1993 CHEVROLET PLYMOUTH ACCLAIM light

LATCHING VERSUS NON-LATCHING ABS FAULTS
Some faults detected by the CAB are latching; the
fault is latched and ABS is disabled until the igni-
tion switch is reset. Thus ABS is disabled even if the
original fault has disappeared. Other faults are non-
latching; any warning lights that are turned on, are
only turned on as long as the fault condition exists.
As soon as the condition goes away, the Antilock
Warning Light is turned off. Although a fault code
will be set in most cases.
BENDIX ANTILOCK 4 BRAKE SYSTEM DIAGNOSTICS
Bendix Antilock 4 Brake System Diagnostics, be-
yond basic mechanical diagnostics, covered earlier in
this section, are accomplished by using the DRB scan
tool. See testing procedures outlined in the 1994 Ben-
dix Antilock 4 Diagnostics Manual. Please refer to the above mentioned manual for
any further electronic diagnostics and service proce-
dures that are required on the Bendix Antilock 4
Brake System.
ON-CAR ABS BRAKE SYSTEM SERVICE
GENERAL SERVICE PRECAUTIONS
The following are general cautions which should be
observed when servicing the Bendix Antilock 4
Brake System and other vehicle electronic systems.
Failure to observe these precautions may result in
Antilock Brake System component damage. If welding work is to be performed on a vehicle us-
ing an electric arc welder, disconnect the 60 way wir-
ing harness connector from the CAB, prior to
performing the welding operation. The wiring harness connector should never be con-
nected or disconnected from the CAB with the igni-
tion key in the ON or Run position. (3) Most components making up the assemblies of
the Bendix Antilock 4 Brake System can not be ser-
viced separately from those assemblies. This will re-
quire replacement of the complete assembly for the
servicing of these components. Do not disassemble
any component from an assembly which is desig-
nated as non-serviceable.
CHECKING BRAKE FLUID LEVEL
CAUTION: Only use brake fluid conforming to DOT
3 specifications, such as Mopar or Equivalent. Do
not use any fluid which contains a petroleum base.
Do not use a container which has been used for pe-
troleum based fluids or a container which is wet
with water. Petroleum based fluids will cause swell-
ing and distortion of rubber parts in the hydraulic
brake system. Water will mix with brake fluid, low-
ering the boiling point of the brake fluid, possibly causing brake fluid to boil resulting in brake fade.
Keep all brake fluid containers capped to prevent
contamination. Remove the front cap of the master
cylinder reservoir and fill to the bottom of the split
ring.
For the specific procedure for the inspection of
brake fluid level and adding of brake to the reser-
voir. Refer to the Service Adjustments Section in this
group of the service manual.
BLEEDING BENDIX ANTILOCK 4 BRAKE SYSTEM
The base brakes and Antilock Brake System must
be bled anytime air is permitted to enter the hydrau-
lic system, due to disconnection of brake lines, hoses
or components. If the Antilock Modulator Assembly is removed
from the vehicle, both the Base Brake System and
the Antilock Brake System must be bled using the
appropriate procedure. It is important to note that
excessive air in the brake system will cause a soft or
spongy feeling brake pedal. During brake bleeding operations, ensure that
brake fluid level remains close to the FULL level in
the reservoir. Check brake fluid level periodically
during bleeding procedure, adding DOT 3 brake fluid
as required.
CAUTION: The base brake and Antilock brake hy-
draulic systems, on the Bendix Antilock 4 Brake
System, can NOT be bled using any type of brake
pressure bleeding equipment. This type of bleeding
equipment does not develop the pressure required
in the brake hydraulic system, to adequately bleed
all trapped air. The only approved method for bleed-
ing air out of the hydraulic system on vehicles
equipped with the Bendix Antilock 4 Brake System,
is the manual procedure of pressurizing the hydrau-
lic system using constant, moderate to heavy foot
pressure on the brake pedal.
The Bendix Antilock 4 Brake System must be bled
as two independent brake systems. The non ABS por-
tion of the brake system is to be bled the same as
any non ABS system. Refer to the Service Adjust-
ments section in this manual for the proper bleeding
procedure to be used. The Bendix Antilock 4 Brake
System can only be bled using a manual method of
pressurizing the brakes hydraulic system. The Antilock portion of brake system MUST be
bled separately. This bleeding procedure requires the
use of the DRB Diagnostic tester and the bleeding se-
quence procedure outlined below.
