water pump JEEP LIBERTY 2002 KJ / 1.G Service Manual
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INSTALLATION
Gasoline Powered Engines
(1) 2.4L Engine: Position generator to engine and
install 2 mounting bolts. Refer to torque specifica-
tions.
(2) 3.7L Engine: Position generator to engine and
install 3 mounting bolts. Tighten 2 horizontal mount-
ing bolts to specified torque. Tighten 1 verticle
mounting bolt to specified torque. Refer to torque
specifications.
(3) Snap field wire connector into rear of genera-
tor.
(4) Install B+ terminal and nut to generator
mounting stud. Refer to torque specifications.
(5) Snap plastic protective cover to B+ terminal.
CAUTION: Never force a belt over a pulley rim
using a screwdriver. The synthetic fiber of the belt
can be damaged.
CAUTION: When installing a serpentine accessory
drive belt, the belt MUST be routed correctly. The
water pump will be rotating in the wrong direction if
the belt is installed incorrectly, causing the engine
to overheat. Refer to belt routing label in engine
compartment, or refer to Belt Schematics in 7, Cool-
ing System.
(6) Install drive belt Refer to 7, Cooling System for
belt routing, belt adjustment and bolt tightening pro-
cedures.
(7) Install negative battery cable to battery.
GENERATOR DECOUPLER
PULLEY
DESCRIPTION
The generator decoupler is used only with
certain engines.The decoupler is used in place of
the standard generator drive pulley (Fig. 5).
Fig. 3 GENERATOR - 2.4L
1 - UPPER MOUNTING BOLT
2 - GENERTOR
3 - LOWER MOUNTING BOLT
Fig. 4 GENERATOR - 3.7L
1 - GENERATOR
2 - VERTICAL MOUNTING BOLT
3 - HORIZONTAL MOUNTING BOLTS
8F - 26 CHARGING SYSTEMKJ
GENERATOR (Continued)
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ity of the headlamp and dash wire harness connector
for the washer pump/motor unit and a good ground.
There should be no continuity. If OK, go to Step 4. If
not OK, repair the shorted washer pump driver cir-
cuit between the washer pump/motor unit and the
multi-function switch as required.
(4) Check for continuity between the washer pump
driver circuit cavities of the headlamp and dash wire
harness connector for the washer pump/motor unit
and the instrument panel wire harness connector for
the multi-function switch (Connector C-2). There
should be continuity. If OK, go to Step 5. If not OK,
repair the open washer pump driver circuit between
the washer pump/motor unit and the multi-function
switch as required.
(5) Check for continuity between the washer pump
sense circuit cavity of the headlamp and dash wire
harness connector for the washer pump/motor unit
and a good ground. There should be no continuity. If
OK, go to Step 6. If not OK, repair the shorted
washer pump sense circuit between the washer
pump/motor unit and the multi-function switch as
required.
(6) Check for continuity between the washer pump
sense circuit cavities of the headlamp and dash wire
harness connector for the washer pump/motor unit
and the instrument panel wire harness connector for
the multi-function switch (Connector C-2). There
should be continuity. If OK, replace the faulty washer
pump/motor unit. If not OK, repair the open washer
pump sense circuit between the washer pump/motor
unit and the multi-function switch as required.
CLEANING - FRONT WIPER & WASHER
SYSTEM
FRONT WIPER SYSTEM
The squeegees of wiper blades exposed to the ele-
ments for a long time tend to lose their wiping effec-
tiveness. Periodic cleaning of the squeegees is
suggested to remove any deposits of salt or road film.
The wiper blades, arms, and windshield glass should
only be cleaned using a sponge or soft cloth and
windshield washer fluid, a mild detergent, or a non-
abrasive cleaner. If the wiper blades continue to
leave streaks, smears, hazing, or beading on the
glass after thorough cleaning of the squeegees and
the glass, the entire wiper blade assembly must be
replaced.
