
to the deck lid open position. If the pull down limit
switch is depressed at this time, the motor should
stop.(c) If these results are not obtained, replace the
pull down motor assembly.
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY
OPERATION
The transmitter has three buttons for operation
(Fig. 11).
² UNLOCK driver's door, enable illuminated entry,
and disarm the Theft Security System. Pushing and
releasing the button once will unlock the driver's
door. Two times within five seconds all doors will un-
lock.
² LOCK all doors, set Theft Security System and
chirp horn. Chirp of horn is a short toot to notify
that the alarm system is set and the indicator lamp
on the instrument panel will flash for about 15 sec-
onds.
² Unlock Trunk Lid
² The receiver is capable of retaining VAC even
when power is removed.
² Each receiver must have at least one and no more
than two transmitters.
CONTROL RANGE
Operation range is within 7 meters (23 ft.) of the
receiver.
TRANSMITTER BATTERY
The battery can be removed without special tools
and are readily available at local retail stores. The
recommended battery is Duracell DL 2016 or equiv-
alent. Battery life is about one to two years.
PROGRAM REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY
(1) Remove trim cover or floor console as needed
that may be covering the Air Bag System Diagnostic
Module (ASDM). (2) Pull floor carpeting back between the accelera-
tor peddle and ASDM. (3) Locate program line a dark green wire with a
insulator on the end. Located between the accelerator
and (ASDM). (4) Turn ignition switch to the ON position.
(5) Connect the program line from the Remote
Keyless Entry Module to ground. The door locks will
lock and unlock to indicate the receiver is ready to
receive transmitter code. Trunk solenoid will not cy-
cle. (6) Press any button on the transmitter to set code.
If there is a second transmitter it has to be set at
this time. The locks will cycle to confirm program-
ming. (7) Disconnect the program line from ground. This
returns the system to its normal operation mode. (8) Replace trim cover or floor console as neces-
sary.
HORN CHIRP CANCELLATION
During the programming operation the horn chirp
can be disabled using the following procedures: (1) Remove trim cover or floor console as needed
that may be covering the Air Bag System Diagnostic
Module (ASDM). (2) Pull floor carpeting back between the accelera-
tor peddle and ASDM. (3) Locate program line a dark green wire with a
insulator on the end. Located between the accelerator
and (ASDM). (4) Turn ignition switch ON.
(5) Connect the program line from the Remote
Keyless Entry Module to ground. The door locks will
lock and unlock to indicate the receiver is ready to
receive transmitter code. Trunk solenoid will not cy-
cle. (6) Press any button on the transmitter to set code.
If there is a second transmitter it has to be set at
this time. The locks will cycle to confirm program-
ming. (7) Press LOCK then UNLOCK transmitter but-
tons repeat three times. (8) Door locks and rear release will cycle three
times as feedback of Horn Chirp lockout. (9) Remove ground from program line to restore
normal system operation. (10) To reinstate the Horn Chirp feature refer to
Program Remote Keyless Entry.
TESTING
CONDITION: When trying to program the receiver
module in the vehicle with a new transmitter and
there is no response from the module, Example: the
door locks do not cycle through a lock/unlock routine.
Refer to Fig. 12 for a block wiring diagram or to
Group 8W, Wiring Diagrams.
Fig. 11 Transmitter
Ä POWER LOCKS 8P - 5

ity 9 and pin 7 of the control module 25-way connec-
tor. The vehicle speed sensor signal can be tested
with a volt/ohmmeter at pin 7 of the control module
25-way connector. Turn on the vehicle ignition and
check fo r a 5 volt signal as the vehicle is moved
about 3 to 5 feet. If not repair open wiring, terminal
push out, bad crimp, drive in vehicle speed sensor,
etc., as necessary to correct condition. Ensure that
the 25-way connector is plugged into the control
module securely. Road test vehicle after repairs have
been made to ensure that no recalls can occur while
moving.
CONDITION: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER SPEEDOMETER STAYS AT 0 MPH/ (0 KM/H)WHILE VEHICLE IS MOVING, BODYCOMPUTER DOES NOT LOCK DOORS AT 15MPH (24 KM/H), AND THE SPEED CONTROLWILL NOT ACCEPT A SPEED SET.
PROCEDURE
(1) Remove driver's seat anchor bolts and nuts. Ad-
just the driver's seat to a safe driving position. Dis-
connect the 25-way connector from the memory seat
control module. Replace the driver's seat anchor bolts
and nuts. Road test the vehicle to complete this diag-
nosis. If the doors lock, the cruise control accepts a
set, and the speedometer now works, replace the
Memory Seat control module. (2) After replacing the Memory Seat control mod-
ule, perform the memory seat diagnostic self tests.
