1993 CHEVROLET PLYMOUTH ACCLAIM set clock

² To set DAY of WEEK, press TIME button. An ar-
row will appear on the display and point to the Day.
Press and hold the SET button to move the day for-
ward or INFO button to move it backward.
² To set DAY of MONTH, press TIME button. The
arrow will point to Date. Press and hold the SET
button to advance the date or INFO button to move
it backwards.
² To set MONTH of YEAR, press TIME button. The
arrow will point to the Month. Press and hold the
SET button to advance the Month forward or INFO
button to move backward. TEMP button, pressing the Temp button will dis-
play:
² The temperature outside the vehicle
² Vehicle direction define by an eight point compass
If Compass has lost calibration or not receiving
good information from the engine compartment node,
an asterisk (*) will flash on the display and the word
calibrate will appear. Refer to Compass Calibration. FUEL BUTTON, WILL DISPLAY:
² Pressing FUEL button the first time will show, the
estimated number of miles that can be driven with
the remaining fuel. The destination to empty indica-
tion will vary every few seconds as the amount of
fuel and fuel efficiency is calculated. This function
can not be reset.
² Pressing the FUEL button second time; will dis-
play the fuel consumed.
²
Pressing the FUEL button third time; will display
the average fuel economy in miles per gallon since last
reset. The display will be updated every 16 seconds.
² Pressing the FUEL button forth time, the current
fuel economy will be displayed. The current fuel
economy will be up updated every two seconds.
² To reset Fuel consumed, press SET button until
the fuel consumed message is displayed and then
within five seconds press SET button.
² To reset AVERAGE FUEL ECONOMY, press the
FUEL button until average fuel economy is displayed
and within five seconds press SET button. TRIP RESET, press FUEL button and wait four
seconds press the SET button twice. This clears all
trip information and the message Trip Reset will be
displayed. This will occur only if a reset function is
currently being displayed. The reset functions:
² Fuel consumed
² Average fuel economy message
INFO button, will active a MONITORED SYS-
TEMS OK message on display if all monitored sys-
tems are operating properly. If a problem is detected,
the appropriate message will be displayed. SET button, will clear the various functions after
they have been displayed. It is used to enter the
clock set or compass variance modes. This button is
also used to reset certain trip computer functions and
the maintenance reminder message.
The EVIC display may be turned off by pressing the
TIME and SET buttons at the same time. Pressing the
buttons a second time will restore the display.
EVIC INFORMATION SOURCES
The EVIC monitors information provided by the
body controller, engine compartment node and pow-
ertrain control module. Refer to Body Diagnostic Test
Procedure Manual for test procedures. The Body Controller is a micro-controller unit
which, informs the EVIC overhead console via the
CCD bus of:
² Time of day
² Day of week
² Day of month
² Month of year
² Fuel range
² Fuel consumed
² Fuel efficiency
² Warning messages as noted in Fig. 2
The Engine Compartment Node is a microcomputer
controlled unit which, informs the EVIC overhead
console via the CCD bus of:
² Outside temperature
² Compass direction
THE FOLLOWING ARE WARNING MESSAGES:
² Low brake fluid
² Low coolant level
² Low engine oil level
The powertrain control module is a microcomputer
controlled unit which, informs the EVIC overhead con-
sole via the CCD bus of the following warning messages:
² Engine temperature high
² Voltage improper
Fig. 2 EVIC Messages and Sensors
Ä OVERHEAD CONSOLE 8C - 7

dition exists. These messages are displayed on the
center of the instrument panel.For complete EVIC operating instructions, refer to
the Owners Manual provided with the vehicle.
EVIC BUTTON FUNCTIONS
TIME button will display:
² Time of day
² Day of week
² Day of month
² Month of year
² To set HOURS, press TIME button and within four
seconds press the SET button. An arrow will appear
on the display and point to the hours. Press and hold
the SET button to advance the hours or INFO button
to set back the hours.
² To set MINUTES, press TIME button. The arrow
will point to the minutes. Press and hold the SET
button to advance the minutes or INFO button to set
back the minutes.
² To set DAY of WEEK, press TIME button. An ar-
row will appear on the display and point to the Day.
Press and hold the SET button to move the day for-
ward or INFO button to move it backward.
² To set DAY of MONTH, press TIME button. The
arrow will point to Date. Press and hold the SET
button to advance the date or INFO button to move
it backwards.
