLE THEFT SECURITY BR/BE
VEHICLE THEFT SECURITY (Continued)
tem of the vehicle. These hard wired circuits are VTSS engine no-run feature enable logic will apply
integral to several wire harnesses, which are routed anytime the PCM is replaced with a new unit.
throughout the vehicle and retained by many differ-
ent methods. These circuits may be connected to each ARMING
other, to the vehicle electrical system and to the Passive arming of the VTSS occurs when the vehi-
VTSS components through the use of a combination cle is exited with the key removed from the ignition
of soldered splices, splice block connectors, and many switch, the headlamps are turned off, and the doors
different types of wire harness terminal connectors are locked while they are open using the power lock
and insulators. Refer to the appropriate wiring infor- switch, or locked after they are closed by turning
mation. The wiring information includes wiring dia- either front door lock cylinder to the lock position
grams, proper wire and connector repair procedures, using the key. The power lock switch will not func-
further details on wire harness routing and reten- tion if the key is in the ignition switch or the head-
tion, as well as pin-out and location views for the lamps are turned on with the driver side front door
various wire harness connectors, splices and grounds. open. The VTSS will not arm if the doors are locked
using the mechanical lock button. Active arming of
OPERATION the VTSS occurs when the “Lock” button on the
A Central Timer Module (CTM) is used on this Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is
model to control and integrate many of the electronic depressed to lock the vehicle. For active arming to
functions and features included in the Vehicle Theft occur, the doors must be closed and the ignition
Security System (VTSS). In the VTSS, the CTM switch must be in the Off position when the RKE
receives inputs indicating the status of the door ajar transmitter “Lock” button is depressed. However,
switches, the door cylinder lock switch, and the igni- once the VTSS arming process has been completed,
tion switch. The programming in the CTM allows it the ignition switch can be turned to the Accessory
to process the information from all of these inputs position without triggering the alarm.
and send control outputs to energize or de-energize Once the VTSS begins passive or active arming,
the horn relay, the headlamp relay, and the VTSS the security indicator lamp in the overhead console
indicator. The control of these inputs and outputs are will flash rapidly for about fifteen seconds. This indi-
what constitute all of the features of the VTSS. Fol- cates that the VTSS arming is in progress. Turning a
lowing is information on the operation of each of the key in the ignition switch, opening a door, or unlock-
VTSS features. Refer to the owner’s manual in the ing a door by any means during the fifteen second
vehicle glove box for more information on the fea- arming process will cause the VTSS indicator to stop
tures, use and operation of the VTSS. flashing and the arming process to abort. Once the
fifteen second arming function is successfully com-
ENABLING pleted, the indicator will flash at a slower rate, indi-
The high-line or premium version of the CTM must cating that the VTSS is armed.
have the VTSS function electronically enabled in
order for the VTSS to perform as designed. The logic DISARMING
in the CTM keeps its VTSS function dormant until it Passive disarming of the VTSS occurs when the
is enabled using a DRBIII® scan tool. The VTSS vehicle is unlocked using the key to unlock either
function of the high-line or premium CTM is enabled front door. Active disarming of the VTSS occurs when
on vehicles equipped with the VTSS option at the the vehicle is unlocked by depressing the “Unlock”
factory, but a service replacement CTM must be button of the RKE transmitter. Once the alarm has
VTSS-enabled by the dealer using a DRBIII® scan been activated (horn pulsing, headlamps flashing,
tool. Refer to the appropriate diagnostic information. and the engine no-run feature), either disarming
The VTSS engine no-run feature is disabled when method will also deactivate the alarm. Depressing
it is shipped from the factory. This is done by pro- the “Panic” button on the RKE transmitter will not
gramming within the Powertrain Control Module disarm the VTSS.
(PCM). The logic in the PCM prevents the VTSS
engine no-run feature from arming until the engine POWER-UP MODE
start counter within the PCM sees twenty engine When the armed VTSS senses that the battery has
starts. The VTSS no-run feature must be enabled by been disconnected and reconnected, it enters its pow-
the dealer when the vehicle is received from the er-up mode. In the power-up mode the alarm system
assembly plant. Once the VTSS engine no-run fea- remains armed following a battery failure or discon-
ture has been enabled, it cannot be disabled unless nect. If the VTSS was armed prior to a battery dis-
the PCM is replaced with a new unit. The same connect or failure, the technician or vehicle operator
will have to actively or passively disarm the alarm
system after the battery is reconnected. The pow-
BR/BE VEHICLE THEFT SECURITY 8Q - 3
VEHICLE THEFT SECURITY (Continued)
er-up mode will also apply if the battery goes dead LATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE,
while the system is armed, and battery jump-starting THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYS-
is attempted. The engine no-run feature will prevent TEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PER-
the engine from starting until the alarm system has FORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS
been actively or passively disarmed. The VTSS will IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG
be armed until the technician or vehicle operator has SYSTEM. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
actively or passively disarmed the alarm system. If CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
the VTSS is in the disarmed mode prior to a battery BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
disconnect or failure, it will remain disarmed after INJURY.
the battery is reconnected or replaced, or if jump-
starting is attempted.
WIPERS/WASHERS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
WIPERS/WASHERS OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 WIPER ARM
WIPER & WASHER SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
CLEANING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
WASHER FLUID LEVEL SWITCH INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 WIPER BLADE
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
WASHER HOSES/TUBES INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 WIPER MODULE
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
WASHER NOZZLE OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 WIPER RELAY
INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
WASHER PUMP/MOTOR OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 WIPER RELAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
WASHER RESERVOIR
DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
OPERATION
Fig. 1 Wiper Blade Inspection The washer fluid level switch uses a pivoting,
1 - WORN OR UNEVEN EDGES oblong float to monitor the level of the washer fluid
2 - ROAD FILM OR FOREIGN MATERIAL DEPOSITS in the washer reservoir. The float contains a small
3 - HARD, BRITTLE, OR CRACKED magnet. When the float pivots, the changing proxim-
4 - DEFORMED OR FATIGUED ity of its magnetic field will cause the contacts of the
5 - SPLIT small, stationary reed switch to open or close. When
6 - DAMAGED SUPPORT COMPONENTS
the fluid level in the washer reservoir is at or above
the float level, the float moves to a vertical position
WASHER SYSTEM and the switch contacts open. When the fluid level in
The washer system components should be the washer reservoir falls below the pivoting float,
inspected periodically, not just when washer perfor- the float moves to a horizontal position and the
mance problems are experienced. This inspection switch contacts close. The switch contacts are con-
should include the following points: nected in series between ground and the washer fluid
(1) Check for ice or other foreign material in the switch sense input of the instrument cluster. The
washer reservoir. If contaminated, clean and flush switch is connected to the vehicle electrical system
the washer system. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/WIP- through a dedicated take out and connector of the
ERS/WASHERS - CLEANING). headlamp and dash wire harness. The switch
(2) Inspect the washer plumbing for pinched, leak- receives ground through another take out of the
ing, deteriorated, or incorrectly routed hoses and headlamp and dash wire harness with a single eyelet
damaged or disconnected hose fittings. Replace dam- terminal connector that is secured under a nut to a
aged or deteriorated hoses and hose fittings. Leaking ground stud located on the front extension of the left
washer hoses can sometimes be repaired by cutting front wheel housing in the engine compartment. The
the hose at the leak and splicing it back together washer fluid level switch can be diagnosed using con-
using an in-line connector fitting. Similarly, sections ventional diagnostic tools and methods. (Refer to 8 -
of deteriorated hose can be cut out and replaced by ELECTRICAL/INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/WASHER
splicing in new sections of hose using in-line connec- FLUID INDICATOR - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING).
tor fittings. Whenever routing a washer hose or a
wire harness containing a washer hose, it must be
routed away from hot, sharp, or moving parts. Also,
8R - 8 WIPERS/WASHERS BR/BE
WASHER FLUID LEVEL SWITCH (Continued)
REMOVAL INSTALLATION
The washer fluid level switch can be removed from (1) Install a new rubber grommet seal into the
the washer reservoir without removing the reservoir washer fluid level switch mounting hole in the front
from the vehicle. of the washer reservoir. Always use a new rubber
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative grommet seal on the reservoir.
cable. (2) Position the float of the washer fluid level
(2) Disconnect the washer hose from the barbed switch through the rubber grommet seal in the
outlet nipple of the washer pump/motor unit and washer reservoir (Fig. 2). The connector receptacle of
allow the washer fluid to drain into a clean container the washer fluid level switch should be pointed
for reuse. downward.
(3) Disconnect the headlamp and dash wire har- (3) Press firmly and evenly on the washer fluid
ness connector for the washer fluid level switch from level switch using hand pressure until the barbed
the switch connector receptacle (Fig. 2). nipple is fully seated in the rubber grommet seal in
the washer reservoir mounting hole.
(4) Reconnect the headlamp and dash wire harness
connector for the washer fluid level switch to the
switch connector receptacle.
(5) Reconnect the washer hose to the barbed outlet
nipple of the washer pump/motor unit.
(6) Refill the washer reservoir with the washer
fluid drained from the reservoir during the removal
procedure.
(7) Reconnect the battery negative cable.
WASHER HOSES/TUBES
DESCRIPTION
The washer plumbing consists of a small diameter
rubber hose that is routed from the barbed outlet
Fig. 2 Washer Reservoir nipple of the washer pump/motor on the washer res-
1 - FAN SHROUD ervoir through the engine compartment along the left
2 - WASHER FLUID LEVEL SWITCH inner fender shield to a molded plastic in-line fitting
3 - WASHER PUMP/MOTOR with barbed nipples near the dash panel. A second
4 - WASHER RESERVOIR section of washer hose passes from the engine com-
partment into the cowl plenum area through a dedi-
NOTE: The pivoting float of the washer fluid level cated hole with a rubber grommet near the left end
switch must be in a horizontal position within the of the cowl plenum panel. Beneath the cowl plenum
reservoir in order to be removed. With the reservoir cover/grille panel, a molded plastic wye fitting with
empty and in an upright position, the pivoting float barbed nipples joins the engine compartment hose to
will orient itself to the horizontal position when the the two washer nozzle hoses. The two washer hoses
switch connector receptacle is pointed straight are routed through locating clips on the underside of
downwards. the cowl plenum cover/grille panel to the two washer
nozzles.
(4) Using a trim stick or another suitable wide Washer hose is available for service only as roll
flat-bladed tool, gently pry the barbed nipple of the stock, which must then be cut to length. The molded
washer fluid level switch out of the rubber grommet plastic washer hose fittings cannot be repaired. If
seal on the rear of the reservoir. Care must be taken these fittings are faulty or damaged, they must be
not to damage the reservoir. replaced.
(5) Remove the washer fluid level switch and float
from the washer reservoir. OPERATION
(6) Remove the rubber grommet seal from the Washer fluid in the washer reservoir is pressurized
washer fluid level switch mounting hole in the and fed by the washer pump/motor through the
washer reservoir and discard. washer system plumbing and fittings to the two
washer nozzles. Whenever routing the washer hose
or a wire harness containing a washer hose, it must
BR/BE WIPERS/WASHERS 8R - 9
WASHER HOSES/TUBES (Continued)
be routed away from hot, sharp, or moving parts; tures of the nozzle are fully engaged with the under-
and, sharp bends that might pinch the hose must be side of the cowl plenum cover/grille panel.
avoided. (3) From the underside of the cowl plenum cover/
grille panel, reconnect the washer hose to the washer
nozzle fitting.
WASHER NOZZLE (4) Reinstall the cowl plenum cover/grille panel
onto the cowl top. (Refer to 23 - BODY/EXTERIOR/
DESCRIPTION COWL GRILLE - INSTALLATION).
The two washer nozzles have integral snap fea-
tures that secure them in dedicated holes in the cowl
plenum cover/grille panel located near the base of the WASHER PUMP/MOTOR
windshield. The domed upper surface of the washer
nozzle is visible on the top of the plenum cover/grille DESCRIPTION
panel, and the nozzle orifice is oriented towards the The washer pump/motor unit is located on the rear
windshield glass. The washer plumbing fittings for of the washer reservoir, near the bottom in the left
the washer nozzles are concealed beneath the cowl front corner of the engine compartment. A small per-
plenum cover/grille panel. These fluidic washer noz- manently lubricated and sealed electric motor is cou-
zles are constructed of molded plastic. The cowl ple- pled to the rotor-type washer pump. A seal flange
num cover/grille panel must be removed from the with a large barbed inlet nipple on the pump housing
vehicle to access the nozzles for service. The washer passes through a rubber grommet seal installed in
nozzles cannot be adjusted or repaired and, if faulty the dedicated mounting hole near the bottom of the
or damaged, they must be replaced. washer reservoir. A smaller barbed outlet nipple on
the pump housing connects the unit to the washer
OPERATION hose. The washer pump/motor unit is retained on the
The two washer nozzles are designed to dispense reservoir by the interference fit between the barbed
washer fluid into the wiper pattern area on the out- pump inlet nipple and the grommet seal, which is a
side of the windshield glass. Pressurized washer fluid light press fit. An integral electrical connector recep-
is fed to each nozzle from the washer reservoir by the tacle is located on the motor housing. The washer
washer pump/motor through rubber hoses, which are pump/motor unit cannot be repaired. If faulty or
attached to a barbed nipple on each washer nozzle damaged, the entire washer pump/motor unit must
below the cowl plenum cover/grille panel. The washer be replaced.
nozzles incorporate a fluidic design, which causes the
nozzle to emit the pressurized washer fluid as an OPERATION
oscillating stream to more effectively cover a larger The washer pump/motor unit is connected to the
area of the glass area to be cleaned. vehicle electrical system through a single take out
and two-cavity connector of the headlamp and dash
REMOVAL wire harness. The washer pump/motor is grounded at
(1) Remove the cowl plenum cover/grille panel all times through a take out of the headlamp and
from the cowl top. (Refer to 23 - BODY/EXTERIOR/ dash wire harness with a single eyelet terminal con-
COWL GRILLE - REMOVAL). nector that is secured by a nut to a ground stud
(2) From the underside of the cowl plenum cover/ located on the forward extension of the left front
grille panel, disconnect the washer hose from the fender wheel housing in the engine compartment.
nozzle fitting. The washer pump/motor receives battery current on
(3) From the underside of the cowl plenum cover/ a fused ignition switch output (run-acc) circuit
grille panel, compress the snap features of the through the closed contacts of the momentary washer
washer nozzle and push the nozzle out through the switch within the multi-function switch only when
top of the panel. the washer button on the end of the switch control
stalk is depressed towards the steering column.
INSTALLATION Washer fluid is gravity-fed from the washer reservoir
(1) From the top of the cowl plenum cover/grille to the inlet side of the washer pump. When the pump
panel, insert the barbed nipple of the washer nozzle motor is energized, the rotor-type pump pressurizes
through the nozzle mounting hole. the washer fluid and forces it through the pump out-
(2) With the orifice of the washer nozzle oriented let nipple, the washer plumbing, and the washer noz-
toward the windshield, use hand pressure to push zles onto the windshield glass.
the nozzle into the mounting hole until the snap fea-
8R - 10 WIPERS/WASHERS BR/BE
WASHER PUMP/MOTOR (Continued)
WASHER RESERVOIR
DESCRIPTION
The molded plastic washer fluid reservoir is
secured with integral mounting tabs to keyed slots
on the left side of the radiator fan shroud in the left
front corner of the engine compartment. A bright yel-
low plastic filler cap with a rubber seal and an Inter-
national Control and Display Symbol icon for
“Windshield Washer” and the text “Washer Fluid
Only” molded into it snaps over the open end of the
filler neck. A bail strap that is integral to the cap
secures the cap to the reservoir filler neck when it is
removed for inspecting or adjusting the fluid level in
Fig. 3 Washer Reservoir the reservoir. There are separate, dedicated holes on
1 - FAN SHROUD the rear side of the reservoir provided for the mount-
2 - WASHER FLUID LEVEL SWITCH ing of the washer/pump motor unit and the washer
3 - WASHER PUMP/MOTOR fluid level switch.
4 - WASHER RESERVOIR The washer reservoir cannot be repaired and, if
faulty or damaged, it must be replaced. The washer
(3) Disconnect the washer hose from the barbed reservoir, the grommet seals for the washer pump/
outlet nipple of the washer pump/motor and allow motor unit and the washer fluid level switch, and the
the washer fluid to drain into a clean container for filler cap are each available for service replacement.
reuse.
(4) Using a trim stick or another suitable wide OPERATION
flat-bladed tool, gently pry the barbed inlet nipple of The washer fluid reservoir provides a secure,
the washer pump out of the rubber grommet seal in on-vehicle storage location for a large reserve of
the reservoir. Care must be taken not to damage the washer fluid for operation of the washer system. The
reservoir. washer reservoir filler neck provides a clearly
(5) Remove the rubber grommet seal from the marked and readily accessible point from which to
washer pump mounting hole in the washer reservoir add washer fluid to the reservoir. The washer/pump
and discard. motor unit is located in a sump area near the bottom
of the reservoir to be certain that washer fluid will
INSTALLATION be available to the pump as the fluid level in the res-
(1) Install a new rubber grommet seal into the ervoir becomes depleted. The washer fluid level
washer pump mounting hole in the washer reservoir. switch is mounted just above the sump area of the
Always use a new rubber grommet seal on the reser- reservoir so that there will be adequate warning to
voir. the vehicle operator that the washer fluid level is
(2) Position the barbed inlet nipple of the washer low, before the washer system will no longer operate.
pump to the rubber grommet seal in the reservoir.
(3) Press firmly and evenly on the washer pump REMOVAL
until the barbed inlet nipple is fully seated in the (1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
rubber grommet seal in the washer reservoir mount- cable.
ing hole. (2) Drain the engine cooling system. (Refer to 7 -
(4) Reconnect the washer hose to the barbed outlet COOLING - STANDARD PROCEDURE - DRAIN/
nipple of the washer pump. ALL EXCEPT DIESEL ENGINE) or (Refer to 7 -
BR/BE WIPERS/WASHERS 8R - 11
WASHER RESERVOIR (Continued)
COOLING - STANDARD PROCEDURE - DRAIN/ (3) Reconnect the washer hose to the barbed outlet
DIESEL ENGINE). nipple of the washer pump.
(3) Disconnect the upper radiator hose from the (4) Reconnect the headlamp and dash wire harness
radiator. connector for the washer pump/motor unit to the
(4) Disconnect the headlamp and dash wire har- motor connector receptacle.
ness connector for the washer fluid level switch from (5) Reconnect the headlamp and dash wire harness
the switch connector receptacle. connector for the washer fluid level switch to the
(5) Disconnect the headlamp and dash wire har- switch connector receptacle.
ness connector for the washer pump/motor unit from (6) Reconnect the upper radiator hose to the radi-
the motor connector receptacle. ator.
(6) Disconnect the washer hose from the barbed (7) Refill the engine cooling system. (Refer to 7 -
outlet nipple of the washer pump/motor and allow COOLING - STANDARD PROCEDURE - REFILL/
the washer fluid to drain into a clean container for ALL EXCEPT DIESEL ENGINE) or (Refer to 7 -
reuse. COOLING - STANDARD PROCEDURE - REFILL/
(7) While pulling the washer reservoir away from DIESEL ENGINE).
the fan shroud, lift the reservoir upwards far enough (8) Refill the washer reservoir with the washer
to disengage the reservoir mounting tabs from the fluid drained from the reservoir during the removal
keyed upper and lower mounting slots in the fan procedure.
shroud (Fig. 4). (9) Reconnect the battery negative cable.
WIPER ARM
DESCRIPTION
The wiper arms are the rigid members located
between the wiper pivots that protrude from the cowl
plenum cover/grille panel near the base of the wind-
shield and the wiper blades on the windshield glass.
The wiper arm has a die cast metal pivot end. On the
underside of this pivot end is a socket formation with
internal serrations and a small, movable, stamped
steel latch plate that is secured loosely under a small
strap that is staked to the pivot end. The wide end of
a tapered, stamped steel channel hinges on and is
secured with a hinge pin to the pivot end of the
wiper arm. One end of a long, rigid, stamped steel
Fig. 4 Washer Reservoir strap, with a small hole near its pivot end, is riveted
1 - FAN SHROUD and crimped within the narrow end of the stamped
2 - WASHER FLUID LEVEL SWITCH steel channel. The tip of the wiper blade end of this
3 - WASHER PUMP strap is bent back under itself to form a small hook.
4 - WASHER RESERVOIR Concealed within the stamped steel channel, one end
of a long spring is hooked through a hole in a small
(8) Remove the washer reservoir from the engine stamped steel strap on the hinge pin within the die
compartment. cast pivot end, while the other end of the spring is
hooked through the small hole in the steel strap. The
INSTALLATION entire wiper arm has a satin black finish applied to
(1) Position the washer reservoir into the engine all of its visible surfaces.
compartment (Fig. 4). A wiper arm cannot be adjusted or repaired. If
(2) Align and insert the upper and lower washer damaged or faulty, the entire wiper arm unit must be
reservoir mounting tabs into the keyed upper and replaced.
lower mounting slots in the radiator fan shroud.
When all the tabs are inserted, use hand pressure to
push the reservoir downwards far enough to engage
the mounting tabs in the keyways of the mounting
slots.
8R - 12 WIPERS/WASHERS BR/BE
WIPER ARM (Continued)
REMOVAL
(1) Unlatch and open the hood.
(2) Lift the wiper arm far enough to raise the
wiper blade off of the glass and permit the wiper arm Fig. 6 Wiper Arm Installation
latch plate to be pulled out to its holding position,
then release the arm (Fig. 5). The wiper arm and (2) Once the wiper arm is indexed to the wiper
blade will remain off the glass with the latch in this pivot, lift the wiper arm away from the windshield
position. slightly to relieve the spring tension on the latch
plate, then push the latch plate into the locked posi-
tion. Gently lower the wiper arm until the wiper
blade rests on the glass.
(3) Wet the windshield glass, then operate the wip-
ers. Turn the wiper control knob on the end of the
multi-function switch control stalk to the Off posi-
tion, then check for the correct wiper arm position
and adjust as required.
WIPER BLADE
Fig. 5 Wiper Arm Remove/Install DESCRIPTION
CAUTION: The use of a screwdriver or other prying Each wiper blade is secured by an integral latching
tool to remove a wiper arm may distort it. This dis- pivot block to the hook formation on the tip of the
tortion could allow the arm to come off of the wiper wiper arms, and rests on the glass near the base of
pivot during wiper operation, regardless of how the windshield when the wipers are not in operation.
carefully it is reinstalled. The wiper blade consists of the following components:
• Superstructure - The superstructure includes
(3) Using a slight rocking motion, remove the several stamped steel bridges and links with claw
wiper arm pivot end from the wiper pivot. formations that grip the wiper blade element. Also
included in this unit is the latching, molded plastic
INSTALLATION pivot block that secures the superstructure to the
wiper arm. All of the metal components of the wiper
NOTE: Be certain that the wiper motor is in the park blade have a satin black finish applied.
position before attempting to install the wiper arms.
BR/BE WIPERS/WASHERS 8R - 13
WIPER BLADE (Continued)
• Element - The wiper element or squeegee is the towards the pivot end of the arm far enough to dis-
resilient rubber member of the wiper blade that con- engage the pivot block from the hook (Fig. 7).
tacts the glass.
• Flexor - The flexor is a rigid metal component
running along the length of each side of the wiper
element where it is gripped by the claws of the
superstructure.
All Ram truck models have two 50 centimeter
(19.69 inch) wiper blades with non-replaceable rub-
ber elements (squeegees). These wiper blades also
include an anti-lift feature. The wiper blades cannot
be adjusted or repaired. If faulty, worn, or damaged
the entire wiper blade unit must be replaced.
WIPER RELAY
DESCRIPTION
The wiper relay (or intermittent wipe relay) is
located in the Power Distribution Center (PDC) near
the battery in the engine compartment. See the fuse
and relay layout label affixed to the inside surface of
the PDC cover for wiper relay identification and loca-
tion. The wiper relay is a conventional International
Standards Organization (ISO) micro relay. Relays
conforming to the ISO specifications have common
physical dimensions, current capacities, terminal pat-
terns, and terminal functions. The relay is contained
within a small, rectangular, molded plastic housing.
The relay is connected to all of the required inputs
Fig. 9 Wiper Module Electrical Connections and outputs through its PDC receptacle by five male
spade-type terminals that extend from the bottom of
1 - GROUND CONNECTOR
2 - WIPER MOTOR CONNECTOR
the relay base. The ISO designation for each termi-
3 - GROUND TERMINAL nal is molded into the base adjacent to the terminal.
The ISO terminal designations are as follows:
• 30 (Common Feed) - This terminal is con-
(6) Disconnect the headlamp and dash wire har- nected to the movable contact point of the relay.
ness connector for the wiper motor from the wiper • 85 (Coil Ground) - This terminal is connected
motor pigtail wire connector. to the ground feed side of the relay control coil.
(7) Disconnect the headlamp and dash wire har- • 86 (Coil Battery) - This terminal is connected
ness ground connector from the wiper motor ground to the battery feed side of the relay control coil.
terminal. • 87 (Normally Open) - This terminal is con-
(8) Remove the wiper module from the cowl ple- nected to the normally open fixed contact point of the
num as a unit. relay.
• 87A (Normally Closed) - This terminal is con-
INSTALLATION nected to the normally closed fixed contact point of
(1) Position the wiper module into the cowl ple- the relay.
num as a unit. The wiper relay cannot be adjusted or repaired. If
(2) Reconnect the headlamp and dash wire harness the relay is damaged or faulty, it must be replaced.
ground connector to the wiper motor ground terminal
(Fig. 9). OPERATION
(3) Reconnect the headlamp and dash wire harness The wiper relay (or intermittent wipe relay) is an
connector for the wiper motor to the wiper motor pig- electromechanical switch that uses a low current
tail wire connector. input from the Central Timer Module (CTM) to con-
(4) Reach into the cowl plenum to align the wiper trol a high current output to the low speed brush of
module mounting bracket with the locations for the the wiper motor. The movable common feed contact
mounting screws (Fig. 8). point is held against the fixed normally closed con-
(5) Install and tighten the four screws that secure tact point by spring pressure. When the relay coil is
the wiper module bracket to the cowl plenum panel energized, an electromagnetic field is produced by the
and the dash panel. Tighten the screws to 8 N·m (72 coil windings. This electromagnetic field draws the
in. lbs.). movable relay contact point away from the fixed nor-
(6) Reinstall the cowl plenum cover/grille panel mally closed contact point, and holds it against the
onto the cowl plenum. (Refer to 23 - BODY/EXTERI- fixed normally open contact point. When the relay
OR/COWL GRILLE - INSTALLATION). coil is de-energized, spring pressure returns the mov-
(7) Reinstall the wiper arms onto the wiper pivots. able contact point back against the fixed normally
(Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/WIPERS/WASHERS/ closed contact point. A resistor or diode is connected
WIPER ARMS - INSTALLATION). in parallel with the relay coil in the relay, and helps
(8) Reconnect the battery negative cable. to dissipate voltage spikes and electromagnetic inter-
ference that can be generated as the electromagnetic
field of the relay coil collapses.
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WIPER MOTOR RELAY (Continued)
The wiper relay terminals are connected to the wiring information. The wiring information includes
vehicle electrical system through a connector recepta- wiring diagrams, proper wire and connector repair
cle in the Power Distribution Center (PDC). The procedures, details of wire harness routing and
inputs and outputs of the wiper relay include: retention, connector pin-out information and location
• The common feed terminal (30) is connected to views for the various wire harness connectors, splices
the wiper motor low speed brush through the wiper and grounds.
control circuitry of the multi-function switch on the (1) Remove the wiper relay from the PDC. (Refer
steering column. When the wiper relay is de-ener- to 8 - ELECTRICAL/WIPERS/WASHERS/WIPER
gized, the common feed terminal is connected to the RELAY - REMOVAL).
wiper park switch output through the wiper park (2) A relay in the de-energized position should
switch sense circuit. The wiper park switch output have continuity between terminals 87A and 30, and
may be battery current (wipers are not parked), or no continuity between terminals 87 and 30. If OK, go
ground (wipers are parked). When the wiper relay is to Step 3. If not OK, replace the faulty relay.
energized, the common feed terminal of the wiper is (3) Resistance between terminals 85 and 86 (elec-
connected to battery current from a fuse in the Junc- tromagnet) should be 75 ± 5 ohms. If OK, go to Step
tion Block (JB) through a fused ignition switch out- 4. If not OK, replace the faulty relay.
put (run-acc) circuit. (4) Connect a battery to terminals 85 and 86.
• The coil ground terminal (85) is connected to the There should now be continuity between terminals
relay control output of the CTM through the wiper 30 and 87, and no continuity between terminals 87A
motor relay control circuit. The CTM controls the and 30. If OK, test the relay input and output cir-
ground path for this circuit internally to energize or cuits. Refer to RELAY CIRCUIT TEST . If not OK,
de-energize the wiper relay based upon its program- replace the faulty relay.
ming and inputs from the wiper and washer control
circuitry of the multi-function switch and from the
wiper motor park switch.
• The coil battery terminal (86) is connected to
battery current from a fuse in the Junction Block
(JB) through a fused ignition switch output (run-acc)
circuit whenever the ignition switch is in the On or
Accessory positions.
• The normally open terminal (87) is connected to
battery current from a fuse in the Junction Block
(JB) through a fused ignition switch output (run-acc)
circuit whenever the wiper relay control coil is ener-
gized by the CTM. This circuit provides fused igni-
tion switch output (run-acc) current to the wiper
Fig. 10 Wiper Relay
motor low speed brush only when the wiper relay
30 - COMMON FEED
control coil is energized.
85 - COIL GROUND
• The normally closed terminal (87A) is connected
86 - COIL BATTERY
to the output of the wiper motor park switch through 87 - NORMALLY OPEN
the wiper motor park switch sense circuit. This cir- 87A - NORMALLY CLOSED
cuit provides battery current (wipers are not parked)
or ground (wipers are parked) to the wiper motor low
RELAY CIRCUIT TEST
speed brush whenever the wiper relay control coil is
de-energized and the Off position of the wiper control (1) The relay common feed terminal cavity (30) is
of the multi-function switch is selected. connected to the multi-function switch. There should
The wiper relay can be diagnosed using conven- be continuity between the receptacle for terminal 30
tional diagnostic tools and methods. of the wiper relay in the PDC and both driver low
speed wiper motor driver circuit cavities of the
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - WIPER RELAY instrument panel wire harness connector for the
The wiper relay (or intermittent wipe relay) (Fig. multi-function switch at all times. If OK, go to Step
10) is located in the Power Distribution Center (PDC) 2. If not OK, repair the open driver low speed wiper
near the battery on the left side of the engine com- motor driver circuit(s) between the PDC and the
partment. See the fuse and relay layout label affixed multi-function switch as required.
to the inside surface of the PDC cover for wiper relay (2) The relay normally closed terminal (87A) is
identification and location. Refer to the appropriate connected to the wiper motor park switch through
the wiper motor park switch sense circuit. There
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WIPER MOTOR RELAY (Continued)
should be continuity between the receptacle for ter- (2) Remove the cover from the Power Distribution
minal 87A of the wiper relay in the PDC and the Center (PDC) (Fig. 11).
wiper motor park switch sense circuit cavity of the
headlamp and dash wire harness connector for the
wiper motor at all times. If OK, go to Step 3. If not
OK, repair the open wiper motor park switch sense
circuit between the PDC and the wiper motor as
required.
(3) The relay normally open terminal (87) is con-
nected to a fused ignition switch output (run-acc)
fuse in the Junction Block (JB) through a fused igni-
tion switch output (run-acc) circuit. There should be
battery voltage at the receptacle for terminal 87 of
the wiper relay in the PDC whenever the ignition
switch is in the On or Accessory positions. If OK, go
to Step 4. If not OK, repair the open fused ignition
switch output (run-acc) circuit between the PDC and
the JB as required.
(4) The coil battery terminal (86) is connected to a Fig. 11 Power Distribution Center
fused ignition switch output (run-acc) fuse in the JB 1 - COVER
through a fused ignition switch output (run-acc) cir- 2 - POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTER
cuit. There should be battery voltage at the recepta-
cle for terminal 86 of the wiper relay in the PDC (3) See the fuse and relay layout label affixed to
whenever the ignition switch is in the On or Acces- the underside of the PDC cover for wiper relay iden-
sory positions. If OK, go to Step 5. If not OK, repair tification and location.
the open fused ignition switch output (run-acc) cir- (4) Remove the wiper relay by grasping it firmly
cuit between the PDC and the JB as required. and pulling it straight out from the receptacle in the
(5) The coil ground terminal (85) is connected to PDC.
the output of the Central Timer Module (CTM)
through the wiper motor relay control circuit. There INSTALLATION
should be continuity between the receptacle for ter-
(1) See the fuse and relay layout label affixed to
minal 85 of the wiper relay in the PDC and the wiper
the underside of the PDC cover for the proper wiper
motor relay control circuit cavity of the instrument
relay location (Fig. 11).
panel wire harness connector (Connector C1) for the
(2) Position the wiper relay in the proper recepta-
CTM at all times. If not OK, repair the open wiper
cle in the PDC.
motor relay control circuit between the PDC and the
(3) Align the wiper relay terminals with the termi-
CTM as required.
nal cavities in the PDC receptacle.
(4) Push firmly and evenly on the top of the wiper
REMOVAL relay until the terminals are fully seated in the ter-
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative minal cavities in the PDC receptacle.
cable. (5) Reinstall the cover onto the PDC.
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Fig. 9 USING
1 - SPECIAL TOOL 6932
2 - CONNECTOR
CONNECTOR - MOLEX
REMOVAL Fig. 11 USING SPECIAL TOOL 6742
(1) Disconnect battery. 1 - CONNECTOR
(2) Disconnect the connector from its mating half/ 2 - SPECIAL TOOL 6742
component.
(3) Insert special tool 6742 into the terminal end of (4) Connect connector to its mating half/compo-
the connector (Fig. 10). nent.
(5) Connect battery and test all affected systems.
INSTALLATION
(1) Reset the terminal locking tang.
(2) Insert the removed wire in the same cavity on
the repair connector. Fig. 12 THOMAS AND BETTS CONNECTOR LOCK
(3) Repeat steps for each wire in the connector, RELEASE TABS
being sure that all wires are inserted into the proper 1 - LOCK TABS
cavities. For additional connector pin-out identifica-
tion, refer to the wiring diagrams.
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CONNECTOR - THOMAS AND BETTS (Continued)
(4) Insert the probe end of special tool 6934 into
the back of the connector cavity (Fig. 13).
INSTALLATION
(1) Reset the terminal locking tang.
(2) Insert the removed wire in the same cavity on
the repair connector.
(3) Repeat steps for each wire in the connector,
being sure that all wires are fully seated into the Fig. 15 DIODE IDENTIFICATION
proper cavities. For additional connector pin-out
1 - CURRENT FLOW
identification, refer to the wiring diagrams.
2 - BAND AROUND DIODE INDICATES CURRENT FLOW
(4) Push in the single lock tab on the side of the 3 - DIODE AS SHOWN IN THE DIAGRAMS
connector (Fig. 14).
(5) Connect connector to its mating half/compo-
nent. INSTALLATION
(6) Connect battery and test all affected systems. (1) Remove the insulation from the wires in the
harness. Only remove enough insulation to solder in
the new diode.
DIODE (2) Install the new diode in the harness, making
sure current flow is correct. If necessary, refer to the
REMOVAL appropriate wiring diagram for current flow (Fig. 15).
(1) Disconnect the battery. (3) Solder the connection together using rosin core
(2) Locate the diode in the harness, and remove type solder only. Do not use acid core solder.
the protective covering. (4) Tape the diode to the harness using electrical
(3) Remove the diode from the harness, pay atten- tape. Make sure the diode is completely sealed from
tion to the current flow direction (Fig. 15). the elements.
(5) Re-connect the battery and test affected sys-
tems.
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TERMINAL
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect battery.
(2) Disconnect the connector being repaired from
its mating half/component.
(3) Remove the connector locking wedge, if
required (Fig. 16).
(5) Cut the wire 6 inches from the back of the con-
nector.
INSTALLATION
(1) Select a wire from the terminal repair assem-
Fig. 16 CONNECTOR LOCKING WEDGE TAB bly that best matches the color wire being repaired.
(TYPICAL) (2) Cut the repair wire to the proper length and
1 - CONNECTOR remove one–half (1/2) inch of insulation.
2 - CONNECTOR LOCKING WEDGE TAB (3) Splice the repair wire to the wire harness .
(4) Insert the repaired wire into the connector.
(4) Position the connector locking finger away from (5) Install the connector locking wedge, if required,
the terminal using the proper pick from special tool and reconnect the connector to its mating half/compo-
kit 6680. Pull on the wire to remove the terminal nent.
from the connector (Fig. 17) (Fig. 18). (6) Re-tape the wire harness starting at 1–1/2
inches behind the connector and 2 inches past the
repair.
(7) Connect battery and test all affected systems.
WIRE
STANDARD PROCEDURE - WIRE SPLICING
When splicing a wire, it is important that the cor-
rect gage be used as shown in the wiring diagrams.
(1) Remove one-half (1/2) inch of insulation from
each wire that needs to be spliced.
(2) Place a piece of adhesive lined heat shrink tub-
ing on one side of the wire. Make sure the tubing will
be long enough to cover and seal the entire repair
Fig. 20 CRIMPING TOOL
area.
(3) Place the strands of wire overlapping each
other inside of the splice clip (Fig. 19).
Fig. 21 SOLDER
8W-53 WIPERS
Component Page Component Page
Fuse 6 (JB) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8W-53-3 Joint Connector No. 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8W-53-2
G100 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8W-53-2, 3 Junction Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8W-53-3
Central Timer Module C1 . . . . . . . . . . . . 8W-53-2, 3 Windshield Washer Pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8W-53-2
Intermittent Wiper Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8W-53-2 Wiper Motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8W-53-3
Joint Connector No. 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8W-53-3 Wiper Motor Relay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8W-53-3
BR/BE 8W-54 TRAILER TOW 8W - 54 - 1
CLOCKSPRING C1 - 5 WAY
CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
1 V37 22RD/LG SPEED CONTROL SWITCH SIGNAL
2 Z9 20BK/VT (SLT/HIGHLINE (REMOTE GROUND
RADIO))
3 K4 22BK/LB SENSOR GROUND
4 X20 22RD/BK (BASE) RADIO CONTROL MUX
5 X3 20BK/RD HORN RELAY CONTROL
CLOCKSPRING C3 - 4 WAY
CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
A V37 22DG/RD SPEED CONTROL SWITCH SIGNAL
B Z2 20BK/LG GROUND
C K4 22WT SENSOR GROUND
D X20 22RD/BK RADIO CONTROL MUX
DRIVER POWER SEAT FRONT VERTICAL MOTOR (CLUB CAB) - BLACK 2 WAY
CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
B P19 16YL/LG LEFT POWER SEAT FRONT UP
A P21 16RD/LG LEFT POWER SEAT FRONT DOWN
DRIVER POWER SEAT REAR VERTICAL MOTOR (CLUB CAB) - BLACK 2 WAY
CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
A P11 16YL/WT LEFT SEAT REAR UP
B P13 16RD/WT LEFT SEAT REAR DOWN
RADIO C3 - 2 WAY
CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
1 D1 20VT/BR CCD BUS (+)
2 D2 20WT/BK CCD BUS (-)
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CONNECTOR/GROUND LOCATIONS
DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Fig. 19 DOOR
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SPLICE LOCATIONS
DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Fig. 11 CHASSIS
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SPECIAL TOOLS of the receptacle shell. These clips engage and hold
the heating element against the insulated contact
POWER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS long enough for the resistor coil to heat up. When the
heating element is engaged with the contact, battery
current can flow through the resistor coil to ground,
causing the resistor coil to heat.
When the resistor coil becomes sufficiently heated,
excess heat radiates from the heating element caus-
ing the spring-clips to expand. Once the spring-clips
expand far enough to release the heating element,
the spring-loaded housing forces the knob and heat-
ing element to pop back outward to their relaxed
position. When the cigar lighter knob and element
are pulled out of the receptacle shell, the protective
heat shield slides downward on the housing so that
the heating element is recessed and shielded around
its circumference for safety.
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
(2) Pull the cigar lighter knob and element out of
the cigar lighter receptacle base, or unsnap the pro-
tective cap from the power outlet receptacle base
(Fig. 1).
Fig. 2 Cigar Lighter and Power Outlet Remove/
Install
1 - KNOB AND ELEMENT
2 - RETAINING BOSSES-ENGAGE PLIERS HERE
3 - BASE
4 - PARTIALLY REMOVED
5 - EXTERNAL SNAP-RING PLIERS
6 - MOUNT
7 - BASE
POWER DISTRIBUTION
CENTER
DESCRIPTION
OPERATION
All of the current from the battery and the gener-
ator output enters the PDC through two cables with
eyelets that are secured with nuts to the two B(+)
terminal studs located just inside the inboard end of Fig. 8 Engine Wire Harness In-Line Connector
the PDC housing. The PDC cover is unlatched and 1 - LEFT FENDER
removed to access the battery and generator output 2 - POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTER
connection B(+) terminal studs, the fuses, the relays, 3 - ENGINE WIRE HARNESS IN-LINE CONNECTOR
the joint connectors and the engine wire harness in- 4 - SCREW
line connector. Internal connection of all of the PDC
circuits is accomplished by an intricate combination (7) Remove the nut that secures the eyelet of the
of hard wiring and bus bars. Refer to Power Distri- battery negative cable generator output take out to
bution in the index of this service manual for the the rearward B(+) terminal stud in the PDC and
location of complete PDC circuit diagrams. remove the eyelet from the stud (Fig. 9).
(8) Remove the nut that secures the eyelet of the
REMOVAL battery positive cable PDC take out to the forward
The Power Distribution Center (PDC) is serviced B(+) terminal stud in the PDC and remove the eyelet
as a unit with the headlamp and dash wire harness. from the stud.
If any internal circuit of the PDC or the PDC hous- (9) Remove the screw that secures the PDC hous-
ing is faulty or damaged, the entire PDC and head- ing to the left front fender wheel housing (Fig. 10).
lamp and dash wire harness unit must be replaced. (10) Remove the two screws that secure the PDC
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative housing to the left front fender inner shield.
cable. (11) Remove the PDC and the headlamp and dash
(2) Disconnect each of the headlamp and dash wire wire harness from the engine compartment as a unit.
harness connectors. Refer to Connector Locations
in the index of this service manual for the location of INSTALLATION
more information on the headlamp and dash wire The Power Distribution Center (PDC) is serviced
harness connector locations. as a unit with the headlamp and dash wire harness.
(3) Remove all of the fasteners that secure each of If any internal circuit of the PDC or the PDC hous-
the headlamp and dash wire harness ground eyelets ing is faulty or damaged, the entire PDC and head-
to the vehicle body and chassis components. Refer to lamp and dash wire harness unit must be replaced.
Connector Locations in the index of this service
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POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTER (Continued)
(1) Position the PDC and the headlamp and dash
wire harness unit in the engine compartment.
(2) Install and tighten the two screws that secure
the PDC housing to the left front fender inner shield.
Tighten the screws to 8.4 N·m (75 in. lbs.).
(3) Install and tighten the screw that secures the
PDC housing to the left front fender wheel housing.
Tighten the screw to 2.2 N·m (20 in. lbs.).
(4) Install the eyelet of the battery positive cable
PDC take out onto the forward B(+) terminal stud in
the PDC.
(5) Install and tighten the nut that secures the
eyelet of the battery positive cable PDC take out to
the forward B(+) terminal stud in the PDC. Tighten
the nut to 8.4 N·m (75 in. lbs.).
(6) Install the eyelet of the battery negative cable
Fig. 9 Battery and Generator Connections to PDC generator output take out onto the rearward B(+) ter-
1 - NUTS minal stud in the PDC.
2 - BATTERY POSITIVE CABLE (7) Install and tighten the nut that secures the
3 - BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE eyelet of the battery negative cable generator output
4 - POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTER take out to the rearward B(+) terminal stud in the
5 - CABLE EYELETS PDC. Tighten the nut to 75 in. lbs.
(8) Reconnect the engine wire harness in-line con-
nector to the PDC.
(9) Install and tighten the screw that secures the
engine wire harness in-line connector to the PDC.
Tighten the screw until a distinct audible click is
heard.
(10) Install and latch the cover onto the PDC.
(11) Engage each of the retainers that secure the
headlamp and dash wire harness to the vehicle body
and chassis components. Refer to Connector Loca-
tions in the index of this service manual for the loca-
tion of more information on the headlamp and dash
wire harness retainer locations.
(12) Install all of the fasteners that secure each of
the headlamp and dash wire harness ground eyelets
to the vehicle body and chassis components. Refer to
Connector Locations in the index of this service
manual for the location of more information on the
ground eyelet locations.
(13) Reconnect each of the headlamp and dash
Fig. 10 Power Distribution Center wire harness connectors. Refer to Connector Loca-
1 - FENDER INNER SHIELD
tions in the index of this service manual for the loca-
2 - INNER WHEEL HOUSE tion of more information on the headlamp and dash
3 - SCREW wire harness connector locations.
4 - SCREW (14) Reconnect the battery negative cable.
5 - POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTER
OPERATION REMOVAL
The power outlet base or receptacle shell is con- (1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
nected to ground, and an insulated contact in the cable.
bottom of the shell is connected to battery current. (2) Pull the cigar lighter knob and element out of
The power outlet receives battery voltage from a fuse the cigar lighter receptacle base, or unsnap the pro-
in the Power Distribution Center (PDC) at all times. tective cap from the power outlet receptacle base
While the power outlet is very similar to a cigar (Fig. 11).
lighter base unit, it does not include the two small
spring-clip retainers inside the bottom of the recepta-
cle shell that are used to secure the cigar lighter
heating element to the insulated contact.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install the cigar lighter or power outlet mount
into the instrument panel.
(2) Reconnect the instrument panel wire harness
connector to the cigar lighter or power outlet recep-
tacle base connector receptacle.
(3) Align the splines on the outside of the cigar
lighter or power outlet receptacle base connector
receptacle with the grooves on the inside of the
mount.
(4) Press firmly on the cigar lighter or power out-
let receptacle base until the retaining bosses of the
mount are fully engaged in their receptacles.
Fig. 12 Cigar Lighter and Power Outlet Remove/
(5) Install the cigar lighter knob and element into
Install
the cigar lighter receptacle base, or the protective cap
1 - KNOB AND ELEMENT into the power outlet receptacle base.
2 - RETAINING BOSSES-ENGAGE PLIERS HERE
(6) Reconnect the battery negative cable.
3 - BASE
4 - PARTIALLY REMOVED
5 - EXTERNAL SNAP-RING PLIERS
6 - MOUNT
7 - BASE
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ENGINE 3.9L
DESCRIPTION
The 3.9 Liter (238 CID) six-cylinder engine is a
V-Type, lightweight, single cam, overhead valve
engine with hydraulic roller tappets. This engine is
designed to use unleaded fuel.
The engine lubrication system consists of a rotor
type oil pump and a full-flow oil filter.
The cylinders are numbered from front to rear; 1,
3, 5 on the left bank and 2, 4, 6 on the right bank.
The firing order is 1-6-5-4-3-2 (Fig. 1).
The engine serial number is stamped into a
machined pad located on the left front corner of the
cylinder block. When component part replacement is
necessary, use the engine type and serial number for
Fig. 2 Engine Identification (Serial) Number
reference (Fig. 2).
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING—ENGINE
DIAGNOSIS - INTRODUCTION
Engine diagnosis is helpful in determining the
causes of malfunctions not detected and remedied by
routine maintenance.
These malfunctions may be classified as either
mechanical (e.g., a strange noise), or performance
(e.g., engine idles rough and stalls).
(Refer to 9 - ENGINE - DIAGNOSIS AND TEST-
ING - Preformance) or (Refer to 9 - ENGINE - DIAG-
NOSIS AND TESTING - Mechanical). Refer to 14 -
FUEL SYSTEM for fuel system diagnosis.
Additional tests and diagnostic procedures may be
necessary for specific engine malfunctions that can-
not be isolated with the Service Diagnosis charts.
Information concerning additional tests and diagno-
Fig. 1 Firing Order sis is provided within the following:
• Cylinder Compression Pressure Test
• Cylinder Combustion Pressure Leakage Test
• Cylinder Head Gasket Failure Diagnosis
• Intake Manifold Leakage Diagnosis
• Lash Adjuster (Tappet) Noise Diagnosis
• Engine Oil Leak Inspection
9-4 ENGINE 3.9L BR/BE
ENGINE 3.9L (Continued)
ENGINE LOSS OF 1. Worn or burned distributor rotor 1. Install new distributor rotor
POWER
2. Worn distributor shaft 2. Remove and repair distributor (Refer to
8 - ELECTRICAL/IGNITION CONTROL/
DISTRIBUTOR - REMOVAL).
3. Worn or incorrect gapped spark 3. Clean plugs and set gap. (Refer to 8 -
plugs ELECTRICAL/IGNITION CONTROL/
SPARK PLUG - CLEANING).
4. Dirt or water in fuel system 4. Clean system and replace fuel filter
5. Faulty fuel pump 5. Install new fuel pump
6. Incorrect valve timing 6. Correct valve timing
7. Blown cylinder head gasket 7. Install new cylinder head gasket
8. Low compression 8. Test cylinder compression (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING).
9. Burned, warped, or pitted valves 9. Install/Reface valves as necessary
10. Plugged or restricted exhaust 10. Install new parts as necessary
system
BR/BE ENGINE 3.9L 9-5
ENGINE 3.9L (Continued)
ENGINE STALLS OR 1. Carbon build-up on throttle plate 1. Remove throttle body and de-carbon.
ROUGH IDLE (Refer to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL
INJECTION/THROTTLE BODY -
REMOVAL).
2. Engine idle speed too low 2. Check Idle Air Control circuit. (Refer to
14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL INJECTION/
IDLE AIR CONTROL MOTOR -
DESCRIPTION)
3. Worn or incorrectly gapped spark 3. Replace or clean and re-gap spark
plugs plugs (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
IGNITION CONTROL/SPARK PLUG -
CLEANING)
4. Worn or burned distributor rotor 4. Install new distributor rotor
5. Spark plug cables defective or 5. Check for correct firing order or
crossed replace spark plug cables. (Refer to 8 -
ELECTRICAL/IGNITION CONTROL/
SPARK PLUG CABLE - DIAGNOSIS
AND TESTING)
6. Faulty coil 6. Test and replace, if necessary (Refer
to 8 - ELECTRICAL/IGNITION
CONTROL/IGNITION COIL - REMOVAL)
7. Intake manifold vacuum leak 7. Inspect intake manifold gasket and
vacuum hoses (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/
MANIFOLDS/INTAKE MANIFOLD -
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING).
ENGINE MISSES ON 1. Worn or incorrectly gapped spark 1. Replace spark plugs or clean and set
ACCELERATION plugs gap. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
IGNITION CONTROL/SPARK PLUG -
CLEANING)
2. Spark plug cables defective or 2. Replace or rewire secondary ignition
crossed cables. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
IGNITION CONTROL/SPARK PLUG
CABLE - REMOVAL)
3. Dirt in fuel system 3. Clean fuel system
4. Burned, warped or pitted valves 4. Install new valves
5. Faulty coil 5. Test and replace as necessary (Refer
to 8 - ELECTRICAL/IGNITION
CONTROL/IGNITION COIL - REMOVAL)
9-6 ENGINE 3.9L BR/BE
ENGINE 3.9L (Continued)
NOISY VALVES/LIFTERS 1. High or low oil level in crankcase 1. Check for correct oil level. Adjust oil
level by draining or adding as needed
2. Thin or diluted oil 2. Change oil. (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/
LUBRICATION/OIL - STANDARD
PROCEDURE)
3. Low oil pressure 3. Check engine oil level. If ok, Perform
oil pressure test. (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/
LUBRICATION - DIAGNOSIS AND
TESTING) for engine oil pressure
test/specifications
4. Dirt in tappets/lash adjusters 4. Clean/replace hydraulic tappets/lash
adjusters
5. Bent push rod(s) 5. Install new push rods
6. Worn rocker arms 6. Inspect oil supply to rocker arms and
replace worn arms as needed
7. Worn tappets/lash adjusters 7. Install new hydraulic tappets/lash
adjusters
8. Worn valve guides 8. Inspect all valve guides and replace as
necessary
9. Excessive runout of valve seats or 9. Grind valves and seats
valve faces
MAIN BEARING NOISE 1. Insufficient oil supply 1. Check engine oil level.
2. Low oil pressure 2. Check engine oil level. If ok, Perform
oil pressure test. (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/
LUBRICATION - DIAGNOSIS AND
TESTING)
3. Thin or diluted oil 3. Change oil to correct viscosity.
BR/BE ENGINE 3.9L 9-7
ENGINE 3.9L (Continued)
LOW OIL PRESSURE 1. Low oil level 1. Check oil level and fill if necessary
2. Faulty oil pressure sending unit 2. Install new sending unit
3. Clogged oil filter 3. Install new oil filter
4. Worn oil pump 4. Replace oil pump assembly.
5. Thin or diluted oil 5. Change oil to correct viscosity.
6. Excessive bearing clearance 6. Measure bearings for correct clearance
7. Oil pump relief valve stuck 7. Remove valve to inspect, clean and
reinstall
8. Oil pump suction tube loose, 8. Inspect suction tube and clean or
broken, bent or clogged replace if necessary
9. Oil pump cover warped or cracked 9. Install new oil pump
OIL PRESSURE DROP 1. Low oil level. 1. Check and correct oil level.
OIL PUMPING AT RINGS; SPARK 1. Worn or damaged rings. 1. Hone cylinder bores and replace
PLUGS FOULING rings.
2. Carbon in oil ring slots. 2. Replace rings.
3. Incorrect ring size installed. 3. Replace rings.
4. Worn valve guides. 4. Ream guides and replace valves.
5. Leaking intake gasket. 5. Replace intake gaskets.
6. Leaking valve guide seals. 6. Replace valve guide seals.
BR/BE ENGINE 3.9L 9-9
ENGINE 3.9L (Continued)
CONNECTING RODS
DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION
Piston Pin Bore Diameter 24.940 - 24.978 mm
Engine Type 90° V-6 OHV
(0.9819 - 0.9834 in.)
Bore and Stroke 99.3 x 84.0 mm
Side Clearance
(3.91 x 3.31 in.)
(Two Rods) 0.152 - 0.356 mm
Displacement 3.9L (238 c.i.) (0.006 - 0.014 in.)
Compression Ratio 9.1:1 Total Weight 762 grams
Firing Order 1–6–5–4–3–2 (25.61 oz.)
SPECIAL TOOLS
ENGINE—3.9L
Puller C-3688
Adapter 6633
Adapter 6716A
9 - 20 ENGINE 3.9L BR/BE
ENGINE 3.9L (Continued)
Bloc–Chek–Kit C-3685–A
AIR CLEANER ELEMENT (2) A band-type screw clamp secures the air
cleaner housing to throttle body. Loosen, but do not
remove, this screw clamp (Fig. 4). Note clamp posi-
REMOVAL - 3.9L/5.2L/5.9L
tioning tabs on air cleaner housing.
For air cleaner element required maintenance
(3) All Engines: Disconnect breather hose at rear
schedules (listed in time or mileage intervals), refer
of air cleaner housing.
to 0, Lubrication and Maintenance.
(4) 5.9L V-8 HDC Engine Only: Disconnect air
CAUTION: Do not attempt to remove air cleaner ele- pump hose at air cleaner housing.
ment (filter) from housing by removing top cover (5) The bottom/front of air cleaner housing is
only. To prevent damage to air cleaner housing, the equipped with a rubber grommet (Fig. 4). A mounting
entire air cleaner housing assembly must be stud is attached to intake manifold (Fig. 4) and is
removed from engine for air cleaner element used to position air cleaner housing into this grom-
replacement. met. Lift assembly from throttle body while slipping
assembly from mounting stud (Fig. 4).
(1) Remove air inlet tube (Fig. 4) at side of air (6) Check condition of gasket at throttle body and
cleaner housing. replace as necessary.
(7) The housing cover is equipped with three (3)
spring clips (Fig. 4) and is hinged at rear with plastic
tabs. Unlatch clips from top of air cleaner housing
and tilt housing cover up and rearward for cover
removal.
(8) Remove air cleaner element from air cleaner
housing.
(9) Before installing new air cleaner element, clean
inside of air cleaner housing.
INSTALLATION - 3.9L/5.2L/5.9L
For air cleaner element required maintenance
schedules (listed in time or mileage intervals), refer
to Group 0, Lubrication and Maintenance.
(1) Position air cleaner cover to tabs on rear of air
cleaner housing. Latch three spring clips to seal
cover to housing.
(2) Position air cleaner housing assembly to throt-
tle body while guiding rubber grommet over mount-
ing stud. The lower part of screw clamp should be
below top lip of throttle body.
(3) Push down on air cleaner housing at rubber
grommet to seat housing at intake manifold.
(4) Tighten throttle body-to-air cleaner housing
clamp to 4 N·m (35 in. lbs.) torque.
(5) Install air inlet tube at air cleaner housing
inlet.
(6) Install breather hose.
Fig. 4 Air Cleaner Housing—3.9L/5.2L/5.9L Engines (7) Install secondary air hose (if equipped).
1 - AIR INLET TUBE
2 - HOUSING TOP COVER
3 - CLAMP
4 - AIR FILTER ELEMENT
5 - MOUNTING STUD
6 - RUBBER GROMMET
7 - SPRING CLIPS
9 - 22 ENGINE 3.9L BR/BE
INTAKE/EXHAUST VALVES & (2) Attach dial indicator Tool C-3339 to cylinder
head and set it at right angles to valve stem being
SEATS measured (Fig. 10).
DESCRIPTION
Both the intake and exhaust valves are made of
steel. The intake valve is 48.768 mm (1.92 inches) in
diameter and the exhaust valve is 41.148 mm (1.62
inches) in diameter and has a 2.032 mm (0.080 inch)
wafer interia welded to the tip for durability. These
valves are not splayed.
