Index CHEVROLET PLYMOUTH ACCLAIM 1993 User Guide

COMPONENT AND SYSTEM INDEX
Name Group-page Name Group-page
AUDIO SYSTEM ............................ 8F-1
ANTENNAS ............................ 8F-20
COMPACT DISC PLAYER ................... 8F-30
RADIOS ............................... 8F-1
SPEAKERS ............................. 8F-24
BATTERY/STARTER/GENERATOR SERVICE ..........8B-1
BATTERY REMOVAL, INSTALLATION AND SERVICE . . 8B-1
GENERATOR ............................ 8B-9
SPECIFICATIONS ........................ 8B-12
STARTER .............................. 8B-4
BATTERY/STARTING/CHARGING SYSTEMS DIAGNOSTICS ........................... 8A-1
BATTERY TEST PROCEDURES ON-VEHICLE .......8A-3
FAULT CODESÐON BOARD DIAGNOSTICS .......8A-23
GENERAL INFORMATION .................... 8A-1
GENERATOR TEST PROCEDURES ON VEHICLE ....8A-19
IGNITION OFF DRAW (IOD) ..................8A-9
SPECIFICATIONS ........................ 8A-28
STARTER TEST PROCEDURES ON VEHICLE ......8A-11
CHIME WARNING/REMINDER SYSTEM ............8U-1
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS .................25-1
EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CONTROLS ...........25-1
EXHAUST EMISSION CONTROLS ..............25-17
FUEL SYSTEMS ............................ 14-1
2.2L TURBO III MULTI-PORT FUEL INJECTIONÐ GENERAL DIAGNOSIS ................... 14-95
2.2L TURBO III MULTI-PORT FUEL INJECTIONÐ ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTICS ................14-100
2.2L TURBO III MULTI-PORT FUEL INJECTIONÐ SERVICE PROCEDURES .................14-107
2.2L TURBO III MULTI-PORT FUEL INJECTIONÐ SYSTEM OPERATION .................... 14-83
2.2L/2.5L SINGLE POINT FUEL INJECTIONÐ GENERAL DIAGNOSIS ................... 14-35
2.2L/2.5L SINGLE POINT FUEL INJECTIONÐ ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTICS .................14-41
2.2L/2.5L SINGLE POINT FUEL INJECTIONÐ SERVICE PROCEDURES .................. 14-48
2.2L/2.5L SINGLE POINT FUEL INJECTIONÐ SYSTEM OPERATION .................... 14-24
2.5L FLEXIBLE FUEL MULTI-PORT FUEL INJECTIONÐGENERAL DIAGNOSIS ..........14-66
2.5L FLEXIBLE FUEL MULTI-PORT FUEL INJECTIONÐON-BOARD DIAGNOSTICS ........14-70
2.5L FLEXIBLE FUEL MULTI-PORT FUEL INJECTIONÐSERVICE PROCEDURES .........14-77
2.5L FLEXIBLE FUEL MULTI-PORT FUEL INJECTIONÐSYSTEM OPERATION ...........14-55
3.0L MULTI-PORT FUEL INJECTIONÐGENERAL DIAGNOSIS .......................... 14-125
3.0L MULTI-PORT FUEL INJECTIONÐON-BOARD DIAGNOSTICS ........................ 14-130
3.0L MULTI-PORT FUEL INJECTIONÐSERVICE PROCEDURES ........................ 14-138
3.0L MULTI-PORT FUEL INJECTIONÐSYSTEM OPERATION ......................... 14-113
3.3L AND 3.8L MULTI-PORT FUEL INJECTIONÐ GENERAL DIAGNOSIS ................... 14-157 3.3L AND 3.8L MULTI-PORT FUEL INJECTIONÐ
ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTICS ................14-162
3.3L AND 3.8L MULTI-PORT FUEL INJECTIONÐ SERVICE PROCEDURES .................14-169
3.3L AND 3.8L MULTI-PORT FUEL INJECTIONÐ SYSTEM OPERATION ................... 14-145
ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND THROTTLE CABLE ....14-21
FUEL DELIVERY SYSTEM .................... 14-3
FUEL TANKS ........................... 14-14
GENERAL INFORMATION .................... 14-1
SPECIFICATIONS ........................ 14-178
HORNS ................................. 8G-1
IGNITION SYSTEMS ......................... 8D-1
2.2L TBI, 2.5L TBI, 2.5L MPI AND 3.0L IGNITION SYSTEMSÐDIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES .......8D-11
2.2L TBI, 2.5L TBI, 2.5L MPI AND 3.0L IGNITION SYSTEMSÐSERVICE PROCEDURES ..........8D-14
2.2L TBI, 2.5L TBI, 2.5L MPI AND 3.0L IGNITION SYSTEMSÐSYSTEM OPERATION ............8D-1
