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(28) Remove radiator support bolts.It is neces-
sary to loosen the receiver/dryer to gain access
to the radiator bolts.
(29) Remove radiator and fans as an assembly.
(30) Remove accessory drive belt generator/power
steering. Refer to Group 7, for procedure.
(31) Remove both power steering lines at pump,
and cap both lines.
NOTE: It is not necessary to discharge A/C system
for engine removal.
(32) Remove A/C compressor. Secure compressor
away from engine for clearance during engine
removal.
(33) Remove Generator and adjusting bracket.
NOTE: Do not remove the mounting base from the
generator. It is aligned at the factory and cannot be
realigned in the field.
(34) Hoist vehicle.
(35) Remove exhaust pipe at turbo outlet.
(36) Remove connections at starter.
(37) Remove power steering high pressure line
bracket at rear of oil pan.
(38) Remove both driveshafts from transaxle. Refer
to Group 2, Suspension and Driveshafts.
(39) Disconnect clutch cable at transaxle.
(40) Remove reinforcement plate on lower cross-
member.
(41) Remove front and rear engine mounts. Refer
to procedure outlined in this section.
(42) Drain engine oil and remove oil filter if neces-
sary.
(43) Mount both special tool, engine support brack-
ets VM-1026 to cylinder block (Fig. 21).
(44) Using engine dolly and cradle assembly with
4 adjustable posts align posts with holes in the
engine support brackets.
(45) Lower vehicle so weight ofonly the engine
and transmissionis on the dolly and cradle assem-
bly.
(46) Remove left side splash shield to gain access
to thru bolt for left side mount.
(47) Remove right engine mount and left side
mount. Refer to procedure outlined in this section.
(48) Raise vehicle slowly. It may be necessary to
move the engine/transmission assembly on the dolly
to allow for removal around body.
(49) Reverse removal procedure for installation.
CYLINDER HEAD COVER
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect the battery cables.
(2) Remove generator bracket.(3) Remove breather hose.
(4) Remove coolant pressure tank.
(5) Remove cylinder head cover.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install cylinder head cover, torque nuts to 23.5
N´m (208 in. lbs.).
(2) Install coolant pressure tank.
(3) Install breather hose.
(4) Install generator bracket, tighten bolts to 7
N´m (4 ft. lbs.).
(5) Connect battery cable.
ROCKER ARMS AND PUSH RODS
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect the battery cables.
(2) Remove generator bracket.
(3) Remove breather hose.
(4) Remove coolant pressure tank.
(5) Remove cylinder head cover.
(6) Remove rocker retaining nuts (Fig. 22).
(7) Remove rocker assembly. Place them on a
bench in the same order as removed.
(8) Remove the push rods and place them on a
bench in the same order as removed.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install the push rods in the same order as
removed.
(2) Install rocker arm assemblies in the same
order as removed. Tighten the rocker arm nuts to
29.4 N´m (264 in. lbs.) torque.
Fig. 21 Engine Removal
9 - 54 ENGINENS/GS
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)

(3.6196-3.6200 in.). Maximum wear limit .05mm
(.0019 in.).
(2) Check piston pin bores in piston for roundness.
Make 3 checks at 120É intervals. Maximum out of
roundness .05mm (.0019in.).
(3) The piston diameter should be measured
approximately 15 mm (.590 in.) up from the base.
(4) Skirt wear should not exceed 0.1 mm (.00039
in.).
(5) The clearance between the cylinder liner and
piston should not exceed 0.25 mm (.0009 in.).
(6) Make sure the weight of the pistons does not
differ by more than 5 g.
CONNECTING ROD
(1) Assemble bearing shells and bearing caps to
their respective connecting rods ensuring that the
serrations on the cap and reference marks are
aligned.
(2) Tighten bearing cap bolts to 29 N´m (21 ft. lbs.)
plus 60É.
(3) Check and record internal diameter of crank
end of connecting rod.
Note: When changing connecting rods, all four
must have the same weight and be stamped with the
same number.Replacement connecting rods will
only be supplied in sets of four.
(4) Connecting rods are supplied in sets of four
since they all must be of the same weight category.
