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perform the speed control switch test. If switch is not
at fault, then check main harness and repair as nec-
essary.
(8) Using an ohmmeter, connect one lead to a good
body ground and touch other lead to terminal in cav-
ity number 29. With brake pedal released, meter
should show continuity. When pedal is depressed,
meter should show open circuit.
SPEED CONTROL SWITCH (TURN SIGNAL LEVER)
TEST
STOP LAMP SPEED CONTROL SWITCH TEST
(1) Disconnect double connector at switch pigtail
and connect a 12 volt source to either terminal. Con-
nect a test lamp between other terminal and a good
ground. The test lamp should be on when brakepedal is in normal position. The test light should go
off when brake pedal is depressed approximately 3/8
of an inch.
(2) If test lamp does not respond properly, the stop
lamp switch is defective or out of adjustment.
(3) Stop lamp switch adjustment is detailed in
Group 5 - Brakes section of this manual.
VACUUM SUPPLY TEST
(1) Disconnect vacuum hose at servo or vacuum
reservoir and install a vacuum gauge in hose (Fig.
6).
(2) Start engine and observe gauge at idle. Vac-
uum gauge should read at least ten inches of mer-
cury.
(3) If vacuum does not meet this requirement,
check for vacuum leaks or poor engine performance.
OPERATIONAL CHECK (ROAD TEST)
The following sequential checks are performed with
the speed switch ON and vehicle speed faster than 35
mph:
(1) Press the SET button in end of multi-function
lever. Vehicle should maintain set speed.
(2) Hold SET button in, and remove foot from ac-
celerator. Vehicle should coast to a slower speed.
(3) Release SET button. Speed control will engage
and hold a slower speed, provided the speed remains
above 35 mph.
JVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM 8H - 7

TURN SIGNALS AND HAZARD WARNING FLASHER
CONTENTS
page page
HAZARD LAMPSÐXJ.................... 1
HAZARD LAMPSÐYJ.................... 2
TURN SIGNALSÐXJ..................... 1TURN SIGNALSÐYJ..................... 2
TURN/HAZARD SWITCH REPLACEMENT - ALL
MODELS............................. 3
TURN SIGNALSÐXJ
Refer to Section 8W - Wiring Diagrams for cir-
cuit wiring diagram.
DESCRIPTION
With the turn signal lever in its up or down posi-
tion and the ignition switch in ACCESSORY or ON,
current flows through the:
²turn/hazard switch
²selected turn indicator bulb
²front and rear turn signal bulbs
²and the front side marker bulb.
With the headlamps OFF, the turn and front side
marker lamps flash in unison.With the headlamps
ON, the turn and front side marker lamps flash al-
ternately.
DIAGNOSISÐTURN SIGNAL INOPERATIVE
(1) A turn signal indicator that does not flash usu-
ally indicates a burned out turn signal bulb. Check
for and replace if defective. System should now func-
tion properly. If not, go to next step.
High generator output voltage can burn out
lamps rapidly.(2) Remove and inspect 20 amp #8 fuse. Replace if
necessary. If OK, go to next step.
(3) Remove turn flasher, light blue can, located in
upper left corner of fuse block.
(4) Turn ignition switch to ACCESSORY. Check
for battery voltage at flasher bottom cavity on fuse
block. If OK, go to next step. If not, repair open cir-
cuit in wiring between turn flasher and #8 fuse.
(5) Turn ignition switch to ACCESSORY. Move
turn signal lever up or down. Replace turn flasher
with known good flasher. The lamps should flash. If
not, replace original flasher and go to next step.
(6) Turn ignition switch to OFF. Follow procedure
for turn/hazard switch replacement to locate steering
column connector. Unplug connector.
(7) Turn ignition switch to ACCESSORY. Check
for battery voltage at connector terminal L. If OK,
replace turn/hazard switch and check that lamps
flash. If not, repair open circuit in wiring between
turn flasher and steering column connector terminal
L.
HAZARD LAMPSÐXJ
Refer to Section 8W - Wiring Diagrams for cir-
cuit wiring diagram.
DESCRIPTION
With the hazard switch ON, current flows through
the:
²hazard flasher
²the turn/hazard switch
²two front turn signal bulbs
²two rear turn signal bulbs
²two front side marker bulbs
²and two turn indicator bulbs.
