Battery starter DODGE RAM 1500 1998 2.G Owner's Manual

REMOVAL
The starter relay is located in the Power Distribu-
tion Center (PDC) (Fig. 15). Refer to label on PDC
cover for relay location.
(1) Disconnect and isolate negative battery cable.
(2) Remove cover from Power Distribution Center
(PDC) for relay identification and location.
(3) Remove starter relay from PDC.
(4) Check condition of relay terminals and PDC
connector terminals for damage or corrosion. Repair
if necessary before installing relay.
(5) Check for pin height (pin height should be the
same for all terminals within the PDC connector).
Repair if necessary before installing relay.
INSTALLATION
(1) Push down firmly on starter relay until termi-
nals are fully seated into PDC receptacle.
(2) Install PDC cover.
(3) Connect battery cable.
Fig. 15 PDC LOCATION
1 - BATTERY
2 - INTEGRATED POWER MODULE (IPM)
DRSTARTING 8F - 37
STARTER MOTOR RELAY (Continued)

The wiper high/low relay can be diagnosed using
conventional diagnostic tools and methods. However,
conventional diagnostic methods may not prove con-
clusive in the diagnosis of the instrument cluster, the
Front Control Module (FCM), or the electronic mes-
sage inputs to or outputs from the instrument cluster
and the FCM that control the operation of the wiper
high/low relay. The most reliable, efficient, and accu-
rate means to diagnose the wiper high/low relay, the
instrument cluster, the FCM, or the electronic mes-
sage inputs and outputs related to the wiper high/low
relay operation requires the use of a DRBIIItscan
tool. Refer to the appropriate diagnostic information.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - WIPER HIGH/LOW
RELAY
The wiper high/low relay (Fig. 23) is located in the
Integrated Power Module (IPM) in the engine com-
partment near the battery. Refer to the appropriate
wiring information. The wiring information includes
wiring diagrams, proper wire and connector repair
procedures, details of wire harness routing and
retention, connector pin-out information and location
views for the various wire harness connectors, splices
and grounds.
(1) Remove the wiper high/low relay from the IPM.
(Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/WIPERS/WASHERS/
WIPER HIGH/LOW RELAY - REMOVAL).
(2) A relay in the de-energized position should
have continuity between terminals 87A and 30, and
no continuity between terminals 87 and 30. If OK, go
to Step 3. If not OK, replace the faulty relay.
(3) Resistance between terminals 85 and 86 (elec-
tromagnet) should be 75   8 ohms. If OK, go to Step
4. If not OK, replace the faulty relay.(4) Connect a battery to terminals 85 and 86.
There should now be continuity between terminals
30 and 87, and no continuity between terminals 87A
and 30. If OK, reinstall the relay and use a DRBIIIt
scan tool to perform further testing. Refer to the
appropriate diagnostic information.
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
(2) Remove the cover from the Integrated Power
Module (IPM) (Fig. 24).
(3) Remove the wiper high/low relay by grasping it
firmly and pulling it straight out from the receptacle
in the IPM.
Fig. 23 ISO Micro Relay
30 - COMMON FEED
85 - COIL GROUND
86 - COIL BATTERY
87 - NORMALLY OPEN
87A - NORMALLY CLOSED
Fig. 24 Integrated Power Module
1 - 15 - CARTRIDGE FUSE
16 - 53 - BLADE FUSE
54 - HEATED MIRROR RELAY
55 - WIPER ON/OFF RELAY
56 - A/C CONDENSER FAN RELAY
57 - ENGINE CONTROL RELAY
58 - FUEL PUMP RELAY
59 - TRANSMISSION RELAY
60 - WIPER HIGH/LOW RELAY
61 - SPARE
62 - FOG LAMP RELAY
63 - ADJUSTABLE PEDAL RELAY
64 - A/C CLUTCH RELAY
65 - SPARE
66 - O2 RELAY
67 - SPARE
68 - SPARE
69 - SPARE
70 - SPARE
71 - SPARE
72 - STARTER RELAY
73 - PARK LAMP RELAY
DRWIPERS/WASHERS 8R - 21
WIPER HIGH/LOW RELAY (Continued)

(1) Remove the wiper on/off relay from the IPM.
(Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/WIPERS/WASHERS/
WIPER ON/OFF RELAY - REMOVAL).
(2) A relay in the de-energized position should
have continuity between terminals 87A and 30, and
no continuity between terminals 87 and 30. If OK, go
to Step 3. If not OK, replace the faulty relay.
(3) Resistance between terminals 85 and 86 (elec-
tromagnet) should be 75   8 ohms. If OK, go to Step
4. If not OK, replace the faulty relay.
(4) Connect a battery to terminals 85 and 86.
There should now be continuity between terminals
30 and 87, and no continuity between terminals 87A
and 30. If OK, reinstall the relay and use a DRBIIIt
scan tool to perform further testing. Refer to the
appropriate diagnostic information.
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
(2) Remove the cover from the Integrated Power
Module (IPM) (Fig. 29).
(3) Remove the wiper on/off relay by grasping it
firmly and pulling it straight out from the receptacle
in the IPM.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position the wiper on/off relay to the proper
receptacle in the Integrated Power Module (IPM)
(Fig. 29).
(2) Align the wiper on/off relay terminals with the
terminal cavities in the IPM receptacle.
(3) Push firmly and evenly on the top of the wiper
on/off relay until the terminals are fully seated in the
terminal cavities in the IPM receptacle.
(4) Reinstall the cover onto the IPM.
(5) Reconnect the battery negative cable.
Fig. 29 Integrated Power Module
1 - 15 - CARTRIDGE FUSE
16 - 53 - BLADE FUSE
54 - HEATED MIRROR RELAY
55 - WIPER ON/OFF RELAY
56 - A/C CONDENSER FAN RELAY
57 - ENGINE CONTROL RELAY
58 - FUEL PUMP RELAY
59 - TRANSMISSION RELAY
60 - WIPER HIGH/LOW RELAY
61 - SPARE
62 - FOG LAMP RELAY
63 - ADJUSTABLE PEDAL RELAY
64 - A/C CLUTCH RELAY
65 - SPARE
66 - O2 RELAY
67 - SPARE
68 - SPARE
69 - SPARE
70 - SPARE
71 - SPARE
72 - STARTER RELAY
73 - PARK LAMP RELAY
8R - 26 WIPERS/WASHERSDR
WIPER ON/OFF RELAY (Continued)

8W-10 POWER DISTRIBUTION
Component Page
A/C Compressor Clutch....................8W-10-17, 40
A/C Compressor Clutch Relay.................8W-10-17, 40
A/C-Heater Control....................8W-10-42, 43, 49
Adjustable Pedal Relay....................8W-10-15, 32
Adjustable Pedal Switch..................8W-10-15, 32, 42
Airbag Control Module.....................8W-10-42, 44
Airbag-Passenger On/Off Switch.................8W-10-42
Ambient Temperature Sensor.................8W-10-48, 50
Amplifier Audio..........................8W-10-31
Ashtray Lamp...........................8W-10-35
Auto Shut Down Relay....................8W-10-12, 19
Automatic Day/Night Mirror.................8W-10-41, 48
Auxiliary Battery.........................8W-10-12
Backup Lamp Switch.....................8W-10-44, 49
Battery.............................8W-10-12, 19
Blower Motor............................8W-10-52
Brake Lamp Switch....................8W-10-14, 30, 40
Capacitor..............................8W-10-22
Cigar Lighter Outlet........................8W-10-46
Circuit Breaker...........................8W-10-52
Clearance Lamp No. 1.......................8W-10-35
Clearance Lamp No. 2.......................8W-10-35
Clearance Lamp No. 3.......................8W-10-35
Clearance Lamp No. 4.......................8W-10-35
Clearance Lamp No. 5.......................8W-10-35
Clutch Interlock Brake Switch..................8W-10-37
Coil On Plug No. 1.......................8W-10-20, 23
Coil On Plug No. 2.......................8W-10-21, 22
Coil On Plug No. 3.......................8W-10-20, 23
Coil On Plug No. 4.......................8W-10-21, 22
Coil On Plug No. 5.......................8W-10-20, 23
Coil On Plug No. 6.......................8W-10-21, 22
Coil On Plug No. 7.......................8W-10-20, 23
Coil On Plug No. 8.......................8W-10-21, 22
