CHEVROLET PLYMOUTH ACCLAIM 1993 Service Manual

CHECKING ENGINE OIL PRESSURE
Check oil pressure using gauge at oil pressure
switch location. Oil pressure should be 34.47 kPa ( 5
psi.) at idle or 205 to 551 kPa (30 to 80 psi.) at 3000
RPM. (1) Remove pressure sending unit and install oil
pressure gauge (Fig. 13).
CAUTION: If oil pressure is 0 at idle, Do Not Run
engine at 3000 RPM .
(2) Warm engine at high idle until thermostat
opens.
OIL FILTER
CAUTION: When servicing the oil filter (Fig. 16)
avoid deforming the filter can by installing the re-
move/install tool band strap against the can-to-base
lockseam. The lockseam joining the can to the base
is reinforced by the base plate.
(1) Using Tool C-4065, unscrew filter from base
and discard (Fig. 14). (2) Wipe base clean, then inspect gasket contact
surface. (3) Lubricate gasket of new filter with clean en-
gine oil. (4) Install and tighten filter to 20 N
Im (15 ft. lbs.)
torque after gasket contacts base. Use filter wrench
if necessary. (5) Start engine and check for leaks.
Fig. 12 Measuring Clearance Over RotorsFig. 13 Checking Oil Pump Pressure
Fig. 14 Oil Filter
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ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
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ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS (CONT.)
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ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS (CONT.)
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ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS (CONT.)
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TORQUE
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EXHAUST SYSTEM AND INTAKE MANIFOLD
CONTENTS
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GENERAL INFORMATION .................. 1
SERVICE PROCEDURES ................... 4 TORQUE SPECIFICATION
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Throughout this group, references may be made to
a particular vehicle by letter or number designation.
A chart showing the breakdown of these designations
is included in the Introduction Section at the front of
this service manual.
EXHAUST SYSTEMS
The exhaust systems are produced in several con-
figurations, depending on engine and car line (Fig.
1). One system has an underfloor catalytic converter,
other systems require front mounted catalytic con-
verters. The Turbo III engine requires, a underfloor
converter/resonator assembly. Tail pipes, mufflers,
and resonators are sized and tuned to each vehicle/
powertrain combination (Fig. 2).
EXHAUST BALL JOINT COUPLING
A exhaust ball joint coupling (Fig. 3) is used to se-
cure the exhaust pipe to the engine manifold. This
living joint actually moves back and forth as the en- gine moves, preventing breakage that could occur
from the back-and-forth motion of a transverse
mounted engine. The exhaust ball joint consists of two bolts, two
springs, and a ball joint seal ring which is a separate
part from the exhaust pipe.
CATALYTIC CONVERTER
There is no regularly scheduled maintenance on
any Chrysler catalytic converter. If damaged, the
converter must be replaced.
CAUTION: Due to exterior physical similarities of some
catalytic converters with pipe assemblies, extreme
care should be taken with replacement parts. There is
internal converter differences required in some parts
of the country (particularly California vehicles). The
2.2/2.5L engines equipped with a manual transmission will
have an adaptor for a air injection tube.
Fig. 1 Exhaust System
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HEAT SHIELDS
Heat shields (Fig. 4) are needed to protect both the
car and the environment from the high temperatures
developed in the vicinity of the catalytic converters.
2.2/2.5L engines equipped with manual transmission where air is injected into the catalytic converter's, a
heat shield is welded on the lower bottom of the front
converter. Refer to Body and Sheet Metal, Group 23 for ser-
vice procedures.
Fig. 3 Ball Joint Connection
Fig. 4 Heat Shield Installation
Fig. 2 Exhaust System Components
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CAUTION: Avoid application of rust prevention
compounds or undercoating materials to exhaust
system floor pan heat shields on cars if equipped.
Light overspray near the edges is permitted. Appli-
cation of coating will greatly reduce the efficiency
of the heat shields resulting in excessive floor pan
temperatures and objectionable fumes.
The combustion reaction caused by the catalyst re-
leases additional heat in the exhaust system. Caus-
ing temperature increases in the area of the reactor
under severe operating conditions. Such conditions
can exist when the engine misfires or otherwise does
not operate at peak efficiency. Do notremove spark
plug wires from plugs or by any other means short
out cylinders if exhaust system is equipped with cat-
alytic converter. Failure of the catalytic converter
can occur due to temperature increases caused by un-
burned fuel passing through the converter. The use of the catalysts also involves some non-au-
tomotive problems. Unleaded gasoline must be used
to avoid poisoning the catalyst core. Do not allow en- gine to operate above 1200 RPM in neutral for ex-
tended periods over 5 minutes. This condition may
result in excessive exhaust system/floor pan temper-
atures because of no air movement under the vehicle.
EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION (EGR) SYSTEM
To assist in the control of oxides of nitrogen (NOx)
in engine exhaust, some engines are equipped with
an exhaust gas recirculation system. The use of ex-
haust gas to dilute incoming air/fuel mixtures lowers
peak flame temperatures during combustion, thus
limiting the formation of NOx. Exhaust gases are taken from openings in the ex-
haust gas crossover passage in the intake manifold.
REFER TO SECTION 25 EMISSION SYSTEMS
FOR A COMPLETE DESCRIPTION, DIAGNOSIS
AND SERVICE PROCEDURES ON THE EXHAUST
GAS RECIRCULATION SYSTEM AND COMPO-
NENTS.
EXHAUST SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS
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SERVICE PROCEDURES INDEX
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Exhaust Pipes, Mufflers and Tailpipes .......... 4
Intake and Exhaust Manifolds ServiceÐTBI Engine.6Intake and Exhaust ManifoldsÐFlexible Fuel Engine.7
Intake and Exhaust ManifoldsÐTBI Engine ...... 5
Intake/Exhaust Manifold ServiceÐ3.0L Engine . . . 13
Intake/Exhaust Manifold ServiceÐ3.3/3.8L Engines.19
Intake/Exhaust Manifolds and Turbocharger ServiceÐTurbo III Engine .................. 9
Intake/Exhaust Manifolds ServiceÐFlexible Fuel Engines ............................... 7
EXHAUST PIPES, MUFFLERS AND TAILPIPES
REMOVAL
(1) Raise vehicle on hoist and apply penetrating oil
to clamp bolts and nuts of component being removed. (2) Tail pipes are integral with the muffler (Fig. 5).
Remove clamp at slip joint. Separate at slip joint. (3) Remove clamps and supports (Figs. 6, 7, 8, and 9)
from exhaust system to permit alignment of parts
during assembly. (4) When removing tailpipe, raise rear of vehicle to
relieve body weight from rear springs to provide clear-
ance between pipe and rear axle parts. (5) Clean ends of pipes and/or muffler to assure
mating of all parts. Discard broken or worn insulators,
rusted clamps, supports and attaching parts. When replacement is required on any compo-
nent of the exhaust system, it is most important
that original equipment parts (or their equiva-
lent) be used;
² To insure proper alignment with other parts in the
system.
² Provide acceptable exhaust noise levels and does not
change exhaust system back pressure that could affect
emissions and performance.
INSTALLATION
(1) Assemble ball joint connection pipes, supports
and clamps loosely to permit alignment of all parts.
Fig. 6 Insulator Tail Pipe and Muffler Support
Fig. 7 Underfloor Converter or Extension Pipe SupportÐ2 Places
Fig. 5 Tail Pipe with MufflerÐTypical
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