2.2L TURBO III, 3.3L AND 3.8L IGNITION SYSTEMÐDIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES ........8D-35
2.2L TURBO III, 3.3L AND 3.8L IGNITION SYSTEMÐSYSTEM OPERATION ............8D-24
2.2L TURBO III, 3.3L AND 3.8L IGNITION SYSTEMSÐSERVICE PROCEDURES ..........8D-39
IGNITION SWITCH ....................... 8D-45
SPECIFICATIONS ........................ 8D-47
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND GAUGES ...............8E-1
AA BODY .............................. 8E-1
AC AND AY BODIES ...................... 8E-23
AG AND AJ BODIES ...................... 8E-42
AP BODY ............................. 8E-58
LAMPS .................................. 8L-1
BULB APPLICATION TABLE ..................8L-38
CONCEALED HEADLAMPS ..................8L-27
EXTERIOR LAMP SWITCHES AND HEADLAMP ALIGNMENT ........................... 8L-3
EXTERIOR LAMP SYSTEMS .................8L-25
EXTERIOR LAMPSÐAA BODY ................8L-7
EXTERIOR LAMPSÐAC BODY ...............8L-10
EXTERIOR LAMPSÐAG BODY ...............8L-14
EXTERIOR LAMPSÐAJ BODY ................8L-16
EXTERIOR LAMPSÐAP BODY ...............8L-19
EXTERIOR LAMPSÐAY-BODY ................8L-22
GENERAL INFORMATION .................... 8L-1
ILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM ...............8L-33
OVERHEAD CONSOLE ........................ 8C-1
AA BODY .............................. 8C-1
AC AND AY BODY ........................ 8C-6
AG AND AJ BODIES ...................... 8C-13
AP BODY ............................. 8C-21
POWER LOCKS ............................ 8P-1
POWER MIRRORS ..........................8T-1
POWER SEATS ............................ 8R-1
POWER WINDOWS .......................... 8S-1
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER .................... 8N-1
RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ....................... 8M-1
TURN SIGNALS AND HAZARD WARNING FLASHER ....8J-1
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL .................... 8H-1

COMPONENT AND SYSTEM INDEX
Name Group-page Name Group-page
BRAKES ..................................5-1
BENDIX ANTILOCK 4 BRAKE SYSTEM ...........5-12
ABS BRAKE SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC FEATURES.......5-24
ABS SYSTEM SELF DIAGNOSIS................ 5-24
BENDIX ANTILOCK 4 BRAKE SYSTEM DIAGNOSTICS....5-25
CONTROLLER ANTILOCK BRAKE CAB............. 5-24
LATCHING VERSUS NON-LATCHING ABS FAULTS.......5-25
START-UP CYCLE........................ 5-24
ABS COMPUTER SYSTEM SERVICE PRECAUTIONS....5-23
ABS GENERAL SERVICE PRECAUTIONS........... 5-23
ABS BRAKE SYSTEM ON VEHICLE SERVICE.........5-23
TEST DRIVING ABS COMPLAINT VEHICLES.......... 5-23
WHEEL SPEED SENSOR CABLES............... 5-23
ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM COMPONENTS..........5-16
BUILD/DECAY VALVES..................... 5-16
FLUID SUMPS.......................... 5-17
HYDRAULIC SPRING ACCUMULATOR.............5-17
MODULATOR ASSEMBLY.................... 5-16
PRESSURE DIFFERENTIAL SWITCH..............5-17
PROPORTIONING VALVES................... 5-17
PUMP/MOTOR ASSEMBLY...................5-17
SHUTTLE ORIFICE........................ 5-16
WHEEL SPEED SENSORS....................5-18
ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM DEFINITIONS..........5-14
ANTILOCK BRAKES OPERATION AND PERFORMANCE. . . 5-15
ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM OPERATION............ 5-15
PEDAL FEEL........................... 5-15
TIRE NOISE & MARKS.....................5-15
ANTILOCK SYSTEM RELAYS AND WARNING LAMPS. . . 5-19
ANTILOCK WARNING LAMP DIODE..............5-20
Antilock Warning Lamp Off................... 5-20
Antilock Warning Lamp On...................5-20
