torque CHRYSLER VOYAGER 2005 Service Manual

WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
BAGS, REFER TO ELECTRICAL, RESTRAINTS
BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL,
STEERING COLUMN, OR INSTRUMENT PANELCOMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. FAILURE
TO TAKE THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD
RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT
AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
TELECOMMUNICATION SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS
CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTION
Phone Not
Available1. Bluetooth phone not
paired to the system.1. Ensure that phone(s) are paired to the system.
2. Bluetooth phone not
present or turned OFF.2. Make sure paired phone is present, turned ON and that the
Bluetooth option is enabled on the phone.
3. Bluetooth phone has
low battery.3. At low battery levels, some phones will turn off Bluetooth
functionality. Ensure cellular phone is charged to an adequate
level.
Phone Pairing
Failed1. Phone does not
support Hands Free
Profile1. The Telecommunication system requires the cellular phone to
be BluetoothŸ enabled, as well as supporting the Hands Free
Profile. The customer will have to upgrade their phone to one
supporting Hands Free Profile. A list of suggested phones is
available at: http://www.chrysler.com/uconnect.
2. Phone not Bluetooth
enabled.2. The Telecommunication system requires the cellular phone to
be BluetoothŸ enabled. A list of suggested phones is available
at: http://www.chrysler.com/uconnect.
3. PIN entered on the
phone is not the same
as PIN spoken to the
system.3. The PIN spoken to the system must be the same PIN entered
into the phone.
4. Phone has reached
maximum number of
allowed devices paired.4. Remove one of the previously paired devices from it's list.
Poor Voice
Recognition1. Microphone failure 1. Using a scan tool, check for microphone fault codes.
2. Customer not waiting
for the beep before
speaking.2. Ensure customer is waiting for the system9beep9prior to
beginning the speech to be recognized.
3. Customer not
speaking in a smooth
normal manner.3. Verify that the customer is attempting to use the system with a
smooth consistent voice. The system is designed to accept
normal speech spoken at a normal tone, some people tend to
speak to a computer loud and slow, which results in reduced
performance.
4. Rear view mirror not
properly attached to
mounting.4. Mirror must be firmly mounted to the mounting location. Ensure
that mirror is tightened to the specified torque.
5. High levels of noise in
vehicle compartment5. System performance is increased when noise conditions in the
vehicle are lowered. Ideal conditions include windows closed.
6. Object interfering with
microphone input6. Verify that there is no object, hanging from the mirror, that
could be obstructing the microphone.
7. User not saying9send9
after a pager dialing
request7. User must say9send9at the end of a Pager Dialing request.
8T - 2 NAVIGATION/TELECOMMUNICATIONRS
NAVIGATION/TELECOMMUNICATION (Continued)

CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTION
8. Other passengers
talking while customer is
attempting to use the
system8. Although designed for primary use by the driver, the
microphone will pick up passengers in any seat of the vehicle.
System performance is increased in low noise environments.
Phonebook
names not
recognized
consistently1. Phonebook names
recorded in high noise
conditions1. For increased system performance, it is recommended that the
phone book entries are recorded in a low noise environment. That
is, vehicle in park, with windows up.
2. Phonebook name(s)
short2. For increased performance it is recommended that the user
use both first and last name as a phonebook entry. Example9
Daniel James9as opposed to9Dan9.
3. Phonebook names
recorded by another user3. It is recommended that each user of the system record their
own phonebook entries. This will increase the recognition
performance.
4. Similar names in
phonebook4. For increased system performance it is recommended that the
user do not enter similar sounding names in the phonebook.
5. Object interfering with
microphone input5. Object interfering with microphone input.
Poor Phone
audio quality.1. Microphone failure 1. Use a scan tool, and check for Microphone faults.
2. Rear view mirror not
properly fixed to
mounting button2. Mirror must be firmly mounted to the mounting location. Tighten
mirror to the specified torque.
3. System being used in
high noise conditions3. System performance is increased when noise conditions in the
vehicle are lowered. Ideal conditions include windows closed.
No Phone Audio 1. Phone setting cause
phone audio to be routed
to handset.1. Route audio to9Hands free9device.
HANDS FREE MODULE
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
(2) Remove the instrument panel lower console
(Refer to 23 - BODY/INSTRUMENT PANEL/STOR-
AGE BIN - REMOVAL).
