Plugs JEEP LIBERTY 2002 KJ / 1.G User Guide

3.7L
The Camshaft Position Sensor (CMP) on the 3.7L
V-6 engine is bolted to the front/top of the right cyl-
inder head.
(1) Clean out machined hole in cylinder head.
(2) Apply a small amount of engine oil to sensor
o-ring.
(3) Install sensor into cylinder head with a slight
rocking and twisting action.
CAUTION: Before tightening sensor mounting bolt,
be sure sensor is completely flush to cylinder head.
If sensor is not flush, damage to sensor mounting
tang may result.
(4) Install mounting bolt and tighten. Refer to
torque specifications.
(5) Connect electrical connector to sensor.
IGNITION COIL
DESCRIPTION
2.4L
The coil assembly consists of 2 different coils
molded together. The assembly is mounted to the top
of the engine (Fig. 14).
3.7L
The 3.7L V-6 engine uses 6 dedicated, and individ-
ually fired coil for each spark plug (Fig. 15). Each
coil is mounted directly into the cylinder head and
onto the top of each spark plug (Fig. 16).
OPERATION
2.4L
The coil fires two spark plugs simultaneously. One
plug is under compression, the other plug fires on the
exhaust stroke (lost spark). Coil number one fires
Fig. 14 IGNITION COIL - 2.4L
1 - IGNITION COIL
2 - MOUNTING BOLTS (4)
Fig. 15 IGNITION COIL - 3.7L
1 - O-RING
2 - IGNITION COIL
3 - ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR
Fig. 16 IGNITION COIL LOCATION - 3.7L
1 - IGNITION COIL
2 - COIL MOUNTING NUT
KJIGNITION CONTROL 8I - 9
CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR (Continued)

NOTE: Over or under tightening the sensor mount-
ing bolts will affect knock sensor performance, pos-
sibly causing improper spark control. Always use
the specified torque when installing the knock sen-
sors.
REMOVAL
The 2 knock sensors are bolted into the cylinder
block under the intake manifold (Fig. 20).
NOTE: The left sensor is identified by an identifica-
tion tag (LEFT). It is also identified by a larger bolt
head. The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) must
have and know the correct sensor left/right posi-
tions. Do not mix the sensor locations.
(1) Disconnect knock sensor dual pigtail harness
from engine wiring harness. this connection is made
near rear of left valve cover (Fig. 20).
(2) Remove intake manifold. Refer to Engine sec-
tion.
(3) Remove sensor mounting bolts (Fig. 20). Note
foam strip on bolt threads. This foam is used only to
retain the bolts to sensors for plant assembly. It is
not used as a sealant. Do not apply any adhesive,
sealant or thread locking compound to these bolts.
(4) Remove sensors from engine.
INSTALLATION
NOTE: The left sensor is identified by an identifica-
tion tag (LEFT). It is also identified by a larger bolt
head. The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) must
have and know the correct sensor left/right posi-
tions. Do not mix the sensor locations.
(1) Thoroughly clean knock sensor mounting holes.
(2) Install sensors into cylinder block.
NOTE: Over or under tightening the sensor mount-
ing bolts will affect knock sensor performance, pos-
sibly causing improper spark control. Always use
the specified torque when installing the knock sen-
sors. The torque for the knock senor bolt is rela-
tively light for an 8mm bolt.
NOTE: Note foam strip on bolt threads. This foam is
used only to retain the bolts to sensors for plant
assembly. It is not used as a sealant. Do not apply
any adhesive, sealant or thread locking compound
to these bolts.
(3) Install and tighten mounting bolts. Refer to
torque specification.
(4) Install intake manifold. Refer to Engine sec-
tion.
(5) Connect knock sensor wiring harness to engine
harness at rear of intake manifold.
SPARK PLUG
DESCRIPTION
Resistor type spark plugs are used.
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.
OPERATION
To prevent possible pre-ignition and/or mechanical
engine damage, the correct type/heat range/number
spark plug must be used.
Always use the recommended torque when tighten-
ing spark plugs. This is especially true when plugs
are equipped with tapered seats. Incorrect torque can
distort the spark plug and change plug gap. It can
also pull the plug threads and do possible damage to
both the spark plug and the cylinder head.
