
FUEL DELIVERY SYSTEM INDEX
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Chassis Fuel Tubes ...................... 11
Flexible Fuel Components ................... 3
Fuel FilterÐAll Vehicles .................... 9
Fuel Hoses, Clamps, and Quick Connect Fittings . 10
Fuel Pump Assembly ...................... 5
Fuel Pump Module Installation ............... 9
Fuel Pump Module Removal ................. 8
Fuel Pump Pressure TestÐ2.2L/2.5L TBI and 3.0L MPI Engines ........................... 7
Fuel Pump Pressure TestÐAll Except 2.2L/2.5L TBI and 3.0L MPI ....................... 6
Fuel Pump Strainer Service .................. 9 Fuel System Pressure
...................... 6
Fuel System Pressure Release ProcedureÐ 2.2L/2.5L TBI ........................... 4
Fuel System Pressure Release ProcedureÐ3.0L . . 5
Fuel System Pressure Release ProcedureÐExcept 2.2L/2.5L TBI and 3.0L ................... 4
General Information ........................ 3
Identifying Flexible Fuel Components .......... 3
Mechanical Malfunctions .................... 8
Methanol Concentration SensorÐFlexible Fuel AA-Body .............................. 4
Service Precautions for Flexible Fuel Vehicles .... 3
GENERAL INFORMATION
Beginning this model year, Chrysler began produc-
ing AA-Body vehicles designed to operate on a mix-
ture of gasoline and methanol. These automobiles are
referred to as Flexible Fuel vehicles. Flexible fuel vehicles can operate on a mixture of
up to 85 percent methanol, 15 percent unleaded gas-
oline. These vehicles also operate on mixtures con-
taining a lower percentage of methanol or just pure
unleaded gasoline. In many cases, the procedures for servicing flexible
fuel components is identical to gasoline only compo-
nents. Refer to the particular Service Procedure in
this section. If the service procedure for flexible fuel
component differs from a gasoline only component,
the title of each service procedure identifies the ap-
plication.
SERVICE PRECAUTIONS FOR FLEXIBLE FUEL
VEHICLES
Methanol is more toxic than gasoline. Always re-
lease fuel system pressure before servicing fuel sys-
tem components and wear methanol resistant gloves
and eye protection. Avoid breathing methanol vapors or ingesting
methanol. Headaches, dizziness and even uncon-
sciousness could result from breathing these vapors.
Serious injury, blindness and even death could result
from ingesting methanol. Methanol vapors are extremely flammable and can
travel along the ground. Service vehicles in well ven-
tilated areas and avoid ignition sources. Never
smoke while servicing the vehicle. Do not allow methanol to contact skin. Prolonged
contact with methanol can cause dry skin or an al-
lergic skin reaction. Also, prolonged contact could re-
sult in absorption through the skin.
IDENTIFYING FLEXIBLE FUEL COMPONENTS
Flexible Fuel vehicles have unique methanol com-
patible fuel system components. Chrysler identifies
methanol compatible components that could be phys-
ically interchanged with gasoline only parts by color-
ing them green or applying a green label or tag to
them. Even though they may appear physically iden-
tical, components for gasoline only vehicles must not
be used on flexible fuel vehicles.
FLEXIBLE FUEL COMPONENTS
Flexible fuel AA-body vehicles uses many unique
fuel system components. The unique parts are green
in appearance or have a green tag or label attached
to them. While components used on gasoline only ve-
hicles may look similar or identical, they cannot be
used on flexible fuel vehicles. When servicing a com-
ponent, always use an original equipment or equiva-
lent flexible fuel replacement. The fuel system of flexible fuel AA-body vehicles
have the following unique components.
² Fuel pump module
² Fuel level sensor
² Fuel gauge (gauge cluster).
² Fuel tank
² Fuel pressure regulator (including O-rings)
² Fuel rail
² Fuel injectors (including O-rings)
² Fuel tubes
² Fuel filter
² EVAP canister
² Fuel filler cap
² Fuel filler tube
² Pressure relief/Rollover valve
² All fuel system and emission system hoses and
tubes
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(2) Remove fuel pump and O-ring seal from tank.
Discard old seal.
FUEL PUMP MODULE INSTALLATION
WARNING: FUEL PUMP MODULES DESIGNED FOR
GASOLINE ONLY VEHICLES CANNOT BE USED ON
FLEXIBLE FUEL AA-BODY VEHICLES. WHEN SER-
VICING THE FUEL SYSTEM OF A FLEXIBLE FUEL
VEHICLE, ONLY USE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT OR
EQUIVALENT REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS.