VALVE SEATS
VALVE FACE AND VALVE SEAT ANGLE CHART
CAUTION: DO NOT un-shroud valves during valve
ITEM DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION seat refacing (Fig. 13).
A SEAT WIDTH
INTAKE 1.016 - 1.524 mm
(0.040 - 0.060 in.)
EXHAUST 1.524 - 2.032 mm
(0.060 - 0.080 in.)
B FACE ANGLE
(INT. AND EXT.) 43¼° - 43¾°
C SEAT ANGLE
(INT. AND EXT.) 44¼° - 44¾°
D CONTACT
SURFACE —
Fig. 13 Refacing Valve Seats
1 - STONE
2 - PILOT
3 - VALVE SEAT
4 - SHROUD
BR/BE ENGINE 3.9L 9 - 27
INTAKE/EXHAUST VALVES & SEATS (Continued)
(1) When refacing valve seats, it is important that
the correct size valve guide pilot be used for reseat-
ing stones. A true and complete surface must be
obtained.
(2) Measure the concentricity of valve seat using a
dial indicator. Total runout should not exceed 0.051
mm (0.002 in.) total indicator reading.
(3) Inspect the valve seat with Prussian blue, to
determine where the valve contacts the seat. To do
this, coat valve seat LIGHTLY with Prussian blue
then set valve in place. Rotate the valve with light
pressure. If the blue is transferred to the center of
valve face, contact is satisfactory. If the blue is trans-
ferred to the top edge of valve face, lower valve seat
with a 15° stone. If the blue is transferred to bottom
edge of valve face raise valve seat with a 60° stone.
(4) When seat is properly positioned the width of Fig. 14 Testing Valve Spring for Compressed
intake seats should be 1.016-1.524 mm (0.040-0.060 Length
in.). The width of the exhaust seats should be 1.524- 1 - TORQUE WRENCH
2.032 mm (0.060-0.080 in.). 2 - VALVE SPRING TESTER
VALVE SPRINGS
Whenever valves have been removed for inspection, INSPECTION
reconditioning or replacement, valve springs should Measure valve stems for wear. If wear exceeds
be tested. As an example the compression length of 0.051 mm (0.002 in.), replace the valve.
the spring to be tested is 1-5/16 in.. Turn table of Measure valve stem guide clearance as follows:
Universal Valve Spring Tester Tool until surface is in (1) Install Valve Guide Sleeve Tool C-3973 over
line with the 1-5/16 in. mark on the threaded stud. valve stem and install valve (Fig. 15). The special
Be sure the zero mark is to the front (Fig. 14). Place sleeve places the valve at the correct height for
spring over stud on the table and lift compressing checking with a dial indicator.
lever to set tone device. Pull on torque wrench until
ping is heard. Take reading on torque wrench at this
instant. Multiply this reading by 2. This will give the
spring load at test length. Fractional measurements
are indicated on the table for finer adjustments.
Refer to specifications to obtain specified height and
allowable tensions. Discard the springs that do not
meet specifications.
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the cylinder head (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/CYLINDER HEAD - REMOVAL).
(2) Compress valve springs using Valve Spring Fig. 15 Positioning Valve with Tool C-3973
Compressor Tool MD- 998772A and adapter 6716A. 1 - VALVE
(3) Remove valve retaining locks, valve spring 2 - SPACER TOOL
retainers, valve stem seals and valve springs.
(4) Before removing valves, remove any burrs from (2) Attach dial indicator Tool C-3339 to cylinder
valve stem lock grooves to prevent damage to the head and set it at right angles to valve stem being
valve guides. Identify valves to ensure installation in measured (Fig. 16).
original location. (3) Move valve to and from the indicator. The total
dial indicator reading should not exceed 0.432 mm
CLEANING (0.017 in.). Ream the guides for valves with oversize
Clean valves thoroughly. Discard burned, warped, stems if dial indicator reading is excessive or if the
or cracked valves. stems are scuffed or scored.
Remove carbon and varnish deposits from inside of
valve guides with a reliable guide cleaner.
9 - 28 ENGINE 3.9L BR/BE
INTAKE/EXHAUST VALVES & SEATS (Continued)
INSPECTION
Examine block for cracks or fractures.
The cylinder walls should be checked for out-of-
round and taper. Refer to Honing Cylinder Bores in
the Service Procedures portion of this Section.
Inspect the oil line plug, the oil line plug is located
in the vertical passage at the rear of the block
between the oil-to-filter and oil-from-filter passages
(Fig. 17). Improper installation or missing plug could
cause erratic, low, or no oil pressure.
The oil plug must come out the bottom. Use flat
dowel, down the oil pressure sending unit hole from
the top, to remove oil plug.
(1) Remove oil pressure sending unit from back of
block.
(2) Insert a 3.175 mm (1/8 in.) finish wire, or
Fig. 16 Measuring Valve Guide Wear equivalent, into passage.
1 - VALVE (3) Plug should be 190.0 to 195.2 mm (7-1/2 to
2 - SPECIAL TOOL C-3339 7-11/16 in.) from machined surface of block (Fig. 17).
If plug is too high, use a suitable flat dowel to posi-
tion properly.
INSTALLATION
(1) Clean valves thoroughly. Discard burned,
warped and cracked valves.
(2) Remove carbon and varnish deposits from
inside of valve guides with a reliable guide cleaner.
(3) Measure valve stems for wear. If wear exceeds
0.051 mm (0.002 inch), replace the valve.
(4) Coat valve stems with lubrication oil and insert
them in cylinder head.
(5) If valves or seats are reground, check valve
stem height. If valve is too long, replace cylinder
head.
(6) Install new seals on all valve guides. Install
valve springs and valve retainers.
(7) Compress valve springs with Valve Spring
Compressor Tool MD-998772A and adapter 6716A,
install locks and release tool. If valves and/or seats
are ground, measure the installed height of springs.
Make sure the measurement is taken from bottom of
spring seat in cylinder head to the bottom surface of
spring retainer. If spacers are installed, measure
from the top of spacer. If height is greater than 42.86
mm (1-11/16 inches), install a 1.587 mm (1/16 inch)
spacer in head counterbore. This should bring spring Fig. 17 Oil Line Plug
height back to normal 41.27 to 42.86 mm (1-5/8 to
1 - RIGHT OIL GALLERY
1-11/16 inch).
2 - CYLINDER BLOCK
(8) Install cylinder head (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/ 3 - OIL FROM FILTER TO SYSTEM
CYLINDER HEAD - INSTALLATION). 4 - OIL TO FILTER
5 - FROM OIL PUMP
6 - CRANKSHAFT
ENGINE BLOCK 7 - PLUG
CLEANING (4) If plug is too low, remove oil pan and No. 4 main
Clean cylinder block thoroughly and check all core bearing cap. Use suitable flat dowel to position properly.
hole plugs for evidence of leakage. Coat outside diameter of plug with Mopart Stud and
BR/BE ENGINE 3.9L 9 - 29
ENGINE BLOCK (Continued)
Bearing Mount Adhesive. Plug should be 54.0 to 57.7 (11) Install a long bolt into front of camshaft to aid
mm (2-1/8 to 2-5/16 in.) from bottom of the block. in removal of the camshaft. Remove camshaft, being
careful not to damage cam bearings with the cam
lobes.
CAMSHAFT & BEARINGS (IN
BLOCK)
REMOVAL—CAMSHAFT BEARINGS
(1) With engine completely disassembled, drive out
rear cam bearing core hole plug.
(2) Install proper size adapters and horseshoe
washers (part of Camshaft Bearing Remover/Installer
Tool C-3132-A) at back of each bearing shell. Drive
out bearing shells (Fig. 18).
Fig. 18 Camshaft Bearings Removal and Installation Fig. 19 Alignment of Timing Marks
with Tool C-3132-A 1 - TIMING MARKS
1 - SPECIAL TOOL C-3132A
INSTALLATION—CAMSHAFT BEARINGS
REMOVAL—CAMSHAFT (1) Install new camshaft bearings with Camshaft
(1) Disconnect battery negative cable. Bearing Remover/Installer Tool C-3132-A by sliding
(2) Remove radiator. (Refer to 7 - COOLING/EN- the new camshaft bearing shell over proper adapter.
GINE/RADIATOR - REMOVAL). (2) Position rear bearing in the tool. Install horse-
(3) Remove intake manifold. (Refer to 9 - shoe lock and, by reversing removal procedure, care-
ENGINE/MANIFOLDS/INTAKE MANIFOLD - fully drive bearing shell into place.
REMOVAL). (3) Install remaining bearings in the same man-
(4) Remove distributor assembly. Refer to Ignition ner. Bearings must be carefully aligned to bring oil
Systems for the correct procedure. holes into full register with oil passages from the
(5) Remove cylinder head covers (Refer to 9 - main bearing. If the camshaft bearing shell oil holes
ENGINE/CYLINDER HEAD/CYLINDER HEAD are not in exact alignment, remove and install them
COVER(S) - REMOVAL). correctly. Install a new core hole plug at the rear of
(6) Remove rocker arms. camshaft. Be sure this plug does not leak.
(7) Remove push rods and tappets (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/ENGINE BLOCK/HYDRAULIC LIFTERS INSTALLATION—CAMSHAFT
(CAM IN BLOCK) - REMOVAL). Identify each part (1) Lubricate camshaft lobes and camshaft bearing
so it can be installed in the original locations. journals and insert the camshaft to within 51 mm (2
(8) Remove timing chain cover. (Refer to 9 - inches) of its final position in cylinder block.
ENGINE/VALVE TIMING/TIMING BELT / CHAIN (2) Install Camshaft Holding Tool C-3509 with
COVER(S) - REMOVAL). tongue back of distributor drive gear (Fig. 20).
(9) Align timing marks (Fig. 19) and remove tim- (3) Hold tool in position with a distributor lock-
ing chain and sprockets. plate bolt. This tool will restrict camshaft from being
(10) Remove the three tensioner to block mounting pushed in too far and prevent knocking out the welch
bolts and remove tensioner. plug in rear of cylinder block. Tool should remain
9 - 30 ENGINE 3.9L BR/BE
CAMSHAFT & BEARINGS (IN BLOCK) (Continued)
CRANKSHAFT MAIN
BEARINGS
Fig. 25 Sealant Application to Bearing Cap DESCRIPTION
1 - MOPAR SILICONE RUBBER ADHESIVE SEALANT SLOTS Main bearings (Fig. 27) are located in the cylinder
2 - LOCTITE 515 (OR EQUIVALENT) block. One half of the main bearing is located in the
3 - CAP ALIGNMENT SLOT crankshaft main bore the other half of the matching
4 - REAR MAIN BEARING CAP bearing is located in the main bearing cap. there are
four main bearings. Number two main bearing is
(7) To align the bearing cap, use cap slot, align- flanged, this flange controls crankshaft thrust.
ment dowel, and cap bolts. DO NOT remove excess
material after assembly. DO NOT strike rear cap OPERATION
more than two times for proper engagement. The main bearings encircle the crankshaft main
(8) Clean and oil all cap bolts. Install all main bearing journals, this aligns the crankshaft to the
bearing caps. Install all cap bolts and alternately centerline of the engine and allows the crankshaft to
tighten to 115 N·m (85 ft. lbs.) torque. turn without wobbling or shaking therefore eliminat-
(9) Install oil pump (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/LUBRI- ing vibration. The main bearings are available in
CATION/OIL PUMP - INSTALLATION). standard and undersizes.
(10) Apply Mopart Silicone Rubber Adhesive Seal-
ant, or equivalent, at bearing cap-to-block joint to
provide cap-to-block and oil pan sealing (Fig. 26).
BR/BE ENGINE 3.9L 9 - 33
CRANKSHAFT MAIN BEARINGS (Continued)
CRANKSHAFT IDENTIFICATION LOCATION
CHART
INSTALLATION INSTALLATION
Only one main bearing should be selectively fitted (1) Place the smaller diameter of the oil seal over
while all other main bearing caps are properly tight- Front Oil Seal Installation Tool 6635 (Fig. 30). Seat
ened. All bearing capbolts removed during service the oil seal in the groove of the tool.
procedures are to be cleaned and oiled before instal- (2) Position the seal and tool onto the crankshaft
lation. DO NOT use a new bearing half with an old (Fig. 31).
bearing half. (3) Using the vibration damper bolt, tighten the
When installing a new upper bearing shell, slightly bolt to draw the seal into position on the crankshaft
chamfer the sharp edges from the plain side. (Fig. 32).
(1) Start bearing in place, and insert Crankshaft (4) Remove the vibration damper bolt and seal
Main Bearing Remover/Installer Tool C-3059 into oil installation tool.
hole of crankshaft (Fig. 29). (5) Inspect the seal flange on the vibration
(2) Slowly rotate crankshaft counterclockwise slid- damper.
ing the bearing into position. Remove Tool C-3059. (6) Install the vibration damper (Refer to 9 -
(3) Install the bearing caps. Clean and oil the ENGINE/ENGINE BLOCK/VIBRATION DAMPER -
bolts. Tighten the capbolts to 115 N·m (85 ft. lbs.) INSTALLATION).
torque. (7) Connect the negative cable to the battery.
(4) Install the oil pump (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/LU-
BRICATION/OIL PUMP - INSTALLATION).
(5) Install the oil pan (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/LU-
BRICATION/OIL PAN - INSTALLATION).
LOWER SEAL
(1) Remove the oil pan (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/LU-
Fig. 31 Position Tool and Seal onto Crankshaft
BRICATION/OIL PAN - REMOVAL).
1 - SPECIAL TOOL 6635 (2) Remove the oil pump (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/
2 - OIL SEAL
LUBRICATION/OIL PUMP - REMOVAL).
3 - TIMING CHAIN COVER
(3) Remove the rear main bearing cap and discard
the old lower seal.
INSTALLATION
The service seal is a two piece, Viton seal. The
upper seal half can be installed with crankshaft
removed from engine or with crankshaft installed.
When a new upper seal is installed, install a new
lower seal. The lower seal half can be installed only
with the rear main bearing cap removed.
REMOVAL
(1) Remove distributor.
(2) Remove the intake manifold (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/MANIFOLDS/INTAKE MANIFOLD -
REMOVAL).
(3) Insert Distributor Drive Shaft Bushing Puller
Tool C-3052 into old bushing and thread down until a
tight fit is obtained (Fig. 35).
(4) Hold puller screw and tighten puller nut until
bushing is removed.
HYDRAULIC LIFTERS (CAM IN tappet. Inspect the rocker arm push rod sockets
and push rod ends for wear.
BLOCK)
(3) Valve tappet noise ranges from light noise to a
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING—HYDRAULIC heavy click. A light noise is usually caused by exces-
TAPPETS sive leak-down around the unit plunger, or by the
Before disassembling any part of the engine to cor- plunger partially sticking in the tappet body cylinder.
rect tappet noise, check the oil pressure. If vehicle The tappet should be replaced. A heavy click is
has no oil pressure gauge, install a reliable gauge at caused by a tappet check valve not seating, or by for-
the pressure sending-unit. The pressure should be eign particles wedged between the plunger and the
between 207-552 kPa (30-80 psi) at 3,000 RPM. tappet body. This will cause the plunger to stick in
Check the oil level after the engine reaches normal the down position. This heavy click will be accompa-
operating temperature. Allow 5 minutes to stabilize nied by excessive clearance between the valve stem
oil level, check dipstick. The oil level in the pan and rocker arm as valve closes. In either case, tappet
should never be above the FULL mark or below the assembly should be removed for inspection and clean-
ADD OIL mark on dipstick. Either of these two con- ing.
ditions could be responsible for noisy tappets. (4) The valve train generates a noise very much
like a light tappet noise during normal operation.
OIL LEVEL Care must be taken to ensure that tappets are mak-
ing the noise. If more than one tappet seems to be
HIGH noisy, it’s probably not the tappets.
If oil level is above the FULL mark, it is possible
for the connecting rods to dip into the oil. With the LEAK-DOWN TEST
engine running, this condition could create foam in After cleaning and inspection, test each tappet for
the oil pan. Foam in oil pan would be fed to the specified leak-down rate tolerance to ensure zero-lash
hydraulic tappets by the oil pump causing them to operation (Fig. 38).
lose length and allow valves to seat noisily. Swing the weighted arm of the hydraulic valve tap-
pet tester away from the ram of the Universal Leak-
LOW Down Tester.
Low oil level may allow oil pump to take in air. (1) Place a 7.925-7.950 mm (0.312-0.313 inch)
When air is fed to the tappets, they lose length, diameter ball bearing on the plunger cap of the tap-
which allows valves to seat noisily. Any leaks on pet.
intake side of oil pump through which air can be (2) Lift the ram and position the tappet (with the
drawn will create the same tappet action. Check the ball bearing) inside the tester cup.
lubrication system from the intake strainer to the (3) Lower the ram, then adjust the nose of the ram
pump cover, including the relief valve retainer cap. until it contacts the ball bearing. DO NOT tighten
When tappet noise is due to aeration, it may be the hex nut on the ram.
intermittent or constant, and usually more than one (4) Fill the tester cup with hydraulic valve tappet
tappet will be noisy. When oil level and leaks have test oil until the tappet is completely submerged.
been corrected, operate the engine at fast idle. Run (5) Swing the weighted arm onto the push rod and
engine for a sufficient time to allow all of the air pump the tappet plunger up and down to remove air.
inside the tappets to be bled out. When the air bubbles cease, swing the weighted arm
away and allow the plunger to rise to the normal
TAPPET NOISE DIAGNOSIS position.
(1) To determine source of tappet noise, operate (6) Adjust the nose of the ram to align the pointer
engine at idle with cylinder head covers removed. with the SET mark on the scale of the tester and
(2) Feel each valve spring or rocker arm to detect tighten the hex nut.
noisy tappet. The noisy tappet will cause the affected (7) Slowly swing the weighted arm onto the push
spring and/or rocker arm to vibrate or feel rough in rod.
operation. (8) Rotate the cup by turning the handle at the
base of the tester clockwise one revolution every 2
NOTE: Worn valve guides or cocked springs are seconds.
sometimes mistaken for noisy tappets. If such is (9) Observe the leak-down time interval from the
the case, noise may be dampened by applying side instant the pointer aligns with the START mark on
thrust on the valve spring. If noise is not apprecia- the scale until the pointer aligns with the 0.125
bly reduced, it can be assumed the noise is in the mark. A normally functioning tappet will require
BR/BE ENGINE 3.9L 9 - 39
HYDRAULIC LIFTERS (CAM IN BLOCK) (Continued)
20-110 seconds to leak-down. Discard tappets with (5) Remove yoke retainer and aligning yokes.
leak-down time interval not within this specification. (6) Slide Hydraulic Tappet Remover/Installer Tool
C-4129-A through opening in cylinder head and seat
tool firmly in the head of tappet.
(7) Pull tappet out of bore with a twisting motion.
If all tappets are to be removed, identify tappets to
ensure installation in original location.
(8) If the tappet or bore in cylinder block is scored,
scuffed, or shows signs of sticking, ream the bore to
next oversize. Replace with oversize tappet.
CLEANING
Clean tappet with a suitable solvent. Rinse in hot
water and blow dry with a clean shop rag or com-
pressed air.
INSTALLATION
(1) Lubricate tappets.
(2) Install tappets and push rods in their original
Fig. 38 Leak-Down Tester positions. Ensure that the oil feed hole in the side of
1 - POINTER the tappet body faces up (away from the crankshaft).
2 - WEIGHTED ARM (3) Install aligning yokes with ARROW toward
3 - RAM camshaft.
4 - CUP (4) Install yoke retainer. Tighten the bolts to 23
5 - HANDLE N·m (200 in. lbs.) torque. Install intake manifold
6 - PUSH ROD (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/MANIFOLDS/INTAKE MANI-
FOLD - INSTALLATION).
REMOVAL (5) Install push rods in original positions.
(6) Install rocker arms.
(1) Remove the air cleaner assembly and air in-let
(7) Install cylinder head cover (Refer to 9 -
hose.
ENGINE/CYLINDER HEAD/CYLINDER HEAD
(2) Remove cylinder head cover (Refer to 9 -
COVER(S) - INSTALLATION).
ENGINE/CYLINDER HEAD/CYLINDER HEAD
(8) Install air cleaner assembly and air in-let hose.
COVER(S) - REMOVAL).
(9) Start and operate engine. Warm up to normal
(3) Remove rocker assembly and push rods. Iden-
operating temperature.
tify push rods to ensure installation in original loca-
tions. CAUTION: To prevent damage to valve mechanism,
(4) Remove intake manifold (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/ engine must not be run above fast idle until all
MANIFOLDS/INTAKE MANIFOLD - REMOVAL). hydraulic tappets have filled with oil and have
become quiet.
9 - 40 ENGINE 3.9L BR/BE
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the engine from the vehicle (Refer to 9
- ENGINE - REMOVAL).
(2) Remove the cylinder head (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/CYLINDER HEAD - REMOVAL).
(3) Remove the oil pan (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/LU-
BRICATION/OIL PAN - REMOVAL).
Fig. 39 Piston Measurements (4) Remove top ridge of cylinder bores with a reli-
able ridge reamer before removing pistons from cyl-
1 - 62.230 mm
(2.45 IN.) inder block. Be sure to keep tops of pistons covered
during this operation.
(5) Be sure each connecting rod and connecting rod
cap is identified with the cylinder number. Remove
connecting rod cap. Install connecting rod bolt guide
set on connecting rod bolts.
(6) Pistons and connecting rods must be removed
from top of cylinder block. When removing the
assemblies from the engine, rotate crankshaft so that
BR/BE ENGINE 3.9L 9 - 41
PISTON & CONNECTING ROD (Continued)
the connecting rod is centered in cylinder bore and at (3) Immerse the piston head and rings in clean
BDC. Be careful not to nick crankshaft journals. engine oil. Slide Piston Ring Compressor Tool C-385
(7) After removal, install bearing cap on the mat- over the piston and tighten with the special wrench
ing rod. (part of Tool C-385). Be sure position of rings
does not change during this operation.
CLEANING (4) Install connecting rod bolt protectors on rod
Clean the piston and connecting rod assembly bolts. The long protector should be installed on the
using a suitable solvent. numbered side of the connecting rod.
(5) Rotate crankshaft so that the connecting rod
INSPECTION journal is on the center of the cylinder bore. Be sure
Check the connecting rod journal for excessive connecting rod and cylinder bore number are the
wear, taper and scoring (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/EN- same. Insert rod and piston into cylinder bore and
GINE BLOCK/CONNECTING ROD BEARINGS - guide rod over the crankshaft journal.
STANDARD PROCEDURE). (6) Tap the piston down in cylinder bore, using a
Check the connecting rod for signs of twist or bend- hammer handle. At the same time, guide connecting
ing. rod into position on crankshaft journal.
Check the piston for taper and elliptical shape (7) The notch, or groove, on top of piston must be
before it is fitted into the cylinder bore (Refer to 9 - pointing toward front of engine. The larger chamfer
ENGINE/ENGINE BLOCK/PISTON & CONNECT- of the connecting rod bore must be installed toward
ING ROD - STANDARD PROCEDURE). crankshaft journal fillet.
Check the piston for scoring, or scraping marks in (8) Install rod caps. Be sure connecting rod, con-
the piston skirts. Check the ring lands for cracks necting rod cap, and cylinder bore number are the
and/or deterioration. same. Install nuts on cleaned and oiled rod bolts and
tighten nuts to 61 N·m (45 ft. lbs.) torque.
INSTALLATION (9) Install the oil pan (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/LU-
(1) Be sure that compression ring gaps are stag- BRICATION/OIL PAN - INSTALLATION).
gered so that neither is in line with oil ring rail gap. (10) Install the cylinder head (Refer to 9 -
(2) Before installing the ring compressor, be sure ENGINE/CYLINDER HEAD - INSTALLATION).
the oil ring expander ends are butted and the rail (11) Install the engine into the vehicle (Refer to 9 -
gaps located properly (Fig. 40). ENGINE - INSTALLATION).
PISTON RINGS
STANDARD PROCEDURE—PISTON RING
FITTING
(1) Measurement of end gaps:
(a) Measure piston ring gap 2 in. from bottom of
cylinder bore. An inverted piston can be used to
push the rings down to ensure positioning rings
squarely in the cylinder bore before measuring.
(b) Insert feeler gauge in the gap. The top com-
pression ring gap should be between 0.254-0.508
mm (0.010-0.020 in.). The second compression ring
gap should be between 0.508-0.762 mm
(0.020-0.030 in.). The oil ring gap should be 0.254-
Fig. 40 Proper Ring Installation 1.270 mm (0.010-0.050 in.).
1 - OIL RING SPACER GAP (c) Rings with insufficient end gap may be prop-
2 - SECOND COMPRESSION RING GAP OIL RING RAIL GAP erly filed to the correct dimension. Rings with
(TOP) excess gaps should not be used.
3 - OIL RING RAIL GAP (BOTTOM) (2) Install rings, and confirm ring side clearance:
4 - TOP COMPRESSION RING GAP
(a) Install oil rings being careful not to nick or
scratch the piston. Install the oil control rings
according to instructions in the package. It is not
necessary to use a tool to install the upper and
9 - 42 ENGINE 3.9L BR/BE
PISTON RINGS (Continued)
lower rails. Insert oil rail spacer first, then side
rails.
(b) Install the second compression rings using
Installation Tool C-4184. The compression rings
must be installed with the identification mark face
up (toward top of piston) and chamfer facing down.
An identification mark on the ring is a drill point,
a stamped letter “O”, an oval depression, or the
word “TOP” (Fig. 41) (Fig. 43).
(c) Using a ring installer, install the top com-
pression ring with the chamfer facing up (Fig. 42)
(Fig. 43). An identification mark on the ring is a
drill point, a stamped letter “O”, an oval depression
Fig. 42 Top Compression Ring Identification
or the word “TOP” facing up.
(Typical)
(d) Measure side clearance between piston ring
and ring land. Clearance should be 0.074-0.097 mm 1 - TOP COMPRESSION RING (GRAY IN COLOR)
2 - CHAMFER
(0.0029-0.0038 in.) for the compression rings. The
3 - ONE DOT
steel rail oil ring should be free in groove, but
should not exceed 0.246 mm (0.0097 in.) side clear-
ance.
(e) Pistons with insufficient, or excessive, side
clearance should be replaced.
REMOVAL INSTALLATION
(1) Disconnect the negative cable from the battery. (1) Position the vibration damper onto the crank-
(2) Remove fan, and fan drive (Refer to 7 - COOL- shaft.
ING/ENGINE/FAN DRIVE VISCOUS CLUTCH - (2) Place installing tool, part of Puller Tool Set
REMOVAL). C-3688, in position and press the vibration damper
onto the crankshaft (Fig. 46).
BR/BE ENGINE 3.9L 9 - 43
VIBRATION DAMPER (Continued)
(5) Install the serpentine belt (Refer to 7 - COOL-
ING/ACCESSORY DRIVE/DRIVE BELTS - INSTAL-
LATION).
(6) Install viscous fan drive and fan (Refer to 7 -
COOLING/ENGINE/FAN DRIVE VISCOUS
CLUTCH - INSTALLATION).
(7) Install the fan shroud.
(8) Connect the negative cable to the battery.
FRONT MOUNT
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect the battery negative cable.
(2) Position fan to ensure clearance for radiator
top tank and hose.
Fig. 44 Proper Ring Installation
1 - OIL RING SPACER GAP CAUTION: DO NOT lift the engine by the intake
2 - SECOND COMPRESSION RING GAP OIL RING RAIL GAP manifold.
(TOP)
3 - OIL RING RAIL GAP (BOTTOM)
(3) Install engine support/lifting fixture.
4 - TOP COMPRESSION RING GAP
(4) Raise vehicle on hoist.
(5) Lift the engine SLIGHTLY and remove the
thru-bolt and nut (Fig. 47).
(6) Remove engine support bracket/cushion bolts
(Fig. 47). Remove the support bracket/cushion and
heat shields.
INSTALLATION
Fig. 46 Installing Vibration Damper
(1) With engine raised SLIGHTLY, position the
1 - SPECIAL TOOL C-3688 engine support bracket/cushion and heat shields to
the block. Install new bolts and tighten to 81 N·m (60
(3) Install the crankshaft bolt and washer. Tighten ft. lbs.) torque.
the bolt to 244 N·m (180 ft. lbs.) torque. (2) Install the through-bolt into the engine support
(4) Install the crankshaft pulley. Tighten the pul- bracket/cushion.
ley bolts to 23 N·m (200 in. lbs.) torque.
9 - 44 ENGINE 3.9L BR/BE
FRONT MOUNT (Continued)
(3) Lower engine with support/lifting fixture while (4) Install through-bolt nuts and tighten the nuts
guiding the engine bracket/cushion and through-bolt to 102 N·m (75 ft. lbs.) torque.
into support cushion brackets (Fig. 48). (5) Lower the vehicle.
(6) Remove lifting fixture.
REAR MOUNT
REMOVAL
(1) Raise the vehicle on a hoist.
(2) Position a transmission jack in place.
(3) Remove support cushion stud nuts (Fig. 49).
(4) Raise rear of transmission and engine
SLIGHTLY.
(5) Remove the bolts holding the support cushion
to the transmission support bracket. Remove the sup-
port cushion.
(6) If necessary, remove the bolts holding the
transmission support bracket to the transmission.
INSTALLATION
(1) If removed, position the transmission support
bracket to the transmission. Install new attaching
bolts and tighten to 88 N·m (65 ft. lbs.) torque.
Fig. 48 Positioning Engine Front Mounts
(2) Position support cushion to transmission sup-
1 - ENGINE SUPPORT BRACKET/CUSHION
port bracket. Install stud nuts and tighten to 41 N·m
2 - SUPPORT CUSHION BRACKET
(30 ft. lbs.) torque.
LUBRICATION
DESCRIPTION
A gear-type positive displacement pump (Fig. 50)is
Fig. 50 Positive Displacement Oil Pump—Typical
mounted at the underside of the rear main bearing
cap. The pump uses a pick-up tube and screen 1 - INNER ROTOR AND SHAFT
2 - BODY
assembly to gather engine oil from the oil pan.
3 - DISTRIBUTOR DRIVESHAFT (REFERENCE)
4 - COTTER PIN
OPERATION 5 - RETAINER CAP
The pump draws oil through the screen and inlet 6 - SPRING
tube from the sump at the rear of the oil pan. The oil 7 - RELIEF VALVE
is driven between the drive and idler gears and 8 - LARGE CHAMFERED EDGE
pump body, then forced through the outlet to the 9 - BOLT
block. An oil gallery in the block channels the oil to 10 - COVER
the inlet side of the full flow oil filter. After passing 11 - OUTER ROTOR
through the filter element, the oil passes from the
center outlet of the filter through an oil gallery that The hydraulic valve tappets receive oil directly
channels the oil up to the main gallery, which from the main oil gallery. The camshaft bearings
extends the entire length on the right side of the receive oil from the main bearing galleries. The front
block. The oil then goes down to the No. 1 main bear- camshaft bearing journal passes oil through the cam-
ing, back up to the left side of the block, and into the shaft sprocket to the timing chain. Oil drains back to
oil gallery on the left side of the engine. the oil pan under the No. 1 main bearing cap.
Galleries extend downward from the main oil gal- The oil supply for the rocker arms and bridged
lery to the upper shell of each main bearing. The pivot assemblies is provided by the hydraulic valve
crankshaft is drilled internally to pass oil from the tappets, which pass oil through hollow push rods to a
main bearing journals to the connecting rod journals. hole in the corresponding rocker arm. Oil from the
Each connecting rod bearing has half a hole in it, oil rocker arm lubricates the valve train components.
passes through the hole when the rods rotate and the The oil then passes down through the push rod guide
hole lines up, oil is then thrown off as the rod holes and the oil drain-back passages in the cylinder
rotates. This oil throwoff lubricates the camshaft head, past the valve tappet area, and then returns to
lobes, distributor drive gear, cylinder walls, and pis- the oil pan (Fig. 51).
ton pins.
9 - 46 ENGINE 3.9L BR/BE
LUBRICATION (Continued)
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING—ENGINE OIL (12) Clean the oil off the suspect oil leak area
using a suitable solvent. Drive the vehicle at various
PRESSURE
speeds approximately 24 km (15 miles). Inspect the
(1) Remove oil pressure sending unit.
engine for signs of an oil leak by using a black light.
(2) Install Oil Pressure Line and Gauge Tool
C-3292. Start engine and record pressure. (Refer to 9
- ENGINE - SPECIFICATIONS). OIL
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING—ENGINE OIL STANDARD PROCEDURE—ENGINE OIL
LEAKS
Begin with a through visual inspection of the OIL LEVEL INDICATOR (DIPSTICK)
engine, particularly at the area of the suspected leak. The engine oil level indicator is located at the right
If an oil leak source is not readily identifiable, the front of the engine, left of the generator on 3.9L
following steps should be followed: engines (Fig. 52).
(1) Do not clean or degrease the engine at this
time because some solvents may cause rubber to
swell, temporarily stopping the leak.
(2) Add an oil-soluble dye (use as recommended by
manufacturer). Start the engine and let idle for
approximately 15 minutes. Check the oil dipstick to
be sure the dye is thoroughly mixed as indicated
with a bright yellow color under a black light source.
(3) Using a black light, inspect the entire engine
for fluorescent dye, particularly at the suspected area
of oil leak. If the oil leak is found and identified,
repair per service manual instructions.
(4) If dye is not observed, drive the vehicle at var-
ious speeds for approximately 24km (15 miles), and
repeat previous step.
(5) If the oil leak source is not positively identified
at this time, proceed with the air leak detection test
Fig. 52 Oil Level Indicator Location
method as follows:
(6) Disconnect the breather cap to air cleaner hose 1 - CYLINDER HEAD COVER
2 - ENGINE OIL FILL CAP
at the breather cap end. Cap or plug breather cap
3 - DIPSTICK
nipple.
4 - ENGINE OIL FILTER
(7) Remove the PCV valve from the cylinder head 5 - FILTER BOSS
cover. Cap or plug the PCV valve grommet.
(8) Attach an air hose with pressure gauge and
regulator to the dipstick tube. CRANKCASE OIL LEVEL INSPECTION
CAUTION: Do not subject the engine assembly to CAUTION: Do not overfill crankcase with engine oil,
more than 20.6 kpa (3 PSI) of test pressure. oil foaming and oil pressure loss can result.
(9) Gradually apply air pressure from 1 psi to 2.5 To ensure proper lubrication of an engine, the
psi maximum while applying soapy water at the sus- engine oil must be maintained at an acceptable level.
pected source. Adjust the regulator to the suitable The acceptable levels are indicated between the ADD
test pressure that provide the best bubbles which and SAFE marks on the engine oil dipstick.
will pinpoint the leak source. If the oil leak is (1) Position vehicle on level surface.
detected and identified, repair per service manual (2) With engine OFF, allow approximately ten min-
procedures. utes for oil to settle to bottom of crankcase, remove
(10) If the leakage occurs at the rear oil seal area, engine oil dipstick.
refer to the section, Inspection for Rear Seal Area (3) Wipe dipstick clean.
Leak. (4) Install dipstick and verify it is seated in the
(11) If no leaks are detected, turn off the air sup- tube.
ply and remove the air hose and all plugs and caps. (5) Remove dipstick, with handle held above the
Install the PCV valve and breather cap hose. Proceed tip, take oil level reading.
to next step.
9 - 48 ENGINE 3.9L BR/BE
OIL (Continued)
(6) Add oil only if level is below the ADD mark on
dipstick.
OIL FILTER
REMOVAL
All engines are equipped with a high quality full-
Fig. 54 Oil Filter Sealing Surface—Typical
flow, disposable type oil filter. DaimlerChrysler Cor-
1 - SEALING SURFACE
poration recommends a Mopart or equivalent oil
2 - RUBBER GASKET
filter be used.
3 - OIL FILTER
(1) Position a drain pan under the oil filter.
(2) Using a suitable oil filter wrench loosen filter.
(3) Rotate the oil filter counterclockwise to remove OIL PAN
it from the cylinder block oil filter boss (Fig. 53).
(4) When filter separates from adapter nipple, tip
gasket end upward to minimize oil spill. Remove fil-
REMOVAL
ter from vehicle. (1) Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
(5) With a wiping cloth, clean the gasket sealing (2) Remove engine oil dipstick.
surface (Fig. 54) of oil and grime. (3) Raise vehicle.
(6) Install new filter (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/LUBRI- (4) Drain engine oil.
CATION/OIL FILTER - INSTALLATION). (5) Remove exhaust pipe.
(6) Remove left engine to transmission strut.
(7) Loosen the right side engine support bracket
cushion through-bolt nut and raise the engine
slightly. Remove oil pan by sliding backward and out.
(8) Remove the one-piece gasket.
BR/BE ENGINE 3.9L 9 - 49
OIL PAN (Continued)
CLEANING
Clean the block and pan gasket surfaces.
Trim or remove excess sealant film in the rear
main cap oil pan gasket groove. DO NOT remove
the sealant inside the rear main cap slots.
If present, trim excess sealant from inside the
engine.
Clean oil pan in solvent and wipe dry with a clean
cloth.
Clean oil screen and pipe thoroughly in clean sol-
vent. Inspect condition of screen.
INSPECTION
Inspect oil drain plug and plug hole for stripped or
damaged threads. Repair as necessary.
Inspect oil pan mounting flange for bends or distor-
tion. Straighten flange, if necessary.
INSTALLATION
(1) Clean the block and pan gasket surfaces.
(2) Fabricate four alignment dowels from 5/16 X 1 Fig. 56 Position of Dowels in Cylinder Block
1/2 inch bolts. Cut the head off the bolts and cut a 1 - DOWEL
slot into the top of the dowel. This will allow easier 2 - DOWEL
installation and removal with a screwdriver (Fig. 55). 3 - DOWEL
4 - DOWEL
OIL PUMP
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the oil pan (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/LU-
BRICATION/OIL PAN - REMOVAL).
(2) Remove the oil pump from rear main bearing cap.
DISASSEMBLE
(1) Remove the relief valve as follows:
(a) Remove cotter pin. Drill a 3.175 mm (1/8 in.)
hole into the relief valve retainer cap and insert a
self-threading sheet metal screw into cap.
(b) Clamp screw into a vise and while support- Fig. 58 Oil Pump
ing oil pump, remove cap by tapping pump body 1 - INNER ROTOR AND SHAFT
using a soft hammer. Discard retainer cap and 2 - BODY
remove spring and relief valve (Fig. 57). 3 - DISTRIBUTOR DRIVESHAFT (REFERENCE)
4 - COTTER PIN
5 - RETAINER CAP
6 - SPRING
7 - RELIEF VALVE
8 - LARGE CHAMFERED EDGE
9 - BOLT
10 - COVER
11 - OUTER ROTOR
INSPECTION
Mating surface of the oil pump cover should be
smooth. Replace pump assembly if cover is scratched
or grooved.
BR/BE ENGINE 3.9L 9 - 51
OIL PUMP (Continued)
Measure thickness and diameter of outer rotor. If
outer rotor thickness measures 20.9 mm (0.825 in.)
or less, or if the diameter is 62.7 mm (2.469 in.) or
less, replace outer rotor (Fig. 60).
INTAKE MANIFOLD
DESCRIPTION
The aluminum intake manifold (Fig. 66) is a single
plane design with equal length runners. This mani-
fold uses a separate plenum pan and gasket, there-
fore the plenum gasket is servicable. It also uses
separate flange gaskets and front and rear cross-over
Fig. 64 Measuring Clearance Over Rotors
gaskets. Extreme care must be used when sealing
1 - STRAIGHT EDGE the gaskets to ensure that excess sealant does not
2 - FEELER GAUGE
enter the intake runners causing a restriction.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING—INTAKE (18) Remove the throttle body (Refer to 14 - FUEL
SYSTEM/FUEL INJECTION/THROTTLE BODY -
MANIFOLD LEAKAGE
REMOVAL).
An intake manifold air leak is characterized by
(19) If required, remove the plenum pan and gas-
lower than normal manifold vacuum. Also, one or
ket. Discard gasket.
more cylinders may not be functioning.
REMOVAL INSTALLATION
(1) Disconnect the negative cable from the battery. (1) If the plenum pan was removed, position a new
(2) Drain the cooling system (Refer to 7 - COOL- gasket and install the plenum pan (Fig. 67). Tighten
ING - STANDARD PROCEDURE). bolts in the following sequence:
(3) Remove the A/C compressor (Refer to 24 - • Step 1. Tighten bolts to 5.4 N·m (48 in. lbs.)
HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING/PLUMBING/A/C • Step 2. Tighten bolts to 9.5 N·m (84 in. lbs.)
COMPRESSOR - REMOVAL). • Step 3. Check bolts to 9.5 N·m (84 in. lbs.)
(4) Remove the generator (Refer to 8 - ELECTRI-
CAL/CHARGING/GENERATOR - REMOVAL).
(5) Remove the accessory drive bracket.
(6) Remove the air cleaner.
(7) Perform the Fuel System Pressure release pro-
cedure (Refer to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL DELIV-
ERY - STANDARD PROCEDURE). Disconnect the
fuel lines (Refer to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL
DELIVERY/QUICK CONNECT FITTING - STAN-
DARD PROCEDURE).
(8) Disconnect the accelerator linkage (Refer to 14
- FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL INJECTION/THROTTLE
CONTROL CABLE - REMOVAL) and if so equipped,
the speed control and transmission kickdown cables.
(9) Remove the return spring.
(10) Remove the distributor cap and wires.
(11) Disconnect the coil wires.
(12) Disconnect the heat indicator sending unit
wire.
(13) Disconnect the heater hoses and bypass hose.
(14) Remove the closed crankcase ventilation and
evaporation control systems.
(15) Remove intake manifold bolts. Fig. 67 Plenum Pan Bolt Tightening Sequence
(16) Lift the intake manifold and throttle body out (2) Install the flange gaskets. Ensure that the ver-
of the engine compartment as an assembly. tical port alignment tab is resting on the deck face of
(17) Remove and discard the flange side gaskets the block. Also the horizontal alignment tabs must be
and the front and rear cross-over gaskets. in position with the mating cylinder head gasket tabs
(Fig. 69). The words MANIFOLD SIDE should be vis-
ible on the center of each flange gasket.
9 - 54 ENGINE 3.9L BR/BE
INTAKE MANIFOLD (Continued)
(3) Apply Mopart GEN II Silicone Rubber Adhe-
sive Sealant, or equivalent, to the four corner joints.
An excessive amount of sealant is not required to
ensure a leak proof seal. However, an excessive
amount of sealant may reduce the effectiveness of
the flange gasket and cross—over gaskets (Fig. 68).
The sealant should be approximately 5 mm (0.2 in)
in diameter.
(4) Install the front and rear cross-over gaskets.
TIMING BELT/CHAIN
TENSIONER
DESCRIPTION
The timing chain tensioner is a stamped steel con-
stant tension mechanical design. It is mounted to the
front of the engine, behind the timing chain drive.
INSPECTION—MEASURING TIMING CHAIN (5) Slide both sprockets evenly over their respec-
tive shafts and verify alignment of timing marks
STRETCH
(Fig. 77) with a straight-edge if necessary.
NOTE: Timing chain tensioner must be removed for
this operation.
INSTALLATION
(1) If tensioner assembly is being replaced, install
tensioner and mounting bolts. Torque bolts to 24 N·m
(210 in. lbs.).
(2) Place both camshaft sprocket and crankshaft
sprocket on the bench with timing marks on an exact
imaginary center line through both camshaft and
crankshaft bores.
(3) Place timing chain around both sprockets.
(4) Lift sprockets and chain (keep sprockets tight
against the chain in position as described).
BR/BE ENGINE 5.2L 9 - 59
ENGINE 5.2L
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING-ENGINE DIAGNOSIS Additional tests and diagnostic procedures may be
necessary for specific engine malfunctions that can-
- INTRODUCTION
not be isolated with the Service Diagnosis charts.
Engine diagnosis is helpful in determining the
Information concerning additional tests and diagno-
causes of malfunctions not detected and remedied by
sis is provided within the following:
routine maintenance.
• Cylinder Compression Pressure Test
These malfunctions may be classified as either
• Cylinder Combustion Pressure Leakage Test
mechanical (e.g., a strange noise), or performance
• Cylinder Head Gasket Failure Diagnosis
(e.g., engine idles rough and stalls).
• Intake Manifold Leakage Diagnosis
(Refer to 9 - ENGINE - DIAGNOSIS AND TEST-
• Lash Adjuster (Tappet) Noise Diagnosis
ING - Preformance) or (Refer to 9 - ENGINE - DIAG-
• Engine Oil Leak Inspection
NOSIS AND TESTING - Mechanical). Refer to 14 -
FUEL SYSTEM for fuel system diagnosis.
ENGINE WILL NOT CRANK 1. Weak or dead battery 1. Charge/Replace Battery. (Refer to 8
- ELECTRICAL/BATTERY SYSTEM/
BATTERY - STANDARD
PROCEDURE). Check charging
system. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
CHARGING - DIAGNOSIS AND
TESTING).
ENGINE LOSS OF POWER 1. Worn or burned distributor rotor 1. Install new distributor rotor
2. Worn distributor shaft 2. Remove and repair distributor (Refer
to 8 - ELECTRICAL/IGNITION
CONTROL/DISTRIBUTOR -
REMOVAL).
9 - 62 ENGINE 5.2L BR/BE
ENGINE 5.2L (Continued)
3. Worn or incorrect gapped spark 3. Clean plugs and set gap. (Refer to 8
plugs - ELECTRICAL/IGNITION CONTROL/
SPARK PLUG - CLEANING).
4. Dirt or water in fuel system 4. Clean system and replace fuel filter
5. Faulty fuel pump 5. Install new fuel pump
6. Incorrect valve timing 6. Correct valve timing
7. Blown cylinder head gasket 7. Install new cylinder head gasket
8. Low compression 8. Test cylinder compression (Refer to
9 - ENGINE - DIAGNOSIS AND
TESTING).
9. Burned, warped, or pitted valves 9. Install/Reface valves as necessary
10. Plugged or restricted exhaust 10. Install new parts as necessary
system
11. Faulty ignition cables 11. Replace any cracked or shorted
cables
12. Faulty ignition coil 12. Test and replace, as necessary
(Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/IGNITION
CONTROL/IGNITION COIL -
REMOVAL).
ENGINE STALLS OR 1. Carbon build-up on throttle plate 1. Remove throttle body and de-
ROUGH IDLE carbon. (Refer to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/
FUEL INJECTION/THROTTLE BODY -
REMOVAL).
2. Engine idle speed too low 2. Check Idle Air Control circuit. (Refer
to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL
INJECTION/IDLE AIR CONTROL
MOTOR - DESCRIPTION)
3. Worn or incorrectly gapped spark 3. Replace or clean and re-gap spark
plugs plugs (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
IGNITION CONTROL/SPARK PLUG -
CLEANING)
4. Worn or burned distributor rotor 4. Install new distributor rotor
5. Spark plug cables defective or 5. Check for correct firing order or
crossed replace spark plug cables. (Refer to 8 -
ELECTRICAL/IGNITION CONTROL/
SPARK PLUG CABLE - DIAGNOSIS
AND TESTING)
6. Faulty coil 6. Test and replace, if necessary (Refer
to 8 - ELECTRICAL/IGNITION
CONTROL/IGNITION COIL -
REMOVAL)
7. Intake manifold vacuum leak 7. Inspect intake manifold gasket and
vacuum hoses (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/
MANIFOLDS/INTAKE MANIFOLD -
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING).
BR/BE ENGINE 5.2L 9 - 63
ENGINE 5.2L (Continued)
ENGINE MISSES ON 1. Worn or incorrectly gapped spark 1. Replace spark plugs or clean and
ACCELERATION plugs set gap. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
IGNITION CONTROL/SPARK PLUG -
CLEANING)
2. Spark plug cables defective or 2. Replace or rewire secondary ignition
crossed cables. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
IGNITION CONTROL/SPARK PLUG
CABLE - REMOVAL)
3. Dirt in fuel system 3. Clean fuel system
4. Burned, warped or pitted valves 4. Install new valves
5. Faulty coil 5. Test and replace as necessary
(Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/IGNITION
CONTROL/IGNITION COIL -
REMOVAL)
NOISY VALVES/LIFTERS 1. High or low oil level in crankcase 1. Check for correct oil level. Adjust
oil level by draining or adding as
needed
2. Thin or diluted oil 2. Change oil. (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/LUBRICATION/OIL -
STANDARD PROCEDURE)
3. Low oil pressure 3. Check engine oil level. If ok,
Perform oil pressure test. (Refer to
9 - ENGINE/LUBRICATION -
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING) for
engine oil pressure test/
specifications
4. Dirt in tappets/lash adjusters 4. Clean/replace hydraulic
tappets/lash adjusters
5. Bent push rod(s) 5. Install new push rods
6. Worn rocker arms 6. Inspect oil supply to rocker arms
and replace worn arms as needed
7. Worn tappets/lash adjusters 7. Install new hydraulic tappets/lash
adjusters
8. Worn valve guides 8. Inspect all valve guides and
replace as necessary
9. Excessive runout of valve seats 9. Grind valves and seats
or valve faces
9 - 64 ENGINE 5.2L BR/BE
ENGINE 5.2L (Continued)
CONNECTING ROD NOISE 1. Insufficient oil supply 1. Check engine oil level.
2. Low oil pressure 2. Check engine oil level. If ok,
Perform oil pressure test. (Refer to
9 - ENGINE/LUBRICATION -
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING) engine
oil pressure test/specifications
3. Thin or diluted oil 3. Change oil to correct viscosity.
(Refer to 9 - ENGINE/
LUBRICATION/OIL - STANDARD
PROCEDURE) for correct
procedure/engine oil specifications
4. Excessive connecting rod Measure bearings for correct
bearing clearance clearance with plasti-gage. Repair
as necessary
5. Connecting rod journal out of 5. Replace crankshaft or grind
round journals
6. Misaligned connecting rods 6. Replace bent connecting rods
MAIN BEARING NOISE 1. Insufficient oil supply 1. Check engine oil level.
2. Low oil pressure 2. Check engine oil level. If ok,
Perform oil pressure test. (Refer to
9 - ENGINE/LUBRICATION -
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING)
3. Thin or diluted oil 3. Change oil to correct viscosity.
4. Excessive main bearing 4. Measure bearings for correct
clearance clearance. Repair as necessary
5. Excessive end play 5. Check crankshaft thrust bearing
for excessive wear on flanges
6. Crankshaft main journal out of 6. Grind journals or replace
round or worn crankshaft
7. Loose flywheel or torque 7. Inspect crankshaft, flexplate/
converter flywheel and bolts for damage.
Tighten to correct torque
LOW OIL PRESSURE 1. Low oil level 1. Check oil level and fill if
necessary
2. Faulty oil pressure sending unit 2. Install new sending unit
3. Clogged oil filter 3. Install new oil filter
4. Worn oil pump 4. Replace oil pump assembly.
5. Thin or diluted oil 5. Change oil to correct viscosity.
6. Excessive bearing clearance 6. Measure bearings for correct
clearance
7. Oil pump relief valve stuck 7. Remove valve to inspect, clean
and reinstall
8. Oil pump suction tube loose, 8. Inspect suction tube and clean or
broken, bent or clogged replace if necessary
9. Oil pump cover warped or 9. Install new oil pump
cracked
BR/BE ENGINE 5.2L 9 - 65
ENGINE 5.2L (Continued)
OIL PRESSURE DROP 1. Low oil level. 1. Check and correct oil level.
OIL PUMPING AT RINGS; SPARK 1. Worn or damaged rings. 1. Hone cylinder bores and replace
PLUGS FOULING rings.
2. Carbon in oil ring slots. 2. Replace rings.
3. Incorrect ring size installed. 3. Replace rings.
4. Worn valve guides. 4. Ream guides and replace valves.
5. Leaking intake gasket. 5. Replace intake gaskets.
6. Leaking valve guide seals. 6. Replace valve guide seals.
BR/BE ENGINE 5.2L 9 - 67
ENGINE 5.2L (Continued)
SPECIAL TOOLS
5.2L ENGINE
Puller C-3688
Puller 1026
Adaptor 6633
Adaptor 6716A
OPERATION—CYLINDER HEAD
The cylinder head closes the combustion chamber
allowing the pistons to compress the air fuel mixture
to the correct ratio for ignition. The valves located in
the cylinder head open and close to either allow clean
air into the combustion chamber or to allow the
9 - 80 ENGINE 5.2L BR/BE
CYLINDER HEAD (Continued)
COOLING SYSTEM TESTER METHOD (17) Remove the head bolts from each cylinder
head and remove cylinder heads. Discard the cylin-
WARNING: WITH COOLING SYSTEM TESTER IN der head gasket.
PLACE, PRESSURE WILL BUILD UP FAST. EXCES- (18) Remove spark plugs.
SIVE PRESSURE BUILT UP, BY CONTINUOUS
ENGINE OPERATION, MUST BE RELEASED TO A CLEANING
SAFE PRESSURE POINT. NEVER PERMIT PRES- Clean all surfaces of cylinder block and cylinder
SURE TO EXCEED 138 kPa (20 psi). heads.
Clean cylinder block front and rear gasket surfaces
Install Cooling System Tester 7700 or equivalent to using a suitable solvent.
pressure cap neck. Start the engine and observe the
tester’s pressure gauge. If gauge pulsates with every INSPECTION
power stroke of a cylinder a combustion pressure Inspect all surfaces with a straightedge if there is
leak is evident. any reason to suspect leakage. If out-of-flatness
exceeds 0.00075mm (0.0001in.) times the span length
CHEMICAL TEST METHOD
in any direction, either replace head or lightly
Combustion leaks into the cooling system can also machine the head surface.
be checked by using Bloc-Chek Kit C-3685-A or FOR EXAMPLE:—A 305 mm (12 in.) span is
equivalent. Perform test following the procedures 0.102 mm (0.004 in.) out-of-flat. The allowable out-of-
supplied with the tool kit. flat is 305 x 0.00075 (12 x 0.00075) equals 0.23 mm
(0.009 in.). This amount of out-of-flat is acceptable.
REMOVAL The cylinder head surface finish should be
(1) Disconnect the battery negative cable. 1.78-3.00 microns (70-125 microinches).
(2) Drain cooling system (Refer to 7 - COOLING - Inspect push rods. Replace worn or bent rods.
STANDARD PROCEDURE).
(3) Remove the air cleaner resonator and duct INSTALLATION
work. (1) Clean all surfaces of cylinder block and cylin-
(4) Remove the intake manifold-to-generator der heads.
bracket support rod. Remove the generator. (2) Clean cylinder block front and rear gasket sur-
(5) Remove closed crankcase ventilation system. faces using a suitable solvent.
(6) Disconnect the evaporation control system. (3) Position new cylinder head gaskets onto the
(7) Perform the Fuel System Pressure Release pro- cylinder block.
cedure (Refer to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL DELIV- (4) Position cylinder heads onto head gaskets and
ERY - STANDARD PROCEDURE). Disconnect the cylinder block.
fuel supply line (Refer to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL (5) Starting at top center, tighten all cylinder head
DELIVERY/QUICK CONNECT FITTING - STAN- bolts, in sequence (Fig. 6).
DARD PROCEDURE).
(8) Disconnect accelerator linkage and if so
equipped, the speed control and transmission kick-
down cables.
(9) Remove distributor cap and wires.
(10) Disconnect the coil wires.
(11) Disconnect heat indicator sending unit wire.
(12) Disconnect heater hoses and bypass hose.
(13) Remove cylinder head covers and gaskets
(Refer to 9 - ENGINE/CYLINDER HEAD/CYLIN-
DER HEAD COVER(S) - REMOVAL).
(14) Remove intake manifold (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/MANIFOLDS/INTAKE MANIFOLD -
REMOVAL) and throttle body as an assembly. Dis-
card the flange side gaskets and the front and rear
cross-over gaskets.
(15) Remove exhaust manifolds (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/MANIFOLDS/EXHAUST MANIFOLD - Fig. 6 Cylinder Head Bolt Tightening Sequence
REMOVAL).
(16) Remove rocker arm assemblies and push rods.
Identify to ensure installation in original locations.
BR/BE ENGINE 5.2L 9 - 81
CYLINDER HEAD (Continued)
CAUTION: When tightening the rocker arm bolts,
make sure the piston in that cylinder is NOT at
TDC. Contact between the valves and piston could
occur.
VALVE GUIDES
Measure valve stems for wear. If wear exceeds
0.051 mm (0.002 in.), replace the valve.
Measure valve stem guide clearance as follows:
(1) Install Valve Guide Sleeve Tool C-3973 over
valve stem and install valve (Fig. 8). The special
sleeve places the valve at the correct height for
Fig. 9 Measuring Valve Guide Wear
checking with a dial indicator.
1 - VALVE
2 - SPECIAL TOOL C-3339
VALVE GUIDES
Service valves with oversize stems are available.
Refer to REAMER SIZES CHART
BR/BE ENGINE 5.2L 9 - 83
INTAKE/EXHAUST VALVES & SEATS (Continued)
REFACING VALVES AND VALVE SEATS VALVES
The intake and exhaust valves have a 43-1/4° to Inspect the remaining margin after the valves are
43-3/4° face angle and a 44-1/4° to 44-3/4° seat angle refaced (Fig. 11). Valves with less than 1.190 mm
(Fig. 10). (0.047 in.) margin should be discarded.
VALVE SEATS
VALVE FACE AND VALVE SEAT ANGLE CHART
CAUTION: DO NOT un-shroud valves during valve
ITEM DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION seat refacing (Fig. 12).
A SEAT WIDTH
INTAKE 1.016 - 1.524 mm
(0.040 - 0.060 in.)
EXHAUST 1.524 - 2.032 mm
(0.060 - 0.080 in.)