Max allowable weight difference is 18 gr.NOTE:On
one side of the big end of the con-rod there is a two-
digit number which refers to the weight category. On
the other side of the big end there is a four digitnumber on both the rod and the cap. These numbers
must both face the camshaft as well as the recess on
the piston crown (Fig. 76). Lightly heat the piston in
oven. Insert piston pin in position and secure it with
provided snap rings.The Four digit numbers
marked on con rod big end and rod cap must
be on the same side as the camshaft (Fig. 76).
After having coated threads with Molyguard, tighten
con rod bolts to 29 N´m (21 ft. lbs.) plus 60É.
PISTON PIN
(1) Measure the diameter of piston pin in the cen-
ter and both ends (Fig. 77).
(2) Piston pin diameter is 29.990 to 29.996mm
(1.1807 to 1.1809 in.).
CRANKSHAFT
CRANKSHAFT JOURNALS
(1) Using a micrometer, measure and record crank-
shaft connecting rod journals, take reading of each
journal 120É apart. Crankshaft journal diameter is
53.84 to 53.955mm (2.1196 to 2.1242 in.).
(2) Crankshaft journals worn beyond limits or
show signs of out of roundness must be reground or
replaced. Minimum reground diameter is 53.69mm
(2.1137 in.).
BEARING-TO-JOURNAL CLEARANCE
Compare internal diameters of connecting rod with
crankshaft journal diameter. Maximum clearance
between connecting rod and crankshaft journals .022
to .076mm (.0008 to .0029 in.) (Fig. 78).
CRANKSHAFT MAIN BEARING
INSPECTION
(1) Fit main bearing carriers together and torque
to 42 N´m (31 ft. lbs.)
(2) Check internal diameter of bearings.
Fig. 75 Checking Rotor Clearance
Fig. 76 Connecting Rod Identification
NS/GSENGINE 9 - 77
CLEANING AND INSPECTION (Continued)

DESCRIPTION...........SPECIFICATIONS
Nominal.................63.005±63.020 mm
±0.25....................62.755±62.770 mm
±0.125...................62.880±62.895 mm
Center Bearing Diameter...................
Nominal.................63.050±63.093 mm
±0.25....................62.800±62.843 mm
±0.125...................62.925±62.968 mm
Clearance Between Journal and Bearing:
0.030±0.088 mm..........................
Rear Journal Diameter.....................
Nominal.................79.980±80.000 mm
±0.25....................79.730±79.750 mm
±0.125...................79.855±79.875 mm
Rear Bearing Diameter.....................
Nominal.................80.045±80.070 mm
±0.25....................79.795±79.820 mm
±0.125...................79.920±79.945 mm
Clearance Between Journal and Bearing:
0.045±0.090 mm (Wear Limit: 0.200 mm).......
Connecting Rod Journal....................
Nominal.................53.940±53.955 mm
±0.25....................53.690±53.705 mm
±0.125...................53.815±53.830 mm
Connecting Rod Bearing....................
Nominal.................53.977±54.016 mm
±0.25....................53.727±53.766 mm
±0.125...................53.852±53.891 mm
Clearance Between Journal and Bearing:
0.022±0.076 mm (Wear Limit: 0.200 mm).......
