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EXHAUST SYSTEM AND INTAKE MANIFOLD
CONTENTS
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GENERAL INFORMATION .................. 1
SERVICE PROCEDURES ................... 4 TORQUE SPECIFICATION
................. 25
GENERAL INFORMATION
Throughout this group, references may be made to
a particular vehicle by letter or number designation.
A chart showing the breakdown of these designations
is included in the Introduction Section at the front of
this service manual.
EXHAUST SYSTEMS
The exhaust systems are produced in several con-
figurations, depending on engine and car line (Fig.
1). One system has an underfloor catalytic converter,
other systems require front mounted catalytic con-
verters. The Turbo III engine requires, a underfloor
converter/resonator assembly. Tail pipes, mufflers,
and resonators are sized and tuned to each vehicle/
powertrain combination (Fig. 2).
EXHAUST BALL JOINT COUPLING
A exhaust ball joint coupling (Fig. 3) is used to se-
cure the exhaust pipe to the engine manifold. This
living joint actually moves back and forth as the en- gine moves, preventing breakage that could occur
from the back-and-forth motion of a transverse
mounted engine. The exhaust ball joint consists of two bolts, two
springs, and a ball joint seal ring which is a separate
part from the exhaust pipe.
CATALYTIC CONVERTER
There is no regularly scheduled maintenance on
any Chrysler catalytic converter. If damaged, the
converter must be replaced.
CAUTION: Due to exterior physical similarities of some
catalytic converters with pipe assemblies, extreme
care should be taken with replacement parts. There is
internal converter differences required in some parts
of the country (particularly California vehicles). The
2.2/2.5L engines equipped with a manual transmission will
have an adaptor for a air injection tube.
Fig. 1 Exhaust System
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HEAT SHIELDS
Heat shields (Fig. 4) are needed to protect both the
car and the environment from the high temperatures
developed in the vicinity of the catalytic converters.
2.2/2.5L engines equipped with manual transmission where air is injected into the catalytic converter's, a
heat shield is welded on the lower bottom of the front
converter. Refer to Body and Sheet Metal, Group 23 for ser-
vice procedures.
Fig. 3 Ball Joint Connection
Fig. 4 Heat Shield Installation
Fig. 2 Exhaust System Components
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CAUTION: Avoid application of rust prevention
compounds or undercoating materials to exhaust
system floor pan heat shields on cars if equipped.
Light overspray near the edges is permitted. Appli-
cation of coating will greatly reduce the efficiency
of the heat shields resulting in excessive floor pan
temperatures and objectionable fumes.
The combustion reaction caused by the catalyst re-
leases additional heat in the exhaust system. Caus-
ing temperature increases in the area of the reactor
under severe operating conditions. Such conditions
can exist when the engine misfires or otherwise does
not operate at peak efficiency. Do notremove spark
plug wires from plugs or by any other means short
out cylinders if exhaust system is equipped with cat-
alytic converter. Failure of the catalytic converter
can occur due to temperature increases caused by un-
burned fuel passing through the converter. The use of the catalysts also involves some non-au-
tomotive problems. Unleaded gasoline must be used
to avoid poisoning the catalyst core. Do not allow en- gine to operate above 1200 RPM in neutral for ex-
tended periods over 5 minutes. This condition may
result in excessive exhaust system/floor pan temper-
atures because of no air movement under the vehicle.
EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION (EGR) SYSTEM
To assist in the control of oxides of nitrogen (NOx)
in engine exhaust, some engines are equipped with
an exhaust gas recirculation system. The use of ex-
haust gas to dilute incoming air/fuel mixtures lowers
peak flame temperatures during combustion, thus
limiting the formation of NOx. Exhaust gases are taken from openings in the ex-
haust gas crossover passage in the intake manifold.
REFER TO SECTION 25 EMISSION SYSTEMS
FOR A COMPLETE DESCRIPTION, DIAGNOSIS
AND SERVICE PROCEDURES ON THE EXHAUST
GAS RECIRCULATION SYSTEM AND COMPO-
NENTS.
EXHAUST SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS
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SERVICE PROCEDURES INDEX
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Exhaust Pipes, Mufflers and Tailpipes .......... 4
Intake and Exhaust Manifolds ServiceÐTBI Engine.6Intake and Exhaust ManifoldsÐFlexible Fuel Engine.7
Intake and Exhaust ManifoldsÐTBI Engine ...... 5
Intake/Exhaust Manifold ServiceÐ3.0L Engine . . . 13
Intake/Exhaust Manifold ServiceÐ3.3/3.8L Engines.19
Intake/Exhaust Manifolds and Turbocharger ServiceÐTurbo III Engine .................. 9
Intake/Exhaust Manifolds ServiceÐFlexible Fuel Engines ............................... 7
EXHAUST PIPES, MUFFLERS AND TAILPIPES
REMOVAL
(1) Raise vehicle on hoist and apply penetrating oil
to clamp bolts and nuts of component being removed. (2) Tail pipes are integral with the muffler (Fig. 5).