B FACE ANGLE
(INT. AND EXT.) 43¼° - 43¾°
C SEAT ANGLE
(INT. AND EXT.) 44¼° - 44¾°
D CONTACT
SURFACE —
Fig. 12 Refacing Valve Seats
1 - STONE
2 - PILOT
3 - VALVE SEAT
4 - SHROUD
9 - 84 ENGINE 5.2L BR/BE
INTAKE/EXHAUST VALVES & SEATS (Continued)
(1) When refacing valve seats, it is important that
the correct size valve guide pilot be used for reseat-
ing stones. A true and complete surface must be
obtained.
(2) Measure the concentricity of valve seat using a
dial indicator. Total runout should not exceed 0.051
mm (0.002 in.) total indicator reading.
(3) Inspect the valve seat with Prussian blue, to
determine where the valve contacts the seat. To do
this, coat valve seat LIGHTLY with Prussian blue
then set valve in place. Rotate the valve with light
pressure. If the blue is transferred to the center of
valve face, contact is satisfactory. If the blue is trans-
ferred to the top edge of valve face, lower valve seat
with a 15° stone. If the blue is transferred to bottom
edge of valve face raise valve seat with a 60° stone.
(4) When seat is properly positioned the width of Fig. 13 Testing Valve Spring for Compressed
intake seats should be 1.016-1.524 mm (0.040-0.060 Length
in.). The width of the exhaust seats should be 1.524- 1 - TORQUE WRENCH
2.032 mm (0.060-0.080 in.). 2 - VALVE SPRING TESTER
VALVE SPRINGS
Whenever valves have been removed for inspection, INSPECTION
reconditioning or replacement, valve springs should Measure valve stems for wear. If wear exceeds
be tested. As an example the compression length of 0.051 mm (0.002 in.), replace the valve.
the spring to be tested is 1-5/16 in.. Turn table of Measure valve stem guide clearance as follows:
Universal Valve Spring Tester Tool until surface is in (1) Install Valve Guide Sleeve Tool C-3973 over
line with the 1-5/16 in. mark on the threaded stud. valve stem and install valve (Fig. 14). The special
Be sure the zero mark is to the front (Fig. 13). Place sleeve places the valve at the correct height for
spring over stud on the table and lift compressing checking with a dial indicator.
lever to set tone device. Pull on torque wrench until
ping is heard. Take reading on torque wrench at this
instant. Multiply this reading by 2. This will give the
spring load at test length. Fractional measurements
are indicated on the table for finer adjustments.
Refer to specifications to obtain specified height and
allowable tensions. Discard the springs that do not
meet specifications.
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the cylinder head (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/CYLINDER HEAD - REMOVAL).
(2) Compress valve springs using Valve Spring Fig. 14 Positioning Valve with Tool C-3973
Compressor Tool MD- 998772A and adapter 6716A. 1 - VALVE
(3) Remove valve retaining locks, valve spring 2 - SPACER TOOL
retainers, valve stem seals and valve springs.
(4) Before removing valves, remove any burrs from (2) Attach dial indicator Tool C-3339 to cylinder
valve stem lock grooves to prevent damage to the head and set it at right angles to valve stem being
valve guides. Identify valves to ensure installation in measured (Fig. 15).
original location. (3) Move valve to and from the indicator. The total
dial indicator reading should not exceed 0.432 mm
CLEANING (0.017 in.). Ream the guides for valves with oversize
Clean valves thoroughly. Discard burned, warped, stems if dial indicator reading is excessive or if the
or cracked valves. stems are scuffed or scored.
Remove carbon and varnish deposits from inside of
valve guides with a reliable guide cleaner.
BR/BE ENGINE 5.2L 9 - 85
INTAKE/EXHAUST VALVES & SEATS (Continued)
INSTALLATION
(1) Clean valves thoroughly. Discard burned,
warped and cracked valves.
(2) Remove carbon and varnish deposits from Fig. 16 Rocker Arms
inside of valve guides with a reliable guide cleaner. 1 - ROCKER ARMS
(3) Measure valve stems for wear. If wear exceeds 2 - CYLINDER HEAD
0.051 mm (0.002 inch), replace the valve.
(4) Coat valve stems with lubrication oil and insert
them in cylinder head. INSTALLATION
(5) If valves or seats are reground, check valve (1) Rotate the crankshaft until the “V8” mark lines
stem height. If valve is too long, replace cylinder up with the TDC mark on the timing chain case
head. cover. This mark is located 147° ATDC from the No.1
(6) Install new seals on all valve guides. Install firing position.
valve springs and valve retainers. (2) Install the push rods in the same order as
(7) Compress valve springs with Valve Spring removed.
Compressor Tool MD-998772A and adapter 6716A, (3) Install rocker arm and pivot assemblies in the
install locks and release tool. If valves and/or seats same order as removed. Tighten the rocker arm bolts
are ground, measure the installed height of springs. to 28 N·m (21 ft. lbs.) torque.
Make sure the measurement is taken from bottom of
spring seat in cylinder head to the bottom surface of CAUTION: DO NOT rotate or crank the engine dur-
spring retainer. If spacers are installed, measure ing or immediately after rocker arm installation.
from the top of spacer. If height is greater than 42.86 Allow the hydraulic roller tappets adequate time to
mm (1-11/16 inches), install a 1.587 mm (1/16 inch) bleed down (about 5 minutes).
spacer in head counterbore. This should bring spring
(4) Install cylinder head cover (Refer to 9 -
height back to normal 41.27 to 42.86 mm (1-5/8 to
ENGINE/CYLINDER HEAD/CYLINDER HEAD
1-11/16 inch).
COVER(S) - INSTALLATION).
(8) Install cylinder head (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/
CYLINDER HEAD - INSTALLATION).
9 - 86 ENGINE 5.2L BR/BE
ENGINE BLOCK (4) If plug is too low, remove oil pan and No. 4 main
bearing cap. Use suitable flat dowel to position properly.
CLEANING Coat outside diameter of plug with Mopart Stud and
Clean cylinder block thoroughly and check all core Bearing Mount Adhesive. Plug should be 54.0 to 57.7
hole plugs for evidence of leakage. mm (2-1/8 to 2-5/16 in.) from bottom of the block.
REMOVAL—CAMSHAFT
NOTE: The camshaft has an integral oil pump and
distributor drive gear (Fig. 19).
Fig. 23 Sealant Application to Bearing Cap (17) If the transmission was removed, install the
1 - .25 DROP OF LOCTITE 515 ON BOTH SIDES OF REAR MAIN transmission.
CAP
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the oil pan (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/LU-
BRICATION/OIL PAN - REMOVAL).
Fig. 25 Main Bearing Orientation (2) Remove the oil pump from the rear main bear-
ing cap (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/LUBRICATION/OIL
OPERATION PUMP - REMOVAL).
The main bearings encircle the crankshaft main (3) Identify bearing caps before removal. Remove
bearing journals, this aligns the crankshaft to the bearing caps one at a time.
centerline of the engine and allows the crankshaft to (4) Remove upper half of bearing by inserting
turn without wobbling or shaking therefore eliminat- Crankshaft Main Bearing Remover/Installer Tool
ing vibration. The main bearings are available in C-3059 into the oil hole of crankshaft (Fig. 27).
standard and undersizes. (5) Slowly rotate crankshaft clockwise, forcing out
upper half of bearing shell.
STANDARD PROCEDURE—CRANKSHAFT MAIN
BEARING FITTING INSTALLATION
Bearing caps are not interchangeable and should Only one main bearing should be selectively fitted
be marked at removal to ensure correct assembly. while all other main bearing caps are properly tight-
Upper and lower bearing halves are NOT inter- ened. All bearing capbolts removed during service
changeable. Lower main bearing halves of No.2 and 4 procedures are to be cleaned and oiled before instal-
are interchangeable. lation.
Upper and lower No.3 bearing halves are flanged When installing a new upper bearing shell, slightly
to carry the crankshaft thrust loads. They are NOT chamfer the sharp edges from the plain side.
interchangeable with any other bearing halves in the (1) Start bearing in place, and insert Crankshaft
engine (Fig. 26). Bearing shells are available in stan- Main Bearing Remover/Installer Tool C-3059 into oil
dard and the following undersizes: Never install an hole of crankshaft (Fig. 27).
undersize bearing that will reduce clearance below (2) Slowly rotate crankshaft counterclockwise slid-
specifications. ing the bearing into position. Remove Tool C-3059.
(3) Install the bearing caps. Clean and oil the
bolts. Tighten the capbolts to 115 N·m (85 ft. lbs.)
torque.
(4) Install the oil pump (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/LU-
BRICATION/OIL PUMP - INSTALLATION).
BR/BE ENGINE 5.2L 9 - 91
CRANKSHAFT MAIN BEARINGS (Continued)
tion/alignment Tool 6635, should fit with minimum
interference. If tool does not fit, the cover must be
removed and installed properly.
(4) Place a suitable tool behind the lips of the oil
seal to pry the oil seal outward. Be careful not to
damage the crankshaft seal bore of cover.
INSTALLATION
(1) Place the smaller diameter of the oil seal over
Front Oil Seal Installation Tool 6635 (Fig. 28). Seat
the oil seal in the groove of the tool.
(2) Position the seal and tool onto the crankshaft
(Fig. 29).
(3) Using the vibration damper bolt, tighten the
bolt to draw the seal into position on the crankshaft
(Fig. 30).
(4) Remove the vibration damper bolt and seal
Fig. 27 Upper Main Bearing Removal and
installation tool.
Installation with Tool C-3059
(5) Inspect the seal flange on the vibration
1 - SPECIAL TOOL C-3059 damper.
2 - BEARING
(6) Install the vibration damper (Refer to 9 -
3 - SPECIAL TOOL C-3059
ENGINE/ENGINE BLOCK/VIBRATION DAMPER -
4 - BEARING
INSTALLATION).
(7) Connect the negative cable to the battery.
(5) Install the oil pan (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/LU-
BRICATION/OIL PAN - INSTALLATION).
(6) Start engine check for leaks.
OPERATION
The crankshaft seals prevent oil from leaking from
around the crankshaft, either from the rear of the
engine or from the engine front cover.
REMOVAL
The service seal is a two piece, Viton seal. The
upper seal half can be installed with crankshaft
removed from engine or with crankshaft installed.
When a new upper seal is installed, install a new
lower seal. The lower seal half can be installed only
with the rear main bearing cap removed.
LOWER SEAL
(1) Remove the oil pan (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/LU-
BRICATION/OIL PAN - REMOVAL).
(2) Remove the oil pump (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/
LUBRICATION/OIL PUMP - REMOVAL).
(3) Remove the rear main bearing cap and discard
the old lower seal.
INSTALLATION
The service seal is a two piece, Viton seal. The
upper seal half can be installed with crankshaft
removed from engine or with crankshaft installed.
When a new upper seal is installed, install a new
lower seal. The lower seal half can be installed only
with the rear main bearing cap removed.
LOWER SEAL
(1) Clean the rear main cap mating surfaces
including the oil pan gasket groove.
Fig. 33 Distributor Driveshaft Bushing Removal
(2) Carefully install a new upper seal. Refer to
UPPER SEAL—CRANKSHAFT INSTALLED. 1 - SPECIAL TOOL C-3052
2 - BUSHING
(3) Lightly oil the new lower seal lips with engine
oil.
(4) Install a new lower seal in bearing cap with INSTALLATION
the white paint facing the rear of engine. (1) Slide new bushing over burnishing end of Dis-
(5) Apply 5 mm (0.20 in.) drop of Mopart Gasket tributor Drive Shaft Bushing Driver/Burnisher Tool
Maker, or equivalent, on each side of the rear main C-3053. Insert the tool and bushing into the bore.
bearing cap (Fig. 31). DO NOT over-apply sealant or (2) Drive bushing and tool into position, using a
allow the sealant to contact the rubber seal. Assem- hammer (Fig. 34).
ble bearing cap to cylinder block immediately after
sealant application.
(6) To align the bearing cap, use cap slot, align-
ment dowel, and cap bolts. DO NOT remove excess
material after assembly. DO NOT strike rear cap
more than two times for proper engagement.
(7) Install the rear main bearing cap with cleaned
and oiled cap bolts. Alternately tighten the cap bolts
to 115 N·m (85 ft. lbs.) torque.
(8) Install oil pump (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/LUBRI-
CATION/OIL PUMP - INSTALLATION).
(9) Apply Mopart GEN II Silicone Rubber Adhe-
sive Sealant, or equivalent, at bearing cap-to-block Fig. 34 Distributor Driveshaft Bushing Installation
joint to provide cap to block and oil pan sealing.
1 - SPECIAL TOOL C-3053
Apply enough sealant so that a small amount is 2 - BUSHING
squeezed out. Withdraw nozzle and wipe excess seal-
ant off the oil pan seal groove.
(10) Immediately install the oil pan (Refer to 9 - (3) As the burnisher is pulled through the bushing,
ENGINE/LUBRICATION/OIL PAN - INSTALLATION). the bushing is expanded tight in the block and bur-
nished to correct size (Fig. 35). DO NOT ream this
bushing.
DISTRIBUTOR BUSHING
CAUTION: This procedure MUST be followed when
installing a new bushing or seizure to shaft may
REMOVAL
occur.
(1) Remove distributor (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
IGNITION CONTROL/DISTRIBUTOR - REMOVAL).
(2) Remove the intake manifold (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/MANIFOLDS/INTAKE MANIFOLD -
REMOVAL).
(3) Insert Distributor Drive Shaft Bushing Puller
Tool C-3052 into old bushing and thread down until a
tight fit is obtained (Fig. 33).
(4) Hold puller screw and tighten puller nut until
bushing is removed.
BR/BE ENGINE 5.2L 9 - 95
DISTRIBUTOR BUSHING (Continued)
LOW
Low oil level may allow oil pump to take in air.
When air is fed to the tappets, they lose length,
which allows valves to seat noisily. Any leaks on
intake side of oil pump through which air can be
drawn will create the same tappet action. Check the
lubrication system from the intake strainer to the
pump cover, including the relief valve retainer cap.
When tappet noise is due to aeration, it may be
intermittent or constant, and usually more than one
tappet will be noisy. When oil level and leaks have
been corrected, operate the engine at fast idle. Run
Fig. 35 Burnishing Distributor Driveshaft Bushing
engine for a sufficient time to allow all of the air
1 - SPECIAL TOOL C-3053
inside the tappets to be bled out.
2 - BUSHING
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the engine from the vehicle (Refer to 9
- ENGINE - REMOVAL).
(2) Remove the cylinder head (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/CYLINDER HEAD - REMOVAL).
(3) Remove the oil pan (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/LU-
BRICATION/OIL PAN - REMOVAL).
Fig. 37 Piston Measurements (4) Remove top ridge of cylinder bores with a reli-
able ridge reamer before removing pistons from cyl-
1 - 62.230 mm (2.45 IN.)
inder block. Be sure to keep tops of pistons covered
during this operation.
(5) Be sure each connecting rod and connecting rod
cap is identified with the cylinder number. Remove
connecting rod cap. Install connecting rod bolt guide
set on connecting rod bolts.
(6) Pistons and connecting rods must be removed
from top of cylinder block. When removing the
assemblies from the engine, rotate crankshaft so that
9 - 98 ENGINE 5.2L BR/BE
PISTON & CONNECTING ROD (Continued)
the connecting rod is centered in cylinder bore and at (part of Tool C-385). Be sure position of rings
BDC. Be careful not to nick crankshaft journals. does not change during this operation.
(7) After removal, install bearing cap on the mat- (4) Install connecting rod bolt protectors on rod
ing rod. bolts. The long protector should be installed on the
numbered side of the connecting rod.
CLEANING (5) Rotate crankshaft so that the connecting rod
Clean the piston and connecting rod assembly journal is on the center of the cylinder bore. Be sure
using a suitable solvent. connecting rod and cylinder bore number are the
same. Insert rod and piston into cylinder bore and
INSPECTION guide rod over the crankshaft journal.
Check the connecting rod journal for excessive (6) Tap the piston down in cylinder bore, using a
wear, taper and scoring (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/EN- hammer handle. At the same time, guide connecting
GINE BLOCK/CONNECTING ROD BEARINGS - rod into position on crankshaft journal.
STANDARD PROCEDURE). (7) The notch, or groove, on top of piston must be
Check the connecting rod for signs of twist or bend- pointing toward front of engine. The larger chamfer
ing. of the connecting rod bore must be installed toward
Check the piston for taper and elliptical shape crankshaft journal fillet.
before it is fitted into the cylinder bore (Refer to 9 - (8) Install rod caps. Be sure connecting rod, con-
ENGINE/ENGINE BLOCK/PISTON & CONNECT- necting rod cap, and cylinder bore number are the
ING ROD - STANDARD PROCEDURE). same. Install nuts on cleaned and oiled rod bolts and
Check the piston for scoring, or scraping marks in tighten nuts to 61 N·m (45 ft. lbs.) torque.
the piston skirts. Check the ring lands for cracks (9) Install the oil pan (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/LU-
and/or deterioration. BRICATION/OIL PAN - INSTALLATION).
(10) Install the cylinder head (Refer to 9 -
INSTALLATION ENGINE/CYLINDER HEAD - INSTALLATION).
(1) Be sure that compression ring gaps are stag- (11) Install the engine into the vehicle (Refer to 9 -
gered so that neither is in line with oil ring rail gap. ENGINE - INSTALLATION).
(2) Before installing the ring compressor, be sure
the oil ring expander ends are butted and the rail
gaps located properly (Fig. 38).
PISTON RINGS
STANDARD PROCEDURE—PISTON RING
FITTING
(1) Measurement of end gaps:
(a) Measure piston ring gap 2 in. from bottom of
cylinder bore. An inverted piston can be used to
push the rings down to ensure positioning rings
squarely in the cylinder bore before measuring.
(b) Insert feeler gauge in the gap. The top com-
pression ring gap should be between 0.254-0.508
mm (0.010-0.020 in.). The second compression ring
gap should be between 0.508-0.762 mm
(0.020-0.030 in.). The oil ring gap should be 0.254-
1.270 mm (0.010-0.050 in.).
(c) Rings with insufficient end gap may be prop-
erly filed to the correct dimension. Rings with
Fig. 38 Proper Ring Installation excess gaps should not be used.
1 - OIL RING SPACER GAP (2) Install rings, and confirm ring side clearance:
2 - SECOND COMPRESSION RING GAP OIL RING RAIL GAP (a) Install oil rings being careful not to nick or
(TOP) scratch the piston. Install the oil control rings
3 - OIL RING RAIL GAP (BOTTOM) according to instructions in the package. It is not
4 - TOP COMPRESSION RING GAP
necessary to use a tool to install the upper and
lower rails. Insert oil rail spacer first, then side
(3) Immerse the piston head and rings in clean rails.
engine oil. Slide Piston Ring Compressor Tool C-385
over the piston and tighten with the special wrench
BR/BE ENGINE 5.2L 9 - 99
PISTON RINGS (Continued)
(b) Install the second compression rings using
Installation Tool C-4184. The compression rings
must be installed with the identification mark face
up (toward top of piston) and chamfer facing down.
An identification mark on the ring is a drill point,
a stamped letter “O”, an oval depression, or the
word “TOP” (Fig. 39) (Fig. 41).
(c) Using a ring installer, install the top com-
pression ring with the chamfer facing up (Fig. 40)
(Fig. 41). An identification mark on the ring is a
drill point, a stamped letter “O”, an oval depression
or the word “TOP” facing up.
(d) Measure side clearance between piston ring
Fig. 40 Top Compression Ring Identification
and ring land. Clearance should be 0.074-0.097 mm
(Typical)
(0.0029-0.0038 in.) for the compression rings. The
steel rail oil ring should be free in groove, but 1 - TOP COMPRESSION RING (GRAY IN COLOR)
2 - CHAMFER
should not exceed 0.246 mm (0.0097 in.) side clear-
3 - ONE DOT
ance.
(e) Pistons with insufficient, or excessive, side
clearance should be replaced.
(3) Orient the rings: (4) Remove the vibration damper pulley.
(a) Arrange top compression ring 90° counter- (5) Remove vibration damper bolt and washer from
clockwise from the oil ring rail gap (Fig. 42). end of crankshaft.
(b) Arrange second compression ring 90° clock- (6) Install bar and screw from Puller Tool Set
wise from the oil ring rail gap (Fig. 42). C-3688. Install two bolts with washers through the
puller tool and into the vibration damper (Fig. 43).
(7) Pull vibration damper off of the crankshaft.
VIBRATION DAMPER
INSTALLATION
REMOVAL (1) Position the vibration damper onto the crank-
(1) Disconnect the negative cable from the battery. shaft.
(2) Remove fan, and fan drive (Refer to 7 - COOL- (2) Place installing tool, part of Puller Tool Set
ING/ENGINE/FAN DRIVE VISCOUS CLUTCH - C-3688, in position and press the vibration damper
REMOVAL). onto the crankshaft (Fig. 44).
(3) Remove the accessory drive belt (Refer to 7 - (3) Install the crankshaft bolt and washer. Tighten
COOLING/ACCESSORY DRIVE/DRIVE BELTS - the bolt to 244 N·m (180 ft. lbs.) torque.
REMOVAL).
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VIBRATION DAMPER (Continued)
(5) Install the serpentine belt (Refer to 7 - COOL-
ING/ACCESSORY DRIVE/DRIVE BELTS - INSTAL-
LATION).
(6) Install viscous fan drive and fan (Refer to 7 -
COOLING/ENGINE/FAN DRIVE VISCOUS
CLUTCH - INSTALLATION).
(7) Install the fan shroud.
(8) Connect the negative cable to the battery.
FRONT MOUNT
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect the battery negative cable.
(2) Position fan to ensure clearance for radiator
top tank and hose.
Fig. 42 Proper Ring Installation
1 - OIL RING SPACER GAP CAUTION: DO NOT lift the engine by the intake
2 - SECOND COMPRESSION RING GAP OIL RING RAIL GAP manifold.
(TOP)
3 - OIL RING RAIL GAP (BOTTOM)
(3) Install engine support/lifting fixture.
4 - TOP COMPRESSION RING GAP
(4) Raise vehicle on hoist.
(5) Lift the engine SLIGHTLY and remove the
thru-bolt and nut (Fig. 45).
(6) Remove engine support bracket/cushion bolts
(Fig. 45). Remove the support bracket/cushion and
heat shields.
INSTALLATION
Fig. 44 Installing Vibration Damper
(1) With engine raised SLIGHTLY, position the
1 - SPECIAL TOOL C-3688 engine support bracket/cushion and heat shields to
the block. Install new bolts and tighten to 81 N·m (60
(4) Install the crankshaft pulley. Tighten the pul- ft. lbs.) torque.
ley bolts to 23 N·m (200 in. lbs.) torque. (2) Install the through-bolt into the engine support
bracket/cushion.
BR/BE ENGINE 5.2L 9 - 101
FRONT MOUNT (Continued)
(3) Lower engine with support/lifting fixture while
guiding the engine bracket/cushion and through-bolt
into support cushion brackets (Fig. 46).
(4) Install through-bolt nuts and tighten the nuts
to 102 N·m (75 ft. lbs.) torque.
(5) Lower the vehicle.
(6) Remove lifting fixture.
REAR MOUNT
REMOVAL
(1) Raise the vehicle on a hoist.
(2) Position a transmission jack in place.
(3) Remove support cushion stud nuts (Fig. 47).
(4) Raise rear of transmission and engine
SLIGHTLY.
(5) Remove the bolts holding the support cushion
to the transmission support bracket. Remove the sup-
port cushion.
(6) If necessary, remove the bolts holding the
transmission support bracket to the transmission. Fig. 46 Positioning Engine Front Mounts
1 - ENGINE SUPPORT BRACKET/CUSHION
INSTALLATION 2 - SUPPORT CUSHION BRACKET
(1) If removed, position the transmission support
bracket to the transmission. Install new attaching
(2) Position support cushion to transmission sup-
bolts and tighten to 88 N·m (65 ft. lbs.) torque.
port bracket. Install stud nuts and tighten to 41 N·m
(30 ft. lbs.) torque.
LUBRICATION
DESCRIPTION
A gear-type positive displacement pump (Fig. 48)is
Fig. 48 Positive Displacement Oil Pump—Typical
mounted at the underside of the rear main bearing
cap. The pump uses a pick-up tube and screen 1 - INNER ROTOR AND SHAFT
2 - BODY
assembly to gather engine oil from the oil pan.
3 - DISTRIBUTOR DRIVESHAFT (REFERENCE)
4 - COTTER PIN
OPERATION 5 - RETAINER CAP
The pump draws oil through the screen and inlet 6 - SPRING
tube from the sump at the rear of the oil pan. The oil 7 - RELIEF VALVE
is driven between the drive and idler gears and 8 - LARGE CHAMFERED EDGE
pump body, then forced through the outlet to the 9 - BOLT
block. An oil gallery in the block channels the oil to 10 - COVER
the inlet side of the full flow oil filter. After passing 11 - OUTER ROTOR
through the filter element, the oil passes from the
center outlet of the filter through an oil gallery that The hydraulic valve tappets receive oil directly
channels the oil up to the main gallery, which from the main oil gallery. The camshaft bearings
extends the entire length on the right side of the receive oil from the main bearing galleries. The front
block. The oil then goes down to the No. 1 main bear- camshaft bearing journal passes oil through the cam-
ing, back up to the left side of the block, and into the shaft sprocket to the timing chain. Oil drains back to
oil gallery on the left side of the engine. the oil pan under the No. 1 main bearing cap.
Galleries extend downward from the main oil gal- The oil supply for the rocker arms and bridged
lery to the upper shell of each main bearing. The pivot assemblies is provided by the hydraulic valve
crankshaft is drilled internally to pass oil from the tappets, which pass oil through hollow push rods to a
main bearing journals to the connecting rod journals. hole in the corresponding rocker arm. Oil from the
Each connecting rod bearing has half a hole in it, oil rocker arm lubricates the valve train components.
passes through the hole when the rods rotate and the The oil then passes down through the push rod guide
hole lines up, oil is then thrown off as the rod holes and the oil drain-back passages in the cylinder
rotates. This oil throwoff lubricates the camshaft head, past the valve tappet area, and then returns to
lobes, distributor drive gear, cylinder walls, and pis- the oil pan (Fig. 49).
ton pins.
BR/BE ENGINE 5.2L 9 - 103
LUBRICATION (Continued)
OIL FILTER
Fig. 52 Oil Filter Sealing Surface—Typical
REMOVAL
1 - SEALING SURFACE
All engines are equipped with a high quality full-
2 - RUBBER GASKET
flow, disposable type oil filter. DaimlerChrysler Cor-
3 - OIL FILTER
poration recommends a Mopart or equivalent oil
filter be used.
(1) Position a drain pan under the oil filter. OIL PAN
(2) Using a suitable oil filter wrench loosen filter.
(3) Rotate the oil filter counterclockwise to remove
it from the cylinder block oil filter boss (Fig. 51).
REMOVAL
(4) When filter separates from adapter nipple, tip (1) Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
gasket end upward to minimize oil spill. Remove fil- (2) Remove engine oil dipstick.
ter from vehicle. (3) Raise vehicle.
(5) With a wiping cloth, clean the gasket sealing (4) Drain engine oil.
surface (Fig. 54) of oil and grime. (5) Remove exhaust pipe.
(6) Install new filter (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/LUBRI- (6) Remove left engine to transmission strut.
CATION/OIL FILTER - INSTALLATION). (7) Loosen the right side engine support bracket
cushion thru-bolt nut and raise the engine slightly.
Remove oil pan by sliding backward and out.
(8) Remove the one-piece gasket.
9 - 106 ENGINE 5.2L BR/BE
OIL PAN (Continued)
CLEANING
Clean the block and pan gasket surfaces.
Trim or remove excess sealant film in the rear
main cap oil pan gasket groove. DO NOT remove
the sealant inside the rear main cap slots.
If present, trim excess sealant from inside the
engine.
Clean oil pan in solvent and wipe dry with a clean
cloth.
Clean oil screen and pipe thoroughly in clean sol-
vent. Inspect condition of screen.
INSPECTION
Inspect oil drain plug and plug hole for stripped or
damaged threads. Repair as necessary.
Inspect oil pan mounting flange for bends or distor-
tion. Straighten flange, if necessary.
INSTALLATION
(1) Clean the block and pan gasket surfaces.
(2) Trim or remove excess sealant film in the rear
main cap oil pan gasket groove. DO NOT remove
the sealant inside the rear main cap slots.
Fig. 54 Position of Dowels in Cylinder Block
(3) If present, trim excess sealant from inside the
1 - DOWEL
engine.
2 - DOWEL
(4) Fabricate 4 alignment dowels from 5/16 x 1 1/2
3 - DOWEL
inch bolts. Cut the head off the bolts and cut a slot 4 - DOWEL
into the top of the dowel. This will allow easier
installation and removal with a screwdriver (Fig. 53).
(6) Apply small amount of Mopart Silicone Rubber
Adhesive Sealant, or equivalent in the corner of the
cap and the cylinder block.
(7) Slide the one-piece gasket over the dowels and
onto the block.
(8) Position the oil pan over the dowels and onto
the gasket.
(9) Install the oil pan bolts. Tighten the bolts to 24
N·m (215 in. lbs.) torque.
(10) Remove the dowels. Install the remaining oil
pan bolts. Tighten these bolts to 24 N·m (215 in. lbs.)
torque.
Fig. 53 Fabrication of Alignment Dowels (11) Lower the engine into the support cushion
1 - 5/16” X 1½” BOLT brackets and tighten the thru bolt nut to the proper
2 - DOWEL torque.
3 - SLOT (12) Install the drain plug. Tighten drain plug to
34 N·m (25 ft. lbs.) torque.
(13) Install the engine to transmission strut.
(5) Install the dowels in the cylinder block (Fig.
(14) Install exhaust pipe.
54).
(15) Lower vehicle.
(16) Install dipstick.
(17) Connect the negative cable to the battery.
(18) Fill crankcase with oil to proper level.
BR/BE ENGINE 5.2L 9 - 107
OIL PUMP
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the oil pan (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/LU-
BRICATION/OIL PAN - REMOVAL).
(2) Remove the oil pump from rear main bearing
cap.
DISASSEMBLE
(1) Remove the relief valve as follows:
(a) Remove cotter pin. Drill a 3.175 mm (1/8
inch) hole into the relief valve retainer cap and
insert a self-threading sheet metal screw. Fig. 56 Oil Pump
(b) Clamp screw into a vise and while support- 1 - INNER ROTOR AND SHAFT
ing oil pump, remove cap by tapping pump body 2 - BODY
using a soft hammer. Discard retainer cap and 3 - DISTRIBUTOR DRIVESHAFT (REFERENCE)
remove spring and relief valve (Fig. 55). 4 - COTTER PIN
5 - RETAINER CAP
6 - SPRING
7 - RELIEF VALVE
8 - LARGE CHAMFERED EDGE
9 - BOLT
10 - COVER
11 - OUTER ROTOR
INSPECTION
Mating surface of the oil pump cover should be
smooth. Replace pump assembly if cover is scratched
or grooved.
Lay a straightedge across the pump cover surface
(Fig. 57). If a 0.038 mm (0.0015 inch) feeler gauge
can be inserted between cover and straightedge,
pump assembly should be replaced.
9 - 108 ENGINE 5.2L BR/BE
OIL PUMP (Continued)
Measure thickness and diameter of OUTER rotor.
If outer rotor thickness measures 20.9 mm (0.825
inch) or less or if the diameter is 62.7 mm (2.469
inches) or less, replace outer rotor (Fig. 58).
ASSEMBLE
(1) Install pump rotors and shaft, using new parts
as required. Fig. 64 Intake Manifold and Throttle Body—V-8 Gas
(2) Position the oil pump cover onto the pump Engines Typical
body. Tighten cover bolts to 11 N·m (95 in. lbs.)
1 - FUEL RAIL ASSEMBLY
torque.
2 - FUEL RAIL MOUNTING BOLTS
(3) Install the relief valve and spring. Insert the 3 - FUEL RAIL CONNECTING HOSES
cotter pin.
(4) Tap on a new retainer cap.
(5) Prime oil pump before installation by filling OPERATION
rotor cavity with engine oil. The intake manifold, meters and delivers air to the
combustion chambers allowing the fuel delivered by
INSTALLATION the fuel injectors to ignite, thus producing power.
(1) Install oil pump. During installation slowly
rotate pump body to ensure driveshaft-to-pump rotor
shaft engagement.
(2) Hold the oil pump base flush against mating
surface on No.5 main bearing cap. Finger tighten
pump attaching bolts. Tighten attaching bolts to 41
N·m (30 ft. lbs.) torque.
(3) Install the oil pan (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/LU-
BRICATION/OIL PAN - INSTALLATION).
9 - 110 ENGINE 5.2L BR/BE
INTAKE MANIFOLD (Continued)
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
(2) Drain the cooling system (Refer to 7 - COOL-
ING - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
(3) Remove the A/C compressor (Refer to 24 -
HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING/PLUMBING/A/C
COMPRESSOR - REMOVAL).
(4) Remove the generator (Refer to 8 - ELECTRI-
CAL/CHARGING/GENERATOR - REMOVAL).
(5) Remove the accessory drive bracket. Fig. 65 Throttle Body Assembly
(6) Remove the air cleaner. 1 - FUEL RAIL ASSEMBLY
(7) Perform the Fuel System Pressure release pro- 2 - FUEL RAIL MOUNTING BOLTS
cedure (Refer to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL DELIV- 3 - FUEL RAIL CONNECTING HOSES
ERY - STANDARD PROCEDURE). Disconnect the
fuel lines (Refer to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL (19) If required, remove the plenum pan and gas-
DELIVERY/QUICK CONNECT FITTING - STAN- ket. Discard gasket.
DARD PROCEDURE).
(8) Disconnect the accelerator linkage (Refer to 14 CLEANING
- FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL INJECTION/THROTTLE Clean manifold in solvent and blow dry with com-
CONTROL CABLE - REMOVAL) and if so equipped, pressed air.
the speed control and transmission kickdown cables. Clean cylinder block front and rear gasket surfaces
(9) Remove the return spring. using a suitable solvent.
(10) Remove the distributor cap and wires. The plenum pan rail must be clean and dry (free of
(11) Disconnect the coil wires. all foreign material).
(12) Disconnect the heat indicator sending unit
wire. INSPECTION
(13) Disconnect the heater hoses and bypass hose. Inspect manifold for cracks.
(14) Remove the closed crankcase ventilation and Inspect mating surfaces of manifold for flatness
evaporation control systems. with a straightedge.
BR/BE ENGINE 5.2L 9 - 111
INTAKE MANIFOLD (Continued)
INSTALLATION
(1) If removed, position new plenum gasket and
install plenum pan (Fig. 66).
(2) Tighten plenum pan mounting bolts as follows:
• Step 1. Tighten bolts to 5.4 N·m (48 in. lbs.)
• Step 2. Tighten bolts to 9.5 N·m (84 in. lbs.)
• Step 3. Check all bolts are at 9.5 N·m (84 in.
lbs.)
INSTALLATION
(1) Place both camshaft sprocket and crankshaft
sprocket on the bench with timing marks on exact
imaginary center line through both camshaft and
crankshaft bores.
(2) Place timing chain around both sprockets.
(3) Turn crankshaft and camshaft to line up with
keyway location in crankshaft sprocket and in cam-
shaft sprocket.
(4) Lift sprockets and chain (keep sprockets tight
against the chain in position as described).
(5) Slide both sprockets evenly over their respec- Fig. 75 Alignment of Timing Marks
tive shafts and use a straightedge to check alignment
1 - TIMING MARKS
of timing marks (Fig. 75).
(6) Install the camshaft bolt. Tighten the bolt to 68
N·m (50 ft. lbs.) torque. (8) Install the timing chain cover (Refer to 9 -
(7) Check camshaft end play. The end play should ENGINE/VALVE TIMING/TIMING BELT / CHAIN
be 0.051-0.152 mm (0.002-0.006 inch) with a new COVER(S) - INSTALLATION).
thrust plate and up to 0.254 mm (0.010 inch) with a
used thrust plate. If not within these limits install a
new thrust plate.
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ENGINE 5.9L
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
ENGINE WILL NOT CRANK 1. Weak or dead battery 1. Charge/Replace Battery. (Refer to
8 - ELECTRICAL/BATTERY
SYSTEM/BATTERY - STANDARD
PROCEDURE). Check charging
system. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
CHARGING - DIAGNOSIS AND
TESTING).
ENGINE CRANKS BUT WILL NOT 1. No spark 1. Check for spark. (Refer to 8 -
START ELECTRICAL/IGNITION CONTROL
- DESCRIPTION)
ENGINE LOSS OF POWER 1. Worn or burned distributor rotor 1. Install new distributor rotor
2. Worn distributor shaft 2. Remove and repair distributor
(Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
IGNITION CONTROL/
DISTRIBUTOR - REMOVAL).
3. Worn or incorrect gapped spark 3. Clean plugs and set gap. (Refer
plugs to 8 - ELECTRICAL/IGNITION
CONTROL/SPARK PLUG -
CLEANING).
4. Dirt or water in fuel system 4. Clean system and replace fuel
filter
5. Faulty fuel pump 5. Install new fuel pump
6. Incorrect valve timing 6. Correct valve timing
7. Blown cylinder head gasket 7. Install new cylinder head gasket
8. Low compression 8. Test cylinder compression (Refer
to 9 - ENGINE - DIAGNOSIS AND
TESTING).
9. Burned, warped, or pitted valves 9. Install/Reface valves as
necessary
10. Plugged or restricted exhaust 10. Install new parts as necessary
system
11. Faulty ignition cables 11. Replace any cracked or shorted
cables
12. Faulty ignition coil 12. Test and replace, as necessary
(Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
IGNITION CONTROL/IGNITION
COIL - REMOVAL).
ENGINE STALLS OR ROUGH IDLE 1. Carbon build-up on throttle plate 1. Remove throttle body and
de-carbon. (Refer to 14 - FUEL
SYSTEM/FUEL INJECTION/
THROTTLE BODY - REMOVAL).
2. Engine idle speed too low 2. Check Idle Air Control circuit.
(Refer to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL
INJECTION/IDLE AIR CONTROL
MOTOR - DESCRIPTION)
3. Worn or incorrectly gapped spark 3. Replace or clean and re-gap
plugs spark plugs (Refer to 8 -
ELECTRICAL/IGNITION CONTROL/
SPARK PLUG - CLEANING)
4. Worn or burned distributor rotor 4. Install new distributor rotor
5. Spark plug cables defective or 5. Check for correct firing order or
crossed replace spark plug cables. (Refer to
8 - ELECTRICAL/IGNITION
CONTROL/SPARK PLUG CABLE -
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING)
6. Faulty coil 6. Test and replace, if necessary
(Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
IGNITION CONTROL/IGNITION
COIL - REMOVAL)
9 - 120 ENGINE 5.9L BR/BE
ENGINE 5.9L (Continued)
ENGINE MISSES ON 1. Worn or incorrectly gapped spark 1. Replace spark plugs or clean and
ACCELERATION plugs set gap. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
IGNITION CONTROL/SPARK PLUG
- CLEANING)
2. Spark plug cables defective or 2. Replace or rewire secondary
crossed ignition cables. (Refer to 8 -
ELECTRICAL/IGNITION CONTROL/
SPARK PLUG CABLE - REMOVAL)
3. Dirt in fuel system 3. Clean fuel system
4. Burned, warped or pitted valves 4. Install new valves
5. Faulty coil 5. Test and replace as necessary
(Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
IGNITION CONTROL/IGNITION
COIL - REMOVAL)
NOISY VALVES/LIFTERS 1. High or low oil level in crankcase 1. Check for correct oil level. Adjust
oil level by draining or adding as
needed
2. Thin or diluted oil 2. Change oil. (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/LUBRICATION/OIL -
STANDARD PROCEDURE)
3. Low oil pressure 3. Check engine oil level. If ok,
Perform oil pressure test. (Refer to
9 - ENGINE/LUBRICATION -
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING) for
engine oil pressure test/
specifications
4. Dirt in tappets/lash adjusters 4. Clean/replace hydraulic
tappets/lash adjusters
5. Bent push rod(s) 5. Install new push rods
6. Worn rocker arms 6. Inspect oil supply to rocker arms
and replace worn arms as needed
7. Worn tappets/lash adjusters 7. Install new hydraulic tappets/lash
adjusters
8. Worn valve guides 8. Inspect all valve guides and
replace as necessary
9. Excessive runout of valve seats 9. Grind valves and seats
or valve faces
BR/BE ENGINE 5.9L 9 - 121
ENGINE 5.9L (Continued)
CONNECTING ROD NOISE 1. Insufficient oil supply 1. Check engine oil level.
2. Low oil pressure 2. Check engine oil level. If ok,
Perform oil pressure test. (Refer to
9 - ENGINE/LUBRICATION -
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING) engine
oil pressure test/specifications
3. Thin or diluted oil 3. Change oil to correct viscosity.
(Refer to 9 - ENGINE/
LUBRICATION/OIL - STANDARD
PROCEDURE) for correct
procedure/engine oil specifications
4. Excessive connecting rod Measure bearings for correct
bearing clearance clearance with plasti-gage. Repair
as necessary
5. Connecting rod journal out of 5. Replace crankshaft or grind
round journals
6. Misaligned connecting rods 6. Replace bent connecting rods
MAIN BEARING NOISE 1. Insufficient oil supply 1. Check engine oil level.
2. Low oil pressure 2. Check engine oil level. If ok,
Perform oil pressure test. (Refer to
9 - ENGINE/LUBRICATION -
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING)
3. Thin or diluted oil 3. Change oil to correct viscosity.
4. Excessive main bearing 4. Measure bearings for correct
clearance clearance. Repair as necessary
5. Excessive end play 5. Check crankshaft thrust bearing
for excessive wear on flanges
6. Crankshaft main journal out of 6. Grind journals or replace
round or worn crankshaft
7. Loose flywheel or torque 7. Inspect crankshaft, flexplate/
converter flywheel and bolts for damage.
Tighten to correct torque
LOW OIL PRESSURE 1. Low oil level 1. Check oil level and fill if
necessary
2. Faulty oil pressure sending unit 2. Install new sending unit
3. Clogged oil filter 3. Install new oil filter
4. Worn oil pump 4. Replace oil pump assembly.
5. Thin or diluted oil 5. Change oil to correct viscosity.
6. Excessive bearing clearance 6. Measure bearings for correct
clearance
7. Oil pump relief valve stuck 7. Remove valve to inspect, clean
and reinstall
8. Oil pump suction tube loose, 8. Inspect suction tube and clean or
broken, bent or clogged replace if necessary
9. Oil pump cover warped or 9. Install new oil pump
cracked
9 - 122 ENGINE 5.9L BR/BE
ENGINE 5.9L (Continued)
OIL PRESSURE DROP 1. Low oil level. 1. Check and correct oil level.
OIL PUMPING AT RINGS; SPARK 1. Worn or damaged rings. 1. Hone cylinder bores and replace
PLUGS FOULING rings.
2. Carbon in oil ring slots. 2. Replace rings.
3. Incorrect ring size installed. 3. Replace rings.
4. Worn valve guides. 4. Ream guides and replace valves.
5. Leaking intake gasket. 5. Replace intake gaskets.
6. Leaking valve guide seals. 6. Replace valve guide seals.
9 - 124 ENGINE 5.9L BR/BE
ENGINE 5.9L (Continued)
SPECIAL TOOLS
5.9L ENGINE
Puller C-3688
Puller 1026
Adaptor 6633
Adaptor 6716A
VALVE GUIDES
Measure valve stems for wear. If wear exceeds
0.051 mm (0.002 in.), replace the valve.
Fig. 7 Cylinder Head Cover Gasket
Measure valve stem guide clearance as follows:
1 - CYLINDER HEAD COVER GASKET (1) Install Valve Guide Sleeve Tool C-3973 over
valve stem and install valve (Fig. 8). The special
(1) Disconnect the negative cable from the battery. sleeve places the valve at the correct height for
checking with a dial indicator.
BR/BE ENGINE 5.9L 9 - 139
INTAKE/EXHAUST VALVES & SEATS (Continued)
(1) Slowly turn reamer by hand and clean guide thor-
oughly before installing new valve. Ream the valve
guides from standard to 0.381 mm (0.015 in.). Use
a two step procedure so the valve guides are
reamed true in relation to the valve seat:
• Step 1—Ream to 0.0763 mm (0.003 inch).
• Step 2—Ream to 0.381 mm (0.015 inch).
1 - VALVE
2 - SPECIAL TOOL C-3339 VALVE FACE AND VALVE SEAT ANGLE CHART
(3) Move valve to and from the indicator. The total ITEM DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION
dial indicator reading should not exceed 0.432 mm
(0.017 in.). Ream the guides for valves with oversize A SEAT WIDTH
stems if dial indicator reading is excessive or if the INTAKE 1.016 - 1.524 mm
stems are scuffed or scored. (0.040 - 0.060 in.)
VALVE GUIDES EXHAUST 1.524 - 2.032 mm
Service valves with oversize stems are available. (0.060 - 0.080 in.)
Refer to REAMER SIZES CHART
REAMER SIZES CHART B FACE ANGLE
(INT. AND EXT.) 43¼° - 43¾°
REAMER O/S VALVE GUIDE SIZE C SEAT ANGLE
0.076 mm 8.026 - 8.052 mm (INT. AND EXT.) 44¼° - 44¾°
(0.003 in.) (0.316 - 0.317 in.)
D CONTACT
0.381 mm 8.331 - 8.357 mm
SURFACE —
(0.015 in.) (0.328 - 0.329 in.)
9 - 140 ENGINE 5.9L BR/BE
INTAKE/EXHAUST VALVES & SEATS (Continued)
VALVES (1) When refacing valve seats, it is important that
Inspect the remaining margin after the valves are the correct size valve guide pilot be used for reseat-
refaced (Fig. 11). Valves with less than 1.190 mm ing stones. A true and complete surface must be
(0.047 in.) margin should be discarded. obtained.
(2) Measure the concentricity of valve seat using a
dial indicator. Total runout should not exceed 0.051
mm (0.002 in.) total indicator reading.
(3) Inspect the valve seat with Prussian blue, to
determine where the valve contacts the seat. To do
this, coat valve seat LIGHTLY with Prussian blue
then set valve in place. Rotate the valve with light
pressure. If the blue is transferred to the center of
valve face, contact is satisfactory. If the blue is trans-
ferred to the top edge of valve face, lower valve seat
with a 15° stone. If the blue is transferred to bottom
edge of valve face raise valve seat with a 60° stone.
(4) When seat is properly positioned the width of
intake seats should be 1.016-1.524 mm (0.040-0.060
in.). The width of the exhaust seats should be 1.524-
2.032 mm (0.060-0.080 in.).
VALVE SPRINGS
Fig. 11 Intake and Exhaust Valves Whenever valves have been removed for inspection,
1 - MARGIN reconditioning or replacement, valve springs should
2 - VALVE SPRING RETAINER LOCK GROOVE be tested. As an example the compression length of
3 - STEM the spring to be tested is 1-5/16 in.. Turn table of
4 - FACE Universal Valve Spring Tester Tool until surface is in
line with the 1-5/16 in. mark on the threaded stud.
Be sure the zero mark is to the front (Fig. 13). Place
VALVE SEATS spring over stud on the table and lift compressing
CAUTION: DO NOT un-shroud valves during valve lever to set tone device. Pull on torque wrench until
seat refacing (Fig. 12). ping is heard. Take reading on torque wrench at this
instant. Multiply this reading by 2. This will give the
spring load at test length. Fractional measurements
are indicated on the table for finer adjustments.
Refer to specifications to obtain specified height and
allowable tensions. Discard the springs that do not
meet specifications.
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the cylinder head (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/CYLINDER HEAD - REMOVAL).
(2) Compress valve springs using Valve Spring
Compressor Tool MD- 998772A and adapter 6716A.
(3) Remove valve retaining locks, valve spring
retainers, valve stem seals and valve springs.
(4) Before removing valves, remove any burrs from
valve stem lock grooves to prevent damage to the
valve guides. Identify valves to ensure installation in
Fig. 12 Refacing Valve Seats original location.
1 - STONE
2 - PILOT CLEANING
3 - VALVE SEAT Clean valves thoroughly. Discard burned, warped,
4 - SHROUD or cracked valves.
Remove carbon and varnish deposits from inside of
valve guides with a reliable guide cleaner.
BR/BE ENGINE 5.9L 9 - 141
INTAKE/EXHAUST VALVES & SEATS (Continued)
Fig. 13 Testing Valve Spring for Compressed Fig. 15 Measuring Valve Guide Wear
Length 1 - VALVE
1 - TORQUE WRENCH 2 - SPECIAL TOOL C-3339
2 - VALVE SPRING TESTER
INSTALLATION
INSPECTION (1) Clean valves thoroughly. Discard burned,
Measure valve stems for wear. If wear exceeds warped and cracked valves.
0.051 mm (0.002 in.), replace the valve. (2) Remove carbon and varnish deposits from
Measure valve stem guide clearance as follows: inside of valve guides with a reliable guide cleaner.
(1) Install Valve Guide Sleeve Tool C-3973 over (3) Measure valve stems for wear. If wear exceeds
valve stem and install valve (Fig. 14). The special 0.051 mm (0.002 inch), replace the valve.
sleeve places the valve at the correct height for (4) Coat valve stems with lubrication oil and insert
checking with a dial indicator. them in cylinder head.
(5) If valves or seats are reground, check valve
stem height. If valve is too long, replace cylinder
head.
(6) Install new seals on all valve guides. Install
valve springs and valve retainers.
(7) Compress valve springs with Valve Spring
Compressor Tool MD-998772A and adapter 6716A,
install locks and release tool. If valves and/or seats
are ground, measure the installed height of springs.
Make sure the measurement is taken from bottom of
spring seat in cylinder head to the bottom surface of
spring retainer. If spacers are installed, measure
Fig. 14 Positioning Valve with Tool C-3973 from the top of spacer. If height is greater than 42.86
1 - VALVE mm (1-11/16 inches), install a 1.587 mm (1/16 inch)
2 - SPACER TOOL spacer in head counterbore. This should bring spring
height back to normal 41.27 to 42.86 mm (1-5/8 to
(2) Attach dial indicator Tool C-3339 to cylinder 1-11/16 inch).
head and set it at right angles to valve stem being (8) Install cylinder head (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/
measured (Fig. 15). CYLINDER HEAD - INSTALLATION).
(3) Move valve to and from the indicator. The total
dial indicator reading should not exceed 0.432 mm
(0.017 in.). Ream the guides for valves with oversize
stems if dial indicator reading is excessive or if the
stems are scuffed or scored.
9 - 142 ENGINE 5.9L BR/BE
INSTALLATION
(1) Rotate the crankshaft until the “V8” mark lines
up with the TDC mark on the timing chain case
cover. This mark is located 147° ATDC from the No.1
firing position.
(2) Install the push rods in the same order as
removed.
(3) Install rocker arm and pivot assemblies in the
same order as removed. Tighten the rocker arm bolts
to 28 N·m (21 ft. lbs.) torque.
(4) Install cylinder head cover (Refer to 9 - Fig. 17 Oil Line Plug
ENGINE/CYLINDER HEAD/CYLINDER HEAD 1 - RIGHT OIL GALLERY
COVER(S) - INSTALLATION). 2 - CYLINDER BLOCK
3 - OIL FROM FILTER TO SYSTEM
4 - OIL TO FILTER
ENGINE BLOCK 5 - FROM OIL PUMP
6 - CRANKSHAFT
7 - PLUG
CLEANING
Clean cylinder block thoroughly and check all core
hole plugs for evidence of leakage. (4) If plug is too low, remove oil pan and No. 4
main bearing cap. Use suitable flat dowel to position
properly. Coat outside diameter of plug with Mopart
BR/BE ENGINE 5.9L 9 - 143
ENGINE BLOCK (Continued)
Stud and Bearing Mount Adhesive. Plug should be (1) Remove the radiator (Refer to 7 - COOLING/
54.0 to 57.7 mm (2-1/8 to 2-5/16 in.) from bottom of ENGINE/RADIATOR - REMOVAL).
the block. (2) Remove the A/C Condenser (if equipped)
(3) Remove the engine cover.
(4) Remove intake manifold (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/
CAMSHAFT & BEARINGS (IN MANIFOLDS/INTAKE MANIFOLD - REMOVAL).
BLOCK) (5) Remove cylinder head covers (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/CYLINDER HEAD/CYLINDER HEAD
REMOVAL—CAMSHAFT BEARINGS COVER(S) - REMOVAL).
(6) Remove timing case cover (Refer to 9 -
NOTE: This procedure requires that the engine is ENGINE/VALVE TIMING/TIMING BELT / CHAIN
removed from the vehicle. COVER(S) - REMOVAL) and timing chain (Refer to 9
- ENGINE/VALVE TIMING/TIMING BELT/CHAIN
(1) With engine completely disassembled, drive out AND SPROCKETS - REMOVAL).
rear cam bearing core plug. (7) Remove rocker arms.
(2) Install proper size adapters and horseshoe (8) Remove push rods and tappets. Identify each
washers (part of Camshaft Bearing Remover/Installer part so it can be installed in its original location.
Tool C-3132-A) at back of each bearing shell. Drive (9) Remove distributor and lift out the oil pump
out bearing shells (Fig. 18). and distributor drive shaft.
(10) Remove camshaft thrust plate, note location of
oil tab (Fig. 20).
REMOVAL—CAMSHAFT
NOTE: The camshaft has an integral oil pump and
distributor drive gear (Fig. 19).
INSTALLATION
(1) Clean Gasket Maker residue and sealant from
the cylinder block and rear cap mating surface. Do
this before applying the Mopart Gasket Maker and
the installation of rear cap.
(2) Lightly oil the new upper seal lips with engine
oil.
(3) Install the new upper rear bearing oil seal with
the white paint facing towards the rear of the engine.
(4) Position the crankshaft into the cylinder block.
(5) Lightly oil the new lower seal lips with engine
oil.
Fig. 22 Crankshaft with Journal Size Identification (6) Install the new lower rear bearing oil seal into
the bearing cap with the white paint facing towards
OPERATION the rear of the engine.
The crankshaft transfers force generated by com- (7) Apply 5 mm (0.20 in) drop of Mopart Gasket
bustion within the cylinder bores to the flywheel or Maker, or equivalent, on each side of the rear main
flexplate. bearing cap (Fig. 23). DO NOT over apply sealant or
allow the sealant to contact the rubber seal. Assem-
REMOVAL ble bearing cap to cylinder block immediately after
sealant application.
NOTE: This procedure can be done in vehicle. How-
ever the transmission must be removed first.
OPERATION
The main bearings encircle the crankshaft main
bearing journals, this aligns the crankshaft to the
centerline of the engine and allows the crankshaft to
turn without wobbling or shaking therefore eliminat-
ing vibration. The main bearings are available in
standard and undersizes.
INSTALLATION
(1) Place the smaller diameter of the oil seal over
Front Oil Seal Installation Tool 6635 (Fig. 28). Seat
the oil seal in the groove of the tool.
(2) Position the seal and tool onto the crankshaft
(Fig. 29).
(3) Using the vibration damper bolt, tighten the
bolt to draw the seal into position on the crankshaft
(Fig. 30).
(4) Remove the vibration damper bolt and seal
installation tool.
(5) Inspect the seal flange on the vibration damper.
(6) Install the vibration damper (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/ENGINE BLOCK/VIBRATION DAMPER -
INSTALLATION).
(7) Connect the negative cable to the battery.
HYDRAULIC LIFTERS
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING—HYDRAULIC
Fig. 33 Distributor Driveshaft Bushing Removal TAPPETS
Before disassembling any part of the engine to cor-
1 - SPECIAL TOOL C-3052
2 - BUSHING
rect tappet noise, check the oil pressure. If vehicle
has no oil pressure gauge, install a reliable gauge at
the pressure sending-unit. The pressure should be
between 207-552 kPa (30-80 psi) at 3,000 RPM.
Check the oil level after the engine reaches normal
operating temperature. Allow 5 minutes to stabilize
oil level, check dipstick. The oil level in the pan
should never be above the FULL mark or below the
ADD OIL mark on dipstick. Either of these two con-
ditions could be responsible for noisy tappets.
OIL LEVEL
HIGH
Fig. 34 Distributor Driveshaft Bushing Installation If oil level is above the FULL mark, it is possible
1 - SPECIAL TOOL C-3053
for the connecting rods to dip into the oil. With the
2 - BUSHING engine running, this condition could create foam in
the oil pan. Foam in oil pan would be fed to the
hydraulic tappets by the oil pump causing them to
nished to correct size (Fig. 35). DO NOT ream this lose length and allow valves to seat noisily.
bushing.
LOW
CAUTION: This procedure MUST be followed when
Low oil level may allow oil pump to take in air. When
installing a new bushing or seizure to shaft may
air is fed to the tappets, they lose length, which allows
occur.
valves to seat noisily. Any leaks on intake side of oil
pump through which air can be drawn will create the
same tappet action. Check the lubrication system from
the intake strainer to the pump cover, including the
relief valve retainer cap. When tappet noise is due to
aeration, it may be intermittent or constant, and usu-
ally more than one tappet will be noisy. When oil level
and leaks have been corrected, operate the engine at
fast idle. Run engine for a sufficient time to allow all of
the air inside the tappets to be bled out.
A — — — —
PISTON & CONNECTING ROD
B 101.580 101.592 101.605 101.618
DESCRIPTION (3.9992) (3.9997) (4.0002) (4.0007)
The pistons are made of aluminum and have three
ring grooves, the top two grooves are for the compres- C 101.592 101.605 101.618 101.630
sion rings and the bottom groove is for the oil control (3.9997) (4.0002) (4.0007) (4.0012)
ring. The connecting rods are forged steel and are
coined prior to heat treat. The piston pins are press fit. D 101.605 101.618 101.630 101.643
(4.0002) (4.0007) (4.0012) (4.0017)
E — — — —
DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION
RING GROOVE
HEIGHT
OIL RAIL 4.033 - 4.058 mm
(.1588 - .1598 in.)
COMPRESSION 1.529 - 1.554 mm
RAIL
(.0602 - .0612 in.)
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the engine from the vehicle (Refer to 9
- ENGINE - REMOVAL).
