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ergize the combination flasher, the horn relay (except
vehicles with the Rest-Of-World or ROW premium
version of the VTA), and the security indicator. In
addition, in vehicles built for certain markets where
the ROW premium version of the VTA is required,
the BCM also exchanges electronic messages with
the Intrusion Transceiver Module (ITM) over the Pro-
grammable Communications Interface (PCI) data bus
network to provide the features found in this version
of the VTA.
The hard wired circuits and components of the
VTA may be diagnosed and tested using conventional
diagnostic tools and procedures. However, conven-
tional diagnostic methods may not prove conclusive
in the diagnosis of the Body Control Module (BCM),
the ElectroMechanical Instrument Cluster (EMIC),
the Intrusion Transceiver Module (ITM), or the Pro-
grammable Communications Interface (PCI) data bus
network. The most reliable, efficient, and accurate
means to diagnose the BCM, the EMIC, the ITM,
and the PCI data bus network inputs and outputs
related to the VTA requires the use of a DRBIIIt
scan tool. Refer to the appropriate diagnostic infor-
mation. Following are paragraphs that briefly
describe the operation of each of the VTA features.
See the owner's manual in the vehicle glove box for
more information on the features, use and operation
of the VTA.
²ENABLING- The BCM must have the VTA
function electronically enabled in order for the VTA
to perform as designed. The logic in the BCM keeps
its VTA function dormant until it is enabled using a
DRBIIItscan tool. The VTA function of the BCM is
enabled on vehicles equipped with the VTA option at
the factory, but a service replacement BCM must be
VTA-enabled by the dealer using a DRBIIItscan
tool. Refer to the appropriate diagnostic information.
²PRE-ARMING- The VTA has a pre-arming
sequence. Pre-arming occurs when a door, the tail-
gate, or the flip-up glass is open when the vehicle is
locked using a power lock switch, or when the ªLockº
button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmit-
ter is depressed. The power lock switch will not ini-
tiate the pre-arming sequence if the key is in the
ignition switch. When the VTA is pre-armed, the
arming sequence is delayed until all of the doors, the
tailgate, and the flip-up glass are closed.
²ARMING- Passive arming of the VTA occurs
when the vehicle is exited with the key removed from
the ignition switch and the doors are locked while
they are open using the power lock switch (see Pre-
Arming). Active arming of the VTA occurs when the
ªLockº button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter is depressed to lock the vehicle after all
of the doors, the tailgate, and the flip-up glass are
closed. The VTA will not arm if the doors are lockedusing the key in a lock cylinder or using a mechani-
cal lock button. Once the VTA begins the passive or
active arming sequence, the security indicator in the
instrument cluster will flash rapidly for about six-
teen seconds. This indicates that the VTA arming
sequence is in progress. If the ignition switch is
turned to the On position, if a door is unlocked with
the power lock switch or the RKE transmitter, or if
the tailgate is unlocked by any means during the six-
teen second arming sequence, the security indicator
will stop flashing and the VTA arming sequence will
abort. On vehicles equipped with the hood ajar
switch, the VTA arming sequence will occur regard-
less of whether the hood is open or closed, but the
underhood area will not be protected unless the hood
is closed when the VTA arming sequence begins.
Also, if the status of the hood ajar switch changes
from open (hood closed) to closed (hood open) during
the sixteen second arming sequence, the security
indicator will stop flashing and the VTA arming
sequence will abort. Once the sixteen second arming
sequence is successfully completed, the security indi-
cator will flash at a slower rate, indicating that the
VTA is armed.
²DISARMING- For vehicles built for the North
American market, disarming of the VTA occurs when
the vehicle is unlocked using the key to unlock a door
or the tailgate. Disarming of the VTA for any market
also occurs when the vehicle is unlocked by depress-
ing the ªUnlockº button of the Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) transmitter, or by turning the ignition switch
to the On position using a valid Sentry Key Immobi-
lizer System (SKIS) key. Once the alarm has been
activated, any of these disarming methods will also
deactivate the alarm.
²POWER-UP MODE- When the armed VTA
senses that the battery has been disconnected and
reconnected, it enters its power-up mode. In the pow-
er-up mode the alarm system returns to the mode
that was last selected prior to the battery failure or
disconnect. If the VTA was armed prior to the battery
disconnect or failure, the technician or vehicle opera-
tor will have to actively or passively disarm the sys-
tem after the battery is reconnected. The power-up
mode will also apply if the battery goes dead while
the system is armed, and battery jump-starting is
then attempted. The VTA will remain armed until
the technician or vehicle operator has actively or pas-
sively disarmed the system. If the VTA is in the dis-
armed mode prior to a battery disconnect or failure,
it will remain disarmed after the battery is recon-
nected or replaced, or if jump-starting is attempted.