Remove the spark plugs and examine them for
burned electrodes and fouled, cracked or broken por-
celain insulators. Keep plugs arranged in the order
in which they were removed from the engine. A sin-
Fig. 20 KNOCK SENSOR LOCATION
1 - KNOCK SENSORS (2)
2 - MOUNTING BOLTS
8I - 12 IGNITION CONTROLKJ
KNOCK SENSOR (Continued)

gle plug displaying an abnormal condition indicates
that a problem exists in the corresponding cylinder.
Replace spark plugs at the intervals recommended in
the Lubrication and Maintenance section.
Spark plugs that have low mileage may be cleaned
and reused if not otherwise defective, carbon or oil
fouled. Also refer to Spark Plug Conditions.
CAUTION: Never use a motorized wire wheel brush
to clean the spark plugs. Metallic deposits will
remain on the spark plug insulator and will cause
plug misfire.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - SPARK PLUG
CONDITIONS
NORMAL OPERATING
The few deposits present on the spark plug will
probably be light tan or slightly gray in color. This is
evident with most grades of commercial gasoline
(Fig. 21). There will not be evidence of electrode
burning. Gap growth will not average more than
approximately 0.025 mm (.001 in) per 3200 km (2000
miles) of operation. Spark plugs that have normal
wear can usually be cleaned, have the electrodes
filed, have the gap set and then be installed.
Some fuel refiners in several areas of the United
States have introduced a manganese additive (MMT)
for unleaded fuel. During combustion, fuel with MMT
causes the entire tip of the spark plug to be coated
with a rust colored deposit. This rust color can be
misdiagnosed as being caused by coolant in the com-bustion chamber. Spark plug performance may be
affected by MMT deposits.
COLD FOULING/CARBON FOULING
Cold fouling is sometimes referred to as carbon
fouling. The deposits that cause cold fouling are basi-
cally carbon (Fig. 21). A dry, black deposit on one or
two plugs in a set may be caused by sticking valves
or defective spark plug cables. Cold (carbon) fouling
of the entire set of spark plugs may be caused by a
clogged air cleaner element or repeated short operat-
ing times (short trips).
WET FOULING OR GAS FOULING
A spark plug coated with excessive wet fuel or oil
is wet fouled. In older engines, worn piston rings,
leaking valve guide seals or excessive cylinder wear
can cause wet fouling. In new or recently overhauled
engines, wet fouling may occur before break-in (nor-
mal oil control) is achieved. This condition can usu-
ally be resolved by cleaning and reinstalling the
fouled plugs.
OIL OR ASH ENCRUSTED
If one or more spark plugs are oil or oil ash
encrusted (Fig. 22), evaluate engine condition for the
cause of oil entry into that particular combustion
chamber.
ELECTRODE GAP BRIDGING
Electrode gap bridging may be traced to loose
deposits in the combustion chamber. These deposits
accumulate on the spark plugs during continuous
stop-and-go driving. When the engine is suddenly
Fig. 21 Normal Operation and Cold (Carbon) Fouling
1 - NORMAL
2 - DRY BLACK DEPOSITS
3 - COLD (CARBON) FOULING
Fig. 22 Oil or Ash Encrusted
KJIGNITION CONTROL 8I - 13
SPARK PLUG (Continued)

subjected to a high torque load, deposits partially liq-
uefy and bridge the gap between electrodes (Fig. 23).
This short circuits the electrodes. Spark plugs with
electrode gap bridging can be cleaned using standard
procedures.
SCAVENGER DEPOSITS
Fuel scavenger deposits may be either white or yel-
low (Fig. 24). They may appear to be harmful, but
this is a normal condition caused by chemical addi-
tives in certain fuels. These additives are designed to
change the chemical nature of deposits and decrease
spark plug misfire tendencies. Notice that accumula-
tion on the ground electrode and shell area may be
heavy, but the deposits are easily removed. Spark
plugs with scavenger deposits can be considered nor-
mal in condition and can be cleaned using standard
procedures.
CHIPPED ELECTRODE INSULATOR
A chipped electrode insulator usually results from
bending the center electrode while adjusting the
spark plug electrode gap. Under certain conditions,
severe detonation can also separate the insulator
from the center electrode (Fig. 25). Spark plugs with
this condition must be replaced.