(3) Remove the mounting fasteners (Fig. 1).
(4) Disconnect the electrical harness connector and
remove module.
INSTALLATION
(1) Connect electrical harness connector and posi-
tion module.
(2) Install mounting fasteners.
(3) Install instrument panel lower console (Refer to
23 - BODY/INSTRUMENT PANEL/STORAGE BIN -
INSTALLATION).(4) Connect battery negative cable.
Fig. 1 HANDS FREE MODULE
RSNAVIGATION/TELECOMMUNICATION8T-3
NAVIGATION/TELECOMMUNICATION (Continued)

ENGINE CONTROL MODULE C1 (DIESEL) - BLACK 81 WAY
CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
33 - -
34 K4 20BK/LB SENSOR GROUND
35 F852 20VT/PK ACCELERATOR PEDAL POSITION SENSOR 5 VOLT
SUPPLY
36 C18 20LB/BR A/C PRESSURE SENSOR SIGNAL
37 - -
38 V37 20VT/TN SPEED CONTROL SWITCH SIGNAL
39 - -
40 K2 20TN/BK ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR SIGNAL
41 K21 20DB/LG INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE SENSOR SIGNAL
42 Z122 18WT GROUND (DRAIN)
43 K24 20BR/LB CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR SIGNAL NO. 2
44 - -
45 - -
46 - -
47 L50 20WT/TN PRIMARY BRAKE SWITCH SIGNAL
48 B29 20DG/WT SECONDARY BRAKE SWITCH SIGNAL
49 T751 20YL FUSED IGNITION SWITCH OUTPUT (START)
50 F855 20PK/YL SENSOR REFERENCE VOLTAGE A
51 - -
52 K121 20DB BOOST PRESSURE SENSOR GROUND
53 - -
54 K957 20BK/OR MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR GROUND
55 N7 20DB/OR VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR SIGNAL
56 C918 20BK/LB A/C PRESSURE SENSOR GROUND
57 T10 20DG/LG (EATX) TORQUE MANAGEMENT REQUEST SENSE
58 - -
59 - -
60 K9 20LB FUEL PRESSURE SENSOR 5 VOLT SUPPLY
61 K51 20BR/WT ECM/PCM RELAY CONTROL
62 - -
63 D21 20WT/DG SCI TRANSMIT (ECM)
64 K151 20WT LOW IDLE POSITION SWITCH SENSE
65 - -
66 K936 20BR/YL ENGINE OIL PRESSURE SENSOR GROUND
67 - -
68 - -
69 C13 20LB/OR A/C COMPRESSOR CLUTCH RELAY CONTROL
70 N210 20DB/DG LOW SPEED RADIATOR FAN RELAY CONTROL
71 - -
72 N21 20DB/TN LIFT PUMP RELAY CONTROL
73 - -
74 T752 20DG/OR STARTER MOTOR RELAY CONTROL
75 - -
76 - -
77 K152 20DB/WT GLOW PLUG RELAY CONTROL
78 N122 20DB/YL HIGH SPEED RADIATOR FAN DUAL RELAY CONTROL
79 - -
80 K87 20BR FUEL PRESSURE SOLENOID CONTROL
81 K87 20BR FUEL PRESSURE SOLENOID CONTROL
RS8W-80 CONNECTOR PIN-OUTS8W-80-67

THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR (GAS) - GRAY 3 WAY
CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
1 K900 18DB/DG SENSOR GROUND
2 K22 18BR/OR TP SIGNAL
3 F855 20PK/YL 5 VOLT SUPPLY
TRACTION CONTROL SWITCH - BLACK 2 WAY
CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
1 B27 20DG/WT TRACTION CONTROL SWITCH SENSE
2 Z427 20BK/WT GROUND
TRAILER TOW CONNECTOR (EXCEPT EXPORT)-4WAY
CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
1 L62 18LG RIGHT REAR TURN SIGNAL DRIVER
2 Z362 18WT GROUND
3 L77 18BR FUSED PARK LAMP RELAY OUTPUT (LEFT)
4 L63 18YL LEFT REAR TURN SIGNAL DRIVER
TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE (DIESEL) - BLACK
CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
1 T1 18DG/LB TRS T1 SENSE
2- -
3 T3 18DG/DB TRS T3 SENSE
4- -
5- -
6 K24 20BR/LB CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR SIGNAL NO.2
7 D15 20DG/YL SCI TRANSMIT (TCM)
8 T751 20YL FUSED IGNITION SWITCH OUTPUT (START)
9 T9 18DG/TN OVERDRIVE PRESSURE SWITCH SENSE
10 T10 20DG/LG TORQUE MANAGEMENT REQUEST SENSE
11 F1 18PK/WT FCM OUTPUT (UNLOCK-RUN-START)