²ALARM- The VTA alarm output varies by the
version of the VTA with which the vehicle is
equipped. In all cases, the alarm provides both visual
and audible outputs; however, the time intervals of
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VEHICLE THEFT SECURITY (Continued)

SECURED ACCESS METHOD
The Secured Access method applies to all vehicles.
This method requires the use of a DRBIIItscan tool.
This method will also require that you have access to
the unique four-digit PIN code that was assigned to
the original SKIM. The PIN codemustbe used to
enter the Secured Access Mode in the SKIM. This
PIN number may be obtained from the vehicle owner,
from the original vehicle invoice, or from the
DaimlerChrysler Customer Center. Refer to the
appropriate diagnostic information for the proper
Secured Access method programming procedures.
CUSTOMER LEARN METHOD
The Customer Learn feature is only available on
domestic vehicles, or those vehicles which have a
U.S. country code designator. This programming
method also requires access to at least two valid Sen-
try Keys. If two valid Sentry Keys are not available,
or if the vehicle does not have a U.S. country code
designator, the Secured Access Methodmustbe used
to program new or additional valid keys to the SKIM.
The Customer Learn programming method proce-
dures are as follows:
(1) Obtain the blank Sentry Key(s) that are to be
programmed as valid keys for the vehicle. Cut the
blank key(s) to match the ignition switch lock cylin-
der mechanical key codes.
(2) Insert one of the two valid Sentry Keys into the
ignition switch and turn the ignition switch to the
On position.
(3) After the ignition switch has been in the On
position for longer than three seconds, but no more
than fifteen seconds, cycle the ignition switch back to
the Off position. Replace the first valid Sentry Key in
the ignition switch lock cylinder with the second
valid Sentry Key and turn the ignition switch back to
the On position. The second valid Sentry Key must
be inserted in the lock cylinder within fifteen seconds
of removing the first valid key.
(4) About ten seconds after the completion of Step
3, the SKIS indicator in the instrument cluster will
start to flash and a single audible chime tone will
sound to indicate that the system has entered the
Customer Learn programming mode.
(5) Within sixty seconds of entering the Customer
Learn programming mode, turn the ignition switch to
the Off position, replace the valid Sentry Key with a
blank Sentry Key transponder, and turn the ignition
switch back to the On position.
(6)
About ten seconds after the completion of Step 5,
a single audible chime tone will sound and the SKIS
indicator will stop flashing, stay on solid for three sec-
onds, then turn off to indicate that the blank Sentry
Key has been successfully programmed. The SKIS will
immediately exit the Customer Learn programmingmode and the vehicle may now be started using the
newly programmed valid Sentry Key.
Each of these steps must be repeated and com-
pleted in their entirety for each additional Sentry
Key that is to be programmed. If the above steps are
not completed in the given sequence, or within the
allotted time, the SKIS will exit the Customer Learn
programming mode and the programming will be
unsuccessful. The SKIS will also automatically exit
the Customer Learn programming mode if it sees a
non-blank Sentry Key transponder when it should
see a blank, if it has already programmed eight (8)
valid Sentry Keys, or if the ignition switch is turned
to the Off position for more than about fifty seconds.
NOTE: If an attempt is made to start the vehicle
while in the Customer Learn mode (SKIS indicator
flashing), the SKIS will respond as though the vehi-
cle were being started with an invalid key. In other
words, the engine will stall after about two seconds
of operation. No faults will be set.
NOTE: Once a Sentry Key has been programmed as
a valid key to a vehicle, it cannot be programmed
as a valid key for use on any other vehicle.