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(4) After brake pedal bottoms, close and tighten
bleed screw and release brake pedal. Do not release
brake pedal prior to closing and tightening bleed
screw. (5) Continue bleeding secondary check valve circuit,
repeating steps 2 through 4, until a clear, bubble free
flow of brake fluid is evident. (6) When air is bled from primary check valve cir-
cuit, tighten bleed screw and remove bleed hose from
bleed screw. Do not remove bleed hose before
tightening bleed screw, air may re-enter modula-
tor. (7) Torque modulator assembly primary bleed screw
to9N Im (80 in. lbs.).
3 MODULATOR ASSEMBLY PRIMARY SUMP CIRCUIT (1) Move clear bleed tube to primary sump bleed
screw (Fig. 3). Then install bleed tube into a con-
tainer partially filled with fresh clean brake fluid (Fig.
3). (2) Pump brake pedal several times, then apply and
hold a constant medium to heavy force on brake pedal. (3) Open modulator assembly primary sump circuit
bleed screw (Fig. 3) at least 1 full turn. This will ensure
an adequate flow of brake fluid from the primary sump
circuit. (4) Using the DRB, select the bleed ABS hydraulic
unit mode. Then select the primary circuit. (The RF
and LR solenoids will alternately fire for five se-
conds). Using the DRB, continue to select the primary
circuit until an air-free flow of brake fluid from pri-
mary sump bleed screw is maintained or brake pedal bottoms. If an air-free flow of brake fluid is not main-
tained before brake pedal bottoms, close bleed screw
and repeat steps 2 through 4, until an air free flow is
maintained.
(5) After an air-free flow of brake fluid is maintained
from primary sump bleed screw, close and lightly
tighten bleeder screw. Then release brake pedal. Do
not release brake pedal prior to closing and
tightening bleeder screw. (6) After primary sump bleed screw is closed, remove
bleed hose from primary sump bleed screw. (7) Torque modulator assembly primary sump bleed
screw to 9 N Im (18 in. lbs.).
4 MODULATOR ASSEMBLY PRIMARY ACCUMULATOR CIR-
CUIT
(8) Transfer clear bleed tube to primary accumulator
bleed screw (Fig. 4). Then install bleed tube into a
container partially filled with fresh clean brake fluid
(Fig. 4). (9) Pump brake pedal several times, then apply a
constant medium to heavy force on the brake pedal.
Using the DRB, select the bleed ABS hydraulic unit
mode. Then select the primary circuit valves. (The RF
and LR modulator assembly solenoids will fire for 5
seconds). (10) Open the modulator assembly primary accu-
mulator circuit bleed screw (Fig. 4) at least one full
turn. This will ensure an adequate flow of brake
fluid from the primary accumulator circuit. Continue
bleeding primary accumulator circuit until an air-
free flow of brake fluid from bleed screw is main-
tained or the brake pedal bottoms. If an air-free flow
Fig. 3 Bleeding Modulator Assembly Primary Sump CircuitFig. 2 Bleeding Modulator Assembly SecondaryCheck Valve Circuit
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of brake fluid is not maintained before brake pedal
bottoms, close bleed screw and repeat steps 8 and 9
until an air free flow is maintained.(11) After an air-free flow of brake fluid is main-
tained from the primary accumulator bleed screw, close
and lightly tighten bleed screw. Then release pressure
from brake pedal. Do not release force from brake
pedal prior to closing and tightening bleed
screw. Note: For the next modulator assembly bleed-
ing procedure, use of the DRB is not required.
This step of the bleed procedure does not require
modulator solenoids to be operated for bleeding
to be performed. (12) Pump brake pedal several times, then apply
and hold a constant medium to heavy force on the
brake pedal. (13) Again without firing modulator solenoids, open
primary accumulator circuit bleed screw (Fig. 4) 1 full
turn. This will ensure an adequate flow of brake fluid
from the primary accumulator circuit. (14) Bleed primary accumulator circuit until a clear,
air-free flow of brake fluid is maintained from the
accumulator bleed screw or the brake pedal bottoms. If
an air-free flow of brake fluid is not maintained from
the bleed screw before the brake pedal bottoms. First,
close bleed screw and then repeat steps 11 and 12 of
this bleeding procedure until an air-free flow is main-
tained. (15) After an air-free flow of brake fluid is main-
tained from the primary accumulator circuit bleed
screw, close and lightly tighten bleed screw. Then re- lease force from brake pedal.