This teaches the new module it's soft limits and now
re-road test the vehicle before returning it to the cus-
tomer.
CONDITION: NO SEAT MOVEMENT IN THE RECALL MODE, SEAT WILL MOVE BYMANUAL SWITCH ACTUATION IN ALLDIRECTIONS WITHOUT STALL DETECTION.
PROCEDURE
(1) Check for 5 volts at pin 10 of the control mod-
ule 25-way connector. This is the 5 volt feed from the
control module to the seat track position sensing po-
tentiometer. (2) Check for ground at pin 8 of the control module
25-way connector. To test for ground, one lead of the
voltmeter must be connected to either the 5 volt sup-
ply for the control module or the battery positive. If
the sense voltage and ground are NOT present at the
above pins of the 21-way control module connector.
When the seat switch is pressed, replace the control
module. An inadvertent application of battery volt-
age to the circuit could damaged the control module.
If the voltage and ground circuits are present then
continue this procedure. (3) Check for 5 volts at pin 5 of the natural 5-way
connector plugged into the power seat adjuster mo-
tors end-bell. (4) Check for ground at pin 4 of the natural 5-way
connector plugged into the power seat adjuster mo-
tors end-bell. If the power seat adjuster still has no
movement in the recall mode, then continue this pro-
cedure. (5) Disconnect the natural 5-way connector from
the power seat adjuster motors end-bell. (6) Check with an ohmmeter for a resistance read-
ing that may be from 2600 to 4000 ohms between
pins 4 and 5 of the motors end-bell connector. If
there is an open circuit reading or the reading ob-
tained falls outside this range, then replace the seat
motor package assembly. After replacement of the
seat motor package, reconnect all wiring connectors
and reinstall seat assembly in vehicle. Operate the
switches manually to cause maximum seat move-
ment in all directions. Perform the memory seat di-
agnostic self check so the control module will learn
the new soft limits of the assembly.
CONDITION: NO SEAT TRACK FORWARD OR REARWARD MOVEMENT IN THE RECALLMODE, SEAT TRACK WILL MOVE FORWARDOR REARWARD BY MANUAL SWITCHACTUATION WITHOUT STALL DETECTION.
PROCEDURE
(1) Check for a voltage at pin 12 of the control
module 21-way connector. Less than 5 volts for the
seat track fully forward and more than 0 volts when
fully rearward. This voltage should vary correspond-
ing to the position. (2) Check for a voltage at pin 1 of the natural
5-way connector, Same as in step (1) above. The
ground lead connected to pin 4 of the 5-way connec-
tor. If the voltage reading is at 0 volts, disconnect
the 5-way natural connector and check for a short to
ground in the harness. If no short is found, reconnect
the connector and continue the procedure. (3) Check for the voltage to vary as noted above, if
it does not vary as the seat track is moved forward
and rearward, the sensing potentiometer is defective.
Replace the seat motor package assembly. After re-
placement of the seat motor package, reconnect all
wiring connectors and reinstall seat assembly in ve-
hicle. Operate the switches manually to cause maxi-
mum seat movement in all directions. Perform the
memory seat diagnostic self check so the control
module will learn the new soft limits of the assem-
bly.
Ä POWER SEATS 8R - 13

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. Engine components which are required for safe op-
eration using fuel containing methanol alcohol are
identified by a standard green color and/or display
the statement methanol compatible imprinted on the
component. To ensure continued safe operation, these
components must be serviced only with genuine MO-
PAR replacement parts. Methanol compatible parts for the 2.5L FFV (Flex-
ible Fuel Vehicle) engine include, but are not limited
to; the valve stem oil seals, all piston rings, the oil
fill cap, the fuel injectors, fuel rail, fuel pressure reg-
ulator, hoses and the vacuum control harness hose. BLOCK: All four cylinder cast iron blocks have
cast-in recesses in the bottom of each cylinder bore to
provide connecting rod clearance; especially needed
for 2.5L engines. The bores are also siamese to min-
imize engine length. A coolant passage is drilled
cross-ways through the siamese section to enhance
between the bore cooling on some engine types. A
partial open deck is used for cooling and weight re-
duction with oil filter, water pump, and distributor
mounting bosses molded into the front (radiator side)
of the block. Nominal wall thickness is 4.5 mm. Five
main bearing bulkheads and a block skirt extending
3 mm below the crankshaft center line add to the
blocks high rigidity with light weight. CRANKSHAFT: A nodular cast iron crankshaft is
used in TBI engines. A forged steel crankshaft is
used in the Turbo III engine. All engines have 5 main bearings, with number 3 flanged to control
thrust. The 60 mm diameter main and 50 mm diam-
eter crank pin journals (all) have undercut radiuses
fillets that are deep rolled for added strength. To op-
timize bearing loading 4 counterweights are used.