PUMP/MOTOR RELAY...................... 5-20
SYSTEM RELAY......................... 5-19
BENDIX ANTILOCK 4 BRAKE SYSTEM DIAGNOSTICS. . . 5-22
DEFINITIONS........................... 5-23
GENERAL INFORMATION....................5-22
BLEEDING BENDIX ANTILOCK 4 BRAKE SYSTEM......5-25
BENDIX ANTILOCK 4 MODULATOR ASSEMBLY BLEEDING
PROCEDURE
......................... 5-26
HYDRAULIC BRAKE TUBE ASSEMBLY (JUNCTION BLOCK
TO MODULATOR ASSEMBLY)
................ 5-34
INSTALL............................ 5-36
REMOVE............................5-34
MASTER CYLINDER AND POWER BOOSTER.........5-38
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION................. 5-38
MODULATOR ASSEMBLY CIRCUIT BLEEDING PROCEDURE
AND SEQUENCE
....................... 5-26
1 MODULATOR PRIMARY CHECK VALVE CIRCUIT........5-26
2 MODULATOR SECONDARY CHECK VALVE CIRCUIT......5-26
3 MODULATOR ASSEMBLY PRIMARY SUMP CIRCUIT......5-27
4 MODULATOR ASSEMBLY PRIMARY ACCUMULATOR CIRCUIT. 5-27
5 MODULATOR ASSEMBLY SECONDARY SUMP CIRCUIT....5-28
6 MODULATOR ASSEMBLY SECONDARY ACCUMULATOR
CIRCUIT
........................... 5-29
MODULATOR ASSEMBLY (FIG. 1)...............5-30
INSTALL............................ 5-32
REMOVE............................5-30
PROPORTIONING VALVES (FIG. 1)...............5-38
INSTALL............................ 5-39
REMOVAL...........................5-38
PUMP/MOTOR SERVICE....................5-29
CONTROLLER ANTILOCK BRAKE CAB.............5-18
CONTROLLER ANTILOCK BRAKE (INPUTS)..........5-19
CONTROLLER ANTILOCK BRAKE (OUTPUTS).........5-19
DIAGNOSTIC CONNECTOR.................... 5-19
ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS..................5-41
CONTROLLER ANTILOCK BRAKE CAB.............5-41
INSTALL............................ 5-42
REMOVE............................5-41
FRONT WHEEL SPEED SENSOR (FIG. 9)...........5-43
INSTALLATION......................... 5-44
REMOVAL........................... 5-43
REAR WHEEL SPEED SENSOR (FIGS. 10 AND 11)......5-44
INSTALLATION......................... 5-44
REMOVAL........................... 5-44
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION OF SYSTEM RELAY.........5-42
INSTALL............................ 5-43
REMOVE............................5-43
REMOVE/INSTALL PUMP MOTOR RELAY...........5-43
WHEEL SPEED SENSORS.................... 5-43
INSPECTION.......................... 5-43
GENERAL INFORMATION....................5-12
HYDRAULIC CIRCUITS AND VALVE OPERATION......5-20
ABS BRAKING-BUILD PRESSURE............... 5-20
BUILD/DECAY VALVES..................... 5-20
ABS BRAKING-DECAY PRESSURE...............5-22
BUILD/DECAY VALVES..................... 5-22
NORMAL BRAKING....................... 5-20
BUILD/DECAY VALVES.....................5-20
MAJOR COMPONENTS...................... 5-14
CONTROLLER ANTILOCK BRAKE CAB.............5-14
MASTER CYLINDER AND VACUUM BOOSTER.........5-14
MODULATOR AND PUMP MOTOR/ASSEMBLY.........5-14
WHEEL SPEED SENSORS.................... 5-14
MECHANICAL DIAGNOSTICS AND SERVICE
PROCEDURES
.......................... 5-24
INTERMITTENT FAULTS.....................5-24
SPECIAL SERVICE TOOL....................5-24
DRB DIAGNOSTIC TESTER...................5-24
NORMAL BRAKE SYSTEM FUNCTION.............5-14
ON-CAR ABS BRAKE SYSTEM SERVICE...........5-25
CHECKING BRAKE FLUID LEVEL................ 5-25
GENERAL SERVICE PRECAUTIONS...............5-25
SPECIFICATIONS......................... 5-46
SYSTEM SELF-DIAGNOSTICS..................5-15
VEHICLE PERFORMANCE.................... 5-15
WARNING SYSTEMS OPERATION...............5-16
NORMAL OPERATION OF WARNING LAMP..........5-16
GENERAL INFORMATION .....................5-1
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM CONTROL VALVES .........5-10