(1) Wipe seal area of tank clean and place a new
O-ring seal in position on pump. (2) Position fuel pump in tank with locking ring.
(3) Using a hammer and brass drift, drive ring
around in clockwise direction to lock pump in place.
CAUTION: Over tightening the pump lock ring
may result in a leak.
(4) Install tank. Refer to the Fuel Tank Section in
this Group.
FUEL PUMP STRAINER SERVICE
WARNING: RELEASE FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE
BEFORE SERVICING FUEL SYSTEM COMPONENTS.
WHEN SERVICING FLEXIBLE FUEL VEHICLES,
WEAR METHANOL RESISTANT GLOVES AND EYE
PROTECTION AND AVOID BREATHING FUMES. DO
NOT ALLOW METHANOL/GASOLINE MIXTURES TO
CONTACT SKIN. SERVICE VEHICLES IN WELL VEN-
TILATED AREAS AND AVOID IGNITION SOURCES.
NEVER SMOKE WHILE SERVICING THE VEHICLE.
REMOVAL
(1) Remove fuel pump module. Refer to Fuel Pump
Module in this section. (2) Bend locking tabs on fuel pump reservoir as-
sembly to clear locking tangs on the fuel pump
strainer (Fig. 12). (3) Pull strainer off.
(4) Remove strainer O-ring from the fuel pump
reservoir body. (5) Remove any contaminants by washing the in-
side of the fuel tank.
INSTALLATION
WARNING: FUEL STRAINERS (AND O-RINGS) DE-
SIGNED FOR GASOLINE ONLY VEHICLES CANNOT
BE USED ON FLEXIBLE FUEL AA-BODY VEHICLES.
WHEN SERVICING THE FUEL SYSTEM OF A FLEX-
IBLE FUEL VEHICLE, ONLY USE ORIGINAL EQUIP-
MENT OR EQUIVALENT REPLACEMENT
COMPONENTS.
(1) Lubricate the strainer O-ring with Mopar Sili-
cone Spray Lube. (2) Insert strainer O-ring into outlet of strainer so
that it sits evenly on the step inside the outlet. (3) Push strainer onto the inlet of the fuel pump
reservoir body. Make sure the locking tabs on the
reservoir body lock over the locking tangs on the
strainer. (4) Install fuel pump module. Refer to Fuel Pump
Module in this section.
FUEL FILTERÐALL VEHICLES
WARNING: RELEASE FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE
BEFORE SERVICING FUEL SYSTEM COMPONENTS.
WHEN SERVICING FLEXIBLE FUEL VEHICLES,
WEAR METHANOL RESISTANT GLOVES AND EYE
PROTECTION AND AVOID BREATHING FUMES. DO
NOT ALLOW METHANOL/GASOLINE MIXTURES TO
CONTACT SKIN. SERVICE VEHICLES IN WELL VEN-
TILATED AREAS AND AVOID IGNITION SOURCES.
NEVER SMOKE WHILE SERVICING THE VEHICLE.
Fig. 11 Fuel Pump Service
Fig. 12 Fuel Strainer Service
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REMOVAL
(1) Perform the Fuel System Pressure Release pro-
cedure. (2) ) Remove the fuel filter retaining screw (Fig.
13). Remove fuel filter from mounting plate.
(3) Wrap a shop towel around hoses to absorb fuel.
Remove quick-connect fittings at filter and fuel supply
tube. Refer to Quick-Connect Fittings in this section.
INSTALLATION
WARNING: FUEL FILTERS DESIGNED FOR GASO-
LINE ONLY VEHICLES CANNOT BE USED ON
FLEXIBLE FUEL AA-BODY VEHICLES. WHEN SER-
VICING THE FUEL SYSTEM OF A FLEXIBLE FUEL
VEHICLE, ONLY USE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT OR
EQUIVALENT REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS.
(1) Connect quick-connect fuel fittings to the filter
and fuel supply line. Refer to Quick-Connect Fittings
in this section. (2) Position filter assembly on mounting plate and
tighten mounting screw to 8 N Im (75 in. lbs.) torque.
CAUTION: When using the ASD Fuel System Test,
the Auto Shutdown (ASD) Relay remains energized
for either 7 minutes, until the test is stopped, or un-
til the ignition switch is turned to the Off position.