² To set MONTH of YEAR, press TIME button. The
arrow will point to the Month. Press and hold the
SET button to advance the Month forward or INFO
button to move backward. TEMP button, pressing the Temp button will dis-
play:
² The temperature outside the vehicle
² Vehicle direction define by an eight point compass
If Compass has lost calibration or not receiving
good information from the engine compartment node,
an asterisk (*) will flash on the display and the word
calibrate will appear. Refer to Compass Calibration. FUEL BUTTON, WILL DISPLAY:
² Pressing FUEL button the first time will show, the
estimated number of miles that can be driven with
the remaining fuel. The destination to empty indica-
tion will vary every few seconds as the amount of
fuel and fuel efficiency is calculated. This function
can not be reset.
² Pressing the FUEL button second time; will dis-
play the fuel consumed.
² Pressing the FUEL button third time; will display
the average fuel economy in miles per gallon since
last reset. The display will be updated every 16 sec-
onds.
² Pressing the FUEL button forth time, the current
fuel economy will be displayed. The current fuel
economy will be up updated every two seconds. ²
To reset Fuel consumed, press SET button until
the fuel consumed message is displayed and then
within five seconds press SET button.
² To reset AVERAGE FUEL ECONOMY, press the
FUEL button until average fuel economy is displayed
and within five seconds press SET button. TRIP RESET, press FUEL button and wait four
seconds press the SET button twice. This clears all
trip information and the message Trip Reset will be
displayed. This will occur only if a reset function is
currently being displayed. The reset functions:
² Fuel consumed
² Average fuel economy message
INFO button, will active a MONITORED SYS-
TEMS OK message on display if all monitored sys-
tems are operating properly. If a problem is detected,
the appropriate message will be displayed. SET button, will clear the various functions after
they have been displayed. It is used to enter the
clock set or compass variance modes. This button is
also used to reset certain trip computer functions and
the maintenance reminder message. The EVIC display may be turned off by pressing
the TIME and SET buttons at the same time. Press-
ing the buttons a second time will restore the dis-
play.
EVIC INFORMATION SOURCES
The EVIC monitors information provided by the
body controller, engine compartment node and pow-
ertrain control module. Refer to Body Diagnostic Test
Procedure Manual for test procedures. The Body Controller is a micro-controller unit
which, informs the EVIC via the CCD bus of:
² Time of day
² Day of week
² Day of month
² Month of year
² Fuel range
² Fuel consumed
² Fuel efficiency
² Warning messages as noted in Fig. 3.
The Engine Compartment Node is a microcomputer
controlled unit which, informs the EVIC via the CCD
bus of:
² Outside temperature
² Compass direction
THE FOLLOWING ARE WARNING MESSAGES:
² Low brake fluid
² Low coolant level
² Low engine oil level
The powertrain control module is a microcomputer
controlled unit which, informs the EVIC via the CCD
bus of the following warning messages:
² Engine temperature high
² Voltage improper
8C - 14 OVERHEAD CONSOLE Ä

MESSAGE CENTER
The message center is a car graphic warning lamp
module. This conventional warning system and lo-
cated above the headlamp switch.
ELECTRONIC DIGITAL CLOCK
The electronic digital clock is in the radio. The
clock and radio each use the display panel built into
the radio. A digital readout indicates the time in
hours and minutes whenever the ignition switch is in
the ON or ACC position. When the ignition switch is in the OFF position, or
when the radio frequency is being displayed, time
keeping is accurately maintained. The procedure for setting the clock varies slightly
with each radio. The correct procedure is described
under the individual radio operating instructions re-
ferred to in the Owner's Manual supplied with the
vehicle.
AIR BAG WARNING SYSTEM
For testing of this system refer to Group 8M, Re-
straint Systems.
MECHANICAL CLUSTER AND GAUGE SERVICE
CAUTION: Disconnect negative battery cable, in en-
gine compartment, before servicing instrument
panel. When power is required for test purposes,
reconnect battery cable for the test only.
Disconnect negative battery cable after test and be-
fore continuing service procedures.
SENDING UNIT TEST
When a problem occurs with a cluster gauge, be-
fore disassembling the cluster to check the gauge,
check for a defective sending unit or wiring. (1) Sending units and wiring can be checked by
grounding the connector leads, at the sending unit,
in the vehicle. (2) With the ignition in the ON position; a
grounded input will cause the oil, fuel or tempera-
ture gauge to read at or above maximum.