GENERAL INFORMATION.................... 5-10
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM SERVICE PROCEDURES........5-11
BRAKE WARNING SYSTEM................... 5-11
CHECKING BRAKE WARNING SWITCH UNIT...........5-11
TESTING ANTILOCK PROPORTIONING VALVES........5-11
PRESSURE DIFFERENTIAL WARNING LIGHT SWITCH. . . 5-10
SERVICE ADJUSTMENTS .....................5-3

BLEEDING BENDIX ANTILOCK 4 BRAKE SYSTEM......5-3
BASE BRAKE SYSTEM BLEEDING PROCEDURE.........5-3
MASTER CYLINDER FLUID LEVEL................5-3
TESTING FOR FLUID CONTAMINATION.............5-4 WIRING DIAGRAMS AA-BODY
..................8W-1
INDEX...............................8W-1
WIRING DIAGRAMS AJ BODY ..................8W-8
ALPHABETICAL INDEX.....................8W-8

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE
CONTENTS
page page
CHASSIS AND BODY .................... 19
DRIVETRAIN ........................... 16 ENGINE
................................ 8
GENERAL INFORMATION .................. 1
GENERAL INFORMATION INDEX
page page
Classification of Lubricants .................. 1
Fluid Capacities .......................... 4
Fuel Usage .............................. 1
Hoisting Recommendations .................. 5
Introduction .............................. 1 Jump Starting Procedure
.................... 4
Parts and Lubricant Recommendations ......... 1
Parts Requiring No Lubrication ............... 4
Severe Service ........................... 1
Towing Recommendations ................... 7
INTRODUCTION
Chrysler Corporation has compiled recommended
lubrication and maintenance schedules and proce-
dures to help reduce premature wear or failure over
a broad range of operating conditions. When select-
ing the proper maintenance schedule, the climate
and operating conditions must be considered. A vehi-
cle subjected to severe usage requires service more
frequently than a vehicle used for general transpor-
tation.
PARTS AND LUBRICANT RECOMMENDATIONS
When service is required, Chrysler Corporation rec-
ommends that only Mopar tbrand parts, lubricants
and chemicals be used. Mopar tprovides the best en-
gineered products for servicing Chrysler Corporation
vehicles.
SEVERE SERVICE
If a vehicle is operated under any of the following
conditions, it is considered severe service.
² Extremely dusty areas.
² 50% or more of vehicle operation in 32ÉC (90ÉF) or
higher temperatures.
² Prolonged idling ( such as, vehicle operation in
stop and go traffic).
² Frequent short running periods. Not allowing en-
gine to warm to operating temperatures.
² Police or taxi usage.
FUEL USAGE
All Chrysler Corporation engines require the use of
unleaded fuel to reduce exhaust emissions. Use fuel
with a minimum octane rating of 87,(R + M)/2. See
Engine section of this group for Fuel Recommenda-
tions.
CLASSIFICATION OF LUBRICANTS
Only lubricants that are endorsed by the following
organizations standards should be used to service a
Chrysler Corporation vehicle.
² Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE)
² American Petroleum Institute (API)
² National Lubricating Grease Institute (NLGI)
ENGINE OIL
SAE GRADE RATING INDICATES ENGINE OIL VISCOSITY
² SAE 30 = single grade engine oil.
² SAE 5W-30 = multiple grade engine oil.
API QUALITY CLASSIFICATION.
² SG service engine oil is a high quality crankcase
lubricant designed for use in all naturally aspirated
engines.
² SG/CD service engine oil is a high quality crank-
case lubricant designed for use in most naturally as-
pirated and turbocharged gasoline or diesel engines.
GEAR LUBRICANTS
SAE ratings also apply to multiple grade gear lu-
bricants. In addition, API classification defines the
lubricants usage.