Crankshaft End Play
End Play.....................0.08±0.21 mm
Adjustment.................Thrust Washers
Thrust Washers Available........2.31±2.36 mm
Thrust Washers Available........2.41±2.46 mm
Thrust Washers Available........2.51±2.56 mm
Main Bearing Carriers
Front....................67.025±67.050 mm
Center...................66.670±66.690 mm
Rear....................85.985±86.005 mm
Liners
Internal Diameter..........92.000±92.010 mm
Protrusion....................0.01±0.06 mm
Adjustment.........................Shims
Available Shims:...................0.15 mm
Available Shims:...................0.17 mm
Available Shims:...................0.20 mm
Available Shims:...................0.23 mm
Available Shims:...................0.25 mm
Cylinder Head
Minimum Thickness..........89.95±90.05 mm
Gasket.............................Steel
Gasket thickness:.......1.4260.1 mm 0 Holes
Gasket thickness:.......1.6260.1 mm 1 HolesDESCRIPTION...........SPECIFICATIONS
Gasket thickness:.......1.5260.1 mm 2 Holes
End Plates
Height.....................89.02±90.00 mm
Connecting Rods
Weight (Without the crank
bearing)..................1129±1195 grams
Small End Bearing Internal Diameter
Minimum.......................30.035 mm
Maximum......................30.050 mm
Crankshaft Bearings Standard Internal
Diameter.................53.997±54.016 mm
Pistons
Skirt Diameter............91.935±91.945 mm
(Measured at approximately 15 mm above the
bottom of the skirt)
Piston Clearance.............0.055±0.075 mm
Top of Piston to Cylinder Head....0.80±0.89 mm
Piston Protrusion.....0.53±0.62 mm Fit Gasket
(1.42), 0 Holes
Piston Protrusion.....0.73±0.82 mm Fit Gasket
(1.62), 1 Hole
Piston Protrusion.....0.63±0.72 mm Fit Gasket
(1.52), 2 Holes
Piston Pins
Type .........................Full Floating
Pin Diameter..............29.990±29.996 mm
Clearance..................0.004±0.014 mm
Piston Rings (Clearance in Groove)
Top .......................0.080±0.130 mm
Second.....................0.070±0.102 mm
Oil Control.................0.040±0.072 mm
Piston Rings (Fitted Gap)
Top .........................0.25±0.50 mm
Second......................0.20±0.35 mm
Oil Control...................0.25±0.58 mm
Camshaft
Journal Diameter Front.....53.460±53.480 mm
Bearing Clearance.............0.06±0.13 mm
Journal Diameter Center....53.460±53.480 mm
Bearing Clearance.............0.06±0.13 mm
Journal Diameter Rear......53.460±53.480 mm
Bearing Clearance.............0.06±0.13 mm
Tappets
Outside Diameter..........22.195±22.212 mm
Rocker Gear
Shaft Diameter.............21.979±22.00 mm
Bushing internal diameter . . . 22.020±22.041 mm
Assembly Clearance..........0.020±0.062 mm
Valves (Intake)
Opens........................26ÉB.T.D.C.
Closes........................58ÉA.B.D.C.
Valves (Exhaust)
Opens........................64ÉB.B.D.C.
Closes........................38ÉA.T.D.C.
NS/GSENGINE 9 - 79
SPECIFICATIONS (Continued)

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
EXHAUST PIPES, MUFFLERS AND TAILPIPES
REMOVAL
(1) Raise vehicle on hoist and apply penetrating
oil to clamp bolts and nuts of component being
removed.
(2) Loosen clamps and supports (Fig. 5) and (Fig.
4) from exhaust system to permit alignment of parts
during assembly.
(3) When removing tailpipe, raise rear of vehicle
to relieve body weight from rear springs to provide
clearance between pipe and rear axle parts.
(4) Clean ends of pipes or muffler to assure mat-
ing of all parts. Discard broken or worn insulators,
rusted clamps, supports and attaching parts.When
replacement is required on any component of
the exhaust system. It is important that origi-nal equipment parts (or their equivalent) be
used;
²To insure proper alignment with other parts in
the system.
²Provide acceptable exhaust noise levels and does
not change exhaust system back pressure that could
effect emissions and performance.
INSTALLATION
(1) Assemble pipes, muffler support and clamp
loosely to permit alignment of all parts.
(2) Beginning at front of system, align and clamp
each component to maintain position and proper
clearance with underbody parts.
(3) Tighten the clamp and support to the proper
torques and clearances (Fig. 4).
UPPER INTAKE MANIFOLDÐ2.4L ENGINE
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect negative cable from battery.
(2) Disconnect air intake tube and resonator box
from throttle body and remove.
(3) Remove connector from throttle position sensor
(Fig. 6).
(4) Remove connector from idle air control motor
(Fig. 6).
(5) Remove connector from MAP sensor (Fig. 11).
Fig. 4 Exhaust System Components
Fig. 5 Band Clamp
11 - 4 EXHAUST SYSTEM AND INTAKE MANIFOLDNS

(9) Momentarily touch the other end of this
jumper wire to the negative terminal of the battery
for no more than 4 seconds.
