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(clearance between piston O.D. and cylinder) minus
0.02 mm which is the boring margin. (3) Bore all cylinders to calculated boring finish di-
mension. Then bore the final finish dimension (piston
O.D. plus cylinder clearance). (4) Check clearance between piston and cylinder,
clearance should be 0.03 to 0.05 mm (.0012 to .002
inch).
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM
The lubrication system is a full flow filtration pres-
sure feed type. Oil, stored in the oil pan, is taken in
and discharged by a internal gear type oil pump di-
rectly coupled to the crankshaft and its pressure is
regulated by a relief valve. The oil is fed through an
oil filter and to the crankshaft journals from the oil gallery in the cylinder block. This gallery also feeds
oil under pressure to the cylinder heads. It then
flows from a camshaft bearing cap on each cylinder
head through passages in the rocker shafts to the
rocker arm pivots, auto lash adjusters, and camshaft
journals (Fig. 1).
Fig. 18 Measure Piston
Fig. 1 Engine Oiling
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OIL PAN
The oil pan is made of sheet metal and is provided
with a baffle-plate to prevent fluctuations in the oil
level while the vehicle is running (Fig. 2).
OIL PAN SEALING AND INSTALLATION
Oil pan to crankcase sealing is provided with Mo-
par Silicone Rubber Adhesive Sealant or equivalent
gasket material. See Form-In-Place Gaskets in Stan-
dard Service Procedures. (1) Apply sealant as shown in (Fig. 3).
(2) Install pan and tighten screws to 6 N Im (50 in.
lbs.) in sequence shown in (Fig. 4).
OIL PUMP SERVICE
The oil pump assembly is mounted on the timing
belt end of the cylinder block with the inner pump
rotor indexed and installed on the crankshaft nose.
(Fig. 5). The oil pump case also retains the crankshaft front
oil seal and provides oil pan front end closure.
REMOVAL
Remove accessory drive system. Refer to Accessory
Drive Service in this group. Remove 5 bolts that attach oil pump to block (Fig.
6).
INSPECTION OIL PUMP
(1) Check oil pump case for damage and remove
rear cover. (2) Remove pump rotors and inspect case for exces-
sive wear. (3) Measure clearance between case and inner ro-
tor (Fig. 8). (4) Insert the rotor into the oil pump case (Figs. 9
and 10) and measure clearance with a feeler gauge
as indicated.
Fig. 2 Oil Pan
Fig. 3 Oil Pan Sealing
Fig. 4 Oil Pan Screw Tightening Sequence
Fig. 5 Oil Pump-Installed
Fig. 6 Oil Pump Assembly
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(5) Replace if out of limits.
OIL RELIEF PLUNGER
(1) Check that the oil relief plunger slides
smoothly. (2) Check for broken relief spring.
INSTALLATION
(1) Clean block and pump surfaces.
(2) Install new gasket (Fig. 7) make sure correct
length bolts are used (Fig. 6). (3) Torque bolts to 13 N Im (120 in. lbs.).
CHECKING ENGINE OIL PRESSURE
Check oil pressure using gauge at oil pressure
switch location. Oil pressure should be 41 kPa ( 6
psi.) at idle or 241 to 517 kPa (35 to 75 psi.) at 3000
RPM. (1) Remove pressure sending unit and install oil
pressure gauge. (Fig. 11)
CAUTION: If oil pressure is 0 at idle, Do Not Run
engine at 3000 RPM .
(2) Warm engine at high idle until thermostat
opens.
Fig. 7 Oil Pump Components
Fig. 8 Inner Rotor to Case
Fig. 9 Checking Clearance-Between Outer Rotor and Case
Fig. 10 Checking Rotor End Clearance
Fig. 11 Checking Oil Pump Pressure
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OIL FILTER AND BRACKET
BRACKET INSPECTION
(1) Check the oil filter mounting surface. The sur-
face must be smooth, flat and free of debris or old
pieces of rubber (Fig. 12). (2) Check bracket for cracks and oil leaks.
OIL FILTER
CAUTION: When servicing the oil filter (Fig. 16)
avoid deforming the filter can by installing the re-
move/install tool band strap against the can-to-base
lockseam. The lockseam joining the can to the base
is reinforced by the base plate.
(1) Turn counter clockwise to remove.
(2) To install, lubricate new filter gasket. Screw
filter on until gasket contacts base. Tighten 1 turn.
Fig. 12 Oil Filter and Bracket
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ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
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ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS (CONT.)
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TORQUE
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3.3/3.8L ENGINE INDEX
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Camshaft .............................. 112
Camshaft BearingsÐEngine Removed From Vehicle .............................. 113
Checking Engine Oil Pressure .............. 125
Connecting Rods ........................ 118
Crankshaft Oil Seals Service ............... 121
Crankshaft Service ...................... 118
Cylinder Block, Piston and Connecting Rod Assembly Service ...................... 114
Cylinder Heads ......................... 102
Engine Assembly ........................ 101
Engine Core Oil and Cam Plugs ............ 113
Engine Lubrication System ................ 122 Engine Mounts
.......................... 99
Engine Specifications ..................... 126
General Information ....................... 98
Hydraulic Tappets ....................... 108
Installing Piston and Connecting Rod Assembly . 117
Intake Manifold Sealing ................... 104
Oil Filter .............................. 125
Oil Pan Service ......................... 122
Oil Pump Service ....................... 123
Rocker Arms and Shaft Assembly ........... 102
Timing Chain Cover, Oil Seal and Chain ...... 109
Valve Service .......................... 104
Valve Timing ........................... 109
GENERAL INFORMATION
ENGINE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER OR CODE
The engine identification number is located on the
rear of the cylinder block just below the cylinder
head (Fig. 2). ENGINE: The 3.3L (201 Cubic. Inches.) and 3.8L
(231 Cubic. Inches.) displacement engines are 60É V
type six cylinder power plant with cast iron cylinder
block and aluminum cylinder heads (Fig. 1). Firing
order for these engines is 1-2-3-4-5-6. High turbu-
lence cylinder heads allow a 8.9-1 compression ratio. CRANKSHAFT: The nodular iron crankshaft is
supported by four main bearings, with number two being the thrust bearing. Crankshaft end sealing is
provided by front and rear rubber seal. PISTONS: The pistons are cast aluminum alloy.
Three rings are used. Piston pins, press fitted into
place, join the pistons to forged steel connecting rods. CAMSHAFT: The nodular iron camshaft is
mounted in four steel backed babbitt bearings. A
thrust plate located in front of the first bearing, and
bolted to the block, controls end play. Silent timing
chain drives the camshaft. This chain is enclosed by
a cast aluminum cover which also carries a front
crankshaft seal, provides front oil pan closure, water
pump mounting.
SPECIFICATIONS
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