(2) Remove the cylinder head (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/CYLINDER HEAD - REMOVAL).
(3) Remove the oil pan (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/LU-
BRICATION/OIL PAN - REMOVAL).
(4) Remove top ridge of cylinder bores with a reli-
able ridge reamer before removing pistons from cyl-
inder block. Be sure to keep tops of pistons covered
during this operation.
(5) Be sure each connecting rod and connecting rod
cap is identified with the cylinder number. Remove
connecting rod cap. Install connecting rod bolt guide
set on connecting rod bolts.
(6) Pistons and connecting rods must be removed Fig. 38 Proper Ring Installation
from top of cylinder block. When removing the
1 - OIL RING SPACER GAP
assemblies from the engine, rotate crankshaft so that
2 - SECOND COMPRESSION RING GAP OIL RING RAIL GAP
the connecting rod is centered in cylinder bore and at (TOP)
BDC. Be careful not to nick crankshaft journals. 3 - OIL RING RAIL GAP (BOTTOM)
(7) After removal, install bearing cap on the mat- 4 - TOP COMPRESSION RING GAP
ing rod.
(5) Rotate crankshaft so that the connecting rod
CLEANING journal is on the center of the cylinder bore. Be sure
Clean the piston and connecting rod assembly connecting rod and cylinder bore number are the
using a suitable solvent. same. Insert rod and piston into cylinder bore and
guide rod over the crankshaft journal.
INSPECTION (6) Tap the piston down in cylinder bore, using a
Check the connecting rod journal for excessive hammer handle. At the same time, guide connecting
wear, taper and scoring (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/EN- rod into position on crankshaft journal.
GINE BLOCK/CONNECTING ROD BEARINGS - (7) The notch, or groove, on top of piston must be
STANDARD PROCEDURE). pointing toward front of engine. The larger chamfer
Check the connecting rod for signs of twist or bend- of the connecting rod bore must be installed toward
ing. crankshaft journal fillet.
Check the piston for taper and elliptical shape (8) Install rod caps. Be sure connecting rod, con-
before it is fitted into the cylinder bore (Refer to 9 - necting rod cap, and cylinder bore number are the
ENGINE/ENGINE BLOCK/PISTON & CONNECT- same. Install nuts on cleaned and oiled rod bolts and
ING ROD - STANDARD PROCEDURE). tighten nuts to 61 N·m (45 ft. lbs.) torque.
Check the piston for scoring, or scraping marks in (9) Install the oil pan (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/LU-
the piston skirts. Check the ring lands for cracks BRICATION/OIL PAN - INSTALLATION).
and/or deterioration. (10) Install the cylinder head (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/CYLINDER HEAD - INSTALLATION).
INSTALLATION (11) Install the engine into the vehicle (Refer to 9 -
(1) Be sure that compression ring gaps are stag- ENGINE - INSTALLATION).
gered so that neither is in line with oil ring rail gap.
(2) Before installing the ring compressor, be sure
the oil ring expander ends are butted and the rail PISTON RINGS
gaps located properly (Fig. 38).
(3) Immerse the piston head and rings in clean STANDARD PROCEDURE—PISTON RING
engine oil. Slide Piston Ring Compressor Tool C-385 FITTING
over the piston and tighten with the special wrench (1) Measurement of end gaps:
(part of Tool C-385). Be sure position of rings (a) Measure piston ring gap 2 in. from bottom of
does not change during this operation. cylinder bore. An inverted piston can be used to
(4) Install connecting rod bolt protectors on rod push the rings down to ensure positioning rings
bolts. The long protector should be installed on the squarely in the cylinder bore before measuring.
numbered side of the connecting rod.
BR/BE ENGINE 5.9L 9 - 155
PISTON RINGS (Continued)
(b) Insert feeler gauge in the gap. The top com-
pression ring gap should be between 0.254-0.508
mm (0.010-0.020 in.). The second compression ring
gap should be between 0.508-0.762 mm
(0.020-0.030 in.). The oil ring gap should be 0.254-
1.270 mm (0.010-0.050 in.).
(c) Rings with insufficient end gap may be prop-
erly filed to the correct dimension. Rings with
excess gaps should not be used.
(2) Install rings, and confirm ring side clearance:
(a) Install oil rings being careful not to nick or
scratch the piston. Install the oil control rings accord-
ing to instructions in the package. It is not necessary
Fig. 40 Top Compression Ring Identification (Typical)
to use a tool to install the upper and lower rails.
Insert oil rail spacer first, then side rails. 1 - TOP COMPRESSION RING (GRAY IN COLOR)
2 - CHAMFER
(b) Install the second compression rings using
3 - ONE DOT
Installation Tool C-4184. The compression rings
must be installed with the identification mark face
up (toward top of piston) and chamfer facing down.
An identification mark on the ring is a drill point,
a stamped letter “O”, an oval depression, or the
word “TOP” (Fig. 39) (Fig. 41).
(c) Using a ring installer, install the top com-
pression ring with the chamfer facing up (Fig. 40)
(Fig. 41). An identification mark on the ring is a
drill point, a stamped letter “O”, an oval depression
or the word “TOP” facing up.
(d) Measure side clearance between piston ring
and ring land. Clearance should be 0.074-0.097 mm
(0.0029-0.0038 in.) for the compression rings. The
steel rail oil ring should be free in groove, but should Fig. 41 Compression Ring Chamfer Location (Typical)
not exceed 0.246 mm (0.0097 in.) side clearance.
1 - CHAMFER
(e) Pistons with insufficient, or excessive, side 2 - TOP COMPRESSION RING
clearance should be replaced. 3 - SECOND COMPRESSION RING
4 - PISTON
5 - CHAMFER
VIBRATION DAMPER
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect the battery negative cable.
(2) Remove the cooling system fan (Refer to 7 -
COOLING/ENGINE/FAN DRIVE VISCOUS CLUTCH -
Fig. 39 Second Compression Ring Identification REMOVAL).
(Typical) (3) Remove the accessory drive belt (Refer to 7 -
1 - SECOND COMPRESSION RING (BLACK CAST IRON) COOLING/ACCESSORY DRIVE/DRIVE BELTS -
2 - CHAMFER REMOVAL).
3 - TWO DOTS (4) Remove vibration damper bolt and washer from
end of crankshaft.
(3) Orient the rings: (5) Position Special Tool 8513 Insert into the
(a) Arrange top compression ring 90° counter- crankshaft nose.
clockwise from the oil ring rail gap (Fig. 42).
9 - 156 ENGINE 5.9L BR/BE
VIBRATION DAMPER (Continued)
FRONT MOUNT
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect the battery negative cable.
(2) Position fan to ensure clearance for radiator
top tank and hose.
(4) Install through-bolt nuts and tighten the nuts Fig. 46 Positioning Engine Front Mounts
to 102 N·m (75 ft. lbs.) torque. 1 - ENGINE SUPPORT BRACKET/CUSHION
(5) Lower the vehicle. 2 - SUPPORT CUSHION BRACKET
(6) Remove lifting fixture.
(3) Remove support cushion stud nuts (Fig. 47).
REAR MOUNT (4) Raise rear of transmission and engine
SLIGHTLY.
REMOVAL (5) Remove the bolts holding the support cushion
to the transmission support bracket. Remove the sup-
(1) Raise the vehicle on a hoist.
port cushion.
(2) Position a transmission jack in place.
INSTALLATION
(1) If removed, position the transmission support
bracket to the transmission. Install new attaching
bolts and tighten to 88 N·m (65 ft. lbs.) torque.
(2) Position support cushion to transmission sup-
port bracket. Install stud nuts and tighten to 41 N·m
(30 ft. lbs.) torque.
(3) Using the transmission jack, lower the trans-
mission and support cushion onto the crossmember
(Fig. 49).
Fig. 48 Positive Displacement Oil Pump—Typical
(4) Install the support cushion bolts and tighten to
1 - INNER ROTOR AND SHAFT
41 N·m (30 ft. lbs.) torque.
2 - BODY
(5) Remove the transmission jack.
3 - DISTRIBUTOR DRIVESHAFT (REFERENCE)
(6) Lower the vehicle. 4 - COTTER PIN
5 - RETAINER CAP
6 - SPRING
LUBRICATION 7 - RELIEF VALVE
8 - LARGE CHAMFERED EDGE
DESCRIPTION 9 - BOLT
A gear-type positive displacement pump (Fig. 48)is 10 - COVER
mounted at the underside of the rear main bearing 11 - OUTER ROTOR
cap. The pump uses a pick-up tube and screen
assembly to gather engine oil from the oil pan. passes through the hole when the rods rotate and the
hole lines up, oil is then thrown off as the rod
OPERATION rotates. This oil throwoff lubricates the camshaft
The pump draws oil through the screen and inlet lobes, distributor drive gear, cylinder walls, and pis-
tube from the sump at the rear of the oil pan. The oil ton pins.
is driven between the drive and idler gears and The hydraulic valve tappets receive oil directly
pump body, then forced through the outlet to the from the main oil gallery. The camshaft bearings
block. An oil gallery in the block channels the oil to receive oil from the main bearing galleries. The front
the inlet side of the full flow oil filter. After passing camshaft bearing journal passes oil through the cam-
through the filter element, the oil passes from the shaft sprocket to the timing chain. Oil drains back to
center outlet of the filter through an oil gallery that the oil pan under the No. 1 main bearing cap.
channels the oil up to the main gallery, which The oil supply for the rocker arms and bridged
extends the entire length on the right side of the pivot assemblies is provided by the hydraulic valve
block. The oil then goes down to the No. 1 main bear- tappets, which pass oil through hollow push rods to a
ing, back up to the left side of the block, and into the hole in the corresponding rocker arm. Oil from the
oil gallery on the left side of the engine. rocker arm lubricates the valve train components.
Galleries extend downward from the main oil gal- The oil then passes down through the push rod guide
lery to the upper shell of each main bearing. The holes and the oil drain-back passages in the cylinder
crankshaft is drilled internally to pass oil from the head, past the valve tappet area, and then returns to
main bearing journals to the connecting rod journals. the oil pan (Fig. 49).
Each connecting rod bearing has half a hole in it, oil
BR/BE ENGINE 5.9L 9 - 159
LUBRICATION (Continued)
OIL FILTER
Fig. 52 Oil Filter Sealing Surface—Typical
REMOVAL
1 - SEALING SURFACE
All engines are equipped with a high quality full-
2 - RUBBER GASKET
flow, disposable type oil filter. DaimlerChrysler Cor-
3 - OIL FILTER
poration recommends a Mopart or equivalent oil
filter be used.
(1) Position a drain pan under the oil filter. OIL PAN
(2) Using a suitable oil filter wrench loosen filter.
(3) Rotate the oil filter counterclockwise to remove
it from the cylinder block oil filter boss (Fig. 51).
REMOVAL
(4) When filter separates from adapter nipple, tip (1) Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
gasket end upward to minimize oil spill. Remove fil- (2) Remove engine oil dipstick.
ter from vehicle. (3) Raise vehicle.
(5) With a wiping cloth, clean the gasket sealing (4) Drain engine oil.
surface (Fig. 54) of oil and grime. (5) Remove exhaust pipe.
(6) Install new filter (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/LUBRI- (6) Remove left engine to transmission strut.
CATION/OIL FILTER - INSTALLATION). (7) Loosen the right side engine support bracket
cushion thru-bolt nut and raise the engine slightly.
Remove oil pan by sliding backward and out.
(8) Remove the one-piece gasket.
9 - 162 ENGINE 5.9L BR/BE
OIL PAN (Continued)
CLEANING
Clean the block and pan gasket surfaces.
Trim or remove excess sealant film in the rear
main cap oil pan gasket groove. DO NOT remove
the sealant inside the rear main cap slots.
If present, trim excess sealant from inside the
engine.
Clean oil pan in solvent and wipe dry with a clean
cloth.
Clean oil screen and pipe thoroughly in clean sol-
vent. Inspect condition of screen.
INSPECTION
Inspect oil drain plug and plug hole for stripped or
damaged threads. Repair as necessary.
Inspect oil pan mounting flange for bends or distor-
tion. Straighten flange, if necessary.
INSTALLATION
(1) Clean the block and pan gasket surfaces.
(2) Trim or remove excess sealant film in the rear
main cap oil pan gasket groove. DO NOT remove
the sealant inside the rear main cap slots.
Fig. 54 Position of Dowels in Cylinder Block
(3) If present, trim excess sealant from inside the
1 - DOWEL
engine.
2 - DOWEL
(4) Fabricate 4 alignment dowels from 5/16 x 1 1/2
3 - DOWEL
inch bolts. Cut the head off the bolts and cut a slot 4 - DOWEL
into the top of the dowel. This will allow easier
installation and removal with a screwdriver (Fig. 53).
(9) Install the oil pan bolts. Tighten the bolts to 24
N·m (215 in. lbs.) torque.
(10) Remove the dowels. Install the remaining oil
pan bolts. Tighten these bolts to 24 N·m (215 in. lbs.)
torque.
(11) Lower the engine into the support cushion
brackets and tighten the thru bolt nut to the proper
torque.
(12) Install the drain plug. Tighten drain plug to
34 N·m (25 ft. lbs.) torque.
(13) Install the engine to transmission strut.
(14) Install exhaust pipe.
Fig. 53 Fabrication of Alignment Dowels (15) Lower vehicle.
1 - 5/16” X 1½” BOLT (16) Install dipstick.
2 - DOWEL (17) Connect the negative cable to the battery.
3 - SLOT (18) Fill crankcase with oil to proper level.
(5) Install the dowels in the cylinder block (Fig. OIL PUMP
54).
(6) Apply small amount of Mopart Silicone Rubber
Adhesive Sealant, or equivalent in the corner of the
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the oil pan (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/LU-
cap and the cylinder block.
BRICATION/OIL PAN - REMOVAL).
(7) Slide the one-piece gasket over the dowels and
(2) Remove the oil pump from rear main bearing
onto the block.
cap.
(8) Position the oil pan over the dowels and onto
the gasket.
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OIL PUMP (Continued)
DISASSEMBLE
(1) Remove the relief valve as follows:
(a) Remove cotter pin. Drill a 3.175 mm (1/8
inch) hole into the relief valve retainer cap and
insert a self-threading sheet metal screw.
(b) Clamp screw into a vise and while support-
ing oil pump, remove cap by tapping pump body
using a soft hammer. Discard retainer cap and
remove spring and relief valve (Fig. 55).
INSPECTION
Mating surface of the oil pump cover should be Fig. 57 Checking Oil Pump Cover Flatness
smooth. Replace pump assembly if cover is scratched 1 - COVER
or grooved. 2 - STRAIGHT EDGE
Lay a straightedge across the pump cover surface 3 - FEELER GAUGE
(Fig. 57). If a 0.038 mm (0.0015 inch) feeler gauge
can be inserted between cover and straightedge,
pump assembly should be replaced.
9 - 164 ENGINE 5.9L BR/BE
OIL PUMP (Continued)
Measure thickness and diameter of OUTER rotor.
If outer rotor thickness measures 20.9 mm (0.825
inch) or less or if the diameter is 62.7 mm (2.469
inches) or less, replace outer rotor (Fig. 58).
ASSEMBLE
(1) Install pump rotors and shaft, using new parts Fig. 64 Intake Manifold and Throttle Body—V-8 Gas
as required. Engines Typical
(2) Position the oil pump cover onto the pump body. 1 - FUEL RAIL ASSEMBLY
Tighten cover bolts to 11 N·m (95 in. lbs.) torque. 2 - FUEL RAIL MOUNTING BOLTS
3 - FUEL RAIL CONNECTING HOSES
(3) Install the relief valve and spring. Insert the
cotter pin.
(4) Tap on a new retainer cap. OPERATION
(5) Prime oil pump before installation by filling The intake manifold, meters and delivers air to the
rotor cavity with engine oil. combustion chambers allowing the fuel delivered by
the fuel injectors to ignite, thus producing power.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install oil pump. During installation slowly DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING—INTAKE
rotate pump body to ensure driveshaft-to-pump rotor
shaft engagement.
MANIFOLD LEAKAGE
(2) Hold the oil pump base flush against mating An intake manifold air leak is characterized by
surface on No.5 main bearing cap. Finger tighten lower than normal manifold vacuum. Also, one or
pump attaching bolts. Tighten attaching bolts to 41 more cylinders may not be functioning.
N·m (30 ft. lbs.) torque.
WARNING: USE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN THE
(3) Install the oil pan (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/LU-
ENGINE IS OPERATING. DO NOT STAND IN A
BRICATION/OIL PAN - INSTALLATION).
DIRECT LINE WITH THE FAN. DO NOT PUT YOUR
HANDS NEAR THE PULLEYS, BELTS, OR THE FAN.
INTAKE MANIFOLD DO NOT WEAR LOOSE CLOTHING.
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
(2) Drain the cooling system (Refer to 7 - COOL-
ING - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
(3) Remove the A/C compressor (Refer to 24 -
HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING/PLUMBING/A/C
COMPRESSOR - REMOVAL).
(4) Remove the generator (Refer to 8 - ELECTRI-
CAL/CHARGING/GENERATOR - REMOVAL).
(5) Remove the accessory drive bracket.
(6) Remove the air cleaner.
(7) Perform the Fuel System Pressure release pro-
cedure (Refer to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL DELIV-
ERY - STANDARD PROCEDURE). Disconnect the
fuel lines (Refer to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL
DELIVERY/QUICK CONNECT FITTING - STAN-
Fig. 65 Throttle Body Assembly
DARD PROCEDURE).
1 - FUEL RAIL ASSEMBLY
(8) Disconnect the accelerator linkage (Refer to 14
2 - FUEL RAIL MOUNTING BOLTS
- FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL INJECTION/THROTTLE
3 - FUEL RAIL CONNECTING HOSES
CONTROL CABLE - REMOVAL) and if so equipped,
the speed control and transmission kickdown cables.
(9) Remove the return spring. INSTALLATION
(10) Remove the distributor cap and wires. (1) If removed, position new plenum gasket and
(11) Disconnect the coil wires. install plenum pan (Fig. 66).
(12) Disconnect the heat indicator sending unit (2) Tighten plenum pan mounting bolts as follows:
wire. • Step 1. Tighten bolts to 5.4 N·m (48 in. lbs.)
(13) Disconnect the heater hoses and bypass hose. • Step 2. Tighten bolts to 9.5 N·m (84 in. lbs.)
(14) Remove the closed crankcase ventilation and • Step 3. Check all bolts are at 9.5 N·m (84 in.
evaporation control systems. lbs.)
(15) Remove intake manifold bolts.
(16) Lift the intake manifold and throttle body out
of the engine compartment as an assembly.
(17) Remove and discard the flange side gaskets
and the front and rear end seals.
(18) Remove the throttle body bolts and lift the
throttle body off the intake manifold (Fig. 65). Dis-
card the gasket.
(19) If required, remove the plenum pan and gas-
ket. Discard gasket.
CLEANING
Clean manifold in solvent and blow dry with com-
pressed air.
Clean cylinder block front and rear gasket surfaces
using a suitable solvent.
The plenum pan rail must be clean and dry (free of
all foreign material).
INSPECTION
Inspect manifold for cracks.
Inspect mating surfaces of manifold for flatness
with a straightedge. Fig. 66 Plenum Pan Bolt Tightening Sequence
BR/BE ENGINE 5.9L 9 - 167
INTAKE MANIFOLD (Continued)
(3) Install the flange gaskets. Ensure that the ver-
tical port alignment tab is resting on the deck face of
the block. Also the horizontal alignment tabs must be
in position with the mating cylinder head gasket tabs
(Fig. 68). The words MANIFOLD SIDE should be vis-
ible on the center of each flange gasket.
(4) Apply Mopart GEN II Silicone Rubber Adhe-
sive Sealant, or equivalent, to the four corner joints.
An excessive amount of sealant is not required to
ensure a leak proof seal. However, an excessive
amount of sealant may reduce the effectiveness of
the flange gasket. The sealant should be approxi-
mately 5 mm (0.2 in) in diameter and 15mm (0.6 in.)
long.
(5) Install the front and rear end seals (Fig. 67).
Make sure the molded dowel pins on the end seals
fully enter the corresponding holes in the cylinder
block.
(6) Carefully lower intake manifold into position
on the cylinder block and cylinder heads. After intake
manifold is in place, inspect to make sure seals are
in place.
(7) Using a new gasket, install the throttle body
onto the intake manifold. Tighten the bolts to 23 N·m
(200 in. lbs.) torque.
TIMING BELT / CHAIN Fig. 72 Position Special Tool 6635 onto Crankshaft
COVER(S) 1 - SPECIAL TOOL 6635
2 - OIL SEAL
3 - TIMING CHAIN COVER
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
(2) Remove water pump (Refer to 7 - COOLING/ (5) Tighten chain case cover bolts to 41 N·m (30
ENGINE/WATER PUMP - REMOVAL). ft.lbs.) torque. Tighten oil pan bolts to 24 N·m (215
(3) Remove power steering pump (Refer to 19 - in. lbs.) torque.
STEERING/PUMP - REMOVAL). (6) Remove special tool 6635.
(4) Remove vibration damper (Refer to 9 - (7) Inspect the seal flange on the vibration damper.
ENGINE/ENGINE BLOCK/VIBRATION DAMPER - (8) Install vibration damper (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/
REMOVAL). ENGINE BLOCK/VIBRATION DAMPER - INSTAL-
(5) Loosen oil pan bolts and remove the front bolt LATION).
at each side. (9) Install water pump and housing assembly
(6) Remove the cover bolts. using new gaskets (Refer to 7 - COOLING/ENGINE/
(7) Remove chain case cover and gasket using WATER PUMP - INSTALLATION).
extreme caution to avoid damaging oil pan gasket. (10) Install power steering pump (Refer to 19 -
STEERING/PUMP - INSTALLATION).
INSTALLATION (11) Install the serpentine belt (Refer to 7 - COOL-
(1) Be sure mating surfaces of chain case cover ING/ACCESSORY DRIVE/DRIVE BELTS - INSTAL-
and cylinder block are clean and free from burrs. LATION).
(2) The water pump mounting surface must be (12) Install the cooling system fan (Refer to 7 -
cleaned. COOLING/ENGINE/RADIATOR FAN - INSTALLA-
(3) Using a new cover gasket, carefully install TION).
chain case cover to avoid damaging oil pan gasket. (13) Position the fan shroud and install the bolts.
Use a small amount of Mopart Silicone Rubber Adhe- Tighten the bolts to 11 N·m (95 in. lbs.) torque.
sive Sealant, or equivalent, at the joint between tim- (14) Fill cooling system (Refer to 7 - COOLING -
ing chain cover gasket and the oil pan gasket. Finger STANDARD PROCEDURE).
tighten the timing chain cover bolts at this time. (15) Connect the negative cable to the battery.
(16) Start engine check for leaks.
9 - 170 ENGINE 5.9L BR/BE
INSTALLATION
(1) Place both camshaft sprocket and crankshaft
sprocket on the bench with timing marks on exact
imaginary center line through both camshaft and
crankshaft bores.
(2) Place timing chain around both sprockets.
(3) Turn crankshaft and camshaft to line up with
keyway location in crankshaft sprocket and in cam-
shaft sprocket.
(4) Lift sprockets and chain (keep sprockets tight
against the chain in position as described).
Fig. 73 Alignment of Timing Marks (5) Slide both sprockets evenly over their respec-
1 - TIMING MARKS tive shafts and use a straightedge to check alignment
of timing marks (Fig. 75).
ENGINE 8.0L
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
ENGINE WILL NOT CRANK 1. Weak or dead battery 1. Charge/Replace Battery. (Refer to 8
- ELECTRICAL/BATTERY SYSTEM/
BATTERY - STANDARD
PROCEDURE). Check charging
system. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
CHARGING - DIAGNOSIS AND
TESTING).
ENGINE CRANKS BUT WILL NOT 1. No spark 1. Check for spark. (Refer to 8 -
START ELECTRICAL/IGNITION CONTROL -
DESCRIPTION)
ENGINE LOSS OF POWER 1. Worn or burned distributor rotor 1. Install new distributor rotor
2. Worn distributor shaft 2. Remove and repair distributor
(Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/IGNITION
CONTROL/DISTRIBUTOR -
REMOVAL).
3. Worn or incorrect gapped spark 3. Clean plugs and set gap. (Refer to
plugs 8 - ELECTRICAL/IGNITION
CONTROL/SPARK PLUG -
CLEANING).
4. Dirt or water in fuel system 4. Clean system and replace fuel filter
5. Faulty fuel pump 5. Install new fuel pump
6. Incorrect valve timing 6. Correct valve timing
7. Blown cylinder head gasket 7. Install new cylinder head gasket
8. Low compression 8. Test cylinder compression (Refer to
9 - ENGINE - DIAGNOSIS AND
TESTING).
9. Burned, warped, or pitted valves 9. Install/Reface valves as necessary
10. Plugged or restricted exhaust 10. Install new parts as necessary
system
11. Faulty ignition cables 11. Replace any cracked or shorted
cables
12. Faulty ignition coil 12. Test and replace, as necessary
(Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/IGNITION
CONTROL/IGNITION COIL -
REMOVAL).
ENGINE STALLS OR ROUGH IDLE 1. Carbon build-up on throttle plate 1. Remove throttle body and
de-carbon. (Refer to 14 - FUEL
SYSTEM/FUEL INJECTION/
THROTTLE BODY - REMOVAL).
2. Engine idle speed too low 2. Check Idle Air Control circuit.
(Refer to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL
INJECTION/IDLE AIR CONTROL
MOTOR - DESCRIPTION)
3. Worn or incorrectly gapped spark 3. Replace or clean and re-gap spark
plugs plugs (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
IGNITION CONTROL/SPARK PLUG -
CLEANING)
4. Worn or burned distributor rotor 4. Install new distributor rotor
5. Spark plug cables defective or 5. Check for correct firing order or
crossed replace spark plug cables. (Refer to 8
- ELECTRICAL/IGNITION CONTROL/
SPARK PLUG CABLE - DIAGNOSIS
AND TESTING)
6. Faulty coil 6. Test and replace, if necessary
(Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/IGNITION
CONTROL/IGNITION COIL -
REMOVAL)
BR/BE ENGINE 8.0L 9 - 175
ENGINE 8.0L (Continued)
ENGINE MISSES ON 1. Worn or incorrectly gapped spark 1. Replace spark plugs or clean and
ACCELERATION plugs set gap. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
IGNITION CONTROL/SPARK PLUG -
CLEANING)
2. Spark plug cables defective or 2. Replace or rewire secondary
crossed ignition cables. (Refer to 8 -
ELECTRICAL/IGNITION CONTROL/
SPARK PLUG CABLE - REMOVAL)
3. Dirt in fuel system 3. Clean fuel system
4. Burned, warped or pitted valves 4. Install new valves
5. Faulty coil 5. Test and replace as necessary
(Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/IGNITION
CONTROL/IGNITION COIL -
REMOVAL)
NOISY VALVES/LIFTERS 1. High or low oil level in crankcase 1. Check for correct oil level. Adjust
oil level by draining or adding as
needed
2. Thin or diluted oil 2. Change oil. (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/LUBRICATION/OIL -
STANDARD PROCEDURE)
3. Low oil pressure 3. Check engine oil level. If ok,
Perform oil pressure test. (Refer to
9 - ENGINE/LUBRICATION -
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING) for
engine oil pressure test/
specifications
4. Dirt in tappets/lash adjusters 4. Clean/replace hydraulic
tappets/lash adjusters
5. Bent push rod(s) 5. Install new push rods
6. Worn rocker arms 6. Inspect oil supply to rocker arms
and replace worn arms as needed
7. Worn tappets/lash adjusters 7. Install new hydraulic tappets/lash
adjusters
8. Worn valve guides 8. Inspect all valve guides and
replace as necessary
9. Excessive runout of valve seats 9. Grind valves and seats
or valve faces
9 - 176 ENGINE 8.0L BR/BE
ENGINE 8.0L (Continued)
CONNECTING ROD NOISE 1. Insufficient oil supply 1. Check engine oil level.
2. Low oil pressure 2. Check engine oil level. If ok,
Perform oil pressure test. (Refer to
9 - ENGINE/LUBRICATION -
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING) engine
oil pressure test/specifications
3. Thin or diluted oil 3. Change oil to correct viscosity.
(Refer to 9 - ENGINE/
LUBRICATION/OIL - STANDARD
PROCEDURE) for correct
procedure/engine oil specifications
4. Excessive connecting rod Measure bearings for correct
bearing clearance clearance with plasti-gage. Repair
as necessary
5. Connecting rod journal out of 5. Replace crankshaft or grind
round journals
6. Misaligned connecting rods 6. Replace bent connecting rods
MAIN BEARING NOISE 1. Insufficient oil supply 1. Check engine oil level.
2. Low oil pressure 2. Check engine oil level. If ok,
Perform oil pressure test. (Refer to
9 - ENGINE/LUBRICATION -
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING)
3. Thin or diluted oil 3. Change oil to correct viscosity.
4. Excessive main bearing 4. Measure bearings for correct
clearance clearance. Repair as necessary
5. Excessive end play 5. Check crankshaft thrust bearing
for excessive wear on flanges
6. Crankshaft main journal out of 6. Grind journals or replace
round or worn crankshaft
7. Loose flywheel or torque 7. Inspect crankshaft, flexplate/
converter flywheel and bolts for damage.
Tighten to correct torque
LOW OIL PRESSURE 1. Low oil level 1. Check oil level and fill if
necessary
2. Faulty oil pressure sending unit 2. Install new sending unit
3. Clogged oil filter 3. Install new oil filter
4. Worn oil pump 4. Replace oil pump assembly.
5. Thin or diluted oil 5. Change oil to correct viscosity.
6. Excessive bearing clearance 6. Measure bearings for correct
clearance
7. Oil pump relief valve stuck 7. Remove valve to inspect, clean
and reinstall
8. Oil pump suction tube loose, 8. Inspect suction tube and clean or
broken, bent or clogged replace if necessary
9. Oil pump cover warped or 9. Install new oil pump
cracked
BR/BE ENGINE 8.0L 9 - 177
ENGINE 8.0L (Continued)
OIL PRESSURE DROP 1. Low oil level. 1. Check and correct oil level.
OIL PUMPING AT RINGS; SPARK 1. Worn or damaged rings. 1. Hone cylinder bores and replace
PLUGS FOULING rings.
2. Carbon in oil ring slots. 2. Replace rings.
3. Incorrect ring size installed. 3. Replace rings.
4. Worn valve guides. 4. Ream guides and replace valves.
5. Leaking intake gasket. 5. Replace intake gaskets.
6. Leaking valve guide seals. 6. Replace valve guide seals.
BR/BE ENGINE 8.0L 9 - 179
ENGINE 8.0L (Continued)
STANDARD PROCEDURE—CYLINDER BORE (5) After honing, it is necessary that the block be
cleaned to remove all traces of abrasive. Use a brush
HONING
to wash parts with a solution of hot water and deter-
Before honing, stuff plenty of clean shop towels under
gent. Dry parts thoroughly. Use a clean, white, lint-
the bores and over the crankshaft to keep abrasive
free cloth to check that the bore is clean. Oil the
materials from entering the crankshaft area.
bores after cleaning to prevent rusting.
(1) Used carefully, the Cylinder Bore Sizing Hone
C-823, equipped with 220 grit stones, is the best tool for
this job. In addition to deglazing, it will reduce taper
STANDARD PROCEDURE—FORM-IN-PLACE
and out-of-round, as well as removing light scuffing, GASKETS & SEALERS
scoring and scratches. Usually, a few strokes will clean There are numerous places where form-in-place
up a bore and maintain the required limits. gaskets are used on the engine. Care must be taken
when applying form-in-place gaskets to assure
CAUTION: DO NOT use rigid type hones to remove obtaining the desired results. Do not use form-in-
cylinder wall glaze. place gasket material unless specified. Bead size,
continuity, and location are of great importance. Too
(2) Deglazing of the cylinder walls may be done if thin a bead can result in leakage while too much can
the cylinder bore is straight and round. Use a cylin- result in spill-over which can break off and obstruct
der surfacing hone, Honing Tool C-3501, equipped fluid feed lines. A continuous bead of the proper
with 280 grit stones (C-3501-3810). about 20-60 width is essential to obtain a leak-free gasket.
strokes, depending on the bore condition, will be suf- There are numerous types of form-in-place gasket
ficient to provide a satisfactory surface. Using honing materials that are used in the engine area. Mopart
oil C-3501-3880, or a light honing oil, available from Engine RTV GEN II, Mopart ATF-RTV, and Mopart
major oil distributors. Gasket Maker gasket materials, each have different
properties and can not be used in place of the other.
CAUTION: DO NOT use engine or transmission oil, MOPARt ENGINE RTV GEN II
mineral spirits, or kerosene. Mopart Engine RTV GEN II is used to seal com-
ponents exposed to engine oil. This material is a spe-
(3) Honing should be done by moving the hone up
cially designed black silicone rubber RTV that
and down fast enough to get a crosshatch pattern.
retains adhesion and sealing properties when
The hone marks should INTERSECT at 50° to 60°
exposed to engine oil. Moisture in the air causes the
for proper seating of rings (Fig. 3).
material to cure. This material is available in three
ounce tubes and has a shelf life of one year. After one
year this material will not properly cure. Always
inspect the package for the expiration date before
use.
MOPARt ATF RTV
Mopart ATF RTV is a specifically designed black
silicone rubber RTV that retains adhesion and seal-
ing properties to seal components exposed to auto-
matic transmission fluid, engine coolants, and
moisture. This material is available in three ounce
tubes and has a shelf life of one year. After one year
this material will not properly cure. Always inspect
the package for the expiration date before use.
MOPARt GASKET MAKER
Mopart Gasket Maker is an anaerobic type gasket
Fig. 3 Cylinder Bore Crosshatch Pattern material. The material cures in the absence of air
1 - CROSSHATCH PATTERN when squeezed between two metallic surfaces. It will
2 - INTERSECT ANGLE not cure if left in the uncovered tube. The anaerobic
material is for use between two machined surfaces.
(4) A controlled hone motor speed between 200 and Do not use on flexible metal flanges.
300 RPM is necessary to obtain the proper crosshatch
angle. The number of up and down strokes per minute
can be regulated to get the desired 50° to 60° angle.
Faster up and down strokes increase the crosshatch
angle.
BR/BE ENGINE 8.0L 9 - 181
ENGINE 8.0L (Continued)
MOPARt GASKET SEALANT STANDARD PROCEDURE—HYDROSTATIC
Mopart Gasket Sealant is a slow drying, perma-
LOCK
nently soft sealer. This material is recommended for
sealing threaded fittings and gaskets against leakage CAUTION: DO NOT use the starter motor to rotate
of oil and coolant. Can be used on threaded and the crankshaft. Severe damage could occur.
machined parts under all temperatures. This mate-
rial is used on engines with multi-layer steel (MLS) When an engine is suspected of hydrostatic lock
cylinder head gaskets. This material also will pre- (regardless of what caused the problem), follow the
vent corrosion. Mopart Gasket Sealant is available in steps below.
a 13 oz. aerosol can or 4oz./16 oz. can w/applicator. (1) Perform the Fuel Pressure Release Procedure
(Refer to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL DELIVERY -
FORM-IN-PLACE GASKET AND SEALER STANDARD PROCEDURE).
APPLICATION (2) Disconnect the negative cable(s) from the bat-
Assembling parts using a form-in-place gasket tery.
requires care but it’s easier then using precut gas- (3) Inspect air cleaner, induction system, and
kets. intake manifold to ensure system is dry and clear of
Mopart Gasket Maker material should be applied foreign material.
sparingly 1 mm (0.040 in.) diameter or less of sealant (4) Place a shop towel around the spark plugs to
to one gasket surface. Be certain the material sur- catch any fluid that may possibly be under pressure
rounds each mounting hole. Excess material can eas- in the cylinder head. Remove the spark plugs.
ily be wiped off. Components should be torqued in (5) With all spark plugs removed, rotate the crank-
place within 15 minutes. The use of a locating dowel shaft using a breaker bar and socket.
is recommended during assembly to prevent smear- (6) Identify the fluid in the cylinders (coolant, fuel,
ing material off the location. oil, etc.).
Mopart Engine RTV GEN II or ATF RTV gasket (7) Be sure all fluid has been removed from the
material should be applied in a continuous bead cylinders.
approximately 3 mm (0.120 in.) in diameter. All (8) Repair engine or components as necessary to
mounting holes must be circled. For corner sealing, a prevent this problem from occurring again.
3.17 or 6.35 mm (1/8 or 1/4 in.) drop is placed in the (9) Squirt a small amount of engine oil into the
center of the gasket contact area. Uncured sealant cylinders to lubricate the walls. This will prevent
may be removed with a shop towel. Components damage on restart.
should be torqued in place while the sealant is still (10) Install new spark plugs. Tighten the spark
wet to the touch (within 10 minutes). The usage of a plugs to 41 N·m (30 ft. lbs.) torque.
locating dowel is recommended during assembly to (11) Drain engine oil. Remove and discard the oil
prevent smearing material off the location. filter.
Mopart Gasket Sealant in an aerosol can should be (12) Install the drain plug. Tighten the plug to 34
applied using a thin, even coat sprayed completely N·m (25 ft. lbs.) torque.
over both surfaces to be joined, and both sides of a (13) Install a new oil filter.
gasket. Then proceed with assembly. Material in a (14) Fill engine crankcase with the specified
can w/applicator can be brushed on evenly over the amount and grade of oil. (Refer to LUBRICATION &
sealing surfaces. Material in an aerosol can should be MAINTENANCE - SPECIFICATIONS).
used on engines with multi-layer steel gaskets. (15) Connect the negative cable(s) to the battery.
(16) Start the engine and check for any leaks.
STANDARD PROCEDURE—REPAIR DAMAGED
OR WORN THREADS REMOVAL
(1) Remove the battery.
CAUTION: Be sure that the tapped holes maintain (2) Drain cooling system (Refer to 7 - COOLING -
the original center line. STANDARD PROCEDURE).
(3) Discharge the air conditioning system, if
Damaged or worn threads can be repaired. Essen- equipped (Refer to 24 - HEATING & AIR CONDI-
tially, this repair consists of: TIONING/PLUMBING - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
• Drilling out worn or damaged threads. (4) Remove the upper crossmember.
• Tapping the hole with a special Heli-Coil Tap, or (5) Remove the transmission oil cooler (Refer to 7 -
equivalent. COOLING/TRANSMISSION/TRANS COOLER -
• Installing an insert into the tapped hole to bring REMOVAL).
the hole back to its original thread size.
9 - 182 ENGINE 8.0L BR/BE
ENGINE 8.0L (Continued)
(6) Remove the serpentine belt (Refer to 7 - COOL- (33) Lower vehicle.
ING/ACCESSORY DRIVE/DRIVE BELTS - REMOV-
AL). CAUTION: DO NOT lift the engine by the intake
(7) Remove the A/C compressor with the lines manifold.
attached (Refer to 24 - HEATING & AIR CONDI-
TIONING/PLUMBING/A/C COMPRESSOR - (34) Install an engine lifting fixture.
REMOVAL). Set aside. (35) Remove engine from vehicle and install
(8) If equipped, remove the condenser (Refer to 24 engine assembly on a repair stand.
- HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING/PLUMBING/
A/C CONDENSER - REMOVAL). INSTALLATION
(9) Remove the washer fluid reservoir bottle (Refer (1) Remove engine from the repair stand and posi-
to 8 - ELECTRICAL/WIPERS/WASHERS - tion in the engine compartment. Position the thru-
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION). bolt into the support cushion brackets.
(10) Disconnect the top radiator hose. (2) Install an engine support fixture.
(11) Remove the fan (Refer to 7 - COOLING/EN- (3) Raise and support the vehicle on a hoist.
GINE/RADIATOR FAN - REMOVAL). (4) Install Transmission.
(12) Remove the fan shroud. (5) Install the starter and connect the starter
(13) Disconnect the lower radiator hose. wires (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/STARTING/
(14) Disconnect the transmission cooler lines. STARTER MOTOR - INSTALLATION).
(15) Remove radiator (Refer to 7 - COOLING/EN- (6) Install exhaust pipe to manifold.
GINE/RADIATOR - REMOVAL). (7) Install the transmission cooler line brackets
(16) Remove the generator with the wire connec- from oil pan.
tions (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/CHARGING/GEN- (8) Tighten the Front mount thru-bolts and nuts to
ERATOR - REMOVAL). 102N·m (75 ft. lbs.).
(17) Remove the air cleaner. (9) Install the drain plug and tighten to 34 N·m
(18) Disconnect the throttle linkage. (25 ft. lbs.) torque.
(19) Remove throttle body (Refer to 14 - FUEL (10) Prime oil pump by squirting oil in the oil fil-
SYSTEM/FUEL INJECTION/THROTTLE BODY - ter mounting hole and filling the J-trap of the front
REMOVAL). timing cover. When oil is running out, install oil filter
(20) Remove the upper intake manifold (Refer to 9 that has been filled with oil.
- ENGINE/MANIFOLDS/INTAKE MANIFOLD - (11) Lower the vehicle.
REMOVAL). (12) Remove engine lifting fixture.
(21) Remove the coil assemblies with the ignition (13) On Manual Transmission vehicles, install the
cables. shift lever.
(22) Disconnect the heater hoses. (14) Connect the fuel lines (Refer to 14 - FUEL
(23) Disconnect the power steering hoses, if SYSTEM/FUEL DELIVERY/QUICK CONNECT FIT-
equipped. TING - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
(24) Perform the Fuel System Pressure release (15) Connect the heater hoses.
procedure (Refer to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL (16) Install the upper intake manifold (Refer to 9 -
DELIVERY - STANDARD PROCEDURE). Disconnect ENGINE/MANIFOLDS/INTAKE MANIFOLD -
the fuel line (Refer to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL INSTALLATION).
DELIVERY/QUICK CONNECT FITTING - STAN- (17) Install the coil assemblies with the ignition
DARD PROCEDURE). cables.
(25) On Manual Transmission vehicles, remove the (18) Using a new gasket, install throttle body
shift lever. (Refer to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL INJECTION/
(26) Raise and support the vehicle on a hoist. THROTTLE BODY - INSTALLATION).
(27) Remove the drain plug and drain the engine (19) Connect the throttle linkage.
oil. (20) Install the air cleaner box.
(28) Loosen front engine mount thru-bolt nuts. (21) Install the generator and wire connections
(29) Remove the transmission cooler line brackets (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/CHARGING/GENERA-
from oil pan. TOR - INSTALLATION).
(30) Disconnect exhaust pipe at manifold. (22) Install the upper crossmember.
(31) Disconnect the starter wires. Remove starter (23) Install radiator (Refer to 7 - COOLING/EN-
motor (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/STARTING/ GINE/RADIATOR - INSTALLATION).
STARTER MOTOR - REMOVAL). (24) Connect the lower radiator hose.
(32) Remove transmission.
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ENGINE 8.0L (Continued)
(25) Install the transmission oil cooler (Refer to 7 - TIONING/PLUMBING/A/C COMPRESSOR -
COOLING/TRANSMISSION/TRANS COOLER - INSTALLATION).
INSTALLATION). (34) Install the serpentine belt (Refer to 7 - COOL-
(26) Connect the transmission cooler lines. ING/ACCESSORY DRIVE/DRIVE BELTS - INSTAL-
(27) Connect the power steering hoses, if equipped. LATION).
(28) Install the fan shroud. (35) Evacuate (Refer to 24 - HEATING & AIR
(29) Install the fan (Refer to 7 - COOLING/EN- CONDITIONING/PLUMBING - STANDARD PRO-
GINE/RADIATOR FAN - INSTALLATION). CEDURE) and charge the air conditioning system, if
(30) Connect the top radiator hose. equipped (Refer to 24 - HEATING & AIR CONDI-
(31) Install the washer fluid reservoir bottle (Refer TIONING/PLUMBING - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
to 8 - ELECTRICAL/WIPERS/WASHERS - INSTAL- (36) Add coolant to the cooling system (Refer to 7 -
LATION). COOLING - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
(32) If equipped, install the condenser (Refer to 24 (37) Install the battery.
- HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING/PLUMBING/ (38) Warm engine and adjust as required.
A/C CONDENSER - INSTALLATION). (39) Road test vehicle.
(33) Install the A/C compressor with the lines
attached (Refer to 24 - HEATING & AIR CONDI-
9 - 184 ENGINE 8.0L BR/BE
ENGINE 8.0L (Continued)
—Bolts Bolts
SPECIAL TOOLS
8.0L ENGINE
Puller 1026
Bloc–Chek–Kit C-3685–A
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
(2) Drain cooling system (Refer to 7 - COOLING -
STANDARD PROCEDURE).
(3) Remove the heat shields (Fig. 8).
CLEANING
Clean all surfaces of cylinder block and cylinder
heads. Be sure material does not fall into the lifters
and surrounding valley.
Clean cylinder block front and rear gasket surfaces Fig. 10 Cylinder Head Bolt Tightening Sequence
using a suitable solvent. (6) Install the upper intake manifold onto the
Clean the exhaust manifold to cylinder head mat- lower intake manifold (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/MANI-
ing areas. FOLDS/INTAKE MANIFOLD - INSTALLATION).
(7) Install the exhaust manifolds and new gaskets
INSPECTION (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/MANIFOLDS/EXHAUST
Inspect all surfaces with a straightedge if there is MANIFOLD - INSTALLATION).
any reason to suspect leakage. The out-of-flatness (8) Install exhaust pipe to the exhaust manifold.
specifications are 0.0007 mm/mm (0.0004 inch/inch), Tighten the bolts to 34 n·m (25 ft. lbs.) torque.
0.127 mm/152 mm (0.005 inch/6 inches) any direction (9) Using a new gasket, position the EGR tube to
or 0.254 mm (0.010 inch) overall across head. If the intake manifold and the exhaust manifold.
exceeded, either replace head or lightly machine the Tighten the EGR tube nut to 34 N·m (25 ft. lbs.)
head surface. torque. Tighten the bolts to 20 N·m (174 in. lbs.)
The cylinder head surface finish should be torque.
1.78-4.57 microns (15-80 microinches). (10) Install the heat shields and the washers.
Inspect push rods. Replace worn or bent rods. Make sure that heat shields tabs hook over the
Inspect rocker arms. Replace if worn or scored. exhaust gasket. Tighten the nuts to 15 N·m (132 in.
lbs.) torque.
INSTALLATION (11) Adjust and Install the spark plugs (Refer to 8
(1) Position the new cylinder head gaskets onto - ELECTRICAL/IGNITION CONTROL/SPARK
the cylinder block. PLUG - INSTALLATION).
(2) Position the cylinder heads onto head gaskets (12) Install coil packs and bracket. Tighten the
and cylinder block. bracket bolts to 21 N·m (190 in. lbs.) torque. Connect
(3) Tighten the cylinder head bolts in two steps the coil wires.
(Fig. 10): (13) Connect heat indicator sending unit wire.
• Step 1—Tighten all cylinder head bolts, in (14) Connect the heater hoses and bypass hose.
sequence, to 58 N·m (43 ft. lbs.) torque. (15) Connect the accelerator linkage and if so
• Step 2—Tighten all cylinder head bolts, in equipped, the speed control and transmission kick-
sequence, to 143 N·m (105 ft. lbs.) torque. down cables.
• (16) Install the fuel line (Refer to 14 - FUEL SYS-
TEM/FUEL DELIVERY/QUICK CONNECT FIT-
CAUTION: When tightening the rocker arm bolts, TING - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
make sure the piston in that cylinder is NOT at (17) Install the generator (Refer to 8 - ELECTRI-
TDC. Contact between the valves and piston could CAL/CHARGING/GENERATOR - INSTALLATION)
occur. and drive belt (Refer to 7 - COOLING/ACCESSORY
DRIVE/DRIVE BELTS - INSTALLATION).
(4) Install push rods and rocker arm assemblies in
(18) Install the intake manifold-to-generator
their original position (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/CYLIN-
bracket support rod. Tighten the bolts to 41 N·m (30
DER HEAD/ROCKER ARM / ADJUSTER ASSY -
ft. lbs.) torque.
INSTALLATION).
(19) The cylinder head cover gasket can be used
(5) Install lower intake manifold (Refer to 9 -
again. Install the gasket onto the head rail. For the
ENGINE/MANIFOLDS/INTAKE MANIFOLD -
left side the number tab is at the front of
INSTALLATION).
engine with the number up. For the right side
the number tab is at the rear of engine with the
number up.
9 - 194 ENGINE 8.0L BR/BE
CYLINDER HEAD (Continued)
CAUTION: The cylinder head cover fasteners have a (3) Remove the upper intake manifold to remove
special plating. DO NOT use alternative fasteners. the right side head cover (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/
MANIFOLDS/INTAKE MANIFOLD - REMOVAL).
(20) Install cylinder head cover (Refer to 9 - (4) Remove cylinder head cover bolts and stud
ENGINE/CYLINDER HEAD/CYLINDER HEAD bolts. Remove the covers and gaskets (Fig. 12). The
COVER(S) - INSTALLATION). gasket may be used again.
(21) Install closed crankcase ventilation system.
(22) Connect the evaporation control system.
(23) Install the air cleaner.
(24) Fill cooling system (Refer to 7 - COOLING -
STANDARD PROCEDURE).
(25) Connect the negative cable to the battery.
(26) Check for leaks (fuel, oil, antifreeze, etc.).
CLEANING
Clean cylinder head cover gasket surface.
Clean head rail, if necessary.
INSPECTION
Inspect cover for distortion and straighten, if nec-
essary.
Check the gasket for use in head cover installation.
If damaged, use a new gasket.
INSTALLATION
(1) Check the gasket for use in head cover instal-
lation. If damaged, use a new gasket.
(2) Install the gasket onto the head rail. For the
left side the number tab is at the front of
engine with the number up. For the right side
the number tab is at the rear of engine with the
number up.
Fig. 11 Cylinder Head Cover CAUTION: The cylinder head cover fasteners have a
1 - CYLINDER HEAD COVER
special plating. DO NOT use alternative fasteners.
VALVES
Inspect the remaining margin after the valves are
refaced (Fig. 18). Valves with less than 1.190 mm
(0.047 inch) margin should be discarded.
VALVE SEATS
(1) When refacing valve seats, it is important that
the correct size valve guide pilot be used for reseat-
ing stones. A true and complete surface must be
obtained.
(2) Measure the concentricity of valve seat using a
dial indicator. Total runout should not exceed 0.038
mm (0.0015 inch) total indicator reading.
BR/BE ENGINE 8.0L 9 - 197
INTAKE/EXHAUST VALVES & SEATS (Continued)
Fig. 20 Valve Spring Compressor MD-998772A with Fig. 22 Valve Spring Compressor MD-998772A with
Adaptor 6716-A and Screw 6765 Adaptor 6716-A and Screw 6765
1 - SPECIAL TOOL MD 998772A 1 - SPECIAL TOOL MD 998772A
2 - SPECIAL TOOL 6765 2 - SPECIAL TOOL 6765
3 - SPECIAL TOOL 6716A 3 - SPECIAL TOOL 6716A
4 - AIR HOSE 4 - AIR HOSE
CLEANING
Clean valves thoroughly. Discard burned, warped,
or cracked valves.
Remove carbon and varnish deposits from inside of
valve guides with a reliable guide cleaner.
INSPECTION
Measure valve stems for wear. If wear exceeds
0.051 mm (0.002 in.), replace the valve.
Measure valve stem guide clearance as follows:
(1) Install Valve Guide Sleeve Tool C-3973 over
valve stem and install valve (Fig. 23). The special
sleeve places the valve at the correct height for
checking with a dial indicator.
(2) Attach dial indicator Tool C-3339 to cylinder
Fig. 21 Special Studs 6715 for V-10 Engine head and set it at right angles to valve stem being
measured (Fig. 24).
1 - SPECIAL TOOL 6715
(3) Move valve to and from the indicator. The total
dial indicator reading should not exceed 0.432 mm
(3) Compress valve springs using Valve Spring (0.017 in.). Ream the guides for valves with oversize
Compressor Tool MD-998772A with Adapter 6716A stems if dial indicator reading is excessive or if the
and Screw 6765 (Fig. 22). Tap the retainer using a stems are scuffed or scored.
brass drift and ball peen hammer to loosen locks
away from retainer. INSTALLATION—VALVE STEM SEAL
(4) Remove valve retaining locks, valve spring (1) Install new seal onto valve stem.
retainers and valve springs. Check for abnormal (2) Position valve spring onto valve stem.
wear, replace as required. (3) Position Valve Spring Compressor with Adapter
(5) Remove the valve stem seals. Studs onto cylinder head
BR/BE ENGINE 8.0L 9 - 199
INTAKE/EXHAUST VALVES & SEATS (Continued)
(9) Install cylinder head cover (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/CYLINDER HEAD/CYLINDER HEAD
COVER(S) - INSTALLATION) (Fig. 25).
NOTE: The 4 corner tappets can not be removed NOTE: Whenever an engine has been rebuilt, a new
without removing the cylinder heads and gaskets. camshaft and/or new tappets installed, add 1 pint of
However, they can be lifted and retained for cam- MoparT Crankcase Conditioner, or equivalent. The
shaft removal. oil mixture should be left in engine for a minimum
of 805 km (500 miles). Drain at the next normal oil
(2) Remove the Bolts retaining the yoke retaining change.
spider. Remove the yoke retaining spider, tappet
aligning yokes and tappets. (2) Install camshaft thrust plate. Tighten the torx
(3) Remove upper and lower intake manifolds bolts to 22 N·m (16 ft. lbs.) torque.
(Refer to 9 - ENGINE/MANIFOLDS/INTAKE MANI- (3) Check camshaft end play. The end play should
FOLD - REMOVAL). be 0.051-0.152 mm (0.002-0.006 inch) with a new
(4) Remove timing chain cover (Refer to 9 - thrust plate and up to 0.254 mm (0.010 inch) with a
ENGINE/VALVE TIMING/TIMING BELT / CHAIN used thrust plate. If not within these limits install a
COVER(S) - REMOVAL) and timing chain and new thrust plate.
sprockets (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/VALVE TIMING/ (4) Line up key with keyway in sprocket, then
TIMING BELT/CHAIN AND SPROCKETS - using Special Tools C-3688, C-3718 and MB990799
REMOVAL). install crankshaft timing sprocket. Make sure the
(5) Remove camshaft thrust plate (Fig. 27). sprocket seats against the crankshaft shoulder (Fig.
28).
Fig. 27 Camshaft
1 - CAMSHAFT
2 - THRUST PLATE
INSTALLATION—CAMSHAFT BEARINGS
(1) Install new camshaft bearings using recom-
mended Tool 8544 Camshaft Bushing Remover Fig. 28 Crankshaft Sprocket Installation
Installer, by sliding the new camshaft bearing shell 1 - SPECIAL TOOL C-3688
over proper adapter. 2 - SPECIAL TOOL C-3718
(2) Bearings must be carefully aligned to bring oil 3 - SPECIAL TOOL MD990799
holes into full register with oil passages from the
main bearing. If the camshaft bearing shell oil holes
9 - 202 ENGINE 8.0L BR/BE
CAMSHAFT & BEARINGS (IN BLOCK) (Continued)
(5) Install timing chain and sprocket (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/VALVE TIMING/TIMING BELT/CHAIN
AND SPROCKETS - INSTALLATION).
(6) Install the timing chain cover (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/VALVE TIMING/TIMING BELT / CHAIN
COVER(S) - INSTALLATION).
(7) Install the crankshaft pulley/damper (Refer to
9 - ENGINE/ENGINE BLOCK/VIBRATION
DAMPER - INSTALLATION).
(8) Prime oil pump by squirting oil in the oil filter
mounting hole and filling the J-trap of the front tim-
ing cover. When oil is running out, install oil filter
that has been filled with oil.
(9) Each tappet reused must be installed in the
same position from which it was removed. When
camshaft is replaced, all of the tappets must be
replaced.
(10) Install tappets and push rods in their original
location.
(11) Position the tappet aligning yokes and yoke
retaing spider.
(12) Install the retaining spider mounting bolts.
Tighten bolts to 22 N·m (16 ft. lbs.).
(13) Install the rocker arms (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/
CYLINDER HEAD/ROCKER ARM / ADJUSTER
ASSY - INSTALLATION).
(14) The cylinder head cover gasket can be used
again. Install the gasket onto the head rail. For the Fig. 29 Cylinder Head Cover
left side the number tab is at the front of 1 - CYLINDER HEAD COVER
engine with the number up. For the right side 2 - CYLINDER HEAD COVER GASKET
the number tab is at the rear of engine with the
number up.
Each bearing cap has a small V-groove across the
CAUTION: The cylinder head cover fasteners have a parting face. When installing the lower bearing shell,
special plating. DO NOT use alternative fasteners. be certain that the V-groove in the shell is in line
with the V-groove in the cap. This provides lubrica-
(15) Install cylinder head cover (Fig. 29) (Refer to tion of the cylinder wall in the opposite bank.
9 - ENGINE/CYLINDER HEAD/CYLINDER HEAD The bearing shells must be installed so that the
COVER(S) - INSTALLATION). tangs are in the machined grooves in the rods and
(16) Install the intake manifolds (Refer to 9 - caps.
ENGINE/MANIFOLDS/INTAKE MANIFOLD - Limits of taper or out-of-round on any crankshaft
INSTALLATION). journals should be held to 0.025 mm (0.001 in.).
(17) Start engine and check for leaks. Bearings are available in 0.025 mm (0.001 in.), 0.051
mm (0.002 in.), 0.076 mm (0.003 in.), 0.254 mm
(0.010 in.) and 0.305 mm (0.012 in.) undersize.
CONNECTING ROD BEARINGS Install the bearings in pairs. DO NOT use a new
bearing half with an old bearing half. DO NOT
STANDARD PROCEDURE—CONNECTING ROD file the rods or bearing caps.