Do not release force
from brake pedal prior to closing and tightening
bleeder screw. (16) After primary accumulator bleed screw is
closed, remove bleed hose from bleed screw. (17) Torque secondary accumulator bleed screw to 9
N Im (80 in. lbs.).
5 MODULATOR ASSEMBLY SECONDARY SUMP CIRCUIT (1) Transfer clear bleed tube to secondary sump
bleed screw on modulator assembly (Fig. 5). Then
install bleed tube into a container partially filled with
fresh clean brake fluid (Fig. 5).
(2) Pump brake pedal several times, then apply and
hold a constant medium to heavy force on brake pedal. (3) Open the secondary sump circuit bleed screw
(Fig. 5) at least 1 full turn. This will ensure an
adequate flow of brake fluid is expelled from the
secondary sump circuit. (4) Using the DRB, select the bleed ABS hydraulic
unit mode. Then select the secondary circuit valves.
(The LF and RR solenoids will alternately fire for five
seconds). Continue bleeding secondary sump circuit
until an air-free flow of brake fluid from secondary
sump bleed screw is maintained or brake pedal bot-
toms. If an air-free flow of brake fluid is not maintained
before brake pedal bottoms, close bleed screw and
repeat steps 2 through 4 until an air-free flow is
maintained. (5) After an air-free flow of brake fluid is maintained
from secondary sump bleed screw, close and lightly
tighten bleed screw. Then release force from
Fig. 4 Bleeding Modulator Assembly Primary Accu- mulator Circuit
Fig. 5 Bleeding Modulator Assembly SecondarySump Circuit
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brake pedal. Do not release brake pedal prior to
closing and tightening bleeder screw. (6) After secondary sump bleed screw is closed, re-
move bleed hose from bleed screw. (7) Torque secondary sump bleed screw to 9 N Im (80
in. lbs.).
6 MODULATOR ASSEMBLY SECONDARY ACCUMULATOR
CIRCUIT
(8) Transfer bleed tube to secondary accumulator
bleed screw (Fig. 6). Then install bleed tube into a
container partially filled with fresh clean brake fluid
(Fig. 6).
(9) Apply constant, medium to heavy force on brake
pedal. Then using the DRB, select the bleed ABS
hydraulic unit mode, and then select the secondary
circuit valves. (The LF and RR modulator assembly
solenoids will fire for 5 seconds). (10) Open the secondary accumulator circuit bleed
screw (Fig. 6) at least one full turn. This will ensure an
adequate flow of brake fluid is expelled from the
secondary accumulator circuit. Continue to bleed pri- mary accumulator circuit, until an air-free flow of
brake fluid from the bleed screw is maintained or brake
pedal bottoms. If an air-free flow of brake fluid is not
maintained from bleed screw before brake pedal bot-
toms, close bleed screw and then repeat steps 8 and 9
until an air free flow is maintained. (11) After an air-free flow of brake fluid is main-
tained from the bleed screw, close and lightly tighten
the bleed screw. Then release force from brake pedal.
Do not release force from brake pedal prior to
closing and tightening bleeder screw. Note: For the next modulator assembly bleed-
ing procedure, use of the DRB is not required.
This step of the bleeding procedure does not
require the modulator solenoids to be operated
for bleeding to be performed. (12) Pump brake pedal several times, then apply
and hold constant medium to heavy force on brake
pedal. (13) Again without firing modulator assembly sole-
noids, open secondary accumulator circuit bleed screw
(Fig. 6) at least 1 full turn. This will ensure an
adequate flow of brake fluid is expelled from the
secondary accumulator circuit. (14) Bleed secondary accumulator circuit until a
clear, air-free flow of brake fluid is maintained from the
secondary accumulator bleed screw or the brake pedal
bottoms. If an air- free flow of brake fluid is not
maintained from secondary accumulator bleed screw
before brake pedal bottoms, repeat steps 12 and 13 of
this bleeding procedure until an air-free flow is main-
tained. (15) After an air free flow of brake fluid is main-
tained from secondary accumulator circuit bleed screw,
close and lightly tighten bleed screw. Then release
force from brake pedal. Do not release force from
brake pedal prior to closing and tightening bleed
screw. (16) After secondary accumulator bleed screw is
closed, remove bleed hose from bleed screw. (17) Torque secondary accumulator bleed screw to 9
N Im (80 in. lbs.).