CAUTION: Protect the rubber squeegees of the
wiper blades from any petroleum-based cleaners,
solvents, or contaminants. These products can rap-
idly deteriorate the rubber squeegees.FRONT WASHER SYSTEM
If the washer system is contaminated with foreign
material, drain the washer reservoir by removing the
washer pump/motor from the reservoir. Clean foreign
material from the inside of the washer pump/motor
inlet filter screen and the washer reservoir using
clean washer fluid, a mild detergent, or a non-abra-
sive cleaner. Flush foreign material from the washer
system plumbing by first disconnecting the washer
hoses from the washer nozzles, then running the
washer pump/motor to run clean washer fluid or
water through the system. Plugged or restricted
washer nozzles should be carefully back-flushed
using compressed air. If the washer nozzle obstruc-
tion cannot be cleared, replace the washer nozzle.
CAUTION: Never introduce petroleum-based clean-
ers, solvents, or contaminants into the washer sys-
tem. These products can rapidly deteriorate the
rubber seals and hoses of the washer system, as
well as the rubber squeegees of the wiper blades.
CAUTION: Never use compressed air to flush the
washer system plumbing. Compressed air pres-
sures are too great for the washer system plumbing
components and will result in further system dam-
age. Never use sharp instruments to clear a
plugged washer nozzle or damage to the nozzle ori-
fice and improper nozzle spray patterns will result.
INSPECTION - FRONT WIPER & WASHER
SYSTEM
FRONT WIPER SYSTEM
The front wiper blades and wiper arms should be
inspected periodically, not just when wiper perfor-
mance problems are experienced. This inspection
should include the following points:
(1) Inspect the wiper arms for any indications of
damage, or contamination. If the wiper arms are con-
taminated with any foreign material, clean them as
required. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/FRONT WIP-
ERS/WASHERS - CLEANING). If a wiper arm is
damaged or corrosion is evident, replace the wiper
arm with a new unit. Do not attempt to repair a
wiper arm that is damaged or corroded.
(2) Carefully lift the wiper blade off of the glass.
Note the action of the wiper arm hinge. The wiper
arm should pivot freely at the hinge, but with no lat-
eral looseness evident. If there is any binding evident
in the wiper arm hinge, or there is evident lateral
play in the wiper arm hinge, replace the wiper arm.
KJFRONT WIPERS/WASHERS 8R - 7
FRONT WIPERS/WASHERS (Continued)
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REAR WASHER SYSTEM
If the washer system is contaminated with foreign
material, drain the washer reservoir by removing the
washer pump/motor from the reservoir. Clean foreign
material from the inside of the washer pump/motor
inlet filter screen and the washer reservoir using
clean washer fluid, a mild detergent, or a non-abra-
sive cleaner. Flush foreign material from the washer
system plumbing by first disconnecting the washer
hose from the washer nozzle, then running the
washer pump/motor to run clean washer fluid or
water through the system. A plugged or restricted
washer nozzle should be carefully back-flushed using
compressed air. If the washer nozzle obstruction can-
not be cleared, replace the washer nozzle.
CAUTION: Never introduce petroleum-based clean-
ers, solvents, or contaminants into the washer sys-
tem. These products can rapidly deteriorate the
rubber seals and hoses of the washer system, as
well as the rubber squeegee of the wiper blade.
CAUTION: Never use compressed air to flush the
washer system plumbing. Compressed air pres-
sures are too great for the washer system plumbing
components and will result in further system dam-
age. Never use sharp instruments to clear a
plugged washer nozzle or damage to the nozzle ori-
fice and improper nozzle spray patterns will result.
INSPECTION - REAR WIPER & WASHER
SYSTEM
REAR WIPER SYSTEM
The rear wiper blade and wiper arm should be
inspected periodically, not just when wiper perfor-
mance problems are experienced. This inspection
should include the following points:
(1) Inspect the wiper arm for any indications of
damage, or contamination. If the wiper arm is con-
taminated with any foreign material, clean as
required. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/REAR WIPERS/
WASHERS - CLEANING). If a wiper arm is damaged
or corrosion is evident, replace the wiper arm with a
new unit. Do not attempt to repair a wiper arm that
is damaged or corroded.