12 K23 20BR/OR ACCELERATOR PEDAL POSITION SENSOR SIGNAL
NO.2
13 T13 18DG/VT SPEED SENSOR GROUND
14 T14 18DG/BR OUTPUT SPEED SENSOR SIGNAL
15 T15 18YL/BR TRANSMISSION CONTROL RELAY CONTROL
16 T16 18YL/OR TRANSMISSION CONTROL RELAY OUTPUT
17 T16 18YL/OR TRANSMISSION CONTROL RELAY OUTPUT
18 - -
19 T19 18YL/DB 2-4 SOLENOID CONTROL
20 T20 18DG/WT L/R SOLENOID CONTROL
21 - -
22 - -
RS8W-80 CONNECTOR PIN-OUTS8W - 80 - 141

SPLICES
SPLICE NUMBER LOCATION FIG.
S101 (Gas) Near T/O for Radiator Fan No.1 1
S103 (Diesel) Between T/O for Battery Temperature Sensor and T/O
for C10215
S106 (2.5L) Near T/O for Battery Temperature Sensor 15
S106 (3.3L/3.8L) Near T/O for G103 18
S107 (Gas) Near T/O for Integrated Power Module C3 11
S107 (Diesel) In T/O for Integrated Power Module C3 7
S111 (2.4L) Near T/O for C101 11
S111 (Diesel) In T/O for Battery (-) N/S
S111 (3.3L/3.8L) Near T/O for Battery Temperature Sensor N/S
S112 (Gas) Near T/O for Integrated Power Module - C3 19, 5, 11
S113 (2.4L) Near T/O for Park/Neutral Position Switch 11
S114 (2.4L) Near T/O for Powertrain Control Module C4 11
S114 (3.3L/3.8L) In T/O to Transmission Control Module N/S
S115 (2.4L) Near T/O for Powertrain Control Module C4 11
S115 (3.3L/3.8L) In T/O to Transmission Control Module N/S
S116 (2.4L) 180mm from T/O for Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid 11, 13
S116 (Diesel) Near T/O for Mass Air Flow Sensor 16
S116 (3.3L/3.8L) Near T/O for G103 18
S118 (2.4L) Near T/O for Knock Sensor 11, 13
S119 (Diesel) Near T/O for Engine Starter Motor 15
S121 (3.3L/3.8L) Near T/O for Output Speed Sensor 18
S122 (2.4L) In T/O to Engine Starter Motor 13
S122 (3.3L/3.8L) In T/O to Engine Starter Motor 18
S124 (2.4L) Near T/O for Fuel Injector No.2 N/S
S124 (3.3L/3.8L) Near T/O for Fuel Injector No.5 and No.6 N/S
S125 (2.4L) In T/O for Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor N/S
S126 In Right Headlamp Leveling Assembly N/S
S127 (Diesel) In T/O for Engine Starter Motor N/S
S128 (Diesel) Near T/O for Engine Starter Motor N/S
S129 (Diesel) Near T/O for Battery (+) N/S
S130 (Diesel) Near T/O for Battery (+) N/S
S131 (2.4L) Near T/O for Transmission Control Module 11
S131 (3.3L/3.8L) Near T/O for C110 N/S
S132 (Diesel) Near T/O for Battery (+) N/S
S134 (Diesel) IN T/O for Engine Control Module N/S
S135 (Diesel) Near T/O for Glow Plug No.2 N/S
S136 (Diesel) In T/O for Radiator Fan Relays 2
S137 (Diesel) Above Starter 15
S138 (Diesel) Between T/O for Radiator Fan No.2 and T/O for G102 N/S
RS8W-91 CONNECTOR/GROUND/SPLICE LOCATION8W-91-13
CONNECTOR/GROUND/SPLICE LOCATION (Continued)

ENGINE
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
ENGINE 2.4L.............................. 1ENGINE 3.3/3.8L......................... 76
ENGINE 2.4L
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
ENGINE 2.4L
DESCRIPTION..........................3
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - ENGINE
DIAGNOSIS - INTRODUCTION............3
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - ENGINE
DIAGNOSIS - PERFORMANCE............4
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - ENGINE
DIAGNOSIS - MECHANICAL..............6
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - ENGINE OIL
LEAK INSPECTION.....................8
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - CYLINDER
COMPRESSION PRESSURE TEST.........9