Compass/Mini-Trip Computer...............8W-10-31, 39, 41
Condenser Fan.........................8W-10-18, 45
Condenser Fan Relay.....................8W-10-18, 45
Controller Antilock Brake.................8W-10-14, 28, 44
Data Link Connector......................8W-10-30, 50
Door Lock Switch-Passenger....................8W-10-41
Driver Door Module....................8W-10-15, 32, 52
Electric Backlight.........................8W-10-49
Electric Brake Provision....................8W-10-12, 19
Engine Control Module................8W-10-12, 26, 38, 40
Fender Lamp-Front Left......................8W-10-35
Fender Lamp-Front Right.....................8W-10-35
Fender Lamp-Rear Left......................8W-10-35
Fender Lamp-Rear Right.....................8W-10-35
Fog Lamp Relay........................8W-10-16, 36
Fog Lamp-Left...........................8W-10-36
Fog Lamp-Right..........................8W-10-36
Front Control Module . 8W-10-13, 26, 29, 30, 32, 33, 34, 36, 47, 48, 50, 51
Fuel Heater............................8W-10-53
Fuel Heater Relay.....................8W-10-18, 40, 53
Fuel Injector No. 1.......................8W-10-23, 24
Fuel Injector No. 2.......................8W-10-21, 22
Fuel Injector No. 3.......................8W-10-23, 24
Fuel Injector No. 4.......................8W-10-21, 22
Fuel Injector No. 5.......................8W-10-23, 24
Fuel Injector No. 6.......................8W-10-21, 22
Fuel Injector No. 7.......................8W-10-23, 24
Fuel Injector No. 8.......................8W-10-21, 22
Fuel Pump Module.......................8W-10-17, 39
Fuel Pump Relay......................8W-10-17, 39, 40
Fuse 1.............................8W-10-12, 19
Fuse 2...........................8W-10-12, 13, 19
Fuse 3.............................8W-10-13, 25
Fuse 4.............................8W-10-13, 25
Fuse 5.......................8W-10-12, 13, 14, 26, 27
Fuse 6...........................8W-10-13, 14, 28
Fuse 7.............................8W-10-14, 28
Fuse 8.............................8W-10-15, 29
Fuse 9.............................8W-10-13, 25
Fuse 10.............................8W-10-13, 25
Fuse 11...........................8W-10-13, 14, 30
Fuse 12...........................8W-10-18, 45, 53
Fuse 13.............................8W-10-13, 30
Fuse 14.............................8W-10-15, 37
Fuse 15...........................8W-10-16, 17, 34
Fuse 16.............................8W-10-17, 40
Fuse 17...........................8W-10-17, 18, 39
Fuse 18.............................8W-10-14, 30
Fuse 19.............................8W-10-14, 31
Fuse 20.............................8W-10-13, 25
Fuse 21.............................8W-10-14, 31
Fuse 22.............................8W-10-14, 31
Fuse 23.............................8W-10-14, 31
Fuse 24.............................8W-10-14, 30Component Page
Fuse 25.............................8W-10-14, 31
Fuse 26...............................8W-10-49
Fuse 27...........................8W-10-17, 18, 43
Fuse 28.............................8W-10-40, 41
Fuse 29...............................8W-10-46
Fuse 32.............................8W-10-17, 34
Fuse 33.............................8W-10-17, 34
Fuse 34.............................8W-10-17, 34
Fuse 35...............................8W-10-44
Fuse 36...............................8W-10-43
Fuse 37...............................8W-10-44
Fuse 38.............................8W-10-43, 44
Fuse 40...........................8W-10-15, 16, 32
Fuse 41.............................8W-10-16, 36
Fuse 42.............................8W-10-14, 32
Fuse 43.............................8W-10-14, 32
Fuse 45...........................8W-10-16, 17, 36
Fuse 46...........................8W-10-15, 16, 33
Fuse 47.............................8W-10-16, 33
Fuse 48.............................8W-10-15, 32