(2) Carefully lift the wiper arm off of the park
ramp. Note the action of the wiper arm hinge. The
wiper arm should pivot freely at the hinge, but with
no lateral looseness evident. If there is any binding
evident in the wiper arm hinge, or there is evident
lateral play in the wiper arm hinge, replace the
wiper arm.CAUTION: Do not allow the wiper arm to spring
back against the glass without the wiper blade in
place or the glass may be damaged.
(3) Once proper hinge action of the wiper arm is
confirmed, check the hinge for proper spring tension.
The spring tension of the wiper arm should be suffi-
cient to cause the rubber squeegee to conform to the
curvature of the glass. Replace a wiper arm if it has
low or no spring tension.
(4) Inspect the wiper blade and squeegee for any
indications of damage, contamination, or rubber dete-
rioration (Fig. 2). If the wiper blade or squeegee is
contaminated with any foreign material, clean them
and the glass as required. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRI-
CAL/REAR WIPERS/WASHERS - CLEANING). If
after cleaning the wiper blade and the glass, the
wiper blade fails to clear the glass without smearing,
streaking, chattering, hazing, or beading, replace the
wiper blade. Also, if a wiper blade is damaged or if
the squeegee rubber is damaged or deteriorated,
replace the wiper blade with a new unit. Do not
attempt to repair a wiper blade that is damaged.
Fig. 2 Wiper Blade Inspection
1 - WORN OR UNEVEN EDGES
2 - ROAD FILM OR FOREIGN MATERIAL DEPOSITS
3 - HARD, BRITTLE, OR CRACKED
4 - DEFORMED OR FATIGUED
5 - SPLIT
6 - DAMAGED SUPPORT COMPONENTS
KJREAR WIPERS/WASHERS 8R - 33
REAR WIPERS/WASHERS (Continued)
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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
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8W-30 FUEL/IGNITION SYSTEM
Component Page
A/C Compressor Clutch.............. 8Wa-30-34
A/C Compressor Clutch Relay..... 8Wa-30-34, 2, 3
A/C High Pressure Switch............ 8Wa-30-29
A/C Low Pressure Switch.......... 8Wa-30-8, 29
A/C Pressure Transducer....... 8Wa-30-11, 23, 12
Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor...... 8Wa-30-27
Auto Shut Down Relay . . 8Wa-30-13, 14, 15, 24, 28,
31, 16, 17, 2
Battery Temperature Sensor........ 8Wa-30-30, 7
Blower Motor Relay................. 8Wa-30-31
Body Control Module.............. 8Wa-30-8, 33
Boost Pressure Sensor............ 8Wa-30-26, 28
Brake Lamp Switch............ 8Wa-30-8, 32, 33
Cabin Heater...................... 8Wa-30-34
Cabin Heater Relay................. 8Wa-30-34
Camshaft Position Sensor....... 8Wa-30-10, 9, 28
Capacitor...................... 8Wa-30-19, 17
Clockspring..................... 8Wa-30-33, 7
Clutch Switch Override Relay.... 8Wa-30-13, 8, 32
Coil On Plug No. 1................. 8Wa-30-19
Coil On Plug No. 2................. 8Wa-30-20
Coil On Plug No. 3................. 8Wa-30-19
Coil On Plug No. 4................. 8Wa-30-20
Coil On Plug No. 5................. 8Wa-30-19
Coil On Plug No. 6................. 8Wa-30-20
Coil Rail......................... 8Wa-30-17
Controller Antilock Brake............ 8Wa-30-33
Crankshaft Position Sensor...... 8Wa-30-10, 9, 27
Data Link Connector.............. 8Wa-30-25, 6
Diagnostic Junction Port........... 8Wa-30-25, 6
EGR Solenoid..................... 8Wa-30-30
Engine Control Module . . 8Wa-30-24, 25, 26, 27, 28,
29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor . 8Wa-30-11, 28,
12
Engine Oil Pressure Sensor..... 8Wa-30-11, 28, 12
Evap/Purge Solenoid................. 8Wa-30-2
Fuel Heater....................... 8Wa-30-31
Fuel Heater Relay.................. 8Wa-30-31