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. 26). Insulators appear
relatively deposit free. Determine if the spark plug
has the correct heat range rating for the engine.
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-
ing temperature of a particular type spark plug.
Spark plugs are designed to operate within specific
temperature ranges. This depends upon the thick-
ness and length of the center electrodes porcelain
insulator.)
SPARK PLUG OVERHEATING
Overheating is indicated by a white or gray center
electrode insulator that also appears blistered (Fig.
27). The increase in electrode gap will be consider-
ably in excess of 0.001 inch per 2000 miles of opera-
tion. This suggests that a plug with a cooler heat
range rating should be used. Over advanced ignition
timing, detonation and cooling system malfunctions
can also cause spark plug overheating.
Fig. 23 Electrode Gap Bridging
1 - GROUND ELECTRODE
2 - DEPOSITS
3 - CENTER ELECTRODE
Fig. 24 Scavenger Deposits
1 - GROUND ELECTRODE COVERED WITH WHITE OR
YELLOW DEPOSITS
2 - CENTER ELECTRODE
Fig. 25 Chipped Electrode Insulator
1 - GROUND ELECTRODE
2 - CENTER ELECTRODE
3 - CHIPPED INSULATOR
8I - 14 IGNITION CONTROLKJ
SPARK PLUG (Continued)

REMOVAL
2.4L
If spark plug for #2 or #3 cylinder is being
removed, throttle body must be removed. Refer to
Throttle Body Removal.
(1) Remove air cleaner tube and housing.
(2) Twist secondary cable at cylinder head to break
loose at spark plug. Remove cable from plug.
(3) Prior to removing spark plug, spray com-
pressed air into cylinder head opening. This will help
prevent foreign material from entering combustion
chamber.
(4) Remove spark plug from cylinder head using a
quality socket with a rubber or foam insert.
(5) Inspect spark plug condition. Refer to Spark
Plug Conditions.
3.7L
Each individual spark plug is located under each
ignition coil. Each individual ignition coil must be
removed to gain access to each spark plug. Refer to
Ignition Coil Removal/Installation.
(1) Prior to removing ignition coil, spray com-
pressed air around coil base at cylinder head.
(2) Prior to removing spark plug, spray com-
pressed air into cylinder head opening. This will help
prevent foreign material from entering combustion
chamber.
(3) Remove spark plug from cylinder head using a
quality socket with a rubber or foam insert. Also
check condition of ignition coil o-ring and replace as
necessary.
(4) Inspect spark plug condition. Refer to Spark
Plug Conditions.
CLEANING SPARK PLUGS
The plugs may be cleaned using commercially
available spark plug cleaning equipment. After clean-
ing, file the center electrode flat with a small point
file or jewelers file before adjusting gap.
CAUTION: Never use a motorized wire wheel brush
to clean the spark plugs. Metallic deposits will
remain on the spark plug insulator and will cause
plug misfire.
INSTALLATION
2.4L
CAUTION: Spark plug tightening on the 2.4L is
torque critical. The plugs are equipped with tapered
seats. Do not exceed 15 ft. lbs. torque.
Special care should be taken when installing spark
plugs into the cylinder head spark plug wells. Be
sure the plugs do not drop into the plug wells as elec-
trodes can be damaged.
Always tighten spark plugs to the specified torque.
Over tightening can cause distortion resulting in a
change in the spark plug gap or a cracked porcelain
insulator.
(1) Start the spark plug into the cylinder head by
hand to avoid cross threading.
(2) Tighten spark plugs. Refer to torque specifica-
tions.
(3) Install throttle body. Refer to Throttle Body
Installation.
(4) Install air cleaner tube and housing.
3.7L
Special care should be taken when installing spark
plugs into the cylinder head spark plug wells. Be
Fig. 26 Preignition Damage
1 - GROUND ELECTRODE STARTING TO DISSOLVE
2 - CENTER ELECTRODE DISSOLVED
Fig. 27 Spark Plug Overheating
1 - BLISTERED WHITE OR GRAY COLORED INSULATOR
KJIGNITION CONTROL 8I - 15
SPARK PLUG (Continued)

sure the plugs do not drop into the plug wells as elec-
trodes can be damaged.