Fuse 49.............................8W-10-12, 19
Fuse 50.............................8W-10-26, 40
Fuse 51...........................8W-10-14, 15, 30
Fuse 52.............................8W-10-43, 44
Fuse 53...............................8W-10-41
Fusible Link............................8W-10-12
G104........................8W-10-27, 29, 47, 48, 53
G201................................8W-10-25
Generator..............................8W-10-12
Headlamp Switch.........................8W-10-36
Headlamp-Left...........................8W-10-51
Headlamp-Right..........................8W-10-51
Heated Mirror Relay......................8W-10-18, 43
Horn Relay...........................8W-10-16, 36
Horn-High Note..........................8W-10-36
Horn-Low Note...........................8W-10-36
Ignition Switch...............8W-10-13, 25, 37, 41, 44, 46, 52
Instrument Cluster............8W-10-14, 25, 30, 31, 41, 46, 52
Integrated Power Module . . 8W-10-3, 4, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 25,
26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 36, 37, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46,
47, 48, 49, 50, 51, 53
License Lamp-Left.........................8W-10-34
License Lamp-Right........................8W-10-34
Oxygen Sensor Downstream Relay..............8W-10-12, 19
Park Lamp Relay.......................8W-10-17, 34
Park/Turn Signal Lamp-Left Front..............8W-10-34, 47
Park/Turn Signal Lamp-Right Front.............8W-10-34, 47
Passenger Lumbar Switch.....................8W-10-28
Power Mirror-Left.........................8W-10-43
Power Mirror-Right........................8W-10-43
Power Outlet..........................8W-10-14, 31
Power Outlet-Console.....................8W-10-14, 32
Power Seat Switch-Driver.....................8W-10-28
Power Seat Switch-Passenger...................8W-10-28
Power Window Circuit Breaker..................8W-10-52
Powertrain Control Module . . 8W-10-18, 19, 22, 27, 31, 37, 39, 40, 45, 52
PTCNo.1 .........................8W-10-39, 40, 41
PTCNo.2 .............................8W-10-46
PTCNo.5 .............................8W-10-33
Radio..............................8W-10-30, 46
Rear Window Defogger Relay...................8W-10-49
Seat Belt Tensioner Reducer....................8W-10-46
Seat Heater Interface Module...................8W-10-32
Sentry Key Immobilizer Module..............8W-10-31, 39, 40
Starter Motor..........................8W-10-15, 37
Starter Motor Relay......................8W-10-15, 37
Tail/Stop/Turn Signal Lamp-Left...........8W-10-34, 47, 48, 50
Tail/Stop/Turn Signal Lamp-Right..........8W-10-35, 47, 48, 50
Tailgate Lamp...........................8W-10-34
Trailer Tow Connector.................8W-10-16, 17, 33, 34
Trailer Tow Connector-Add On..........8W-10-14, 31, 33, 34, 48
Trailer Tow Left Turn Relay..................8W-10-16, 33
Trailer Tow Right Turn Relay.................8W-10-16, 33
Transfer Case Control Module...............8W-10-14, 32, 37
Transfer Case Selector Switch...................8W-10-41
Transmission Control Relay................8W-10-13, 26, 27
Transmission Range Sensor................8W-10-38, 44, 49
Transmission Solenoid Assembly.................8W-10-26
Transmission Solenoid/TRS Assembly...........8W-10-27, 44, 49
Underhood Lamp..........................8W-10-30
Vistronic Fan Drive........................8W-10-43
Washer Fluid Level Switch....................8W-10-48
Washer Pump Motor-Front....................8W-10-48
Wiper High/Low Relay.....................8W-10-15, 29
Wiper Motor-Front.......................8W-10-29, 48
Wiper On/Off Relay......................8W-10-15, 29
DR8W-10 POWER DISTRIBUTION 8W - 10 - 1

8W-20 CHARGING SYSTEM
Component Page
Auxiliary Battery.................... 8W-20-3
Battery.......................... 8W-20-2, 3
Engine Control Module.............. 8W-20-3, 4