Fuel Injector No. 1............... 8Wa-30-18, 36
Fuel Injector No. 2............... 8Wa-30-18, 36
Fuel Injector No. 3............... 8Wa-30-18, 36
Fuel Injector No. 4............... 8Wa-30-18, 36
Fuel Injector No. 5................. 8Wa-30-18
Fuel Injector No. 6................. 8Wa-30-18
Fuel Pressure Sensor............... 8Wa-30-36
Fuel Pressure Solenoid.............. 8Wa-30-31
Fuel Pump Module............. 8Wa-30-30, 4, 5
Fuel Pump Relay.............. 8Wa-30-4, 2, 3, 5
Fuse 2........................... 8Wa-30-23
Fuse 6................... 8Wa-30-24, 28, 31, 2Component Page
Fuse 10.......................... 8Wa-30-35
Fuse 11.......................... 8Wa-30-35
Fuse 12....................... 8Wa-30-31, 33
Fuse 15...................... 8Wa-30-25, 2, 3
Fuse 16...... 8Wa-30-13, 14, 15, 24, 30, 34, 35, 16
Fuse 21.......................... 8Wa-30-34
Fuse 24...................... 8Wa-30-31, 2, 3
Fuse 26.................. 8Wa-30-18, 24, 17, 2
Fuse 28.......................... 8Wa-30-13
G100.................... 8Wa-30-19, 27, 17, 3
G101............................ 8Wa-30-23
G103................. 8Wa-30-15, 23, 31, 34, 16
G104............................ 8Wa-30-27
G111 ............................ 8Wa-30-31
G112 .......................... 8Wa-30-8, 23
G320........................... 8Wa-30-4, 5
Generator.................. 8Wa-30-24, 4, 3, 5
Glow Plug Assembly................ 8Wa-30-35
Glow Plug Relay No. 1.............. 8Wa-30-35
Glow Plug Relay No. 2.............. 8Wa-30-35
Idle Air Control Motor............ 8Wa-30-21, 22
Ignition Switch.................... 8Wa-30-32
Intake Air Temperature Sensor..... 8Wa-30-11, 12
Junction Block........... 8Wa-30-25, 31, 33, 2, 3
Knock Sensor...................... 8Wa-30-8
Leak Detection Pump.............. 8Wa-30-4, 5
Left Speed Control Switch.......... 8Wa-30-33, 7
Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor . . 8Wa-30-11, 12
Oxygen Sensor 1/1 Upstream...... 8Wa-30-14, 15
Oxygen Sensor 1/2 Downstream . 8Wa-30-13, 14, 15
Oxygen Sensor 2/1 Upstream......... 8Wa-30-16
Oxygen Sensor 2/2 Downstream.... 8Wa-30-13, 16
Oxygen Sensor Downstream Relay . . 8Wa-30-13, 15,
16
Power Distribution Center . . 8Wa-30-13, 14, 15, 23,
24, 28, 30, 31, 34, 35, 16, 17, 2, 3
Power Steering Pressure Switch....... 8Wa-30-23
Powertrain Control Module . . . 8Wa-30-10, 13, 20, 8,
11, 14, 15, 18, 19, 21, 9, 23, 4, 12, 16, 17, 2, 22, 3,
6, 7, 5
Radiator Fan Motor................. 8Wa-30-23
Radiator Fan Relay................. 8Wa-30-23
Right Speed Control Switch......... 8Wa-30-33, 7
Shifter Assembly................. 8Wa-30-8, 32
Speed Control Servo................. 8Wa-30-8
Starter Motor Relay................ 8Wa-30-13
Throttle Position Sensor.......... 8Wa-30-21, 22
Transfer Case Position Sensor.... 8Wa-30-9, 23, 32
Transmission Control Module . . 8Wa-30-10, 8, 22, 6
Transmission Solenoid/Trs Assembly.... 8Wa-30-10
Water In Fuel Sensor............... 8Wa-30-29
KJ8W-30 FUEL/IGNITION SYSTEM8Wa-30-1
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Component Page
Sunroof Switch.................... 8Wa-80-95
Tailgate Cylinder Lock Switch......... 8Wa-80-95
Tailgate Flip-Up Ajar Switch.......... 8Wa-80-95
Tailgate Lock Motor/Ajar Switch....... 8Wa-80-95
Throttle Position Sensor............. 8Wa-80-96
Trailer Tow Brake Lamp Relay........ 8Wa-80-96
Trailer Tow Circuit Breaker.......... 8Wa-80-96
Trailer Tow Connector............... 8Wa-80-96
Trailer Tow Left Turn Relay.......... 8Wa-80-97Component Page
Trailer Tow Relay.................. 8Wa-80-97
Trailer Tow Right Turn Relay......... 8Wa-80-97
Transfer Case Position Sensor......... 8Wa-80-97
Transmission Control Module (3.7L).... 8Wa-80-98
Transmission Solenoid/TRS Assembly