DOOR CYLINDER LOCK
SWITCH
DESCRIPTION
Vehicles manufactured for North American mar-
kets that are equipped with the optional Vehicle
Fig. 2 Door Cylinder Lock Switch
1 - SWITCH
2 - OUTSIDE DOOR HANDLE
3 - DOOR LOCK CYLINDER
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VEHICLE THEFT SECURITY (Continued)

Component Page
Low Beam Relay..................... 8Wa-50
Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor....... 8Wa-30
Multi-Function Switch........... 8Wa-50, 52, 53
Output Speed Sensor.................. 8Wa-31
Overhead Map/Reading Lamp........... 8Wa-44
Oxygen Sensors...................... 8Wa-30
Oxygen Sensor Downstream Relay........ 8Wa-30
Park Brake Switch.................... 8Wa-40
Park Lamp Relay..................... 8Wa-50
Park/Turn Signal Lamps............ 8Wa-50, 52
Passenger Airbag..................... 8Wa-43
Passenger Door Unlock Relay........... 8Wa-61
Passenger Seat Belt Switch............. 8Wa-40
Position Lamps...................... 8Wa-50
Power Distribution Center.............. 8Wa-10
Power Mirrors....................... 8Wa-62
Power Outlet........................ 8Wa-41
Power Seats......................... 8Wa-63
Power Steering Pressure Switch......... 8Wa-30
Power Windows...................... 8Wa-60
Powertrain Control Module............. 8Wa-30
Radiator Fans....................... 8Wa-30
Radio Choke......................... 8Wa-47
Radio.............................. 8Wa-47
Rear Fog Lamp Relay................. 8Wa-51
Rear Power Outlet.................... 8Wa-41
Rear Power Window Switch............. 8Wa-60
Rear Wheel Speed Sensor.............. 8Wa-35
Rear Window Defogger................. 8Wa-48
Rear Wiper Motor.................... 8Wa-53
Red Brake Warning Indicator Switch...... 8Wa-40Component Page
Remote Keyless Entry Module........... 8Wa-45
Remote Radio Switches................ 8Wa-47
Splices............................. 8Wa-10
Sentry Key Immobilizer Module.......... 8Wa-39
Shifter Assembly..................... 8Wa-31
Side Impact Airbag Control Modules...... 8Wa-43
Side Marker Lamps................ 8Wa-50, 52
Side Repeater Lamps............... 8Wa-50, 52
Siren.............................. 8Wa-49
Speed Control Servo................... 8Wa-33
Speed Control Switches................ 8Wa-33
Starter Motor Relay................... 8Wa-21
Starter Motor........................ 8Wa-21
Sunroof............................ 8Wa-64
Tail/Stop Lamps...................... 8Wa-51
Tailgate Cylinder Lock Switch........... 8Wa-61
Tailgate Flip-Up Ajar Switch............ 8Wa-61
Tailgate Lock Motor/Ajar Switch......... 8Wa-61
Throttle Position Sensor................ 8Wa-30
Trailer Tow.......................... 8Wa-54
Transfer Case Position Sensor........ 8Wa-30, 31
Transmission Control Module........... 8Wa-31
Transmission Control Relay............. 8Wa-31
Transmission Solenoid/TRS Assembly..... 8Wa-31
Visor/Vanity Lamps................... 8Wa-44
Washer Fluid Level Switch............. 8Wa-53
Washer Pump........................ 8Wa-53
Water In Fuel Sensor.................. 8Wa-30
Wheel Speed Sensors.................. 8Wa-35
Wiper High/Low Relay................. 8Wa-53
KJ8W-02 COMPONENT INDEX8Wa-02-1

8W-15 GROUND DISTRIBUTION
Component Page
A/C Compressor Clutch...................8Wa-15-6
A/C Low Pressure Switch.................8Wa-15-3
A/C- Heater Control...................8Wa-15-7, 8
Airbag Control Module...................8Wa-15-7
Ash Receiver Lamp.....................8Wa-15-8
Battery.............................8Wa-15-2
Blend Door Actuator.....................8Wa-15-8
Blower Motor Relay.....................8Wa-15-4
Body Control Module....................8Wa-15-8
Brake Lamp Switch.....................8Wa-15-8
Cabin Heater.........................8Wa-15-6
Capacitor............................8Wa-15-2
Center High Mounted Stop Lamp...........8Wa-15-14
Cigar Lighter.........................8Wa-15-8
Compass Mini-Trip Computer..............8Wa-15-14
Controller Antilock Brake.................8Wa-15-2
Data Link Connector....................8Wa-15-2
Engine Control Module...................8Wa-15-7
Engine Coolant Level Sensor...............8Wa-15-6