(3) Place the ignition key in the ON position. Us-
ing the DRBII scan tool, access ASD Fuel System
Test. The ASD Fuel System Test will activate the
fuel pump and pressurize the system. Inspect for
leaks.
FUEL HOSES, CLAMPS, AND QUICK CONNECT
FITTINGS
HOSES AND CLAMPS
WARNING: RELEASE FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE
BEFORE SERVICING FUEL SYSTEM COMPONENTS. WHEN SERVICING FLEXIBLE FUEL VEHICLES,
WEAR METHANOL RESISTANT GLOVES AND EYE
PROTECTION AND AVOID BREATHING FUMES. DO
NOT ALLOW METHANOL/GASOLINE MIXTURES TO
CONTACT SKIN. SERVICE VEHICLES IN WELL VEN-
TILATED AREAS AND AVOID IGNITION SOURCES.
NEVER SMOKE WHILE SERVICING THE VEHICLE.
WARNING: FUEL SYSTEM HOSES AND TUBES DE-
SIGNED FOR GASOLINE ONLY VEHICLES CANNOT
BE USED ON FLEXIBLE FUEL VEHICLES. WHEN
SERVICING THE FUEL SYSTEM OF A FLEXIBLE
FUEL VEHICLE, ONLY USE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT
OR EQUIVALENT REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS.
Inspect all hose connections (clamps and quick con-
nect fittings) for completeness and make sure they
are not leaking. Hoses that are cracked, scuffed,
swelled, rub against other vehicle components or
show any sign of wear, should be replaced.
When installing hoses, route them away from compo-
nents they could rub against. Avoid contact with clamps
or other components that cause abrasions or scuffing.
Ensure rubber hoses are properly routed and avoid heat
sources. The clamps have rolled edge to prevent the clamp
from cutting into the hose. Only use clamps that are
original equipment or equivalent. Other types of clamps
may cut into the hoses and cause high pressure fuel
leaks. Tighten hose clamps to 1 N Im (10 in. lbs.) torque.
QUICK CONNECT FITTINGS
Most fuel lines have quick connect fittings. The fit-
tings speed up the installation and removal of fuel
lines (Fig. 14). Quick connect fittings consist of a metal casing, a
black plastic release ring, a metal locking retainer,
and internal O-rings.
METAL QUICK CONNECT FITTINGS
The fuel filter and fuel rail use steel quick-connect
fittings. The fitting contains non-serviceable sealed
O-rings. The fittings contain a plastic disconnect tool.
The quick-connect fitting consists of the O-rings, cas-
ing, disconnect tool and a retainer (Fig. 14). When the
Fig. 13 Fuel Filter
Fig. 14 Metal Quick-Connect Fittings
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FUEL TANKS INDEX
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Flexible Fuel Vehicles ..................... 14
Fuel Pump Module ....................... 18
Fuel Reservoir ........................... 18
Fuel System Pressure Release ProcedureÐ 2.2L/2.5L TBI .......................... 15
Fuel System Pressure Release ProcedureÐ3.0L . 15
Fuel System Pressure Release ProcedureÐ Except 2.2L/2.5L TBI and 3.0L ............. 15 Fuel Tank
.............................. 16
Fuel Tank Level Sensor ................... 18
Fuel Tank Pressure Relief and Roll-Over Valve . . 20
General Information ....................... 14
Identifying Flexible Fuel Components .......... 14
Methanol Concentration Sensor .............. 18
Pressure Vacuum Fuel Filler Tube Cap ........ 14
Service Precautions for Flexible Fuel Vehicles . . . 14
GENERAL INFORMATION
The fuel tanks of Chrysler Corporation built vehi-
cles are equipped with fuel and vapor controls that
allow the vehicle to pass a full 360É rollover. The fuel delivery system used on front wheel drive
vehicles contains a fuel tank pressure relief/rollover
valve. The valve mounts on the top of the fuel tank.
The valve functions as a pressure relief valve while
the vehicle is upright. The valve also contains a
check valve that prevents fuel from escaping the fuel
tank if the vehicle turns over. The fuel filler cap also acts as a pressure/vacuum
valve. When pressure inside the fuel tank gets too
high or too low, the fuel filler cap opens to relieve
the difference in air pressure. An evaporation control system restricts fuel evapo-
ration into the atmosphere and reduces unburned hy-
drocarbons. Vapors from the fuel tank are collected
in a charcoal filled canister. The vapors are held in
the canister until the engine is operating. When the
engine operates, vapors are drawn through the in-
take manifold into the combustion chambers.