Fuse 12............................ 8W-20-3
Fuse 23............................ 8W-20-2
Fusible Link.................... 8W-20-2, 3, 4
G100............................ 8W-20-2, 3
G101............................ 8W-20-2, 3
G102............................ 8W-20-2, 3Component Page
G107.............................. 8W-20-2
G108.............................. 8W-20-3
G109.............................. 8W-20-3
G120.............................. 8W-20-3
Generator........................ 8W-20-2, 3
Integrated Power Module.......... 8W-20-2, 3, 4
Powertrain Control Module............ 8W-20-2
Starter Motor..................... 8W-20-2, 3
DR8W-20 CHARGING SYSTEM 8W - 20 - 1

8W-21 STARTING SYSTEM
Component Page
Auxiliary Battery.................... 8W-21-3
Battery.......................... 8W-21-2, 3
Clutch Interlock Brake Switch.......... 8W-21-4
Engine Control Module................ 8W-21-4
Fuse 14.......................... 8W-21-2, 3
G104.............................. 8W-21-4
Ignition Switch.................... 8W-21-2, 3Component Page
Integrated Power Module.......... 8W-21-2, 3, 4
Powertrain Control Module............ 8W-21-2
Starter Motor..................... 8W-21-2, 3
Starter Motor Relay................ 8W-21-2, 3
Transfer Case Control Module.......... 8W-21-4
Transmission Range Sensor............ 8W-21-4
DR8W-21 STARTING SYSTEM 8W - 21 - 1

8W-30 FUEL/IGNITION SYSTEM
Component Page
A/C Compressor Clutch Relay............ 8W-30-9, 58
A/C Pressure Transducer......... 8W-30-23, 28, 29, 45
Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor . . . 8W-30-29, 47, 64, 65
Adjustable Pedal Motor................. 8W-30-61
Adjustable Pedal Relay.................. 8W-30-61
Adjustable Pedal Switch................. 8W-30-61
Ambient Temperature Sensor............. 8W-30-30
Auto Shut Down Relay................... 8W-30-4
Battery............................ 8W-30-52
Battery Temperature Sensor............ 8W-30-12, 56
Brake Lamp Switch............. 8W-30-8, 36, 57, 63
Camshaft Position Sensor........ 8W-30-10, 29, 45, 46
Capacitor........................... 8W-30-13
Clockspring..................... 8W-30-8, 36, 59
Coil On Plug No. 1.................. 8W-30-14, 39
Coil On Plug No. 2.................. 8W-30-15, 37
Coil On Plug No. 3.................. 8W-30-14, 39
Coil On Plug No. 4.................. 8W-30-15, 37
Coil On Plug No. 5.................. 8W-30-16, 39
Coil On Plug No. 6.................. 8W-30-13, 37
Coil On Plug No. 7.................. 8W-30-16, 39
Coil On Plug No. 8.................. 8W-30-13, 37
Condenser Fan Relay.................... 8W-30-9
Controller Antilock Brake............ 8W-30-6, 11, 57
Crankshaft Position Sensor............ 8W-30-10, 46
Data Link Connector............... 8W-30-9, 22, 55
Data Link Connector-Engine.............. 8W-30-51
EGR Solenoid................... 8W-30-28, 29, 32
Electronic Throttle Control Module.......... 8W-30-35
Engine Control Module....... 8W-30-42, 43, 44, 45, 46,
47, 48, 49, 50, 51, 52, 53, 54,
55, 56, 57, 58, 59, 60, 62, 63, 64, 65
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor.... 8W-30-23, 41, 47
Engine Oil Pressure Switch.......... 8W-30-2, 53, 56
EVAP/Purge Solenoid................... 8W-30-12
Front Control Module................... 8W-30-61
Fuel Control Actuator................... 8W-30-50
Fuel Heater......................... 8W-30-60
Fuel Heater Relay..................... 8W-30-60
Fuel Injector No. 1.................. 8W-30-14, 40
Fuel Injector No. 2.................. 8W-30-15, 38
Fuel Injector No. 3.................. 8W-30-14, 40
Fuel Injector No. 4.................. 8W-30-15, 38
Fuel Injector No. 5.................. 8W-30-14, 40
Fuel Injector No. 6.................. 8W-30-15, 38
Fuel Injector No. 7.................. 8W-30-16, 40
Fuel Injector No. 8.................. 8W-30-13, 38