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - CYLINDER
COMBUSTION PRESSURE LEAKAGE
TEST................................9
STANDARD PROCEDURE
STANDARD PROCEDURE - ENGINE CORE
AND OIL GALLERY PLUGS..............10
STANDARD PROCEDURE - REPAIR OF
DAMAGED OR WORN THREADS.........10
HYDROSTATIC LOCKED ENGINE.........10
FORM-IN-PLACE GASKETS AND SEALERS . 11
STANDARD PROCEDURE - ENGINE
GASKET SURFACE PREPARATION........11
STANDARD PROCEDURE - MEASURING
BEARING CLEARANCE USING
PLASTIGAGE........................12
REMOVAL - ENGINE ASSEMBLY...........12
INSTALLATION - ENGINE ASSEMBLY........14
SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS - 2.4L ENGINE.........16
SPECIFICATIONS - TORQUE............20
SPECIAL TOOLS
2.4L ENGINE.........................21
AIR CLEANER ELEMENT
REMOVAL.............................24INSTALLATION.........................24
AIR CLEANER HOUSING
REMOVAL.............................25
INSTALLATION.........................25
CYLINDER HEAD
DESCRIPTION.........................25
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTINGÐCYLINDER HEAD
GASKET............................25
REMOVAL - CYLINDER HEAD.............26
CLEANING............................26
INSPECTION..........................27
INSTALLATION - CYLINDER HEAD..........27
CAMSHAFT OIL SEAL(S)
REMOVAL.............................28
INSTALLATION.........................29
CAMSHAFT(S)
DESCRIPTION.........................29
OPERATION...........................29
STANDARD PROCEDURE - MEASURING
CAMSHAFT END PLAY.................29
REMOVAL.............................30
CLEANING............................30
INSPECTION..........................30
INSTALLATION.........................31
CYLINDER HEAD COVER
REMOVAL.............................31
CLEANING............................31
INSPECTION..........................31
INSTALLATION.........................32
INTAKE/EXHAUST VALVES & SEATS
DESCRIPTION.........................33
CLEANING............................33
VALVE SPRINGS & SEALS
REMOVAL
REMOVAL - CYLINDER HEAD ON.........33
REMOVAL - CYLINDER HEAD OFF........33
INSPECTION..........................33
RSENGINE9-1

CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTION
MAIN BEARING NOISE 1. Insufficient oil supply. 1. Check engine oil level.
2. Low oil pressure. 2. Check engine oil level. Inspect oil
pump relief valve and spring.
3. Thin or diluted oil. 3. Change oil to correct viscosity.
4. Thick oil 4. (a) Change engine oil and filter.
(b) Run engine to operating
temperature.
(c) Change engine oil and filter
again.
5. Excessive bearing clearance. 5. Measure bearings for correct
clearance. Repair as necessary.
6. Excessive end play. 6. Check thrust bearing for wear on
flanges.
7. Crankshaft journal out-of-round
or worn.7. Replace crankshaft or grind
journals.
8. Loose flywheel or torque
converter.8. Tighten to correct torque.
OIL PRESSURE DROP 1. Low oil level. 1. Check engine oil level.
2. Faulty oil pressure sensor/switch. 2. Replace oil pressure sensor/
switch.
3. Low oil pressure. 3. Check oil pressure sensor/switch
and main bearing oil clearance.
4. Clogged oil filter. 4. Install new oil filter.
5. Worn parts in oil pump. 5. Replace worn parts or pump.
6. Thin or diluted oil. 6. Change oil to correct viscosity.
7. Oil pump relief valve stuck. 7. Remove valve and inspect, clean,
or replace.