FLEXIBLE FUEL VEHICLES
Beginning this model year, Chrysler began produc-
ing AA-Body vehicles designed to operate on a mix-
ture of gasoline and methanol. These automobiles are
referred to as Flexible Fuel Vehicles. Flexible fuel vehicles can operate on a mixture of
up to 85 percent methanol, 15 percent unleaded gas-
oline. These vehicles also operate on mixtures con-
taining a lower percentage of methanol or just pure
unleaded gasoline. In many cases, the procedures for servicing flexible
fuel components is identical to gasoline only compo-
nents. Refer to the particular Service Procedure in
this section. If the service procedure for flexible fuel
component differs from a gasoline only component,
the title of each service procedure identifies the ap-
plication.
IDENTIFYING FLEXIBLE FUEL COMPONENTS
Flexible Fuel vehicles have unique methanol com-
patible fuel system components. Chrysler identifies
methanol compatible components that could be phys-
ically interchanged with gasoline only parts by color-
ing them green or applying a green label or tag to
them. Even though they may appear physically iden-
tical, components for gasoline only AA-body vehicles
must not be used on flexible fuel vehicles.
SERVICE PRECAUTIONS FOR FLEXIBLE FUEL
VEHICLES
Methanol is more toxic than gasoline. Always re-
lease fuel system pressure before servicing fuel sys-
tem components and wear methanol resistant gloves
and eye protection. Avoid breathing methanol vapors or ingesting
methanol. Headaches, dizziness and even uncon-
sciousness could result from breathing these vapors.
Serious injury, blindness and even death could result
from ingesting methanol. Methanol vapors are extremely flammable and can
travel along the ground. Service vehicles in well ven-
tilated areas and avoid ignition sources. Never
smoke while servicing the vehicle. Do not allow methanol to contact skin. Prolonged
contact with methanol can cause dry skin or an al-
lergic skin reaction. Also, prolonged contact could re-
sult in absorption through the skin.
PRESSURE VACUUM FUEL FILLER TUBE CAP
WARNING: REMOVE FUEL FILLER TUBE CAP TO
RELIEVE TANK PRESSURE BEFORE REMOVING
OR REPAIRING FUEL SYSTEM COMPONENTS.
The loss of any fuel or vapor out of the filler tube
neck is prevented by the use of a safety filler cap.
The cap releases only under significant pressure 10.9
to 13.45 kPa (1.58 to 1.95 psi). The vacuum release
for all gas caps is between .97 and 2.0 kPa (.14 and
.29 psi). The cap must be replaced by a similar unit
in order for the system to remain effective.
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(2) From inside the vehicle, hold up the pedal and
install the throttle cable and cable retainer in the
upper end of the pedal shaft. (3) From the engine compartment, hold the throt-
tle body lever in the wide open position and install
the throttle cable.
THROTTLE CABLE
REMOVAL
(1) Working from the engine compartment, hold
throttle lever in the wide open position and remove
the throttle cable from the throttle body cam (Fig. 3,
4, 5, 6 and 7).
(2) From inside the vehicle, hold the throttle pedal
up and remove the cable retainer and cable from up-
per end of pedal shaft (Fig. 1 and Fig. 2). (3) Remove retainer clip from throttle cable and
grommet at the dash panel (Fig. 2). (4) From the engine compartment, pull the throttle
cable out of the dash panel grommet. The grommet
should remain in the dash panel. (5) Remove the throttle cable from the throttle
bracket by carefully compressing both retaining tabs
simultaneously. Gently pull throttle cable from throt-
tle bracket.
INSTALLATION
(1) From the engine compartment, push the hous-
ing end fitting into the dash panel grommet. (2) Install cable housing (throttle body end) into
the cable mounting bracket on the engine. (3) From inside the vehicle, hold up pedal and feed
throttle cable core wire through hole in upper end of
the pedal shaft. Install cable retainer (Fig. 2). (4) Install cable retainer clip (Fig. 2).
(5) From the engine compartment, rotate the throt-
tle lever to the wide open position and install throt-
tle cable.
