fuel CHEVROLET PLYMOUTH ACCLAIM 1993 Service Manual

FOREWORD
The information contained in this service manual has been prepared for the professional automotive
technician involved in daily repair operations. This manual does not cover theory of operation, which is addressed
in service training material. Information describing the operation and use of standard and optional equipment is
included in the Owner's Manual provided with the vehicle.
Information in this manual is divided into groups. These groups contain general information, diagnosis,
testing, adjustments, removal, installation, disassembly, and assembly procedures for the components.
The Component and System Index of this manual identifies the correct group for the component or system to
be serviced. To assist in locating a group title page, use the Group Tab Locator on the following page. The solid bar
after the group title is aligned to a solid tab on the first page of each group. The first page of the group has a
contents section that lists major topics within the group.
A Service Manual Comment form is included at the rear of this manual. Use the form to provide Chrysler
Corporation with your comments and suggestions.
Tightening torques are provided as a specific value throughout this manual. This value represents the
midpoint of the acceptable engineering torque range for a given fastener application. These torque values are
intended for use in service assembly and installation procedures using the correct OEM fasteners. When replacing
fasteners, always use the same type (part number) fastener as removed.
Chrysler Corporation reserves the right to change testing procedures, specifications, diagnosis, repair
methods, or vehicle wiring at any time without prior notice or incurring obligation.
NOTE: The acronyms, terminology and nomenclature used to identify emissions related components in this
manual may have changed from prior publications. These new terms are in compliance with S.A.E.
recommended practice J1930. This terminology standard (J1930) is required to comply with the 1993
California Air Research Board (CARB) requirements.
FOR INFORMATION NOT CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL, REFER TO FRONT WHEEL DRIVE
PASSENGER VEHICLES ELECTRICALÐFUELÐEMISSIONS OR WIRING DIAGRAMS SERVICE
MANUALS.
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1993 FRONT WHEEL DRIVE PASSENGER VEHICLES
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GROUP TAB LOCATOR
Introduction
8ABattery/Starting/Charging
Systems Diagnostics
8BBattery/Starter/Generator Service
8COverhead Console
8DIgnition Systems
8EInstrument Panel and Gauges
8FAudio System
8GHorns
8HVehicle Speed Control
8JTurn Signal/Hazard Warning Flasher
8KWindshield Wiper/Washer Systems
8LLamps
8MRestraint Systems
8NRear Window Defogger
8PPower Locks
8QVehicle Theft Security System
8RPower Seats
8SPower Windows
8TPower Mirrors
8UChime Warning/Reminder Systems
14Fuel Systems
25Emission Control Systems
Component and System Index
Service Manual Comment Forms (Rear of Manual)

FOREWORD
The information contained in this Service Manual has been prepared for the professional automotive
technician involved in daily repair operations. Information describing the operation and use of standard and
optional equipment is included in the Owner's Manual provided with the vehicle.
These diagrams contain the latest information at the time of publication and incorporate the wiring schematic
for the basic vehicle and available optional equipment.
The diagrams are grouped by body type and sales division. The body codes are explained in the General
Information section. (ExampleÐAP-D, P=Shadow, Sundance). To locate a system or component refer to the black
index tabs on the next page. The tab will assist you in locating the desired area of the manual.
An alphabetical index is provided at the beginning of each section to help you in locating a system or
component. All diagrams are identified by SHEET NUMBER which is found in the lower right- or left-hand corner
of the page.
A Service Manual Comment form is included at the rear of this manual. Use the form to provide Chrysler
Corporation with your comments and suggestions.
Chrysler Corporation reserves the right to change testing procedures, specifications, diagnosis, repair
methods, or vehicle wiring at any time without prior notice or incurring obligation.
NOTE: The acronyms, terminology and nomenclature used to identify emissions related components in this
manual may have changed from prior publications. These new terms are in compliance with S.A.E.
recommended practice J1930. This terminology standard (J1930) is required to comply with the 1993
California Air Research Board (CARB) requirements.