Always tighten spark plugs to the specified torque.
Over tightening can cause distortion resulting in a
change in the spark plug gap or a cracked porcelain
insulator.
(1) Start the spark plug into the cylinder head by
hand to avoid cross threading.
(2) Tighten spark plugs. Refer to torque specifica-
tions.
(3) Before installing coil(s), check condition of coil
o-ring and replace as necessary. To aid in coil instal-
lation, apply silicone to coil o-ring.
(4) Install ignition coil(s). Refer to Ignition Coil
Removal/Installation.
IGNITION COIL CAPACITOR
DESCRIPTION
One coil capacitor is used. It is located in the
engine compartment and attached (clipped) to a wir-
ing trough near the brake power booster.
OPERATION
The coil capacitor(s) help dampen the amount of
conducted electrical noise to the camshaft position
sensor, crankshaft position sensor, and throttle posi-
tion sensor. This noise is generated on the 12V sup-
ply wire to the ignition coils and fuel injectors.
REMOVAL
The coil capacitor is located in the engine compart-
ment and is attached (clipped) to a wiring harness
trough near the brake power booster (graphic not
available).
(1) Unclip capacitor from wiring harness trough.
(2) Disconnect electrical connector at capacitor.
INSTALLATION
(1) Connect electrical connector to coil capacitor.
(2) Position capacitor into v-clip on wiring harness
trough.
8I - 16 IGNITION CONTROLKJ
SPARK PLUG (Continued)

The turn signal indicators are connected in parallel
with the other turn signal circuits. This arrangement
allows the turn signal indicators to remain func-
tional, regardless of the condition of the other cir-
cuits in the turn signal and hazard warning systems.
The combination flasher outputs of the hazard switch
to the instrument cluster turn signal indicator inputs
can be diagnosed using conventional diagnostic tools
and methods. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/LAMPS/
LIGHTING - EXTERIOR/HAZARD SWITCH -
DESCRIPTION) for more information on the combi-
nation flasher and hazard switch operation.
WAIT-TO-START INDICATOR
DESCRIPTION
A wait-to-start indicator is only found in the
instrument clusters of vehicles equipped with an
optional diesel engine. The wait-to-start indicator is
located above the fuel gauge and to the left of the
tachometer in the instrument cluster. The wait-to-
start indicator consists of a stencil-like cutout of the
International Control and Display Symbol icon for
ªDiesel Preheatº in the opaque layer of the instru-
ment cluster overlay. The dark outer layer of the
overlay prevents the indicator from being clearly vis-
ible when it is not illuminated. An amber Light
Emitting Diode (LED) behind the cutout in the
opaque layer of the overlay causes the icon to appear
in amber through the translucent outer layer of the
overlay when it is illuminated from behind by the
LED, which is soldered onto the instrument cluster
electronic circuit board. The wait-to-start indicator is
serviced as a unit with the instrument cluster.
OPERATION
The wait-to-start indicator gives an indication to
the vehicle operator when the diesel engine glow
plugs are energized in their pre-heat operating mode.
This indicator is controlled by a transistor on the
instrument cluster electronic circuit board based
upon the cluster programming and electronic mes-
sages received by the cluster from the Powertrain
Control Module (PCM) over the Programmable Com-
munications Interface (PCI) data bus. The wait-to-
start indicator Light Emitting Diode (LED) is
completely controlled by the instrument cluster logic
circuit, and that logic will only allow this indicator to
operate when the instrument cluster receives a bat-
tery current input on the fused ignition switch out-
put (run-start) circuit. Therefore, the LED will
always be off when the ignition switch is in any posi-
tion except On or Start. The LED only illuminates
when it is provided a path to ground by the instru-
ment cluster transistor. The instrument cluster willturn on the wait-to-start indicator for the following
reasons:
²Wait-To-Start Lamp-On Message- Each time
the cluster receives a wait-to-start lamp-on message
from the PCM indicating the glow plugs are heating
and the driver must wait to start the engine, the
wait-to-start indicator will be illuminated. The indi-
cator remains illuminated until the cluster receives a
wait-to-start lamp-off message, or until the ignition
switch is turned to the Off position, whichever occurs
first.