Remove clamp at slip joint. Separate at slip joint. (3) Remove clamps and supports (Figs. 6, 7, 8, and 9)
from exhaust system to permit alignment of parts
during assembly. (4) When removing tailpipe, raise rear of vehicle to
relieve body weight from rear springs to provide clear-
ance between pipe and rear axle parts. (5) Clean ends of pipes and/or muffler to assure
mating of all parts. Discard broken or worn insulators,
rusted clamps, supports and attaching parts. When replacement is required on any compo-
nent of the exhaust system, it is most important
that original equipment parts (or their equiva-
lent) be used;
² To insure proper alignment with other parts in the
system.
² Provide acceptable exhaust noise levels and does not
change exhaust system back pressure that could affect
emissions and performance.
INSTALLATION
(1) Assemble ball joint connection pipes, supports
and clamps loosely to permit alignment of all parts.
Fig. 6 Insulator Tail Pipe and Muffler Support
Fig. 7 Underfloor Converter or Extension Pipe SupportÐ2 Places
Fig. 5 Tail Pipe with MufflerÐTypical
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(2) Beginning at the ball joint, align and torque
shoulder bolts (Fig. 3). (3) Working from the front of system, align and
clamp each component to maintain position and
proper clearance with underbody parts (Fig. 10). (4) Tighten all clamps and supports to the proper
torques and clearances.
INTAKE AND EXHAUST MANIFOLDSÐTBI ENGINE
INTAKE MANIFOLD
Naturally Aspirated Die-cast aluminum long-
branch fan design with remote plenum. The throttle
body is installed on the upper plenum of the mani-
fold.
EXHAUST MANIFOLD
All high strength iron casting that intermesh with
the intake manifold. For standard engines a four
branch design collects and directs exhaust gases to
the conical (articulated joint connection) outlet.
THROTTLE BODY AIR HEATER
The throttle body air heater (Fig. 1) is attached to
the exhaust manifold and is removable. Inspect air heater connector tube; replace if dam-
aged. Refer to Emission Control Systems Group 25,
Fig. 9 First Slip Joint Connection
Fig. 10 Exhaust Clearance
Fig. 8 Front Tail Pipe Uni-Clamp
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for diagnostic and service procedures on the air control
valve and temperature sensor located in the air
cleaner.
INTAKE AND EXHAUST MANIFOLDS SERVICEÐTBI
ENGINE
Intake and exhaust manifolds use a one piece gasket.
Service procedures requiring removal and installation
( of either ) must include both manifolds.
FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASE PROCE- DURE
The Fuel System is under a constant pressure
of at least 265 kPa (39 psi). Before servicing the
fuel pump, fuel lines, fuel filter, throttle body or
fuel injector, the fuel system pressure must be
released. (a) Loosen fuel filler cap to release fuel tank pres-
sure. (b) Disconnect injector wiring harness from engine
harness. (c) Connect a jumper wire to ground terminal
Number 1 of the injector harness (Fig. 2) to engine
ground. (d) Connect a jumper wire to the positive terminal
Number 2 of the injector harness (Fig. 2) and touch
the battery positive post for no longer than 5 seconds.
This releases system pressure. (e) Remove jumper wires.
(f) Continue fuel system service.
REMOVAL
(1) Perform fuel system pressure release procedure
before attempting any repairs. (2) Disconnect negative battery cable. Drain cool-
ing system. Refer to Cooling System, Group 7 for pro-
cedure. (3) Remove air cleaner and disconnect all vacuum
lines, electrical wiring and fuel lines from throttle
body. (4) Remove throttle linkage.
(5) Loosen power steering pump and remove belt.
(6) Remove power brake vacuum hose from intake
manifold. (7) Disconnect EGR tube from intake manifold and
remove water hoses from water crossover. (8) Raise vehicle and remove exhaust pipe from
manifold. (9) Remove power steering pump assembly and set
aside. (10) Remove intake manifold retaining screws
(Fig. 3). (11) Lower vehicle and remove intake manifold.
(12) Remove exhaust manifold retaining nuts (Fig.
3). (13) Remove exhaust manifold.