Flip-Up Glass Release Motor..............8Wa-15-14
Front Wiper Motor......................8Wa-15-3
Fuel Heater..........................8Wa-15-6
Fuel Heater Relay......................8Wa-15-4
Fuel Pump Module.....................8Wa-15-15
G100.............................8Wa-15-2, 7
G101...............................8Wa-15-6
G102...............................8Wa-15-2
G103...............................8Wa-15-6
G104...............................8Wa-15-7
G105...............................8Wa-15-2
G106...............................8Wa-15-2
G110...............................8Wa-15-2
G111 .............................8Wa-15-3, 4
G112...............................8Wa-15-3
G200...............................8Wa-15-7
G201...............................8Wa-15-7
G202...............................8Wa-15-8
G300............................8Wa-15-9, 11
G301............................8Wa-15-9, 10
G302............................8Wa-15-9, 12
G310.........................8Wa-15-13, 14, 15
G311 ..............................8Wa-15-14
G312..............................8Wa-15-14
G320..............................8Wa-15-15
Hazard Switch/Combination Flasher..........8Wa-15-8
Headlamp Leveling Switch................8Wa-15-8
Heated Seat Module....................8Wa-15-10
High Note Horn.......................8Wa-15-3
Hood Ajar Switch.......................8Wa-15-4
Ignition Switch........................8Wa-15-8
Instrument Cluster.....................8Wa-15-8
Intrusion Sensor......................8Wa-15-14
Junction Block........................8Wa-15-8
Left Door Lock Switch...................8Wa-15-11
Left Fog Lamp........................8Wa-15-5
Left Front Door Ajar Switch...............8Wa-15-11
Left Front Door Lock Motor/Ajar Switch.......8Wa-15-11
Left Front Door Speaker..................8Wa-15-7
Left Front Park/Turn Signal Lamp...........8Wa-15-5
Left Headlamp........................8Wa-15-3
Left Heated Seat Assembly...............8Wa-15-10
Left Heated Seat Switch.................8Wa-15-10Component Page
Left Leveling Motor.....................8Wa-15-3
Left Position Lamp.....................8Wa-15-3
Left Power Mirror.....................8Wa-15-11
Left Power Seat Switch..................8Wa-15-10
Left Rear Door Ajar Switch...............8Wa-15-11
Left Rear Door Lock Motor/Ajar Switch.......8Wa-15-11
Left Side Impact Airbag Control Module........8Wa-15-9
Left Side Repeater Lamp..................8Wa-15-5
Left Tail/Stop Lamp....................8Wa-15-15
License Lamp........................8Wa-15-15
Line Pressure Sensor....................8Wa-15-2
Low Note Horn........................8Wa-15-3
Multi- Function Switch...................8Wa-15-8
Oxygen Sensor 1/2 Downstream.............8Wa-15-6
Oxygen Sensor 2/2 Downstream.............8Wa-15-6
Power Mirror Switch.................8Wa-15-11, 12
Power Outlet.........................8Wa-15-8
Power Steering Pressure Switch.............8Wa-15-6
Power Window Master Switch.............8Wa-15-10
Powertrain Control Module................8Wa-15-2
Radiator Fan Motor.....................8Wa-15-3
Radiator Fan Relay.....................8Wa-15-3
Radio..............................8Wa-15-7
Radio Choke..........................8Wa-15-9
Rear Power Outlet.....................8Wa-15-15
Rear Window Defogger..................8Wa-15-14
Rear Wiper Motor.....................8Wa-15-14
Red Brake Warning Indicator Switch..........8Wa-15-4
Right Door Lock Switch..................8Wa-15-12
Right Fog Lamp.......................8Wa-15-5
Right Front Door Ajar Switch..............8Wa-15-12
Right Front Door Lock Motor/Ajar Switch......8Wa-15-12
Right Front Door Speaker.................8Wa-15-7
Right Front Park/Turn Signal Lamp..........8Wa-15-5
Right Headlamp.......................8Wa-15-4
Right Heated Seat Assembly..............8Wa-15-10
Right Heated Seat Switch................8Wa-15-10
Right Leveling Motor....................8Wa-15-4
Right Position Lamp....................8Wa-15-4
Right Power Mirror....................8Wa-15-12
Right Power Seat Switch.................8Wa-15-10
Right Rear Door Ajar Switch..............8Wa-15-12