²Actuator Test- Each time the cluster is put
through the actuator test, the wait-to-start indicator
will be turned on, then off again during the bulb
check portion of the test to confirm the functionality
of the LED and the cluster control circuitry.
The PCM continually monitors the ambient tem-
perature and the glow plug pre-heater circuits to
determine how long the glow plugs must be heated in
the pre-heat operating mode. The PCM then sends
the proper wait-to-start lamp-on and lamp-off mes-
sages to the instrument cluster. For further diagnosis
of the wait-to-start indicator or the instrument clus-
ter circuitry that controls the indicator, (Refer to 8 -
ELECTRICAL/INSTRUMENT CLUSTER - DIAGNO-
SIS AND TESTING). For proper diagnosis of the
glow plug pre-heater control circuits, the PCM, the
PCI data bus, or the electronic message inputs to the
instrument cluster that control the wait-to-start indi-
cator, a DRBIIItscan tool is required. Refer to the
appropriate diagnostic information.
WASHER FLUID INDICATOR
DESCRIPTION
A washer fluid indicator is standard equipment on
all instrument clusters. The washer fluid indicator
consists of the text ªlowashº, which appears in place
of the odometer/trip odometer information in the Vac-
uum-Fluorescent Display (VFD) of the instrument
cluster. The VFD is part of the cluster electronic cir-
cuit board, and is visible through a cutout located
near the lower edge of the speedometer dial face in
the instrument cluster. The dark outer layer of the
overlay prevents the VFD from being clearly visible
when it is not illuminated. The text message
ªlowashº appears in the same blue-green color and at
the same lighting level as the odometer/trip odometer
information through the translucent outer layer of
the overlay when it is illuminated by the instrument
cluster electronic circuit board. The washer fluid
indicator is serviced as a unit with the instrument
cluster.
KJINSTRUMENT CLUSTER 8J - 35
TURN SIGNAL INDICATOR (Continued)

8W-02 COMPONENT INDEX
Component Page
A/C Compressor Clutch Relay........... 8Wa-42
A/C Compressor Clutch................ 8Wa-42
A/C-Heater Control................... 8Wa-42
A/C High Pressure Switch.............. 8Wa-42
A/C Low Pressure Switch............... 8Wa-42
A/C Pressure Transducer............... 8Wa-42
Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor........ 8Wa-30
Airbag Control Module................. 8Wa-43
Ambient Temperature Sensor............ 8Wa-45
Antenna Module...................... 8Wa-47
Antenna............................ 8Wa-47
Ash Receiver Lamp................... 8Wa-44
Auto Shut Down Relay................. 8Wa-30
Back-Up Lamp Switch................. 8Wa-31
Battery Temperature Sensor......... 8Wa-20, 30
Battery............................. 8Wa-20
Blend Door Actuator................... 8Wa-42
Blower Motor Relay................... 8Wa-42
Blower Motor Resistor Block............ 8Wa-42
Blower Motor........................ 8Wa-42
Body Control Module.................. 8Wa-45
Boost Pressure Sensor................. 8Wa-30
Brake Lamp Switch................... 8Wa-33
Brake Pressure Switch................. 8Wa-35
Cabin Heater Relay................... 8Wa-42
Cabin Heater........................ 8Wa-42
Camshaft Position Sensor.............. 8Wa-30
Capacitor........................... 8Wa-30
Cargo Lamp......................... 8Wa-44
CD Changer......................... 8Wa-47
Center High Mounted Stop Lamp........ 8Wa-51
Cigar Lighter........................ 8Wa-41
Circuit Breakers...................... 8Wa-12
Clockspring................. 8Wa-33, 41, 43, 47
Clutch Interlock Switch................ 8Wa-21
Clutch Switch Override Relay........... 8Wa-21
Coil On Plugs........................ 8Wa-30
Coil Rail............................ 8Wa-30
Compass Mini-Trip Computer........... 8Wa-49
Controller Antilock Brake.............. 8Wa-35
Courtesy Lamps...................... 8Wa-44
Crankshaft Position Sensor............. 8Wa-30
Curtain Airbags...................... 8Wa-43
Cylinder Lock Switches................ 8Wa-61
Data Link Connector.................. 8Wa-18
