CHEVROLET PLYMOUTH ACCLAIM 1993 Service Manual

NON-MONITORED CIRCUITS
The PCM does not monitor the following circuits,
systems and conditions that could have malfunctions
that result in driveability problems. Diagnostic trouble
codes may not be displayed for these conditions. How-
ever, problems with these systems may cause diagnos-
tic trouble codes to be displayed for other systems. For
example, a fuel pressure problem will not register a
fault directly, but could cause a rich or lean condition.
This could cause an oxygen sensor fault to be stored in
the PCM. Fuel Pressure - Fuel pressure is controlled by the
vacuum assisted fuel pressure regulator. The PCM
cannot detect a clogged fuel pump inlet filter, clogged
in-line fuel filter, or a pinched fuel supply or return
line. However, these could result in a rich or lean
condition causing an oxygen sensor fault. Secondary Ignition Circuit - The PCM cannot
detect an inoperative ignition coil, fouled or worn spark
plugs, ignition cross firing, or open spark plug cables. Engine Timing - The PCM cannot detect an incor-
rectly indexed timing chain, camshaft sprocket and
crankshaft sprocket. The PCM also cannot detect an
incorrectly indexed distributor. However, these could
result in a rich or lean condition causing an oxygen
sensor fault to be stored in the PCM. Cylinder Compression - The PCM cannot detect
uneven, low, or high engine cylinder compression. Exhaust System - The PCM cannot detect a
plugged, restricted or leaking exhaust system. Fuel Injector Malfunctions
- The PCM cannot
determine if the fuel injector is clogged, the pintle is
sticking or the wrong injector is installed. However,
these could result in a rich or lean condition causing an
oxygen sensor fault to be stored in the PCM. Excessive Oil Consumption - Although the PCM
monitors exhaust stream oxygen content when the
system is in closed loop, it cannot determine excessive
oil consumption. Throttle Body Air Flow - The PCM cannot detect a
clogged or restricted air cleaner inlet or filter element. Evaporative System - The PCM will not detect a
restricted, plugged or loaded evaporative purge canis-
ter. Vacuum Assist - Leaks or restrictions in the
vacuum circuits of vacuum assisted engine control
system devices are not monitored by the PCM. How-
ever, these could result in a MAP sensor fault being
stored in the PCM. PCM System Ground - The PCM cannot determine
a poor system ground. However, a diagnostic trouble
code may be generated as a result of this condition. PCM Connector Engagement - The PCM cannot
determine spread or damaged connector pins. How-
ever, a diagnostic trouble code may be generated as a
result of this condition.
HIGH AND LOW LIMITS
The powertrain control module (PCM) compares in-
put signal voltages from each input device with estab-
lished high and low limits that are programmed into it
for that device. If the input voltage is not within
specifications, and other diagnostic trouble code crite-
ria are met, a diagnostic trouble code will be stored in
memory. Other diagnostic trouble code criteria might
include engine RPM limits or input voltages from other
sensors or switches that must be present before a fault
condition can be verified.
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE DESCRIPTION
When a diagnostic trouble code appears, it indicates
that the Powertrain control module (PCM) has recog-
nized an abnormal condition in the system. Diagnostic
trouble codes can be obtained from the malfunction
indicator lamp (Check Engine lamp on the Instrument
Panel) or from the DRBII scan tool. Diagnostic trouble
codes indicate the results of a failure but do not
identify the failed component directly.
Fig. 3 PCMÐAG and AJ Bodies
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DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE DESCRIPTION
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DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE DESCRIPTION (CON'T)
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SYSTEM TESTS
WARNING: APPLY PARKING BRAKE AND/OR BLOCK
WHEELS BEFORE PERFORMING ANY TEST ON AN
OPERATING ENGINE.
OBTAINING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES
(1) Connect DRBII scan tool to the data link connec-
tor located in the engine compartment near the pow-
ertrain control module (PCM). (2) Start the engine if possible, cycle the transaxle
selector and the A/Cswitch if applicable. Shut off the
engine. (3) Turn the ignition switch on, access Read Fault
Screen. Record all the fault messages shown on the
DRBII scan tool. Observe the malfunction indicator
lamp (Check Engine lamp on the instrument panel).