FOR INFORMATION NOT CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL, REFER TO THE FRONT WHEEL
DRIVE PASSENGER VEHICLES ENGINEÐCHASSISÐBODY OR ELECTRICALÐFUELÐEMISSIONS
SERVICE MANUALS.
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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

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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LUBRICANTS AND GREASES
Lubricating grease is rated for quality and usage
by the NLGI. All approved products have the NLGI
symbol on the label. At the bottom NLGI symbol is the usage and qual-
ity identification letters. Wheel bearing lubricant is
identified by the letter ``G''. Chassis lubricant is iden-
tified by the letter ``L''. The letter following the us-
age letter indicates the quality of the lubricant. The
following symbols indicate the highest quality.
FLUID CAPACITIES
Fuel Tank
AP,AG and AJ ......................................53 L (14 gal.)
AA,AC and AY .....................................60 L (16 gal.)
AA-Flexible Fuel ..................................68 L (18 gal.)
Engine Oil
All.........................................................3.8 L (4.5 qts.)
Cooling System
2.2L ......................................................8.5 L (9.0 qts.)
2.5L ......................................................8.5 L (9.0 qts.)
3.0L ......................................................9.0 L (9.5 qts.)
3.3L ......................................................9.0 L (9.5 qts.)
3.8L ......................................................9.0 L (9.5 qts.)
Includes heater and coolant recovery bottle
Automatic Transaxle
Estimated Service Fill
ALL ......................................................3.8 L (4.0 qts.)
Overhaul Fill Capacity with Torque Converter
Empty
3-speed Fleet .......................................8.7 L (9.2 qts.)
3-speed .................................................8.2 L (8.8 qts.)
4-speed Electronic ................................9.4L (9.9 qts.)
Manual Transaxle
All ..........................................................9.4L (9.9 qts.)
Fill to bottom of fill hole.
Power Steering
All ...........................................................75L (1.5 pts.)
PARTS REQUIRING NO LUBRICATION
Many components on a Chrysler Corporation vehi-
cle require no periodic maintenance. Some compo-
nents are sealed and permanently lubricated. Rubber
bushings can deteriorate or limit damping ability if
lubricated. The following list of components require
no lubrication: ²
Air Pump
² Generator Bushings
² Drive Belts
² Drive Belt Idler/Tensioner Pulley
² Front Wheel Bearings
² Rubber Bushings
² Starter Bearings/Bushings
² Suspension Strut Bearings
² Throttle Control Cable
² Throttle Linkage
² Water Pump Bearings
JUMP STARTING PROCEDURE
WARNING: REVIEW ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
AND WARNINGS IN GROUP 8A, BATTERY/START-
ING/CHARGING SYSTEMS DIAGNOSTICS. DO NOT JUMP START A FROZEN BATTERY, PER-
SONAL INJURY CAN RESULT. DO NOT JUMP START WHEN BATTERY INDICA-
TOR DOT IS YELLOW OR BRIGHT COLOR. DO NOT ALLOW JUMPER CABLE CLAMPS TO
TOUCH EACH OTHER WHEN CONNECTED TO A
BOOSTER SOURCE. DO NOT USE OPEN FLAME NEAR BATTERY.
REMOVE METALLIC JEWELRY WORN ON HANDS
OR WRISTS TO AVOID INJURY BY ACCIDENTAL
ARCHING OF BATTERY CURRENT. WHEN USING A HIGH OUTPUT BOOSTING DE-
VICE, DO NOT ALLOW BATTERY VOLTAGE TO EX-
CEED 16 VOLTS. REFER TO INSTRUCTIONS
PROVIDED WITH DEVICE BEING USED.
CAUTION: When using another vehicle as a
booster, do not allow vehicles to touch. Electrical
systems can be damaged on either vehicle.
TO JUMP START A DISABLED VEHICLE:
(1) Raise hood on disabled vehicle and visually in-
spect engine compartment for:
² Battery cable clamp condition, clean if necessary.