Hydrodynamic seals (installed in diecast aluminum
retainers) provide end sealing, where the crankshaft
exits the block. Anaerobic gasket material is used for
retainer-to-block sealing. No vibration damper is
used. A sintered iron (TBI engine and steel billet
Turbo III engines) timing belt sprocket is mounted
on the crankshaft nose. This sprocket provides mo-
tive power; via timing belt to the camshaft and inter-
mediate shaft sprockets (also sintered iron (TBI
engine and steel billet Turbo III engines) providing
timed valve, distributor, and oil pump actuation. PISTONS: Some Chrysler pistons have cast-in
steel struts at the pin bosses for autothermic control.
All 2.2L and 2.5L piston tops have cuts to provide
valve clearance. Some pistons are dished to provide
various compression ratios. Standard 2.2L and 2.5L
engines are designed for 9.5:1 and 8.9:1 compression
ratios respectively. The 2.5L piston is dished and is a
lightweight design to enhance engine smoothness.
The 2.2L turbo III uses dished pistons providing a
8.3:1 compression ratio. All standard 2.2/2.5L and
2.5L FFV engines use pressed-in piston pins to at-
tach forged steel connecting rods, 2.2L turbo III en-
gine uses a full floating piston pin and connecting
rod assembly. PISTONS RINGS: The 2.2/2.5L engines share
common piston rings throughout, including molybde-
num filled top ring for reliable compression sealing
and a tapered faced intermediate ring for additional
cylinder pressure control. The 2.5L FFV engine fea-
ture all chrome rings for enhanced long term dura-
bility under multi-fueled conditions. CYLINDER HEAD: The cylinder head is cast alu-
minum with in-line valves. The 2.2/2.5L and 2.5L
FFV valves are arranged with alternating exhaust
and intake. The intake and exhaust ports are located
in the rearward, facing side of the head. The Turbo
III valves are arranged in two inline banks, with the
ports of the bank of two intake valves per cylinder
facing toward the radiator side of engine and ports of
the bank of two exhaust valve per cylinder facing to-
ward the dash panel. The intake ports feed fast-burn
design combustion chambers (2.2/2.5L and 2.5L FFV
only) with the spark plug located close to the center
line of the combustion chamber for optimum effi-
ciency. An integral oil gallery within the cylinder
head supplies oil to the hydraulic lash adjusters,
camshaft, and valve mechanisms. CAMSHAFT: The nodular iron camshaft has five
bearing journals (2.2/2.5L and 2.5L FFV). The Turbo
III employs dual camshafts that have nine bearing
journals. Flanges at the rear journal control cam-
Fig. 1 Engine Identification
Ä 2.2/2.5L ENGINE 9 - 9

springs using Tool C-3422-B. (2) Remove valve retaining locks, valve spring re-
tainers, valve stem seals and valve springs. (3) Before removing valves, remove any burrs
from valve stem lock grooves to prevent damage
to the valve guides. Identify valves to insure instal-
lation in original location.
VALVE INSPECTION (1) Clean valves thoroughly and discard burned,
warped and cracked valves. (2) Measure valve stems for wear.
(3) If valve stems are worn more than 0.05 mm (.002
inch.) replace valve.
VALVE GUIDES
(1) Remove carbon and varnish deposits from inside
of valve guides with a reliable guide cleaner. (2) Checking Valve Guide Wear:
² Insert valve with valve head positioned 10 mm (.400
inch) above cylinder head gasket surface.
²
Move valve to and from the indicator (Fig. 17). The
total dial indicator reading should not exceed the amount
specified in (Fig. 18). Readings should be taken for length-
wise and crosswise (with respect to cylinder head) move-
ment for each valve. Ream the guides for valves with
oversize stems if dial indicator reading is excessive or if
the stems are scuffed or scored.