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ENGINE INDEX
page page
Engine Oil Filter .......................... 9
Battery ................................ 15
Crankcase Ventilation System ............... 13
Drive Belts ............................. 14
Emission Control System ................... 14
Engine Air Cleaner ....................... 11
Engine Cooling System .................... 10 Engine Oil
............................... 8
Frequency of Engine Oil and Filter Changes ..... 8
Fuel Filter .............................. 14
Fuel Recommendations .................... 14
Ignition Cables, Distributor Cap, and Rotor ..... 14
Rubber and Plastic Component Inspection ...... 15
Spark Plugs ............................ 14
FREQUENCY OF ENGINE OIL AND FILTER
CHANGES
ENGINE OIL
Road conditions as well as your kind of driving af-
fect the interval at which your oil should be changed.
Check the following to determine if any apply to you:
² Frequent short trip driving less than 8 kilometers
(5 miles)
² Frequent driving in dusty conditions
² Frequent trailer towing
² Extensive idling (such as vehicle operation in stop
and go traffic)
² More than 50% of your driving is at sustained
high speeds during hot weather, above 32ÉC (90ÉF) If any of these apply to you then change your en-
gine oil every 4 800 kilometers (3,000 miles) or 3
months, whichever comes first. If none of these apply to you then change your oil
every 12 000 kilometers (7,500 miles) or 6 months,
whichever comes first. If none of these apply and the vehicle is in com-
mercial type service such as, Police, Taxi or Limou-
sine and principally used for highway driving of 40
kilometers (25 miles) or more between stations, the
engine oil should be changed every 8 000 kilometers
(5,000 miles) or 6 months, whichever comes first.
FLEXIBLE FUEL VEHICLES
Flexible fuel is corrosive and contributes to engine
oil contamination. When flexible fuel is being used,
the engine oil should be changed every 8 000 kilome-
ters (5,000 miles) or 6 months, whichever comes first.
OIL FILTER
The engine oil filter should be replaced with a new
filter at every second oil change.
ENGINE OIL
WARNING: NEW OR USED ENGINE OIL CAN BE IR-
RITATING TO THE SKIN. AVOID PROLONGED OR
REPEATED SKIN CONTACT WITH ENGINE OIL.
CONTAMINANTS IN USED ENGINE OIL, CAUSED
BY INTERNAL COMBUSTION, CAN BE HAZARDOUS TO YOUR HEALTH. THOROUGHLY WASH EX-
POSED SKIN WITH SOAP AND WATER. DO NOT WASH SKIN WITH GASOLINE, DIESEL
FUEL, THINNER, OR SOLVENTS, HEALTH PROB-
LEMS CAN RESULT. DO NOT POLLUTE, DISPOSE OF USED ENGINE
OIL PROPERLY. CONTACT YOUR DEALER OR
GOVERNMENT AGENCY FOR LOCATION OF COL-
LECTION CENTER IN YOUR AREA.
BREAK-IN PERIOD
CAUTION: Wide open throttle operation in low
gears, before engine break-in period is complete,
can damage engine.
On a Chrysler Corporation vehicle an extended
break-in period is not required. Driving speeds of not
over 80-90 km/h (50-55 mph) for the first 100 km (60
miles) is recommended. Hard acceleration and high
engine rpm in lower gears should be avoided.
SELECTING ENGINE OIL
CAUTION: Do not use non-detergent or straight
mineral oil when adding or changing crankcase lu-
bricant. Engine or Turbocharger failure can result.
The factory fill engine oil is a high quality, energy
conserving, crankcase lubricant. The Recommended
SAE Viscosity Grades chart defines the viscosity
grades that must be used based on temperature in
the region where vehicle is operated and optional
equipment.
NON-FLEXIBLE FUEL VEHICLES Chrysler Corporation recommends that Mopar mo-
tor oil, or equivalent, be used when adding or chang-
ing crankcase lubricant. The API symbol (Fig. 1) on
the container indicates the viscosity grade, quality
and fuel economy ratings of the lubricant it contains.
Use ENERGY CONSERVING II motor oil with API
SERVICE SG or SG/CD classification.
0 - 8 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE Ä

ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: ANTIFREEZE IS AN ETHYLENE GLYCOL
BASE COOLANT AND IS HARMFUL IF SWAL-
LOWED OR INHALED. IF SWALLOWED, DRINK
TWO GLASSES OF WATER AND INDUCE VOMIT-
ING. IF INHALED, MOVE TO FRESH AIR AREA.
SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION IMMEDIATELY. DO
NOT STORE IN OPEN OR UNMARKED CONTAIN-
ERS. WASH SKIN AND CLOTHING THOROUGHLY
AFTER COMING IN CONTACT WITH ETHYLENE
GLYCOL. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. DISPOSE OF GLYCOL BASE COOLANT PROP-
ERLY, CONTACT YOUR DEALER OR GOVERNMENT
AGENCY FOR LOCATION OF COLLECTION CEN-
TER IN YOUR AREA. DO NOT OPEN A COOLING SYSTEM WHEN THE
ENGINE IS AT RUNNING TEMPERATURE, PER-
SONAL INJURY CAN RESULT. AVOID RADIATOR COOLING FAN WHEN ENGINE
COMPARTMENT RELATED SERVICE IS PER-
FORMED, PERSONAL INJURY CAN RESULT.
CAUTION: Do not use straight antifreeze as engine
coolant, inadequate engine running temperatures
can result. Do not operate vehicle without proper concentra-
tion of recommended ethylene glycol coolant, high
running temperatures and cooling system corrosion
can result.
The engine cooling system will develop internal
pressure of 97 to 123 kPa (14 to 18 psi) at normal op-
erating temperature. Allow the vehicle approxi-
mately one half hour to cool off before opening the
cooling system. As an indicator of pressure, squeeze
the upper radiator hose between index finger and
thumb. If it collapses with little effort the system
would have low internal pressure and should be safe
to open to the first safety notch of the radiator cap.
Refer to Group 7, Cooling System.
COOLING SYSTEM INSPECTION
Coolant level (Fig. 5) should be inspected when
other engine compartment service is performed or
when coolant leak is suspected. Coolant recovery
tank level should read between the MIN and MAX
marks, located on the side of recovery tank, when the
engine is at normal operating temperature. Normal
coolant level maintenance does not require the re-
moval of radiator cap. Cooling system freeze protec-
tion should be tested at the onset of the winter
season or every 12 months. Service is required if
coolant is low, contaminated, rusty or freeze protec-
tion is inadequate. To properly test cooling system,
see Group 7, Cooling System.
The cooling system factory fill is a mixture of 50%
Glycol based antifreeze and 50% water. Using a suit-
able hydrometer, measure antifreeze concentration in
the radiator when the engine is cool. If the cooling
system has recently been serviced, allow coolant to
circulate for at least 20 minutes before taking hy-
drometer reading. Properly mixed coolant will pro-
tect the cooling system to -37ÉC (-35ÉF). If the freeze
protection is above -28ÉC (-20ÉF), drain enough cool-
ant from the cooling system to allow room to add an-
Fig. 3 Remove Oil Filter
Fig. 4 Install Oil Filter
Fig. 5 Coolant Recovery Tank
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DRIVETRAIN INDEX
page page
Automatic Transaxle ...................... 16
Automatic Transaxle Floor Shift .............. 16
Clutch and Gearshift Linkage ............... 16
Drive Shaft Cv and Tripod Joint Boots ........ 17 Front Wheel Bearings
..................... 17
Manual Transaxle ........................ 16
Tires .................................. 17
CLUTCH AND GEARSHIFT LINKAGE
If the clutch or gearshift begins to operate with dif-
ficulty, squeak or grunt, the cables and linkage
should be lubricated before service replacement is
performed. For proper lubrication and service proce-
dures refer to Group 6, Clutch, or Group 21, Manual
Transaxle.
MANUAL TRANSAXLE
The manual transaxle should be inspected for oil
leaks and proper oil level when other under vehicle
service is performed. To inspect the transaxle oil
level, position the vehicle on a level surface. Remove
fill plug (Fig. 1) from the transaxle side cover. The
oil level should not be below 4 mm (3/16 in) from the
bottom of the oil fill opening. The manual transaxle does not require periodic
maintenance. The oil should be changed only when
water contamination is suspected. If oil has a foamy
or milky appearance it probably is contaminated. A
circular magnet located behind the differential cover
collects metallic particles circulating in the oil. For
proper diagnostic and service procedures, refer to
Group 21, Manual Transaxle.
SELECTING MANUAL TRANSAXLE OIL
Chrysler Corporation recommends Mopar Engine
Oil, SG or SG/CD SAE 5W-30, or equivalent, be used
to fill a 5-speed transaxle.
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLOOR SHIFT
If the automatic transaxle floor shift mechanism
becomes difficult to operate or starts to make objec-
tionable noise, the mechanism should be lubricated
before service repair is performed. To lubricate the
shift mechanism, remove console as necessary. Refer
to Group 23, Body. Apply a film of Mopar Multipur-
pose Grease or equivalent, to slide surfaces and pawl
spring. For additional information, refer to Group 21,
Transaxle.