Right Rear Door Lock Motor/Ajar Switch......8Wa-15-12
Right Side Impact Airbag Control Module.......8Wa-15-9
Right Side Repeater Lamp.................8Wa-15-5
Right Tail/Stop Lamp...................8Wa-15-15
Sentry Key Immobilizer Module.............8Wa-15-8
Shifter Assembly.......................8Wa-15-9
Siren...............................8Wa-15-4
Speed Control Servo.....................8Wa-15-3
Starter Motor Relay.....................8Wa-15-4
Sunroof Motor........................8Wa-15-14
Tailgate Flip-Up Ajar Switch..............8Wa-15-14
Trailer Tow Brake Lamp Relay.............8Wa-15-13
Trailer Tow Connector...................8Wa-15-13
Trailer Tow Left Turn Relay...............8Wa-15-13
Trailer Tow Relay......................8Wa-15-13
Trailer Tow Right Turn Relay..............8Wa-15-13
Transmission Control Module...............8Wa-15-2
Transmission Control Relay................8Wa-15-4
Washer Fluid Level Switch................8Wa-15-3
KJ8W-15 GROUND DISTRIBUTION8Wa-15-1

8W-31 TRANSMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
Component Page
A/C Compressor Clutch Relay.......... 8Wa-31-3
Auto Shut Down Relay............... 8Wa-31-3
Back-Up Lamp Switch............... 8Wa-31-4
Brake Lamp Switch................. 8Wa-31-5
Crankshaft Position Sensor............ 8Wa-31-6
Data Link Connector................. 8Wa-31-6
Diagnostic Junction Port.............. 8Wa-31-3
Engine Control Module............... 8Wa-31-6
Fuel Pump Relay................... 8Wa-31-3
Fuse 5............................ 8Wa-31-2
Fuse 15........................... 8Wa-31-3
Fuse 28........................... 8Wa-31-3
Fuse 38........................... 8Wa-31-5
Fuse 39........................... 8Wa-31-4
G102........................... 8Wa-31-7, 9
G111 ............................. 8Wa-31-2
G301............................. 8Wa-31-5
Input Speed Sensor.................. 8Wa-31-9Component Page
Instrument Cluster.................. 8Wa-31-5
Junction Block.................. 8Wa-31-3, 4, 5
Left Tail/Stop Lamp................. 8Wa-31-4
Line Pressure Sensor................ 8Wa-31-9
Output Speed Sensor................ 8Wa-31-9
Power Distribution Center.......... 8Wa-31-2, 3
Powertrain Control Module........ 8Wa-31-3, 5, 6
Right Tail/Stop Lamp................ 8Wa-31-4
Shifter Assembly.................... 8Wa-31-5
Starter Motor Relay................. 8Wa-31-8
Throttle Position Sensor.............. 8Wa-31-5
Trailer Tow Connector................ 8Wa-31-4
Transfer Case Position Sensor.......... 8Wa-31-5
Transmission Control Module . . 8Wa-31-2, 3, 5, 6, 7,
8, 9
Transmission Control Relay....... 8Wa-31-2, 7, 8
Transmission Solenoid/Trs Assembly . . 8Wa-31-2, 4,
7, 8, 9
KJ8W-31 TRANSMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM8Wa-31-1

RIGHT SIDE IMPACT AIRBAG CONTROL MODULE (RSIACM) - YELLOW 8 WAY
CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
1 F14 18LG/YL FUSED IGNITION SWITCH OUTPUT (RUN-START)
2- -
3 R76 18YL/DB RIGHT CURTAIN SQUIB LINE 2
4 R74 18YL/BR RIGHT CURTAIN SQUIB LINE 1
5 Z100 18BK/YL GROUND
6- -
7- -
8 D25 18YL/VT PCI BUS
RIGHT SIDE MARKER LAMP (EXCEPT BUILT-UP-EXPORT) - BLACK 2 WAY
CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
1 L78 18DG/YL FUSED PARK LAMP RELAY OUTPUT
2 L62 18BR/RD RIGHT TURN SIGNAL
RIGHT SIDE REPEATER LAMP (BUILT-UP-EXPORT) - BLACK 2 WAY
CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
1 L62 18BR/RD RIGHT TURN SIGNAL
2 Z142 18BK/WT GROUND
RIGHT SPEED CONTROL SWITCH (EXCEPT BASE) - BLACK 4 WAY
CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
1- -
2 K4 20BK/LB SENSOR GROUND
3 V37 20RD/LG SPEED CONTROL SWITCH SIGNAL
4- -
RIGHT TAIL/STOP LAMP - BLACK 6 WAY
CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
1 L38 18BR/WT (BUILT-UP-EXPORT) REAR FOG LAMP RELAY OUTPUT
2 L78 18DG/YL FUSED PARK LAMP RELAY OUTPUT
3 L50 18WT/TN BRAKE LAMP SWITCH OUTPUT
4 L10 18BR/LG BACK-UP LAMP FEED
5 Z151 18BK/WT GROUND
6 L62 18BR/RD RIGHT TURN SIGNAL
KJ8W-80 CONNECTOR PIN-OUTS8Wa-80-93

DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - ENGINE OIL LEAK
Begin with a thorough visual inspection of the
engine, particularly at the area of the suspected leak.