All of these bulbs will flash on and off.
DIAGNOSISÐHAZARD LAMPS INOPERATIVE
(1) Inspect 20 amp #F13 fuse in Power Distribu-
tion Center (PDC). The PDC is located in the engine
compartment, passenger side. For location of fuse,check underside of PDC cover. Replace if necessary.
If OK, go to next step.
(2) Remove hazard flasher (tin can) located in fuse
block.
(3) Check for battery voltage at the terminal on
the right (3 o'clock). If OK, go to next step. If not, re-
pair open circuit in wiring between #F13 fuse and
hazard flasher right terminal.
(4) Replace hazard flasher with known good
flasher. Activate hazard warning switch. Lamps
should flash. If not, replace original flasher and go to
next step.
(5) Follow procedure for turn/hazard switch re-
placement to locate steering column connector. Un-
plug connector.
(6) Check for battery voltage at connector terminal
K. If OK, replace turn/hazard switch. If not, repair
open circuit in wiring between hazard flasher and
steering column connector terminal K.
JTURN SIGNALS AND HAZARD WARNING FLASHER 8J - 1

TURN SIGNALSÐYJ
Refer to Section 8W - Wiring Diagrams for cir-
cuit wiring diagram.
DESCRIPTION
With the turn signal lever in its up or down posi-
tion and the ignition switch in ACCESSORY or ON,
current flows through the:
²turn/hazard switch
²selected turn indicator bulb
²front and rear turn signal bulbs
²front side marker bulb
With the headlamps OFF, the turn and side
marker lamps flash in unison.With the headlamps
ON, the turn and side marker lamps flash alter-
nately.
DIAGNOSINGÐTURN SIGNAL INOPERATIVE
(1) A turn signal indicator that does not flash usu-
ally indicates a burned out turn signal bulb. Check
for and replace if defective. System should now func-
tion properly. If not, go to next step.
High generator output voltage can burn out
lamps rapidly.
(2) Locate fuse block under driver's side of instru-
ment panel.(3) Remove and inspect 15 amp #4 fuse. Replace if
necessary. If OK, go to next step.
(4) Remove turn flasher, light blue can, located in
fuse block.
(5) Turn ignition switch to ACCESSORY. Check
for battery voltage at cavity on left (closest to hazard
flasher can). If OK, go to next step. If not, repair
open circuit in wiring between turn flasher and #4
fuse.
(6) Turn ignition switch to ACCESSORY. Move
turn signal lever up or down. Replace turn flasher
with known good flasher. The lamps should flash. If
not, replace original flasher and go to next step.
(7) Turn ignition switch to OFF. Follow procedure
for turn/hazard switch replacement to locate steering
column connector. Unplug connector.
(8) Turn ignition switch to ACCESSORY. Check
for battery voltage at connector terminal L. If OK,
replace turn/hazard switch. If not, repair open circuit
in wiring between turn flasher and steering column
connector terminal L.
HAZARD LAMPSÐYJ
Refer to Section 8W - Wiring Diagrams for cir-
cuit wiring diagram.
DESCRIPTION
With the hazard switch ON, current flows through
the:
²hazard flasher
²turn/hazard switch
²two front turn signal bulbs
²two rear turn signal bulbs
²two front side marker bulbs
²two turn indicator bulbs.
All of these bulbs will flash on and off.
DIAGNOSISÐHAZARD LAMPS INOPERATIVE
(1) Inspect 20 amp #F5 fuse in Power Distribution
Center (PDC). The PDC is located in the engine com-
partment, passenger side. For location of fuse, check
underside of PDC cover. Replace if necessary. If OK,
go to next step.(2) Remove hazard flasher (tin can) located in fuse
block.
(3) Check for battery voltage at the terminal on
the left. If OK, go to next step. If not, repair open cir-
cuit in wiring between #F5 fuse and hazard flasher
left terminal.
(4) Replace hazard flasher with known good
flasher. Activate hazard warning switch. Lamps
should flash. If not, replace original flasher and go to
next step.
(5) Follow procedure for turn/hazard switch re-
placement to locate steering column connector. Un-
plug connector.
(6) Check for battery voltage at connector terminal
K. If OK, replace turn/hazard switch. If not, repair
open circuit in wiring between hazard flasher and
steering column connector terminal K.