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE
The automatic transaxle should be inspected for
fluid leaks and proper fluid level when other under
hood service is performed.
CAUTION: To minimize fluid contamination, verify
that dipstick is seated in the fill hole or tube after
fluid level reading is taken.
TO INSPECT THE TRANSAXLE FLUID LEVEL: (1) Position the vehicle on a level surface.
(2) Start engine and allow to idle in PARK for at
least 60 seconds. The warmer the transaxle fluid, the
more accurate the reading. (3) While sitting in driver seat, apply brakes and
place gear selector in each position. Return gear se-
lector to park. (4) Raise hood and remove transaxle fluid level in-
dicator (dipstick) and wipe clean with a suitable
cloth. (5) Install dipstick and verify it is seated in fill
hole or tube (Fig. 2 or 3).
CAUTION: Do not overfill automatic transaxle, leak-
age or damage can result.
(6) Remove dipstick, with handle above tip, take
fluid level reading (Fig. 4). If the vehicle has been
driven for at least 15 minutes before inspecting fluid
level, transaxle can be considered hot and reading
should be above the WARM mark. If vehicle has run
for less than 15 minutes and more than 60 seconds
transaxle can be considered warm and reading
Fig. 1 Manual Transaxle Fill Plug
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CHASSIS AND BODY INDEX
page page
Body Lubrication ......................... 22
Brakes ................................ 21
Headlamps ............................. 22
Lower Ball Joints ......................... 19 Power Steering
.......................... 19
Rear Wheel Bearings ..................... 20
Steering Linkage ......................... 19
STEERING LINKAGE
INSPECTION
The steering linkage and steering gear should be in-
spected for wear, leaks or damage when other under ve-
hicle service is performed. The rack and pinion steering
gear end boots should not have excess oil or grease res-
idue on the outside surfaces or surrounding areas
(Fig.1). If boot is leaking, it should be repaired. For
proper service procedures, see Group 19, Steering.
The tie rod end seal should fit securely between the
steering knuckle and tie rod end (Fig.2). The steering
linkage should be lubricated at the time and distance
intervals described in the Lubrication and Mainte-
nance Schedules. Refer to General Information sec-
tion of this group.
TIE ROD END LUBRICATION
Lubricate the steering linkage with Mopar, Multi-
mileage Lube or equivalent. Using a wiping cloth,
clean grease and dirt from around grease fitting and
joint seal. Using a grease gun, fill tie rod end until
lubricant leaks from around the tie rod end side of
the seal (Fig.2). When lube operation is complete,
wipe off excess grease.
LOWER BALL JOINTS
INSPECTION
The front suspension lower ball joints should be in-
spected for wear, leaks or damage when other under ve- hicle service is performed. The ball joint seal should fit
securely between the steering knuckle and lower control
arm (Fig. 3). The ball joints should be lubricated at the
time and distance intervals described in the Lubrication
and Maintenance Schedules. Refer to the General Infor-
mation section of this group.
BALL JOINT LUBRICATION
CAUTION: Do not over fill ball joint with grease,
damage to seal can result.
Lubricate the ball joints with Mopar, Multi-mile-
age Lube or equivalent. Using a wiping cloth, clean
grease and dirt from around grease fitting and joint
seal. Using a grease gun, fill ball joint until seal
starts to swell (Fig. 3). When lube operation is com-
plete, wipe off excess grease.
POWER STEERING
The power steering fluid level should be inspected
when other under hood service is performed. If the
fluid level is low and system is not leaking, use Mo-
par, Power Steering Fluid or equivalent. The power
steering system should be inspected for leaks when
other under vehicle service is performed. For proper
service procedures, refer to Group 19, Steering.Fig. 1 Inspect Steering Linkage
Fig. 2 Tie Rod End Lubrication
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FRONT SUSPENSION SERVICE PROCEDURES INDEX
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Ball Joints .............................. 13
Hub and Bearing Assembly ................. 20
Knuckle (Front Suspension) ................. 16
Lower Control Arm ....................... 10
Lower Control Arm Pivot Bushings ........... 11 Shock Absorbers (Strut Damper)
............. 10
Strut Damper Assembly ..................... 7
Suspension Coil Springs .................... 9
Sway Bar .............................. 14
Wheel Alignment .......................... 5
WHEEL ALIGNMENT
Front wheel alignment is the proper adjustment of
all interrelated front suspension angles. These angles
are what affects the running and steering of the
front wheels of the vehicle. The method of checking front alignment will vary
depending on the type of equipment being used. The
instructions furnished by the manufacturer of the
equipment should always be followed. With the ex-
ception that the alignment specifications recom-
mended by Chrysler Corporation be used. There are six basic factors which are the founda-
tion to front wheel alignment. These are height,
caster, camber, toe-in, steering axis inclination and
toe-out on turns. Of the six basic factors only camber
and toe in are mechanically adjustable (Fig. 1)
CAUTION: Do not attempt to modify any suspen-
sion or steering components by heating or bending
of the component.