CHECK GAUGES WARNING LAMP TESTS
The check gauges warning lamp is illuminated by
the low oil pressure sending unit switch or the body
controller when there is high temperature or charg-
ing system failure. To test the lamp, turn ignition key to the ON po-
sition without starting the vehicle. The low oil pres-
sure switch is grounded and the light will be on
indefinitely. If the lamp fails to light, pull the cluster and check
the following: (a) Continuity between ground and check gauge
pin J (Fig. 3). (b) Proper contact between the gauge pins and
wiring harness and printed circuit board pins. (c) If there is ground and proper pin contact, re-
place lamp. (d) If there is no continuity, check the low oil
pressure sending unit switch (Fig. 4 and 5).
To test the switch disconnect the switch electrical
connector. Attach positive lead of an ohmmeter to
the switch terminal for the gray (GY) wire and the
negative lead to an engine ground. With the engine
Fig. 3 Mechanical Cluster Connectors
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ELECTRONIC DIGITAL CLOCK
The electronic digital clock is in the radio. The
clock and radio each use the display panel built into
the radio. A digital readout indicates the time in
hours and minutes whenever the ignition switch is in
the ON or ACC position. When the ignition switch is in the ON or OFF po-
sition, or when the radio frequency is being dis-
played, time keeping is accurately maintained. The procedure for setting the clock varies slightly
with each radio. The correct procedure is described
under the individual radio operating instructions re-
ferred to in the Owner's manual supplied with the
vehicle.
WARNING LAMPS
The AG & AJ Body instrument clusters have warn-
ing lamps or indicators with the electronic cluster for
six different systems. These include low oil pressure,
check gauges, brake system, air bag, seat belt, mal-
function indicator (check engine) lamp.
CLUSTER AND GAUGE SERVICE AND TESTING
CAUTION: Disconnect negative battery cable, in en-
gine compartment, before servicing instrument
panel. When power is required for test purposes,
reconnect battery cable for test only. Disconnect negative battery cable after test and be-
fore continuing service procedures. It is not necessary to remove instrument cluster
from vehicle for gauge replacement. Gauges must be pulled straight out, when remov-
ing or pins may be damaged.
SWITCH POD ASSEMBLY REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect negative battery cable.
(2) Pry up edge of panel vent grille, using a
straight flat edge tool to disengage clips, then re-
move grille (Fig. 4). (3) Remove two screws located under panel vent
grille. (4) Remove two screws underneath switch POD as-
sembly. (5) With tilt steering adjust steering wheel to the
lowest setting. (6) Pull switch module rearward to remove module
and disconnect all wire connections. (7) For Installation reverse above procedures.
Tighten all screws to 2 N Im (20 in. lbs.) torque.
MECHANICAL/ELECTRONIC CLUSTER REMOVAL
CLUSTER MASK AND LENS REMOVAL
(1) Remove switch pod assembly (Fig. 4).
(2) Remove tilt column lever if equipped.
(3) Remove steering column trim cover.
Fig. 4 Switch POD Assembly
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AP BODY INDEX
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Cluster and Gauge Service and Testing ....... 58
Gauges ................................ 61
General Information ....................... 58 Instrument Panel Replacement
.............. 72
Interior Lamp Replacement ................. 73
Switch and Panel Component Service ......... 67
GENERAL INFORMATION
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
There are two conventional instrument cluster as-
semblies available. The clusters incorporates mag-
netic type gauges and an electronically driven
speedometer and odometer assembly (Fig. 1 and 2).
MAGNETIC GAUGES
All gauges on the AP Body clusters are the mag-
netic type gauges. When the ignition switch is in the
OFF position each gauge, except for the voltmeter
and tachometer will show a reading. However, the
readings are only accurate when the ignition switch
is in the ON position.
TACHOMETER DRIVE MODULE
The tachometer drive module is an electronic mod-
ule used to drive the magnetic tachometer in the
high line cluster. This module is located on top of the instrument
cluster.
ELECTRONIC DIGITAL CLOCK
The electronic digital clock is in the radio. The
clock and radio each use the display panel built into
the radio. A digital readout indicates the time in
hours and minutes whenever the ignition switch is in
the ON or ACC position. When the ignition switch is in the OFF position, or
when the radio frequency is being displayed, time
keeping is accurately maintained. The procedure for setting the clock varies slightly
with each radio. The correct procedure is described
under the individual radio operating instructions re-
fer to the Sound Systems Manual supplied with the
vehicle.
WARNING LAMPS AND INDICATOR LIGHTS
The instrument cluster has warning and indicators
lamps for eight different systems:
² Low oil pressure
² Brake warning
² Seat belt warning
² Malfunction indicator (check engine) lamp
² Air Bag
² High beam indicator
² Right and left turn signals.