Fuel Injector Pack No. 1................. 8W-30-42
Fuel Injector Pack No. 2............ 8W-30-42, 43, 44
Fuel Injector Pack No. 3................. 8W-30-44
Fuel Pump Module................... 8W-30-3, 58
Fuel Pump Motor...................... 8W-30-48
Fuel Pump Relay....................... 8W-30-3
Fuse 2.............................. 8W-30-4
Fuse 5........................... 8W-30-25, 62
Fuse 12............................ 8W-30-60
Fuse 17............................. 8W-30-3
Fuse 19............................ 8W-30-52
Fuse 23............................. 8W-30-2Component Page
Fuse 36.......................... 8W-30-54, 61
Fuse 40............................ 8W-30-61
Fuse 49............................. 8W-30-4
Fuse 50..................... 8W-30-2, 55, 58, 62
Fusible Link......................... 8W-30-52
G104........................ 8W-30-3, 8, 25, 60
G105............................ 8W-30-56, 58
G107........... 8W-30-2, 7, 15, 18, 19, 20, 21, 30, 32
G114 .............................. 8W-30-53
G120............................ 8W-30-51, 60
G201............................... 8W-30-6
G202.............................. 8W-30-61
Generator......................... 8W-30-7, 51
Idle Air Control Motor................... 8W-30-9
Ignition Switch..................... 8W-30-6, 22
Inlet Air Temperature Sensor............. 8W-30-49
Input Speed Sensor.................... 8W-30-24
Instrument Cluster.................... 8W-30-30
Intake Air Heater Relay No. 1............. 8W-30-56
Intake Air Heater Relay No. 2............. 8W-30-56
Intake Air Temperature Sensor.......... 8W-30-23, 41
Intake Air Temperature/Manifold Absolute
Pressure Sensor..................... 8W-30-50
Integrated Power Module.... 8W-30-2, 3, 4, 9, 25, 52, 54,
55, 58, 60, 61, 62, 64
Knock Sensor........................ 8W-30-31
Knock Sensor-Left..................... 8W-30-33
Knock Sensor-Right.................... 8W-30-33
Lift Pump Motor...................... 8W-30-51
Line Pressure Sensor................... 8W-30-17
Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor..... 8W-30-23, 29, 41
Natural Vacuum Leak Detection Assembly..... 8W-30-7
Output Speed Sensor................. 8W-30-24, 62
Oxygen Sensor 1/1 Upstream........... 8W-30-20, 21
Oxygen Sensor 1/2 Downstream......... 8W-30-18, 19
Oxygen Sensor 2/1 Upstream........... 8W-30-20, 21
Oxygen Sensor 2/2 Downstream......... 8W-30-18, 19
Oxygen Sensor Downstream Relay........... 8W-30-4
Power Steering Pressure Switch............ 8W-30-7
Powertrain Control Module....... 8W-30-2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7,
8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16,
17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24,
25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32,
33, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41
PTCNo.1 ....................... 8W-30-3, 9, 58
Pto Switch........................... 8W-30-6
Speed Control Servo.................. 8W-30-8, 63
Speed Control Switch-Left............. 8W-30-36, 59
Speed Control Switch-Right............ 8W-30-36, 59
Starter Motor Relay.................. 8W-30-2, 64
Throttle Position Sensor................. 8W-30-17
Tow/Haul Overdrive Switch............. 8W-30-6, 64
Transmission Control Relay............ 8W-30-25, 62
Transmission Range Sensor............... 8W-30-64
Transmission Solenoid Assembly......... 8W-30-54, 62
Transmission Solenoid/TRS Assembly . 8W-30-5, 25, 26, 27
Vacuum Pump........................ 8W-30-58
Vistronic Fan Drive.................... 8W-30-54
Water In Fuel Sensor................ 8W-30-47, 48
DR8W-30 FUEL/IGNITION SYSTEM 8W - 30 - 1

DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - ENGINE
DIAGNOSIS - INTRODUCTION
Engine diagnosis is helpful in determining the
causes of malfunctions not detected and remedied by
routine maintenance.