Daytime Running Lamp Relay........... 8Wa-50
Defogger Relay....................... 8Wa-48
Diagnostic Junction Port............... 8Wa-18
Dome Lamp......................... 8Wa-44
Door Ajar Switches.................... 8Wa-45
Door Lock Motor/Ajar Switches.......... 8Wa-61
Door Lock Relay...................... 8Wa-61Component Page
Door Lock Switches................... 8Wa-61
Door Speakers....................... 8Wa-47
Driver Airbag Squib 1................. 8Wa-43
Driver Airbag Squib 2................. 8Wa-43
Driver Door Unlock Relay.............. 8Wa-61
Driver Seat Belt Switch................ 8Wa-40
Driver Seat Belt Tensioner.............. 8Wa-43
EGR Solenoid........................ 8Wa-30
Electric Brake Provision................ 8Wa-54
Engine Control Module................ 8Wa-30
Engine Coolant Level Sensor............ 8Wa-40
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor...... 8Wa-30
Engine Oil Pressure Sensor............. 8Wa-30
EVAP/Purge Solenoid.................. 8Wa-30
Flip-Up Glass Release Motor............ 8Wa-61
Flip-Up Glass Release Switch........... 8Wa-61
Fog Lamps.......................... 8Wa-50
Front Fog Lamp Relay................. 8Wa-50
Front Wiper Motor.................... 8Wa-53
Fuel Heater Relay.................... 8Wa-30
Fuel Heater......................... 8Wa-30
Fuel Injectors........................ 8Wa-30
Fuel Pressure Sensor.................. 8Wa-30
Fuel Pressure Solenoid................. 8Wa-30
Fuel Pump Module.................... 8Wa-30
Fuel Pump Relay..................... 8Wa-30
Fuses........................... 8Wa-10, 12
Fusible Link......................... 8Wa-20
Grounds............................ 8Wa-15
Generator........................... 8Wa-20
Glow Plugs.......................... 8Wa-30
Hazard Switch/Combination Flasher...... 8Wa-52
Headlamp Leveling Switch.............. 8Wa-50
Headlamps.......................... 8Wa-50
Heated Seats........................ 8Wa-63
High Beam Relay..................... 8Wa-50
Horns.............................. 8Wa-41
Hood Ajar Switch..................... 8Wa-45
Idle Air Control Motor................. 8Wa-30
Ignition Switch....................... 8Wa-10
Impact Sensors....................... 8Wa-43
Input Speed Sensor................... 8Wa-31
Instrument Cluster................... 8Wa-40
Instrument Panel Speakers............. 8Wa-47
Intake Air Temperature Sensor.......... 8Wa-30
Intrusion Sensor..................... 8Wa-49
Junction Block....................... 8Wa-12
Knock Sensor........................ 8Wa-30
Leak Detection Pump.................. 8Wa-30
Leveling Motors...................... 8Wa-50
License Lamp........................ 8Wa-51
Line Pressure Sensor.................. 8Wa-31
KJ8W-02 COMPONENT INDEX8Wa-02-1

ENGINE - 3.7L
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
ENGINE - 3.7L
DESCRIPTION..........................3
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - ENGINE
DIAGNOSIS - INTRODUCTION............4
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - ENGINE
DIAGNOSIS - PERFORMANCE............4
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - ENGINE
DIAGNOSIS - MECHANICAL..............6
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - ENGINE
DIAGNOSIS - LUBRICATION..............7
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - CYLINDER
COMPRESSION PRESSURE..............8
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - CYLINDER
COMBUSTION PRESSURE LEAKAGE.......8
STANDARD PROCEDURE
STANDARD PROCEDURE - ENGINE
GASKET SURFACE PREPARATION.........9
STANDARD PROCEDURE - REPAIR
DAMAGED OR WORN THREADS..........9
STANDARD PROCEDURE - ENGINE CORE
AND OIL GALLERY PLUGS..............10
REMOVAL.............................10
INSTALLATION.........................11
SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE............................12
3.7L ENGINE.........................12
SPECIAL TOOLS
3.7L ENGINE.........................15
AIR CLEANER ELEMENT
REMOVAL - 3.7L........................19
INSTALLATION - 3.7L....................19
CYLINDER HEAD - LEFT
DESCRIPTION - VALVE GUIDES...........19
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - HYDRAULIC
