water pump CHEVROLET DYNASTY 1993 Owner's Guide

The exhaust gas oxygen content input is not ac-
cepted by the PCM during wide open throttle opera-
tion. The PCM will enrichen the air/fuel ratio to
increase performance and compensate for increased
combustion chamber temperature. The PCM determines the methanol content of the
fuel from the methanol concentration sensor input.
IGNITION SWITCH OFF MODE
This is an OPEN LOOP mode. When the ignition
switch is turned to the OFF position, the following
occurs:
² All outputs are turned off.
² No inputs are monitored.
² The PCM shuts down.
THROTTLE BODY
The throttle body houses the throttle position sen-
sor (TPS) and the idle air control motor (Fig. 15). Air
flow through the throttle body is controlled by a ca-
ble operated throttle blade at the base of the throttle
body.
FUEL SUPPLY CIRCUIT
Fuel is pumped to the fuel rail by an electrical
pump in the fuel tank. A filter, attached to the pump
inlet, prevents water and other contaminants from
entering the fuel supply circuit. The vacuum assisted fuel pressure regulator keeps
fuel pressure at 380 kPa (55 psi). The regulator uses
intake manifold pressure at the vacuum tee as a ref-
erence.
FUEL INJECTORS AND FUEL RAIL ASSEMBLY
Four fuel injectors are retained in the fuel rail by
lock rings (Fig. 16). The fuel injectors and rail bolt in
position with the injectors inserted into recessed
holes in the intake manifold.
FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR
The pressure regulator is located downstream of
the fuel injector on the fuel rail (Fig. 17). The regu-
lator maintains constant 380 kPa (55 PSI) fuel pres-
sure across the fuel injector tip. The regulator has a spring loaded rubber dia-
phragm that uncovers a fuel return port. When the
fuel pump operates, fuel flows past the injector into
the regulator. Fuel is restricted from flowing any fur-
ther by the blocked return port. When fuel pressure
reaches 380 kPa (55 PSI), it pushes on the dia-
phragm, compresses the spring, and uncovers the
fuel return port. The diaphragm and spring continu-
ally move from an open to closed position keeping
the fuel pressure consistent.
Fig. 15 Throttle Body
Fig. 16 Fuel Supply System
Fig. 17 Fuel Pressure Regulator
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2.5L FLEXIBLE FUEL MULTI-PORT FUEL INJECTIONÐSERVICE PROCEDURES INDEX
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Fuel Injector ............................. 80
Fuel Injector Rail Assembly ................. 79
Fuel Pressure Regulator .................... 81
Fuel System Pressure Release Procedure ...... 78
General Information ....................... 77
Heated Oxygen Sensor (O
2Sensor) ........... 82
Identifying Flexible Fuel Components .......... 77
Idle Air Control Motor ...................... 78 Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) Sensor
Service ............................... 82
Methanol Concentration Sensor .............. 82
PCM Service ............................ 82
Service Precautions for Flexible Fuel Vehicles .... 77
Throttle Body ............................ 77
Throttle Body Removal ..................... 79
Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) ............... 78
GENERAL INFORMATION
In this model year Chrysler began producing AA-
Body vehicles designed to operate on a mixture of
gasoline and methanol. These automobiles are referred
to as Flexible Fuel vehicles. Fuel system components
designed for use in flexible fuel vehicles are referred to
as Methanol Compatible. Flexible fuel vehicles can operate on a mixture of up
to 85 percent methanol, 15 percent unleaded gasoline.
These vehicles also operate on mixtures containing a
lower percentage of methanol or just pure unleaded
gasoline.
SERVICE PRECAUTIONS FOR FLEXIBLE FUEL
VEHICLES
Methanol is more toxic than gasoline. Always release
fuel system pressure before servicing fuel system com-
ponents and wear methanol resistant gloves and eye
protection. Avoid breathing methanol vapors or ingesting
methanol. Headaches, dizziness and even unconscious-
ness could result from breathing these vapors. Serious
injury, blindness and even death could result from
ingesting methanol. Methanol vapors are extremely flammable and can
travel along the ground. Service vehicles in well ven-
tilated areas and avoid ignition sources. Never smoke
while servicing the vehicle. Do not allow methanol to contact skin. Prolonged
contact with methanol can cause dry skin or an allergic
skin reaction. Also, prolonged contact could result in
absorption through the skin.