² Frozen battery.
² Yellow or bright color test indicator, if equipped.
² Low battery fluid level.
² Generator drive belt condition and tension.
² Fuel fumes or leakage, correct if necessary.
CAUTION: If the cause of starting problem on dis-
abled vehicle is severe, damage to booster vehicle
charging system can result.
(2) When using another vehicle as a booster
source, turn off all accessories, place gear selector in
park or neutral, set park brake and operate engine
at 1200 rpm.
NLGI SYMBOL
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TOWING RECOMMENDATIONS
RECOMMENDED TOWING EQUIPMENT
To avoid damage to bumper fascia and air dams
use of a wheel lift or flat bed towing device (Fig. 8) is
recommended. When using a wheel lift towing de-
vice, be sure the unlifted end of disabled vehicle has
at least 100 mm (4 in.) ground clearance. If mini-
mum ground clearance cannot be reached, use a tow-
ing dolly. If a flat bed device is used, the approach
angle should not exceed 15 degrees.
GROUND CLEARANCE
CAUTION: If vehicle is towed with wheels removed,
install lug nuts to retain brake drums or rotors.
A towed vehicle should be raised until lifted wheels
are a minimum 100 mm (4 in) from the ground. Be
sure there is adequate ground clearance at the oppo-
site end of the vehicle, especially when towing over
rough terrain or steep rises in the road. If necessary,
remove the wheels from the lifted end of the vehicle
and lower the vehicle closer to the ground, to in-
crease the ground clearance at the opposite end of
the vehicle. Install lug nuts on wheel attaching studs
to retain brake drums or rotors.
LOCKED VEHICLE TOWING
When a locked vehicle must be towed with the
front wheels on the ground, use a towing dolly or flat
bed hauler.
FLAT TOWING WITH TOW BAR
² 4-speed automatic transaxle vehicles can be flat
towed at speeds not to exceed 72 km/h (44 mph) for
not more than 160 km (100 miles). The steering col-
umn must be unlocked and gear selector in neutral.
² 3-speed automatic transaxle vehicles can be flat
towed at speeds not to exceed 40 km/h (25 mph) for
not more than 25 km (15 miles). The steering column
must be unlocked and gear selector in neutral.
² Manual transaxle vehicles can be flat towed at any
legal highway speed with no distance restrictions.
The steering column must be unlocked and gear se-
lector in neutral. WARNING: DO NOT ALLOW TOWING ATTACH-
MENT DEVICES TO CONTACT THE FUEL TANK OR
LINES, FUEL LEAK CAN RESULT. DO NOT LIFT OR TOW VEHICLE BY FRONT OR
REAR BUMPER, OR BUMPER ENERGY ABSORBER
UNITS. DO NOT VENTURE UNDER A LIFTED VEHICLE IF
NOT SUPPORTED PROPERLY ON SAFETY
STANDS. DO NOT ALLOW PASSENGERS TO RIDE IN A
TOWED VEHICLE. USE A SAFETY CHAIN THAT IS INDEPENDENT
FROM THE TOWING ATTACHMENT DEVICE.
CAUTION: Do not damage brake lines, exhaust sys-
tem, shock absorbers, sway bars, or any other un-
der vehicle components when attaching towing
device to vehicle. Remove or secure loose or protruding objects
from a damaged vehicle before towing. Refer to state and local rules and regulations be-
fore towing a vehicle. Do not allow weight of towed vehicle to bear on
lower fascia, air dams, or spoilers.
TOWINGÐFRONT WHEEL LIFT
Chrysler Corporation recommends that a vehicle be
towed with the front end lifted, whenever possible.
TOWINGÐREAR WHEEL LIFT
If a front wheel drive vehicle cannot be towed with
the front wheels lifted, the rear wheels can be lifted
provided the following guide lines are observed.
CAUTION: Do not use steering column lock to se-
cure steering wheel during towing operation.
