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cuit A142 supplies voltage to the fuel injectors. Each
injector has a separate ground circuit controlled by
the PCM.
Circuit K11 provides ground for injector number
one. The K11 circuit connects to cavity 16 of the
PCM.
Circuit K12 provides ground for injector number
two. The K12 circuit connects to cavity 15 of the
PCM.
Circuit K13 provides ground for injector number
three. The K13 circuit connects to cavity 14 of the
PCM.
Circuit K14 provides ground for injector number
four. The K14 circuit connects to cavity 13 of the
PCM.
On the 4.0L engine, circuit K15 provides ground for
injector number five. The K15 circuit connects to cav-
ity 38 of the PCM.
Also on the 4.0L engine, circuit K16 provides
ground for injector number six. The K16 circuit con-
nects to cavity 58 of the PCM.
HELPFUL INFORMATION
²Circuit A142 splices to supply voltage to the fuel
injectors, ignition coil, PCM, generator.
²For information about fuel injector operation, refer
to Group 14.
IGNITION COIL
When the Automatic Shut Down (ASD) relay con-
tacts close, they connect circuits A14 and A142. Cir-
cuit A142 supplies voltage to the fuel injectors.
Circuit A142 splices to supply voltage to the ignition
coil. The PCM controls the ground path for the igni-
tion coil on circuit K19. Circuit K19 connects to cav-
ity 19 of the PCM.
HELPFUL INFORMATION
Circuit A142 splices to supply voltage to the fuel
injectors, ignition coil, PCM, and generator.
FUEL PUMP RELAY
When the ignition switch is in either the START or
RUN positions, it connects circuit A1 from fuse 6 in
the Power Distribution Center (PDC) to circuit A21.
Circuit A21 supplies battery voltage to the coil side of
the fuel pump relay. The Powertrain Control Module
(PCM) provides ground for the relay on circuit K51.
Circuit K51 connects to cavity 51 of the PCM.
When the PCM grounds the fuel pump relay, con-
tacts inside the relay close and connect circuit A14
from fuse 2 in the PDC to circuit A141. Circuit A141
supplies voltage to the fuel pump motor (part of the
in-tank fuel pump module).
HELPFUL INFORMATION
²Circuit A14 also splices to supply battery voltage
to cavity 3 of the PCM.²Circuit A141 also supplies battery voltage to the
heated oxygen sensor.
FUEL PUMP MODULE
FUEL PUMP MOTOR
When the fuel pump relay contacts close, the relay
supplies voltage to the fuel pump motor. Circuit A141
from the relay supplies voltage to circuit A241. Cir-
cuit A241 connects to circuit F9 in the fuel pump
module harness. Circuit F9 connects to the fuel pump
motor.
Circuit 99 in the fuel pump module harness con-
nects to circuit Z1. Circuit Z1 provides ground for the
fuel pump motor.
FUEL LEVEL SENSOR
The fuel level sensor is a variable resistor. Circuit
G4 connects the fuel level sensor to the fuel gauge in
the instrument cluster. Circuit F87 from fuse 17 in
the fuse block supplies voltage to the fuel gauge. The
fuel level sensor draws voltage from circuit F87
through the fuel gauge on circuit G4. Circuit G4 con-
nects to circuit 57 in the fuel pump module harness.
Circuit 57 connects to the fuel level sensor.
Circuit 99 in the fuel pump module harness con-
nects to circuit Z1. Circuit Z1 provides the ground
path for the fuel level sensor. The grounding point for
circuit Z1 is the left side of the cowl panel.
HELPFUL INFORMATION
As current flows through the coils in the fuel
gauge, it creates a magnetic field. One of the coils in
the gauge receives fixed current. The other coil is
connected to the level sensor. The magnetic field con-
trols the position of the fuel gauge pointer.
The fuel level sensor contains a variable resistor.
As the position of the float arm on the fuel level sen-
sor changes, the resistor changes the current flow
through second coil in the fuel gauge. A change in
current flow alters the magnetic field in the fuel
gauge, which changes the pointer position.
IDLE AIR CONTROL (IAC) MOTOR
The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) operates
the idle air control motor through 4 circuits - K39,
K40, K59, and K60. Each circuit connects to separate
cavities in the PCM connector.
²Circuit K39 connects to cavity 39 of the PCM
²Circuit K40 connects to cavity 40 of the PCM
²Circuit K59 connects to cavity 59 of the PCM
²Circuit K60 connects to cavity 60 of the PCM
VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR
Circuit K7 supplies 8 volts from the Powertrain
Control Module (PCM) to the vehicle speed sensor.
The K7 circuit connects to cavity 7 of the PCM.
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Circuit T17 from fuse 3 in the power distribution
center supplies voltage to the coil and contact sides
of the TCC relay. When the PCM provides a ground
path on circuit K54 for the coil side of the relay, the
relay contacts close.
When the relay contacts close, they connect circuit
T17 with circuit T22. Circuit T22 supplies battery
voltage to the case grounded TCC solenoid. Circuit
K54 connects to PCM cavity 54.
HELPFUL INFORMATION
²In the RUN or START position, the ignition switch
connects circuit A1 from fuse 4 in the PDC to circuit
A21.
UPSHIFT LAMP
On vehicles equipped with a manual transmission,
the PCM grounds the up-shift lamp on circuit K54.
Circuit K54 connects to cavity 54 of the PCM.