(3.7L).......................... 8Wa-80-99
Washer Fluid Level Switch........... 8Wa-80-99
Washer Pump.................... 8Wa-80-100
Water In Fuel Sensor (Diesel)........ 8Wa-80-100
8Wa - 80 - 4 8W-80 CONNECTOR PIN-OUTSKJ
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WASHER PUMP - BLACK 2 WAY
CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
1 V20 18BK/WT WASHER MOTOR SENSE
2 V10 18BR WASHER PUMP DRIVER
WATER IN FUEL SENSOR (DIESEL) - GRAY 2 WAY
CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
1 G123 20DG/WT WATER IN FUEL SENSOR SIGNAL
2 K4 18BK/LB SENSOR GROUND
8Wa - 80 - 100 8W-80 CONNECTOR PIN-OUTSKJ
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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)ÐPERFORMANCE 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.
4. Faulty coil. 4. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
IGNITION CONTROL/IGNITION
COIL - REMOVAL).
9 - 4 ENGINE - 3.7LKJ
ENGINE - 3.7L (Continued)
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CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTION
5. Incorrect cam timing. 5. (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/VALVE
TIMING - STANDARD
PROCEDURE).
1. ENGINE LOSS OF POWER 1. Dirty or incorrectly gapped spark
plugs.1. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
IGNITION CONTROL/SPARK PLUG
- CLEANING).
2. Dirt or water in fuel system. 2. Clean system and replace fuel
filter.
3. Faulty fuel pump. 3. (Refer to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/
FUEL DELIVERY/FUEL PUMP -
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING).
4. Blown cylinder head gasket. 4. Replace cylinder head gasket.
5. Low compression. 5. (Refer to 9 - ENGINE -
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING), repair
as necessary.
6. Burned, warped or pitted valves. 6. Replace as necessary.
7. Plugged or restricted exhaust
system.7. Inspect and replace as
necessary.
8. Faulty coil. 8. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
IGNITION CONTROL/IGNITION
COIL - REMOVAL).
9. Incorrect cam timing. 9. Refer to Engine TIming in this
section.
1. ENGINE MISSES ON
ACCELERATION1. Spark plugs dirty or incorrectly
gapped.1. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
IGNITION CONTROL/SPARK PLUG
- CLEANING).
2. Dirt in fuel system. 2. Clean fuel system.
3. Burned, warped or pitted valves. 3. Replcae as necessary.
4. Faulty coil. 4. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
IGNITION CONTROL/IGNITION
COIL - REMOVAL).
1. ENGINE MISSES AT HIGH
SPEED1. Spark plugs dirty or incorrectly
gapped.1. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
IGNITION CONTROL/SPARK PLUG
- CLEANING).
2. Faulty coil. 2. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
IGNITION CONTROL/IGNITION
COIL - REMOVAL).
3. Dirt or water in fuel system. 3. Clean system and replace fuel
filter.
KJENGINE - 3.7L 9 - 5
ENGINE - 3.7L (Continued)
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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) Secure the throttle in the wide-open position.
(4) Disable the fuel system (Refer to 14 - FUEL
SYSTEM/FUEL DELIVERY - DESCRIPTION).
(5) Remove the ASD relay (Refer to 8 - ELECTRI-
CAL/IGNITION CONTROL/AUTO SHUT DOWN
RELAY - REMOVAL).
(6) Insert a compression pressure gauge and rotate
the engine with the engine starter motor for three
revolutions.
(7) Record the compression pressure on the 3rd
revolution. Continue the test for the remaining cylin-
ders.
(8) (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.
(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 .
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