PUMP/MOTOR SERVICE
On the Bendix Antilock 4 Brake System the
Pump/Motor assembly can only be serviced as part of
Modulator Assembly.
Fig. 6 Bleeding Modulator Assembly Secondary Ac- cumulator Circuit
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(3) Remove battery tray access cover (Fig. 3) from
battery tray. Do not discard, access cover MUST be
put back on battery tray, when battery is rein-
stalled.
(4) If equipped, remove the 2 bolts (Fig. 4) attaching
speed control vacuum reservoir to battery tray. Then
remove speed control vacuum reservoir (Fig. 4) from
the battery tray. Vacuum lines (Fig. 4) do not need
to be removed from vacuum reservoir. (5) Remove the 4 bolts attaching battery tray (Fig. 5)
to frame rail and fender shield of vehicle. Then remove
battery tray from vehicle. (6) Remove battery acid shield, (Fig. 6) from the ABS
modulator assembly. (7) Remove brake tube from the proportioning valve,
requiring removal from modulator assembly (Fig. 7). (8) Remove proportioning valve (Fig. 7) requiring
replacement from the modulator assembly. INSTALL
(1) Slightly moisten proportioning valve to modulator
assembly sealing O-Ring with fresh clean brake fluid.
(2) Install proportioning valve into modulator as-
sembly by hand, until O-Ring seal is fully seated
Fig. 4 Speed Control System Vacuum Reservoir
Fig. 5 Battery Tray And Attaching Bolts
Fig. 6 ABS Modulator Assembly Acid Shield
Fig. 2 Battery Heat Shield And Hold Down Clamp
Fig. 3 Battery Tray Shield
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MANUAL TRANSAXLE CLUTCH
CONTENTS
page page
CLEANING PRECAUTIONS ................. 6
CLUTCH CABLE MECHANISM .............. 1
CLUTCH CABLE REPLACEMENT ............ 2
CLUTCH CHATTER COMPLAINTS ........... 1
CLUTCH DISC REPLACEMENT ............. 5
CLUTCH PEDAL NOISE/POP ............... 2 CLUTCH PEDAL POSITION SWITCH
......... 4
EXCESSIVE CLUTCH SPIN TIME/CLASH INTO REVERSE COMPLAINTS ............ 1
GENERAL INFORMATION .................. 1
RELEASE BEARING AND FORK ............. 6
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. The clutch used in all models are a single, dry disc
type with no adjustment for wear being provided in
the clutch itself. The clutch pedal is connected to the release shaft
through a cable and lever. The upper end of the clutch pedal pivots in the
pedal bracket on two nylon bushings. These bushings
do not require periodic lubrication.
CLUTCH CHATTER COMPLAINTS
For all clutch chatter complaints, do the following:
(1) Check for loose, misaligned, or broken engine
and transmission mounts. If present, they should be
corrected at this time. Test vehicle for chatter. If
chatter is gone, there is no need to go any further. If
chatter persists: (2) Check to see if clutch cable routing is correct
and operates smoothly. (3) Check for loose connections in drive train. Cor-
rect any problems and determine if clutch chatter
complaints has been satisfied. If not, (4) Remove transaxle. See Group 21, Manual Tran-
saxle, for procedure. (5) Check to see if the release bearing is sticky or
binding. Replace bearing, if needed. (6) Check linkage for excessive wear on bushings.
Replace all worn parts. A small amount of bearing
grease between the release shaft bushings and the
shaft is beneficial, but not required. (7) Check flywheel and clutch pressure plate for
contamination (dirt, oil) or scored. Replace flywheel
and/or pressure plate, if required. (8) Check to see if the clutch disc hub splines are
damaged. Replace with new disc. (9) Check input shaft splines for damage. Replace
if necessary. (10) Check for uneven wear on clutch fingers.
EXCESSIVE CLUTCH SPIN TIME/CLASH INTO
REVERSE COMPLAINTS
For all excessive clutch spin time/clash into reverse
complaints, do the following: (1) Depress clutch pedal to floor and hold. After
three seconds, shift to reverse. If clash is present,
clutch has excessive spin time. (2) Remove transaxle. See Group 21, Manual Tran-
saxle, for procedure. (3) Check the input shaft spline, clutch disc splines
and release bearing for dry rust. If present, clean
rust off and apply a light coat of bearing grease to
the input shaft splines. Apply grease on the input
shaft splines only where the clutch disc slides. (4) Check to see if the clutch disc hub splines are
damaged, replace with new disc if required. (5) Check the input shaft for damaged splines. Re-
place as necessary. (6) Check for excessive clutch disc runout or
warpage. (7) Install clutch assembly and transaxle.