8. Oil pump suction tube loose. 8. Remove oil pan and install new
tube or clean, if necessary.
9. Oil pump cover warped or
cracked.9. Install new oil pump.
10. Excessive bearing clearance. 10. Measure bearings for correct
clearance.
OIL LEAKS 1. Misaligned or deteriorated
gaskets.1. Replace gasket(s).
2. Loose fastener, broken or porous
metal part.2. Tighten, repair or replace the
part.
3. Misaligned or deteriorated cup or
threaded plug.3. Replace as necessary.
RSENGINE 2.4L9-7
ENGINE 2.4L (Continued)

(3) Remove torque converter or clutch housing
cover and inspect rear of block for evidence of oil.
Use a black light to check for the oil leak. If a leak is
present in this area, remove transmission for further
inspection.
(a) Circular spray pattern generally indicates
seal leakage or crankshaft damage.
(b) Where leakage tends to run straight down,
possible causes are a porous block, oil gallery cup
plug, bedplate to cylinder block mating surfaces
and seal bore. See proper repair procedures for
these items.
(4) If no leaks are detected, pressurize the crank-
case as previously described.
CAUTION: Do not exceed 20.6 kPa (3 psi).
(5) If the leak is not detected, very slowly turn the
crankshaft and watch for leakage. If a leak is
detected between the crankshaft and seal while
slowly turning the crankshaft, it is possible the
crankshaft seal surface is damaged. The seal area on
the crankshaft could have minor nicks or scratches
that can be polished out with emery cloth.
CAUTION: Use extreme caution when crankshaft
polishing is necessary to remove minor nicks and
scratches. The crankshaft seal flange is especially
machined to complement the function of the rear oil
seal.
(6) For bubbles that remain steady with shaft
rotation, no further inspection can be done until dis-
assembled.
(7) After the oil leak root cause and appropriate
corrective action have been identified, replace compo-
nent(s) as necessary.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - CYLINDER
COMPRESSION PRESSURE TEST
The results of a cylinder compression pressure test
can be utilized to diagnose several engine malfunc-
tions.
Ensure the battery is completely charged and the
engine starter motor is in good operating condition.
Otherwise the indicated compression pressures may
not be valid for diagnosis purposes.
(1) Check engine oil level and add oil if necessary.
(2) Drive the vehicle until engine reaches normal
operating temperature. Select a route free from traf-
fic and other forms of congestion, observe all traffic
laws, and accelerate through the gears several times
briskly.
(3) Remove all spark plugs from engine. As spark
plugs are being removed, check electrodes for abnor-
mal firing indicators fouled, hot, oily, etc. Record cyl-
inder number of spark plug for future reference.(4) Remove the Auto Shutdown (ASD) relay from
the PDC.
(5) Be sure throttle blade is fully open during the
compression check.
(6) Insert compression gauge adaptor Special Tool
8116 or the equivalent, into the #1 spark plug hole in
cylinder head. Connect the 0±500 psi (Blue) pressure
transducer (Special Tool CH7059) with cable adap-
tors to the DRBIIIt. For Special Tool identification,
(Refer to 9 - ENGINE - SPECIAL TOOLS).
(7) Crank engine until maximum pressure is
reached on gauge. Record this pressure as #1 cylin-
der pressure.
(8) Repeat the previous step for all remaining cyl-
inders.
(9) Compression should not be less than 689 kPa
(100 psi) and not vary more than 25 percent from cyl-
inder to cylinder.
(10) If one or more cylinders have abnormally low
compression pressures, repeat the compression test.
(11) If the same cylinder or cylinders repeat an
abnormally low reading on the second compression
test, it could indicate the existence of a problem in
the cylinder in question.The recommended com-
pression pressures are to be used only as a
guide to diagnosing engine problems. An engine
should not be disassembled to determine the
cause of low compression unless some malfunc-
tion is present.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - CYLINDER
COMBUSTION PRESSURE LEAKAGE TEST
The combustion pressure leakage test provides an
accurate means for determining engine condition.
Combustion pressure leakage testing will detect:
²Exhaust and intake valve leaks (improper seat-
ing).
²Leaks between adjacent cylinders or into water
jacket.