The lamp should light for 3 seconds then go out (bulb
check). Diagnostic trouble code erasure; access erase
diagnostic trouble code data
STATE DISPLAY TEST MODE
The switch inputs used by the powertrain control
module (PCM) have only two recognized states, HIGH
and LOW. For this reason, the PCM cannot recognize
the difference between a selected switch position ver-
sus an open circuit, a short circuit, or a defective
switch. If the change is displayed, it can be assumed
that the entire switch circuit to the PCM is functional.
From the state display screen access either State
Display Inputs and Outputs or State Display Sensors.
STATE DISPLAY INPUTS AND OUTPUTS
Connect the DRBII scan tool to the vehicle. Access
the State Display screen. Then access Inputs and
Outputs. The following is a list of the engine control
system functions accessible through the Inputs and
Outputs screen. Park/Neutral Switch
Speed Control Resume
Brake Switch
Speed Control On/Off
Speed Control Set
A/C Switch Sense
S/C Vent Solenoid
S/C Vacuum Solenoid
A/C Clutch Relay
EGR Solenoid
Auto Shutdown Relay
Radiator Fan Relay
Purge Solenoid
Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Lamp)
STATE DISPLAY SENSORS
Connect the DRBII scan tool to the vehicle and ac-
cess the State Display screen. Then access Sensor
Display. The following is a list of the engine control
system functions accessible through the Sensor Dis-
play screen. Battery Temperature
Oxygen Sensor Signal
Engine Coolant Temperature
Engine Coolant Temp Sensor
Throttle Position
Minimum Throttle
Battery Voltage
MAP Sensor Reading
Idle Air Control Motor Position
Adaptive Fuel Factor
Barometric Pressure
Min Airflow Idle Speed
Engine Speed
Fault #1 Key-On Info
Module Spark Advance
Speed Control Target
Fault #2 Key-on Info
Fault #3 Key-on Info
Speed Control Status
Speed Control Switch Voltage
Charging System Goal
Theft Alarm Status
Map Sensor Voltage
Vehicle Speed
Oxygen Sensor State
MAP Gauge Reading
Throttle Opening (percentage)
Total Spark Advance
CIRCUIT ACTUATION TEST MODE
The circuit actuation test mode checks for proper
operation of output circuits or devices which the pow-
ertrain control module (PCM) cannot internally rec-
ognize. The PCM can attempt to activate these
outputs and allow an observer to verify proper oper-
ation. Most of the tests provide an audible or visual
indication of device operation (click of relay contacts,
spray fuel, etc.). Except for intermittent conditions, if
a device functions properly during testing, assume
the device, its associated wiring, and driver circuit
working correctly.
OBTAINING CIRCUIT ACTUATION TEST
Connect the DRBII scan tool to the vehicle and ac-
cess the Actuators screen. The following is a list of
the engine control system functions accessible
through Actuators screens. Stop All Tests
Ignition Coil #1
Fuel Injector #1
Fuel Injector #2
Fuel Injector #3
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Fuel Injector #4
Fuel Injector #5
Fuel Injector #6
Idle Air Control Motor Open/Close
Radiator Fan Relay
A/C Clutch Relay
Auto Shutdown Relay
Purge Solenoid
S/C Serv Solenoids
Generator Field
Tachometer Output
Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid
EGR Solenoid
All Solenoids/Relays
ASD Fuel System Test
Speed Control Vacuum Solenoid
Speed Control Vent Solenoid
THROTTLE BODY MINIMUM AIR FLOW CHECK
PROCEDURE
(1) Warm engine in Park or Neutral until the cool-
ing fan has cycled on and off at least once. (2) Ensure that all accessories are off.
(3) Hook-up the timing check device and tachome-
ter. (4) Disconnect the coolant temperature sensor and
set basic timing to 12É BTDC 62É BTDC.
(5) Shut off engine. Reconnect coolant temperature
sensor wire. (6) Disconnect the PCV valve hose from the PCV
valve (Fig. 4). (7) Plug the PCV valve nipple.
(8) Disconnect the idle purge hose from the vac-
uum tube under the intake manifold (Fig. 5). (9) Install Air Metering Fitting #6457 (0.125 inch
orifice) in the intake manifold mounted idle purge
hose (Fig. 6). (10) Connect DRBII scan tool.