8J - 2 TURN SIGNALS AND HAZARD WARNING FLASHERJ

(2) Install the mounting screws.
(3) Connect the wiring harness.
(4) Install the pivot pin, seal, bezel and attaching
nut (Fig. 2). Torque nut to 4 Nzm (32 in. lbs.).
(5) Connect interior washer hose.
Lubricate the bezel nipples with a small amount
of water and then install the washer hoses.
(6) Install the liftgate trim panel.
(7) Install the wiper arm assembly and connect the
external washer hose to the bezel.
(8) Slide the clip along the hose until it is over
hose mount.
The blade should be parallel to window open-
ing and no closer than 5mm to window seal
when operated on a wet window (Fig. 3).
WASHER PUMP REPLACEMENT
The washer pump for the liftgate is located next to
the front washer pump on the washer reservoir in
the engine compartment. For replacement refer to
the front washer pump replacement procedure.
LIFTGATE WIPER SWITCH REPLACEMENT
(1) Remove the instrument panel bezel; see Instru-
ment Panel and Components Section for the proce-
dure.
(2) Remove the switch housing panel.
(3) Unplug the switch connector. Slightly depress
the switch mounting tabs and remove the switch
(Fig. 4).
DIAGNOSING REAR WIPER
(1) Remove and inspect 25 amp, #1 fuse. Replace
as required.
(2) Turn ignition switch to ACCESSORY and rear
wiper switch to WASH.
²Measure voltage at rear wiper switch terminal B.
Meter should read battery voltage. If not, repair open
to #1 fuse.
²Measure voltage at rear wiper switch terminals A,
C and D. Meter should read battery voltage. If not,
replace switch.(3) Turn ignition switch to ACCESSORY, place
rear wiper switch in WIPE. Measure voltage at rear
wiper switch terminal C. Meter should read battery
voltage. If not, replace switch.
(4) Remove liftgate cover and measure resistance
from rear wiper motor terminal 1 to a good ground.
Meter should read zero ohms. If not, repair open to
ground splice.
(5) Turn ignition switch to ACCESSORY and rear
wiper switch to WASH.
²Measure voltage at motor connector terminals 2, 3
and 4. Meter should read battery voltage. If OK, re-
place wiper motor. If not, repair open(s) to rear wiper
switch.
DIAGNOSING REAR WIPER WASHER
(1) Turn ignition switch to ACCESSORY and place
rear wiper/washer switch in WASH.
²Operate rear wiper motor. If motor does not oper-
ate check the 25 amp #1 fuse.
(2) Turn ignition switch to ACCESSORY and un-
plug rear washer pump connector.
²Measure resistance at pump connector terminal B
(ignition switch OFF). Meter should read zero ohms.
If not, repair open to ground.
²Measure voltage at pump connector terminal A,
switch in WASH. Meter should read battery voltage.
If OK, replace pump. If not, go to step 3.
(3) Remove switch and reconnect below instrument
panel. Backprobe switch connector with ignition
switch in ACCESSORY.
²Measure voltage at switch connector terminal B.
Meter should read battery voltage. If not, repair open
to fuse.
²Measure voltage at switch connector terminal A,
switch in WASH. Meter should read battery voltage.
If not, replace switch.