Fig. 3 Throttle Cable Attachment to Throttle BodyÐ2.2L/2.5L TBI Engine
Fig. 4 Throttle Cable Attachment to ThrottleBodyÐ2.5L MPI Flexible Fuel Engine
Fig. 5 Throttle Cable Attachment to Throttle BodyÐTurbo III Engine
Fig. 6 Throttle Cable Attachment to Throttle BodyÐ3.0L Engine
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2.2L/2.5L SINGLE POINT FUEL INJECTIONÐSYSTEM OPERATION INDEX
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Air Conditioning (A/C) Clutch RelayÐPCM Output.28
Air Conditioning Switch SenseÐPCM Input ..... 26
Auto Shutdown (ASD) Relay and Fuel Pump RelayÐPCM Output ..................... 29
Battery VoltageÐPCM Input ................ 26
Brake SwitchÐPCM Input .................. 26
EVAP Canister Purge SolenoidÐPCM Output . . . 29
CCD Bus .............................. 25
Coolant Temperature SensorÐPCM Input ...... 26
Data Link ConnectorÐPCM Output ........... 30
Distributor (Hall Effect) Pick-UpÐPCM Input .... 26
Electric Electronic Gas RecirculationÐPCM Output.30
Fuel InjectorÐPCM Output ................. 31
Fuel Pressure Regulator ................... 33
General Information ....................... 24
Generator FieldÐPCM Output ............... 31
Heated Oxygen Sensor (O
2Sensor)ÐPCM Input . 27
Idle Air Control MotorÐPCM Output .......... 29 Ignition CoilÐPCM Output
.................. 31
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine)ÐPCM Output ............................... 30
Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) SensorÐPCM Input ................................ 27
Modes of Operation ....................... 32
Part Throttle Unlock SolenoidÐPCM Output .... 31
Powertrain Control Module ................. 25
Radiator Fan RelayÐPCM Output ............ 31
Speed Control SolenoidsÐPCM Output ........ 31
Speed ControlÐPCM Input ................. 27
System Diagnosis ........................ 25
TachometerÐPCM Output .................. 32
Throttle Body ............................ 33
Throttle Position Sensor (TPS)ÐPCM Input ..... 28
Transaxle Park/Neutral SwitchÐPCM Input ..... 28
Vehicle Speed SensorÐPCM Input ........... 28
GENERAL INFORMATION
The computer regulated, Electronic Fuel Injection
System (Fig. 1) provides a precise air/fuel ratio for
all driving conditions. The fuel injection system is
controlled by the powertrain control module (PCM).
The PCM is a pre-programmed digital computer. The
PCM regulates ignition timing, air-fuel ratio, emission
control devices, cooling fan, charging system, speed con-
trol, and idle speed. The PCM can adapt its requirement
to meet changing operating conditions.
Fig. 1 Electronic Fuel Injection Components
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Various sensors provide the inputs necessary for
the PCM to correctly regulate fuel flow at the fuel
injector. These include the manifold absolute pres-
sure, throttle position, oxygen sensor, coolant tem-
perature, and vehicle speed sensors. In addition to
the sensors, various switches and relays provide im-
portant information and system control. The inputs
include the park/neutral switch and air conditioning
clutch switch. The outputs include the auto shutdown
relay and fuel pump relay. All inputs to the PCM are converted into signals.
Based on these inputs the PCM adjusts air-fuel ratio,
ignition timing and other controlled outputs. The
PCM adjusts the air-fuel ratio by changing the injec-
tor pulse width. Injector pulse width is the period of
time the injector is energized.
SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS
The PCM tests many of its own input and output
circuits. If a fault is found in a major system, the in-
formation is stored in memory. Technicians can dis-
play fault information through the instrument panel
Malfunction Indicator lamp (instrument panel Check
Engine lamp) or by connecting the DRBII scan tool.
For diagnostic trouble code information, refer to On
Board Diagnostics in 2.2L/2.5L Single Point Fuel In-
jectionÐGeneral Diagnosis section of this group.
CCD BUS
Various modules exchange information through a
communications port called the CCD Bus. The pow-
ertrain control module (PCM) transmits vehicle load
data on the CCD Bus.
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE
The powertrain control module (PCM) is a digital
computer containing a microprocessor (Fig. 2). The
PCM receives input signals from various switches
and sensors that are referred to as PCM Inputs.