² Anti-lock (ABS)
CLUSTER AND GAUGE SERVICE AND TESTING
CAUTION: Disconnect the negative battery cable
before servicing the instrument panel. When power
is required for test purposes, reconnect battery ca-
ble for test only. Disconnect the negative battery
cable after test and before continuing service pro-
cedures.
SENDING UNIT TEST
Check for a defective sending unit or wiring, when
a problem occurs with a cluster gauge. Do this before
disassembling the cluster. (1) Sending units and wiring can be checked by
grounding the connector leads, at the sending unit,
in the vehicle. (2) With the ignition in the ON position, a
grounded input will cause the fuel or temperature
gauge to read at or above maximum.
Fig. 1 Instrument Cluster With Tachometer
Fig. 2 Instrument Cluster Without Tachometer
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Electronic vehicle speed control may be tested us-
ing two different methods. One involves use of a
DRB II. If this test method is desired, refer to the
Powertrain Diagnostic Test Procedures for charging
and vehicle speed control manual. The other test method uses a volt/ohm meter and is
described in the following tests. If any information is needed concerning wiring, re-
fer to Group 8W, Wiring Diagrams.
CAUTION: When test probing for voltage or conti-
nuity at electrical connectors, care must be taken
not to damage connector, terminals, or seals. If
these components are damaged, intermittent or
complete system failure may occur.
SERVO ELECTRICAL TESTS
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
BAG, SEE GROUP 8M, RESTRAINT SYSTEMS FOR
AIRBAG, STEERING WHEEL OR COLUMN RE-
MOVAL PROCEDURES.
(1) Turn ignition switch to the ON position. With
the vehicle speed control switch in the ON position,
set up a voltmeter to read battery voltage and con-
nect the negative lead to a good chassis ground. (2) Disconnect the four-way connector going to the
servo (Fig. 12). Test pin 2 of the main harness four-
way connector for battery voltage. If not OK go to
step 3. If voltage is OK go to step 4. (3) Perform the following tests.(a) Disconnect the six-way connector at the stop
lamp switch and test pin 1 of the main harness for
battery voltage. If voltage is OK perform the stop
lamp switch test. (b) If the stop lamp switch tests OK; repair wire
between the servo and the stop lamp switch. (c) If no voltage at pin 1 at the 6-way stop lamp
connector, remove the vehicle speed control switch
and disconnect the four-way connector. Test pin 1
of main harness for battery voltage. (d) If voltage is OK perform the vehicle speed
control switch test. (e) If vehicle speed control switch is OK, test
continuity across the clockspring. (f) If clockspring OK, repair as required, wire be-
tween stop lamp switch and clockspring. (g) If no voltage at pin 1 of the 4-way vehicle
speed control switch connector.
² Test for battery voltage between the ignition and
the fuse
² If voltage OK, check fuse
² If fuse OK, repair wire between fuse and clock-
spring
Fig. 7 Vehicle Speed ControlÐAC & AY Bodies with 3.0L
8H - 4 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Ä

CONDITION: WIPERS START TO WIPE, BUT STOP BEFORE ONE COMPLETE CYCLE ANDDO NOT RETURN TO PARK POSITION
PROCEDURE
(1) Verify that motor will park when the column
switch is put in the OFF position. (2) Set wiper control switch to maximum DELAY
and allow motor to run until it stops during the wipe
cycle. When motor stops, disconnect 25-way blue con-
nector from the body controller. (3) Connect positive lead of voltmeter to pin 20 of
blue connector and negative lead to the metal case of
the body controller. (a) If voltmeter reads 0, check wiring for an open
circuit. (b) If voltmeter reads 10 to 15 volts, proceed to
step 4.
(4) Using an ohmmeter or continuity tester; (a) Check for continuity between pins 20 and 24
of blue connector of the body controller. (b) Reverse ohmmeter leads on pins 20 and 24,
again checking for continuity. (c) If continuity between pins 20 and 24 is not
observed in both steps a and b, replace the body
controller.
CONDITION: EXCESSIVE DELAY OF MORE THAN 30 SECONDS OR INADEQUATEVARIATION IN DELAY
PROCEDURE
(1) Variations in delay should be as follows: (a) Minimum delay control to extreme counter-
clockwise position before first detent of 1/2 to 2 sec-
onds. (b) Maximum delay control to extreme clockwise
position before OFF detent of 15 to 25 seconds.