(10) Place a rag or towel below the fuel line at the
quick connect to the rail.
(11) Disconnect the quick connect fitting to the
rail. Refer to Quick-Connect Fittings in this section.
(12) Return the fuel pump relay to the PDC.
(13) One or more Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC's)
may have been stored in the PCM memory due to the
fuel pump relay removal. The DRB scan tool must be
used to erase a DTC. Refer to group 25, On-Board
Diagnostics.
HOSES AND CLAMPS
Inspect all hose connections (clamps and quick con-
nect fittings) for completeness and leaks. Replace
cracked, scuffed, or swelled hoses. Replace hoses that
rub against other vehicle components or show sign of
wear.
Fuel injected vehicles use specially constructed
hoses. When replacing hoses, only use hoses marked
EFM/EFI.
When installing hoses, ensure that they are routed
away from contact with other vehicle components
that could rub against them and cause failure. Avoid
contact with clamps or other components that cause
abrasions or scuffing. Ensure that rubber hoses are
properly routed and avoid heat sources.
The hose clamps have rolled edges to prevent the
clamp from cutting into the hose. Only use clamps
that are original equipment or equivalent. Other
types of clamps may cut into the hoses and cause
high pressure fuel leaks. Tighten hose clamps to 1
N´m (10 in. lbs.) torque.
QUICK-CONNECT FITTINGS
REMOVAL
When disconnecting a quick-connect fitting, the
retainer will remain on the fuel tube nipple.
WARNING: RELEASE FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE
BEFORE DISCONNECTING A QUICK-CONNECT FIT-
TINGS. REFER TO THE FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE
PROCEDURE.
(1) Disconnect negative cable from battery.
(2) Perform Fuel Pressure Release Procedure.
Refer to the Fuel Pressure Release Procedure in this
section.
(3) Squeeze retainer tabs together and pull fuel
tube/quick-connect fitting assembly off of fuel tube
nipple. The retainer will remain on fuel tube.
INSTALLATION
CAUTION: Never install a quick-connect fitting
without the retainer being either on the fuel tube or
already in the quick-connect fitting. In either case,
ensure the retainer locks securely into the quick-
connect fitting by firmly pulling on fuel tube and fit-
ting to ensure it is secured.
(1) Using a clean lint free cloth, clean the fuel tube
nipple and retainer.
(2) Prior to connecting the fitting to the fuel tube,
coat the fuel tube nipple with clean 30 weight engine
oil.
(3) Push the quick-connect fitting over the fuel
tube until theretainer seats and a click is heard.
(4) The plastic quick-connect fitting has windows
in the sides of the casing. When the fitting com-
pletely attaches to the fuel tube, the retainer locking
ears and the fuel tube shoulder are visible in the
windows. If they are not visible, the retainer was not
properly installed (Fig. 12).Do not rely upon the
audible click to confirm a secure connection.
CAUTION: When using the ASD Fuel System Test,
the Auto Shutdown (ASD) Relay remains energized
for either 7 minutes, until the test is stopped, or
until the ignition switch is turned to the Off posi-
tion.
(5) Use the DRB scan tool ASD Fuel System Test
to pressurize the fuel system. Check for leaks.
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
FUEL FILTER
The fuel filter mounts to the top of the fuel tank.
The inlet and outlet tubes are permanently attached
to the filter (Fig. 13).
Fig. 12 Plastic Quick-Connect Fitting/Fuel Tube
Connection
14 - 12 FUEL SYSTEMNS
SERVICE PROCEDURES (Continued)

WARNING: RELEASE FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE
BEFORE DISCONNECTING QUICK-CONNECT FIT-
TINGS AT FUEL FILTER. REFER TO THE FUEL
PRESSURE RELEASE PROCEDURE.
REMOVAL
(1) Perform fuel system pressure release.
(2) Disconnect quick-connect fittings from fuel
pump module and chassis fuel supply tube. Refer to
Quick-Connect Fittings in this section.
(3) Remove filter retaining screw (Fig. 13) and
remove filter from tank.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install fuel filter to tank.