BEARING FITTING
Fit all rods on a bank until completed. DO NOT
alternate from one bank to another, because connect-
CRANKSHAFT
ing rods and pistons are not interchangeable from
one bank to another. REMOVAL
The bearing caps are not interchangeable and When a crankshaft is replaced, all main and con-
should be marked at removal to ensure correct necting rod bearings should be replaced with new
assembly. bearings. Therefore, selective fitting of the bearings
BR/BE ENGINE 8.0L 9 - 203
CRANKSHAFT (Continued)
is not required when a crankshaft and bearings are NOTE: Lubricate crankshaft main bearings with
replaced. clean engine oil.
(1) Remove the oil pan and oil pickup tube (refer
to Oil Pan in this section for correct procedure). (1) Position upper main bearings into block.
(2) Remove the timing chain cover and gasket. (2) Position the crankshaft into the cylinder block.
Remove and discard the front crankshaft oil seal and (3) Lubricate the main journals with clean engine
cover gasket. oil. Install upper main bearings, caps and bolts. Fol-
(3) Remove Transmission (refer to Group 21, low the 2 step tightening sequence, starting with
Transmission). main bearing cap 1.
(4) Remove the rear seal retainer (refer to Crank- (4) Lubricate the connecting rod bearings and jour-
shaft Rear Seal Retainer in this section for correct nals with clean engine oil. Carefully install connect-
procedure). ing rods to the crankshaft.
(5) Identify main bearing caps before removal (Fig. (5) Using Special Tool 8359 Seal Installer install
30). Remove bearing caps and lower bearings one at new oil into oil seal retainer.
a time. (6) Using Special Tool 6687 Guide, install the rear
seal retainer with a new gasket.
(7) Install the timing chain cover with a new gas-
ket and oil seal.
(8) Prime oil pump by squirt oil in the oil filter
mounting hole and filling the J-trap of the front tim-
ing cover. When oil is running out, install oil filter
that has been filled with oil.
(9) Apply a rearward axial load of 667 N (150
lbs-f) on crankshaft centerline, driving No.3 main cap
and thrust bearing against No.3 bulkhead. Repeat
procedure, driving crankshaft forward to align rear
flange of thrust bearings in a common plane. Front
face of No.1 main cap must not extend forward in
front of face of No.1 bulkhead.
(10) Install the oil pickup tube. Tighten the bolts
to 16 N·m (144 in. lbs.) torque.
(11) Install the oil pan.
CRANKSHAFT MAIN
BEARINGS
Fig. 30 Main Bearing Identification STANDARD PROCEDURE—MAIN BEARING
1 - MAIN BEARING CAP
2 - UPPER MAIN BEARINGS
FITTING
3 - CRANKSHAFT
Bearing caps are not interchangeable and should
4 - LOWER MAIN BEARINGS be marked at removal to ensure correct assembly.
Upper and lower bearing halves are NOT inter-
changeable. All lower main bearing halves are inter-
(6) Remove the connecting rod bearing caps. changeable. Upper main bearing halves of No. 2, 4,
(7) Lift the crankshaft straight out of the block. and 5 are interchangeable. Upper main bearing
(8) Remove the upper main bearings from the halves of No. 1 and 6 are interchangeable, this also
block. applies to the lower bearing halves.
The No.3 main bearing is flanged to carry the
INSTALLATION crankshaft thrust loads. This bearing is NOT inter-
When a crankshaft is replaced, all main and con- changeable with any other bearing halves in the
necting rod bearings should be replaced with new engine. Bearing shells are available in standard and
bearings. Therefore, selective fitting of the bearings the following undersizes: 0.25 mm (0.001 inch), 0.051
is not required when a crankshaft and bearings are mm (0.002 inch), 0.076 mm (0.003 inch), 0.254 mm
replaced. (0.010 inch) and 0.305 mm (0.012 inch). Never install
an undersize bearing that will reduce clearance
below specifications.
9 - 204 ENGINE 8.0L BR/BE
CRANKSHAFT MAIN BEARINGS (Continued)
INSTALLATION
Only one main bearing should be selectively fitted
while all other main bearing caps are properly tight- Fig. 32 Timing Chain Cover and Oil Seal
ened. All bearing capbolts removed during service 1 - TIMING CHAIN COVER
procedures are to be cleaned and oiled before instal- 2 - OIL SEAL
lation.
When installing a new upper bearing shell, slightly
chamfer the sharp edges from the plain side. REMOVAL—FRONT OIL SEAL - FRONT COVER
(1) Start bearing in place, and insert Crankshaft REMOVED
Main Bearing Remover/Installer Tool C-3059 into oil (1) Remove engine front cover (Refer to 9 -
hole of crankshaft (Fig. 31). ENGINE/VALVE TIMING/TIMING BELT / CHAIN
(2) Slowly rotate crankshaft counterclockwise slid- COVER(S) - REMOVAL).
ing the bearing into position. Remove Tool C-3059. (2) Place a suitable tool behind the lips of the oil
(3) Lubricate the main journals with clean engine seal to pry the oil seal outward. Be careful not to
oil. Install main bearing caps and bolts. Follow the 2 damage the crankshaft seal surface of the cover.
step tightening sequence, starting with No. 1 main
bearing cap.
(4) Apply a rearward axial load of 667 N (150
lbs-f) on crankshaft centerline, driving No.3 main cap
and thrust bearing against No.3 bulkhead. Repeat
BR/BE ENGINE 8.0L 9 - 205
CRANKSHAFT OIL SEAL - FRONT (Continued)
CRANKSHAFT OIL SEAL - (7) Install the oil pan (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/LU-
BRICATION/OIL PAN - INSTALLATION).
REAR (8) Install the drive plate / flywheel.
(9) Install the transmission.
REMOVAL (10) Check and verify engine oil level.
(11) Start engine and check for leaks.
NOTE: This procedure does not require the removal
of the seal retainer from the engine block.
HYDRAULIC LIFTERS
(1) Remove the transmission.
(2) Carefully, remove the rear seal from the DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING—HYDRAULIC
retainer. Discard the oil seal.
TAPPETS
INSTALLATION Before disassembling any part of the engine to cor-
rect tappet noise, check the oil pressure. If vehicle
(1) Wash all parts in a suitable solvent and inspect
has no oil pressure gauge, install a reliable gauge at
carefully for damage or wear.
the pressure sending-unit. The pressure should be
(2) Position Special Tool 6687 Seal Guide, onto the
between 207-552 kPa (30-80 psi) at 3,000 RPM.
crankshaft.
Check the oil level after the engine reaches normal
(3) Position the oil seal onto the Seal guide, then
operating temperature. Allow 5 minutes to stabilize
using Special Tool 8359 Seal Installer and C–4171
oil level, check dipstick. The oil level in the pan
Driver Handle, Install the oil seal.
should never be above the FULL mark or below the
(4) The seal face surface must be countersunk into
ADD OIL mark on dipstick. Either of these two con-
the retainer.762–1.27mm (0.030–0.050 in.).
ditions could be responsible for noisy tappets.
(5) Install the transmission.
(6) Check and verify engine oil is at correct level.
(7) Start engine and check for leaks.
OIL LEVEL
HIGH
CRANKSHAFT REAR OIL SEAL If oil level is above the FULL mark, it is possible
for the connecting rods to dip into the oil. With the
RETAINER engine running, this condition could create foam in
the oil pan. Foam in oil pan would be fed to the
REMOVAL hydraulic tappets by the oil pump causing them to
(1) Disconnect negative cable from battery. lose length and allow valves to seat noisily.
(2) Remove the transmission.
(3) Remove the drive plate / flywheel. LOW
(4) Remove the oil pan (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/LU- Low oil level may allow oil pump to take in air.
BRICATION/OIL PAN - REMOVAL). When air is fed to the tappets, they lose length,
(5) Remove the rear oil seal retainer mounting which allows valves to seat noisily. Any leaks on
bolts. intake side of oil pump through which air can be
(6) Carefully remove the retainer from the engine drawn will create the same tappet action. Check the
block. lubrication system from the intake strainer to the
pump cover, including the relief valve retainer cap.
INSTALLATION When tappet noise is due to aeration, it may be
(1) Throughly clean all gasket resdue from the intermittent or constant, and usually more than one
engine block. tappet will be noisy. When oil level and leaks have
(2) Use extream care and clean all gasket resdue been corrected, operate the engine at fast idle. Run
from the retainer. engine for a sufficient time to allow all of the air
(3) Apply a small amount of Mopart Silicone Rub- inside the tappets to be bled out.
ber Adhesive Sealant to the retainer gasket. Position
the gasket onto the retainer. TAPPET NOISE DIAGNOSIS
(4) Position Special Tool 6687 Seal Guide onto the (1) To determine source of tappet noise, operate
crankshaft. engine at idle with cylinder head covers removed.
(5) Position the retainer and seal over the guide (2) Feel each valve spring or rocker arm to detect
and onto the engine block. noisy tappet. The noisy tappet will cause the affected
(6) Install the retainer mounting bolts. Tighten the spring and/or rocker arm to vibrate or feel rough in
bolts to 22 N·m (16 ft. lbs.). operation.
BR/BE ENGINE 8.0L 9 - 207
HYDRAULIC LIFTERS (Continued)
NOTE: Worn valve guides or cocked springs are (9) Observe the leak-down time interval from the
sometimes mistaken for noisy tappets. If such is instant the pointer aligns with the START mark on
the case, noise may be dampened by applying side the scale until the pointer aligns with the 0.125
thrust on the valve spring. If noise is not apprecia- mark. A normally functioning tappet will require
bly reduced, it can be assumed the noise is in the 20-110 seconds to leak-down. Discard tappets with
tappet. Inspect the rocker arm push rod sockets leak-down time interval not within this specification.
and push rod ends for wear.
INSTALLATION
(1) Check the crankshaft connecting rod journal
for excessive wear, taper and scoring.
(2) Check the cylinder block bore for out-of-round,
taper, scoring and scuffing.
(3) Be sure that compression ring gaps are stag-
gered so that neither is in line with oil ring rail gap.
(4) Before installing the ring compressor, make
sure the oil ring expander ends are butted and the
rail gaps located properly (Fig. 40).
INSTALLATION
(1) Position the crankshaft pulley/damper onto the
crankshaft.
(2) Use Special Tool, C-3688 Crankshaft Pulley/
Damper Installer to press the pulley—damper onto
the crankshaft. Install crankshaft bolt and washer
and tighten to 312 N·m (230 ft. lbs.) torque (Fig. 47). Fig. 47 Installing Crankshaft Pulley—Damper
(3) Install the following: 1 - SPECIAL TOOL C-3688
• Radiator (Refer to 7 - COOLING/ENGINE/RA-
DIATOR - INSTALLATION)
BR/BE ENGINE 8.0L 9 - 213
FRONT MOUNT
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
(2) Position fan to assure clearance for radiator top
tank and hose.
REAR MOUNT
REMOVAL
(1) Raise the vehicle on a hoist.
(2) Position a transmission jack in place.
(3) Remove support cushion stud nuts (Fig. 50).
Fig. 48 Engine Front Mounts (4) Raise rear of transmission and engine
1 - ENGINE MOUNT HEAT SHIELD SLIGHTLY.
2 - THRU-BOLT (5) Remove the bolts holding the support cushion
3 - RESTRICTION PADS to the transmission support bracket. Remove the sup-
4 - ENGINE SUPPORT BRACKET/CUSHION port cushion.
(6) If necessary, remove the bolts holding the
transmission support bracket to the transmission.
INSTALLATION
(1) With engine raised SLIGHTLY, position the
engine support bracket/cushion and heat shields to
INSTALLATION
(1) If removed, position the transmission support
the block. Install new bolts and tighten to 81 N·m (60
bracket to the transmission. Install new attaching
ft. lbs.) torque.
bolts and tighten to 102 N·m (75 ft. lbs.) torque.
(2) Install the thru-bolt and 2 piece rubber engine
(2) Position support cushion to transmission sup-
rubber restrictors onto the engine support bracket/
port bracket. Install stud nuts and tighten to 47 N·m
cushion.
(35 ft. lbs.) torque.
(3) Lower engine with support/lifting fixture while
(3) Using the transmission jack, lower the trans-
guiding the engine bracket/cushion and thru-bolt into
mission and support cushion onto the crossmember
support cushion brackets (Fig. 49).
(Fig. 50).
(4) Install thru-bolt nuts and tighten the nuts to
(4) Install the support cushion bolts and tighten to
68 N·m (50 ft. lbs.) torque.
47 N·m (35 ft. lbs.) torque.
(5) Lower the vehicle.
(5) Remove the transmission jack.
(6) Remove lifting fixture.
(6) Lower the vehicle.
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REAR MOUNT (Continued)
LUBRICATION
DESCRIPTION
A pressure feed type (gerotor) oil pump is located
in the engine front cover. The pump uses a pick-up
tube and screen assembly to gather engine oil from
the oil pan (Fig. 51).
OPERATION
The pump draws oil through the screen and inlet
tube from the sump at the rear of the oil pan. The oil
is driven between the inner and outer gears of the oil
pump, then forced through the outlet in the engine
front cover. An oil gallery in the front cover channels
the oil to the inlet side of the full flow oil filter. After
passing through the filter element, the oil passes
from the center outlet of the filter through an oil gal-
lery that channels the oil up to the tappet galleries,
which extends the entire length of block.
Galleries extend downward from the main oil gal-
lery to the upper shell of each main bearing. The Fig. 51 Pressure Feed Type (Gerotor) Oil Pump—
crankshaft is drilled internally to pass oil from the Typical
main bearing journals to the connecting rod journals. 1 - OUTER ROTOR
Each connecting rod bearing has half a hole in it, oil 2 - INNER ROTOR
passes through the hole when the rods rotate and the 3 - OIL PUMP COVER
hole lines up, oil is then thrown off as the rod 4 - TIMING CHAIN COVER
BR/BE ENGINE 8.0L 9 - 215
LUBRICATION (Continued)
rotates. This oil throwoff lubricates the camshaft (5) If the oil leak source is not positively identified
lobes, cylinder walls, and piston pins. at this time, proceed with the air leak detection test
The hydraulic valve tappets receive oil directly method as follows:
from the main oil gallery. The camshaft bearings (6) Disconnect the breather cap to air cleaner hose
receive oil from the main bearing galleries. The front at the breather cap end. Cap or plug breather cap
camshaft bearing journal passes oil through the cam- nipple.
shaft sprocket to the timing chain. Oil drains back to (7) Remove the PCV valve from the cylinder head
the oil pan under the No. 1 main bearing cap. cover. Cap or plug the PCV valve grommet.
The oil supply for the rocker arms and bridged (8) Attach an air hose with pressure gauge and
pivot assemblies is provided by the hydraulic valve regulator to the dipstick tube.
tappets, which pass oil through hollow push rods to a
hole in the corresponding rocker arm. Oil from the CAUTION: Do not subject the engine assembly to
rocker arm lubricates the valve train components. more than 20.6 kpa (3 PSI) of test pressure.
The oil then passes down through the push rod guide
holes and the oil drain-back passages in the cylinder (9) Gradually apply air pressure from 1 psi to 2.5
head, past the valve tappet area, and then returns to psi maximum while applying soapy water at the sus-
the oil pan (Fig. 52). pected source. Adjust the regulator to the suitable
test pressure that provide the best bubbles which
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING—ENGINE OIL will pinpoint the leak source. If the oil leak is
detected and identified, repair per service manual
LEAKS procedures.
Begin with a through visual inspection of the (10) If the leakage occurs at the rear oil seal area,
engine, particularly at the area of the suspected leak. refer to the section, Inspection for Rear Seal Area
If an oil leak source is not readily identifiable, the Leak.
following steps should be followed: (11) If no leaks are detected, turn off the air sup-
(1) Do not clean or degrease the engine at this ply and remove the air hose and all plugs and caps.
time because some solvents may cause rubber to Install the PCV valve and breather cap hose. Proceed
swell, temporarily stopping the leak. to next step.
(2) Add an oil-soluble dye (use as recommended by (12) Clean the oil off the suspect oil leak area
manufacturer). Start the engine and let idle for using a suitable solvent. Drive the vehicle at various
approximately 15 minutes. Check the oil dipstick to speeds approximately 24 km (15 miles). Inspect the
be sure the dye is thoroughly mixed as indicated engine for signs of an oil leak by using a black light.
with a bright yellow color under a black light source.
(3) Using a black light, inspect the entire engine DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING—ENGINE OIL
for fluorescent dye, particularly at the suspected area
of oil leak. If the oil leak is found and identified, PRESSURE
repair per service manual instructions. (1) Remove oil pressure sending unit.
(4) If dye is not observed, drive the vehicle at var- (2) Install Oil Pressure Line and Gauge Tool
ious speeds for approximately 24km (15 miles), and C-3292. Start engine and record pressure. (Refer to 9
repeat previous step. - ENGINE - SPECIFICATIONS).
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LUBRICATION (Continued)
OIL FILTER
REMOVAL
All engines are equipped with a high quality full-
flow, disposable type oil filter. DaimlerChrysler Cor-
poration recommends a Mopart or equivalent oil
filter be used.
(1) Position a drain pan under the oil filter.
(2) Using a suitable oil filter wrench loosen filter. Fig. 55 Oil Filter Sealing Surface—Typical
(3) Rotate the oil filter counterclockwise to remove 1 - SEALING SURFACE
it from the cylinder block oil filter boss (Fig. 54). 2 - RUBBER GASKET
3 - OIL FILTER
INSPECTION
Inspect oil drain plug and plug hole for stripped or
damaged threads. Repair as necessary.
Inspect oil pan mounting flange for bends or distor-
tion. Straighten flange, if necessary.
INSTALLATION
(1) Fabricate 4 alignment dowels from 5/16 x 1 1/2
inch bolts. Cut the head off the bolts and cut a slot
into the top of the dowel. This will allow easier
installation and removal with a screwdriver (Fig. 57).
OIL PUMP
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the timing chain cover (Refer to 9 -
Fig. 57 Fabrication of Alignment Dowels ENGINE/VALVE TIMING/TIMING BELT / CHAIN
1 - 5/16” X 1½” BOLT COVER(S) - REMOVAL).
2 - DOWEL (2) Remove the relief valve plug, gasket, spring
3 - SLOT and valve (Fig. 59). Discard the gasket.
CLEANING
Wash all parts in a suitable solvent and inspect
carefully for damage or wear.
INSPECTION
Mating surface of the oil pump cover should be
smooth. Replace pump cover if scratched or grooved. Fig. 62 Measuring Outer Rotor Thickness
Lay a straightedge across the pump cover surface
(Fig. 61). If a 0.076 mm (0.003 inch) feeler gauge can
be inserted between cover and straightedge, cover
should be replaced.
Measure thickness (Fig. 62) (Fig. 63) and diameter
of rotors. If either rotor thickness measures 14.956
mm (0.5876 inch) or less, or if the diameter is 82.45
mm (3.246 inches) or less, replace rotor set.
Slide outer rotor into timing chain cover pump
body. Press rotor to the side with your fingers and
measure clearance between rotor and pump body
(Fig. 64). If clearance is 0.19 mm (0.007 inch) or
more, and outer rotor is within specifications, replace
timing chain cover.
Install inner rotor into timing chain cover pump
body (Fig. 65). Inner rotor should be positioned with
chamfer up or toward engine when cover is installed. Fig. 63 Measuring Inner Rotor Thickness
This allows easy installation over crankshaft. If
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OIL PUMP (Continued)
Fig. 64 Measuring Outer Rotor Clearance in Cover Fig. 66 Measuring Clearance Over Rotors
1 - FEELER GAUGE 1 - FEELER GAUGE
2 - OUTER ROTOR 2 - STRAIGHT EDGE
clearance between inner and outer rotors is 0.150 when compressed to 34 mm (1-11/32 inches). Replace
mm (0.006 inch) or more, replace both rotors. spring that fails to meet these specifications.
If oil pressure was low and pump is within specifi-
cations, inspect for worn engine bearings or other
reasons for oil pressure loss.
INSTALLATION
(1) Lubricate both oil pump rotors using petroleum
jelly or lubriplate and install in the timing chain
cover. Use new parts as required (Fig. 67).
DESCRIPTION REMOVAL
The aluminum intake manifold (Fig. 68) has two (1) Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
plenum chambers an upper and lower which supply (2) Drain the cooling system (Refer to 7 - COOL-
air to five runners each. Passages across the longitu- ING - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
dinal center of the manifold feed air from the throttle (3) Remove the accessory drive belt (Refer to 7 -
body to the plenum chambers. COOLING/ACCESSORY DRIVE/DRIVE BELTS -
REMOVAL).
(4) Remove the generator brace and generator
(Fig. 69).
(5) Remove the A/C compressor brace (Fig. 69).
Remove the compressor and set aside.
Fig. 68 Upper and Lower Intake Manifold—8.0L Fig. 69 Generator and A/C Compressor Braces
Engine 1 - GENERATOR
2 - INTAKE MANIFOLD TO GENERATOR BRACE
1 - UPPER INTAKE MANIFOLD
3 - A/C COMPRESSOR
2 - THROTTLE BODY (MPI)
4 - INTAKE MANIFOLD TO A/C COMPRESSOR BRACE
3 - LOWER INTAKE MANIFOLD
BR/BE ENGINE 8.0L 9 - 223
INTAKE MANIFOLD (Continued)
(6) Remove the air cleaner cover and filter.
Remove the air cleaner housing (Fig. 70). Discard the
gasket.
CLEANING
Clean mating surfaces on cylinder head and mani-
fold. Wash with solvent and blow dry with com-
pressed air.
INSPECTION
Inspect manifold for cracks.
Inspect mating surfaces of manifold for flatness
with a straight edge. Gasket surfaces must be flat
within 0.2 mm per 300 mm (0.008 inch per foot).
Fig. 75 Exhaust Manifold—8.0L Engine
1 - EXHAUST MANIFOLD
INSTALLATION
(1) Using a new gasket position the engine
exhaust manifold onto the cylinder head. Install bolts
exhaust gases to the exhaust pipes attached to the and stud bolts in the proper position. (Fig. 76)
manifolds. Tighten the bolts to 22 N·m (16 ft. lbs.) torque.
(2) Install the dipstick bracket on to the exhaust
REMOVAL manifold (right side only).
(1) Disconnect the negative cable from the battery. (3) Position washers and exhaust heat shields onto
(2) Raise and support the vehicle. the manifold stud bolts (Fig. 76). Be sure the tabs on
(3) Remove the bolts and nuts attaching the the heat shields are hooked over the top of the
exhaust pipe to the engine exhaust manifold.. exhaust gasket. Install the nuts and tighten to 20
(4) Lower the vehicle. N·m (175 in. lbs.) torque.
(5) Remove the exhaust heat shields (Fig. 76). (4) Raise and support the vehicle.
(5) Assemble exhaust pipe to manifold.
(6) Lower the vehicle.
(7) Connect the negative cable to the battery.
(8) Start engine check for leaks.
(10) Loosen oil pan bolts and remove the front oil (7) Install water pump and housing assembly
pan bolts that mount the pan to the timing chain using new o-ring (Refer to 7 - COOLING/ENGINE/
cover. WATER PUMP - INSTALLATION).
(11) Remove the cover bolts. (8) Install generator, air pump, and bracket assem-
(12) Remove timing chain cover and gasket using bly.
extreme caution to avoid damaging oil pan gasket. (9) Install A/C compressor (Refer to 24 - HEATING
(13) Inspect surface of cover. Remove any burrs or & AIR CONDITIONING/PLUMBING/A/C COM-
high spots. PRESSOR - INSTALLATION).
(10) (10) Install the radiator fan (Refer to 7 -
INSTALLATION COOLING/ENGINE/RADIATOR FAN - INSTALLA-
(1) Be sure mating surfaces of timing chain cover TION).
and cylinder block are clean and free from burrs. (11) Position the fan shroud and install the bolts.
(2) Lubricate the pump rotors using petroleum Tighten the bolts to 11 N·m (95 in. lbs.) torque.
jelly or lubriplate (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/LUBRICA- (12) Install the serpentine belt (Refer to 7 - COOL-
TION/OIL PUMP - INSTALLATION). ING/ACCESSORY DRIVE/DRIVE BELTS - INSTAL-
(3) Using a new cover gasket, carefully install tim- LATION).
ing chain cover to avoid damaging oil pan gasket. (13) Fill cooling system (Refer to 7 - COOLING -
Use a small amount of Mopart Silicone Rubber Adhe- STANDARD PROCEDURE).
sive Sealant, or equivalent, at the joint between tim- (14) Connect the negative cable to the battery.
ing chain cover gasket and the oil pan gasket. Finger (15) Road test vehicle and check for leaks.
tighten the timing chain cover bolts at this time.
(4) Tighten timing chain cover bolts to 47 N·m (35
ft. lbs.) torque. Tighten oil pan bolts to 24 N·m (215 TIMING BELT/CHAIN AND
in. lbs.) torque. SPROCKETS
(5) Using Special Tool C-3688 Crankshaft Pulley/
Damper Installer Install pulley/vibration damper REMOVAL
(Fig. 78) (1) Remove timing chain cover and gasket using
(6) Prime oil pump by squirting oil in the oil filter extreme caution to avoid damaging oil pan gasket
mounting hole and filling the J-trap of the front tim- (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/VALVE TIMING/TIMING
ing cover. When oil is running out, install oil filter BELT / CHAIN COVER(S) - REMOVAL).
that has been filled with oil.
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TIMING BELT/CHAIN AND SPROCKETS (Continued)
(2) Aline camshaft and crankshaft centerline.
Remove camshaft sprocket attaching bolt and remove
timing chain and camshaft sprockets.
(3) Use puller 6444 and jaws 6820 to remove
crankshaft sprocket (Fig. 79).
INSTALLATION
(1) Line up key in crankshaft with keyway in
sprocket, press on crankshaft timing sprocket, use
tools C-3688, C-3718 and MB-990799, seat sprocket
against crankshaft shoulder (Fig. 81).
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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LUBRICATING OIL 1. Low oil level. 1. (a) Check and fill with clean engine oil.
PRESSURE LOW
(b) Check for a severe external oil leak that
could reduce the pressure.
2. Oil viscosity thin, diluted or wrong 2. Verify the correct engine oil is being
specification. used. (Refer to LUBRICATION &
MAINTENANCE/FLUID TYPES -
DESCRIPTION).
3. Improperly operating pressure 3. Verify the pressure switch is functioning
switch/gauge. correctly. If not, replace switch/gauge.
4. Relief valve stuck open. 4. Check/replace valve.
5. Plugged oil filter. 5. Change oil filter.
6. If cooler was replaced, shipping 6. Check/remove shipping plugs.
plugs may have been left in cooler
7. Worn oil pump. 7. Check and replace oil pump.
8. Suction tube loose or seal leaking. 8. Check and replace seal.
9. Loose main bearing cap. 9. Check and install new bearing. Tighten
cap to proper torque.
10. Worn bearings or wrong bearings 10. Inspect and replace connecting rod or
installed. main bearings. Check and replace piston
cooling nozzles.
11. Oil jet under piston bad fit into 11. Check oil jet position.
main carrier.
LUBRICATING OIL LOSS 1. External leaks. 1. Visually inspect for oil leaks. Repair as
required.
2. Crankcase being overfilled. 2. Verify that the correct dipstick is being
used.
3. Incorrect oil specification or 3. (a) Make sure the correct oil is being
viscosity. used (Refer to LUBRICATION &
MAINTENANCE/FLUID TYPES -
DESCRIPTION).
(b) Look for reduced viscosity from dilution
with fuel.
(c) Review/reduce oil change intervals.
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ENGINE 5.9L DIESEL (Continued)
COMPRESSION KNOCKS 1. Air in the fuel system. 1. Bleed the fuel system (Refer to 14 -
FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL DELIVERY -
STANDARD PROCEDURE).
2. Poor quality fuel or water/gasoline 2. Verify by operating from a temporary
contaminated fuel. tank with good fuel. Clean and flush the
fuel tank. Replace fuel/water separator filter.
3. Engine overloaded. 3. Verify the engine load rating is not being
exceeded.
4. Incorrect injection pump timing. 4. Check injection pump for proper
installation.
5. Improperly operating injectors. 5. Check and replace inoperative injectors.
EXCESSIVE ENGINE 1. Drive belt squeal, insufficient 1. Check the automatic tensioner and
NOISES tension or abnormally high loading. inspect the drive belt. Make sure water
pump, tensioner pulley, fan hub and
generator turn freely.
2. Intake air or exhaust leaks. 2. Refer to Excessive Exhaust Smoke
(Refer to 9 - ENGINE - DIAGNOSIS AND
TESTING).
3. Excessive valve lash. 3. Adjust valves. Make sure the push rods
are not bent and rocker arms, adjusting
screws, crossheads, are not severely worn.
Replace bent or severely worn components.
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ENGINE 5.9L DIESEL (Continued)
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING—SMOKE Small amounts of exhaust smoke (at certain times)
are to be considered normal for a diesel powered
DIAGNOSIS CHARTS
engine.
The following charts include possible causes and
corrections for excess or abnormal exhaust smoke.
STANDARD PROCEDURE—FORM-IN-PLACE inspect the package for the expiration date before
use.
GASKETS & SEALERS
MOPARt ATF RTV
There are numerous places where form-in-place
Mopart ATF RTV is a specifically designed black
gaskets are used on the engine. Care must be taken
silicone rubber RTV that retains adhesion and seal-
when applying form-in-place gaskets to assure
ing properties to seal components exposed to auto-
obtaining the desired results. Do not use form-in-
matic transmission fluid, engine coolants, and
place gasket material unless specified. Bead size,
moisture. This material is available in three ounce
continuity, and location are of great importance. Too
tubes and has a shelf life of one year. After one year
thin a bead can result in leakage while too much can
this material will not properly cure. Always inspect
result in spill-over which can break off and obstruct
the package for the expiration date before use.
fluid feed lines. A continuous bead of the proper
MOPARt GASKET MAKER
width is essential to obtain a leak-free gasket.
Mopart Gasket Maker is an anaerobic type gasket
There are numerous types of form-in-place gasket
material. The material cures in the absence of air
materials that are used in the engine area. Mopart
when squeezed between two metallic surfaces. It will
Engine RTV GEN II, Mopart ATF-RTV, and Mopart
not cure if left in the uncovered tube. The anaerobic
Gasket Maker gasket materials, each have different
material is for use between two machined surfaces.
properties and can not be used in place of the other.
Do not use on flexible metal flanges.
MOPARt ENGINE RTV GEN II
MOPARt GASKET SEALANT
Mopart Engine RTV GEN II is used to seal com-
Mopart Gasket Sealant is a slow drying, perma-
ponents exposed to engine oil. This material is a spe-
nently soft sealer. This material is recommended for
cially designed black silicone rubber RTV that
sealing threaded fittings and gaskets against leakage
retains adhesion and sealing properties when
of oil and coolant. Can be used on threaded and
exposed to engine oil. Moisture in the air causes the
machined parts under all temperatures. This mate-
material to cure. This material is available in three
rial is used on engines with multi-layer steel (MLS)
ounce tubes and has a shelf life of one year. After one
cylinder head gaskets. This material also will pre-
year this material will not properly cure. Always
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ENGINE 5.9L DIESEL (Continued)
vent corrosion. Mopart Gasket Sealant is available in When an engine is suspected of hydrostatic lock
a 13 oz. aerosol can or 4oz./16 oz. can w/applicator. (regardless of what caused the problem), follow the
steps below.
FORM-IN-PLACE GASKET AND SEALER (1) Disconnect the negative cable(s) from the bat-
APPLICATION tery.
Assembling parts using a form-in-place gasket (2) Inspect air cleaner, induction system, and
requires care but it’s easier then using precut gas- intake manifold to ensure system is dry and clear of
kets. foreign material.
Mopart Gasket Maker material should be applied (3) Place a shop towel around the fuel injectors to
sparingly 1 mm (0.040 in.) diameter or less of sealant catch any fluid that may possibly be under pressure
to one gasket surface. Be certain the material sur- in the cylinder head. Remove the fuel injectors (Refer
rounds each mounting hole. Excess material can eas- to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL INJECTION/FUEL
ily be wiped off. Components should be torqued in INJECTOR - REMOVAL).
place within 15 minutes. The use of a locating dowel (4) With all injectors removed, rotate the crank-
is recommended during assembly to prevent smear- shaft using a breaker bar and socket.
ing material off the location. (5) Identify the fluid in the cylinders (coolant, fuel,
Mopart Engine RTV GEN II or ATF RTV gasket oil, etc.).
material should be applied in a continuous bead (6) Be sure all fluid has been removed from the
approximately 3 mm (0.120 in.) in diameter. All cylinders.
mounting holes must be circled. For corner sealing, a (7) Repair engine or components as necessary to
3.17 or 6.35 mm (1/8 or 1/4 in.) drop is placed in the prevent this problem from occurring again.
center of the gasket contact area. Uncured sealant (8) Squirt a small amount of engine oil into the
may be removed with a shop towel. Components cylinders to lubricate the walls. This will prevent
should be torqued in place while the sealant is still damage on restart.
wet to the touch (within 10 minutes). The usage of a (9) Install new fuel injectors (Refer to 14 - FUEL
locating dowel is recommended during assembly to SYSTEM/FUEL INJECTION/FUEL INJECTOR -
prevent smearing material off the location. INSTALLATION).
Mopart Gasket Sealant in an aerosol can should be (10) Drain engine oil. Remove and discard the oil
applied using a thin, even coat sprayed completely filter (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/LUBRICATION/OIL FIL-
over both surfaces to be joined, and both sides of a TER - REMOVAL).
gasket. Then proceed with assembly. Material in a (11) Install the drain plug. Tighten the plug to 34
can w/applicator can be brushed on evenly over the N·m (25 ft. lbs.) torque.
sealing surfaces. Material in an aerosol can should be (12) Install a new oil filter (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/
used on engines with multi-layer steel gaskets. LUBRICATION/OIL FILTER - INSTALLATION).
(13) Fill engine crankcase with the specified
STANDARD PROCEDURE—REPAIR DAMAGED amount and grade of oil (Refer to LUBRICATION &
MAINTENANCE/FLUID TYPES - SPECIFICA-
OR WORN THREADS
TIONS).
CAUTION: Be sure that the tapped holes maintain (14) Connect the negative cable(s) to the battery.
the original center line. (15) Start the engine and check for any leaks.
Fig. 5 APPS Connector Fig. 7 Fuel Return and Supply Line Quick-Connect
1 - APPS Locations
2 - TAB 1 - FUEL RETURN LINE
3 - PUSH FOR REMOVAL 2 - QUICK-CONNECT FITTINGS
4 - APPS CONNECTOR 3 - FUEL SUPPLY LINE
BR/BE ENGINE 5.9L DIESEL 9 - 241
ENGINE 5.9L DIESEL (Continued)
(1) Loosen cap from top of vapor canister. (10) Connect the APPS connector (Fig. 5).
(2) Remove nut retaining canister to engine front (11) Install the APPS assembly bracket to the cyl-
cover. inder head bracket.
(3) Slide clamp upwards on hose, then remove (12) Install the throttle linkage cover.
hose from crankcase breather. (13) Connect the power steering pressure and
return lines.
INSTALLATION—ENGINE (14) Connect the passenger battery ground cable to
(1) Install the engine with the cylinder head cover the engine block. Tighten the bolt to 77 N·m (57 ft.
and the #5 and 6 rocker arm assemblies removed. lbs.) torque.
(2) Lower the engine into the compartment and (15) Connect the engine block heater connector.
install the engine mount through bolts and nuts. (16) Connect the a/c compressor electrical connec-
(3) Tighten the mount through bolts and nuts to tors.
88 N·m (65 ft. lbs.) torque. (17) Install the charge air cooler and a/c condenser
(4) Remove the engine lifting device. (if a/c equipped). Install and tighten the charge air
(5) Install the #5 and #6 rocker arms and pedes- cooler mounting bolts to 2 N·m (17 in. lbs.) torque.
tals in their original locations (Fig. 8). Torque the (18) Connect the charge air cooler piping. Torque
mounting bolts to 36 N·m (27 ft. lbs.) torque. all clamps to 8 N·m (72 in. lbs.) torque.
(6) Install the cylinder head cover and gasket (19) Connect the a/c refrigerant lines to the a/c
(Refer to 9 - ENGINE/CYLINDER HEAD - INSTAL- condenser (if equipped).
LATION). (20) Install the front bumper (Refer to 13 -
(7) Connect the fuel supply and return hoses (Fig. FRAMES & BUMPERS/BUMPERS/FRONT
7). BUMPER - INSTALLATION).
(8) Connect the engine harness connector and (21) Install the radiator upper support panel.
ground cable to the PDC. (22) Install the radiator (Refer to 7 - COOLING/
(9) Connect the vacuum pump supply hose. ENGINE/RADIATOR - INSTALLATION).
9 - 242 ENGINE 5.9L DIESEL BR/BE
ENGINE 5.9L DIESEL (Continued)
(23) Connect the transmission quick-connect oil SPECIFICATIONS
cooler lines to the radiator. Push together until an
audible “click” is heard. Verify connection by pulling 5.9L DIESEL
apart.
(24) Raise vehicle.
(25) Connect a/c compressor suction/discharge hose DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION
(if a/c equipped). Engine Type In-Line 6 Cyl. Turbo
(26) Install the radiator lower hose and clamps. Diesel
(27) Install the starter motor (Refer to 8 - ELEC-
Bore and Stroke 102.0 X 120.0 mm
TRICAL/STARTING/STARTER MOTOR - INSTAL-
LATION). (4.02 X 4.72 in.)
(28) Install the transmission and transfer case (if Displacement 5.9L (359 cu. in.)
equipped). Compression Ratio
(29) Connect the exhaust pipe to the turbocharger
elbow (Fig. 3). Torque the bolts to 34 N·m (25 ft. lbs.) 245 H.P. Version 17.0:1
torque. 235 H.P. Version 16.3:1
(30) Connect the transmission auxiliary oil cooler Horsepower (A/T and 5 235 @ 2700 rpm
lines (if equipped). Speed M/T)
(31) Lower the vehicle
(32) Connect the heater core supply and return Horsepower (6 Speed M/T 245 @ 2700 rpm
hoses. Only)
(33) Install the cooling fan and shroud at the same Torque Rating (A/T and 5 460 ft. lbs. @ 1600 rpm
time (Refer to 7 - COOLING/ENGINE/RADIATOR Speed M/T)
FAN - INSTALLATION). Torque Rating (6 Speed 505 ft. lbs. @ 1600 rpm
(34) Install the coolant recovery bottle to the fan M/T Only)
shroud (Fig. 2) and connect the hose to the radiator
Firing Order 1-5-3-6-2-4
filler neck.
(35) Install the windshield washer bottle to the fan Lubrication System Pressure Feed-Full Flow
shroud and connect the pump supply hose and elec- With Bypass Valve
trical connections. Cylinder Block Cast Iron
(36) Install the radiator upper hose and clamps.
Crankshaft Induction Hardened
(37) Change oil filter and install new engine oil.
Forged Steel
(38) Fill cooling system with coolant (Refer to 7 -
COOLING - STANDARD PROCEDURE). Cylinder Head Cast Iron With Valve
(39) Connect battery negative cables. Seat Inserts
(40) Perform the fuel line air bleed procedure Combustion Chambers High Swirl Bowl
(Refer to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL DELIVERY - Camshaft Chilled Ductile Iron
STANDARD PROCEDURE).
Pistons Cast Aluminum
(41) Start engine and inspect for engine oil, cool-
ant, and fuel leaks. Connecting Rods Cross Rolled Micro Alloy
PISTONS AND CONNECTING RODS
INSTALLATION—CRANKCASE BREATHER
Piston
VAPOR CANISTER
(1) Position vapor canister with strap over stud on Skirt Diameter 101.864 – 101.88 mm
engine front cover. Install retaining nut. Tighten nut (4.0104 – 4.011 in.)
10 N·m ( 89 in. lbs.). Ring Groove Clearance
(2) If removed, position hose onto crankcase
breather, then position clamp. Intermediate (Max.) 0.095 mm (0.0037 in.)
(3) Position lower portion of hose into vapor canis- Oil Control (Max.) 0.085 mm (0.0033 in.)
ter, then install and tighten cap. Piston Pins
Pin Diameter (Min.) 39.990 mm (1.5744 in.)
Bore Diameter (Max.) 40.025 mm (1.5758 in.)
Piston Ring End Gap
Top Ring 0.35 – 0.45 mm
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ENGINE 5.9L DIESEL (Continued)
CLEANING—CROSSHEADS
Clean all crossheads in a suitable solvent. If neces-
sary, use a wire brush or wheel to remove stubborn
deposits. Rinse in hot water and blow dry with com-
pressed air.
INSPECTION—CYLINDER HEAD
Inspect the cylinder head for cracks in the combus-
tion surface. Pressure test any cylinder head that is
visibly cracked. A cylinder head that is cracked
between the injector bore and valve seat can be pres-
sure tested and reused if OK; however, if the crack
extends into the valve seat, the valve seat must be
replaced.
Visually inspect the cylinder block and head com-
bustion surfaces for localized dips or imperfections.
Check the cylinder head and block combustion sur-
faces for overall out-of-flatness. If either the visual or
manual inspection exceeds the limits, then the head
or block must be surfaced.
Check the top surface for damage caused by the
cylinder head gasket leaking between cylinders. Fig. 26 Head Bolt Stretch Gauge
Inspect the block and head surface for nicks, ero-
sion, etc. INSPECTION—CROSSHEADS
Check the head distortion (Fig. 25). The distortion Inspect the crossheads for cracks and/or excessive
of the combustion deck face is not to exceed 0.010 wear on rocker lever and valve tip mating surfaces
mm (0.0004 inch) in any 50.8 mm (2.00 inch) diame- (Fig. 27). Replace any crossheads that exhibit abnor-
ter. Overall variation end to end or side to side 0.30 mal wear or cracks.
mm (0.012 inch).
DO NOT proceed with the in-chassis overhaul if
the cylinder head or block surface is damaged or not
flat (within specifications).
CYLINDER HEAD COVER(S) (2) Place two bolts and isolators into the rear two
mounting holes and install the cover.
(3) Install the remaining bolts and isolators. Start-
REMOVAL
ing with the center bolt, torque in a circular pattern
(1) Disconnect both battery negative cables.
to 24 N·m (18 ft. lbs.).
(2) Loosen the five (5) cylinder head cover bolts
(4) Connect both battery negative cables.
(Fig. 34). Remove the front three bolts and leave the
rear two bolts in the cover.
(3) Lift cover off of cylinder head. INTAKE/EXHAUST VALVES &
SEATS
DESCRIPTION
The valves are made of heat resistant steel, and
have chrome plated stems to prevent scuffing. The
intake and exhaust valves are both similar in head
diameter and overall length, but they have unique
face angles which makes them non-interchangeable.
The valves are distinguished by unique dimples on
the exhaust valve head (Fig. 35).
The exhaust valve springs are made from high
strength, chrome silicon steel. The exhaust valve
springs are also exhaust brake compatible.
INSPECTION
Visually inspect the valves for abnormal wear on
the heads, stems, and tips. Replace any valve that is
worn out or bent (Fig. 40).
MAX INCLINATION
(3) Install the valve springs and retainer.
1.5 mm (.059 in.) (4) Install the valve spring compressor tool 8319–A
as shown in (Fig. 37) and (Fig. 38).
(5) Compress the valve springs and install the
valve retaining locks (Fig. 39).
(6) Remove the compressor and repeat the proce-
dure on the remaining cylinders.
(7) Install the injector clamp and hold down bolts
and tighten to 10 N·m (89 in. lbs.) torque.
(8) Install the cylinder head (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/
CYLINDER HEAD - INSTALLATION).
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect the battery negative cables.
(2) Remove the cylinder head cover (Fig. 52) (Refer
to 9 - ENGINE/CYLINDER HEAD/CYLINDER
HEAD COVER(S) - REMOVAL).
(3) Remove the rocker arms and crossheads (Fig.
53) from the cylinder(s) to be serviced. Mark each
component so they can be installed in their original
position.
Fig. 49 Fuel Pump Gear Timing Mark Orientation (4) Remove the crankcase breather vapor canister
1 - MEASURE/ADJUST INTAKE 1, 2, 4 EXHAUST 1, 3, 5
and breather housing (Fig. 55).
2 - MEASURE/ADJUST INTAKE 3, 5, 6 EXHAUST 2, 4, 6 (5) Using the crankshaft barring tool #7471–B
(Fig. 51), rotate the engine to line up the mark on
the pump gear with the TDC mark on the cover. At
this engine position, cylinders #1 and #6 can be
serviced.
(6) Remove the accessory drive belt (Refer to 7 -
COOLING/ACCESSORY DRIVE/DRIVE BELTS -
REMOVAL).
(7) With the fuel injection pump gear mark aligned
at TDC, add a paint mark anywhere on the gear
housing cover next to the crankshaft damper. Place
another mark on the vibration damper in alignment
with the mark you just made on the cover.
(8) Divide the crankshaft damper into three
equally sized segments as follows:
(a) Using a tape measure, measure the circum-
ference of the crankshaft damper and divide the
measurement by three (3).
Fig. 50 Measuring Valve Lash (b) Measure that distance in a counter-clockwise
direction from the first balancer mark and place
1 - INTAKE
2 - FEELER GAUGE
another mark on the balancer.
3 - EXHAUST (c) From the second damper mark, again mea-
sure in a counter-clockwise direction and place a
mark on the damper at the same distance you
(6) If adjustment/resetting is required, loosen the measured when placing the second damper mark.
lock nut on rocker arms and turn the adjusting screw
until the desired lash is obtained:
• INTAKE 0.254 mm (0.010 in.)
• EXHAUST 0.508 mm (0.020 in.)Tighten the lock
nut and re-check the valve lash.
(7) Using the crankshaft barring tool, rotate the
crankshaft one revolution (360°) to align the pump
gear mark to the 6 o’clock position in relation to the
TDC mark on the gear housing cover (Fig. 49).
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INTAKE/EXHAUST VALVES & SEATS (Continued)
The damper should now be marked in three equally (13) Repeat the spring compressing procedure pre-
spaced locations and the fuel pump gear mark should viously performed and service the retainers, springs,
still be aligned with the TDC mark on the cover. and seals as necessary.
INSPECTION
Fig. 60 Rocker Arms and Pedestals—Removal/ Rocker Arms
Installation (1) Remove rocker shaft and inspect for cracks and
1 - ROCKER ARM excessive wear in the bore or shaft. Remove socket
2 - PEDESTAL and inspect ball insert and socket for signs of wear.
Replace retainer if necessary.
Measure the rocker arm bore and shaft (Fig. 63)
(Fig. 64).
CLEANING
Clean all components in a suitable solvent. If nec-
essary, use a wire brush or wheel to remove stubborn
deposits. Rinse in hot water and blow dry with com-
pressed air. Inspect oil passages in rocker arms and
pedestals. Apply compressed air to lubrication orifices
to purge contaminants.
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ROCKER ARM / ADJUSTER ASSY (Continued)
Push Rods
Inspect the push rod ball and socket for signs of
scoring. Check for cracks where the ball and the
socket are pressed into the tube (Fig. 65).
Roll the push rod on a flat work surface with the
socket end hanging off the edge (Fig. 66). Replace
any push rod that appears to be bent.
DIMENSION (A(
ITEM MEASUREMENT
SLEEVE PROTRUSION MIN. - FLUSH WITH
BLOCK
MAX. - 0.050 mm
(0.0019 in.)
SLEEVE DIAMETER 101.956 mm (4.014 in.) Fig. 78 Oil Hole Alignment
1 - CAMSHAFT BUSHING
SLEEVE CHAMFER APPROX. 1.25 mm
(0.049 in.) by 15°
REMOVAL—CAMSHAFT
(1) Disconnect both battery negative cables.
Fig. 80 Cylinder Bore Diameter (2) Recover A/C refrigerant (if A/C equipped) (Refer
to 24 - HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING/PLUMB-
Inspect the tappet bores for scoring or excessive
ING - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
wear 16.000 mm min - 16.055 mm max ( .63 in. min
(3) Raise vehicle on hoist.
- .6321 in. max ) (Fig. 81). If out of limits, replace the
(4) Drain engine coolant into container suitable for
cylinder block.
re-use (Refer to 7 - COOLING - STANDARD PROCE-
DURE).
(5) Lower vehicle.
(6) Remove radiator upper hose.
(7) Remove viscous fan/drive assembly and fan
shroud (Refer to 7 - COOLING/ENGINE/RADIATOR
FAN - REMOVAL).
(8) Disconnect the coolant recovery bottle hose
from the radiator filler neck.
(9) Disconnect lower radiator hose from radiator
outlet.
(10) Automatic Transmission models: Discon-
nect transmission oil cooler lines from radiator using
Special Tool 6931 (unless equipped with finger-re-
lease disconnect).
(11) Remove radiator mounting screws and lift
Fig. 81 Tappet Bore Diameter radiator out of engine compartment.
(12) Remove upper radiator support panel.
(13) Remove front bumper assembly (Refer to 13 -
FRAMES & BUMPERS/BUMPERS/FRONT
BUMPER - REMOVAL).
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CAMSHAFT & BEARINGS (IN BLOCK) (Continued)
(14) If A/C equipped, disconnect A/C condenser
refrigerant lines.
(15) Disconnect charge air cooler piping from the
cooler inlet and outlet.
(16) Remove the two charge air cooler mounting
bolts.
(17) Remove charge air cooler (and A/C condenser
if equipped) from vehicle.
(18) Remove accessory drive belt (Refer to 7 -
COOLING/ACCESSORY DRIVE/DRIVE BELTS -
REMOVAL).
(19) Remove the fan support/hub assembly (Fig.
82).
(20) Remove crankshaft damper (Fig. 83) (Refer to
9 - ENGINE/ENGINE BLOCK/VIBRATION
DAMPER - REMOVAL). Fig. 83 Crankshaft Damper Removal/Installation
(21) Remove the crankcase breather vapor canister
1 - DAMPER
from the gear housing cover (Fig. 84). 2 - BOLT
CAUTION: When removing the camshaft and thrust Fig. 90 Thrust Plate Bolt Location
plate, grab the thrust plate to prevent it from falling
1 - CAMSHAFT GEAR
into the crankcase.
2 - THRUST PLATE
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CAMSHAFT & BEARINGS (IN BLOCK) (Continued)
(29) Remove the camshaft (Fig. 91) and thrust plate. CAUTION: If Camshaft lobes are worn, requiring
camshaft replacement, it is necessary to replace the
tappets also. (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/ENGINE BLOCK/
SOLID LIFTERS - REMOVAL).
Camshaft Bushing/Bores
Camshaft bores No. 2–7 do not use a bushing.
(1) Inspect the camshaft bushing and bores for
signs of excessive wear.
(2) Measure the camshaft bushing and bores (Fig.
93) with a telescoping bore gauge and micrometer. If
out of specification, (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/ENGINE
BLOCK/CAMSHAFT & BEARINGS (IN BLOCK) -
REMOVAL).
(3) Inspect the camshaft bushing oil hole for align-
ment with cylinder block (Fig. 94).
INSPECTION
Camshaft
(1) Inspect the valve lobes and bearing journals for
cracks, pitting, scoring, or generally excessive wear.
Replace any camshaft that exceeds the allowable limits.
(2) Measure the bearing journals and lobes (Fig. 92).
Fig. 92 Measuring
1 - VALVE LOBE
2 - CAMSHAFT JOURNAL
JOURNAL DIAMETER #1 54.028 mm (2.1270 in.) MIN.
JOURNAL DIAMETER #2 - 7 53.987 mm (2.1245 in.) MIN.
LOBE HEIGHT INTAKE 47.173 mm (1.857 in.) MIN.
LOBE HEIGHT EXHAUST 45.636 mm (1.796 in.) MIN.
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CAMSHAFT & BEARINGS (IN BLOCK) (Continued)
Camshaft Gear INSTALLATION—CAMSHAFT BEARINGS
Inspect the camshaft gear for cracks (gear and (1) Apply a coating of Loctitet 640 Adhesive to the
hub) (Fig. 95), and chipped/broken/fretted teeth (Fig. backside of the new bushing. Avoid getting adhesive
96). If replacement is necessary, (Refer to 9 - in the oil hole.
ENGINE/ENGINE BLOCK/CAMSHAFT & BEAR- (2) Use a universal cam bushing installation tool
INGS (IN BLOCK) - REMOVAL). and install the bushing so that it is even with the
front face of the cylinder block. The oil hole must be
aligned. A 3.2 mm (0.128 inch) diameter rod must be
able to pass through the hole (Fig. 97).
(3) Measure the installed bushing. The limit of the
inside diameter is 54.133 mm (2.1312 inch).
INSTALLATION—CAMSHAFT
(1) Lubricate the camshaft bushing and bores with
fresh engine oil or suitable equivalent.
(2) Liberally coat the camshaft lobes, journals, and
thrust washer with fresh engine oil or suitable equiv-
alent.
DESCRIPTION MEASUREMENT
CRANKSHAFT ROD MINIMUM 68.962 mm (2.715 in.)
JOURNAL DIAMETER MAXIMUM 69.013 mm (2.717 in.) Fig. 100 Crankshaft
OUT-OF-ROUND MAXIMUM 0.050 mm (0.002 in.)
TAPER MAXIMUM 0.013 mm (0.0005 in.)
BEARING CLEARANCE MAXIMUM 0.089 mm (0.0035 in.)
CRANKSHAFT
DESCRIPTION
The crankshaft (Fig. 100) is a forged steel, inte-
grally balanced unit. It is supported by seven main
bearings, with position number six designated as the
thrust journal. The crankshaft is held in place by Fig. 101 Crankshaft Main Bearing Bore Diameter
main caps and 12 mm capscrews. The crankshaft 1 - MAIN BEARING CAPS
also has internal cross drillings to supply the con-
necting rods with engine oil. MAIN BEARING BORE DIAMETER CHART
ITEM SPECIFICATION
MINIMUM DIAMETER 82.962 mm (3.2662 in.)
MAXIMUM DIAMETER 83.013 mm (3.2682 in.)
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect both battery negative cables.
(2) Raise vehicle on hoist.
(3) Partially drain engine coolant into container
suitable for re-use (Refer to 7 - COOLING - STAN-
DARD PROCEDURE).
(4) Lower vehicle.
(5) Remove radiator upper hose.
(6) Disconnect coolant recovery bottle from radia-
tor filler neck and lift bottle off of fan shroud.
(7) Disconnect windshield washer pump supply
hose and electrical connections and lift washer bottle
off of fan shroud.
(8) Remove the fan shroud-to-radiator mounting
bolts.
(9) Remove viscous fan/drive assembly. The fan
drive nut has left handed threads. (Refer to 7 - Fig. 104 Crankshaft Damper—Removal/Installation
COOLING/ENGINE/RADIATOR FAN - REMOVAL). 1 - DAMPER
(10) Remove cooling fan shroud and fan assembly 2 - BOLT
from the vehicle.
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CRANKSHAFT OIL SEAL - FRONT (Continued)
CRANKSHAFT OIL SEAL - shaft wear sleeve that is available in the aftermar-
ket.
REAR (3) Install the seal pilot, provided in the replace-
ment kit, onto the crankshaft.
REMOVAL (4) Using the provided alignment/installation tool,
(1) Disconnect the battery negative cables. start the seal over the pilot and into the retainer by
(2) Remove the transmission and transfer case (if hand.
equipped). (5) Using a ball peen hammer, strike the tool at
(3) Remove the clutch cover and disc (if manual the 12, 3, 6, and 9 o’clock positions until the align-
transmission equipped) (Refer to 6 - CLUTCH/ ment tool bottoms out on the retainer (Fig. 109).
CLUTCH DISC - REMOVAL). (6) Remove the seal pilot.
(4) Remove the flywheel or converter drive plate.
(5) Drill holes 180° apart into the seal. Be careful
not to contact the drill against the crankshaft.
(6) Install #10 sheet metal screws in the drilled
holes and remove the rear seal with a slide hammer
(Fig. 108).
(1) Clean the crankshaft journal with a suitable CRANKSHAFT REAR OIL SEAL
solvent and dry with a clean shop towel or com-
pressed air. Wipe the inside bore of the crankshaft
RETAINER
seal retainer with a clean shop towel.
(2) Inspect the crankshaft journal for gouges, REMOVAL
nicks, or other imperfections. If the seal groove in the (1) Disconnect the battery negative cables.
crankshaft is excessively deep, install the new seal (2) Raise vehicle on hoist.
1/8” deeper into the retainer bore, or obtain a crank-
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CRANKSHAFT REAR OIL SEAL RETAINER (Continued)
(3) Remove the oil pan drain plug and drain the
engine oil. Re-install plug and torque to 60 N·m (44
ft. lbs.) torque.
(4) Remove transmission and transfer case (if
equipped) from vehicle.
(5) Remove flywheel or torque converter drive
plate.
(6) Disconnect starter cables from starter motor.
(7) Remove starter motor (Refer to 8 - ELECTRI-
CAL/STARTING/STARTER MOTOR - REMOVAL)
and transmission adapter plate assembly.
(8) Disconnect cables from starter motor.
(9) Remove the eight flywheel housing to block
bolts and remove housing and starter motor as an
assembly.
(10) Remove oil pan bolts, break the pan to block
seal, and lower pan slightly and remove oil suction
Fig. 111 Crankshaft Rear Seal Retainer and Gasket
tube fasteners.
(11) Remove oil pan and suction tube (Fig. 110) 1 - RETAINER
2 - GASKET
(Refer to 9 - ENGINE/LUBRICATION/OIL PAN -
3 - BOLT
REMOVAL).
INSTALLATION
(1) If using the old seal retainer, it is recom-
mended that the crankshaft seal is replaced. Support
the seal retainer and drive out the old seal.
(2) Using the retainer alignment/seal installation
tool provided in the seal service kit, install the align-
ment tool into the retainer and install to the cylinder
block (Fig. 112), using a new gasket. Tighten the six
(6) mounting bolts by hand.
SOLID LIFTERS/TAPPETS
REMOVAL
NOTE: This procedure requires use of Miller Tool
8502 Tappet Replacement Kit, or Cummins Tool Kit
#3822513.
INSTALLATION
(1) Insert the trough the full length of the cam-
shaft bore (Fig. 115). Again, make sure the cap end
goes in first and the open side faces up (towards tap-
pets).