²Any causes for combustion/compression pressure
loss.
WARNING: DO NOT REMOVE THE PRESSURE CAP
WITH THE SYSTEM HOT AND UNDER PRESSURE
BECAUSE SERIOUS BURNS FROM COOLANT CAN
OCCUR.
Check the coolant level and fill as required. DO
NOT install the pressure cap.
Start and operate the engine until it attains nor-
mal operating temperature, then turn the engine
OFF.
Clean spark plug recesses with compressed air.
Remove the spark plugs.
Remove the oil filler cap.
Remove the air cleaner.
RSENGINE 2.4L9-9
ENGINE 2.4L (Continued)

(11) Fill engine with specified amount of approved
oil.
(12) Connect negative battery cable.
(13) Start engine and check for any leaks.
FORM-IN-PLACE GASKETS AND SEALERS
There are numerous places where form-in-place
gaskets are used on the engine. Care must be taken
when applying form-in-place gaskets to assure
obtaining the desired results.Do not use form-in-
place gasket material unless specified.Bead size,
continuity, and location are of great importance. Too
thin a bead can result in leakage while too much can
result in spill-over which can break off and obstruct
fluid feed lines. A continuous bead of the proper
width is essential to obtain a leak-free gasket.
There are numerous types of form-in-place gasket
materials that are used in the engine area. Mopart
Engine RTV GEN II, MopartATF-RTV, and Mopart
Gasket Maker gasket materials, each have different
properties and can not be used in place of the other.
MOPARtENGINE RTV GEN IIis used to seal
components exposed to engine oil. This material is a
specially designed black silicone rubber RTV that
retains adhesion and sealing properties when
exposed to engine oil. Moisture in the air causes the
material to cure. This material is available in three
ounce tubes and has a shelf life of one year. After one
year this material will not properly cure. Always
inspect the package for the expiration date before
use.
MOPARtATF RTVis a specifically designed
black silicone rubber RTV that retains adhesion and
sealing properties to seal components exposed to
automatic transmission fluid, engine coolants, and
moisture. This material is available in three ounce
tubes and has a shelf life of one year. After one year
this material will not properly cure. Always inspect
the package for the expiration date before use.
MOPARtGASKET MAKERis an anaerobic type
gasket material. The material cures in the absence of
air when squeezed between two metallic surfaces. It
will not cure if left in the uncovered tube. The
anaerobic material is for use between two machined
surfaces. Do not use on flexible metal flanges.
MOPARtBED PLATE SEALANTis a unique
(green-in-color) anaerobic type gasket material that
is specially made to seal the area between the bed
plate and cylinder block without disturbing the bear-
ing clearance or alignment of these components. The
material cures slowly in the absence of air when
torqued between two metallic surfaces, and will rap-
idly cure when heat is applied.
MOPARtGASKET SEALANTis a slow drying,
permanently soft sealer. This material is recom-
mended for sealing threaded fittings and gasketsagainst leakage of oil and coolant. Can be used on
threaded and machined parts under all tempera-
tures. This material is used on engines with multi-
layer steel (MLS) cylinder head gaskets. This
material also will prevent corrosion. MopartGasket
Sealant is available in a 13 oz. aerosol can or 4oz./16
oz. can w/applicator.
SEALER APPLICATION
MopartGasket Maker material should be applied
sparingly 1 mm (0.040 in.) diameter or less of sealant
to one gasket surface. Be certain the material sur-
rounds each mounting hole. Excess material can eas-
ily be wiped off. Components should be torqued in
place within 15 minutes. The use of a locating dowel
is recommended during assembly to prevent smear-
ing material off the location.
MopartEngine RTV GEN II or ATF RTV gasket
material should be applied in a continuous bead
approximately 3 mm (0.120 in.) in diameter. All
mounting holes must be circled. For corner sealing, a
3.17 or 6.35 mm (1/8 or 1/4 in.) drop is placed in the
center of the gasket contact area. Uncured sealant
may be removed with a shop towel. Components
should be torqued in place while the sealant is still
wet to the touch (within 10 minutes). The usage of a
locating dowel is recommended during assembly to
prevent smearing material off the location.