CLUTCH CABLE MECHANISM
The manual transaxle clutch release system has a
unique self-adjusting mechanism to compensate for
clutch disc wear. This adjuster mechanism is located
within the clutch pedal. The preload spring main-
tains tension on the cable. This tension keeps the
clutch release bearing continuously loaded against
the fingers of the clutch cover assembly. When the pedal is depressed, teeth on the adjuster
and the positioner engage and pull the release cable.
A spring located behind the adjuster ensures proper
tooth engagement. When the pedal is released, the adjuster contacts
the bumper. This separates the adjuster and posi-
tioner teeth, allowing the preload spring to function.
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(3) Clean the flywheel face with medium sandpa-
per (80-160 grade), then wipe the surface with min-
eral spirits. If the surface is severely scored, heat
checked, or warped, replace the flywheel.
CAUTION: Do not flat-machine the flywheel face.
The surface profile is tapered.
(4) The heavy side of the flywheel is indicated by a
daub of white paint near the outside diameter. To
minimize the effects of flywheel unbalance, perform
the following installation procedure: (a) Loose assemble the flywheel to the crank-
shaft. Use new flywheel attaching bolts which have
sealant on the threads. If new bolts are not avail-
able, apply Loctite sealant to the threads of the
original bolts. This sealant is required to prevent
engine oil leakage. (b) Rotate the flywheel and crankshaft until the
daub of white paint (heavy side) is at the 12 o'clock
position. (c) Torque flywheel attaching bolts to 95 N Im(70
ft. lbs.). Use a crisscross pattern when tightening
bolts.
(5) The disc assembly should be handled without
touching the facings. Replace disc if the facings show
evidence of grease or oil soakage, or wear to within
less than .38 mm (.015 inch) of the rivet heads. The
splines on the disc hub and transaxle input shaft
should be a snug fit without signs of excessive wear.
Metallic portions of disc assembly should be dry and
clean, and not been discolored from excessive heat.
Each of the arched springs between the facings
should not be broken and all rivets should be tight. (6) Wipe the friction surface of the pressure plate
with mineral spirits. (7) Using a straight edge, check clutch cover (pres-
sure plate) for flatness. The clutch cover (pressure
plate) friction area should be slightly concave, with
the inner diameter 0.02 mm to 0.1 mm (.0008 in. to
.0039 in.) below the outer diameter. It should also be
free from discoloration, burned areas, cracks,
grooves, or ridges. (8) Using a surface plate, test cover for flatness.
All sections around attaching bolt holes should be in
contact with surface plate within .015 inch. (9) The cover should be a snug fit on flywheel dow-
els. If the clutch assembly does not meet these re-
quirements, it should be replaced.
INSTALLATION
(1) Mount clutch assembly on flywheel,being care-
ful to properly align dowels and the alignment marks
made before removal. The flywheel side of the clutch
disc is marked for proper installation. If new clutch
or flywheel is installed, align cover balance spot as
close as possible to flywheel balance orange spot. Ap-
ply pressure to the alignment tool. Center the tip of the tool into the crankshaft and the sliding cone into
the clutch fingers. Tighten the clutch attaching bolts
sufficiently to hold the disc in position. (2) To avoid distortion of the clutch cover, bolts
should be tightened a few turns at a time, in a criss-
cross pattern, until they are all seated. Tighten bolts
to 28 N Im (250 in. lbs.) following a crisscross pattern
sequence. Remove clutch disc alignment tool. (3) Install transaxle. See group 21, Manual Tran-
saxle, for procedures.
RELEASE BEARING AND FORK
Remove the transaxle from the vehicle. See group
21 for removal and installation procedures.
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
(1) Remove clutch release shaft E-clip.
(2) Remove the clutch release shaft and then slide
the fork and bearing assembly off the bearing pilot. (3) Remove the fork from the bearing thrust plate.