IDENTIFYING FLEXIBLE FUEL COMPONENTS
Flexible Fuel vehicles have unique methanol compat-
ible fuel system components. Chrysler identifies methanol
compatible components that could be physically inter-
changed with gasoline only parts by coloring them green
or applying a green label or tag to them. Even though
they may appear physically identical, components
for gasoline only AA-body vehicles must not be used
on flexible fuel vehicles.
FLEXIBLE FUEL COMPONENTS
The fuel system of flexible fuel AA-body vehicles have
the following unique methanol compatible components.
² Duty cycle EVAP purge solenoid
² EVAP canister
² Fuel pump module
² Fuel level sensor
² Fuel gauge (gauge cluster).
² Fuel tank
² Fuel pressure regulator (including O-rings)
² Fuel rail
² Fuel injectors (including O-rings)
² Fuel tubes
² Fuel filter
² Fuel filler cap
² Fuel filler tube
² Methanol concentration sensor
² Pressure relief/rollover valve
² PCV Valve
² All fuel system and emission system hoses and tubes
THROTTLE BODY
WARNING: THROTTLE BODIES DESIGNED FOR
GASOLINE ONLY VEHICLES CANNOT BE USED ON
FLEXIBLE FUEL AA-BODY VEHICLES. WHEN RE-
PLACING THE THROTTLE BODY OF A FLEXIBLE
FUEL VEHICLE, ONLY USE AN ORIGINAL EQUIP-
MENT REPLACEMENT.
When servicing throttle body components, always
reassemble components with new O-rings and seals
where applicable. Never use lubricants on O-rings or
seals, damage may result. If assembly of component is
difficult, use water to aid assembly. Use care when
removing hoses to prevent damage to hose or hose
nipple.
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THROTTLE BODY
The throttle body assembly is located on the left
end of the intake manifold plenum (Fig. 20). The
throttle body houses the throttle position sensor and
the idle air control motor. Air flow through the throt-
tle body is controlled by a cable operated throttle
blade located in the base of the throttle body.
FUEL SUPPLY CIRCUIT
Fuel is pumped to the fuel rail by an electrical
pump in the fuel tank. The pump inlet is fitted with
a strainer to prevent water and other contaminants
from entering the fuel supply circuit. Fuel pressure is controlled to a preset level above
intake manifold pressure by a pressure regulator.
The regulator is mounted on the fuel rail (Fig. 21).
The regulator uses intake manifold pressure as a ref-
erence.
FUEL INJECTORS AND FUEL RAIL ASSEMBLY
Four fuel injectors are retained in the fuel rail by
lock rings. The rail and injector assembly are in-
stalled with the injectors inserted into recessed holes
in the intake manifold.
FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR
The pressure regulator is a mechanical device lo-
cated on the fuel rail, downstream of the fuel injec-
tors (Fig. 22). The regulator maintains a constant
380 kPa (55 psi) across the fuel injector tip. The regulator contains a spring loaded rubber dia-
phragm that covers the fuel return port. When the
fuel pump is operating, fuel flows past the injectors
into the regulator, and is restricted from flowing any
further by the blocked return port. When fuel pres-
sure reaches 380 kPa (55 psi) it pushes on the dia-
phragm, compresses the spring, and uncovers the
fuel return port. The diaphragm and spring con-
stantly move from an open to closed position to keep
the fuel pressure constant.
Fig. 21 Fuel Supply Circuit
Fig. 22 Fuel Pressure Regulator
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2.2L TURBO III MULTI-PORT FUEL INJECTIONÐSERVICE PROCEDURES INDEX
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Fuel Injector Rail Assembly ................ 109
Fuel Injectors .......................... 110
Fuel Pressure Regulator .................. 111
Fuel System Pressure Release Procedure ..... 107
Heated Oxygen Sensor (O
2Sensor) ......... 112
Idle Air Control Motor .................... 108
Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) Sensor Service .............................. 111 PCM Service
........................... 111
Throttle Body ........................... 107
Throttle Body Removal ................... 108
Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) ............. 107
Wastegate and Canister Purge Solenoid Service . 111
THROTTLE BODY
When servicing throttle body components, always
reassemble components with new O-rings and seals
where applicable (Fig. 1). Never use lubricants on
O-rings or seals, damage may result. If assembly of
component is difficult, use water to aid assembly.