If an oil leak source is not readily identifiable, the
following steps should be followed:
(1) Do not clean or degrease the engine at this
time because some solvents may cause rubber to
swell, temporarily stopping the leak.
(2) Add an oil soluble dye (use as recommended by
manufacturer). Start the engine and let idle for
approximately 15 minutes. Check the oil dipstick to
make sure the dye is thoroughly mixed as indicated
with a bright yellow color under a black light.
(3) Using a black light, inspect the entire engine
for fluorescent dye, particularly at the suspected area
of oil leak. If the oil leak is found and identified,
repair per service manual instructions.
(4) If dye is not observed, drive the vehicle at var-
ious speeds for approximately 24km (15 miles), and
repeat inspection.If the oil leak source is not pos-
itively identified at this time, proceed with the air
leak detection test method.
Air Leak Detection Test Method
(1) Disconnect the breather cap to air cleaner hose
at the breather cap end. Cap or plug breather cap
nipple.
(2) Remove the PCV valve from the cylinder head
cover. Cap or plug the PCV valve grommet.
(3) Attach an air hose with pressure gauge and
regulator to the dipstick tube.
CAUTION: Do not subject the engine assembly to
more than 20.6 kpa (3 PSI) of test pressure.
(4) Gradually apply air pressure from 1 psi to 2.5
psi maximum while applying soapy water at the sus-
pected source. Adjust the regulator to the suitable
test pressure that provide the best bubbles which
will pinpoint the leak source. If the oil leak is
detected and identified, repair per service manual
procedures.
(5) If the leakage occurs at the rear oil seal area,
refer to the section, Inspection for Rear Seal Area
Leak.
(6) If no leaks are detected, turn off the air supply
and remove the air hose and all plugs and caps.
Install the PCV valve and breather cap hose.
(7) Clean the oil off the suspect oil leak area using
a suitable solvent. Drive the vehicle at various
speeds approximately 24 km (15 miles). Inspect the
engine for signs of an oil leak by using a black light.
INSPECTION FOR REAR SEAL AREA LEAKS
Since it is sometimes difficult to determine the
source of an oil leak in the rear seal area of the
engine, a more involved inspection is necessary. The
following steps should be followed to help pinpoint
the source of the leak.
If the leakage occurs at the crankshaft rear oil seal
area:
(1) Disconnect the battery.
(2) Raise the vehicle.
(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:
(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, camshaft bore
cup plugs oil galley pipe plugs, oil filter runoff, and
main bearing cap to cylinder block mating sur-
faces.
(4) If no leaks are detected, pressurize the crank-
case as outlined in the, Inspection (Engine oil Leaks
in general)
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.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - ENGINE OIL
PRESSURE
(1) Remove oil pressure sending unit (Fig. 70)and
install gauge assembly C-3292.
(2) Run engine until thermostat opens.
(3) Oil Pressure:
²Curb IdleÐ25 Kpa (4 psi) minimum
²3000 rpmÐ170 - 550 KPa (25 - 80 psi)
(4) If oil pressure is 0 at idle, shut off engine.
Check for a clogged oil pick-up screen or a pressure
relief valve stuck open.
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LUBRICATION (Continued)

ple viscosities such as 5W-30 or 10W-30 in the 3.7L
engines. These are specified with a dual SAE viscos-
ity grade which indicates the cold-to-hot temperature
viscosity range. Select an engine oil that is best
suited to your particular temperature range and vari-
ation (Fig. 71).
ENERGY CONSERVING OIL
An Energy Conserving type oil is recommended for
gasoline engines. The designation of ENERGY CON-
SERVING is located on the label of an engine oil con-
tainer.
CONTAINER IDENTIFICATION
Standard engine oil identification notations have
been adopted to aid in the proper selection of engine
oil. The identifying notations are located on the label
of engine oil plastic bottles and the top of engine oil
cans (Fig. 72).