Wheel alignment adjustments and checks should be
made in the following sequence. (1) Camber
(2) Toe
Camber is the number of degrees the top of the
wheel is tilted inward or outward from true vertical.
Inward tilt is negative camber. Outward tilt is posi-
tive camber. Excessive camber is a tire wear factor: negative
camber causes wear on the inside of the tire, while
positive camber causes wear to the outside. Toe
is measured in degrees or inches and is the
distance the front edges of the tires are closer (or far-
ther apart) than the rear edges. See Front Wheel
Drive Specifications for Toesettings.
PRE-ALIGNMENT
Before any attempt is made to change or correct
the wheel alignment factors. The following inspection
and necessary corrections must be made on those
parts which influence the steering of the vehicle. (1) Check and inflate tires to recommended pres-
sure. All tires should be the same size and in good
condition and have approximately the same wear.
Note type of tread wear which will aid in diagnosing,
see Wheels and Tires, Group 22. (2) Check front wheel and tire assembly for radial
runout. (3) Inspect lower ball joints and all steering link-
age for looseness. (4) Check for broken or sagged front and rear
springs. Front suspension must only be checked after the
vehicle has had the following checked or adjusted.
Tires set to recommended pressures, full tank of fuel,
no passenger or luggage compartment load and is on
a level floor or alignment rack. Just prior to each alignment reading. The vehicle
should be bounced (rear first, then front) by grasping
bumper at center and jouncing each end an equal
number of times. Always release bumpers at bottom
of down cycle.
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INSPECTION
Inspect for evidence of fluid running from the up-
per end of the reservoir. (Actual leakage will be a
stream of fluid running down the side and dripping
off lower end of unit). A slight amount of seepage be-
tween the strut rod and strut shaft seal is not un-
usual and does not affect performance of the strut
assembly.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install unit into fender reinforcement and in-
stall retaining nuts and washer assemblies (Fig. 1).
Tighten the 3 nuts to 27 N Im (20 ft. lbs.) torque.
(2) Position steering knuckle neck into strut as-
sembly. Position washer plate and install cam and
knuckle bolts (Fig. 4). (3) Attach brake hose retainer to damper, tighten
the screw to 13 N Im (10 ft. lbs.) torque (Fig. 4).
(4) Index strut to original outline on the knuckle
neck, or align mark on cam bolt with the mark that
was put on the strut to steering knuckle bracket
(Fig. 4). (5) Plac e a 4 inch (or larger) C clamp on the strut
and knuckle as shown in (Fig. 5). Tighten the clamp
just enough to eliminate any looseness between the
knuckle and the strut. Check alignment of the index marks and tighten the bolts to 100 N
Im (75 ft. lbs.)
plus 1/4 turn beyond specified torque. Remove the
(C) clamp.
(6) Install wheel and tire assembly. Tighten the
wheel nuts to 129 N Im (95 ft. lbs.) torque.
DISASSEMBLY (STRUT DAMPER)
(1) Compress front coil spring with Spring Com-
pressor, Special Tool C-4838 (Fig. 6).
(2) Hold end of strut shaft from rotating with
wrench, while loosening strut shaft nut. Remove nut
from shaft (Fig. 7). (3) Remove the upper strut mount from the strut
assembly. (4) Remove coil spring from the strut assembly.
Mark spring for installation back on the same
side of the vehicle (Fig. 11).
CAUTION: see Suspension Coil Springs before re-
leasing coil from Tool C-4838.
(5) Inspect strut damper, mount assembly (Fig. 8)
for:
Fig. 4 Strut Damper Removal
Fig. 5 Strut Damper Installation
Fig. 6 Compressing Coil Spring
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