Fig. 2 Injector Harness Connector
Fig. 3 Intake and Exhaust Manifold Attaching PointsÐ2.2/2.5L Engines
Fig. 1 Air HeaterÐTBI Engine
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CLEANING AND INSPECTION
(1) Discard gaskets and clean all gasket surfaces
on both manifolds and on cylinder head. (2) Test gasket surfaces of manifolds for flatness
with a straight edge. Surfaces must be flat within
0.15mm per 300mm (.006 in. per foot) of manifold
length. (3) Inspect manifolds for cracks and distortion.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install a new intake and exhaust manifold gas-
ket. Coat steel gasket lightly with Gasket Sealer on
manifold side. Do notcoat composition gasket with
(any) sealer. (2) Set exhaust manifold in place. Tighten retain-
ing nuts starting at center and progressing outward
in both directions to 23 N Im (200 in. lbs.) torque. Re-
peat this procedure until all nuts are at specified
torque. (3) Set intake manifold in place.
(4) Raise vehicle and tighten retaining screws
starting at center and progressing outward in both
directions to 23 N Im (200 in. lbs.) torque (Fig. 3). Re-
peat this procedure until all screws are at specified
torque. (5) Reverse removal procedures 1-9 for installation.
(6) With the DRBII Scan Tool use ASD Fuel Sys-
tem Test to pressurize system to check for leaks.
CAUTION: When using the ASD Fuel System Test,
the Auto Shutdown (ASD) relay will remain ener-
gized for 7 minutes or until the ignition switch is
turned to the OFF position, or Stop All Test is se-
lected.
INTAKE AND EXHAUST MANIFOLDSÐFLEXIBLE
FUEL ENGINE
INTAKE MANIFOLD
The manifold is die-cast aluminum with upper ple-
num and 4 tubes lower runners. These attach to the
cylinder head, with each runner leading directly to a
cylinder. The manifold is also machined for fuel rail attach-
ment and injector installation. The throttle body is
installed on the upper plenum of the manifold.
EXHAUST MANIFOLD
All high strength iron casting that intermesh with
the intake manifold. For standard engines a four
branch design collects and directs exhaust gases to
the conical (articulated joint connection) outlet.
INTAKE/EXHAUST MANIFOLDS
SERVICEÐFLEXIBLE FUEL ENGINES
Intake and exhaust manifolds use a one piece gas-
ket. Service procedures requiring removal and instal-
lation of either must include both manifolds.
SERVICE PRECAUTIONS
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.
FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASE PROCEDURE
WARNING: RELEASE FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE
BEFORE SERVICING FUEL SYSTEM COMPONENTS.
WEAR METHANOL RESISTANT GLOVES AND EYE
PROTECTION WHILE SERVICING THE FUEL SYS-
TEM.
(a) Disconnect negative cable from battery.
(b) Remove fuel filler cap.
(c) Remove the protective cap from the fuel pres-
sure test port on the fuel rail (Fig. 4).
(d) Place the open end of fuel pressure release
hose, tool number C-4799-1, into an approved gas-
oline container. Connect the other end of hose
C-4799-1 to the fuel pressure test port (Fig. 5).
Fuel pressure will bleed off through the hose into
the gasoline container. Fuel gauge C-4799-A con-
tains hose C-4799-1.
Fig. 4 Fuel Pressure Test Port
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INTAKE MANIFOLD
REMOVAL (1) Perform fuel system pressure release procedure
before attempting any repairs. (2) Disconnect negative battery cable.
(3) Remove air cleaner hose to throttle body (Fig.
6).
(4) Remove accelerator and speed control cables.
(5) Disconnect automatic idle speed (AIS) motor
and throttle position sensor (TPS) wiring connectors
(Fig. 7). (6) Disconnect fuel injectors wiring connector.
(7) Remove supply and return lines from the fuel
tube assembly quick connect at frame rail. Open fuel
tube clip around fuel tubes. WARNING: WRAP SHOP TOWELS AROUND HOSES
TO CATCH ANY FUEL SPILLAGE.
(8) Disconnect fuel pressure regulator vacuum hose
from regulator (Fig. 8). (9) Remove PCV vacuum harness, brake booster,
and vacuum vapor harness from intake manifold
(Fig. 8). (10) Remove 8 intake manifold screws and washer
assemblies and remove intake manifold assembly
(Fig. 9).
Fig. 5 Releasing Fuel Pressure
Fig. 6 Air Cleaner Hose to Throttle Body Assembly
Fig. 7 Throttle Position Sensor and Air Idle Control Motor Electrical Connections
Fig. 8 Electrical and Vacuum Hose Connection
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