(3) Service valves with oversize stems and oversize
seals are available in 0.15mm, (.005 inch) 0.40mm,
(.015 inch) and 0.80mm(.031 inch) oversize. Oversize seals must be used with oversize
valves. Reamers sizes to accommodate the oversize valve
stem are shown in (Fig. 18)
(4) Slowly turn reamer by hand and clean guide thor-
oughly before installing new valve. Do not attempt to
ream the valve guides from standard directly to
0.80mm (.030 inch). Use step procedure of 0.15mm
(.005 inch), 0.40mm (.015 inch) and 0.80mm (.030 inch) so the valve guides may be reamed true in
relation to the valve seat. After reaming guides, the
seat runout should be measured and resurfaced if
necessary. Refer to Refacing Valves and Valve Seats.
Replace cylinder head if guide does not clean
up with 0.80 mm (.030 inch) oversize reamer, or if
guide is loose in cylinder head.
TESTING VALVE SPRINGS
(1) Whenever valves have been removed for inspection,
reconditioning or replacement, valve springs should be
tested. As an example, the compression length of the
spring to be tested is 33.34mm (1-5/16 inches). Turn table
of Tool C-647 until surface is in line with the 33.34mm
(1-5/16 inch) mark on the threaded stud and the zero
mark on the front. Place spring over stud on the table and
lift compressing lever to set tone device (Fig. 20). Pull on
torque wrench until ping is heard. Take reading on torque
wrench at this instant. Multiply this reading by two. This
will give the spring load at test length. Fractional mea-
surements are indicated on the table for finer adjust-
ments. Refer to specifications to obtain specified height
and allowable tensions. Discard the springs that do not
meet specifications.
Fig. 18 Checking Wear on Valve GuideÐTypical
Fig. 19 Valve Guide Specification
Fig. 20 Testing Valve Spring with Tool C-647
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(8) Check the valve spring installed height after
refacing the valve and seat (Fig. 26).
CAUTION: If more than .5mm (.020 inch) must be
ground from the valve tip, check the clearance be-
tween the rocker arm and the valve spring retainer
if below 1.25mm (.050 inch), grind the rocker arm
ears according to the procedure described in Refac-
ing Valves and Valve Seats.
CLEANING
Clean all valve guides, valves and valve spring as-
semblies thoroughly with suitable cleaning solution
before reassembling.
VALVE GEAR REASSEMBLY AFTER VALVE SERVICE (1) Coat valve stems with lubrication oil and insert
in cylinder head. CAUTION: Flexible Fuel Vehicles use unique valve
stem oil seals they are green in color. Standard
valve stem oil seals are NOT to be interchanged with
Flexible Fuel Vehicles engines.
(2) Install new valve stem seals on all valves. The
valve stem seals should be pushed firmly and
squarely over valve guide. The lower edge of the seal
should be resting on the valve guide boss.
CAUTION: When oversize valves are used, the cor-
responding oversize valve seal must also be used.
Excessive guide wear may result if oversize seals
are not used with oversize valves.
(3) Install valve spring seats and springs and re-
tainers. Compress valve springs only enough to in-
stall locks, taking care not to misalign the direction
of compression. Nicked valve stems may result from
misalignment of the valve spring compressor.
CAUTION: When depressing the valve spring retain-
ers with Tool C-3422-B the locks can become dislo-
cated. Check to make sure both locks are in their
correct location after removing tool .
(4) Check installed height of springs. Measurement
is to be taken from the spring seat to the bottom of
the spring retainer. Correct height is 41.2mm to
42.7mm (1.62 to 1.68 inches). If seats have been re-
ground an additional spring seat may be required to
maintain correct installed spring height. (5) Install adjusters, rocker arms in order, and
camshaft as previously described, see Camshaft-In-
stall. Check for clearance between the projecting ears
(either side of valve tip) of the rocker arms and the
valve spring retainers. At least 1.25 mm (.050 inch)
clearance must be present, if necessary, the rocker
arm ears may be ground to obtain this clearance
(Fig. 26). (6) Checking dry lash. Dry lash is the amount of
clearance that exists between the base circle of an in-
stalled cam and the rocker arm roller when the ad-
juster is drained of oil and completely collapsed.
Specified dry lash is 0.62 to 1.52 mm (.024 to .060
inch). To completely collapse adjuster for dry lash
measurement, pry off retainer cap, disassemble,
drain the adjuster of oil, reassemble, and install. Af-
ter performing dry lash check, refill adjuster with oil
(do not reuse retainer cap/s) and allow 10 minutes for
adjuster/s to bleed down before rotating cam.
Fig. 25 Valve Tip to Spring Seat Dimensions
Fig. 26 Checking Spring Installed Height and Spring Retainer Clearance
9 - 30 2.2/2.5L ENGINE Ä

tions. Correct piston to bore clearance must be estab-
lished in order to assure quiet and economical
operation. Chrysler engines use pistons designed specifically for
each engine model. Clearance and sizing locations vary
with respect to engine model. Pistons and cylinder bores should be measured
at normal room temperature, 70ÉF. (21ÉC).