Based on these inputs, the PCM adjusts various en-
gine and vehicle operations through devices that are
referred to as PCM Outputs. PCM Inputs:
² Air Conditioning Controls
² Battery Voltage
² Brake Switch
² Coolant Temperature Sensor
² Distributor (Hall Effect) Pick-up
² Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) Sensor
² Oxygen Sensor
² SCI Receive
² Speed Control System Controls
² Throttle Position Sensor
² Park/Neutral Switch (automatic transaxle)
² Vehicle Speed Sensor
PCM Outputs:
² Air Conditioning Clutch Relay
² Generator Field ²
Idle Air Control Motor
² Auto Shutdown (ASD) Relay
² Canister Purge Solenoid
² Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) Lamp
² Data Link Connector (Diagnostic Connector)
² Electronic EGR Transducer
² Fuel Injector
² Ignition Coil
² Part Throttle Unlock Solenoid (Automatic Tran-
saxle)
² Radiator Fan Relay
² Speed Control Solenoids
² Tachometer Output
Based on inputs it receives, the PCM adjusts fuel
injector pulse width, idle speed, ignition spark ad-
vance, ignition coil dwell and canister purge opera-
tion. The PCM regulates operation of the EGR,
cooling fan, A/C and speed control systems. The PCM
changes generator charge rate by adjusting the gen-
erator field. The PCM adjusts injector pulse width (air-fuel ra-
tio) based on the following inputs.
² battery voltage
² coolant temperature
² exhaust gas content
² engine speed (distributor pick-up)
² manifold absolute pressure
² throttle position
The PCM adjusts ignition timing based on the fol-
lowing inputs.
² coolant temperature
² engine speed (distributor pick-up)
² manifold absolute pressure
² throttle position
The Auto Shutdown (ASD) and Fuel Pump relays
are mounted externally, but turned on and off by the
PCM through the same circuit. The distributor pick-up signal is sent to the PCM.
If the PCM does not receive a distributor signal
within approximately one second of engine cranking,
Fig. 2 PCM
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it de-activates the ASD relay and fuel pump relay.
When these relays are deactivated, power is shut off
from the fuel injector, fuel pump, ignition coil, and
oxygen sensor heater element. The PCM contains a voltage converter that
changes battery voltage to a regulated 8.0 volts to
power the distributor pick-up and vehicle speed sen-
sor. The PCM also provides a 5.0 volts supply for the
coolant temperature sensor, manifold absolute pres-
sure sensor and throttle position sensor.
AIR CONDITIONING SWITCH SENSEÐPCM INPUT
ALL VEHICLES EXCEPT AC-BODY
When the air conditioning or defrost switch is put
in the ON position and the low pressure and high
pressure switches are closed, the PCM receives an in-
put indicating that the air conditioning has been se-
lected. After receiving this input, the PCM activates
the A/C compressor clutch by grounding the A/C
clutch relay. The PCM also adjusts idle speed to a
scheduled RPM to compensate for increased engine
load.
AC-BODY VEHICLES
When the air conditioning or defrost switch is put
in the ON position and the low pressure switch, high
pressure switch and electronic cycling switch close,
the PCM receives an air conditioning select input.
After receiving this input, the PCM activates the
A/C compressor clutch by grounding the A/C com-
pressor clutch relay. The PCM also adjusts idle speed
to a scheduled RPM to compensate for increased en-
gine load.
BATTERY VOLTAGEÐPCM INPUT
The PCM monitors the battery voltage input to de-
termine fuel injector pulse width and generator field
control. If battery voltage is low, the PCM increases
injector pulse width.
BRAKE SWITCHÐPCM INPUT
When the brake switch is activated, the PCM re-
ceives an input indicating that the brakes are being
applied. After receiving the input, the PCM vents the
speed control servo. Venting the servo turns the
speed control system off.
COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSORÐPCM INPUT
The coolant temperature sensor is installed behind
the thermostat housing and ignition coil in the hot
box. The sensor provides an input voltage to the
PCM (Fig. 3). As coolant temperature varies, the sen-
sors resistance changes, resulting in a different input
voltage to the PCM. The PCM demands slightly richer air-fuel mixtures
and higher idle speeds until the engine reaches nor-
mal operating temperature. This sensor is also used for cooling fan control.
DISTRIBUTOR (HALL EFFECT) PICK-UPÐPCM
INPUT
The distributor pick-up supplies engine speed to
the PCM. The distributor pick-up is a Hall Effect de-
vice (Fig. 4).
A shutter (sometimes referred to as an interrupter)
is attached to the distributor shaft. The shutter con-
tains four blades, one per engine cylinder. A switch
plate is mounted to the distributor housing above the
Fig. 3 Coolant Temperature Sensor
Fig. 4 Distributor Pick-UpÐTypical
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