(4) Examine the condition of the bearing. It is pre-
lubricated and sealed and should not be im-
mersed in oil or solvent. (5) The bearing should turn smoothly when held in
the hand under a light thrust load. A light drag
caused by the lubricant fill is normal. If the bearing
is noisy, rough, or dry, replace the complete bearing
assembly with a new bearing. (6) The bearing has a plastic sleeve pre-lubricated
at assembly. Wipe out the old grease. Refill the
sleeve cavities and coat the inner surface with mul-
tipurpose grease. If the liner is cracked or worn, re-
place the bearing assembly. (7) Check the condition of the spring clips. If the
clips are broken or distorted, replace the bearing as-
sembly. (8) Before assembling the fork, lubricate the
rounded thrust pads and the spring clip cavities with
multipurpose grease. (9) Assemble the fork to the bearing by sliding the
thrust pads under the spring clips. Be careful to
avoid distorting the spring clips. These clips prevent
the bearing thrust plate from rotating with the bear-
ing. (10) Slide the bearing and fork assembly onto the
input shaft bearing retainer. (11) Position the release shaft bushings in the
housing and install the release shaft. A small
amount of bearing grease between the release shaft
bushing and the shaft is beneficial but not required.
Install the retainer clip in the shaft groove near the
large bushing. (12) Install the release lever and retaining clip on
the outer end of the release shaft.
CLEANING PRECAUTIONS
Condensation from steam vapors tend to accumu-
late on the internal clutch mechanism when the ve-
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(5) Install drive belt. See Accessory Drive Belts
this group. (6) Install right front lower fender shield.
(7) Refill Cooling System. See Refilling Cooling
System in this section.
ENGINE THERMOSTATS
The 2.2 and 2.5L engine thermostats are located on
the front of the engine (radiator side) in the water
box which is part of the cylinder head construction
(Fig. 9). Turbo III thermostat is located in the water
box located on the driver side of the cylinder head
(Fig. 10). These thermostats do not have an air bleed notch.
The 3.0L engine thermostat is located in a water
box, formed in the timing belt end of the intake man-
ifold. This thermostat has an air bleed valve, located
in the thermostat flange (Fig. 11). The 3.3/3.8L engine thermostat is located in a wa-
ter box, formed in the drive belt side of the intake
manifold (Fig. 13).
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
The engine cooling thermostats are wax pellet
driven, reverse poppet choke type. They are designed
to provide the fastest warm up possible by prevent-
ing leakage through them and to guarantee a mini-
mum engine operating temperature of 88 to 93ÉC
(192 to 199ÉF). They also automatically reach wide
open so they do not restrict flow to the radiator as
temperature of the coolant rises in hot weather to
around 104ÉC (220ÉF). Above this temperature the
coolant temperature is controlled by the radiator,
fan, and ambient temperature, not the thermostat.
OPERATION AND TESTING
The thermostat is operated by a wax filled con-
tainer (pellet) which is sealed so that when heated to
a predetermined temperature. The wax expands
enough to overcome the closing spring and water
pump pressure, which forces the valve to open. Cool-
ant leakage into the pellet will cause a thermostat to
fail open. Do not attempt to free up a thermostat
with a screwdriver. The open too soon type failure mode is included in
the onboard diagnosis. The check engine light will
not be lit by an open too soon condition. If it has
failed open, code 17 will be set. Do not change a ther-
mostat for lack of heat by gauge or heater perfor-
mance, unless code 17 is present, see diagnosis for
other probable causes. Failing shut is the normal
long term mode of failure, and normally, only on
high mileage vehicles. The temperature gauge will
indicate this, Refer to diagnosis in this section.
REMOVAL
(1) Drain cooling system down to thermostat level
or below. (2) Remove thermostat housing bolts and housing
(Figs. 9, 10, 11 and 13). (3) Remove thermostat, discard gasket and clean
both gasket sealing surfaces.
INSTALLATIONÐ2.2/2.5L AND TURBO III ENGINES
Place a new gasket (dipped in clean water) on wa-
ter box surface, center thermostat in water box on
gasket. Place housing over gasket and thermostat,
making sure thermostat is in the thermostat hous-
ing. Bolt housing to water box (Figs. 9 and 10).
Tighten bolts to 28 N Im (250 in. lbs.). Refill cooling
system (see Refilling System ).
INSTALLATIONÐ3.0L ENGINE
Center thermostat in water box pocket. Check that
the flange is seated correctly in the countersunk por-
tion of the intake manifold water box (Figs. 11 and
12). Install new gasket on water box. Install housing
over gasket and thermostat and tighten bolts to 12
N Im (133 in. lbs. torque).
Fig. 9 Thermostat, Housing, and Water BoxÐ2.2/
2.5L Engine
Fig. 10 Thermostat, Housing, and Water BoxÐTurbo III
Ä COOLING SYSTEM 7 - 13