(2) Lower the tappet installation tool through the
Fig. 116 Secure Dowel/Tappet to Adjacent Cylinder push rod hole (Fig. 119) and into the trough.
Fig. 117 Lift Dowel Rod to Disengage from Tappet Fig. 119 Insert Installation Tool through Push Rod
Hole
CLEANING
(3) Retrieve the tappet installation tool using the
Clean tappet with a suitable solvent. Rinse in hot
hooked rod provided with the tool kit (Fig. 120).
water and blow dry with a clean shop rag or com-
(4) Lubricate the tappet with clean engine oil or
pressed air.
suitable equivalent and install the tappet to the
installation tool (Fig. 121).
INSPECTION
(5) Pull the tappet up and into position (Fig. 121).
(1) Visually inspect the tappet the tappet socket,
If difficulty is experienced getting the tappet to make
stem, and face for excessive wear, cracks, or obvious
the turn into the tappet bore, wiggle the trough
damage (Fig. 118).
while gently pulling up on the tappet.
(2) Measure the tappet stem diameter. Replace the
(6) With the tappet in place, rotate the trough one
tappet if it falls below the minimum size (Fig. 118).
half turn so the open side is down (toward crank-
shaft) (Fig. 122).
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SOLID LIFTERS/TAPPETS (Continued)
(7) Remove the tappet installation tool from the
tappet.
(8) Re-install a dowel rod and secure the rod with
a rubber band.
(9) Rotate the trough one half turn and repeat the
procedure for the remaining tappets.
(10) Install the camshaft (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/
ENGINE BLOCK/CAMSHAFT & BEARINGS (IN
BLOCK) - INSTALLATION).
Fig. 125 Connecting Rod Fig. 126 Piston Grading Number Location
• If a new cylinder block and/or crankshaft is used, NOTE: NEVER INTERMIX PISTONS FROM ONE
the piston grading procedure MUST be performed to ENGINE APPLICATION TO ANOTHER ENGINE
determine the proper piston grade for each cylinder. APPLICATION. SEVER DRIVEABILITY CONCERNS
(1) Install any of the original connecting rod and MAY RESULT.
piston assemblies into the No.1 cylinder. DO NOT
install the piston rings.
(2) Install the upper bearing shell in the connect-
ing rod with the tang of the bearing in the slot of the
connecting rod. The connecting rod bearing shell
must be installed in the original connecting rod and
cap. Use clean lubricating oil to coat the inside diam-
eter of the connecting rod bearing shell.
(3) Install the bearing shell in the connecting rod
cap with the tang of the bearing in the slot to the
cap. Use clean lubricating oil to coat the inside diam-
eter of the bearing shell.
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PISTON & CONNECTING ROD (Continued)
PISTON PROTRUSION CHART
245 HP 235 HP
0.609-0.711 mm
6050 6153 A
(0.024-0.028 in.)
0.508-0.609mm
6050 6153 B
(0.020-0.024 in.)
0.406-0.508 mm
6050 6153 C
(0.016-0.020 in.)
0.711-0.813 mm
6051 6154 A
(0.028-0.032 in.)
0.609-0.711 mm
6051 6154 B
(0.024-0.028 in.)
0.508-0.609 mm
6051 6154 C
(0.020-0.024 in.)
0.813-0.914 mm
6052 6155 A
(0.032-0.036 in.)
0.711-0.813 mm
6052 6155 B
(0.028-0.032 in.)
0.609-0.711 mm
6052 6155 C
(0.024-0.028 in.)
235 HP 245 HP
51.554-51.607 mm
6153 6050 A
(2.029-2.031 in.)
51.654-51.707 mm
6154 6051 B
(2.033-2.035 in.)
51.754-51.807 mm
6155 6052 C
(2.037-2.039 in.)
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PISTON & CONNECTING ROD (Continued)
(7) Mark the connecting rod and cap with the cor-
responding cylinder numbers.
(8) Remove the connecting rod bolts and rod caps.
Use care so the cylinder bores and connecting rods
are not damaged.
(9) Use a hammer handle or similar object to push
the piston and connecting rod through the cylinder
bore.
(10) Store the piston/rod assemblies in a rack.
(11) If a piston must be replaced, replace with the
same part number (grading) that was removed.
CLEANING
CAUTION: DO NOT use bead blast to clean the pis-
Fig. 127 Piston Grading Measurement tons. DO NOT clean the pistons and rods in an acid
tank.
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect the battery cables. Clean the pistons and pins in a suitable solvent,
(2) Remove the cylinder head (Refer to 9 - rinse in hot water and blow dry with compressed air.
ENGINE/CYLINDER HEAD - REMOVAL). Soaking the pistons over night will loosen most of the
(3) Remove the oil pan and suction tube (Refer to 9 carbon build up. De-carbon the ring grooves with a
- ENGINE/LUBRICATION/OIL PAN - REMOVAL). broken piston ring and again clean the pistons in sol-
(4) Using Miller Tool 7471-B crankshaft barring vent. Rinse in hot water and blow dry with com-
tool, rotate the crankshaft so all of the pistons are pressed air.
below TDC.
(5) Before removing the piston(s) from the bore(s): INSPECTION
(a) Remove any carbon ridge formations or Inspect the pistons for damage and excessive wear.
deposits at the top of the bore with a dull scraper Check top of the piston, ring grooves, skirt and pin
or soft wire brush. bore. Measure the piston skirt diameter (Fig. 128). If
(b) If cylinder bore wear ridges are found, use a the piston is out of limits, replace the piston.
ridge reamer to cut the ridge from the bore. DO The upper groove only needs to be inspected for
NOT remove more metal than necessary to remove damage. Use a new piston ring to measure the clear-
the ridge. ance in the intermediate ring groove (Fig. 129). If the
clearance of the intermediate ring exceeds 0.095 mm
NOTE: If cylinders have ridges, the cylinders are
(0.0038 inch), replace the piston.
oversize and will more than likely need boring.
Use a new oil ring to measure the clearance in the
(6) Using a hammer and steel stamp, identify the oil groove (Fig. 129). If the clearance exceeds 0.085
front of the piston by stamping the cylinder number mm (0.0034 inch), replace the piston.
in each piston to be removed at the top of the piston Measure the pin bore (Fig. 130). The maximum
toward the front of the engine. DO NOT stamp in the diameter is 40.012 mm (1.5753 inch). If the bore is
outside 5 mm (.197 in.) of the piston diameter. over limits, replace the piston.
Inspect the piston pin for nicks, gouges and exces-
sive wear. Measure the pin diameter (Fig. 131). The
minimum diameter is 39.990 mm (1.5744 inch). If the
diameter is out of limits, replace the pin.
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PISTON & CONNECTING ROD (Continued)
Connecting Rods
CLEANING
Clean the connecting rods in a suitable solvent,
rinse in hot water and blow dry with compressed air.
INSPECTION
VIBRATION DAMPER
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the accessory drive belt (Refer to 7 -
COOLING/ACCESSORY DRIVE/DRIVE BELTS - Fig. 143 Inspect Index Lines for Alignment
REMOVAL).
1 - INDEX LINES
(2) Remove the four (4) damper to crankshaft bolts 2 - HUB
and remove damper (Fig. 142). 3 - INERTIA MEMBER
LUBRICATION The oil filter head then divides the oil between the
engine and the turbocharger. The turbocharger
receives filtered, cooled and pressurized oil through a
DESCRIPTION
supply line from the filter head. The oil lubricates
NOTE: Refer to (Fig. 148) and (Fig. 149) for circuit the turbocharger and returns to the pan by way of a
illustrations. drain tube connecting the bottom of the turbocharger
to a pressed in tube in the cylinder block.
A gear driven gerotor type oil pump is mounted Oil is then carried across the block to an angle
behind the front gear cover in the lower right portion drilling which intersects the main oil rifle. The main
on the engine. oil rifle runs the length of the block and delivers oil
to the crankshaft main journals and valve train. Oil
OPERATION travels to the crankshaft through a series of transfer
A gerotor style oil pump draws oil from the crank- drillings (one for each main bearing) and lubricates a
case through the suction tube and delivers it through groove in the main bearing upper shell. From there
the block where it enters the oil cooler cover and another drilling feeds the camshaft main journals.
pressure regulator valve. When oil pressure exceeds The piston cooling nozzles are also supplied by the
449 kPa (65 PSI), the valve opens exposing the dump main bearing upper shell. Crankshaft internal cross-
port, which routes excess oil back to the oil sump. drillings supply oil to the connecting rod journals.
At the same time, oil is directed to a cast in pas- Another series of transfer drillings intersecting the
sage in the oil cooler cover, leading to the oil cooler main oil rifle supply the valve train components. Oil
element. As the oil travels through the element travels up the drilling, through a hole in the head
plates, it is cooled by engine coolant traveling past gasket, and through a drilling in the cylinder head
the outside of the plates. It is then routed to the oil (one per cylinder), where it enters the rocker arm
filter head and through a full flow oil filter. If a pedestal and is divided between the intake and
plugged filter is encountered, the filter by-pass valve exhaust rocker arm. Oil travels up and around the
opens, allowing unfiltered oil to lubricate the engine. rocker arm mounting bolt, and lubricates the rocker
This condition can be avoided by frequent oil and fil- shaft by cross drillings that intersect the mounting
ter changes, per the maintenance schedules found in bolt hole. Grooves at both ends of the rocker shaft
the owners manual. The by-pass valve is calibrated supply oil through the rocker arm where the oil trav-
to open when it sees a pressure drop of more than els to the push rod and socket balls (Fig. 148) and
344 kPa (50 psi) across the oil filter. (Fig. 149).
BR/BE ENGINE 5.9L DIESEL 9 - 293
LUBRICATION (Continued)
OIL FILTER
REMOVAL
(1) Clean the area around the oil filter head.
Remove the filter using a 90-95 mm filter wrench.
(2) Clean the gasket surface of the filter head. The
filter canister O-Ring seal can stick on the filter
head. Make sure it is removed.
INSTALLATION
(1) Fill the oil filter element with clean oil before
installation. Use the same type oil that will be used Fig. 151 Oil Pan, Suction Tube and Gasket
in the engine. 1 - GASKET
(2) Apply a light film of lubricating oil to the seal- 2 - SUCTION TUBE
ing surface before installing the filter. 3 - OIL PAN
BR/BE ENGINE 5.9L DIESEL 9 - 297
OIL PAN (Continued)
CLEANING
Remove all gasket material from the oil pan and
cylinder block sealing surfaces. Extra effort may be
required around T-joint areas. Clean oil pan and
flush suction tube with a suitable solvent.
INSPECTION
Inspect the oil pan, suction tube, and tube braces
for cracks and damage. Replace any defective compo-
nent. Inspect the oil drain plug and drain hole
threads. Inspect the oil pan sealing surface for
straightness. Repair any minor imperfections with a
ball-peen hammer. Do not attempt to repair an oil
pan by welding.
INSTALLATION
(1) Fill the T-joint between the pan rail/gear hous- Fig. 152 Oil Pressure Regulator
ing and pan rail/rear seal retainer with sealant. Use 1 - OIL FILTER
Mopart Silicone Rubber Adhesive Sealant or equiva- 2 - PLUG
lent. 3 - GASKET
(2) Place suction tube in oil pan and guide them 4 - SPRING
5 - VALVE
into place (Fig. 151). Using a new tube to oil pump
gasket, install and tighten the suction tube bolts by
hand. Starting with the oil pump inlet bolts, tighten CLEANING
the bolts to 24 N·m (18 ft. lbs.) torque. Tighten the (1) Clean the regulator spring and plunger with a
remaining tube brace bolts to 24 N·m (18 ft. lbs.) suitable solvent and blow dry with compressed air. If
torque. the plunger bore requires cleaning, it is necessary to
(3) Starting in the center and working outward, remove the oil filter head to avoid getting debris into
tighten the oil pan bolts to 24 N·m (18 ft. lbs.) the engine.
torque.
(4) Install the flywheel housing assembly with the INSPECTION
starter motor attached and tighten bolts to 60 N·m
Inspect the plunger and plunger bore for cracks
(44 ft. lbs.) torque.
and excessive wear. Polished surfaces are acceptable.
(5) Connect starter motor cables.
Verify that the plunger moves freely in the bore.
(6) Install transmission and transfer case (if
Check the spring for height and load limitations
equipped).
(Fig. 153). Replace the spring if out of limits shown
(7) Lower vehicle.
in the figure.
(8) Install battery negative cables.
(9) Fill the crankcase with new engine oil.
(10) Start engine and check for leaks. Stop engine,
check oil level, and adjust, if necessary.
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect the battery negative cables.
(2) Disconnect the oil pressure sensor connector
(Fig. 155).
(3) Using a suitable socket, remove the oil pres-
sure sensor from the block (counter-clockwise).
OPERATION
Operation of the oil pressure sensor on the
diesel engine is controlled by the Engine Con-
trol Module (ECM). The Powertrain Control
Module (PCM) does not have any control over Fig. 155 Oil Pressure Sensor Location
the sensor. 1 - ENGINE OIL PRESSURE SENSOR
2 - ELECTRIAL CONNECTOR
3 - ECM
BR/BE ENGINE 5.9L DIESEL 9 - 299
OIL PRESSURE SENSOR/SWITCH (Continued)
INSTALLATION
(1) If the sensor is not being replaced, inspect the
o-ring (Fig. 156) and replace if necessary.
(2) Install the oil pressure sensor and tighten to 16
N·m (144 in. lbs.) torque.
(3) Connect the battery negative cables.
(4) Start engine and check for oil leaks at the sen-
sor.
OIL PUMP
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect the battery negative cables. Fig. 158 Gear Housing and Cover
(2) Remove fan/drive assembly (Refer to 7 - COOL- 1 - GEAR HOUSING
ING/ENGINE/RADIATOR FAN - REMOVAL). 2 - GEAR HOUSING COVER
(3) Remove the accessory drive belt (Refer to 7 -
COOLING/ACCESSORY DRIVE/DRIVE BELTS -
REMOVAL). INSPECTION
(4) Remove the fan support/hub assembly. Disassemble and inspect the oil pump as fol-
(5) Remove crankshaft damper (Fig. 157) (Refer to lows:
9 - ENGINE/ENGINE BLOCK/VIBRATION (1) Visually inspect the lube pump gears for chips,
DAMPER - REMOVAL). cracks or excessive wear.
(6) Remove the gear housing cover (Fig. 158) (2) Remove the back plate (Fig. 160).
(Refer to 9 - ENGINE/VALVE TIMING/GEAR HOUS- (3) Mark TOP on the gerotor planetary using a felt
ING COVER - REMOVAL). tip pen (Fig. 160).
(7) Remove the four mounting bolts and pull the (4) Remove the gerotor planetary (Fig. 160).
pump from the bore in the cylinder block (Fig. 159). Inspect for excessive wear or damage. Inspect the
pump housing and gerotor drive for damaged and
CLEANING excessive wear.
Clean all parts in solvent and dry with compressed (5) Install the gerotor planetary in the original
air. Clean the old sealer residue from the back of the position. The chamfer must be on the O.D. and down.
gear housing cover and front of the gear housing.
9 - 300 ENGINE 5.9L DIESEL BR/BE
OIL PUMP (Continued)
INSTALLATION
(1) Lubricate the pump with clean engine oil. Fill-
ing the pump with clean engine oil during installa-
tion will help to prime the pump at engine start up.
(2) Verify the idler gear pin is installed in the
locating bore in the cylinder block.
(3) Install the pump (Fig. 159). Tighten the oil
pump mounting bolts in two steps, in the sequence
shown in (Fig. 165). Fig. 162 Measuring Gerotor to Port Plate Clearance
• Step 1—Tighten to 5 N·m (44 in. lbs.) torque. 1 - PORT PLATE
• Step 2—Tighten to 24 N·m (18 ft. lbs.) torque. 2 - GEROTOR
(4) The back plate on the pump seats against the
bottom of the bore in the cylinder block. When the mm (0.0296-0.0335 inch). If the backlash is out of
pump is correctly installed, the flange on the pump limits, replace the oil pump.
will not touch the cylinder block. (6) If the adjoining gear moves when you measure
(5) Measure the idler gear to pump drive gear the backlash, the reading will be incorrect.
backlash and the idler gear to crankshaft gear back-
lash (Fig. 166). The backlash should be 0.75- 0.85
BR/BE ENGINE 5.9L DIESEL 9 - 301
OIL PUMP (Continued)
Fig. 163 Measuring Gerotor Planetary to Body Bore Fig. 166 Idler Gear to Pump Drive Gear and
Clearance Crankshaft Gear Backlash
1 - BODY BORE (8) Install the gear housing cover (Refer to 9 -
2 - GEROTOR PLANETARY ENGINE/VALVE TIMING/GEAR HOUSING COVER
- INSTALLATION).
(9) Install the vibration damper (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/ENGINE BLOCK/VIBRATION DAMPER -
INSTALLATION).
(10) Install the fan support/hub assembly and
torque bolts to 24 N·m (18 ft. lbs.).
(11) Install the accessory drive belt (Refer to 7 -
COOLING/ACCESSORY DRIVE/DRIVE BELTS -
INSTALLATION).
(12) Install the cooling fan (Refer to 7 - COOLING/
ENGINE/RADIATOR FAN - INSTALLATION).
(13) Connect battery negative cables.
Fig. 164 Measure Gear Backlash (14) Start engine and check for oil leaks.
1 - OIL PUMP DRIVE GEAR
2 - IDLER GEAR
3 - BACKLASH INTAKE MANIFOLD
4 - BACKLASH
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect the battery negative cables.
(2) Remove the charge air cooler outlet tube from
the air inlet housing (Fig. 167).
(3) Remove the engine oil dipstick tube mounting
bolt (Fig. 167). Position dipstick tube to the side.
(4) Disconnect the air grid heater power cables at
the cable mounting studs (Fig. 168).
(5) Remove the four (4) air inlet housing mounting
bolts (Fig. 168) and remove the housing from top of
the heater elements.
(6) Remove the intake air grid heater from the
manifold (Fig. 169).
(7) Remove the high pressure fuel lines.(Refer to
14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL DELIVERY/FUEL LINES
- REMOVAL).
(8) Remove the remaining intake manifold cover-
Fig. 165 Oil Pump Mounting Bolt Torque Sequence to-cylinder head bolts.
(9) Remove the intake manifold cover and gasket.
(7) Apply a bead of Mopart Silicone Rubber Adhe-
Keep the gasket material and any other material out
sive Sealant or equivalent to the gear housing cover
of the air intake.
sealing surface.
(10) Clean the intake manifold cover and cylinder
head sealing surface.
9 - 302 ENGINE 5.9L DIESEL BR/BE
INTAKE MANIFOLD (Continued)
Fig. 167 Charge Air Cooler Air Tube Fig. 168 Air Inlet Housing
1 - FRONT WIRING CLIP 1 - GROUND STRAP
2 - GROUND CABLE 2 - AIR INTAKE HOUSING
3 - TUBE BOLT 3 - HEATER POWER CABLE MOUNTING STUDS
4 - ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK TUBE 4 - FUEL LINE BRACKET BOLT
5 - CLAMPS 5 - HOUSING BOLTS (4)
6 - AIR TUBE (INT. MAN.-TO-INTERCOOLER)
7 - RUBBER HOSE
8 - AIR INTAKE HOUSING
9 - CABLE BRACKET HOUSING
CLEANING
Clean manifold in solvent and blow dry with com-
pressed air.
Clean cylinder block front and rear gasket surfaces
using a suitable solvent.
The plenum pan rail must be clean and dry (free of
all foreign material).
INSPECTION
Inspect manifold for cracks.
Inspect mating surfaces of manifold for flatness
with a straightedge.
INSTALLATION
(1) Using a new gasket, install the intake manifold Fig. 169 Intake Air Grid Heater
cover. 1 - AIR HEATER ELEMENTS
(2) Install the cover-to-cylinder head bolts that do 2 - LOWER GASKET
not hold down the high pressure fuel line support 3 - BLOCK
brackets. Tighten the bolts to 24 N·m (18 ft. lbs.) 4 - UPPER GASKET
torque.
(3) Install the high pressure fuel lines (Refer to 14 (4) Install the high pressure fuel line support
- FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL DELIVERY/FUEL LINES - bracket-to-intake manifold cover bolts and tighten to
INSTALLATION). 24 N·m (18 ft. lbs.) torque.
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INTAKE MANIFOLD (Continued)
(5) Using two (2) new gaskets, install the intake
air grid heater and air inlet housing (Fig. 168). Posi-
tion the ground cable and install and tighten the
bolts to 24 N·m (18 ft. lbs.) torque.
(6) Install and tighten the air intake heater power
supply nuts to 14 N·m (120 in. lbs.) torque.
(7) Install the engine oil dipstick tube and mount-
ing bolt (Fig. 167).
(8) Position the charge air cooler outlet tube onto
the air inlet housing (Fig. 167). Tighten the clamps
to 8 N·m (72 in. lbs.) torque.
(9) Perform the fuel system air bleed procedure
(Refer to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL DELIVERY -
STANDARD PROCEDURE).
(10) Connect the battery negative cables.
GEAR HOUSING
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect the battery negative cables.
(2) Raise vehicle on hoist.
(3) Remove the oil pan and suction tube (Refer to 9
- ENGINE/LUBRICATION/OIL PAN - REMOVAL).
(4) Partially drain engine coolant into container
suitable for re-use (Refer to 7 - COOLING - STAN-
Fig. 173 Exhaust Manifold and Gaskets
DARD PROCEDURE).
CLEANING (5) Lower vehicle.
Clean the cylinder head and exhaust manifold seal- (6) Remove radiator upper hose.
ing surfaces with a suitable scraper. Use a Scotch- (7) Disconnect coolant recovery bottle hose from
Brite™ pad or equivalent. radiator filler neck and lift bottle off of fan shroud.
(8) Disconnect windshield washer pump supply
INSPECTION hose and electrical connections and lift washer bottle
Inspect the exhaust manifold for cracks. Measure off of fan shroud.
the exhaust manifold for flatness. Place a ruler over (9) Remove the fan shroud-to-radiator mounting
all of the exhaust ports and insert a feeler gauge bolts.
between the port flange and the ruler. (10) Remove viscous fan/drive assembly (Refer to 7
- COOLING/ENGINE/RADIATOR FAN - REMOVAL).
INSTALLATION (11) Remove the accessory drive belt (Refer to 7 -
COOLING/ACCESSORY DRIVE/DRIVE BELTS -
(1) Using new gaskets, install the exhaust mani-
REMOVAL).
fold and gaskets. Install the bolts and spacers and
(12) Remove the cooling fan support/hub from the
tighten the bolts in the sequence shown in (Fig. 173)
front of the engine (Fig. 174).
to 43 N·m (32 ft. lbs.) torque.
(13) Raise the vehicle on hoist.
(2) Install the cab heater return hose to the man-
(14) Remove the crankshaft damper (Fig. 175)
ifold bolt stud. Tighten the nut to 24 N·m (18 ft. lbs.)
(Refer to 9 - ENGINE/ENGINE BLOCK/VIBRATION
torque.
DAMPER - REMOVAL).
(3) Install the turbocharger. Apply anti-seize to the
(15) Lower the vehicle.
studs and then tighten the turbocharger mounting
nuts to 32 N·m (24 ft. lbs.) torque.
BR/BE ENGINE 5.9L DIESEL 9 - 305
GEAR HOUSING (Continued)
(16) Remove the gear cover-to-housing bolts and
gently pry the cover away from the housing (Fig.
176), taking care not to mar the gasket surfaces.
Fig. 174 Fan Support/Hub Assembly—Removal/ (21) Clean the gasket material from the cylinder
Installation block.
1 - FAN SUPPORT/HUB
2 - FAN PULLEY
INSTALLATION
(1) Obtain a seal pilot/installation tool from a
crankshaft front seal service kit and install the pilot
into the seal.
(2) Apply a bead of Mopart Silicone Rubber Adhe-
sive Sealant or equivalent to the gear housing cover.
Be sure to surround all through holes.
(3) Using the seal pilot to align the cover (Fig.
183), install the cover to the housing and install the
Fig. 180 Fan Support/Hub Assembly—Removal/ bolts. Tighten the bolts to 24 N·m (18 ft. lbs.) torque.
Installation
1 - FAN SUPPORT/HUB
2 - FAN PULLEY
EXHAUST SYSTEM
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
EXHAUST SYSTEM tem floor pan exhaust heat shields. Light overspray
near the edges is permitted. Application of coating
will result in excessive floor pan temperatures and
DESCRIPTION—3.9L/5.2L/5.9/8.0L
objectionable fumes.
CAUTION: Avoid application of rust prevention com-
pounds or undercoating materials to exhaust sys-
11 - 2 EXHAUST SYSTEM BR/BE
EXHAUST SYSTEM (Continued)
The federal gasoline engine exhaust system (Fig. 1) The exhaust system must be properly aligned to
consists of engine exhaust manifolds, exhaust pipes, prevent stress, leakage and body contact. Minimum
catalytic converter(s), extension pipe (if needed), clearance between any exhaust component and the
exhaust heat shields, muffler and exhaust tailpipe. body or frame is 25.4 mm (1.0 in.). If the system con-
The California emission vehicles exhaust system tacts any body panel, it may amplify objectionable
also contains the above components as well as mini noises from the engine or body.
catalytic converters added to the exhaust pipe (Fig.
2).
DESCRIPTION—5.9L DIESEL
CAUTION: Avoid application of rust prevention com-
pounds or undercoating materials to exhaust sys-
tem floor pan exhaust heat shields. Light overspray
near the edges is permitted. Application of coating
will result in excessive floor pan temperatures and
objectionable fumes.
SPECIFICATIONS OPERATION
The catalytic converter captures and burns any
TORQUE unburned fuel mixture exiting the combustion cham-
bers during the exhaust stroke of the engine. This
process aids in reducing emissions output.
DESCRIPTION N·m Ft. In.
Lbs. Lbs. REMOVAL
Adjusting Strap—Bolt 23 — 200 (1) Raise and support vehicle.
(2) Saturate the bolts and nuts with heat valve
Air Heater Power Supply— 14 — 124 lubricant. Allow 5 minutes for penetration.
Nuts (3) Remove clamps and nuts (Fig. 3) (Fig. 4).
Air Inlet Housing—Bolts 24 18 —
Cab Heater Supply/Return 24 18 —
Line—Nuts
Exhaust Clamp—Nuts 48 35 —
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder
Head—Bolts
(Diesel Engine) 43 32 —
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder
Head—Bolts
(3.9L/5.2L/5.9L) 31 23 —
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder
Head—Bolts
(8.0L) 22 — 195
Exhaust Pipe to Manifold— 31 23 —
Bolts
Generator Mounting—Bolts 41 30 —
Charge Air Cooler 2 — 17
Mounting—Bolts
Charge Air Cooler Duct— 8 — 72
Nuts Fig. 3 Catalytic Converter and Exhaust Pipe 3.9L,
5.2L and 5.9L Light Duty ( Federal )
Heat Shield—Nuts and Bolts 11 — 100
1 - BOLT
Turbocharger Mounting— 32 24 — 2 - EXHAUST PIPE W/CONVERTER
Nuts 3 - NUT
Turbocharger Oil Drain 24 18 — 4 - RETAINER
Tube—Bolts
Turbocharger Oil Supply 15 — 133 (4) Remove the catalytic converter.
Line—Fitting
Turbocharger V-Band 9 — 75
INSPECTION
Clamp—Nut Look at the stainless steel body of the converter,
inspect for bulging or other distortion that could be a
result of overheating. If the converter has a heat
CATALYTIC CONVERTER - shield attached make sure it is not bent or loose.
If you suspect internal damage to the catalyst, tap-
3.9L/5.2L/5.9L ping the bottom of the catalyst with a rubber mallet
may indicate a damaged core.
DESCRIPTION
The stainless steel catalytic converter is located INSTALLATION
under the vehicle, integral to the exhaust pipe(s). (1) Assemble converter and clamps loosely in
place.
11 - 6 EXHAUST SYSTEM BR/BE
CATALYTIC CONVERTER - 3.9L/5.2L/5.9L (Continued)
REMOVAL
(1) Raise and support vehicle.
(2) Saturate the bolts and nuts with heat valve
lubricant. Allow 5 minutes for penetration.
(3) Remove clamps and nuts (Fig. 5) (Fig. 6).
INSPECTION
Look at the stainless steel body of the converter,
inspect for bulging or other distortion that could be a
result of overheating. If the converter has a heat
shield attached make sure it is not bent or loose.
If you suspect internal damage to the catalyst, tap-
ping the bottom of the catalyst with a rubber mallet
may indicate a damaged core.
INSTALLATION
(1) Assemble converter and clamps loosely in
place.
(2) Tighten all clamp nuts to 48 N·m (35 ft. lbs.)
torque.
(3) Lower the vehicle. Fig. 7 Exhaust Pipe 3.9L,5.2L, 5.9L Light Duty
(4) Start the engine and inspect for exhaust leaks 1 - EXHAUST PIPE WITH CATALYTIC CONVERTER
and exhaust system contact with the body panels. A 2 - CLAMP
minimum of 25.4 mm (1.0 in.) is required between 3 - MUFFLER
exhaust system components and body/frame parts.
Adjust the alignment, if needed.
inal equipment parts, or equivalent. This will assure
proper alignment with other parts in the system and
EXHAUST PIPE - 3.9L/5.2L/ provide acceptable exhaust noise levels.
5.9L INSTALLATION
(1) Position the exhaust pipe for proper clearance
REMOVAL with the frame and underbody parts. A minimum
(1) Raise and support the vehicle. clearance of 25.4 mm (1.0 in.) is required.
(2) Saturate the bolts and nuts with heat valve (2) Position the exhaust pipe to manifold. Install
lubricant. Allow 5 minutes for penetration. the bolts, retainers and nuts. Tighten the nuts to 31
(3) Remove exhaust pipe to manifold bolts, retain- N·m (23 ft. lbs.) torque.
ers and nuts (Fig. 7). (3) Tighten the clamp nuts to 48 N·m (35 ft. lbs.)
(4) Remove the clamp nuts (Fig. 7). torque.
(5) Remove the exhaust pipe. (4) Lower the vehicle.
(5) Start the engine and inspect for exhaust leaks
INSPECTION and exhaust system contact with the body panels.
Discard rusted clamps, broken or worn supports Adjust the alignment, if needed.
and attaching parts. Replace a component with orig-
11 - 8 EXHAUST SYSTEM BR/BE
INSTALLATION
(1) Connect the exhaust pipe support hangers on
the (Fig. 8).
(2) Position the exhaust pipe for proper clearance
with the frame and underbody parts. A minimum
clearance of 25.4 mm (1.0 in.) is required.
(3) Position the exhaust pipe to manifold. Install
the bolts, retainers and nuts. Tighten the nuts to 31
N·m (23 ft. lbs.) torque.
(4) Tighten the clamp nuts to 48 N·m (35 ft. lbs.)
torque.
(5) Lower the vehicle.
(6) Start the engine and inspect for exhaust leaks
and exhaust system contact with the body panels.
Adjust the alignment, if needed.
INSTALLATION REMOVAL
(1) Install the exhaust pipe into the transmission (1) Raise and support the vehicle.
support and onto the turbocharger flange (Fig. 11). (2) Remove the nuts or bolts holding the exhaust
(2) Install the exhaust pipe-to-turbocharger elbow heat shield to the floor pan, crossmember or bracket.
bolts and tighten to 31 N·m (23 ft. lbs.) torque. (3) Slide the shield out around the exhaust system.
(3) Install the extension pipe and clamp to the
exhaust pipe using a new clamp and tighten the INSTALLATION
clamp nuts to 48 N·m (35 ft. lbs.) torque. (1) Position the exhaust heat shield to the floor pan,
(4) Lower the vehicle. crossmember or bracket and install the nuts or bolts.
(5) Connect the battery negative cables. (2) Tighten the nuts and bolts 11 N·m (100 in. lbs.).
(6) Start the engine and inspect for exhaust leaks (3) Lower the vehicle.
and exhaust system contact with the body panels. A
minimum of 25.4 mm (1.0 in.) is required. Adjust the
alignment, if needed. MUFFLER - 3.9L/5.2L/5.9L/8.0L
REMOVAL
HEAT SHIELDS (1) Raise and support the vehicle.
(2) Saturate the clamp nuts with heat valve lubri-
DESCRIPTION cant. Allow 5 minutes for penetration.
There are two types of heat shields used. One is (3) Disconnect the muffler hanger (Fig. 12) (Fig.
stamped steel the other is molded foil sheets. The 13).
shields attach to the vehicle around the exhaust sys- (4) Remove clamps and nuts (Fig. 12) (Fig. 13).
tem to prevent heat from the exhaust system from (5) Remove the muffler.
Fig. 13 Muffler for 5.9L Heavy Duty and 8.0L Fig. 14 Muffler Removal/Installation
1 - HANGER 1 - HANGER BRACKETS
2 - TAILPIPE 2 - ISOLATOR
3 - CLAMP 3 - TAILPIPE
4 - MUFFLER 4 - CLAMP
5 - INSULATOR 5 - MUFFLER
6 - EXTENSION PIPE
7 - HANGER W/CLAMP
INSTALLATION
(1) Assemble muffler and clamps loosely to permit (2) Install the muffler into the extension pipe.
proper alignment of all parts. (3) Install the muffler into the tail pipe.
(2) Connect the muffler hanger. (4) Install the exhaust clamps, align the exhaust
(3) Tighten the clamp nuts to 48 N·m (35 ft. lbs.) system, and tighten the exhaust clamps to 48 N·m
torque. (35 ft. lbs.) torque.
(4) Lower the vehicle. (5) Lower the vehicle.
(5) Start the engine and inspect for exhaust leaks (6) Connect the battery negative cables.
and exhaust system contact with the body panels. A (7) Start the engine and inspect for exhaust leaks
minimum of 25.4 mm (1.0 in.) is required between and exhaust system contact with the body panels. A
exhaust system components and body/frame parts. minimum of 25.4 mm (1.0 in.) is required between
Adjust the alignment, if needed. exhaust system components and body/frame parts.
Adjust the alignment, if needed.
MUFFLER - 5.9L DIESEL
TAILPIPE - 3.9L/5.2L/5.9L
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect the battery negative cables. REMOVAL
(2) Raise and support the vehicle. (1) Raise and support the vehicle.
(3) Remove the muffler to tail pipe and extension (2) Saturate the clamp nuts with heat valve lubri-
pipe clamps (Fig. 14). cant. Allow 5 minutes for penetration.
(4) Disconnect the muffler from the hanger isola- (3) Disconnect the exhaust tailpipe support
tors (Fig. 14). hanger.
(5) Disconnect the muffler from the tailpipe. (4) Remove clamps and nuts.
(6) Disconnect the muffler from the extension pipe (5) Remove the exhaust tailpipe.
and remove from the vehicle..
INSPECTION
INSTALLATION Discard rusted clamps, broken or worn supports
(1) Install the muffler hanger rods into the isola- and attaching parts. Replace a component with orig-
tors (Fig. 14).
11 - 12 EXHAUST SYSTEM BR/BE
TAILPIPE - 3.9L/5.2L/5.9L (Continued)
inal equipment parts, or equivalent. This will assure
proper alignment with other parts in the system and
provide acceptable exhaust noise levels.
INSTALLATION
(1) Loosely assemble exhaust tailpipe to permit
proper alignment of all parts.
(2) Connect the support hangers.
(3) Position the exhaust tailpipe for proper clear-
ance with the underbody parts.
(4) Tighten all clamp nuts to 48 N·m (35 ft. lbs.)
torque.
(5) Lower the vehicle.
(6) Start the engine and inspect for exhaust leaks
and exhaust system contact with the body panels. A
minimum of 25.4 mm (1.0 in.) is required between
the exhaust system components and body/frame
parts. Adjust the alignment, if needed.
INSTALLATION INSPECTION
(1) Loosely assemble exhaust tailpipe to permit Discard rusted clamps, broken or worn supports
proper alignment of all parts (Fig. 15). and attaching parts. Replace a component with orig-
(2) Connect the support hangers (Fig. 15). inal equipment parts, or equivalent. This will assure
(3) Position the exhaust tailpipe for proper clear- proper alignment with other parts in the system and
ance with the underbody parts. provide acceptable exhaust noise levels.
(4) Tighten all clamp nuts to 48 N·m (35 ft. lbs.)
torque. INSTALLATION
(5) Lower the vehicle. (1) Install the tailpipe into the muffler.
(6) Start the engine and inspect for exhaust leaks (2) Install the tailpipe hanger rods into the isola-
and exhaust system contact with the body panels. A tors (Fig. 16)
minimum of 25.4 mm (1.0 in.) is required between (3) Install the exhaust clamp, align the exhaust
the exhaust system components and body/frame system, and tighten the clamp 48 N·m (35 ft. lbs.)
parts. Adjust the alignment, if needed. torque.
(4) Lower the vehicle.
(5) Connect the battery negative cables.
BR/BE EXHAUST SYSTEM 11 - 13
TAILPIPE - 5.9L DIESEL (Continued)
CLEANING
Clean the turbocharger and exhaust manifold
mounting surfaces with a suitable scraper.
INSPECTION
Visually inspect the turbocharger and exhaust
manifold gasket surfaces. Replace stripped or eroded
mounting studs.
(1) Visually inspect the turbocharger for cracks.
The following cracks are NOT acceptable:
• Cracks in the turbine and compressor housing
that go completely through.
• Cracks in the mounting flange that are longer Fig. 25 Inspect Compressor Housing for Impeller
than 15 mm (0.6 in.). Rubbing Condition
• Cracks in the mounting flange that intersect
bolt through-holes.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install the turbocharger. Apply anti-seize to the
• Two (2) Cracks in the mounting flange that are
studs and then tighten the turbocharger mounting
closer than 6.4 mm (0.25 in.) together.
nuts to 32 N·m (24 ft. lbs.) torque.
(2) Visually inspect the impeller and compressor
(2) Install the oil drain tube and oil supply line to
wheel fins for nicks, cracks, or chips. Note: Some
the turbocharger (Fig. 24). Tighten the drain tube
impellers may have a factory placed paint mark
bolts to 24 N·m (18 ft. lbs.) torque.
which, after normal operation, appears to be a crack.
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TURBOCHARGER (Continued)
(6) Remove the boost tubes from the charge air (4) Shake the cooler and lightly tap on the end
cooler (Fig. 30). tanks with a rubber mallet to dislodge trapped
(7) Remove the charge air cooler bolts. Pivot the debris.
charge air cooler forward and up to remove. (5) Continue flushing until all debris or oil are
removed.
CLEANING (6) Rinse the cooler with hot soapy water to
remove any remaining solvent.
CAUTION: Do not use caustic cleaners to clean the (7) Rinse thoroughly with clean water and blow
charge air cooler. Damage to the charge air cooler dry with compressed air.
will result.
INSPECTION
Visually inspect the charge air cooler for cracks,
NOTE: If internal debris cannot be removed from holes, or damage. Inspect the tubes, fins, and welds
the cooler, the charge air cooler MUST be replaced. for tears, breaks, or other damage. Replace the
(1) If the engine experiences a turbocharger failure charge air cooler if damage is found.
or any other situation where oil or debris get into the Pressure test the charge air cooler, using Charge
charge air cooler, the charge air cooler must be Air Cooler Tester Kit #3824556. This kit is available
cleaned internally. through Cumminst Service Products. Instructions
(2) Position the charge air cooler so the inlet and are provided with the kit.
outlet tubes are vertical.
(3) Flush the cooler internally with solvent in the INSTALLATION
direction opposite of normal air flow. (1) Position the charge air cooler. Install the bolts
and tighten to 2 N·m (17 in. lbs.) torque.
BR/BE EXHAUST SYSTEM 11 - 19
CHARGE AIR COOLER AND PLUMBING (Continued)
(2) Install the air intake system tubes to the CONDITIONING/PLUMBING - STANDARD PRO-
charge air cooler . With the clamps in position, CEDURE).
tighten the clamps to 11 N·m (95 in. lbs.) torque. (5) Install the front support bracket. Install and
(3) Install the transmission auxiliary cooler (if tighten the bolts.
equipped) (Refer to 7 - COOLING/TRANSMISSION/ (6) Install the front bumper (Refer to 13 -
TRANS COOLER - INSTALLATION). FRAMES & BUMPERS/BUMPERS/FRONT
(4) Install the A/C condenser (if A/C equipped) BUMPER - INSTALLATION).
(Refer to 24 - HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING/ (7) Connect the battery negative cables.
PLUMBING/A/C CONDENSER - INSTALLATION). (8) Start engine and check for boost system leaks.
Recharge A/C system (Refer to 24 - HEATING & AIR
BR/BE FRAME & BUMPERS 13 - 1
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INSTALLATION
(1) Position air dam on bumper.
Fig. 2 Fascia Rivet
(2) Install screws attaching air dam to bottom of
front bumper. 1 - RIVET MUST BE REPLACED AFTER EACH ADJUSTMENT
(3) Install Pin-type fasteners attaching air dam to
bottom of front bumper.
FRONT FASCIA
REMOVAL
(1) Open hood.
(2) Remove fasteners at fender side openings.
(3) Separate fascia from bumper.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position fascia on bumper.
(2) Install front fascia. See fascia adjustment pro-
cedure in this section.
(3) Install fasteners at fender side openings.
ADJUSTMENT
(1) Remove the plastic rivet that secures the front
upper fascia to the front lower fascia (Fig. 2). Fig. 3 Fascia Gap
(2) Position the upper front fascia so that there is 1 - GAP — 19 mm PARALLELISM MOST IMPORTANT
approximately a 19 mm (3/4 in.) gap between the
BR/BE FRAME & BUMPERS 13 - 3
FRONT FASCIA (Continued)
FRAME STRAIGHTENING
When necessary, a conventional frame that is bent
or twisted can be straightened by application of heat.
The temperature must not exceed 566°C (1050°F).
The metal will have a dull red glow at the desired
temperature. Excessive heat will decrease the
strength of the metal and result in a weakened
frame.
Welding the joints around riveted cross members
and frame side rails is not recommended.
A straightening repair process should be limited to
frame members that are not severely damaged. The
replacement bolts, nuts and rivets that are used to Fig. 9 Frame Reinforcement
join the frame members should conform to the same
1 - .250 IN FROM EDGE
specifications as the original bolts, nuts and rivets. 2 - TOP FLANGE
3 - BOTTOM FLANGE
FRAME REPAIRS 4 - FRAME RAIL
5 - FRAME REPAIR REINFORCEMENT
DRILLING HOLES
Do not drill holes in frame side rail top and bottom
flanges, metal fatigue can result causing frame fail- FRAME FASTENERS
ure. Holes drilled in the side of the frame rail must Bolts, nuts and rivets can be used to repair frames
be at least 38 mm (1.5 in.) from the top and bottom or to install a reinforcement section on the frame.
flanges. Bolts can be used in place of rivets. When replacing
Additional drill holes should be located away from rivets with bolts, install the next larger size diameter
existing holes. bolt to assure proper fit. If necessary, ream the hole
out just enough to sufficiently receive the bolt.
WELDING Conical-type washers are preferred over the split-
Use MIG, TIG or arc welding equipment to repair ring type lock washers. Normally, grade-5 bolts are
welded frame components. adequate for frame repair. Grade-3 bolts or softer
Frame components that have been damaged should should not be used. Tightening bolts/nuts with the
be inspected for cracks before returning the vehicle correct torque, refer to the Introduction Group at the
to use. If cracks are found in accessible frame com- front of this manual for tightening information.
ponents perform the following procedures.
(1) Drill a hole at each end of the crack with a 3
mm (O.125 in.) diameter drill bit.
SPECIFICATIONS
(2) Using a suitable die grinder with 3 inch cut off
wheel, V-groove the crack to allow 100% weld pene- FRAME DIMENSION
tration. Frame dimensions are listed in Millimeters (mm)
(3) Weld the crack. scale. All dimensions are from center to center of
Principal Locating Point (PLP), or from center to cen-
ter of PLP and fastener location (Fig. 10).
13 - 8 FRAME & BUMPERS BR/BE
SPECIFICATIONS (Continued)
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
DESCRIPTION TORQUE
Cab Chassis adapter nut . . . . . 108 N·m (80 ft. lbs.)
Front bumper brkt-to-frame nut . 68 N·m (50 ft. lbs.)
Front bumper outer brace bolt . . 68 N·m (50 ft. lbs.)
Rear bumper-to-brace nut . . . . . 40 N·m (30 ft. lbs.)
Rear bumper brace-to-brkt nut . 101 N·m (75 ft. lbs.)
Rear bumper brkt-to-frame nut . . . . . . . . . 101 N·m
(75 ft. lbs.)
Skid plate crossmember-to-frame bolt . . . . . 54 N·m
(40 ft. lbs.)
Skid plate-to-crossmember bolt . 40 N·m (30 ft. lbs.)
Skid plate-to-trans crossmember bolt . . . . . . 54 N·m
(40 ft. lbs.)
Spare tire winch bolt . . . . . . . . . 27 N·m (20 ft. lbs.) Fig. 11 Cab Chassis Adapter Brackets
Trailer hitch nut . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 N·m (80 ft. lbs.) 1 - ADAPTER BRACKETS
2 - FRAME
CAB CHASSIS ADAPTER (1) Remove the fasteners that attach the tow
BRACKET hooks to the frame (Fig. 12).
(2) Separate the tow hooks from the frame.
REMOVAL
(1) Remove bolts attaching cab chassis adapter
brackets to frame rail (Fig. 11)
(2) Separate cab chassis adapter brackets from
frame rail
INSTALLATION
(1) Position cab chassis adapter brackets on frame
rail
(2) Install bolts attaching cab chassis adapter
brackets to frame rail.
Installation
Some vehicles are equipped with front tow hooks.
The tow hooks are to be used for EMERGENCY pur-
poses only.
(1) Position the tow hooks on the frame.
(2) Install the fasteners that attach the tow hooks
to the frame.
(3) Tighten the nuts to 108 N·m (80 ft. lbs.) torque.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position skid plate on vehicle.
(2) Install bolts holding skid plate to frame rails.
(3) Remove safety stands and lower vehicle.
FUEL SYSTEM
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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FUEL DELIVERY - GASOLINE the vehicle has cooled down, fuel pressure may drop
to 0 psi (cold fluid contracts), but liquid gasoline will
remain in fuel supply line between the check valve
DESCRIPTION - FUEL DELIVERY SYSTEM
and fuel injectors. Fuel pressure that has
The fuel delivery system consists of:
dropped to 0 psi on a cooled down vehicle
• the fuel pump module containing the electric
(engine off) is a normal condition. When the elec-
fuel pump, fuel filter/fuel pressure regulator, rollover
tric fuel pump is activated, fuel pressure should
valve (certain modules), fuel gauge sending unit (fuel
immediately (1–2 seconds) rise to specification.
level sensor) and a separate fuel filter located at bot-
Abnormally long periods of cranking to restart a
tom of pump module
hot engine that has been shut down for a short
• fuel tubes/lines/hoses
period of time may be caused by:
• quick-connect fittings
• Fuel pressure bleeding past a fuel injector(s).
• fuel injector rail
• Fuel pressure bleeding past the check valve in
• fuel injectors
the fuel pump module.
• fuel tank
(1) Disconnect the fuel inlet line at fuel rail. Refer
• fuel tank filler/vent tube assembly
to Fuel Tubes/Lines/Hoses and Clamps for proce-
• fuel tank filler tube cap
dures. On some engines, air cleaner housing removal
• accelerator pedal
may be necessary before fuel line disconnection.
• throttle cable
(2) Obtain correct Fuel Line Pressure Test Adapter
Tool Hose. Tool number 6539 is used for 5/16” fuel
OPERATION - FUEL DELIVERY SYSTEM lines and tool number 6631 is used for 3/8” fuel lines.
Fuel is returned through the fuel pump module (3) Connect correct Fuel Line Pressure Test
and back into the fuel tank through the fuel filter/ Adapter Tool Hose between disconnected fuel line
fuel pressure regulator. A separate fuel return line and fuel rail (Fig. 1).
from the engine to the tank is not used with any gas-
oline powered engine.
The fuel tank assembly consists of: the fuel tank,
fuel pump module assembly, fuel pump module lock-
nut/gasket and rollover valve(s) (refer to 25, Emis-
sion Control System for rollover valve information).
A fuel filler/vent tube assembly using a pressure/
vacuum, 1/4 turn fuel filler cap is used. The fuel
filler tube contains a flap door located below the fuel
fill cap.
Also to be considered part of the fuel system is the
evaporation control system. This is designed to
reduce the emission of fuel vapors into the atmo-
sphere. The description and function of the Evapora-
tive Control System is found in 25, Emission Control
Systems.
Both fuel filters (at bottom of fuel pump module
and within fuel pressure regulator) are designed for
extended service. They do not require normal sched-
uled maintenance. Filters should only be replaced if
a diagnostic procedure indicates to do so.
SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS - FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE -
GAS ENGINES
All Gasoline Powered Engines: 339 kPa 6 34
kPa (49.2 psi 6 5 psi)
SPECIAL TOOLS
FUEL SYSTEM
Spanner Wrench—6856
Adapters, Fuel Pressure Test—6539 and/or 6631
INSTALLATION
(1) Install a new clamp over plastic fuel tube.
Fig. 4 Filter/Regulator Location—With 26 or 34 (2) Install filter/regulator to fuel tube. Rotate fil-
Gallon Fuel Tank ter/regulator in fuel tube (line) (Fig. 8) until it is
1 - FUEL FILTER/PRESSURE REGULATOR pointed to drivers side of vehicle (Fig. 4) or (Fig. 5).
2 - FUEL SUPPLY FITTING (3) Tighten line clamp to fuel line using special
3 - REAR ROLLOVER VALVE Hose Clamp Pliers number C-4124 or equivalent
4 - ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR (Fig. 8). Do not use conventional side cutters to
5 - FUEL PUMP MODULE tighten this type of clamp.
6 - FRONT ROLLOVER VALVE
7 - LOCKNUT
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FUEL FILTER/PRESSURE REGULATOR (Continued)
Fig. 6 Filter/Regulator Removal and Installation— Fig. 8 Tightening Fuel Tube Clamp—TYPICAL
TYPICAL
1 - TOOL C-4124
1 - RUBBER GROMMET 2 - TUBE CLAMP
2 - FUEL FILTER/FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR 3 - FUEL TUBE
OPERATION
The fuel pump module has 4 different circuits
(wires). Two of these circuits are used for the fuel
gauge sending unit for fuel gauge operation, and for
certain OBD II emission requirements. The other 2
wires are used for electric fuel pump operation.
Fig. 7 Fuel Tube and Clamp—TYPICAL
For Fuel Gauge Operation: A constant current
1 - FUEL FILTER/FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR
source of about 32 mA is supplied to the resistor
2 - TUBE CLAMP
track on the fuel gauge sending unit. This is fed
3 - FUEL TUBE
directly from the Powertrain Control Module (PCM).
The resistor track is used to vary the voltage depend-
(4) Press filter/regulator (by hand) into rubber ing on fuel tank float level. As fuel level increases,
grommet. The assembly should be pointed towards the float and arm move up, which decreases voltage.
drivers side of vehicle (Fig. 4) or (Fig. 5). As fuel level decreases, the float and arm move
(5) Install fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Removal/ down, which increases voltage. The varied voltage
Installation. signal is returned back to the PCM through the sen-
(6) Check for fuel leaks. sor return circuit. Output voltages will vary from
about .6 volts at FULL, to about 8.6 volts at EMPTY
(Jeep models), or, about 7.0 volts at EMPTY (Dodge
Truck models). NOTE: For diagnostic purposes,
this voltage can only be verified with the fuel
gauge sending unit circuit closed (i.e. having all
of the sending units electrical connectors con-
nected).
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FUEL LEVEL SENDING UNIT / SENSOR (Continued)
Both of the electrical circuits between the fuel
gauge sending unit and the PCM are hard-wired (not
multi-plexed). After the voltage signal is sent from
the resistor track, and back to the PCM, the PCM
will interpret the resistance (voltage) data and send
a message across the multi-plex bus circuits to the
instrument panel cluster. Here it is translated into
the appropriate fuel gauge level reading. Refer to
Instrument Panel for additional information.
For OBD II Emission Monitor Requirements:
The PCM will monitor the voltage output sent from
the resistor track on the sending unit to indicate fuel
level. The purpose of this feature is to prevent the
OBD II system from recording/setting false misfire
and fuel system monitor diagnostic trouble codes.
The feature is activated if the fuel level in the tank
is less than approximately 15 percent of its rated
capacity. If equipped with a Leak Detection Pump
(EVAP system monitor), this feature will also be acti- Fig. 9 Fuel Gauge Sending Unit Location—TYPICAL
vated if the fuel level in the tank is more than Module
approximately 85 percent of its rated capacity. 1 - FUEL FILTER/PRESSURE REGULATOR
2 - ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - FUEL GAUGE 3 - ELECTRIC FUEL PUMP
4 - FUEL GAUGE FLOAT
SENDING UNIT
5 - FUEL PUMP INLET FILTER
The fuel gauge sending unit contains a variable 6 - FUEL GAUGE SENDING UNIT
resistor (track). As the float moves up or down, elec- 7 - MODULE LOCK TABS (3)
trical resistance will change. Refer to 8, Instrument
Panel and Gauges for Fuel Gauge testing. To test the
gauge sending unit only, it must be removed from
vehicle. The unit is part of the fuel pump module.
Refer to Fuel Pump Module Removal/Installation for
procedures. Measure the resistance across the send-
ing unit terminals. With float in up position, resis-
tance should be 20 ohms 66 ohms. With float in
down position, resistance should be 220 ohms 66
ohms.
REMOVAL
The fuel gauge sending unit (fuel level sensor) and
float assembly is located on the side of fuel pump
module (Fig. 9). The fuel pump module is located
inside of fuel tank.
(1) Remove fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank–All
Engines in the Removal/Installation section.
(2) Remove fuel pump module. Refer to Fuel Pump
Module Removal/Installation.
(3) Unplug 4–way electrical connector (Fig. 9). Fig. 10 Fuel Gauge Sending Unit Lock Tab/Tracks
(4) Disconnect 2 sending unit wires at 4–way con-
1 - FUEL GAUGE SENDING UNIT
nector. The locking collar of connector must be 2 - LOCK TAB
removed before wires can be released from connector. 3 - NOTCH
Note location of wires within 4–way connector. 4 - TRACKS
(5) The sending unit is retained to pump module
with a small lock tab and notch (Fig. 10). Carefully
push lock tab to the side and away from notch while
sliding sending unit downward on tracks for removal.
Note wire routing while removing unit from module.
BR/BE FUEL DELIVERY - GASOLINE 14 - 9
FUEL LEVEL SENDING UNIT / SENSOR (Continued)
OPERATION
Refer to Fuel Pump, Fuel Filter/Fuel Pressure Reg-
ulator and Fuel Gauge Sending Unit.
REMOVAL
WARNING: THE FUEL SYSTEM IS UNDER A CON-
STANT PRESSURE (EVEN WITH THE ENGINE OFF).
BEFORE SERVICING THE FUEL PUMP MODULE,
THE FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE MUST BE
RELEASED.
FUEL RAIL
DESCRIPTION - 3.9L/5.2L/5.9L
The fuel injector rail is used to attach the fuel
injectors to the engine. It is mounted to the engine Fig. 26 Fuel Rail—8.0L Engine
(Fig. 25). 1 - FUEL RAIL
2 - ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR
3 - MOUNTING BOLTS (6)
4 - INTAKE MANIFOLD LOWER HALF
5 - FUEL PRESSURE TEST PORT
6 - FUEL INJECTORS (10)
OPERATION - 3.9L/5.2L/5.9L
High pressure from the fuel pump is routed to the
fuel rail. The fuel rail then supplies the necessary
fuel to each individual fuel injector.
A fuel pressure test port is located on the fuel rail.
A quick-connect fitting with a safety latch clip is
used to attach the fuel line to the fuel rail.
The fuel rail is not repairable.
REMOVAL - 3.9L/5.2L/5.9L
WARNING: THE FUEL SYSTEM IS UNDER A CON-
STANT PRESSURE (EVEN WITH ENGINE TURNED
OFF). BEFORE SERVICING FUEL RAIL ASSEMBLY,
FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE MUST BE RELEASED.
REMOVAL - 8.0L
WARNING: THE FUEL SYSTEM IS UNDER A CON-
STANT PRESSURE EVEN WITH THE ENGINE OFF.
BEFORE SERVICING FUEL RAIL, FUEL SYSTEM
PRESSURE MUST BE RELEASED.
ROLLOVER VALVE
DESCRIPTION
Diesel Powered Engine: One rollover valve is
used. The rollover valve is located on the top of the
fuel tank module (Fig. 49). The valve may be serviced
separately.
Fig. 48 Fuel Line Disconnection Using Special Tool Gasoline Powered Engines: If equipped with a
1 - SPECIAL FUEL LINE TOOL
26 or 34 gallon fuel tank, two rollover valves are
2 - FUEL LINE used. One of the valves is permanently mounted to
3 - FUEL RAIL the top of fuel tank (Fig. 50). If replacement of this
particular valve is necessary, the fuel tank must be
replaced. The other rollover valve is located on the
(b) Type 2: Separate and unlatch 2 small arms top of the fuel pump module (Fig. 50). This valve
on end of clip (Fig. 47) and swing away from fuel may be serviced separately. If replacement is neces-
line. sary, refer to the Removal/Installation section of this
(c) Slide latch clip toward fuel rail while lifting group.
with screwdriver. If equipped with a 35 gallon fuel tank, two rollover
(d) Insert special fuel line removal tool (Snap-On valves are used. Both valves are permanently
number FIH 9055-1 or equivalent) into fuel line mounted to the top of fuel tank (Fig. 51). If replace-
(Fig. 48). Use tool to release locking fingers in end ment is necessary, the fuel tank must be replaced.
of line.
(e) With special tool still inserted, pull fuel line
from fuel rail.
(f) After disconnection, locking fingers will
remain within quick-connect fitting at end of fuel
line.