Fig. 3 Rear Wiper Arm Positioning
Fig. 4 Rear Wiper Switch
8K - 6 WINDSHIELD WIPERSJ

WIRING DIAGRAMS XJ-RHD
INDEX
Wiring Diagram Name Sheet Number
A/C Compressor Clutch........................45
A/C Compressor Clutch Relay....................45
A/C Heater Blower Motor.......................46
A/C Low Pressure Switch.......................45
A/C Mode Selector Switch.......................46
A/C System.............................45, 46
A/C Thermostat..............................45
Antenna Mast...............................47
Ashtray Illumination Lamp.......................26
Automatic Shut Down Relay......................9
Back-up Lamp Switch.........................16
Battery....................................6
Blower Motor............................44, 46
Blower Resistor...........................44, 46
Blower Switch............................44, 46
Body Ground...............................59
Brake Warning Switch.........................42
Camshaft Position Sensor.......................12
Cargo Lamp................................30
Charging System.............................5
Generator.................................5
Check Engine Indicator Lamp..................39, 40
Chime Module..............................43
Chime Module Connector.......................71
Cigar Lighter...............................58
Circuit Breakers
Windshield Wiper Circuit Breaker...............2,33
Connectors
Chime Module Connector......................71
Dash to Instrument Panel Connector A.............64
Dash to Instrument Panel Connector B.............65
Dash to Instrument Panel Connector C.............66
Data Link Connector.........................10
Instrument Cluster Connector 16 Way...........37, 69
Main Body Connector 1.......................70
Power Mirror Connector......................61
Powertrain Control Module Connector..............73
Steering Column Connector 11 Way...............67
Telltale Connector........................38, 68
Transmission Control Module Connector............72
Transmission Data Link Connector................17
Coolant Temperature Switch......................16
Crankshaft Position Sensor......................12
Dash to Instrument Panel Connector A..............64
Dash to Instrument Panel Connector B..............65
Dash to Instrument Panel Connector C..............66
Data Link Connector..........................10
Distributor Ignition Coil........................10
Dome Lamp................................31
Dome and Courtesy Lamps.................29, 30, 31
Cargo Lamp..............................30
Dome Lamp..............................31Wiring Diagram Name Sheet Number
Dome/Reading Lamp.........................31
Glove Box Lamp...........................29
Reading Lamp.............................31
Vanity Lamps.............................31
Dome/Reading Lamp..........................31
Door Jamb Switch System....................49, 50
Left Front Door Jamb Switch...................50
Left Rear Door Jamb Switch...................50
Liftgate Switch............................46
Right Front Door Jamb Switch..................49
Right Rear Door Jamb Switch..................49
Electronic Fuel Injection
Ignition System................9,10,11,12,13,14
Automatic Shut Down Relay.....................9
Camshaft Position Sensor.....................12
Crankshaft Position Sensor.....................12
Data Link Connector.........................10
Distributor Ignition Coil.......................10
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor...............11
Fuel Injectors.............................14
Fuel Pump Relay............................9
Heated Oxygen Sensor.......................13
Idle Air Control Motor........................14
Intake Air Temp Sensor.......................11
Map Sensor..............................11
Powertrain Control Module........9,10,11,12,13,14
Throttle Position (Sensor).....................11
Engine Block Heater...........................58
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor................11
Engine Coolant Temperature Switch.................15
Engine Oil Pressure and Temperature System..........15
Engine Oil Pressure Switch......................15
Engine Starter System..........................6
Battery..................................6
Engine Starter Motor.........................6
Engine Starter Relay..........................6
Fan Control Relay...........................3,7
Fog Lamp Illumination Lamp.....................20
Fog Lamp Relay.............................21
Fog Lamp Switch............................20
4WD Select Trac Indicator Lamp................39, 40
Front Axle Switch............................16
Front End Lighting.........................21, 22
Fog Lamp Relay...........................21
Left Fog Lamp.............................21
Left Headlamp.............................21
Left Park/Turn Signal Lamp....................21
Left Side Marker Lamp.......................21
Right Fog Lamp............................22
Right Headlamp............................22
Right Park/Turn Signal Lamp...................22
Right Side Marker Lamp......................22
Front Wipers/Washer - Intermittent..............33, 34
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Wiring Diagram Name Sheet Number
Front Washer Pump.........................34
Front Wiper Motor..........................34
Intermittent Wiper Module.....................33
Park Switch..............................34
Washer Fluid Level Switch.....................33
Washer Switch............................33
Windshield Wiper/Washer Circuit Breaker...........33
Wiper/Washer Switch........................33
Fuel Gauge Sensor...........................54
Fuel Injectors...............................14
Fuel Pump.................................54
Fuel Pump Module...........................54
Fuel Pump Relay............................3,9
Fuel Tank System............................54
Full Time Indicator Lamp.....................39, 40