(2) If there is excessive delay or no variations in
delay, remove the wiper motor wiring harness while
the motor is parked in the OFF position. (3) Remove 25-way blue connector from the body
controller. (4) Set wiper control switch to maximum DELAY
position. (5) With ignition switch in ON position, measure
voltage between pin 9 of black connector and a good
ground. (a) If voltmeter reads 0, proceed to step 6.
(b) If voltmeter reads 10 to 15 volts, proceed to
step 7.
(6) Set wiper control switch to minimum DELAY
position and measure voltage between pin 9 of blue
connector and a good ground. If voltmeter reads 0,
check for an open circuit in the intermittent wipe
wiring harness. (7) Remove wiper motor circuit fuse. (8) Using an ohmmeter, measure the resistance be-
tween pins 9 and 22 of the body controller 25-way
black connector. Set the wiper control switch first to
minimum DELAY and then maximum DELAY. (a) If resistance reading at minimum DELAY
setting is between 0 and 15 ohms, and at maxi-
mum DELAY setting the resistance is between
240,000 and 400,000 ohms, replace the body con-
troller. (b) If the resistance values above are not ob-
tained, replace the wiper control switch.
CONDITION: WIPERS DO NOT RUN CONTINUALLY WHEN WASH CONTROL ISOPERATED DURING DELAY MODE
PROCEDURE
(1) Disconnect 25-way blue connector from the
body controller (2) Using a voltmeter, connect the positive lead to
pin 10 of the (Black) connector. Connect negative
lead to the body computer metal case. (3) Set wiper control switch to DELAY position.
(4) Depress wash switch.
(5) If voltage reads 0, check switch relay and wir-
ing. (6) If voltage is between 10 and 15 volts, the prob-
lem is in the body controller.
CONDITION: IN DELAY MODE, WIPERS RUN CONTINUALLY WHEN WASH IS OPERATEDBUT DO NOT PROVIDE FOUR EXTRA WIPESWHEN WASH CONTROL IS RELEASED
PROCEDURE
Replace body controller.
CONDITION: WIPERS START ERRATICALLY DURING DELAY MODE
PROCEDURE
(1) Verify that the ground connection at the in-
strument panel is making a good connection, free
from paint and is tight. (2) Verify that the motor ground strap is making
good contact and that the motor mounting bolts are
tight. (3) Verify that the wiring connections to the body
controller, wiper motor, and wiper motor switch are
tight and free of corrosion. (4) If condition is not corrected, problem is with
the body controller
Ä WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER SYSTEMS 8K - 13

(2) Turn camshaft until arrows on hub are inline
with No. 1 camshaft cap to cylinder headline. Small
hole (arrow Fig. 12) must be in vertical center line. (3) Install timing belt.
(4) Rotate crankshaft two full revolutions and re-
check timing.
CAUTION: Do not allow oil or solvents to contact
the timing belt as they can deteriorate the rubber
and cause tooth skipping.
(5) Rotate crankshaft till number 1 cylinder is at
the TDC position. (6) Put belt tension Special Tool C-4703 horizon-
tally on large hex of timing belt tensioner pulley and
loosen tensioner lock nut. (7) Reset belt tension Special Tool C-4703 index if
necessary to have axis within 15É of horizontal. (Fig.
13) (8) Turn engine clockwise from TDC two crank revo-
lutions to TDC. Do not reverse rotate crankshaft
or attempt to rotate engine using cam or acces-
sory shaft attaching screw. (9) Hold weighted wrench in position while tighten-
ing bolt on tensioner to 61 N Im (45 ft. lbs.) torque.
(10) Lower engine onto engine mount install mount-
ing bolts and tighten to specifications refer to (Fig. 3). (11) Remove jack from under engine.
(12) Inspect foam stuffer block condition and posi-
tion (Fig. 14). Stuffer block should be intact and secure
within the engine bracket tunnel. (13) Position both halves of timing belt cover to-
gether (Fig. 4). (14) Install fasteners holding cover to cylinder head
and block. Tighten fasteners to 4 N Im (40 in. lbs.)
torque. (15) Valve Timing Check; (timing belt cover in-
stalled). With number one cylinder at TDC, small hole
in sprocket must be centered in timing belt cover hole
(Fig. 12). If hole is not aligned correctly perform
procedure again. (16) Install spark plugs.
Fig. 12 Camshaft Timing
Fig. 13 Adjusting Drive Belt Tension
Fig. 14 Foam Stuffer Block Location
Ä 2.2/2.5L ENGINE 9 - 21