(2) The fuel supply (to filter) tube, return tube (to
pump module) and fuel supply (to chassis fuel line)
are permanently attached the fuel filter. The ends of
the fuel supply and return tubes have different size
quick-connect fittings.
(3) Apply a light coating of clean 30 weight engine
oil to the fuel filter nipples. Install fuel tubes. Refer
to Fuel Tubes and Quick-Connect Fittings in this sec-
tion.
FUEL PUMP MODULE
WARNING: RELEASE FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE
BEFORE SERVICING FUEL SYSTEM COMPONENTS.
SERVICE VEHICLES IN WELL VENTILATED AREAS
AND AVOID IGNITION SOURCES. NEVER SMOKE
WHILE SERVICING THE VEHICLE.
WARNING: THE FUEL RESERVOIR OF THE FUEL
PUMP MODULE DOES NOT EMPTY OUT WHEN THE
TANK IS DRAINED. THE FUEL IN THE RESERVOIR
WILL SPILL OUT WHEN THE MODULE IS
REMOVED.
REMOVAL
(1) Remove fuel filler cap and perform Fuel Sys-
tem Pressure Release procedure.
(2) Disconnect negative cable from battery.
(3) Insert fuel siphon hose into fuel filler neck and
push it into the tank.
(4) Drain fuel tank dry into holding tank or a
properly labeledGASOLINEsafety container.
(5) Raise vehicle on hoist.
(6) Use a transmission jack to support the fuel
tank. Remove bolts from fuel tank straps. Lower
tank slightly.
(7) Clean area around fuel tank module and tank
to keep dirt and foreign material out of tank.
(8) Disconnect fuel lines from fuel pump module by
depressing quick connect retainers with thumb and
fore finger (Fig. 14).
(9) Slide fuel pump module electrical connector
lock to unlock.
(10) Push down on connector retainer (Fig. 15) and
pull connector off module.
Fig. 13 Fuel Filter
Fig. 14 Fuel Line Retainers and Pump Connector
Lock
Fig. 15 Pump Module Connector Retainer and Lock
NSFUEL SYSTEM 14 - 13
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)

INSTALLATION
(1) Position fuel tank on transmission jack. Con-
nect pressure relief/rollover valve hose. Connect fuel
filler tube vent hose and replace clamp.
(2) Raise tank into position and carefully work
filler tube into tank. A light coating of clean engine
oil on the tube end may be used to aid assembly.
(3) Feed filler vent line thru frame rail. Careful
not to cross lines.
(4) Tighten strap bolts to 54 N´m (40 ft. lbs.)
torque. Remove transmission jack.
(5) Tighten filler hose clamp to 3.3 N´m (30 in.
lbs.).
CAUTION: Ensure straps are not twisted or bent
before or after tightening strap nuts.
(6) Connect fuel pump/module electrical connector.
Place retainer in locked position.
(7) Lubricate the fuel supply line with clean 30
weight engine oil, install the quick connect fuel fit-
ting. Refer to Tube/Fitting Assembly in the Fuel
Delivery section of this Group.
(8) Attach filler line to filler tube. Pull on connec-
tor to make sure of connection.
(9) Fill fuel tank, replace cap, and connect battery
negative cable.
CAUTION: When using the ASD Fuel System Test,
the ASD relay and fuel pump relay remain energized
for 7 minutes or until the test is stopped, or until
the ignition switch is turned to the Off position.
(10) Use the DRB scan tool ASD Fuel System Test
to pressurize the fuel system. Check for leaks.
FUEL INJECTOR RAILÐ2.4L
REMOVAL
(1) Perform fuel system pressure release procedure
before servicing or starting repairs.Refer to
Fuel System Pressure Release Procedure in this sec-
tion.
(2) Disconnect negative cable from battery.
(3) Remove air cleaner inlet hose from throttle
body.
(4) Remove throttle cable and speed control cable
(if equipped) from throttle lever.
(5) Remove throttle cables from bracket by com-
pressing retaining tabs.
(6) Remove connector from throttle position sensor.
(7) Remove connector from idle air control motor.