(8) Disconnect quick-connect fitting from fuel sys-
tem component being serviced.
CONNECTING
(1) Inspect quick-connect fitting body and fuel sys-
tem component for damage. Replace as necessary.
(2) Prior to connecting quick-connect fitting to
component being serviced, check condition of fitting
and component. Clean parts with a lint-free cloth.
Lubricate with clean engine oil.
(3) Insert quick-connect fitting into fuel tube or
fuel system component until built-on stop on fuel
tube or component rests against back of fitting.
(4) Continue pushing until a click is felt. Fig. 49 Rollover Valve Location—Diesel Powered
(5) Single-tab type fitting: Push new tab down 1 - AUXILIARY CAPPED FITTING
until it locks into place in quick-connect fitting. 2 - FUEL PUMP MODULE
(6) Verify a locked condition by firmly pulling on 3 - FUEL SUPPLY/RETURN FITTINGS
fuel tube and fitting (15-30 lbs.). 4 - ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR
5 - LOCKNUT
6 - ROLLOVER VALVE
14 - 26 FUEL DELIVERY - GASOLINE BR/BE
ROLLOVER VALVE (Continued)
REMOVAL
WARNING: THE FUEL SYSTEM IS UNDER A CON-
STANT PRESSURE (EVEN WITH THE ENGINE OFF).
BEFORE SERVICING THE ROLLOVER VALVE, FUEL
SYSTEM PRESSURE MUST BE RELEASED (GASO-
LINE POWERED ENGINES ONLY). REFER TO THE
FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE PROCEDURE IN
GROUP 14, FUEL SYSTEM.
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FUEL INJECTION - GASOLINE (2) Inspect the battery cable connections. Be sure
that they are clean and tight.
(3) Inspect fuel pump relay and air conditioning
VISUAL INSPECTION—3.9L/5.2L/5.9L
compressor clutch relay (if equipped). Inspect the
ENGINES ASD relay connections. Inspect starter motor relay
A visual inspection for loose, disconnected or incor- connections. Inspect relays for signs of physical dam-
rectly routed wires and hoses should be made. This age and corrosion. The relays are located in the
should be done before attempting to diagnose or ser- Power Distribution Center (PDC) (Fig. 2). Refer to
vice the fuel injection system. A visual check will label on PDC cover for relay location.
help spot these faults and save unnecessary test and (4) Inspect ignition coil connections. Verify that
diagnostic time. A thorough visual inspection will coil secondary cable is firmly connected to coil (Fig.
include the following checks: 3).
(1) Verify that the three 32–way electrical connec-
tors are fully inserted into the connector of the pow-
ertrain control module (PCM) (Fig. 1).
BR/BE FUEL INJECTION - GASOLINE 14 - 29
FUEL INJECTION - GASOLINE (Continued)
1 - GENERATOR
2 - A/C COMPRESSOR
3 - ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR
4 - ELEC. CONN.
SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIAL TOOLS
FUEL SYSTEM
ACCELERATOR PEDAL
REMOVAL
CAUTION: Be careful not to damage or kink the
cable core wire (within the cable sheathing) while
servicing accelerator pedal or cables.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position pedal/bracket assembly over pivot pin
(Fig. 22).
(2) Install two new pivots/bushings. Using large
pliers, press both bushings together until they bot-
tom on sides of pedal/bracket assembly. Bushing
Fig. 21 Cable Removal/Installation at Pedal retaining ears will snap into position when properly
1 - PINCH TWO TABS FOR CABLE REMOVAL installed.
2 - DASH PANEL (3) From inside vehicle, hold up accelerator pedal.
3 - CABLE CORE WIRE Install throttle cable core wire and plastic cable
4 - THROTTLE PEDAL ARM retainer into and through upper end of pedal arm
5 - INDEX TAB (the plastic retainer is snapped into pedal arm).
6 - CABLE RETAINER When installing plastic retainer to accelerator pedal
7 - CABLE STOP arm, note index tab on pedal arm (Fig. 21). Align
index slot on plastic cable retainer to this index tab.
(2) Insert a small screwdriver into square holes
located on pivots/bushings (Fig. 22). Twist screw-
driver to disengage pivot locks from pivot pin. Pivots
will be damaged when removing. Discard old pivots.
(3) Remove pedal/bracket assembly from vehicle.
14 - 38 FUEL INJECTION - GASOLINE BR/BE
DESCRIPTION - 8.0L
The Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor is located on
the right-lower side of the cylinder block, forward of
the right engine mount, just above the oil pan rail
(Fig. 23).
REMOVAL - 3.9L/5.2L/5.9L
The sensor is bolted to the top of the cylinder block
near the rear of right cylinder head (Fig. 27).
OPERATION - 8.0L
The Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor detects
notches machined into the middle of the crankshaft
(Fig. 26).
REMOVAL - 8.0L
The crankshaft position sensor is located on the
right-lower side of the cylinder block, forward of the
right engine mount, just above the oil pan rail (Fig.
28).
DESCRIPTION
The 5–pin, 12–volt, fuel pump relay is located in IDLE AIR CONTROL MOTOR
the Power Distribution Center (PDC). Refer to the
label on the PDC cover for relay location. DESCRIPTION
The IAC stepper motor is mounted to the throttle
OPERATION body, and regulates the amount of air bypassing the
The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) energizes control of the throttle plate. As engine loads and
the electric fuel pump through the fuel pump relay. ambient temperatures change, engine rpm changes.
The fuel pump relay is energized by first applying A pintle on the IAC stepper motor protrudes into a
battery voltage to it when the ignition key is turned passage in the throttle body, controlling air flow
ON, and then applying a ground signal to the relay through the passage. The IAC is controlled by the
from the PCM. Powertrain Control Module (PCM) to maintain the
Whenever the ignition key is turned ON, the elec- target engine idle speed.
tric fuel pump will operate. But, the PCM will shut-
down the ground circuit to the fuel pump relay in OPERATION
approximately 1–3 seconds unless the engine is oper- At idle, engine speed can be increased by retract-
ating or the starter motor is engaged. ing the IAC motor pintle and allowing more air to
pass through the port, or it can be decreased by
REMOVAL restricting the passage with the pintle and diminish-
The fuel pump relay is located in the Power Distri- ing the amount of air bypassing the throttle plate.
bution Center (PDC) (Fig. 31). Refer to label on PDC The IAC is called a stepper motor because it is
cover for relay location. moved (rotated) in steps, or increments. Opening the
IAC opens an air passage around the throttle blade
which increases RPM.
The PCM uses the IAC motor to control idle speed
(along with timing) and to reach a desired MAP dur-
ing decel (keep engine from stalling).
The IAC motor has 4 wires with 4 circuits. Two of
the wires are for 12 volts and ground to supply electri-
cal current to the motor windings to operate the step-
per motor in one direction. The other 2 wires are also
for 12 volts and ground to supply electrical current to
operate the stepper motor in the opposite direction.
To make the IAC go in the opposite direction, the
PCM just reverses polarity on both windings. If only
1 wire is open, the IAC can only be moved 1 step
(increment) in either direction. To keep the IAC
motor in position when no movement is needed, the
Fig. 31 Power Distribution Center (PDC) PCM will energize both windings at the same time.
1 - POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTER (PDC) This locks the IAC motor in place.
In the IAC motor system, the PCM will count
every step that the motor is moved. This allows the
(1) Remove PDC cover.
PCM to determine the motor pintle position. If the
(2) Remove relay from PDC.
memory is cleared, the PCM no longer knows the
(3) Check condition of relay terminals and PDC
position of the pintle. So at the first key ON, the
connector terminals for damage or corrosion. Repair
PCM drives the IAC motor closed, regardless of
if necessary before installing relay.
where it was before. This zeros the counter. From
(4) Check for pin height (pin height should be the
this point the PCM will back out the IAC motor and
same for all terminals within the PDC connector).
keep track of its position again.
Repair if necessary before installing relay.
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IDLE AIR CONTROL MOTOR (Continued)
When engine rpm is above idle speed, the IAC is
used for the following:
• Off-idle dashpot (throttle blade will close quickly
but idle speed will not stop quickly)
• Deceleration air flow control
• A/C compressor load control (also opens the pas-
sage slightly before the compressor is engaged so
that the engine rpm does not dip down when the
compressor engages)
• Power steering load control
The PCM can control polarity of the circuit to con-
trol direction of the stepper motor.
IAC Stepper Motor Program: The PCM is also
equipped with a memory program that records the
number of steps the IAC stepper motor most recently
advanced to during a certain set of parameters. For Fig. 32 Mounting Bolts (Screws)—IAC Motor—3.9L/
example: The PCM was attempting to maintain a 5.2L/5.9L Engines
1000 rpm target during a cold start-up cycle. The last
1 - MOUNTING SCREWS
recorded number of steps for that may have been
2 - IDLE SPEED MOTOR
125. That value would be recorded in the memory
cell so that the next time the PCM recognizes the
identical conditions, the PCM recalls that 125 steps REMOVAL - 8.0L
were required to maintain the target. This program The IAC motor is located on the back of the throt-
allows for greater customer satisfaction due to tle body (Fig. 33).
greater control of engine idle. (1) Remove the air cleaner cover.
Another function of the memory program, which (2) Remove the 4 air cleaner housing mounting
occurs when the power steering switch (if equipped), nuts and remove housing from throttle body.
or the A/C request circuit, requires that the IAC step- (3) Disconnect electrical connector from IAC motor.
per motor control engine rpm, is the recording of the (4) Remove two mounting bolts (screw).
last targeted steps into the memory cell. The PCM
can anticipate A/C compressor loads. This is accom-
plished by delaying compressor operation for approx-
imately 0.5 seconds until the PCM moves the IAC
stepper motor to the recorded steps that were loaded
into the memory cell. Using this program helps elim-
inate idle-quality changes as loads change. Finally,
the PCM incorporates a 9No-Load9 engine speed lim-
iter of approximately 1800 - 2000 rpm, when it rec-
ognizes that the TPS is indicating an idle signal and
IAC motor cannot maintain engine idle.
A (factory adjusted) set screw is used to mechani-
cally limit the position of the throttle body throttle
plate. Never attempt to adjust the engine idle
speed using this screw. All idle speed functions are
controlled by the IAC motor through the PCM.
Fig. 33 IAC Motor—8.0L Engine
REMOVAL - 3.9L/5.2L/5.9L 1 - IDLE AIR CONTROL MOTOR
The IAC motor is located on the back of the throt- 2 - INTAKE MANIFOLD (UPPER HALF)
tle body (Fig. 32). 3 - THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR
(1) Remove air cleaner assembly. 4 - THROTTLE BODY
(2) Disconnect electrical connector from IAC motor.
(3) Remove two mounting bolts (screws) (Fig. 32).
(5) Remove IAC motor from throttle body.
(4) Remove IAC motor from throttle body.
INSTALLATION - 3.9L/5.2L/5.9L
The IAC motor is located on the back of the throt-
tle body (Fig. 32).
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IDLE AIR CONTROL MOTOR (Continued)
(1) Install IAC motor to throttle body.
(2) Install and tighten two mounting bolts (screws)
to 7 N·m (60 in. lbs.) torque.
(3) Install electrical connector.
(4) Install air cleaner assembly.
INSTALLATION - 8.0L
The IAC motor is located on the back of the throt-
tle body (Fig. 33).
(1) Install IAC motor to throttle body.
(2) Install and tighten two mounting bolts (screws)
to 7 N·m (60 in. lbs.) torque.
(3) Install electrical connector.
(4) Install air cleaner housing to throttle body.
(5) Install 4 air cleaner housing mounting nuts.
Tighten nuts to 11 N·m (96 in. lbs.) torque.
(6) Install air cleaner housing cover.
DESCRIPTION - 3.9L/5.2L/5.9L/8.0L
The 2–wire Intake Manifold Air Temperature (IAT) REMOVAL - 8.0L
sensor is installed in the intake manifold with the The intake manifold air temperature sensor is
sensor element extending into the air stream. located in the side of the intake manifold near the
The IAT sensor is a two-wire Negative Thermal front of throttle body (Fig. 35).
Coefficient (NTC) sensor. Meaning, as intake mani- (1) Disconnect electrical connector at sensor.
fold temperature increases, resistance (voltage) in the (2) Remove sensor from intake manifold.
sensor decreases. As temperature decreases, resis-
tance (voltage) in the sensor increases.
OPERATION - 3.9L/5.2L/5.9L/8.0L
The IAT sensor provides an input voltage to the
Powertrain Control Module (PCM) indicating the
density of the air entering the intake manifold based
upon intake manifold temperature. At key-on, a
5–volt power circuit is supplied to the sensor from
the PCM. The sensor is grounded at the PCM
through a low-noise, sensor-return circuit.
The PCM uses this input to calculate the following:
• Injector pulse-width
• Adjustment of spark timing (to help prevent
spark knock with high intake manifold air-charge
temperatures)
The resistance values of the IAT sensor is the same
Fig. 35 Air Temperature Sensor—8.0L Engine
as for the Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) sensor.
1 - INTAKE MANIFOLD AIR TEMP. SENSOR
2 - INTAKE MANIFOLD
REMOVAL - 3.9L/5.2L/5.9L
The intake manifold air temperature sensor is
located in the front/side of the intake manifold (Fig. INSTALLATION - 3.9L/5.2L/5.9L
34). The intake manifold air temperature sensor is
(1) Remove air cleaner assembly. located in the front/side of the intake manifold (Fig.
(2) Disconnect electrical connector at sensor (Fig. 34).
34).
(3) Remove sensor from intake manifold.
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INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE SENSOR (Continued)
(1) Install sensor to intake manifold. Tighten to again, continuously every 12 milliseconds, and com-
12–15 N·m (110–130 in. lbs.) torque. pares the current voltage to what it was at key-on.
(2) Install electrical connector. The difference between current voltage and what it
(3) Install air cleaner. was at key-on, is manifold vacuum.
During key-on (engine not running) the sensor
INSTALLATION - 8.0L reads (updates) barometric pressure. A normal range
The intake manifold air temperature sensor is can be obtained by monitoring a known good sensor.
located in the side of the intake manifold near the As the altitude increases, the air becomes thinner
front of throttle body (Fig. 35). (less oxygen). If a vehicle is started and driven to a
(1) Install sensor to intake manifold. Tighten to very different altitude than where it was at key-on,
12–15 N·m (110–130 in. lbs.) torque. the barometric pressure needs to be updated. Any
(2) Install electrical connector. time the PCM sees Wide Open Throttle (WOT), based
upon Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) angle and RPM,
it will update barometric pressure in the MAP mem-
MANIFOLD ABSOLUTE ory cell. With periodic updates, the PCM can make
PRESSURE SENSOR its calculations more effectively.
The PCM uses the MAP sensor input to aid in cal-
culating the following:
DESCRIPTION - 3.9L/5.2L/5.9L/8.0L
• Manifold pressure
On 3.9L/5.2L/5.9L engines, the MAP sensor is
• Barometric pressure
mounted on the side of the engine throttle body. The
• Engine load
sensor is connected to the throttle body with a rubber
• Injector pulse-width
L-shaped fitting.
• Spark-advance programs
On the 8.0L 10–cylinder engine, the MAP sensor is
• Shift-point strategies (certain automatic trans-
mounted into the right side of the intake manifold.
missions only)
• Idle speed
OPERATION - 3.9L/5.2L/5.9L/8.0L • Decel fuel shutoff
The MAP sensor is used as an input to the Power- The MAP sensor signal is provided from a single
train Control Module (PCM). It contains a silicon piezoresistive element located in the center of a dia-
based sensing unit to provide data on the manifold phragm. The element and diaphragm are both made
vacuum that draws the air/fuel mixture into the com- of silicone. As manifold pressure changes, the dia-
bustion chamber. The PCM requires this information phragm moves causing the element to deflect, which
to determine injector pulse width and spark advance. stresses the silicone. When silicone is exposed to
When manifold absolute pressure (MAP) equals stress, its resistance changes. As manifold vacuum
Barometric pressure, the pulse width will be at max- increases, the MAP sensor input voltage decreases
imum. proportionally. The sensor also contains electronics
A 5 volt reference is supplied from the PCM and that condition the signal and provide temperature
returns a voltage signal to the PCM that reflects compensation.
manifold pressure. The zero pressure reading is 0.5V The PCM recognizes a decrease in manifold pres-
and full scale is 4.5V. For a pressure swing of 0–15 sure by monitoring a decrease in voltage from the
psi, the voltage changes 4.0V. To operate the sensor, reading stored in the barometric pressure memory
it is supplied a regulated 4.8 to 5.1 volts. Ground is cell. The MAP sensor is a linear sensor; meaning as
provided through the low-noise, sensor return circuit pressure changes, voltage changes proportionately.
at the PCM. The range of voltage output from the sensor is usu-
The MAP sensor input is the number one contrib- ally between 4.6 volts at sea level to as low as 0.3
utor to fuel injector pulse width. The most important volts at 26 in. of Hg. Barometric pressure is the pres-
function of the MAP sensor is to determine baromet- sure exerted by the atmosphere upon an object. At
ric pressure. The PCM needs to know if the vehicle is sea level on a standard day, no storm, barometric
at sea level or at a higher altitude, because the air pressure is approximately 29.92 in Hg. For every 100
density changes with altitude. It will also help to cor- feet of altitude, barometric pressure drops .10 in. Hg.
rect for varying barometric pressure. Barometric If a storm goes through it can change barometric
pressure and altitude have a direct inverse correla- pressure from what should be present for that alti-
tion; as altitude goes up, barometric goes down. At tude. You should know what the average pressure
key-on, the PCM powers up and looks at MAP volt- and corresponding barometric pressure is for your
age, and based upon the voltage it sees, it knows the area.
current barometric pressure (relative to altitude).
Once the engine starts, the PCM looks at the voltage
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MANIFOLD ABSOLUTE PRESSURE SENSOR (Continued)
REMOVAL - 8.0L
The MAP sensor is mounted into the right upper
side of the intake manifold (Fig. 38). A rubber gasket
is used to seal the sensor to the intake manifold. The
rubber gasket is part of the sensor and is not ser-
viced separately.
(1) Remove the electrical connector at the sensor.
(2) Clean the area around the sensor before
removal.
(3) Remove the two sensor mounting bolts.
(4) Remove the sensor from the intake manifold.
Fig. 36 MAP Sensor Location—3.9L/5.2L/5.9L
Engines
1 - MAP SENSOR
2 - MOUNTING SCREWS (2)
INSTALLATION - 3.9L/5.2L/5.9L
The MAP sensor is located on the front of the
Fig. 37 MAP Sensor L-Shaped Rubber Fitting—3.9L/ throttle body (Fig. 36). An L-shaped rubber fitting is
5.2L/5.9L Engines used to connect the MAP sensor to throttle body (Fig.
1 - MAP SENSOR 37).
2 - RUBBER FITTING (1) Install rubber L-shaped fitting to MAP sensor.
3 - IDLE AIR PASSAGE (2) Position sensor to throttle body while guiding
rubber fitting over throttle body vacuum nipple.
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MANIFOLD ABSOLUTE PRESSURE SENSOR (Continued)
(3) Install MAP sensor mounting bolts (screws). Heavy Duty 5.9L Engine: Two sensors are used.
Tighten screws to 3 N·m (25 in. lbs.) torque. They are both referred to as upstream sensors (left
(4) Install air cleaner. side is referred to as 1/1 and right side is referred to
as 2/1). With this emission package, a sensor is
INSTALLATION - 8.0L located in each of the exhaust downpipes before the
The MAP sensor is mounted into the right upper main catalytic convertor.
side of the intake manifold (Fig. 38). A rubber gasket
is used to seal the sensor to the intake manifold. The OPERATION
rubber gasket is part of the sensor and is not ser- An O2 sensor is a galvanic battery that provides
viced separately. the PCM with a voltage signal (0-1 volt) inversely
(1) Check the condition of the sensor seal. Clean proportional to the amount of oxygen in the exhaust.
the sensor and lubricate the rubber gasket with clean In other words, if the oxygen content is low, the volt-
engine oil. age output is high; if the oxygen content is high the
(2) Clean the sensor opening in the intake mani- output voltage is low. The PCM uses this information
fold. to adjust injector pulse-width to achieve the
(3) Install the sensor into the intake manifold. 14.7–to–1 air/fuel ratio necessary for proper engine
(4) Install sensor mounting bolts. Tighten bolts to operation and to control emissions.
2 N·m (20 in. lbs.) torque. The O2 sensor must have a source of oxygen from
(5) Install the electrical connector to sensor. outside of the exhaust stream for comparison. Cur-
rent O2 sensors receive their fresh oxygen (outside
air) supply through the wire harness. This is why it
O2 SENSOR is important to never solder an O2 sensor connector,
or pack the connector with grease.
DESCRIPTION Four wires (circuits) are used on each O2 sensor: a
The Oxygen Sensors (O2S) are attached to, and 12–volt feed circuit for the sensor heating element; a
protrude into the vehicle exhaust system. Depending ground circuit for the heater element; a low-noise
on the emission package, the vehicle may use a total sensor return circuit to the PCM, and an input cir-
of either 2 or 4 sensors. cuit from the sensor back to the PCM to detect sen-
3.9L/5.2L/Light Duty 5.9L Engine: Four sensors sor operation.
are used: 2 upstream (referred to as 1/1 and 2/1) and Oxygen Sensor Heaters/Heater Relays:
2 downstream (referred to as 1/2 and 2/2). With this Depending on the emissions package, the heating ele-
emission package, the right upstream sensor (2/1) is ments within the sensors will be supplied voltage
located in the right exhaust downpipe just before the from either the ASD relay, or 2 separate oxygen sen-
mini-catalytic convertor. The left upstream sensor sor relays. Refer to 8, Wiring Diagrams to determine
(1/1) is located in the left exhaust downpipe just which relays are used.
before the mini-catalytic convertor. The right down- The O2 sensor uses a Positive Thermal Co-efficient
stream sensor (2/2) is located in the right exhaust (PTC) heater element. As temperature increases,
downpipe just after the mini-catalytic convertor, and resistance increases. At ambient temperatures
before the main catalytic convertor. The left down- around 70°F, the resistance of the heating element is
stream sensor (1/2) is located in the left exhaust approximately 4.5 ohms. As the sensor’s temperature
downpipe just after the mini-catalytic convertor, and increases, resistance in the heater element increases.
before the main catalytic convertor. This allows the heater to maintain the optimum
Medium and Heavy Duty 8.0L V-10 Engine: operating temperature of approximately 930°-1100°F
Four sensors are used (2 upstream, 1 pre-catalyst (500°-600° C). Although the sensors operate the
and 1 post-catalyst). With this emission package, the same, there are physical differences, due to the envi-
1/1 upstream sensor (left side) is located in the left ronment that they operate in, that keep them from
exhaust downpipe before both the pre-catalyst sensor being interchangeable.
(1/2), and the main catalytic convertor. The 2/1 Maintaining correct sensor temperature at all times
upstream sensor (right side) is located in the right allows the system to enter into closed loop operation
exhaust downpipe before both the pre-catalyst sensor sooner. Also, it allows the system to remain in closed
(1/2), and the main catalytic convertor. The pre-cata- loop operation during periods of extended idle.
lyst sensor (1/2) is located after the 1/1 and 2/1 sen- In Closed Loop operation, the PCM monitors cer-
sors, and just before the main catalytic convertor. tain O2 sensor input(s) along with other inputs, and
The post-catalyst sensor (1/3) is located just after the adjusts the injector pulse width accordingly. During
main catalytic convertor. Open Loop operation, the PCM ignores the O2 sensor
input. The PCM adjusts injector pulse width based
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O2 SENSOR (Continued)
on preprogrammed (fixed) values and inputs from REMOVAL
other sensors. Never apply any type of grease to the oxygen
Upstream Sensors: Two upstream sensors are sensor electrical connector, or attempt any sol-
used (1/1 and 2/1). The 1/1 sensor is the first sensor dering of the sensor wiring harness. For sensor
to receive exhaust gases from the #1 cylinder. They operation, it must have a comparison source of
provide an input voltage to the PCM. The input tells oxygen from outside the exhaust system. This
the PCM the oxygen content of the exhaust gas. The fresh air is supplied to the sensor through its
PCM uses this information to fine tune fuel delivery pigtail wiring harness.
to maintain the correct oxygen content at the down- The O2S (oxygen sensors) are numbered 1/1, 1/2,
stream oxygen sensors. The PCM will change the air/ 1/3, 2/1 and 2/2.
fuel ratio until the upstream sensors input a voltage On HDC engines, the pre-catalyst/post catalyst
that the PCM has determined will make the down- O2S sensors are located at the inlet and outlet ends
stream sensors output (oxygen content) correct. of the catalytic converter (Fig. 39).
The upstream oxygen sensors also provide an input The 1/1 and 2/1 sensors are located before the
to determine mini-catalyst efficiency. Main catalytic mini-cats (Fig. 40). The 1/2 and 2/2 sensors are
convertor efficiency is not calculated with this pack- located after the mini-cats (Fig. 40).
age.
Downstream Sensors: Two downstream sensors
are used (1/2 and 2/2). The downstream sensors are
used to determine the correct air-fuel ratio. As the
oxygen content changes at the downstream sensor,
the PCM calculates how much air-fuel ratio change is
required. The PCM then looks at the upstream oxy-
gen sensor voltage, and changes fuel delivery until
the upstream sensor voltage changes enough to cor-
rect the downstream sensor voltage (oxygen content).
The downstream oxygen sensors also provide an
input to determine mini-catalyst efficiency. Main cat-
alytic convertor efficiency is not calculated with this
package.
Medium and Heavy Duty 8.0L V-10 Engine: Fig. 39 Pre-catalyst/Post catalyst Oxygen Sensors—
Four oxygen sensors are used (2 upstream, 1 pre-cat- HDC Engines
alyst and 1 post-catalyst). The upstream sensors (1/1 1 - POST CATALYST OXYGEN SENSOR (1/3)
and 2/1) will fine-tune the air-fuel ratio through the 2 - PRE-CATALYST OXYGEN SENSOR (1/2)
Powertrain Control Module (PCM). The pre-catalyst
(1/2) and post-catalyst (1/3) sensors will determine
catalytic convertor efficiency (efficiency of the main
catalytic convertor). This is also done through the
PCM.
Heavy Duty 5.9L Engine: Downstream sensors
are not used with this emissions package, meaning
catalytic convertor efficiency is not calculated with
this package. Two upstream sensors are used. The
left upstream sensor (1/1) will monitor cylinders 1, 3,
5 and 7. The right upstream sensor (2/1) will monitor
cylinders 2, 4, 6 and 8. The PCM monitors the oxy-
gen content of the sensors, and will fine-tune the air-
fuel ratio.
Engines equipped with either a downstream sen-
sor(s), or a post-catalytic sensor, will monitor cata-
lytic convertor efficiency. If efficiency is below
emission standards, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp
(MIL) will be illuminated and a Diagnostic Trouble Fig. 40 Oxygen Sensors—5.2L/5.9L California
Code (DTC) will be set. Refer to Monitored Systems Engines
in Emission Control Systems for additional informa-
tion.
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O2 SENSOR (Continued)
WARNING: THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD, EXHAUST OPERATION
PIPES AND CATALYTIC CONVERTER BECOME Filtered air from the air cleaner enters the intake
VERY HOT DURING ENGINE OPERATION. ALLOW manifold through the throttle body. The throttle body
ENGINE TO COOL BEFORE REMOVING OXYGEN contains an air control passage controlled by an Idle
SENSOR. Air Control (IAC) motor. The air control passage is
used to supply air for idle conditions. A throttle valve
(1) Raise and support the vehicle. (plate) is used to supply air for above idle conditions.
(2) Disconnect the wire connector from the O2S Certain sensors are attached to the throttle body.
sensor. The accelerator pedal cable, speed control cable and
transmission control cable (when equipped) are con-
CAUTION: When disconnecting the sensor electrical
nected to the throttle body linkage arm.
connector, do not pull directly on wire going into
A (factory adjusted) set screw is used to mechani-
sensor.
cally limit the position of the throttle body throttle
(3) Remove the O2S sensor with an oxygen sensor plate. Never attempt to adjust the engine idle
removal and installation tool. speed using this screw. All idle speed functions are
controlled by the PCM.
INSTALLATION
Threads of new oxygen sensors are factory coated REMOVAL - 3.9L/5.2L/5.9L
with anti-seize compound to aid in removal. DO A (factory adjusted) set screw is used to mechani-
NOT add any additional anti-seize compound to cally limit the position of the throttle body throttle
the threads of a new oxygen sensor. plate. Never attempt to adjust the engine idle
(1) Install the O2S sensor. Tighten to 30 N·m (22 speed using this screw. All idle speed functions are
ft. lbs.) torque. controlled by the powertrain control module (PCM).
(2) Connect the O2S sensor wire connector. (1) Remove the air cleaner.
(3) Lower the vehicle. (2) Disconnect throttle body electrical connectors
at MAP sensor, IAC motor and TPS (Fig. 41).
PTO SWITCH
DESCRIPTION
This Powertrain Control Module (PCM) input is
used only on models equipped with aftermarket
Power Take Off (PTO) units.
OPERATION
The input is used only to tell the PCM that the
PTO has been engaged. The PCM will disable (tem-
porarily shut down) certain OBD II diagnostic trou-
ble codes when the PTO is engaged.
When the aftermarket PTO switch has been
engaged, a 12V + signal is sent through circuit G113
to PCM pin A13. The PCM will then sense and deter-
mine that the PTO has been activated.
(6) Remove throttle body from intake manifold. plate. Never attempt to adjust the engine idle
(7) Discard old throttle body-to-intake manifold speed using this screw. All idle speed functions are
gasket. controlled by the powertrain control module (PCM).
(1) Clean the mating surfaces of the throttle body
REMOVAL - 8.0L and the intake manifold.
A (factory adjusted) set screw is used to mechani- (2) Install new throttle body-to-intake manifold
cally limit the position of the throttle body throttle gasket.
plate. Never attempt to adjust the engine idle (3) Install throttle body to intake manifold.
speed using this screw. All idle speed functions are (4) Install four mounting bolts. Tighten bolts to 23
controlled by the powertrain control module (PCM). N·m (200 in. lbs.) torque.
(1) Remove the air cleaner cover. (5) Install control cables.
(2) Remove the 4 air cleaner housing mounting (6) Install vacuum line to throttle body.
nuts and remove housing from throttle body. (7) Install electrical connectors.
(3) Disconnect throttle body electrical connectors (8) Install air cleaner.
at the IAC motor and TPS.
(4) Remove all control cables from throttle body INSTALLATION - 8.0L
(lever) arm. Refer to the Accelerator Pedal and Throt- A (factory adjusted) set screw is used to mechani-
tle Cable section of this group for additional informa- cally limit the position of the throttle body throttle
tion. plate. Never attempt to adjust the engine idle
(5) Remove four throttle body mounting nuts (Fig. speed using this screw. All idle speed functions are
43). controlled by the powertrain control module (PCM).
(6) Remove throttle body from intake manifold. (1) Clean the mating surfaces of the throttle body
(7) Discard old throttle body-to-intake manifold and the intake manifold.
gasket. (2) Install new throttle body-to-intake manifold
gasket.
INSTALLATION - 3.9L/5.2L/5.9L (3) Install throttle body to intake manifold.
A (factory adjusted) set screw is used to mechani- (4) Install four mounting nuts. Tighten nuts to 22
cally limit the position of the throttle body throttle N·m (192 in. lbs.) torque.
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THROTTLE BODY (Continued)
(5) Install control cables.
(6) Install electrical connectors.
(7) Install air cleaner housing to throttle body.
(8) Install 4 air cleaner housing mounting nuts.
Tighten nuts to 11 N·m (96 in. lbs.) torque.
(9) Install air cleaner housing cover.
INSTALLATION
(1) 3.9L/5.2L/5.9L Engines:
(a) Rotate and hold the throttle cam in the full
wide open position. Snap the cable end onto lever
pin (Fig. 44).
(b) Connect cable to throttle body mounting Fig. 45 Throttle Cable at Throttle Body—8.0L V-10
bracket (push down and lock). Engine
(c) Connect cable to fan shroud routing clip. 1 - PRESS TAB FOR CABLE REMOVAL
(2) 8.0L V-10 Engine: 2 - THROTTLE CABLE
3 - CABLE SOCKET
(a) Connect cable end socket to throttle body
4 - LEVER BALL
lever ball (snaps on) (Fig. 45).
5 - MOUNTING BRACKET
(b) Connect cable to throttle body mounting
bracket (push down and lock).
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THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE (Continued)
The PCM supplies approximately 5 volts to the
TPS. The TPS output voltage (input signal to the
PCM) represents the throttle blade position. The
PCM receives an input signal voltage from the TPS.
This will vary in an approximate range of from .26
volts at minimum throttle opening (idle), to 4.49 volts
at wide open throttle. Along with inputs from other
sensors, the PCM uses the TPS input to determine
current engine operating conditions. In response to
engine operating conditions, the PCM will adjust fuel
injector pulse width and ignition timing.
The PCM needs to identify the actions and position
of the throttle blade at all times. This information is
needed to assist in performing the following calcula-
tions:
• Ignition timing advance
Fig. 46 Cable Release • Fuel injection pulse-width
1 - TAB • Idle (learned value or minimum TPS)
• Off-idle (0.06 volt)
• Wide Open Throttle (WOT) open loop (2.608
(3) Install the remaining cable housing end into
volts above learned idle voltage)
and through the dash panel opening (snaps into posi-
• Deceleration fuel lean out
tion). The two plastic pinch tabs (Fig. 21) should lock
• Fuel cutoff during cranking at WOT (2.608 volts
the cable to dash panel.
above learned idle voltage)
(4) From inside the vehicle, hold up the accelera-
• A/C WOT cutoff (certain automatic transmis-
tor pedal. Install the throttle cable core wire and
sions only)
plastic cable retainer into and through the upper end
of the pedal arm (the plastic retainer is snapped into
the pedal arm). When installing the plastic retainer
REMOVAL - 3.9L/5.2L/5.9L
to the accelerator pedal arm, note the index tab on The TPS is located on the side of the throttle body.
the pedal arm (Fig. 21). Align the index slot on the (1) Remove air intake tube at throttle body.
plastic cable retainer to this index tab. (2) Disconnect TPS electrical connector.
(3) Remove two TPS mounting bolts (Fig. 47).
OPERATION
The TPS is a 3–wire variable resistor that provides
the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with an input
signal (voltage) that represents the throttle blade
position of the throttle body. The sensor is connected
to the throttle blade shaft. As the position of the
throttle blade changes, the resistance (output volt-
age) of the TPS changes. Fig. 47 TPS Mounting Bolts—3.9L/5.2L/5.9L Engines
1 - THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR
2 - MOUNTING SCREWS
REMOVAL - 8.0L
The TPS is located on the side of the throttle body
(Fig. 48).
(1) Remove air intake tube at air cleaner housing.
(2) Remove the air cleaner cover.
(3) Remove the 4 air cleaner housing mounting
nuts and remove housing from throttle body.
(4) Disconnect TPS electrical connector.
(5) Remove two TPS mounting bolts (Fig. 48).
INSTALLATION - 3.9L/5.2L/5.9L
The throttle shaft end of the throttle body slides
Fig. 50 Installation—Typical Mounting
into a socket in the TPS (Fig. 49). The TPS must be
installed so that it can be rotated a few degrees. If 1 - THROTTLE BODY
2 - THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR
the sensor will not rotate, install the sensor with the
3 - THROTTLE SHAFT
throttle shaft on the other side of the socket tangs.
4 - SOCKET LOCATING TANGS
The TPS will be under slight tension when rotated.
(1) Install the TPS and two retaining bolts.
(2) Tighten bolts to 7 N·m (60 in. lbs.) torque. (1) Install the TPS and two retaining bolts.
(3) Manually operate the throttle control lever by (2) Tighten bolts to 7 N·m (60 in. lbs.) torque.
hand to check for any binding of the TPS. (3) Manually operate the throttle control lever by
(4) Connect TPS electrical connector to TPS. hand to check for any binding of the TPS.
(5) Install air intake tube. (4) Connect TPS electrical connector to TPS.
(5) Install air cleaner housing to throttle body.
INSTALLATION - 8.0L (6) Install 4 air cleaner housing mounting nuts.
The throttle shaft end of the throttle body slides Tighten nuts to 11 N·m (96 in. lbs.) torque.
into a socket in the TPS (Fig. 50). The TPS must be (7) Install air cleaner housing cover.
(8) Install air intake tube to cover.
BR/BE FUEL INJECTION - GASOLINE 14 - 53
FUEL DELIVERY - DIESEL Also refer to the Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
or Engine Control Module sections.
Some fuel system components are shown in (Fig.
DESCRIPTION - DIESEL FUEL DELIVERY
1).
SYSTEM The fuel delivery system consists of the:
The fuel system on the Cummins 24 valve—Turbo • Accelerator pedal
Diesel Engine uses an electronic fuel injection • Air cleaner housing/element
pump with three control modules. • Fuel drain manifold (passage)
BR/BE FUEL DELIVERY - DIESEL 14 - 55
FUEL DELIVERY - DIESEL (Continued)
SPECIFICATIONS
FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURES—DIESEL ENGINES
DESCRIPTION PRESSURE
Fuel Transfer (Lift) Pump Pressure With Engine Minimum 69 kPa (10 psi)
Running
Fuel Transfer (Lift) Pump Pressure With Engine Minimum 48 kPa (7 psi)
Cranking
Fuel Injector “Pop Off” Pressure 31,026 kPa (310 bars) or (4500 psi 6 250 psi)
Fuel Injector Leak-Down Pressure Approximately 20 bars (291 psi) lower than pop
pressure
Fuel Pressure Drop Across Fuel Filter Test Ports 34 kPa max. (5 psi. max.) at 2500 rpm (rated rpm)
Overflow Valve Release Pressure 97 kPa max. (14 psi.) at 2500 rpm (rated rpm)
OPERATION
The fuel filter/water separator protects the fuel
injection pump by removing water and contaminants
Fuel Injector Remover—8318 from the fuel. The construction of the filter/separator
allows fuel to pass through it, but helps prevent
moisture (water) from doing so. Moisture collects at
the bottom of the canister.
Refer to the maintenance schedules for the recom-
mended fuel filter replacement intervals.
For draining of water from canister, refer to Fuel
Filter/Water Separator Removal/Installation section.
A Water-In-Fuel (WIF) sensor is attached to side of
canister. Refer to Water-In-Fuel Sensor Description/
Fuel Injector Tube (Connector) Remover—8324 Operation.
The fuel heater is installed into the top of the fil-
ter/separator housing. Refer to Fuel Heater Descrip-
tion/Operation.
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FUEL FILTER / WATER SEPARATOR (Continued)
REMOVAL
Refer to maintenance schedules in this manual for
recommended fuel filter replacement intervals.
Draining water from fuel filter/water separa-
tor housing:
The housing drain valve (Fig. 5) serves two pur-
poses. One is to partially drain filter housing of
excess water. The other is to completely drain hous-
ing for fuel filter, drain valve, heater element or
water-in-fuel sensor replacement.
The filter housing should be drained whenever
water-in-fuel warning lamp remains illuminated.
(Note that lamp will be illuminated for approxi-
mately two seconds when ignition key is initially
placed in ON position for a bulb check).
(1) A drain hose is located at bottom of drain valve
(Fig. 5). Place drain pan under drain hose.
(2) With engine not running, pull drain valve
handle upward to OPEN (DRAIN) position (Fig. 5).
Hold drain valve open until all water and contami-
nants have been removed and clean fuel exits drain
hose.
(3) If drain valve, fuel heater element or Water-In-
Fuel (WIF) sensor is being replaced, drain housing
completely. Dispose of mixture in drain pan according
to applicable regulations.
(4) After draining operation, push valve handle
downward to CLOSE position (Fig. 5).
Fig. 6 Fuel Filter/Water Separator Components
1 - CAP
2 - O-RING
3 - FUEL FILTER
4 - FUEL HEATER ELEMENT
5 - HOUSING
6 - O-RINGS
7 - DRAIN VALVE
8 - FUEL HEATER THERMOSTAT
9 - WATER-IN-FUEL SENSOR
INSTALLATION
Refer to maintenance schedules in this manual for
recommended fuel filter replacement intervals.
(1) Thoroughly clean inside of filter housing, filter
cap and all related components.
(2) Fuel Filter:
(a) Fill fuel filter housing with clean diesel fuel.
If filter housing (canister) is not filled with
clean diesel fuel before installation, manual
air bleeding of fuel system may be necessary
(temporary rough engine running may occur).
If necessary, refer to Air Bleed Procedures.
(b) Snap new filter into locking fingers on cap.
Hole in filter should face downward.
(c) Install new o-ring to cap.
(d) Apply a light film of clean diesel oil to cap
o-ring seal.
(e) Load filter and cap into housing.
(f) Tighten cap to 25 ft. lbs. torque. Do not over-
tighten cap.
Fig. 8 Fuel Filter/Water Separator Location (3) Water-In-Fuel (WIF) Sensor:
(a) Install new o-ring seal to WIF sensor.
1 - FUEL HEATER AND TEMP. SENSOR
2 - FUEL FILTER/WATER SEPARATOR
(b) Apply a light film of clean diesel oil to o-ring
3 - FUEL HEATER ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR seal.
(c) Install sensor into housing.
(d) Tighten sensor to 2–3 N·m (15–20 in. lbs.)
(c) Check condition of o-ring. torque.
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FUEL FILTER / WATER SEPARATOR (Continued)
(e) Connect electrical connector to WIF sensor.
(f) Install fuel filter. Refer to previous steps.
(4) Fuel Heater Element:
(a) Do not install fuel filter until heater element
is installed.
(b) Position heater element into filter housing
(fingers downward). Lock fingers into housing.
(c) Install new o-ring to electrical connector
(where connector passes through filter housing).
Apply a light film of clean diesel oil to o-ring seal.
Press this connector into filter housing until it
snaps into heater element.
(d) Install temperature sensor housing and 2
mounting screws to fuel filter housing.
(e) Connect electrical connector.
(f) Install fuel filter. Refer to previous steps.
(5) Drain Valve:
(a) Install 2 new o-rings to valve and filter hous-
ing.
(b) Apply a light film of clean diesel oil to both
seals.
(c) Position valve to filter housing.
(d) Install 4 mounting screws and tighten to 3–5 Fig. 9 Fuel Heater Location
N·m (30–40 in. lbs.) torque. 1 - FUEL HEATER AND TEMP. SENSOR
(e) Connect drain hose to drain valve. 2 - FUEL FILTER/WATER SEPARATOR
(f) Install fuel filter. Refer to previous steps. 3 - FUEL HEATER ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR
(6) Start engine and check for leaks.
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
The fuel heater/element/sensor assembly is located
inside of the fuel filter housing. Refer to Fuel Filter/
Water Separator Removal/Installation for procedures.
TESTING
Fig. 11 Power Distribution Center Location
(1) Disconnect electrical connector at sensor (Fig.
10). 1 - CLIP
2 - BATTERY
Turn key to ON position. 12 volts should be
3 - TRAY
present at red wire. If not, check fuel heater relay 4 - NEGATIVE CABLE
and related wiring. Refer to Relay Test—Fuel Heater. 5 - POSITIVE CABLE
If OK, proceed. 6 - CLIP
Turn key OFF. Check black wire in connector for 7 - FENDER INNER SHIELD
ground continuity with an ohmmeter. If continuity is 8 - POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTER
not present, correct open ground circuit. This test can
also be performed with a voltmeter by backprobing
black wire with it connected to sensor. Reconnect OPERATION
electrical connector and turn key ON. Voltage drop Battery voltage to operate the fuel heater element
should not exceed 2 volts (2 volts lower than checked is supplied from the ignition switch through the fuel
at 12V+ connector). If voltage is lower, check for dirty heater relay. The fuel heater element and fuel
heater relay are not computer controlled.
14 - 64 FUEL DELIVERY - DIESEL BR/BE
FUEL HEATER RELAY (Continued)
REMOVAL
CAUTION: Refer to Cleaning Fuel System Parts.
INSTALLATION
(1) Inspect pump mounting surfaces at pump and
Fig. 31 Cleaning Pump Mounting Flange mounting flange for nicks, cuts or damage. Inspect
1 - PUMP MOUNTING FLANGE
o-ring surfaces for nicks, cuts or damage.
(2) Clean injection pump mounting flange (Fig. 31)
at gear housing. Also clean front of injection pump.
(3) Install new rubber o-ring (Fig. 33) at pump
mounting area.
FUEL LINES
Fig. 36 Fuel Injection Pump Data Plate Location DESCRIPTION
1 - PUMP DATA PLATE All fuel lines up to the fuel injection pump are con-
sidered low-pressure. This includes the fuel lines
from: the fuel tank to the fuel transfer pump, and
the fuel transfer pump to the fuel injection pump.
The fuel return lines, the fuel drain manifold and the
fuel drain manifold lines are also considered low-
pressure lines. High-pressure lines are used between
14 - 74 FUEL DELIVERY - DIESEL BR/BE
FUEL LINES (Continued)
the fuel injection pump and the fuel injectors. Also PRESSURE CAN CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY IF
refer to High-Pressure Fuel Lines Description/Opera- CONTACT IS MADE WITH THE SKIN.
tion.
REMOVAL
High-pressure lines are used between the fuel
injection pump and the fuel injectors only. All high-
pressure fuel lines are of the same length and inside
diameter. Correct high-pressure fuel line usage and
installation is critical to smooth engine operation.
INSTALLATION
High-pressure lines are used between the fuel
injection pump and the fuel injectors only. All high-
pressure fuel lines are of the same length and inside
diameter. Correct high-pressure fuel line usage and
Fig. 46 High-Pressure Fuel Lines
installation is critical to smooth engine operation.
CAUTION: WHEN LOOSENING OR TIGHTENING
HIGH-PRESSURE FITTINGS AT INJECTION PUMP, CAUTION: Be sure that the high-pressure fuel lines
USE A BACK-UP WRENCH ON DELIVERY VALVE AT are installed in the same order that they were
PUMP. DO NOT ALLOW DELIVERY VALVE TO removed.
ROTATE.
(1) Lubricate threads of injector line fittings with
(17) Loosen high-pressure line fittings at injection clean engine oil.
pump (Fig. 47) beginning with cylinders 1, 2 and 4. (2) Loosen, but do not remove, all fuel line support
(18) Loosen high-pressure lines at cylinder head bracket bolts.
for cylinders 1, 2 and 4 (Fig. 46).
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FUEL LINES (Continued)
(3) Install rear injection line bundle beginning (21) Connect front wiring clip (Fig. 41) to cable
with cylinder head (fuel injector) connections, fol- bracket housing.
lowed by injection pump connections. Tighten all fit- (22) Install cable cover (Fig. 39).
tings finger tight. (23) Connect both negative battery cables to both
(4) Tighten fittings at fuel injector ends for cylin- batteries.
ders number 6 and 5 to 38 N·m (28 ft. lbs.) torque. (24) Bleed air from fuel system. Do this at fuel
Do not tighten number 3 line at this time. It injector ends of lines. Use cylinders numbers 1, 3 and
will be tightened during bleeding procedure. 4 for bleeding . (Refer to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL
(5) Tighten 3 fittings at fuel injection pump ends DELIVERY - STANDARD PROCEDURE). After
to 24 N·m (18 ft. lbs.) torque. bleeding, tighten fittings to 38 N·m (28 ft. lbs.)
(6) Install front injection line bundle beginning torque.
with cylinder head (fuel injector) connections, fol- (25) Check lines/fittings for leaks.
lowed by injection pump connections. Tighten all fit-
tings finger tight.
(7) Tighten fitting at fuel injector end for cylinder FUEL TANK
number 2 to 38 N·m (28 ft. lbs.) torque. Do not
tighten lines number 1 or 4 at this time. They DESCRIPTION - DIESEL FUEL TANK
will be tightened during bleeding procedure. The fuel tank is similar to the tank used with gas-
(8) Tighten remaining 3 fittings at fuel injection oline powered models. The tank is equipped with a
pump ends to 24 N·m (18 ft. lbs.) torque. separate fuel return line and a different fuel tank
(9) Install fuel line support bracket bolts to intake module for diesel powered models. A fuel tank
manifold and tighten to 24 N·m (18 ft. lbs.) torque. mounted, electric fuel pump is not used with diesel
powered models. Refer to Fuel Tank Module for addi-
CAUTION: Be sure fuel lines are not contacting tional information.
each other or any other component. Noise will For removal and installation procedures, refer to
result. Fuel Tank - Gasoline Engines.
INSTALLATION
CAUTION: Whenever the fuel tank module is ser-
viced, the rubber gasket must be replaced.
(3) The plastic fuel tank module locknut is FUEL TRANSFER PUMP
threaded onto fuel tank (Fig. 39). Install Special Tool
6856 to locknut and remove locknut (Fig. 49). The
fuel tank module will spring up when locknut is
DESCRIPTION
The fuel transfer pump (fuel lift pump) is located
removed.
on the left-rear side of the engine cylinder block
(4) Remove module from fuel tank.
above the starter motor (Fig. 50). The 12–volt electric
vane-type pump is operated and controlled by the
Engine Control Module (ECM) (Fig. 51).
OPERATION
The purpose of the fuel transfer pump is to supply
(transfer) a low-pressure fuel source: from the fuel
tank, through the fuel filter/water separator and to
the fuel injection pump. Here, the low-pressure is
raised to a high-pressure by the fuel injection pump
for operation of the high-pressure fuel injectors.
Check valves within the pump, control direction of
fuel flow and prevent fuel bleed-back during engine
shut down.
Normal current flow to the pump is 12 amperes.
With the engine running, the pump has 2 modes of
Fig. 49 Locknut Removal/Installation—TYPICAL operation: Mode 1: 100 percent duty-cycle with a
MODULE minimum pressure of 10 psi except when the
1 - SPECIAL TOOL 6856 engine is cranking. Mode 2: 25 percent duty-cycle
2 - LOCKNUT with minimum pressure of 7 psi with the engine
cranking
The 25 percent duty-cycle is used to limit injection
pump inlet pressure until the engine is running.
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FUEL TRANSFER PUMP (Continued)
REMOVAL INSTALLATION
The fuel transfer pump (fuel lift pump) is located The fuel transfer pump (fuel lift pump) is located
on left side of engine, below and rearward of fuel fil- on left side of engine, below and rearward of fuel fil-
ter (Fig. 57). ter (Fig. 57).
(1) Install new gaskets to fuel supply line/support
bracket and banjo bolt at rear of pump. Install line
and banjo bolt to pump. Do not tighten banjo bolt at
this time.
(2) Install new gaskets to fuel line and banjo bolt
at front of pump.
(3) Position 3 pump studs into pump mounting
bracket and install 3 nuts. Do not tighten nuts at
this time.
(4) Install support bracket bolt (Fig. 57). Do not
tighten bolt at this time.
(5) Tighten 3 pump nuts to 12 N·m (9 ft. lbs.)
torque.
(6) Tighten both banjo bolts to 24 N·m (18 ft. lbs.)
torque.
(7) Tighten support bracket bolt 12 N·m (9 ft. lbs.)
torque.
(8) Connect electrical connector to pump (Fig. 57).
(9) Connect fuel line quick-connect fitting to fuel
supply line at rear of pump.
(10) Install starter motor. Refer to Starter Remov-
al/Installation in 8, Starting for procedures.
(11) Connect both negative battery cables at both
Fig. 57 Fuel Transfer Pump Location
batteries.
1 - OIL PRESSURE SENSOR
(12) Bleed air at fuel supply line at side of fuel
2 - PUMP BRACKET NUTS (3)
injection pump. Refer to the Air Bleed Procedure.
3 - SUPPORT BRACKET BOLT
4 - BANJO BOLT (REAR)
(13) Start engine and check for leaks.
5 - FUEL SUPPLY LINE
6 - ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR
7 - BANJO BOLT (FRONT) OVERFLOW VALVE
8 - FUEL TRANSFER PUMP
DESCRIPTION
(1) Disconnect both negative battery cables at both The overflow valve is located on the side of the
batteries. injection pump (Fig. 58). It is also used to connect
(2) Thoroughly clean area around transfer pump the fuel return line (banjo fitting) to the fuel injection
and fuel lines of any contamination. pump.
(3) Remove starter motor. Refer to Starter Remov-
al/Installation in 8, Starting System for procedures. OPERATION
(4) Place a drain pan below the pump. Fuel volume from the fuel transfer (lift) pump will
(5) Disconnect fuel line quick-connect fitting at always provide more fuel than the fuel injection
fuel supply line (Fig. 57) at rear of pump. pump requires. The overflow valve (a check valve) is
(6) Remove support bracket bolt at top of pump used to route excess fuel through the fuel return line
(Fig. 57). and back to the fuel tank. Approximately 70% of sup-
(7) Remove front and rear banjo bolts at pump plied fuel is returned to the fuel tank. The valve
(Fig. 57). opens at approximately 97 kPa (14 psi). If the check
(8) Disconnect electrical connector at side of pump valve within the assembly is sticking open, fuel
(Fig. 57). drainage of the injection pump could cause hard
(9) Remove three pump bracket nuts (Fig. 57) and starting.
remove pump from vehicle.
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OVERFLOW VALVE (Continued)
If a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) has been stored (2) Remove valve from pump and banjo fitting.
for “decreased engine performance due to high injec- (3) Discard old sealing gaskets.
tion pump fuel temperature”, the overflow valve may (4) Set regulated air pressure to approximately 97
be stuck in closed position. kPa (14–16 psi).
(5) Using blow gun, apply pressure to overflow
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - OVERFLOW VALVE valve inlet end (end that goes into injection pump).
Fuel volume from the fuel transfer (lift) pump will (6) Internal check valve should release, and air
always provide more fuel than the fuel injection should pass through valve at 97 kPa (14–16 psi). If
pump requires. The overflow valve (a check valve) is not, replace valve.
used to route excess fuel through the fuel return line (7) Reduce regulated air pressure to 10 psi and
and back to the fuel tank. Approximately 70% of sup- observe valve. Valve should stay shut. If not, replace
plied fuel is returned to the fuel tank. The valve is valve.
located on the side of the injection pump (Fig. 59). It (8) Install new sealing gaskets to valve.
is also used to connect the fuel return line (banjo fit- (9) Install valve through banjo fitting and into
ting) to the fuel injection pump. The valve opens at pump.
approximately 97 kPa (14 psi). If the check valve (10) Tighten to 30 N·m (24 ft. lbs.) torque.
within the assembly is sticking, low engine power or
hard starting may result. REMOVAL
If a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) has been stored The overflow valve (pressure relief valve) is located
for “decreased engine performance due to high injec- at the outside of fuel injection pump (Fig. 60). It con-
tion pump fuel temperature”, the overflow valve may nects the fuel return line (banjo fitting) to the pump.
be stuck in closed position. The valve has no internal serviceable parts and must
A rubber tipped blow gun with regulated air line be replaced as an assembly. Two sealing gaskets are
pressure is needed for this test. used. One gasket is located between pump and banjo
(1) Clean area around overflow valve and fuel fitting. The other is located between the banjo fitting
return line at injection pump before removal. and end of valve.
BR/BE FUEL DELIVERY - DIESEL 14 - 85
OVERFLOW VALVE (Continued)
REMOVAL
The Water-In-Fuel (WIF) sensor is located at the
side of fuel filter/water separator canister. Refer to
Fuel Filter/Water Separator Removal/Installation for
WIF sensor removal/installation procedures.
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FUEL DRAIN MANIFOLD (1) Disconnect both negative battery cables at both
batteries.
(2) Remove starter motor. Refer to Group 8B for
DESCRIPTION
procedures.
The fuel drain manifold is actually a rifled passage
(3) Disconnect fitting at “T” (Fig. 63).
within the cylinder head (Fig. 62).
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DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - BOOST PRESSURE (1) Obtain two 6828 fuel pressure test gauges
Two pressure gauges attached at two different (equivalent gauges are OK). Gauge Consistency
points are required for this test. Test: Connect the gauges together to a common pres-
sure source and verify pressure consistency of both
gauges. Do this consistency test at approximately 206
kPa (30 psi). If pressures are different, they can still
be used for test. Note and record differences in pres-
sures before testing. Make adjustments as necessary.
(2) Remove 3/4” pipe plug fitting at rear of intake
manifold (Fig. 2). Temporarily replace this fitting
with fitting reducer to adapt to pressure gauge.
Note: This pipe plug is located to front of MAP
sensor. Do not remove plug to rear of MAP sen-
sor. This is a COOLANT passage plug.
(3) Loosen hose clamp and disconnect rubber sig-
nal line (Fig. 3) from 1/8” brass fitting at front of tur-
bocharger.
(4) Remove 1/8” brass fitting (Fig. 3) from turbo-
charger. Temporarily replace this fitting with a 1/8”
“T” fitting to adapt to pressure gauge.
(5) Reattach signal line to temporary “T”.
(6) Attach first pressure gauge to intake manifold
Fig. 2 Boost Pressure Test at Intake Manifold fitting.
(7) Attach second pressure gauge to “T” fitting at
1 - REAR OF INTAKE MANIFOLD
2 - 3/49 PIPE PLUG
turbocharger.
Engine must be at rated RPM and full load for the
test.
If gauge pressure differential is greater than 3 psi
(6 in. Hg), check intercooler and associated piping for
restrictions, plugging or damage.
Maximum pressure at intake manifold (rated rpm
and load) is 36–37 in/hg 6 3 in/hg (17.7–18.2 psi 6
1.5 psi).
Wastegate should open at no higher than 38.7
in/hg (19 psi) at wide open throttle, full load. If
wastegate is out of adjustment, a DTC may have
been set. Refer to Wastegate Adjustment in Engines
for adjustment procedures.
SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE - DIESEL ENGINE
ACCELERATOR PEDAL
POSITION SENSOR
DESCRIPTION
The APPS assembly is located at the top-left-front
of the engine (Fig. 4). A plastic cover is used to cover
the assembly. The actual sensor is located behind its
mounting bracket (Fig. 5).