Use care when removing hoses to prevent damage to
hose or hose nipple.
FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASE PROCEDURE
CAUTION: The fuel system is under a constant
pressure of approximately 380 kPa (55 psi). Before
servicing the fuel pump, fuel lines, fuel filter, throt-
tle body, or fuel injectors, the fuel system pressure
must be released.
(1) Disconnect negative cable from battery.
(2) Remove fuel filler cap. (3) Remove the protective cap from the fuel pres-
sure test port on the fuel rail (Fig. 2). (4) Place the open end of fuel pressure release
hose, tool number C-4799-1, into an approved gaso-
line container. Connect the other end of hose
C-4799-1 to the fuel pressure test port. Fuel pressure
will bleed off through the hose into the gasoline con-
tainer. Fuel gauge C-4799-A contains hose C-4799-1. (5) Continue fuel system service.THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR (TPS)
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
(2) Disconnect harness connector from throttle po-
sition sensor (Fig. 3). (3) Remove throttle position sensor mounting
screws. (4) Lift throttle position sensor off throttle shaft.
Fig. 1 Throttle Body
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The PCM may receive a closed throttle input from
the throttle position sensor (TPS) when it senses an
abrupt decrease in manifold pressure. This indicates
a hard deceleration. The PCM may reduce injector
firing to once per engine revolution. This helps main-
tain better control of the air-fuel mixture. During a deceleration condition, the PCM grounds
the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) solenoid. When
the PCM grounds the solenoid, preventing EGR.
WIDE OPEN THROTTLE MODE This is an OPEN LOOP mode. During wide-open-
throttle operation, the following inputs are received
by the PCM:
² engine coolant temperature
² crankshaft position (distributor pick-up)
² manifold absolute pressure
² engine speed (distributor pick-up)
² throttle position
When the PCM senses wide open throttle condition
through the throttle position sensor (TPS) it will:
² Provide a ground for the electrical EGR transducer
(EET) solenoid. When the PCM grounds the solenoid,
the EGR system stops operating.
² De-energize the air conditioning relay. This dis-
ables the air conditioning system. The exhaust gas oxygen content input is not ac-
cepted by the PCM during wide open throttle opera- tion. The PCM will adjust injector pulse width to
supply a predetermined amount of additional fuel.
IGNITION SWITCH OFF MODE
When the ignition switch is turned to the OFF po-
sition, the following occurs:
² All outputs are turned off.
² No inputs are monitored.
² The PCM shuts down.
THROTTLE BODY
The throttle body assembly (Fig. 19) is located at
the left end of the air intake plenum. The throttle
body houses the throttle position sensor and the idle
air control motor. Air flow through the throttle body
is controlled by a cable operated throttle blade lo-
cated in the base of the throttle body.
FUEL SUPPLY CIRCUIT
Fuel is supplied to the fuel rail by an electric pump
mounted in the fuel tank. The pump inlet is fitted
with a strainer to prevent water and other contami-
nants from entering the fuel supply circuit. Fuel pressure is controlled to a preset level above
intake manifold pressure by a pressure regulator.
The pressure regulator is mounted on the fuel rail.
The regulator uses intake manifold pressure as a ref-
erence.
Fig. 19 Throttle Body
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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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WIDE OPEN THROTTLE MODE This is an OPEN LOOP mode. During wide-open-
throttle operation, the following inputs are received
by the PCM:
² battery voltage
² engine coolant temperature
² manifold absolute pressure
² engine speed
² throttle position
When the PCM senses wide open throttle condition
through the throttle position sensor (TPS) it will:
² De-energize the air conditioning relay. This dis-
ables the air conditioning system.
² Provide a ground for the electrical EGR transducer
(EET) solenoid. When the PCM grounds the solenoid,
the EGR system stops operating. The exhaust gas oxygen content input is not ac-
cepted by the PCM during wide open throttle opera-
tion. The PCM will adjust injector pulse width to
supply a predetermined amount of additional fuel.
IGNITION SWITCH OFF MODE When the ignition switch is turned to the OFF po-
sition, the following occurs:
² All outputs are turned off.