(8) Remove vacuum lines from intake plenum fit-
tings (Fig. 31) and (Fig. 32).(9) Remove connector from intake air temperature
sensor (Fig. 32).
(10) Remove connector from MAP sensor (Fig. 33).
(11) Remove fuel hose quick connect fitting from
the chassis tube (Fig. 34).Refer to Fuel Hoses,
Clamps and Quick Connect Fittings in this Sec-
tion.Place a shop towel under the connections to
absorb any fuel spilled from the fitting.
Fig. 31 Vacuum Fitting on Rear of Intake Manifold
Fig. 32 Electrical and Vacuum Connections
14 - 18 FUEL SYSTEMNS
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)

The crankshaft position sensor is located in the
transaxle housing, above the vehicle speed sensor
(Fig. 10). The bottom of the sensor is positioned next
to the drive plate.The distance between the bot-
tom of sensor and the drive plate is critical to
the operation of the system. When servicing the
crankshaft position sensor, refer to the appro-
priate Multi-Port Fuel Injection Service Proce-
dures section in this Group.
2.4L
The second crankshaft counterweight has
machined into it two sets of four timing reference
notches and a 60 degree signature notch (Fig. 11).
From the crankshaft position sensor input the PCM
determines engine speed and crankshaft angle (posi-
tion).
The notches generate pulses from high to low in
the crankshaft position sensor output voltage. When
a metal portion of the counterweight aligns with the
crankshaft position sensor, the sensor output voltagegoes low (less than 0.3 volts). When a notch aligns
with the sensor, voltage spikes high (5.0 volts). As a
group of notches pass under the sensor, the output
voltage switches from low (metal) to high (notch)
then back to low.
If available, an oscilloscope can display the square
wave patterns of each voltage pulse. From the width
of the output voltage pulses, the PCM calculates
engine speed. The width of the pulses represent the
amount of time the output voltage stays high before
switching back to low. The period of time the sensor
output voltage stays high before switching back to
low is referred to as pulse width. The faster the
engine is operating, the smaller the pulse width on
the oscilloscope.
By counting the pulses and referencing the pulse
from the 60 degree signature notch, the PCM calcu-
lates crankshaft angle (position). In each group of
timing reference notches, the first notch represents
69 degrees before top dead center (BTDC). The sec-
ond notch represents 49 degrees BTDC. The third
notch represents 29 degrees. The last notch in each
set represents 9 degrees before top dead center
(TDC).
The timing reference notches are machined to a
uniform width representing 13.6 degrees of crank-
shaft rotation. From the voltage pulse width the
PCM tells the difference between the timing refer-
ence notches and the 60 degree signature notch. The
60 degree signature notch produces a longer pulse
width than the smaller timing reference notches. If
the camshaft position sensor input switches from
high to low when the 60 degree signature notch
passes under the crankshaft position sensor, the
PCM knows cylinder number one is the next cylinder
at TDC.
The crankshaft position sensor mounts to the
engine block behind the generator, just above the oil
filter (Fig. 12).
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSORÐPCM
INPUT
The engine coolant temperature sensor is a vari-
able resistor with a range of -40ÉC to 129ÉC (-40ÉF to
265ÉF).
The engine coolant temperature sensor provides an
input voltage to the PCM. As coolant temperature
varies, the sensor resistance changes resulting in a
different input voltage to the PCM.
When the engine is cold, the PCM will demand
slightly richer air/fuel mixtures and higher idle
speeds until normal operating temperatures are
reached.
The engine coolant sensor is also used for cooling
fan control.
Fig. 10 Crankshaft Position Sensor LocationÐ3.0/
3.3/3.8L
Fig. 11 Timing Reference Notches
14 - 36 FUEL SYSTEMNS
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION (Continued)

(4) Raise vehicle on hoist.
(5) Disconnect both the fuel fill and fuel vent rub-
ber hoses at the fuel tank.
(6) Disconnect fuel supply and return lines from
the steel supply line (Fig. 51).
The fuel reservoir module electrical connec-
tor has a retainer that locks it in place.
(7) Slide electrical connector lock to unlock (Fig.
52).
(8) Push down on connector retainer (Fig. 53) and
pull connector off module.