MopartGasket Sealant in an aerosol can should be
applied using a thin, even coat sprayed completely
over both surfaces to be joined, and both sides of a
gasket. Then proceed with assembly. Material in a
can w/applicator can be brushed on evenly over the
sealing surfaces. Material in an aerosol can should be
used on engines with multi-layer steel gaskets.
STANDARD PROCEDURE - ENGINE GASKET
SURFACE PREPARATION
To ensure engine gasket sealing, proper surface
preparation must be performed, especially with the
use of aluminum engine components and multi-layer
steel cylinder head gaskets.
Neveruse the following to clean gasket surfaces:
²Metal scraper
²Abrasive pad or paper to clean cylinder block
and head
²High speed power tool with an abrasive pad or a
wire brush (Fig. 3)
NOTE: Multi-Layer Steel (MLS) head gaskets require
a scratch free sealing surface.
Only use the following for cleaning gasket surfaces:
²Solvent or a commercially available gasket
remover
²Plastic or wood scraper (Fig. 3)
RSENGINE 2.4L9-11
ENGINE 2.4L (Continued)

²Drill motor with 3M RolocŸ Bristle Disc (white
or yellow) (Fig. 3)
CAUTION: Excessive pressure or high RPM (beyond
the recommended speed), can damage the sealing
surfaces. The mild (white, 120 grit) bristle disc is
recommended. If necessary, the medium (yellow, 80
grit) bristle disc may be used on cast iron surfaces
with care.
STANDARD PROCEDURE - MEASURING
BEARING CLEARANCE USING PLASTIGAGE
Engine crankshaft bearing clearances can be deter-
mined by use of Plastigage or equivalent. The follow-
ing is the recommended procedure for the use of
Plastigage:
(1) Remove oil film from surface to be checked.
Plastigage is soluble in oil.
(2) Place a piece of Plastigage across the entire
width of the bearing shell in the cap approximately
6.35 mm (1/4 in.) off center and away from the oil
holes (Fig. 4). (In addition, suspected areas can be
checked by placing the Plastigage in the suspected
area). Torque the bearing cap/bed plate bolts of the
bearing being checked to the proper specifications.
(3) Remove the bearing cap and compare the
width of the flattened Plastigage with the metric
scale provided on the package. Locate the band clos-
est to the same width. This band shows the amount
of clearance in thousandths of a millimeter. Differ-
ences in readings between the ends indicate the
amount of taper present. Record all readings taken.
Compare the clearance measurements to specsifica-
tions found in the engine specifications table(Refer to9 - ENGINE - SPECIFICATIONS).Plastigage gen-
erally is accompanied by two scales. One scale
is in inches, the other is a metric scale.
NOTE: Plastigage is available in a variety of clear-
ance ranges. Use the most appropriate range for
the specifications you are checking.
(4) Install the proper crankshaft bearings to
achieve the specified bearing clearances.
REMOVAL - ENGINE ASSEMBLY
(1) Perform fuel pressure release procedure (Refer
to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL DELIVERY - STAN-
DARD PROCEDURE)
(2) Disconnect battery negative cable.
(3) Remove air cleaner housing and inlet tube.
(4) Disconnect the fuel line from fuel rail. (Refer to
14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL DELIVERY/FUEL LINES
- STANDARD PROCEDURE)
(5) Disconnect all vacuum hoses.
(6) Drain cooling system. (Refer to 7 - COOLING -
STANDARD PROCEDURE)
(7) Remove radiator fans. (Refer to 7 - COOLING/
ENGINE/RADIATOR FAN - REMOVAL)
(8) Remove radiator upper and lower hoses.
NOTE: When the transaxle cooler lines are removed
from the rolled-groove type fittings at the transaxle,
damage to the inner wall of the hose will occur. To
prevent prevent potential leakage, the cooler hoses
must be cut off flush at the transaxle fitting, and a
service cooler hose splice kit must be installed
upon reassembly.
Fig. 3 Proper Tool Usage For Surface Preparation
1 - ABRASIVE PAD
2 - 3M ROLOCŸ BRISTLE DISC
3 - PLASTIC/WOOD SCRAPER
Fig. 4 Plastigage Placed in Lower ShellÐTypical
1 - PLASTIGAGE
9 - 12 ENGINE 2.4LRS
ENGINE 2.4L (Continued)