² No inputs are monitored.
² The PCM shuts down.
THROTTLE BODY
The throttle body assembly is located on the left
side of the intake manifold plenum (Fig. 19). The
throttle body houses the throttle position sensor and
the idle air control motor. Air flow through the throt- tle body is controlled by a cable operated throttle
blade located in the base of the throttle body.
FUEL SUPPLY CIRCUIT
Fuel is pumped to the fuel rail by an electrical
pump in the fuel tank. The pump inlet is fitted with
a strainer to prevent water and other contaminants
from entering the fuel supply circuit. Fuel pressure is controlled to a preset level above
intake manifold pressure by a pressure regulator.
The regulator is mounted on the fuel rail. The regu-
lator uses intake manifold pressure as a reference.
FUEL INJECTORS AND FUEL RAIL ASSEMBLY
Six fuel injectors are retained in the fuel rail by
lock rings (Fig. 20). The rail and injector assembly is
installed in position with the injectors inserted in re-
cessed holes in the intake manifold.
Fig. 19 Throttle Body
Fig. 20 Fuel Rail Assembly
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3.3L AND 3.8L MULTI-PORT FUEL INJECTIONÐSERVICE PROCEDURES INDEX
page page
Camshaft Position Sensor Service ........... 176
Crankshaft Position Sensor ................ 176
EVAP Canister Purge Solenoid Service ....... 175
Fuel Injector ........................... 174
Fuel Injector Rail Assembly ................ 170
Fuel Pressure Regulator .................. 173
Fuel System Pressure Release Procedure ..... 169 Heated Oxygen Sensor (O
2Sensor) Service . . . 177
Idle Air Control Motor .................... 170
Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) Sensor ..... 175
PCM Service ........................... 175
Throttle Body ........................... 169
Throttle Body Removal ................... 169
Throttle Position Sensor .................. 169
THROTTLE BODY REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect negative battery cable.
(2) Remove the air cleaner to throttle body hose
clamp. Remove the nut holding the air cleaner as-
sembly to the air cleaner bracket. Remove the air
cleaner (Fig. 1). (3) Remove throttle and the speed control cables.
(4) Disconnect electrical connectors from the idle
air control motor and throttle position sensor (TPS). (5) Disconnect vacuum hoses from throttle body.
(6) Remove throttle body to intake manifold at-
taching nuts. (7) Remove throttle body and gasket.
(8) Reverse the above procedure for installation.
THROTTLE BODY
When servicing throttle body components, always
reassemble components with new O-rings and seals
where applicable (Fig. 2). Never use lubricants on
O-rings or seals, damage may result. If assembly of component is difficult, use water to aid assembly.
Use care when removing hoses to prevent damage to
hose or hose nipple.
FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASE PROCEDURE
WARNING: THE 3.3L AND 3.8L MPI FUEL SYSTEMS
ARE UNDER A CONSTANT PRESSURE OF AP-
PROXIMATELY 330 KPA (48 PSI). RELEASE FUEL
SYSTEM PRESSURE BEFORE SERVICING THE
FUEL PUMP, FUEL LINES, FUEL FILTER, THROT-
TLE BODY OR FUEL INJECTORS.
(1) Disconnect negative cable from battery.
(2) Remove fuel filler cap.