Fig. 6 Cable/Lever/Linkage/Cover
Fig. 8 APPS Assembly
1 - CABLE/LEVER/LINKAGE COVER
1 - LEVER
2 - PUSH UP LOWER TAB
2 - MOUNTING BOLTS (6)
3 - SCREWS/CLIPS (2)
3 - WIRE HARNESS CLIP
4 - TAB PUSH HERE
4 - CALIBRATION SCREWS (NO ADJUSTMENT)
5 - APPS ASSEMBLY
INSTALLATION
The APPS is serviced (replaced) as one assembly
including the lever, brackets and sensor. The APPS is
calibrated to its mounting bracket. The APPS assem-
bly is located at left-front of engine below plastic
cable/lever/linkage cover (Fig. 6).
(1) Snap electrical connector into bottom of sensor.
(2) Position APPS assembly to engine and install 6
bolts. Tighten bolts to 12 N·m (105 in. lbs.) torque. Fig. 10 Fuel Injector Location
(3) Connect wiring harness clip (Fig. 8) at bottom 1 - CLAMP
of bracket. 2 - FUEL INJECTOR
(4) If equipped with an automatic transmission, 3 - BORED HOLE
refer to Group 21, Transmission for transmission con- 4 - SHIM
trol cable installation procedures. 5 - BOLTS
(5) Install speed control cable into mounting
bracket. Be sure pinch tabs (Fig. 7) have secured
cable.
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FUEL INJECTOR (Continued)
OPERATION
High-pressure fuel is supplied from the injection
pump, through a high-pressure fuel line, through a
steel connector and into the fuel injector. When fuel
pressure rises to approximately 31,026 kPa (4,500
psi), the needle valve spring tension is overcome. The
needle valve rises and fuel flows through the spray
holes in the nozzle tip into the combustion chamber.
The pressure required to lift the needle valve is the
nozzle opening pressure. This is sometimes referred
to as the “pop” pressure setting.
Each fuel injector is connected to each high-pres-
sure fuel line with a steel connector (Fig. 11). This
steel connector is positioned into the cylinder head
and sealed with an o-ring. The connectors are sealed
to the high-pressure fuel lines with fittings (Fig. 11).
The ferrule (Fig. 11) on the end of the high-pressure
fuel line pushes against the steel connector when the
fuel line fitting is torqued into the cylinder head. Fig. 12 Fuel Injector Spray Pattern
This torquing force provides a sealing pressure
1 - INJECTOR
between both the fuel line-to-connector and the fuel
2 - CLEARANCE
connector-to-fuel injector. The fitting torque is 3 - SHIM
very critical. If the fitting is under torqued, the 4 - NOZZLE
mating surfaces will not seal and a high-pressure
fuel leak will result. If the fitting is over torqued, the
connector and injector will deform and also cause a
high-pressure fuel leak. This leak will be inside the
cylinder head and will not be visible. The result will
be a possible fuel injector miss-fire and low power.
Fig. 11 Fuel Injector Connections The fuel injectors use hole type nozzles (Fig. 12).
1 - CONNECTOR High-pressure flows into the side of the injector and
2 - O-RING causes the injector needle to lift and fuel to be
3 - FERRULE
injected. The clearances in the nozzle bore (Fig. 12)
4 - FITTING
are extremely small and any sort of dirt or contami-
5 - FUEL LINE
6 - INJECTOR
nants will cause the injector to stick. Because of this,
it is very important to do a thorough cleaning of any
lines before opening up any fuel system component.
BR/BE FUEL INJECTION - DIESEL 14 - 95
FUEL INJECTOR (Continued)
Always cover or cap any open fuel connections before A leak in injection pump-to-injector high-pressure
a fuel system repair is performed. fuel line can cause many of same symptoms as mal-
Each fuel injector connector tube contains an edge functioning injector. Inspect for leaks in high-pressure
filter (Fig. 13) that breaks up small contaminants lines before checking for malfunctioning fuel injector.
that enter the injector. The edge filter uses the injec-
tors pulsating high-pressure to break up most parti- WARNING: THE INJECTION PUMP SUPPLIES HIGH-
cles so they are small enough to pass through the PRESSURE FUEL OF UP TO APPROXIMATELY
injector. The edge filters are not a substitute for 120,000 kPa (17,400 psi) TO EACH INDIVIDUAL
proper cleaning and covering of all fuel system INJECTOR THROUGH HIGH-PRESSURE LINES. FUEL
components during repair. UNDER THIS AMOUNT OF PRESSURE CAN PENE-
The bottom of each fuel injector is sealed to the TRATE SKIN AND CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY. WEAR
cylinder head with a 1.5mm thick copper shim (gas- SAFETY GOGGLES AND ADEQUATE PROTECTIVE
ket) (Fig. 12). The correct thickness shim must CLOTHING. AVOID CONTACT WITH FUEL SPRAY
always be re-installed after removing an injector. WHEN BLEEDING HIGH-PRESSURE FUEL LINES.
Fuel pressure in the injector circuit decreases after
injection. The injector needle valve is immediately
WARNING: DO NOT BLEED AIR FROM FUEL SYS-
closed by the needle valve spring and fuel flow into
TEM OF A HOT ENGINE. DO NOT ALLOW FUEL TO
the combustion chamber is stopped. Exhaust gases
SPRAY ONTO EXHAUST MANIFOLD WHEN BLEED-
are prevented from entering the injector nozzle by
ING AIR FROM FUEL SYSTEM.
the needle valve.
Fig. 27 Air Intake Housing (Front View) INTAKE AIR HEATER RELAY
1 - GROUND CABLE BOLT
2 - INTAKE AIR HOUSING DESCRIPTION
3 - CABLE BRACKET HOUSING BOLTS (3) The 2 intake manifold air heater relays are located
4 - GROUND CABLE
in the engine compartment, attached to the left inner
fender below the left battery (Fig. 29).
OPERATION INSTALLATION
The Engine Control Module (ECM) operates the 2 The relays are located in engine compartment,
heating elements through the 2 intake manifold air bolted to left inner fender below left battery (Fig. 30).
heater relays. (1) Install relay assembly to inner fender. Tighten
Refer to Powertrain Diagnostic Procedures for an mounting bolts to 4.5 N·m (40 in. lbs.) torque.
electrical operation and complete description of the (2) Connect eight electrical connectors to relays.
intake heaters, including pre-heat and post-heat (3) Connect battery cables to both batteries.
cycles.
REMOVAL - DIESEL
The IAT sensor is located in the left/rear side of
the intake manifold (Fig. 32).
MAP SENSOR
The IAT sensor is located in the left/rear side of
the intake manifold (Fig. 32). DESCRIPTION - DIESEL
(1) Disconnect electrical connector from IAT sensor The MAP sensor is installed into the rear of the
(Fig. 32). intake manifold (Fig. 31).
(2) Remove IAT sensor from intake manifold (Fig.
33). OPERATION - DIESEL
(3) Discard sensor o-ring (Fig. 33). The MAP sensor reacts to air pressure changes in
the intake manifold. It provides an input voltage to
INSTALLATION - DIESEL the Engine Control Module (ECM). As pressure
The IAT sensor is located in the left/rear side of changes, MAP sensor voltage will change. The
the intake manifold (Fig. 32). change in MAP sensor voltage results in a different
(1) Clean sensor mounting hole (Fig. 33) of rust or input voltage to the ECM. The ECM uses this input,
contaminants. along with inputs from other sensors to provide fuel
(2) Install new o-ring to sensor. Apply clean engine timing, fuel control and engine protection. Engine
oil to sensor o-ring and sensor threads. protection is used to derate (drop power off) the
(3) Install IAT sensor into intake manifold. engine if turbocharger pressure becomes to high.
Tighten to 14 N·m (10 ft. lbs.) torque.
(4) Connect sensor electrical connector.
14 - 104 FUEL INJECTION - DIESEL BR/BE
MAP SENSOR (Continued)
INSTALLATION
The MAP sensor is located in the left/rear side of
the intake manifold (Fig. 34).
(1) Clean sensor mounting hole (Fig. 35) of rust or
contaminants.
(2) Install new o-ring to sensor. Apply clean engine
oil to sensor o-ring and sensor threads.
(3) Install MAP sensor into intake manifold.
Tighten to 14 N·m (10 ft. lbs.) torque.
(4) Connect sensor electrical connector.
PTO SWITCH
OPERATION
This Engine Control Module (ECM) input is used
Fig. 34 MAP Sensor Location
only on models equipped with aftermarket Power
1 - MANIFOLD AIR PRESSURE (MAP) SENSOR Take Off (PTO) units.
2 - REAR OF CYLINDER HEAD
The input is used to tell the ECM that the PTO
3 - IAT SENSOR
has been engaged. When engaged, the ECM will dis-
4 - ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR
5 - ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR
able certain OBD II functions until the PTO has been
turned off.
STEERING
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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STEERING COLUMN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 GEAR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 PUMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 LINKAGE - 2WD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
POWER STEERING SYSTEM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 LINKAGE - 4WD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
POWER STEERING FLOW AND PRESSURE . . .4
STEERING
DESCRIPTION
The power steering system consist of a steering col-
umn, steering gear and hydraulic pump. The gear is
mounted to the frame rail and attaches to the steer-
ing linkage. The pump is a constant flow rate and
displacement vane-type pump. The pump supplies
hydraulic fluid pressure to the power steering gear
(Fig. 1).
Vehicles equipped with trailer tow option have a
power steering pump oil cooler.
OPERATION
The gear acts as a rolling thread between the
worm shaft and rack piston. The worm shaft is sup-
ported by a thrust bearing at the lower end and a
bearing assembly at the upper end. When the worm
shaft is turned from input from the steering column
the rack piston moves. The rack piston teeth mesh
with the pitman shaft. Turning the worm shaft, turns
the pitman shaft, which turns the steering linkage. Fig. 1 Power Steering Gear & Pump
1 - HYDRAULIC PUMP ASSEMBLY
2 - RETURN LINE HOSE ASSEMBLY
3 - FITTINGS
4 - STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY (RECIRCULATING BALL GEAR
SHOWN)
5 - PRESSURE HOSE ASSEMBLY
19 - 2 STEERING BR/BE
STEERING (Continued)
STEERING NOISE
OBJECTIONAL HISS OR 1. Steering intermediate shaft to dash panel 1. Check and repair seal at dash
WHISTLE seal. panel.
EXCESSIVE PLAY IN STEERING 1. Worn or loose suspension or 1. Inspect and repair as necessary.
WHEEL steering components.
2. Worn or loose wheel bearings. 2. Inspect and repair or adjust
bearings.
3. Steering gear mounting. 3. Tighten gear mounting bolts to
specification.
4. Gear out of adjustment. 4. Adjust gear to specification.
5. Worn or loose steering coupler. 5. Inspect and replace as
necessary.
19 - 4 STEERING BR/BE
STEERING (Continued)
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - POWER STEERING (3) Connect pressure gauge hose from the Power
Steering Analyzer to Tube 6844.
FLOW AND PRESSURE
(4) Connect Adapter 6826 to Power Steering Ana-
The following procedure is used to test the opera-
lyzer test valve end.
tion of the power steering system on the vehicle. This
(5) Connect the power steering hose from the
test will provide the flow rate of the power steering
steering gear to Adapter 6826.
pump along with the maximum relief pressure. Per-
form test any time a power steering system problem WITH HYDRAULIC BOOSTER
is present. This test will determine if the power
(1) Remove high pressure hose which goes to the
steering pump or power steering gear is not function-
steering gear from the tube coming out of the booster.
ing properly. The following pressure and flow test is
(2) Connect Adapter 6826 to the Power Steering
performed using Power Steering Analyzer Tool kit
Analyzer pressure gauge hose.
6815 (Fig. 2) and Adapter Kit 6893.
(3) Connect pressure gauge hose to the tube com-
ing out of the booster.
(4) Connect Tube 6844 to the steering gear hose
and Power Steering Analyzer test valve end.
COLUMN
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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COLUMN
DESCRIPTION
The tilt and standard column (Fig. 1) has been
designed to be serviced as an assembly; less wiring,
switches, shrouds, steering wheel, etc. Most steering
column components can be serviced without remov-
ing the steering column from the vehicle.
SERVICE PRECAUTIONS
Safety goggles should be worn at all times when
working on steering columns.
To service the steering wheel, switches or the air-
bag, refer to the WARNINGS and CAUTIONS below.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to remove the pivot pins CAUTION: Ensure the puller bolts are fully engaged
to disassemble the tilting mechanism. Do not into the steering wheel and not into the clock-
remove shaft lock plate, plate retainer, park lock spring, before attempting to remove the wheel. Fail-
link or slider. This will damage the column (Fig. 2) ure to do so may damage the steering wheel.
and (Fig. 3) .
(5) Remove the shift link rod in the engine com-
partment (if equipped). Pry the rod out from the
grommet in the shift lever.
(6) Scribe or paint reference mark on the column
shaft-to-coupler. This will aid in column shaft instal-
lation alignment. Remove the steering column shaft-
to-coupler bolt (Fig. 4).
(7) Remove the steering column opening cover/
knee blocker, (Refer to 23 - BODY/INSTRUMENT
PANEL/STEERING COLUMN OPENING COVER -
REMOVAL).
(8) Remove the PRNDL cable on column shift vehi-
cles. Put the shift lever in Park position. Pull the
cable and twist to remove from the position arm.
Push the tab up on bottom of the cable retainer, then
squeeze sides to remove retainer from the column
Fig. 2 Observe Cautions
(Fig. 5).
1 - CAUTION: NEVER REMOVE IGNITION LOCKING LINK
(9) Remove the tilt lever (if equipped) from the col-
2 - CAUTION: NEVER REMOVE PARK LOCK SLIDER
umn.
3 - CAUTION: NEVER REMOVE SHAFT LOCK PLATE
(10) Remove the upper and lower lock housing
shroud and remove the lower fixed shroud.
REMOVAL (11) Remove the turn signal multi-function switch
(1) Position the front wheels straight ahead. connector with a 7mm socket (Fig. 6).
(2) Disconnect the negative (ground) cable from (12) Loosen the upper Support Bracket nuts to
the battery. allow some slack. This will aid in removal of the
upper fixed shroud.
19 - 8 COLUMN BR/BE
COLUMN (Continued)
SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE CHART
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
KEY-IN IGNITION SWITCH driver door ajar switch is closed (driver door is open).
The key-in ignition switch opens the ground path
when the key is removed from the ignition lock cyl-
DESCRIPTION
inder. The ground path is also opened when the
The key-in ignition switch is integral to the igni-
driver door ajar switch is open (driver door is closed).
tion switch, which is mounted on the right side of the
The key-in ignition switch cannot be repaired and,
steering column. It closes a path to ground for the
if faulty or damaged, the entire ignition switch must
Central Timer Module (CTM) when the ignition key
be replaced,(Refer to 19 - STEERING/COLUMN/IG-
is inserted in the ignition lock cylinder and the
NITION SWITCH - REMOVAL).
19 - 10 COLUMN BR/BE
KEY-IN IGNITION SWITCH (Continued)
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - IGNITION SWITCH mechanism within the steering column may be defec-
tive. This mechanism is not serviceable. If repair is
AND KEY LOCK CYLINDER
necessary, the steering column assembly must be
replaced. (Refer to 19 - STEERING/COLUMN -
ELECTRICAL DIAGNOSIS
REMOVAL).
For ignition switch electrical schematics, refer to
Ignition Switch in the appropriate section of Electri-
cal Wiring Diagrams. LOCK CYLINDER HOUSING
MECHANICAL DIAGNOSIS (KEY DIFFICULT TO REMOVAL
ROTATE) The ignition key must be in the key cylinder for
Vehicles equipped with an automatic trans- cylinder removal.
mission and a floor mounted shifter: a cable is (1) Disconnect negative cable from battery.
used to connect the interlock device in the steering (2) If equipped with tilt column, remove tilt lever
column assembly, to the transmission floor shift by turning it counterclockwise.
lever. This interlock device is used to lock the trans- (3) Remove upper and lower covers (shrouds) from
mission shifter in the PARK position when the key steering column (Fig. 8).
lock cylinder is rotated to the LOCKED or ACCES-
SORY position. The interlock device within the steer-
ing column is not serviceable. If repair is necessary,
the steering column assembly must be replaced.
(Refer to 19 - STEERING/COLUMN - REMOVAL).
If the ignition key is difficult to rotate to or from
the LOCK or ACCESSORY position, it may not be
the fault of the key cylinder or the steering column
components. The brake transmission shift interlock
cable may be out of adjustment. Refer to Brake
Transmission Shift Interlock Cable Adjustment in
Transmissions for adjustment procedures.
Vehicles equipped with an automatic trans-
mission and a steering column mounted shifter:
an interlock device is located within the steering col-
umn. This interlock device is used to lock the trans-
mission shifter in the PARK position when the key
lock cylinder is in the LOCKED or ACCESSORY
position. If it is difficult to rotate the key to or from
the LOCK or ACCESSORY position, the interlock
device within the steering column may be defective.
This device is not serviceable. If repair is necessary,
the steering column assembly must be replaced.
Fig. 8 Shroud Removal/Installation—Typical
(Refer to 19 - STEERING/COLUMN - REMOVAL).
1 - NUT
Vehicles equipped with a manual transmis-
2 - STEERING WHEEL
sion and a floor mounted shifter: on certain mod-
3 - TILT LEVER
els, a lever is located on the steering column behind 4 - UPPER SHROUD
the ignition key lock cylinder. The lever must be 5 - PANEL BRACKET
manually operated to allow rotation of the ignition 6 - SPACER
key lock cylinder to the LOCK or ACCESSORY posi- 7 - NUT
tion. If it is difficult to rotate the key to the LOCK or 8 - LOWER SHROUD
ACCESSORY position, the lever mechanism may be 9 - CLOCK SPRING
defective. This mechanism is not serviceable. If
repair is necessary, the steering column assembly (4) If equipped with automatic transmission, place
must be replaced. (Refer to 19 - STEERING/COL- shifter in PARK position.
UMN - REMOVAL). (5) A retaining pin (Fig. 9) is located at side of key
On other models, the ignition key cylinder must be cylinder assembly.
depressed to allow it to be rotated into the LOCK or (a) Rotate key to RUN position.
ACCESSORY position. If it is difficult to rotate the
key to the LOCK or ACCESSORY position, the lock
BR/BE COLUMN 19 - 11
LOCK CYLINDER HOUSING (Continued)
(b) Press in on retaining pin while pulling key If the ignition key is difficult to rotate to or from
cylinder from ignition switch. the LOCK or ACCESSORY position, it may not be
the fault of the key cylinder or the steering column
components. The brake transmission shift interlock
cable may be out of adjustment. Refer to Brake
Transmission Shift Interlock Cable Adjustment in
Group 21, Transmissions for adjustment procedures.
Vehicles equipped with an automatic trans-
mission and a steering column mounted shifter:
an interlock device is located within the steering col-
umn. This interlock device is used to lock the trans-
mission shifter in the PARK position when the key
lock cylinder is in the LOCKED or ACCESSORY
position. If it is difficult to rotate the key to or from
the LOCK or ACCESSORY position, the interlock
device within the steering column may be defective.
This device is not serviceable. If repair is necessary,
the steering column assembly must be replaced.
(Refer to 19 - STEERING/COLUMN - REMOVAL).
Vehicles equipped with a manual transmis-
Fig. 9 Retaining Pin sion and a floor mounted shifter: on certain mod-
1 - IGNITION SWITCH
els, a lever is located on the steering column behind
2 - KEY/KEY CYLINDER (RUN POSITION) the ignition key lock cylinder. The lever must be
3 - RETAINING PIN manually operated to allow rotation of the ignition
key lock cylinder to the LOCK or ACCESSORY posi-
tion. If it is difficult to rotate the key to the LOCK or
INSTALLATION ACCESSORY position, the lever mechanism may be
The ignition key must be in the key cylinder for defective. This mechanism is not serviceable. If
cylinder installation. repair is necessary, the steering column assembly
(1) Install the lock cylinder into the housing using must be replaced. (Refer to 19 - STEERING/COL-
care to align the end of the lock cylinder with the UMN - REMOVAL).
ignition switch. On other models, the ignition key cylinder must be
(2) Push the lock cylinder in until it clicks. depressed to allow it to be rotated into the LOCK or
ACCESSORY position. If it is difficult to rotate the
key to the LOCK or ACCESSORY position, the lock
IGNITION SWITCH mechanism within the steering column may be defec-
tive. This mechanism is not serviceable. If repair is
DESCRIPTION necessary, the steering column assembly must be
The electrical ignition switch is located on the replaced. (Refer to 19 - STEERING/COLUMN -
steering column. It is used as the main on/off switch- REMOVAL).
ing device for most electrical components. The
mechanical key lock cylinder is used to engage/disen- DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - IGNITION SWITCH
gage the electrical ignition switch.
TEST AND REPAIR
OPERATION If the key removal effort is excessive on a vehicle
Vehicles equipped with an automatic trans- with a automatic transmission first adjust the shift
mission and a floor mounted shifter: a cable is linkage, (Refer to 21 - TRANSMISSION/TRAN-
used to connect the interlock device in the steering SAXLE/AUTOMATIC - 42RE/GEAR SHIFT CABLE -
column assembly, to the transmission floor shift ADJUSTMENTS).
lever. This interlock device is used to lock the trans- If the ignition switch effort is excessive remove the
mission shifter in the PARK position when the key ignition key cylinder from the steering column. (Refer
lock cylinder is rotated to the LOCKED or ACCES- to 19 - STEERING/COLUMN/LOCK CYLINDER
SORY position. The interlock device within the steer- HOUSING - INSTALLATION). Check the turning
ing column is not serviceable. If repair is necessary, effort of the key cylinder. If the ignition key cylinder
the steering column assembly must be replaced. effort is excessive replace the key cylinder. If the
(Refer to 19 - STEERING/COLUMN - REMOVAL).
19 - 12 COLUMN BR/BE
IGNITION SWITCH (Continued)
ignition key cylinder operates properly look for the
following conditions.
(1) Look for rough areas or flash in the casting
and if found remove with a file (Fig. 10).
(2) Grease the lock plate actuator, lock plate, slider
and locking link.
REMOVAL
The ignition key must be in the key cylinder for
cylinder removal. The key cylinder must be removed
first before removing ignition switch.
(1) Remove key cylinder, (Refer to 19 - STEER-
ING/COLUMN/LOCK CYLINDER HOUSING -
REMOVAL).
(2) Remove lower steering column cover screws
and remove cover (Fig. 8).
(3) Remove ignition switch mounting screw (Fig.
13). Use tamper proof torx bit to remove the screw.
(4) Using a small screwdriver, push on locking tab
(Fig. 11) and remove switch from steering column.
(5) Disconnect two electrical connectors at rear of
ignition switch (Fig. 13).
INSTALLATION
The ignition key must be in the key cylinder for Fig. 12 Switch In ON Position
cylinder removal. The key cylinder must be removed 1 - IGNITION SWITCH
first before removing ignition switch. 2 - ROTATE TO ON POSITION
(1) Before installing ignition switch, rotate the slot
in the switch to the ON position (Fig. 12). (3) Position switch to column and install tamper
(2) Connect two electrical connectors to rear of proof screw. Tighten screw to 3 N·m (26 in. lbs.).
ignition switch. Make sure that locking tabs are fully (4) Install steering column lower cover.
seated into wiring connectors.
BR/BE COLUMN 19 - 13
IGNITION SWITCH (Continued)
CAUTION: The pin can only be removed from the STEERING WHEEL
direction shown (Fig. 14).
REMOVAL
For steering wheel removal procedure,(Refer to 8 -
INSTALLATION ELECTRICAL/RESTRAINTS/CLOCKSPRING -
(1) Support the steering column using a suitable REMOVAL) .
size socket and back-up support.
(2) Install the gear shift lever into the steering col- INSTALLATION
umn assembly. Align the pin holes in the gear shift For steering wheel installation procedure,(Refer to
lever and the steering column assembly. 8 - ELECTRICAL/RESTRAINTS/CLOCKSPRING -
INSTALLATION).
19 - 14 GEAR BR/BE
GEAR
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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GEAR INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 PITMAN SHAFT SEAL
OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
POWER STEERING GEAR LEAKAGE . . . . . . . 14 SPOOL VALVE
REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
ADJUSTMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 STEERING GEAR HOUSING PLUG
SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
SPECIAL TOOLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
PITMAN BEARING WORM SHAFT
REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
PITMAN SHAFT
REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Fig. 2 STEERING GEAR (5) Remove steering gear retaining bolts and nuts.
REMOVAL Remove the steering gear from the vehicle.
(1) Place the front wheels in a straight-ahead posi-
tion. INSTALLATION
(2) Disconnect and cap the fluid hoses from steer- (1) Position the steering gear on the frame rail and
ing gear. install the bolts. Tighten mounting bolts to specifica-
(3) Remove coupler pinch bolt at the steering gear tions.
and slide shaft off gear (Fig. 3). (2) Align steering coupler on gear shaft. Install
pinch bolt and tighten to 49 N·m (36 ft. lbs.) torque.
(3) Align and install the pitman arm.
(4) Install the washer and retaining nut on the pit-
man shaft. Tighten the nut to 251 N·m (185 ft. lbs.).
(5) Connect fluid hoses to steering gear, tighten to
31 N·m (23 ft. lbs.). Add fluid, (Refer to 19 - STEER-
ING/PUMP - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
ADJUSTMENTS
CAUTION: Steering gear must be adjusted in the
proper order. If adjustments are not performed in
order, gear damage and improper steering response
may result.
Fig. 3 Column Shaft NOTE: Adjusting the steering gear in the vehicle is
1 - STEERING GEAR not recommended. Remove gear from the vehicle
2 - STEERING COUPLER and drain the fluid. Then mount gear in a vise to
perform adjustments.
(4) Mark the pitman shaft and pitman arm for
installation reference. Remove the pitman arm from
the shaft with Puller C-4150A (Fig. 4).
BR/BE GEAR 19 - 17
GEAR (Continued)
WORM THRUST BEARING PRELOAD
(1) Mount the gear carefully into a vise.
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE CHART
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIAL TOOLS
POWER STEERING GEAR
INSTALLATION
(1) Install upper pitman shaft bearing, with Driver
8294 and Handle C-4171 (Fig. 14). Drive bearing into
housing until the driver bottoms out.
NOTE: Install upper pitman shaft bearing with the Fig. 15 Lower Pitman Shaft Bearing
part number/letters facing the driver. 1 - STEERING GEAR
2 - BEARING SHOULDER
(2) Install lower pitman shaft bearing with the 3 - DRIVER
other side Driver 8294 and Handle C-4171 (Fig. 15). 4 - LOWER BEARING
Drive bearing into housing until the bearing shoulder
is seated against the housing. (8) Coat the dust seal with special grease sup-
(3) Coat the oil seal and backup washers with spe- plied with the new seal.
cial greasesupplied with the new seal. (9) Install dust seal with Driver 8294 and Handle
(4) Install the oil seal with Driver 8294 and Han- C-4171.
dle C-4171. (10) Install new pitman shaft cover o-ring.
(5) Install plastic backup washer. (11) Install pitman shaft assembly into the hous-
ing.
NOTE: The plastic backup washer has a lip on the
(12) Install cover bolts and tighten to 62 N·m (46
inside diameter that faces down towards the oil
ft. lbs.).
seal.
(13) Perform over-center rotation torque adjust-
(6) Install metal backup washer. ment, (Refer to 19 - STEERING/GEAR - DIAGNOSIS
(7) Install the retainer ring with snap ring pliers. AND TESTING).
19 - 22 GEAR BR/BE
PITMAN SHAFT
REMOVAL
(1) Clean exposed end of pitman shaft and housing
with a wire brush.
(2) Remove preload adjuster nut (Fig. 16).
(3) Rotate the stub shaft with a 12 point socket
from stop to stop and count the number of turns.
(4) Center the stub shaft by rotating it from the
stop 1/2 of the total amount of turns.
(5) Remove side cover bolts and remove side cover,
gasket and pitman shaft as an assembly (Fig. 16).
INSTALLATION
(1) Install pitman shaft bearing into housing with
a bearing driver and handle.
(2) Coat the oil seal and washer with special
grease supplied with the new seal.
(3) Install the oil seal with a driver and handle.
(4) Install backup washer.
(5) Install the retainer ring with snap ring pliers.
(6) Coat the dust seal with special grease sup-
plied with the new seal.
(7) Install dust seal with a driver and handle.
(8) Install pitman shaft to side cover by screwing
shaft in until it fully seats to side cover.
(9) Install preload adjuster nut. Do not tighten
nut until after Over-Center Rotation Torque
adjustment has been made.
(10) Install gasket to side cover and bend tabs
around edges of side cover (Fig. 11).
(11) Install pitman shaft assembly and side cover
to housing.
(12) Install side cover bolts and tighten to 60 N·m
(44 ft. lbs.).
(13) Perform over-center rotation torque adjust-
ment, (Refer to 19 - STEERING/GEAR - ADJUST-
MENTS).
Fig. 19 Side Cover and Pitman Shaft
1 - SIDE COVER BOLTS
PITMAN SHAFT SEAL 2 - PRELOAD ADJUSTER NUT
3 - SIDE COVER
REMOVAL 4 - GASKET SEAL
5 - PITMAN SHAFT GEAR
(1) Clean exposed end of pitman shaft and housing
6 - HOUSING ASSEMBLY
with a wire brush.
(2) Remove preload adjuster nut (Fig. 19).
(3) Rotate the stub shaft with a 12 point socket
from stop to stop and count the number of turns.
(4) Center the stub shaft by rotating it from the
stop 1/2 of the total amount of turns.
(5) Remove side cover bolts and remove side cover,
gasket and pitman shaft as an assembly (Fig. 19).
INSTALLATION
(1) Lubricate O-ring with power steering fluid and
install into the housing.
(2) Install end plug by tapping the plug lightly
with a plastic mallet into the housing.
(3) Install retaining ring so one end of the ring
covers the housing access hole (Fig. 34).
WORM SHAFT
REMOVAL
(1) Remove housing end plug, (Refer to 19 -
STEERING/GEAR/STEERING GEAR HOUSING
PLUG - REMOVAL).
(2) Remove rack piston plug (Fig. 35).
(3) Remove side cover and pitman shaft.
Fig. 32 End Plug Retaining Ring
(4) Turn stub shaft COUNTERCLOCKWISE until
1 - RETAINING RING
the rack piston begins to come out of the housing.
(5) Insert Arbor C-4175 into bore of rack piston
(2) Slowly rotate stub shaft with 12 point socket (Fig. 36) and hold tool tightly against worm shaft.
COUNTER-CLOCKWISE to force the end plug out (6) Turn the stub shaft with a 12 point socket
from housing. COUNTERCLOCKWISE, this will force the rack pis-
19 - 28 GEAR BR/BE
WORM SHAFT (Continued)
PUMP
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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PUMP OPERATION
Hydraulic pressure is provided by the pump for the
DESCRIPTION power steering gear. The power steering pump is a
The P-Series pump is used on these vehicles (Fig. constant flow rate and displacement, vane-type
1). The pump shaft has a pressed-on pulley that is pump. The pump is connected to the steering gear
belt driven by the crankshaft pulley on gasoline via the pressure hose and the return hose. On vehi-
engines. The pump is driven off the back of the vac- cles equipped with a hydraulic booster, the pump
uum pump on the diesel engine. supplies the hydraulic pressure for the booster.
Trailer tow option vehicles are equipped with a
power steering pump oil cooler. The oil cooler is DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - PUMP LEAKAGE
mounted to the front crossmember. (1) Possible pump leakage areas. (Fig. 2).
NOTE: Power steering pumps are not interchange- STANDARD PROCEDURE - POWER STEERING
able with pumps installed on other vehicles. PUMP - INITIAL OPERATION
WARNING: THE FLUID LEVEL SHOULD BE
CHECKED WITH ENGINE OFF TO PREVENT INJURY
FROM MOVING COMPONENTS.
NOTE: Vehicles with long return lines or oil coolers (1) Raise the front end of the vehicle off the
turn wheel 40 times. ground until the wheels are free to turn.
(2) Remove the return line from the pump.
(5) Start the engine. With the engine idling main-
tain the fluid level. NOTE: If vehicle is equipped with a hydraulic
(6) Lower the front wheels and let the engine idle booster remove both return lines from the pump.
for two minutes.
(7) Turn the steering wheel in both direction and (3) Plug the return line port/ports at the pump.
verify power assist and quit operation of the pump. (4) Position the return line/lines into a large con-
If the fluid is extremely foamy or milky looking, tainer to catch the fluid.
allow the vehicle to stand a few minutes and repeat (5) While an assistant is filling the pump reservoir
the procedure. start the engine.
(6) With the engine running at idle turn the wheel
CAUTION: Do not run a vehicle with foamy fluid for back and forth.
an extended period. This may cause pump damage.
NOTE: Do not contact or hold the wheel against the
STANDARD PROCEDURE - FLUSHING POWER steering stops.
STEERING SYSTEM (7) Run a quart of fluid through the system then
Flushing is required when the power steering/hy- stop the engine and install the return line/lines.
draulic booster system fluid has become contami-
nated. Contaminated fluid in the steering/booster
system can cause seal deterioration and affect steer-
ing gear/booster spool valve operation.
BR/BE PUMP 19 - 33
PUMP (Continued)
(8) Fill the system with fluid and perform Steering
Pump Initial Operation, (Refer to 19 - STEERING/
PUMP - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
(9) Start the engine and run it for fifteen minutes
then stop the engine.
(10) Remove the return line/lines from the pump
and plug the pump port/ports.
(11) Pour fresh fluid into the reservoir and check
the draining fluid for contamination. If the fluid is
still contaminated, disassemble and clean the steer-
ing gear and flush the system again.
(12) Install the return line/lines and perform
Steering Pump Initial Operation, (Refer to 19 -
STEERING/PUMP - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
Fig. 5 Oil Pressure Sending Unit Fig. 7 Pump Assembly Upper Bolt
1 - OIL PRESSURE SENDER UNIT 1 - PUMP UPPER BOLT
2 - ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR 2 - DRIVE COVER
3 - ENGINE BLOCK
4 - STEERING PUMP
SPECIAL TOOLS
POWER STEERING PUMP
INSTALLATION
(1) Replace pulley if bent, cracked, or loose.
(2) Install pulley on pump with Installer C-4063-B
Adapters, Power Steering Flow/Pressure Tester
(Fig. 11) flush with the end of the shaft. Ensure the
6893
tool and pulley remain aligned with the pump shaft.
Puller C-4333
OPERATION OPERATION
Power steering pressure line, is used to transfer Power steering return line, is used to transfer low
high pressure power steering fluid, from the power pressure power steering fluid, from the power steer-
steering pump to the power steering gear. ing gear to the power steering pump.
19 - 38 LINKAGE - 2WD BR/BE
LINKAGE - 2WD
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE CHART
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIAL TOOLS
STEERING LINKAGE
LINKAGE - 4WD
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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LINKAGE - 4WD
DESCRIPTION
The steering linkage is comprised of a tie rod end,
tie rod, drag link, steering damper and pitman arm
(Fig. 1).
SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE CHART
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIAL TOOLS
STEERING LINKAGE
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MANUAL - NV3500
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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DISASSEMBLY (6) Remove shift shaft lock bolt (Fig. 5). Bolt is
located at top of front housing just forward of shift
FRONT HOUSING tower. Bolt is a shoulder bolt that secures the shift
(1) Shift transmission into Neutral. shaft bushing and lever.
(2) If lubricant was not drained out of transmis-
sion during removal, remove drain plug and drain
lubricant.
(3) Inspect drain plug magnet for debris.
(4) Remove backup light switch located on passen-
ger side of rear housing (Fig. 3).
(4) Drive out shift bushing and lever roll pint with
a hammer and punch (Fig. 14).
Fig. 30 Rear Adapter Housing Components Fig. 31 Third Gear Needle Bearing
1 - BEARING RETAINER 1 - THIRD GEAR NEEDLE BEARING
2 - RETAINER BOLTS (3)
3 - IDLER SHAFT NOTCH
(4) Remove retaining ring that secures two-piece
4 - COUNTERSHAFT REAR BEARING RACE
thrust washer on shaft with a small pry tool (Fig.
5 - REAR BEARING
32).
OUTPUT SHAFT
Fig. 32 Thrust Washer
NOTE: The synchronizer hubs and sleeves are dif-
ferent and must not be intermixed. Remove each 1 - PRY TOOL
2 - THRUST WASHER RETAINING RING
synchronizer unit as an assembly to avoid intermix-
ing parts. Mark each synchro hub and sleeve with a
scriber or paint for correct assembly reference.
BR/BE MANUAL - NV3500 21 - 13
MANUAL - NV3500 (Continued)
(5) Remove two-piece thrust washer (Fig. 33). Note (7) Remove second gear synchro ring, synchro fric-
position of washer locating lugs in shaft notches for tion cone, and synchro cone (Fig. 35).
installation reference. (8) Remove interm ring.
(9) Remove 1-2 synchro hub snap ring.
CLEANING
Clean the gears, shafts, shift components and trans-
mission housings with a standard parts cleaning sol-
vent. Do not use acid or corrosive base solvents. Dry
all parts except bearings with compressed air.
Clean the shaft bearings with a mild solvent such
as Mopart degreasing solvent, Gunk, or similar sol-
vents. Do not dry the bearings with compressed air.
Allow the bearings to either air dry, or wipe them dry
with clean shop towels.
INSPECTION
SHIFT LEVER ASSEMBLY
The shift lever assembly is not serviceable. Replace
the lever and shift tower as an assembly if the tower,
lever, lever ball, or internal components are worn, or
damaged.
NOTE: The front housing contains the countershaft tershaft bearing race is loose, worn, or damaged.
front bearing race. The rear housing contains the The rear housing will have to be replaced if the
countershaft rear bearing race. Be advised that countershaft rear bearing race is loose, worn, or
these components are NOT serviceable items. The damaged.
front housing will have to be replaced if the coun-
BR/BE MANUAL - NV3500 21 - 17
MANUAL - NV3500 (Continued)
Inspect the input shaft bearing retainer. Be sure REVERSE IDLER COMPONENTS
the release bearing slide surface of the retainer is in Inspect the idler gear, bearing, shaft, thrust
good condition. Minor nicks on the surface can be washer, wave washer and thrust plate. Replace the
smoothed off with 320/420 grit emery cloth and final bearing if any of the needle bearing rollers are worn,
polished with oil coated crocus cloth. Replace the chipped, cracked, flat-spotted, or brinnelled. Also
retainer seal if necessary. replace the bearing if the plastic bearing cage is
Inspect the output shaft bearing retainer. Be sure damaged or distorted.
the U-shaped retainer is flat and free of distortion. Replace the thrust washer, wave washer, or thrust
Replace the retainer if the threads are damaged, or if plate if cracked, chipped, or worn. Replace the idler
the retainer is bent, or cracked. gear if the teeth are chipped, cracked or worn thin.
Replace the shaft if worn, scored, or the bolt threads
COUNTERSHAFT BEARINGS AND RACES are damaged beyond repair. Replace the support seg-
The countershaft bearings and races are machine ment if cracked, or chipped and replace the idler
lapped during manufacture to form matched sets. attaching bolts if the threads are damaged.
The bearings and races should not be interchanged.
Shift Socket
NOTE: The bearing races are a permanent press fit Inspect the shift socket for wear or damage.
in the housings and are NOT serviceable. If a bear- replace the socket if the roll pin, or shift shaft bores
ing race becomes damaged, it will be necessary to are damaged. Minor nicks in the shift lever ball seat
replace the front or rear housing as necessary. A in the socket can be smoothed down with 400 grit
new countershaft bearing will be supplied with each emery or wet/dry paper. Replace the socket if the ball
new housing for service use. seat is worn, or cracked. Do not reuse the original
shift socket roll pin. Install a new pin during reas-
The countershaft bearings can be installed back-
sembly. The socket roll pin is approximately is
wards if care is not exercised. The bearing roller cage
approximately 33 mm (1-1/4 in.) long.
is a different diameter on each side. Be sure the
bearing is installed so the large diameter side of the
Output Shaft And Geartrain
cage is facing the countershaft gear (Fig. 46). The
Inspect all of the gears for worn, cracked, chipped,
small diameter side goes in the bearing race.
or broken teeth. Also check condition of the bearing
bore in each gear. The bores should be smooth and
free of surface damage. Discoloration of the gear
bores is a normal occurrence and is not a reason for
replacement. Replace gears only when tooth damage
has occurred, or if the bores are brinnelled or
severely scored.
Inspect the shaft splines and bearings surfaces.
Minor nicks on the bearing surfaces can be smoothed
with 320/420 grit emery and final polished with cro-
cus cloth. Replace the shaft if the splines are dam-
aged or bearing surfaces are deeply scored, worn, or
brinnelled.
ASSEMBLY
Gaskets are not used in this transmission. Sealers
are used at all case joints. Recommended sealers are
Mopar Gasket Maker for all case joints and Mopar
silicone sealer, or equivalent, for the input shaft
bearing retainer. Apply these products as indicated in
the assembly procedures.
Fig. 59 Starting 1-2 Synchro (19) Install second gear synchro ring in 1-2 syn-
1 - 1-2 SYNCHRO ASSEMBLY
chro hub and sleeve (Fig. 62). Verify synchro ring is
2 - SPECIAL TOOL 6310-1 seated in sleeve.
3 - FIRST GEAR SIDE (20) Install synchro friction cone and synchro cone
in synchro ring.
21 - 22 MANUAL - NV3500 BR/BE
MANUAL - NV3500 (Continued)
Fig. 61 1-2 Synchro Hub Snap Ring Fig. 63 Second Gear Bearing
1 - 1-2 SYNCHRO
1 - SECOND GEAR BEARING
2 - SPECIAL TOOL 6310-1
2 - SPECIAL TOOL 6310-1
3 - SYNCHRO SNAP RING
Fig. 72 Press 3-4 Synchro On Output Shaft (35) Verify position of synchro sleeves before pro-
1 - PRESS RAM
ceeding (Fig. 75). Grooved side of 3-4 sleeve must be
2 - PIPE TOOL facing forward. First gear side of 1-2 sleeve must be
3 - 3-4 SYNCHRO facing first gear. Tapered side of fifth-reverse sleeve
4 - THIRD SPEED SYNCHRO RING must be facing forward.
Fig. 79 Fixture For Geartrain Build-up (5) Adjust height of idler gear pedestal on assem-
1 - ADAPTER 6747-2B bly fixture (Fig. 82). Start with a basic height of 18.4
2 - CUP 8115
cm (7-1/4 in.). Final adjustment can be made after
3 - ADAPTER 6747-1A
gear is positioned on pedestal.
4 - FIXTURE 6747
1 - PILOT BEARING
2 - INPUT SHAFT
BR/BE MANUAL - NV3500 21 - 29
MANUAL - NV3500 (Continued)
(6) Install assembled output shaft and geartrain in (9) Check alignment of countershaft and output
input shaft (Fig. 83). Carefully rotate output shaft shaft gear teeth. Gears may not align perfectly a dif-
until the 3-4 synchro ring seats in synchro hub and ference in height of 1.57 to 3.18 mm (1/16 to 1/8 in.)
sleeve. will probably exist. This difference will not interfere
with assembly. If difference is greater than this, the
countershaft adapter tool is probably upside down.
Remove countershaft, reverse adapter tool, reinstall
countershaft and check alignment again.
1 - 3-4 FORK
2 - ALIGN GROOVES IN FORK ARMS
Fig. 103 Shift Socket (11) Seat shaft lever roll pin with pin punch (Fig.
106).
1 - SHIFT SOCKET
2 - SHIFT SHAFT
CAUTION: Shaft lever roll pin must be flush with
the surface of the lever. The lever bushing will bind
CAUTION: Both shaft roll pins can be installed on the roll pin if the pin is not seated flush.
when the shaft is 180° off. If this occurs, the trans-
mission will have to be disassembled again to cor- (12) Verify that lock pin slot in lever bushing is
rect shaft alignment. positioned as shown (Fig. 106).
(13) Align roll pin holes in shift socket and shift
(9) Select correct new roll pin for shift shaft lever shaft. Then start roll pin into shift shaft by hand
(Fig. 104). Shaft lever roll pin is approximately 22 (Fig. 107).
mm (7/8 in.) long. Shift socket roll pin is approxi- (14) Seat roll pin in shift socket with pin punch.
mately 33 mm (1-1/4 in.) long. Roll pin must be flush with socket after installation
(10) Align roll pin holes in shift shaft, lever and (Fig. 108).
bushing. Then start roll pin into shaft lever by hand (15) Verify that notches in shift fork arms are
(Fig. 105). aligned. Realign arms if necessary.
21 - 36 MANUAL - NV3500 BR/BE
MANUAL - NV3500 (Continued)
Fig. 111 Seal Front/Rear Housings (13) Lubricate then install shift shaft detent
1 - HOUSING FLANGE SURFACE plunger in housing bore (Fig. 114). Lubricate plunger
2 - MOPAR GASKET MAKER (OR LOCTITE 518) with petroleum jelly or gear lubricant. Verify plunger
is fully seated in detent notch in shift shaft.
(14) Install detent spring inside plunger (Fig. 114).
(6) Have helper hold rear housing and geartrain in
(15) Install detent plug in end of Installer 8123.
upright position. Then install front housing on rear
Position plug on detent spring and compress spring
housing and geartrain.
until detent plug pilots in detent plunger bore. Drive
(7) Work front housing downward onto geartrain
detent plug into transmission case until plug seats.
until seated on rear housing.
(16) Install backup light switch (Fig. 115).
21 - 38 MANUAL - NV3500 BR/BE
MANUAL - NV3500 (Continued)
(17) Install input shaft snap ring (Fig. 116).
Fig. 118 Seal Bearing Retainer And Housing - Fig. 120 Input Shaft Bearing Retainer Bolts - Typical
Typical 1 - RETAINER BOLTS
1 - APPLY SEALER BEAD
2 - INPUT SHAFT BEARING RETAINER
SHIFT TOWER AND LEVER
(1) Apply petroleum jelly to ball end of shift lever
and interior of shift socket.
(2) Shift the transmission into third gear.
(3) Align and install shift tower and lever assem-
bly (Fig. 121). Be sure shift ball is seated in socket
and the offset in the tower is toward the passenger
side of the vehicle before installing tower bolts.
(4) Install shift tower bolts (Fig. 122) and tighten
bolts to 8.5 N·m (75.2 in. lbs.).
SPECIFICATIONS
MANUAL - NV3500
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIAL TOOLS
MANUAL - NV3500
Remover 6957
Remover C-3985-B
Installer 6951
Installer C-3972-A
21 - 42 MANUAL - NV3500 BR/BE
MANUAL - NV3500 (Continued)
Adapter 6747-1A
Handle C-4171
Adapter 6747-2B
Remover 8117
Cup 8115
Tube 6310-1
Fixture 6747
BR/BE MANUAL - NV3500 21 - 43
MANUAL - NV3500 (Continued)
Installer 8118
Installer C-3860–A
Remover/Installer 8119
Installer 8123
Installer 6448
21 - 44 MANUAL - NV4500 BR/BE
MANUAL - NV4500
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Fig. 2 NV4500
GEAR RATIOS
GEAR RATIO
FIRST 5.61:1
SECOND 3.04:1 Fig. 3 Identification Tag Location
THIRD 1.67:1 1 - PTO COVER
2 - I.D. TAG
FOURTH 1.00:1
FIFTH 0.75:1
down the selected gear (depending on whether we are
REVERSE 5.04:1 up-shifting or down-shifting). The synchronizer does
this by having the synchronizer hub splined to the
IDENTIFICATION mainshaft, or the countershaft in some cases, and
The transmission identification tag is attached to moving the blocker ring into contact with the gear’s
the driver side PTO cover (Fig. 3). friction cone. As the blocker ring and friction cone
The tag provides the transmission model number, come together, the gear speed is brought up or down
build date and part number. Be sure to reinstall the to the speed of the synchronizer. As the two speeds
I.D. tag if removed during service. The information match, the splines on the inside of the synchronizer
on the tag is essential to correct parts ordering. sleeve become aligned with the teeth on the blocker
ring and the friction cone and eventually will slide
OPERATION over the teeth, locking the gear to the mainshaft, or
The manual transmission receives power through countershaft, through the synchronizer.
the clutch assembly from the engine. The clutch disc
is splined to the transmission input shaft and is DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - MANUAL
turned at engine speed at all times that the clutch is TRANSMISSION
engaged. The input shaft is connected to the trans-
mission countershaft through the mesh of fourth LOW LUBRICANT LEVEL
speed gear on the input shaft and the fourth counter- A low transmission lubricant level is generally the
shaft gear. At this point, all the transmission gears result of a leak, inadequate lubricant fill or an incor-
are spinning. rect lubricant level check.
The driver selects a particular gear by moving the Leaks can occur at the mating surfaces of the gear
shift lever to the desired gear position. This move- case, adaptor or extension housing, or from the front/
ment moves the internal transmission shift compo- rear seals. A suspected leak could also be the result
nents to begin the shift sequence. As the shift lever of an overfill condition.
moves the selected shift rail, the shift fork attached Leaks at the rear of the extension or adapter hous-
to that rail begins to move. The fork is positioned in ing will be from the housing oil seals. Leaks at com-
a groove in the outer circumference of the synchro- ponent mating surfaces will probably be the result of
nizer sleeve. As the shift fork moves the synchronizer inadequate sealer, gaps in the sealer, incorrect bolt
sleeve, the synchronizer begins to speed-up or slow tightening or use of a non-recommended sealer.
BR/BE MANUAL - NV4500 21 - 47
MANUAL - NV4500 (Continued)
A leak at the front of the transmission will be from (5) Remove shift tower bolts holding tower to iso-
either the front bearing retainer or retainer seal. lator plate and transmission shift cover.
Lubricant may be seen dripping from the clutch (6) Remove shift tower and isolator plate from
housing after extended operation. If the leak is transmission shift cover.
severe, it may also contaminate the clutch disc caus- (7) Raise and support vehicle.
ing the disc to slip, grab and or chatter. (8) Remove skid plate, if equipped.
A correct lubricant level check can only be made (9) Mark propeller shaft and axle yokes for instal-
when the vehicle is level. Also allow the lubricant to lation reference and remove shaft/shafts.
settle for a minute or so before checking. These rec- (10) Remove exhaust system Y-pipe.
ommendations will ensure an accurate check and (11) Disconnect speed sensor and backup light
avoid an underfill or overfill condition. Always check switch connectors.
the lubricant level after any addition of fluid to avoid (12) Support engine with safety stand and a wood
an incorrect lubricant level condition. block.
(13) If transmission is to be disassembled for,
HARD SHIFTING remove drain bolt at bottom of PTO cover and drain
Hard shifting is usually caused by a low lubricant lubricant (Fig. 4).
level, improper or contaminated lubricants. The con-
sequence of using non-recommended lubricants is
noise, excessive wear, internal bind and hard shift-
ing. Substantial lubricant leaks can result in gear,
shift rail, synchro, and bearing damage. If a leak
goes undetected for an extended period, the first indi-
cations of component damage are usually hard shift-
ing and noise.
Component damage, incorrect clutch adjustment or
damaged clutch pressure plate or disc are additional
probable causes of increased shift effort. Incorrect
adjustment or a worn/damaged pressure plate or disc
can cause incorrect release. If clutch problem is Fig. 4 NV4500 Drain Bolt
advanced, gear clash during shifts can result. Worn 1 - PTO COVER
or damaged synchro rings can cause gear clash when 2 - DRAIN BOLT
shifting into any forward gear. In some new or 3 - FILL PLUG
rebuilt transmissions, new synchro rings may tend to
stick slightly causing hard or noisy shifts. In most
cases this condition will decline as the rings wear-in. TWO WHEEL DRIVE
(1) Remove nuts/bolts attaching transmission to
TRANSMISSION NOISE rear mount.
Most manual transmissions make some noise dur- (2) Support and secure transmission with safety
ing normal operation. Rotating gears generate a mild chains to a transmission jack.
whine that is audible, but generally only at extreme (3) Remove rear crossmember.
speeds. (4) Remove clutch slave cylinder bolts and move
Severe highly audible transmission noise is gener- cylinder aside for clearance.
ally the initial indicator of a lubricant problem. (5) Remove transmission harness wires from clips
Insufficient, improper or contaminated lubricant will on transmission shift cover.
promote rapid wear of gears, synchros, shift rails, (6) Remove transmission to clutch housing bolts.
forks and bearings. The overheating caused by a (7) Slide transmission and jack rearward until
lubricant problem, can also lead to gear breakage. input shaft clears clutch housing.
(8) Lower transmission jack and remove transmis-
REMOVAL sion from under vehicle.
(1) Disconnect battery negative cable.
(2) Shift transmission into Neutral. FOUR WHEEL DRIVE
(3) Remove shift boot screws from floorpan and (1) Disconnect transfer case shift linkage at trans-
slide boot upward on the shift lever. fer case range lever. Then remove transfer case shift
(4) Remove shift lever extension from shift tower mechanism from transmission (Fig. 5).
and lever assembly. (2) Support and secure transfer case to transmis-
sion jack with safety chains.
(3) Remove transfer case mounting nuts.
21 - 48 MANUAL - NV4500 BR/BE
MANUAL - NV4500 (Continued)
DISASSEMBLY
EXTENSION/ADAPTER HOUSING
(1) Raise and support vehicle.
(2) Remove rear propeller shaft.
(3) Support transmission with a transmission jack.
(4) Remove engine rear support. Refer to 9 Engine
for procedures.
(5) Remove transfer case, if equipped.
(6) Remove bolts attaching extension/adapter hous-
ing to gear case (Fig. 6).
FIFTH GEAR
(1) Remove roll pins that secure countershaft fifth
gear shift fork to shift rail with pin punch (Fig. 10).
Roll pins are driven out from bottom of fork and not
Fig. 8 Mainshaft Spline Seal
from top.
1 - MAINSHAFT (2) Remove snap ring that secures fifth gear clutch
2 - RUBBER SPLINE SEAL
hub and gear on countershaft (Fig. 11).
(3) Remove countershaft fifth gear clutch gear and
FIFTH GEAR NUT stop ring.
(1) Remove extension/adapter housing. (4) Remove fifth gear shift fork and gear assembly.
(2) Loosen fifth gear clamp nut clamping screw Remove assembly by tapping fork off rail with plastic
approximately 1 1/2 turns. mallet.
(3) Install nut Wrench 6743 on fifth gear nut (Fig. 9). (5) Remove fifth gear shift fork from sleeve.
(6) Remove sleeve, struts, and strut springs from
NOTE: Wrench only fits one way on nut. Be sure countershaft fifth gear hub, if necessary.
wrench is fully engaged in nut slots and is not (7) Remove countershaft fifth gear needle bearing
cocked. assembly (Fig. 12).
(8) Remove cone shaped rear bearing thrust
(4) Install splined Socket 6993 4X2 Socket 6984 washer from end of countershaft (Fig. 13). Note posi-
4X4 to retain mainshaft while removing the fifth tion of washer for assembly reference. Also note that
gear nut. washer bore has notch for locating pin.
(5) Install breaker bar in socket wrench (Fig. 9) (9) Remove and retain thrust washer locating pin
from countershaft.
NOTE: Wedge breaker bar handle against work-
(10) Remove mainshaft overdrive fifth gear with
bench. Purpose of socket wrench and breaker bar
Puller Tool Set 6444.
21 - 50 MANUAL - NV4500 BR/BE
MANUAL - NV4500 (Continued)
Fig. 10 Fifth Gear Shift Fork Roll Pins Fig. 12 Countershaft Fifth Gear Needle Bearing
1 - FORK ROLL PINS 1 - FIFTH GEAR NEEDLE BEARING ASSEMBLY
2 - FIFTH GEAR SHIFT FORK 2 - COUNTERSHAFT
Fig. 11 Countershaft Fifth Gear Clutch Gear Snap Fig. 13 Countershaft Rear Bearing Thrust Washer
Ring 1 - THRUST WASHER (CONE SHAPED)
1 - CLUTCH GEAR RING 2 - THRUST WASHER PIN
2 - FIFTH SYNCHRO CLUTCH GEAR
Fig. 14 First Puller Jaw On Mainshaft Fifth Fig. 16 Retaining Collar Over Puller Jaws
(Overdrive) Gear 1 - JAWS
1 - MAINSHAFT FIFTH GEAR 2 - COLLAR 6444-8
2 - JAWS 6459 OR HD JAWS 6820
3 - MAINSHAFT
DRIVE GEAR
(1) Remove drive gear (Fig. 24).
(2) Remove pilot bearing from drive gear (Fig. 25).
(3) To remove tapered bearing from drive gear,
assemble Puller Flange 6444-1 and Puller Rods
6444-6 (Fig. 26). Then position first Puller Jaw 6447
on bearing
(4) Slide assembled puller flange and rod tools
onto input shaft. Then seat flange in notch of puller
jaw.
(5) Position second Puller Jaw 6447 on gear and in
notch of puller flange.
(6) Slide Retaining Collar 6444-8 over puller jaws
to hold them in place.
(7) Install Puller 6444 on puller rods then install
retaining nuts.
(8) Tighten puller bolt to remove bearing cone
from drive gear.
Fig. 24 Drive Gear
1 - MAINSHAFT
2 - DRIVE GEAR
21 - 54 MANUAL - NV4500 BR/BE
MANUAL - NV4500 (Continued)
MAINSHAFT AND GEARTRAIN
(1) Move 1-2 and 3-4 synchro sleeves into neutral.
(2) Remove drive gear thrust bearing from forward
end of mainshaft (Fig. 27).
Fig. 29 Mainshaft And Geartrain Fig. 31 Countershaft End Play Shim And Rear
Bearing Cup
1 - MAINSHAFT AND CASE
1 - COUNTERSHAFT REAR BEARING CUP
2 - END PLAY SHIM
REVERSE IDLER AND COUNTERSHAFT
(1) Remove countershaft rear bearing plate (Fig.
30).
(2) Remove countershaft end play shim and rear (4) Rotate countershaft outward and push reverse
bearing cup (Fig. 31). idler gear away from countershaft and to