Fuse Application Chart........................1,2
Fuse Panel..............................62, 63
Fuses
Fuse #2.............................2,4,60
Fuse #4..........................2,33,44,46
Fuse #5.............................1,4,27
Fuse #6.............................1,4,51
Fuse #9...............................1,19
Fuse #10..............................1,19
Fuse #13............................2,47,58
Fuse #14.........................2,23,33,60
Fuse #19............................2,33,35
Fuse #25............................1,19,25
Fuse #26..........................1,8,37,43
F1 ...................................3,4
F2 ...................................3,9
F3 ...................................3,17
F4 ...................................3,4
F5 .................................3,6,17
F6 .................................3,9,10
F7 .....................................3
F8 ...................................3,4
F9 .....................................3
F10 ...................................3,4
F11 ...................................3,4
F12 ...................................3,4
F13 ...................................3,4
F14 ...................................3,4
F15 ...................................3,4
F16 ...................................3,4
Generator..................................5
Glove Box Lamp.............................29
Hazard Flasher..............................32
Headlamp Dimmer Switch.......................19
Headlamp Switch...........................1,19
Headlamp Switch System.....................19, 20
Fog Lamp Illumination........................20
Fog Lamp Switch...........................20
Headlamp Dimmer Switch.....................19
Headlamp Switch...........................19
Headlamps..............................21, 22
Heated Oxygen Sensor.........................13
Heated Rear Window..........................60Wiring Diagram Name Sheet Number
Relay...................................60
Switch..................................60
Switch Illumination..........................25
Heater A/C Panel Lamp........................25
Heater and A/C System......................45, 46
A/C Compressor Clutch.......................45
A/C Compressor Clutch Relay...................45
A/C Heater Blower Motor......................46
A/C Low Pressure Switch.....................45
A/C Mode Selector Switch.....................46
A/C Thermostat............................45
Blower Resistor............................46
Blower Switch.............................46
Powertrain Control Module.....................45
Heater System..............................44
Blower Resistor............................44
Blower Switch.............................44
Heater Blower Motor.........................44
Heat Mode Select Switch......................44
Heater Blower Motor..........................44
Heater Element..............................52
Heavy Duty Cooling (4.0L).......................7
Fan Control Relay...........................7
Powertrain Control Module.....................7
Radiator Fan Motor..........................7
High-Beam Indicator Lamp......................41
Horn System...............................27
Horn Brush/Slip Ring........................27
Horn Relay...............................27
Horn Switch..............................27
Left Side Horn.............................27
Right Side Horn............................27
Idle Air Control Motor.........................14
Ignition Key Warning Switch.....................43
Ignition Switch...............................8
Ignition System..............................8
Instrument Cluster............................37
Instrument Cluster Connector.....................37
Instrument Cluster Connector 16 Way...............69
Instrument Cluster Indicator Printed Circuit Board.......40
Instrument Cluster Printed Circuit Board (Standard)......41
Instrument Panel Ground.......................32
Instrument Panel Illumination..................25, 26
Heated Rear Window Switch Illumination...........25
Heater A/C Panel Lamp.......................25
Rear Wiper/Wash Switch Lamp..................26
Transfer Case Lamp.........................26
Transmission Range Lamp.....................26
Intake Air Temp Sensor........................11
Intermittent Front Wipers/Washers...............33, 34
Intermittent Wiper Module.......................33
Lamps
Ashtray Illumination Lamp.....................26
Back-Up Lamp..........................55, 56
Cargo Lamp..............................30
Check Engine Indicator Lamp................39, 40
Cigar Lighter Illumination......................58
Dome Lamp..............................31
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can easily be wiped off. Components should be
torqued in place within 15 minutes. The use of a lo-
cating dowel is recommended during assembly to pre-
vent smearing the material off location.
ENGINE PERFORMANCE
To provide best vehicle performance and lowest ve-
hicle emissions, it is most important that the tune-up
be done accurately. Use the specifications listed on
the Vehicle Emission Control Information label
found on the engine compartment hood.
(1) Test battery specific gravity. Add water, if nec-
essary. Clean and tighten battery connections.
(2) Test cranking amperage draw (refer to Group
8B, Battery/Starter Service for the proper proce-
dures).
(3) Tighten the intake manifold bolts (refer to
Group 11, Exhaust System and Intake Manifold for
the proper specifications).
(4) Perform cylinder compression test:
(a) Check engine oil level and add oil, if neces-
sary.
(b) Drive the vehicle until engine reaches normal
operating temperature.
(c) Select a route free from traffic and other
forms of congestion, observe all traffic laws and
briskly accelerate through the gears several times.
The higher engine speed may help clean out valve
seat deposits which can prevent accurate compres-
sion readings.
CAUTION: DO NOT overspeed the engine.