(3) Remove the protective cap from the fuel pres-
sure test port on the fuel rail (Fig. 3). (4) Place the open end of fuel pressure release
hose, tool number C-4799-1, into an approved gaso-
line container. Connect the other end of hose
C-4799-1 to the fuel pressure test port. Fuel pressure
will bleed off through the hose into the gasoline con-
tainer. Fuel gauge C-4799-A contains hose C-4799-1. (5) 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. 4). (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.Fig. 1 Throttle Body Assembly
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THREE SPEED TORQUEFLITE AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE INDEX
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Accumulator-Recondition ................... 67
Aluminum Thread Repair ................... 48
Assembly Subassembly Installation ........... 57
Band Adjustment ......................... 47
Bearing Adjustment Procedures .............. 81
Clutch and Servo Air Pressure Tests .......... 43
Differential Repair ........................ 76
Disassembly Subassembly Removal .......... 50
Fluid and Filter Change .................... 40
Fluid Drain and Refill ..................... 40
Fluid Leakage-Transaxle Torque Converter Housing Area .......................... 44
Fluid Level and Condition .................. 40
Front Clutch-Recondition ................... 62
Front Planetary & Annulus Gear-Recondition .... 65
Gearshift Linkage Adjustment ............... 46
General Information ....................... 35
Governor ............................... 48
Hydraulic Control Pressure Adjustments ....... 47
Hydraulic Pressure Tests ................... 42
Kickdown Servo (Controlled Load)-Recondition . . 67 Low/Reverse Servo-Recondition
.............. 66
Oil Cooler Flow Check .................... 48
Oil Coolers and Tubes Reverse Flushing ...... 48
Oil Pump-Recondition ..................... 62
Output Shaft Repair ...................... 71
Park/Neutral Position and Back-Up Lamp Switch . 47
Parking Pawl ............................ 71
Pump Oil Seal-Replacement ................ 61
Rear Clutch-Recondition ................... 64
Road Test .............................. 40
Selection of Lubricant ..................... 40
Special Additives ......................... 40
Three Speed Torqueflite General Diagnosis ..... 36
Throttle Pressure Linkage Adjustment ......... 46
Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid Wiring Connector ............................ 40
Transaxle and Torque Converter Removal ...... 48
Transfer Shaft Repair ..................... 68
Valve Body-Recondition .................... 57
Vehicle Speed Sensor Pinion Gear ........... 47
GENERAL INFORMATION
Safety goggles should be worn at all times
when working on these transaxles. This transaxle combines a fully automatic 3 speed
transmission, final drive gearing, and differential into
a front wheel drive system. The unit is a Metric
design. The identification markings and usage of the
transaxle are charted in Diagnosis and Tests. Transaxle operation requirements are differ-
ent for each vehicle and engine combination and
some internal parts will be different to provide
for this. Therefore, when replacing parts, refer to
the seven digit part number stamped on rear of
the transaxle oil pan flange. Within this transaxle, there are 3 primary areas:
(1) Main center line plus valve body.
(2) Transfer shaft center line (includes governor and
parking sprag). (3) Differential center line. Center distances be-
tween the main rotating parts in these 3 areas are held
precise. This maintains a low noise level through
smooth accurate mesh of the gears. The torque converter, transaxle area, and differential
are housed in an integral aluminum die casting. The
differential oil sump is common with thetransaxle
sump. Separate filling of the differential is NOT nec-
essary. The torque converter is attached to the crankshaft
through a flexible driving plate. Cooling of the con-
verter is accomplished by circulating the transaxle
fluid through an oil-to-water type cooler located in the
radiator side tank and/or an oil-to air heat ex- changer. The torque converter assembly is a sealed
unit that cannot be disassembled.
The transaxle fluid is filtered by an internal filter
attached to the lower side of the valve body assem-
bly. Engine torque is transmitted to the torque con-
verter then, through the input shaft to multiple-disc
clutches in the transaxle. The power flow depends on
the application of the clutches and bands. Refer to
Elements in Use Chart in Diagnosis and Tests sec-
tion. The transaxle consists of two multiple-disc
clutches, an overrunning clutch, two servos, a hy-
draulic accumulator, two bands, and two planetary
gear sets. They provide three forward ratios and a re-
verse ratio. The common sun gear of the planetary
gear sets is connected to the front clutch by a driving
shell. The drive shell is splined to the sun gear and
to the front clutch retainer. The hydraulic system
consists of an oil pump, and a single valve body
which contains all of the valves except the governor
valves. The transaxle sump and differential sump are
both vented through the dipstick.Output torque
from the main center line is delivered through heli-
cal gears to the transfer shaft.This gear set is a
factor of the final drive (axle) ratio. The shaft also
carries the governor and parking sprag. An integral
helical gear on the transfer shaft drives the differen-
tial ring gear. The final drive gearing is completed
with one of three gear sets producing overall top gear
ratios of 2.78, 3.02, or 3.22 depending on model and
application.
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FLUID LEVEL AND CONDITION
The transmission and differential sump have a
common oil sump with a communicating opening
between the two. Before removing the dipstick, wipe all dirt off of the
protective disc and the dipstick handle. The torque converter will fill in both the PPark or N
Neutral positions. Place the selector lever in PPark to
check fluid level. Inspect fluid level on dipstick every six months.