OIL LEVEL INDICATOR (DIPSTICK)
The engine oil level indicator is located on the
right side of the the 3.7L engine.
CRANKCASE OIL LEVEL INSPECTION
CAUTION: Do not overfill crankcase with engine oil,
pressure loss or oil foaming can result.Inspect engine oil level approximately every 800
kilometers (500 miles). Unless the engine has exhib-
ited loss of oil pressure, run the engine for about five
minutes before checking oil level. Checking engine oil
level on a cold engine is not accurate.
To ensure proper lubrication of an engine, the
engine oil must be maintained at an acceptable level.
The acceptable levels are indicated between the ADD
and SAFE marks on the engine oil dipstick.
(1) Position vehicle on level surface.
(2) With engine OFF, allow approximately ten min-
utes for oil to settle to bottom of crankcase, remove
engine oil dipstick.
(3) Wipe dipstick clean.
(4) Install dipstick and verify it is seated in the
tube.
(5) Remove dipstick, with handle held above the
tip, take oil level reading.
(6) Add oil if level is below the SAFE ZONE on
dipstick.
ENGINE OIL CHANGE
Change engine oil at mileage and time intervals
described in Maintenance Schedules.
Run engine until achieving normal operating tem-
perature.
(1) Position the vehicle on a level surface and turn
engine off.
(2) Remove oil fill cap.
(3) Hoist and support vehicle on safety stands.
(4) Place a suitable drain pan under crankcase
drain.
(5) Remove drain plug from crankcase and allow
oil to drain into pan. Inspect drain plug threads for
stretching or other damage. Replace drain plug if
damaged.
(6) Install drain plug in crankcase.
(7) Remove oil filter (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/LUBRI-
CATION/OIL FILTER - REMOVAL).
(8) Install a new oil filter.
(9) Lower vehicle and fill crankcase with 5 quarts
of the specified type of engine oil described in this
section.
(10) Install oil fill cap.
(11) Start engine and inspect for leaks.
(12) Stop engine and inspect oil level.
USED ENGINE OIL DISPOSAL
Care should be exercised when disposing used
engine oil after it has been drained from a vehicle
engine. Refer to the WARNING at beginning of this
section.
Fig. 71 Temperature/Engine Oil Viscosity - 3.7L
Engine
Fig. 72 Engine Oil Container Standard Notations
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(7) Crank engine until maximum pressure is
reached on gage. Record this pressure as #1 cylinder
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 - ENGINE OIL LEAK
INSPECTION
Begin with a thorough visual inspection of the
engine, particularly at the area of the suspected leak.
If an oil leak source is not readily identifiable, the
following steps should be followed:
(1) Do not clean or degrease the engine at this
time because some solvents may cause rubber to
swell, temporarily stopping the leak.
(2) Add an oil soluble dye (use as recommended by
manufacturer). Start the engine and let idle for
approximately 15 minutes. Check the oil dipstick to
make sure the dye is thoroughly mixed as indicated
with a bright yellow color under a black light.
(3) Using a black light, inspect the entire engine
for fluorescent dye, particularly at the suspected area
of oil leak. If the oil leak is found and identified,
repair as necessary.
(4) If dye is not observed, drive the vehicle at var-
ious speeds for approximately 24 km (15 miles), and
repeat inspection.
(5)If the oil leak source is not positively
identified at this time, proceed with the air leak
detection test method as follows:
²Disconnect the fresh air hose (make-up air) at
the cylinder head cover and plug or cap the nipple on
the cover.
²Remove the PCV valve hose from the cylinder
head cover. Cap or plug the PCV valve nipple on the
cover.
²Attach an air hose with pressure gauge and reg-
ulator to the dipstick tube.
CAUTION: Do not subject the engine assembly to
more than 20.6 kpa (3 PSI) of test pressure.²Gradually apply air pressure from 1 psi to 2.5
psi maximum while applying soapy water at the sus-
pected source. Adjust the regulator to the suitable
test pressure that provides the best bubbles which
will pinpoint the leak source. If the oil leak is
detected and identified, repair per service manual
procedures.
²If the leakage occurs at the crankshaft rear oil
seal area, refer to the section, Inspection for Rear
Seal Area Leak.
(6) If no leaks are detected, turn off the air supply.
Remove the air hose, all plugs, and caps. Install the
PCV valve and fresh air hose (make-up air). Proceed
to next step.