(d) Remove all spark plugs from engine. As
spark plugs are being removed, check electrodes for
abnormal firing indicators - fouled, hot, oily, etc.
Record cylinder number of spark plug for future
reference.
(e) Disconnect coil wire from distributor and se-
cure to good ground to prevent a spark from start-
ing a fire.
(f) Be sure throttle blades are fully open during
the compression check.
(g) Insert compression gage adaptor into the
No.1 spark plug hole. Crank engine until maxi-
mum pressure is reached on gauge. Record this
pressure as No.1 cylinder pressure.
(h) Repeat Step 4g for all remaining cylinders.
(i) Compression should not be less than 689 kPa
(100 psi) and not vary more than 172 kPa (25 psi)
from cylinder to cylinder.
(j) If cylinder(s) have abnormally low compres-
sion pressures, repeat steps 4a through 4h.
(k) If the same cylinder(s) repeat an abnormally
low reading, it could indicate the existence of a
problem in the cylinder.
The recommended compression pressures are
to be used only as a guide to diagnosing engineproblems. An engine should NOT be disassem-
bled to determine the cause of low compression
unless some malfunction is present.
(5) Clean or replace spark plugs as necessary. Ad-
just gap (refer to Group 8D, Ignition System for gap
adjustment and torque).
(6) Test resistance of spark plug cables (refer to
Group 8D, Ignition System).
(7) Inspect the primary wire. Test coil output volt-
age, primary and secondary resistance. Replace parts
as necessary (refer to Group 8D, Ignition System and
make necessary adjustment).
(8) Set ignition timing to specifications (refer to
Specification Label on engine compartment hood).
(9) Perform a combustion analysis.
(10) Test fuel pump for pressure and vacuum (refer
to Group 14, Fuel System for the proper specifica-
tions).
(11) Inspect air filter element (refer to Group 0,
Lubrication and Maintenance for the proper proce-
dure).
(12) Inspect crankcase ventilation system (refer to
Group 0, Lubrication and Maintenance for the proper
procedure).
(13) For emission controls refer to Group 25, Emis-
sion Controls System for service procedures.
(14) Inspect and adjust accessory belt drives (refer
to Group 7, Cooling System for the proper adjust-
ments).
(15) Road test vehicle as a final test.
HONING CYLINDER BORES
Before honing, stuff plenty of clean shop towels un-
der the bores and over the crankshaft to keep abra-
sive materials from entering the crankshaft area.
(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 and out-of-round as well as removing light
scuffing, scoring or scratches. Usually a few strokes
will clean up a bore and maintain the required lim-
its.
CAUTION: DO NOT use rigid type hones to remove
cylinder wall glaze.
(2) Deglazing of the cylinder walls may be done if
the cylinder bore is straight and round. Use a cylin-
der surfacing hone, Honing Tool C-3501, equipped
with 280 grit stones (C-3501-3810). 20-60 strokes, de-
pending on the bore condition, will be sufficient to
provide a satisfactory surface. Using honing oil
C-3501-3880 or a light honing oil available from ma-
jor oil distributors.
CAUTION: DO NOT use engine or transmission oil,
mineral spirits or kerosene.
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(3) Honing should be done by moving the hone up
and down fast enough to get a crosshatch pattern.
The hone marks should INTERSECT at 50É to 60É for
proper seating of rings (Fig. 1).
(4) A controlled hone motor speed between 200 and
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 50É to 60É
angle. Faster up and down strokes increase the cross-
hatch angle.
(5) After honing, it is necessary that the block be
cleaned to remove all traces of abrasive. Use a brush
to wash parts with a solution of hot water and deter-
gent. Dry parts thoroughly. Use a clean, white, lint-
free cloth to check that the bore is clean. Oil the
bores after cleaning to prevent rusting.
MEASURING WITH PLASTIGAGE
CRANKSHAFT MAIN BEARING CLEARANCE
Engine crankshaft bearing clearances can be deter-
mined by use of Plastigage, or equivalent. The fol-
lowing is the recommended procedures for the use of
Plastigage:
(1) Remove oil film from surface to be checked.
Plastigage is soluble in oil.