These malfunctions may be classified as either per-
formance (e.g., engine idles rough and stalls) or
mechanical (e.g., a strange noise).
(Refer to 9 - ENGINE - DIAGNOSIS AND TEST-
ING) - PERFORMANCE and (Refer to 9 - ENGINE -
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING)ÐMECHANICAL for
possible causes and corrections of malfunctions.
(Refer to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL DELIVERY -
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING) and (Refer to 14 -
FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL INJECTION - DIAGNOSIS
AND TESTING) for the fuel system diagnosis.Additional tests and diagnostic procedures may be
necessary for specific engine malfunctions that can
not be isolated with the Service Diagnosis charts.
Information concerning additional tests and diagno-
sis is provided within the following diagnosis:
²Cylinder Compression Pressure Test (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE - DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING).
²Cylinder Combustion Pressure Leakage Test
(Refer to 9 - ENGINE - DIAGNOSIS AND TEST-
ING).
²Engine Cylinder Head Gasket Failure Diagnosis
(Refer to 9 - ENGINE/CYLINDER HEAD - DIAGNO-
SIS AND TESTING).
²Intake Manifold Leakage Diagnosis (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/MANIFOLDS/INTAKE MANIFOLD -
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING).
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - ENGINE DIAGNOSIS - PERFORMANCE
CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTION
ENGINE WILL NOT START 1. Weak battery 1. Charge or replace as necessary.
2. Corroded or loose battery
connections.2. Clean and tighten battery
connections. Apply a coat of light
mineral grease to the terminals.
3. Faulty starter. 3. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
STARTING - DIAGNOSIS AND
TESTING).
4. Faulty coil or control unit. 4. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
IGNITION CONTROL/IGNITION
COIL - REMOVAL).
5. Incorrect spark plug gap. 5. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
IGNITION CONTROL/SPARK PLUG
- CLEANING).
6. Incorrect right bank cam timing. 6. Refer to engine timing in this
section.
7. Dirt or water in fuel system. 7. Clean system and replace fuel
filter.
8.Faulty fuel pump, relay or wiring. 8.Repair or replace as necessary.
9. Faulty cam or crank sensor 9. Refer to Ignition system.
ENGINE STALLS OR ROUGH IDLE 1. Vacuum leak. 1. Inspect intake manifold and
vacuum hoses, repair or replace as
necessary.
2. Faulty crank position sensor 2. Replace crank position sensor.
3. Faulty coil. 3. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
IGNITION CONTROL/IGNITION
COIL - REMOVAL).
9 - 4 ENGINE - 3.7LDR
ENGINE - 3.7L (Continued)

CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTION
OIL PUMPING AT RINGS; SPARK
PLUGS FOULING1. Worn or damaged rings. 1. Hone cylinder bores and replace
rings.
2. Carbon in oil ring slots. 2. Replace rings (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/ENGINE BLOCK/PISTON
RINGS - STANDARD
PROCEDURE).
3. Incorrect ring size installed. 3. Replace rings (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/ENGINE BLOCK/PISTON
RINGS - STANDARD
PROCEDURE).
4. Worn valve guides. 4. Ream guides and replace valves
(Refer to 9 - ENGINE/CYLINDER
HEAD/INTAKE/EXHAUST VALVES
& SEATS - STANDARD
PROCEDURE).
5. Leaking valve guide seals. 5. Replace valve guide seals.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - CYLINDER
COMPRESSION PRESSURE
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) Clean the spark plug recesses with compressed
air.
(2) Remove the spark plugs.
(3) Disable the fuel system (Refer to 14 - FUEL
SYSTEM/FUEL DELIVERY - DESCRIPTION).
(4) Remove the ASD relay (Refer to 8 - ELECTRI-
CAL/IGNITION CONTROL/AUTO SHUT DOWN
RELAY - REMOVAL).
(5) Insert a compression pressure gauge and rotate
the engine with the engine starter motor for three
revolutions.