(7) Clean the oil off the suspect oil leak area using
a suitable solvent. Drive the vehicle at various
speeds approximately 24 km (15 miles). Inspect the
engine for signs of an oil leak by using a black light.
NOTE: If oil leakage is observed at the dipstick tube
to block location; remove the tube, clean and reseal
using MoparTStud & Bearing Mount (press fit tube
applications only), and for O-ring style tubes,
remove tube and replace the O-ring seal.
INSPECTION FOR REAR SEAL AREA LEAKS
Since it is sometimes difficult to determine the
source of an oil leak in the rear seal area of the
engine, a more involved inspection is necessary. The
following steps should be followed to help pinpoint
the source of the leak.
If the leakage occurs at the crankshaft rear oil seal
area:
(1) Disconnect the battery.
(2) Raise the vehicle.
(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
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(6) Install oil pressure switch and connector. (Refer
to 9 - ENGINE/LUBRICATION/OIL PRESSURE
SENSOR/SWITCH - INSTALLATION)
OIL
STANDARD PROCEDURE
ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK
The best time to check engine oil level is after it
has sat overnight, or if the engine has been running,
allow the engine to be shut off for at least 5 minutes
before checking oil level.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level
ground will improve the accuracy of the oil level
reading. Remove dipstick and observe oil level. Add
oil only when the level is at or below the ADD mark
(Fig. 78).
STANDARD PROCEDURE - ENGINE OIL AND
FILTER CHANGE
Change engine oil at mileage and time intervals
described in the Maintenance Schedule. (Refer to
LUBRICATION & MAINTENANCE/MAINTE-
NANCE SCHEDULES - DESCRIPTION)
WARNING: NEW OR USED ENGINE OIL CAN BE
IRRITATING 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 EXPOSED
SKIN WITH SOAP AND WATER. DO NOT WASH
SKIN WITH GASOLINE, DIESEL FUEL, THINNER, OR
SOLVENTS, HEALTH PROBLEMS CAN RESULT. DO
NOT POLLUTE, DISPOSE OF USED ENGINE OIL
PROPERLY. CONTACT YOUR DEALER OR GOVERN-
MENT AGENCY FOR LOCATION OF COLLECTION
CENTER IN YOUR AREA.
Run engine until achieving normal operating tem-
perature.
(1) Position the vehicle on a level surface and turn
engine off.(2) Hoist and support vehicle on safety stands.
Refer to Hoisting and Jacking Recommendations.
(Refer to LUBRICATION & MAINTENANCE/HOIST-
ING - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
(3) Remove oil fill cap.
(4) Place a suitable drain pan under crankcase
drain.
(5) Remove drain plug from crankcase and allow
oil to drain into pan. Inspect drain plug threads for
stretching or other damage. Replace drain plug and
gasket if damaged.
(6) Remove oil filter. (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/LUBRI-
CATION/OIL FILTER - REMOVAL)
(7) Install and tighten drain plug in crankcase.
(8) Install new oil filter. (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/LU-
BRICATION/OIL FILTER - INSTALLATION)
(9) Lower vehicle and fill crankcase with specified
type and amount of engine oil. (Refer to LUBRICA-
TION & MAINTENANCE/FLUID TYPES -
DESCRIPTION)
(10) Install oil fill cap.
(11) Start engine and inspect for leaks.
(12) Stop engine and inspect oil level.
NOTE: Care should be exercised when disposing
used engine oil after it has been drained from a
vehicle engine. Refer to the WARNING listed above.
OIL FILTER
DESCRIPTION
The engine oil filter is a high quality full-flow, dis-
posable type. Replace the oil filter with a Mopartor
the equivalent.
REMOVAL
(1) Raise vehicle on hoist.
(2) Position an oil collecting container under oil fil-
ter location.
CAUTION: When servicing the oil filter avoid
deforming the filter can by installing the remove/in-
stall tool band strap against the can to base lock
seam. The lock seam joining the can to the base is
reinforced by the base plate.
(3) Using a suitable filter wrench, turn oil filter
counterclockwise to remove (Fig. 79).
INSTALLATION
(1) Clean and check filter mounting surface. The
surface must be smooth, flat and free of debris or
pieces of gasket.
(2) Lubricate new oil filter gasket with clean
engine oil.
Fig. 78 Oil Level
1 - ENGINE OIL LEVEL DIPSTICK
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LUBRICATION (Continued)