(2) The total clearance of the main bearings can
only be determined by removing the weight of the
crankshaft. This can be accomplished by either of
two methods:
METHOD - 1 (PREFERRED)ÐShim the bear-
ings adjacent to the bearing to be checked. This will
remove the clearance between upper bearing shell
and the crankshaft. Place a minimum of 0.254 mm
(0.010 inch) shim between the bearing shell and the
adjacent bearing cap. Tighten the bolts to 18 Nzm (13
ft. lbs.) torque.
²ALL ENGINESÐWhen checking No.1 main bear-
ing; shim No.2 main bearing.²ALL ENGINESÐWhen checking No.2 main bear-
ing; shim No.1 and No.3 main bearing.
²ALL ENGINESÐWhen checking No.3 main bear-
ing; shim No.2 and No.4 main bearing.
²ALL ENGINESÐWhen checking No.4 main bear-
ing; shim No.3 and No.5 main bearing.
²2.5L ENGINEÐWhen checking No.5 main bear-
ing; shim No.4 main bearing.
²4.0L ENGINEÐWhen checking No.5 main bear-
ing; shim No.4 and No.6 main bearing.
²4.0L ENGINEÐWhen checking No.6 main bear-
ing; shim No.5 and No.7 main bearing.
²4.0L ENGINEÐWhen checking No.7 main bear-
ing; shim No.6 main bearing.
Remove all shims before assembling engine.
METHOD - 2 (ALTERNATIVE)ÐThe weight of
the crankshaft is supported by a jack under the coun-
terweight adjacent to the bearing being checked.
(3) Place a piece of Plastigage across the entire
width of the bearing cap shell (Fig. 2). Position the
Plastigage approximately 6.35 mm (1/4 inch) off cen-
ter and away from the oil holes. In addition, suspect
areas can be checked by placing the Plastigage in
that area. Tighten the bearing cap bolts of the bear-
ing being checked to 108 Nzm (80 ft. lbs.) torque.DO
NOT rotate the crankshaft or the Plastigage may
be smeared, giving inaccurate results.
(4) Remove the bearing cap and compare the width
of the flattened Plastigage with the scale provided on
the package (Fig. 3). Plastigage generally comes in 2
scales (one scale is in inches and the other is a met-
ric scale). Locate the band closest to the same width.
This band shows the amount of clearance. Differ-
ences in readings between the ends indicate the
amount of taper present. Record all readings taken
(refer to Engine Specifications).
(5) Plastigage is available in a variety of clearance
ranges. The 0.025-0.076 mm (0.001-0.003 inch) range
is usually the most appropriate for checking engine
bearing clearances.
Fig. 1 Cylinder Bore Crosshatch Pattern
Fig. 2 Placement of Plastigage in Bearing Shell
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CONNECTING ROD BEARING CLEARANCE
Engine connecting rod bearing clearances can be
determined by use of Plastigage, or equivalent. The
following is the recommended procedures for the use
of Plastigage:
(1) Remove oil film from surface to be checked.
Plastigage is soluble in oil.
(2) Place a piece of Plastigage across the entire
width of the bearing cap shell (Fig. 2). Position the
Plastigage approximately 6.35 mm (1/4 inch) off cen-
ter and away from the oil holes. In addition, suspect
areas can be checked by placing the Plastigage in the
suspect area.
(3) The crankshaft must be turned until the con-
necting rod to be checked starts moving toward the
top of the engine. Only then should the rod cap with
Plastigage in place be assembled. Tighten the rod
cap nut to 45 Nzm (33 ft. lbs.) torque.DO NOT ro-
tate the crankshaft or the Plastigage may be
smeared, giving inaccurate results.
(4) Remove the bearing cap and compare the width
of the flattened Plastigage with the scale provided on
the package (Fig. 3). Plastigage generally comes in 2
scales (one scale is in inches and the other is a met-
ric scale). Locate the band closest to the same width.
This band shows the amount of clearance. Differ-
ences in readings between the ends indicate the
amount of taper present. Record all readings taken
(refer to Engine Specifications).
(5) Plastigage is available in a variety of clearance
ranges. The 0.025-0.076 mm (0.001-0.003 inch) range
is usually the most appropriate for checking engine
bearing clearances.
REPAIR DAMAGED OR WORN THREADS
Damaged or worn threads can be repaired. Essen-
tially, this repair consists of:
²Drilling out worn or damaged threads.
²Tapping the hole with a special Heli-Coil Tap, or
equivalent.