(9) Use a transmission jack to support fuel tank.
Remove bolts from fuel tank straps.
(10) Lower tank slightly. Carefully remove filler
hose from tank.(11) Lower the fuel tank. Remove clamp and
remove fuel filler tube vent hose. Remove fuel tank
from vehicle.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position fuel tank on transmission jack. Con-
nect fuel filler tube vent hose and replace clamp.
(2) Raise tank into position and carefully work
filler tube into tank. A light coating of clean engine
oil on the tube end may be used to aid assembly.
(3) Feed filler vent line thru frame rail. Careful
not to cross lines.
(4) Tighten strap bolts to 54 N´m (40 ft. lbs.)
torque. Remove transmission jack.
CAUTION: Ensure straps are not twisted or bent
before or after tightening strap nuts.
(5) Connect module electrical connector. Place
retainer in locked position.
(6) Lubricate the fuel supply and return lines with
clean 30 weight engine oil, install the quick connect
Fuel Tank
Fig. 51 Fuel Tank and Lines
Fig. 52 Fuel Line Retainers and Pump Connector
Lock
Fig. 53 Module Connector Retainer and Lock
14 - 24 FUEL SYSTEMÐ2.5L DIESEL ENGINE/2.0L GAS ENGINENS/GS
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)

(5) Continuity should exist only with transaxle in
Reverse position.
(6) No continuity should exist from either pin to
the case.
TRANSAXLE AND TORQUE CONVERTER REMOVAL
NOTE: Transaxle removal does NOT require engine
removal.
The transaxle and torque converter must be
removed as an assembly; otherwise, the torque con-
verter drive plate, pump bushing, or oil seal may be
damaged. The drive plate will not support a load;
therefore, none of the weight of the transaxle should
be allowed to rest on the plate during removal.
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect negative battery cable.
(2) Remove air cleaner and hoses.
(3) Disconnect throttle linkage and shift linkage
from transaxle.
(4) Unplug torque converter clutch connector,
located near the dipstick. Unplug the gear position
switch.
(5) Remove transaxle dipstick tube.
(6) Remove the transaxle cooler lines and plug.
(7) Install engine support fixture (Fig. 5) .
(8) Remove bell housing upper bolts.
(9) Raise vehicle. Remove front wheels. Refer to
Group 2, Suspension to remove or install wheel hub
nut and both drive shafts.
CAUTION: The exhaust flex joint must be discon-
nected from the exhaust manifold anytime the
engine is lowered. If the engine is lowered while the
flex pipe is attached, damage will occur.(10) Remove bolts securing exhaust flex joint to
exhaust manifold. Disconnect exhaust pipe from
manifold.
(11) Remove torque converter dust cover. Mark
torque converter and drive plate with chalk, for reas-
sembly. Rotate engine clockwise and remove torque
converter mounting bolts.
(12) Remove engine mount bracket from front
crossmember.
(13) Remove front mount insulator through-bolt
and bellhousing bolts.
(14) Position transaxle jack (Fig. 6) .
(15) Remove rear engine mount shield.
(16) Remove rear engine mount bracket bolts and
bracket.
(17) Remove left engine mount thru-bolt.
(18) Remove left engine mount from transaxle.
(19) Remove starter. Remove lower bell housing
bolts.
(20) Carefully work transaxle and torque converter
assembly rearward off engine block dowels and dis-
engage converter hub from end of crankshaft.Attach
a small C clamp to edge of bell housing. This
will hold torque converter in place during tran-
saxle removal.Lower transaxle and remove assem-
bly from under the vehicle.
(21) To remove torque converter assembly, remove
C±clamp from edge of bellhousing and slide converter
out of transaxle.
INSTALLATION
(1) When installing transaxle, reverse the above
procedure.
(2) If torque converter was removed from transaxle
be sure to align pump inner gear pilot flats with
torque converter impeller hub flats.
(3) Adjust gearshift and throttle cables.
(4) Refill transaxle with Mopar ATF PLUS 3
(Automatic Transmission Fluid) Type 7176.
Fig. 5 Engine Support Fixture
Fig. 6 Transaxle Jack
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)