² Unlock steering column and secure steering wheel
in straight ahead position with a clamp device de-
signed for towing.
² Verify that front drive line and steering compo-
nents are in good condition.
² 4-speed automatic transaxle vehicles can be towed
at speeds not to exceed 72 km/h (44 mph) for not
more than 160 km (100 miles). The gear selector
must be in neutral position.
² 3-speed automatic transaxle vehicles can be towed
at speeds not to exceed 40 km/h (25 mph) for not
more than 25 km (15 miles). The gear selector must
be in neutral position.
² 3-speed automatic transaxle vehicles can be towed
at speeds not to exceed 40 km/h (25 mph) for not
more than 25 km (15 miles). The gear selector must
be in neutral position.
Fig. 8 Recommended Towing Devices
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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.
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² SG service engine oil is a high quality crankcase
lubricant designed for use in all naturally aspirated
engines. If SG service engine oil is used in turbo-
charged engine, change engine oil at every 4 800
km (3,000 miles) or three months.
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.
FLEXIBLE FUEL VEHICLES
Vehicles operated using Flexible Fuel (M85) re-
quire engine oil that meet or exceed Chrysler Stan-
dard MS-9214. Mopar Flexible Fuel engine oil or
equivalent should be used when adding or changing
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 SER-
VICE SG or SG/CD classification.
ENGINE OIL ADDITIVES
Chrysler Corporation recommends that Mopar En-
gine Oil Supplement or equivalent be used when fric-
tion and corrosion reducing materials added to the
crankcase lubricant is desired.
CRANKCASE OIL LEVEL INSPECTION
CAUTION: Do not overfill crankcase with engine oil,
oil foaming and oil pressure loss can result.
Inspect engine oil level approximately every 800
kilometers (500 miles). Position vehicle on level sur- face. With engine OFF, allow enough time for oil to
settle to bottom of crankcase, remove engine oil level
indicator (dipstick) and wipe clean. Install dipstick
and verify it is seated in the tube. Remove dipstick,
with handle above tip, take oil level reading (Fig. 2).
Add oil only if level is below MIN or ADD mark on
dipstick.
ENGINE OIL CHANGE
Change engine oil at mileage and time intervals
described in Lubrication and Maintenance Schedules.
Position the vehicle on a level surface. Hoist and
support vehicle on safety stands. Refer to Hoisting
and Jacking Recommendations in this group. Place a
suitable 3.8 liter (4 qt.) drain pan under crankcase
drain. Remove drain plug from crankcase. Inspect
drain plug threads for stretching or other damage.
Replace drain plug and gasket if damaged. Install
drain plug in crankcase. Lower vehicle and fill
crankcase with specified type and amount of engine
oil described in this section. Start engine and inspect
for leaks. Stop engine and inspect oil level.
ENGINE OIL FILTER
SELECTING OIL FILTER
Chrysler Corporation recommends a Mopar or
equivalent oil filter be used when replacement is re-
quired. A replacement filter must be designed to
withstand 1756 kPa (256 psi) of internal pressure.
OIL FILTER REPLACEMENT
Position a drain pan under the oil filter. Using a
suitable oil filter wrench (Fig. 3) loosen filter. When
filter separates from adapter nipple, tip gasket end
upward to minimize oil spill. Remove filter from ve-
hicle. With a wiping cloth, clean the gasket sealing
surface (Fig. 4) of oil and grime. Wipe off oil residue
from below oil filter adapter.
TO INSTALL NEW OIL FILTER: Lightly lubricate oil filter gasket with engine oil or
chassis grease. Thread filter onto adapter nipple.
When gasket makes contact with sealing surface,
tighten filter one full turn. If necessary use a filter
wrench, do not over tighten. Add oil, verify crank-
case oil level and start engine. Inspect for oil leaks.
RECOMMENDED VISCOSITY GRADES
Fig. 1 API Symbol
Fig. 2 Oil Level Indicator DipstickÐTypical
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