²Installing an insert into the tapped hole.
This brings the hole back to its original thread size.
CAUTION: Be sure that the tapped holes maintain
the original center line.Heli-Coil tools and inserts are readily available
from automotive parts jobbers.
SERVICE ENGINE ASSEMBLY (SHORT BLOCK)
A service replacement engine assembly (short
block) may be installed whenever the original cylin-
der block is defective or damaged beyond repair. It
consists of the cylinder block, crankshaft, piston and
rod assemblies. If needed, the camshaft must be pro-
cured separately and installed before the engine is
installed in the vehicle.
A short block is identified with the letter ``S'' stamped
on the same machined surface where the build date
code is stamped for complete engine assemblies.
Installation includes the transfer of components
from the defective or damaged original engine. Fol-
low the appropriate procedures for cleaning, inspec-
tion and torque tightening.
HYDROSTATIC LOCK
When an engine is suspected of hydrostatic lock
(regardless of what caused the problem), follow the
steps below.
(1) Perform the Fuel Pressure Release Procedure
(refer to Group 14, Fuel System).
(2) Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
(3) Inspect air cleaner, induction system and in-
take manifold to ensure system is dry and clear of
foreign material.
(4) Place a shop towel around the spark plugs to
catch any fluid that may possibly be under pressure in
the cylinder head. Remove the plugs from the engine.
CAUTION: DO NOT use the starter motor to rotate
the crankshaft. Severe damage could occur.
(5) With all spark plugs removed, rotate the crank-
shaft using a breaker bar and socket.
(6) Identify the fluid in the cylinders (i.e. coolant,
fuel, oil, etc.).
(7) Make sure all fluid has been removed from the
cylinders.
(8) Repair engine or components as necessary to
prevent this problem from occurring again.
(9) Squirt engine oil into the cylinders to lubricate
the walls. This will prevent damage on restart.
(10) Install new spark plugs. Tighten the spark
plugs to 37 Nzm (27 ft. lbs.) torque.
(11) Drain engine oil. Remove and discard the oil
filter.
(12) Install the drain plug. Tighten the plug to 34
Nzm (25 ft. lbs.) torque.
(13) Install a new oil filter.
(14) Fill engine crankcase with the specified
amount and grade of oil (refer to Group 0, Lubrica-
tion and Maintenance).
(15) Connect the negative cable to the battery.
(16) Start the engine and check for any leaks.
Fig. 3 Clearance Measurement
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If a cylinder is leaking combustion pressure into
the water jacket, the tester pointer will pulsate with
every combustion stroke of the cylinder.
CYLINDER COMBUSTION PRESSURE LEAKAGE
TEST
The combustion pressure leakage test provides an
accurate means for determining engine condition.
Combustion pressure leakage testing will detect:
²Exhaust and intake valve leaks (improper seat-
ing).
²Leaks between adjacent cylinders or into water
jacket.
²Any causes for combustion/compression pressure
loss.
WARNING: DO NOT REMOVE THE RADIATOR CAP
WITH THE SYSTEM HOT AND UNDER PRESSURE
BECAUSE SERIOUS BURNS FROM COOLANT CAN
OCCUR.
Check the coolant level and fill as required. DO
NOT install the radiator cap.
Start and operate the engine until it attains nor-
mal operating temperature, then turn the engine
OFF.Remove the spark plugs.
Remove the oil filler cap.
Remove the air cleaner.
Calibrate the tester according to the manufactur-
er's instructions. The shop air source for testing
should maintain 483 kPa (70 psi) minimum, 1 379
kPa (200 psi) maximum and 552 kPa (80 psi) recom-
mended.
Perform the test procedures on each cylinder ac-
cording to the tester manufacturer's instructions.
While testing, listen for pressurized air escaping
through the throttle body, tailpipe and oil filler cap
opening. Check for bubbles in the radiator coolant.
All gauge pressure indications should be equal,
with no more than 25% leakage.
FOR EXAMPLE:At 552 kPa (80 psi) input pres-
sure, a minimum of 414 kPa (60 psi) should be main-
tained in the cylinder.
Refer to the Cylinder Combustion Pressure Leak-
age Test Diagnosis chart.
CYLINDER COMBUSTION PRESSURE LEAKAGE TEST DIAGNOSIS
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