Fig. 7 Piston Installation and Sizing Information
Fig. 8 N.A. (Naturally Aspirated) Pistons
Fig. 9 2.2L Turbo III Piston
Fig. 10 Piston Pin Lock Ring Removal NotchÐTurbo III Engine
Ä 2.2/2.5L ENGINE 9 - 51

PISTONS: Are aluminum alloy with a steel strut,
short height, and thin wall so as to be autothermic
and light weight. The piston head with valve re-
cesses, in combination with the cylinder head, forms
a compact spherical head with clearance for total
valve lift with pistons at top dead center. The piston
skirt, top and second ring lands are finished to a ta-
pered roughness for oil retention and high resistance
to scuffing. Piston pins, press-fitted into place, join
the pistons to the connecting rods. CYLINDER HEAD: The alloy cylinder heads fea- ture cross-flow type intake and exhaust ports. Valve
guides and inserts are hardened cast iron. Valves of
heat resistance steel are arranged i
n a V with each
camshaft on center. To improve combustion speed the
chambers are a compact spherical design with a
squish area of approximately 30 percent of the piston
top area. The cylinder heads are common to either
cylinder bank by reversing the direction of installa-
tion. CAMSHAFTS: Two overhead camshafts provide
valve actuation, one front (radiator side of cylinder
bank) and one rear. The front camshaft is provided
with a distributor drive and is longer. Both cam-
shafts are supported by four bearing journals, thrust
for the front camshaft is taken at journal two and
the rear at journal three. Front and rear camshaft
driving sprockets are interchangeable. The sprockets
and the engine water pump are driven by a single
notched timing belt. ROCKER ARM SHAFTS: The shafts are retained
by the camshaft bearing journal caps. Four shafts are
used, one for each intake and exhaust rocker arm as-
sembly on each cylinder head. The hollow shafts pro-
vide a duct for lubricating oil flow from the cylinder
head to the valve mechanisms. ROCKER ARMS: Are of light weight die-cast
with roller type follower operating against the cam
shaft. The valve actuating end of the rocker arms are
machined to retain hydraulic lash adjusters, elimi-
nating valve lash adjustment. VALVES: Are made of heat resistant steel and are
further treated to resist heat. VALVE SPRINGS: Are especially designed to be
short. The valve spring wire cross-section is oval
SPECIFICATIONS
Fig. 1 Engine Identification
Ä 3.0L ENGINE 9 - 67

PISTON RINGSÐINSTALLATION
(1) The No. 1 and No. 2 piston rings have a differ-
ent cross section. Install rings with manufacturers
mark and size mark facing up, to the top of the pis-
ton (Fig. 10).
CAUTION: Install piston rings in the following or-
der:
(a) Oil ring expander.
(b) Upper oil ring side rail.
(c) Lower oil ring side rail.
(d) No. 2 Intermediate piston ring.
(e) No. 1 Upper piston ring.
(2) Install the side rail by placing one end between
the piston ring groove and the expander. Hold end
firmly and press down the portion to be installed un-
til side rail is in position. Do Not use a piston ring
expander (Fig. 11).
(3) Install upper side rail first and then the lower
side rail. (4) Install No. 2 piston ring and then No. 1 piston
ring (Fig. 12). (5) Position piston ring end gaps as shown in (Fig.
13). (6) Position oil ring expander gap at least 45É from
the side rail gaps but noton the piston pin center or
on the thrust direction. (7) Connecting rod front mark 72 must always face
forward, toward timing belt end. (Fig. 14) (8) Install the piston and connecting rod assembly
into there respective bore from the cylinder block
top.
CAUTION: Piston assemblies are not to be inter-
changed from bank to bank.
(9) Check alignment marks made during disassem-
bly and that bearing position notches new or used
are on the same side as shown in (Fig. 15).
CONNECTING ROD CLEARANCE
(1) Following procedures specified in the Standard
Service Procedures Section for Measuring Main Bear-
ing Clearance and Connecting Rod Bearing Clear-
ance. (Fig. 16). Refer to (Fig. 18) for specifications.
Fig. 10 Piston Ring Installation
Fig. 11 Installing Side Rail
Fig. 12 Installing Upper and Intermediate Rings
Fig. 13 Piston Ring End Gap Position
9 - 84 3.0L ENGINE Ä