Allow the engine to idle for at least one minute
with vehicle on level ground. This will assure
complete oil level stabilization between differen-
tial and transmission. A properly filled transaxle
will read near the addmark when fluid temperature is
21 degrees Celsius (70 degrees Fahrenheit). When the
transaxle reaches operating temperature the fluid
should be in the HOTregion.
Low fluid level can cause a variety of conditions
because it allows the pump to take in air along with the
fluid. As in any hydraulic system, air bubbles make the
fluid spongy, therefore, pressures will be low and build
up slowly. Improper filling can also raise the fluid level too
high. When the transaxle has too much fluid, the gears
churn up foam and cause the same conditions which
occur with a low fluid level. In either case, the air bubbles can cause overheating,
fluid oxidation, and varnishing, which can interfere
with normal valve, clutch, and servo operation. Foam-
ing can also result in fluid escaping from the transaxle
vent (dipstick handle) where it may be mistaken for a
leak. Along with fluid level, it is important to check the
condition of the fluid. When the fluid smells burned,
and is contaminated with metal or friction material
particles, a complete transaxle overhaul is needed. Be
sure to examine the fluid on the dipstick closely. If
there is any doubt about its condition, drain out a
sample for a double check. After the fluid has been checked, seat the dipstick
fully to seal out water and dirt.
SELECTION OF LUBRICANT
It is important that the proper lubricant be used in
these transmissions. MOPAR tATF PLUS (Automatic
Transmission Fluid-Type 7176) should be used to aid in
assuring optimum transmission performance. Fluids of
the type labeled DEXRON II Automatic Transmission
Fluid should be used only if the recommended fluid is
not available. It is important that the transmission
fluid be maintained at the prescribed level using the
recommended fluids.
SPECIAL ADDITIVES
Chrysler Corporation does not recommend the addi-
tion of any fluids to the transmission, other than the
automatic transmission fluid listed above. An ex- ception to this policy is the use of special dyes to aid in
detecting fluid leaks. The use of transmission sealers
should be avoided, since they may adversely affect
seals.
FLUID AND FILTER CHANGE
When the factory fill fluid is changed, only
fluids of the type labeled MOPAR tATF PLUS
(Automatic Transmission fluid) Type 7176 should
be used. A band adjustment and filter change
should be made at the time of the oil change. The
magnet (on the inside of the oil pan) should also
be cleaned with a clean, dry cloth. If the transaxle is disassembled for any reason,
the fluid and filter should be changed, and the
band(s) adjusted.
FLUID DRAIN AND REFILL
(1) Raise vehicle on a hoist (See Lubrication, Group
0). Place a drain container with a large opening, under
transaxle oil pan. (2) Loosen pan bolts and tap the pan at one corner to
break it loose allowing fluid to drain, then remove the
oil pan. (3) Install a new filter and gasket on bottom of the
valve body and tighten retaining screws to 5 N Im (40
in. lbs.). (4) Clean the oil pan and magnet. Reinstall pan
using new MOPAR tAdhesive sealant. Tighten oil pan
bolts to 19 N Im (165 in. lbs.).
(5) Pour four quarts of MOPAR tATF PLUS (Auto-
matic Transmission Fluid) Type 7176 through the
dipstick opening. (6) Start engine and allow to idle for at least one
minute. Then, with parking and service brakes ap-
plied, move selector lever momentarily to each posi-
tion, ending in the park or neutral position. (7) Add sufficient fluid to bring level to 1/8 inch
below the ADD mark. Recheck fluid level after transaxle is at normal
operating temperature. The level should be in the HOT
region (Fig. 1). To prevent dirt from entering transaxle, make cer-
tain that dipstick is full seated into the dipstick open-
ing.
TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SOLENOID WIRING
CONNECTOR
If wiring connector is unplugged, the torque con-
verter clutch will not operate (Fig. 2).
ROAD TEST
Prior to performing a road test, be certain that the
fluid level and condition, and control cable adjustments
have been checked and approved. During the road test, the transaxle should be oper-
ated in each position to check for slipping and any
variation in shifting.
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