(11) Restart the engine, allow engine to idle for at
least one minute. (12) Using the DRBII scan tool, access Min. Air-
flow Idle Speed. (13) The following will then occur:
² Idle Air Control Motor will fully close.
² Idle spark advance will become fixed.
² Engine RPM will be displayed on DRBII scan tool
(14) Check idle RPM with tachometer, if idle RPM
is within the below specification then the throttle
body min. air flow is set correctly.
(15) If idle RPM is not within specifications, shut
off the engine and clean the throttle body as follows: (a) Remove the throttle body from engine.
Fig. 4 3.0L PCV Valve
Fig. 5 3.0L Idle Purge Hose
Fig. 6 Air Metering Fitting, Special Tool 6457
IDLE SPECIFICATIONS
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WARNING: CLEAN THROTTLE BODY IN A WELL
VENTILATED AREA. WEAR RUBBER OF BUTYL
GLOVES, DO NOT LET MOPAR PARTS CLEANER
COME IN CONTACT WITH EYES OR SKIN. AVOID
INGESTING THE CLEANER. WASH THOROUGHLY
AFTER USING CLEANER.
(b) While holding the throttle open, spray the
entire throttle body bore and the manifold side of the
throttle plate with Mopar Parts Cleaner. Only use
Mopar Parts Cleaner to clean the throttle body. (c) Using a soft scuff pad, clean the top and bottom
of throttle body bore and the edges and manifold side
of the throttle blade. The edges of the throttle
blade and portions of the throttle bore that are
closest to the throttle blade when is closed,
must be free of deposits. (d) Use compressed air to dry the throttle body.
(e) Inspect throttle body for foreign material. (f) Install throttle body on manifold.
(g) Repeat steps 1 through 14. If the minimum air
flow is still not within specifications, the problem is
not caused by the throttle body.
(16) Shut off engine.
(17) Remove Air Metering Fitting #6457 from the
intake manifold idle purge hose. Reconnect the hose to
the engine vacuum harness tee. (18) Remove the plug from the PCV valve. Reconnect
the PCV valve hose to the PCV valve. (19) Disconnect the DRBII scan tool.
IGNITION TIMING PROCEDURE
Refer to Group 8D Ignition System.
60-WAY PCM WIRING CONNECTOR
Refer to the PCM wiring connector description (Fig.
7) for information regarding wire colors and cavity
numbers.
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Fig. 7 60-Way PCM Wiring ConnectorÐ3.0L Engine
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3.0L MULTI-PORT FUEL INJECTIONÐSERVICE PROCEDURES INDEX
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Idle Air Control Motor .................... 138
Canister Purge Solenoid Service ............ 143
Fuel Injector Rail Assembly ................ 139
Fuel Injectors .......................... 142
Fuel Pressure Regulator Service ............ 141
Fuel System Pressure Release Procedure ..... 138 Heated Oxygen Sensor (O
2Sensor)
......... 144
Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) Sensor ..... 143
PCM ................................. 143
Throttle Body ........................... 138
Throttle Body Service .................... 138
Throttle Position Sensor .................. 138
THROTTLE BODY SERVICE
(1) Disconnect negative battery cable.
(2) Remove air cleaner hose clamp to throttle body
and remove hose. (Fig. 1) (3) Remove throttle cable and transaxle linkage.
(4) Disconnect idle air control motor and throttle
position sensor (TPS) wiring connectors. (5) Disconnect vacuum hoses from throttle body.
(6) Remove throttle body to intake manifold attach-
ing nuts. Remove engine harness wiring bracket. (7) Remove throttle body and gasket.
(8) Reverse the above procedures for installation.
Tighten throttle body mounting nuts to 25 N Im (225
in. lbs.) torque.
THROTTLE BODY
When servicing body components, always assemble
components with new O-rings and seals where appli-
cable (Fig. 2). Never use lubricants on O-rings or seals,
damage may result. If assembly of component is diffi-
cult, use water to aid assembly. Use care when remov-
ing hoses to prevent damage to hose or hose nipple.
FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASE PROCEDURE
The 3.0L MPI fuel system is under a constant
pressure of approximately 330 kPa (48 psi). Be-
fore servicing the fuel pump, fuel lines, fuel fil- ter, throttle body or fuel injectors, the fuel sys-
tem pressure must be released. (1) Loosen fuel filler cap to release fuel tank pres-
sure. (2) Disconnect injector wiring harness from engine
harness. Refer to Group 8W, Wiring Diagrams. (3) Connect one end of a jumper wire to the A142
circuit terminal of the fuel rail harness connector. (4) Connect the other end of the jumper wire to a 12
volt power source. (5) Connect one end of a jumper wire to a good
ground source. (6) Momentarily ground one of the injectors by con-
necting the other end of the jumper wire to an injector
terminal in the harness connector. Repeat procedure
for 2 to 3 injectors. (7) Continue fuel system service.
THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect negative cable from battery.
(2) Remove electrical connector from throttle posi-
tion sensor. (3) Remove throttle position sensor mounting screws
(Fig. 3). (4) Lift throttle position sensor off throttle shaft.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install throttle position sensor on throttle shaft.
Install mounting screws. Tighten screw to 2 N Im (17
in. lbs.) torque. (2) Connect electrical connector to throttle position
sensor. (3) Connect negative cable to battery.
IDLE AIR CONTROL MOTOR
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect negative cable from battery.
(2) Remove electrical connector from idle air control
motor. (3) Remove idle air control motor mounting screws
(Fig. 4).
Fig. 1 Throttle Body
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(4) Remove idle air control motor from throttle
body. Ensure the O-ring is removed with the motor.
INSTALLATION
(1) New idle air control motors have a new O-ring
installed on it. If pintle measures more than 1 inch
(25 mm) it must be retracted. Use the DRBII scan
tool Idle Air Control Motor Open/Close Test to re-
tract the pintle. (2) Carefully place idle air control motor into
throttle body. (3) Install mounting screws. Tighten screws to 2
N Im (17 in. lbs.) torque.
(4) Connect electrical connector to motor.
(5) Connect negative cable to battery.
FUEL INJECTOR RAIL ASSEMBLY
REMOVAL
WARNING: THE 3.0L MPI FUEL SYSTEM IS UNDER
A CONSTANT PRESSURE OF APPROXIMATELY 330
KPA (48 PSI). PERFORM FUEL PRESSURE RE-
LEASE PROCEDURE BEFORE SERVICING THE
FUEL RAIL OR FUEL INJECTORS.
(1) Perform the Fuel Pressure Release Procedure.
(2) Disconnect negative cable from battery.
(3) Remove air cleaner to throttle body hose.
(4) Remove throttle cable (Fig. 5).
(5) Disconnect electrical connectors from the idle
air control motor and throttle position sensor (TPS).
Fig. 2 Throttle Body 3.0L
Fig. 3 Servicing Throttle Position SensorFig. 4 Servicing Idle Air Control Motor
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(6) Remove vacuum hose harness from throttle
body (Fig. 6). (7) Remove vacuum hoses from air intake plenum
(Fig. 6).
(8) If equipped with EGR, remove the EGR tube
flange from intake plenum (Fig. 7). (9) Remove the wiring connector from the coolant
temperature sensor (Fig. 8). (10) Remove vacuum connections from air intake
plenum vacuum connector (Fig. 8). (11) Remove fuel hoses from fuel rail (Fig. 8).
(12) Remove air intake plenum to intake manifold
mounting fasteners (Fig. 9). (13) Remove ignition coil.
(14) Remove air intake plenum (Fig. 10).
(15) Cover intake manifold while servicing injector
fuel rail (Fig. 11). (16) Remove vacuum hoses from fuel rail (Fig. 11).
(17) Disconnect fuel injector wiring harness from
engine wiring harness (Fig. 12). CAUTION: Do not damage the injector O-Rings
when removing the injectors and fuel rail assem-
bly.
Fig. 5 Throttle Cable Attachment
Fig. 6 Electrical and Vacuum Connection to Throttle Body
Fig. 7 EGR Tube to Intake Plenum
Fig. 8 Coolant Temperature Sensor
Fig. 9 Air Intake Plenum to Intake ManifoldAttaching Fasteners
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