(6) Record the compression pressure on the 3rd
revolution. Continue the test for the remaining cylin-
ders.
(7) (Refer to 9 - ENGINE - SPECIFICATIONS) for
the correct engine compression pressures.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - CYLINDER
COMBUSTION PRESSURE LEAKAGE
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.
(1) Check the coolant level and fill as required. DO
NOT install the radiator cap.
(2) Start and operate the engine until it attains
normal operating temperature, then turn the engine
OFF.
(3) Remove the spark plugs.
(4) Remove the oil filler cap.
(5) Remove the air cleaner hose.
(6) Calibrate the tester according to the manufac-
turer's instructions. The shop air source for testing
should maintain 483 kPa (70 psi) minimum, 1,379
kPa (200 psi) maximum and 552 kPa (80 psi) recom-
mended.
(7) Perform the test procedures on each cylinder
according to the tester manufacturer's instructions.
Set piston of cylinder to be tested at TDC compres-
sion,While testing, listen for pressurized air escaping
through the throttle body, tailpipe and oil filler cap
opening. Check for bubbles in the radiator coolant.
All gauge pressure indications should be equal,
with no more than 25% leakage.
FOR EXAMPLE:At 552 kPa (80 psi) input pres-
sure, a minimum of 414 kPa (60 psi) should be main-
tained in the cylinder.
Refer to CYLINDER COMBUSTION PRESSURE
LEAKAGE DIAGNOSIS CHART.
9 - 8 ENGINE - 3.7LDR
ENGINE - 3.7L (Continued)

ROCKER ARM
DESCRIPTION
The rocker arms are steel stampings with an inte-
gral roller bearing. The rocker arms incorporate a 2.8
mm (0.11 inch) oil hole in the lash adjuster socket for
roller and camshaft lubrication.
REMOVAL
NOTE: Disconnect the battery negative cable to pre-
vent accidental starter engagement.
(1) Remove the cylinder head cover (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/CYLINDER HEAD/CYLINDER HEAD
COVER(S) - REMOVAL).
(2) For rocker arm removal on cylinder No. 4,
Rotate the crankshaft until cylinder No. 1 is at BDC
intake stroke.
(3) For rocker arm removal on cylinder No. 1,
Rotate the crankshaft until cylinder No. 1 is at BDC
combustion stroke.
(4) For rocker arm removal on cylinders No. 3 and
No. 5, Rotate the crankshaft until cylinder No. 1 is at
TDC exhaust stroke.
(5) For rocker arm removal on cylinders No. 2 and
No. 6, Rotate the crankshaft until cylinder No. 1 is at
TDC ignition stroke.
(6) Using special tool 8516 Rocker Arm Remover,
press downward on the valve spring, remove rocker
arm (Fig. 22).
INSTALLATION
CAUTION: Make sure the rocker arms are installed
with the concave pocket over the lash adjusters.
Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the
rocker arms and/or lash adjusters.
NOTE: Coat the rocker arms with clean engine oil
prior to installation.
(1) For rocker arm installation on cylinders No. 4,
Rotate the crankshaft until cylinder No. 1 is at BDC
intake stroke.
(2) For rocker arm installation on cylinder No. 1,
Rotate the crankshaft until cylinder No. 1 is at BDC
combustion stroke.
(3) For rocker arm installation on cylinders No. 3
and No. 5, Rotate the crankshaft until cylinder No. 1
is at TDC exhaust stroke.
(4) For rocker arm installation on cylinders No. 2
and No. 6, Rotate the crankshaft until cylinder No. 1
is at TDC ignition stroke.
(5) Using special tool 8516 press downward on the
valve spring, install rocker arm (Fig. 23).(6) Install the cylinder head cover (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/CYLINDER HEAD/CYLINDER HEAD
COVER(S) - INSTALLATION).
Fig. 22 Rocker Arm - Removal
1 - CAMSHAFT
2 - SPECIAL TOOL 8516
Fig. 23 Rocker Arm - Installation
1 - CAMSHAFT
2 - SPECIAL TOOL 8516
DRENGINE - 3.7L 9 - 31