LASH ADJUSTER.....................19
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - CYLINDER
HEAD GASKET.......................19
REMOVAL.............................20
CLEANING............................22
INSTALLATION.........................22
CAMSHAFT(S)
DESCRIPTION.........................23
REMOVAL.............................24
INSTALLATION.........................25
CYLINDER HEAD COVER(S)
DESCRIPTION.........................25
REMOVAL.............................25INSTALLATION.........................26
INTAKE/EXHAUST VALVES & SEATS
DESCRIPTION.........................26
STANDARD PROCEDURE - REFACING......26
REMOVAL.............................27
INSTALLATION.........................28
ROCKER ARM
DESCRIPTION.........................29
VALVE GUIDE SEALS
DESCRIPTION.........................29
VALVE SPRINGS
DESCRIPTION.........................29
REMOVAL.............................29
INSTALLATION.........................29
CYLINDER HEAD - RIGHT
DESCRIPTION
DESCRIPTION - CYLINDER HEAD........30
DESCRIPTION - VALVE GUIDES..........30
DESCRIPTION........................30
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - HYDRAULIC
LASH ADJUSTER.....................30
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - CYLINDER
HEAD GASKET.......................30
REMOVAL.............................31
CLEANING............................31
INSPECTION..........................32
INSTALLATION.........................32
CAMSHAFT(S)
DESCRIPTION.........................33
REMOVAL.............................33
INSTALLATION.........................33
CYLINDER HEAD COVER(S)
REMOVAL.............................34
INSTALLATION.........................34
INTAKE/EXHAUST VALVES & SEATS
STANDARD PROCEDURE - REFACING......34
REMOVAL.............................35
INSTALLATION.........................36
ROCKER ARM
DESCRIPTION.........................37
REMOVAL.............................37
INSTALLATION.........................37
VALVE GUIDE SEALS
DESCRIPTION.........................38
VALVE SPRINGS
DESCRIPTION.........................38
REMOVAL.............................38
INSTALLATION.........................38
KJENGINE - 3.7L 9 - 1

CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTION
5. Incorrect cam timing. 5. (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/VALVE
TIMING - STANDARD
PROCEDURE).
1. ENGINE LOSS OF POWER 1. Dirty or incorrectly gapped spark
plugs.1. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
IGNITION CONTROL/SPARK PLUG
- CLEANING).
2. Dirt or water in fuel system. 2. Clean system and replace fuel
filter.
3. Faulty fuel pump. 3. (Refer to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/
FUEL DELIVERY/FUEL PUMP -
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING).
4. Blown cylinder head gasket. 4. Replace cylinder head gasket.
5. Low compression. 5. (Refer to 9 - ENGINE -
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING), repair
as necessary.
6. Burned, warped or pitted valves. 6. Replace as necessary.
7. Plugged or restricted exhaust
system.7. Inspect and replace as
necessary.
8. Faulty coil. 8. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
IGNITION CONTROL/IGNITION
COIL - REMOVAL).
9. Incorrect cam timing. 9. Refer to Engine TIming in this
section.
1. ENGINE MISSES ON
ACCELERATION1. Spark plugs dirty or incorrectly
gapped.1. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
IGNITION CONTROL/SPARK PLUG
- CLEANING).
2. Dirt in fuel system. 2. Clean fuel system.
3. Burned, warped or pitted valves. 3. Replcae as necessary.
4. Faulty coil. 4. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
IGNITION CONTROL/IGNITION
COIL - REMOVAL).
1. ENGINE MISSES AT HIGH
SPEED1. Spark plugs dirty or incorrectly
gapped.1. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
IGNITION CONTROL/SPARK PLUG
- CLEANING).
2. Faulty coil. 2. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
IGNITION CONTROL/IGNITION
COIL - REMOVAL).
3. Dirt or water in fuel system. 3. Clean system and replace fuel
filter.
KJENGINE - 3.7L 9 - 5
ENGINE - 3.7L (Continued)