POWER STEERING PRESSURE SWITCH
The PCM supplies voltage to the power steering
pressure switch on circuit K10. Circuit Z12 provides
ground for the switch. When the switch closes, volt-
age flows through the switch to ground on circuit
Z12. The switch closes during periods of high power
steering pump load and low engine speed; such as
parking maneuvers.
Circuit K10 connects to cavity 10 of the PCM. Cir-
cuit Z12 terminates at the right rear of the engine.
TACHOMETER SIGNAL
The PCM supplies the signal for the tachometer on
circuit G21. Circuit G21 connects to cavity 43 of the
PCM.
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL)
The PCM provides ground for the instrument clus-
ter malfunction indicator lamp on circuit G3. The
MIL displays the message CHECK ENGINE when il-
luminated. Circuit F87 provides voltage for the lamp.
DATA LINK CONNECTOR
Circuit F12 supplies battery voltage to the data
link connector. Circuit F12 originates at fuse 11 in
the Power Distribution Center.
Circuit D20 connects to cavity 45 of the PCM. Cir-
cuit D20 is the SCI receive circuit for the PCM.
Circuit D21 connects to cavity 25 of the PCM. Cir-
cuit D21 is the SCI transmit circuit for the PCM.
Circuit Z11 provides ground for the data link con-
nector. Circuit Z11 terminates at the right rear of the
engine. Circuit Z11 also connects to cavity 5 of the
PCM.
HELPFUL INFORMATION
²Circuit Z1 also supplies a ground for the PCM
high current drivers.
²If the system loses ground for the Z11 circuits at
the right rear of the engine, the vehicle will not op-
erate. Check the connection at the ganged-ground cir-
cuit eyelet.
²Circuit F12 splices to supply battery voltage to the
vehicle speed control switch, back-up lamp switch,
A/C compressor clutch relay, windshield washer fluid
level sensor and radiator fan relay (4.0L engines).
BRAKE SWITCH INPUT
Circuit K29 provides the brake switch input to the
PCM. Circuit V40 connects to cavity 29 of the PCM.
POWER (DEVICE) GROUND
Circuit Z12 connects to cavities 11 and 12 of the
PCM. The Z12 circuit provides ground for PCM inter-
nal drivers that operate high current devices like the
injectors and ignition coil.
Internal to the PCM, the power (device) ground cir-
cuit connects to the PCM sensor return circuit (from
circuit K4).
HELPFUL INFORMATION
²The grounding point for circuit Z12 is the right
rear of the engine.
²If the system loses ground for the Z12 circuits at
the rear of the engine, the vehicle will not operate.
Check the connection at the ganged-ground circuit
eyelet.
²On vehicles equipped with the 4.0L engine and au-
tomatic transmission, circuit Z12 splices to provide
ground for the transmission control module.
EXTENDED IDLE SWITCH
On Police Package vehicles, an optional extended
idle switch provides an input to the Powertrain Con-
trol Module (PCM) on circuit K10. Circuit K10 con-
nects to cavity 10 of the PCM. Circuit F60 supplies
battery voltage to the extended idle switch. Circuit
Z1 grounds the switch.
CCD BUS
On vehicles equipped with the 4.0L engine, circuits
D1 and D2 connect the Powertrain Control Module
(PCM) to the CCD Bus. Circuit D1 connects to cavity
26 of the PCM. Circuit D2 connects to cavity 46 of
the PCM. Circuits D1 and D2 are a twisted pair of
wires.
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DIAGRAM INDEXÐ2.5L ENGINE
Component Page
Automatic Shut Down Relay.................8W-30-8
Camshaft Position Sensor..................8W-30-10
Crankshaft Position Sensor.................8W-30-11
Data Link Connector......................8W-30-12
Distributor Ignition Coil....................8W-30-12
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor............8W-30-11
Fuel Injector #1.........................8W-30-9
Fuel Injector #2.........................8W-30-9
Fuel Injector #3.........................8W-30-9
Fuel Injector #4.........................8W-30-9
Fuel Pump Relay........................8W-30-20
Fuel Tank Gauge Level Sending Unit...........8W-30-20
Fuse 2 (PDC)........................8W-30-8, 20
Fuse 6 (PDC)........................8W-30-8, 20
Fuse 11 (PDC).........................8W-30-12
Fuse 14 (PDC)..........................8W-30-8
Heated Oxygen Sensor.....................8W-30-7
Idle Air Control Motor.....................8W-30-7
Ignition Switch.......................8W-30-8, 20
Instrument Cluster....................8W-30-12, 20
Intake Air Temperature Sensor...............8W-30-11
MAP Sensor...........................8W-30-10
Powertrain Control Module........8W-30-7 thru 12, 19, 20
Power Steering Pressure Switch...............8W-30-7
Throttle Position Sensor...................8W-30-10
Vehicle Speed Sensor.....................8W-30-12
DIAGRAM INDEXÐ4.0L ENGINE
Component Page
Automatic Shut Down Relay.................8W-30-14
Camshaft Position Sensor..................8W-30-16
Crankshaft Position Sensor.................8W-30-16
Data Link Connector......................8W-30-18
Distributor Ignition Coil....................8W-30-18
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor............8W-30-17
Extended Idle Switch.....................8W-30-19
Extended Idle Switch Lamp.................8W-30-19
Fuel Injector #1.........................8W-30-15
Fuel Injector #2.........................8W-30-15
Fuel Injector #3.........................8W-30-15
Fuel Injector #4.........................8W-30-15
Fuel Injector #5.........................8W-30-15
Fuel Injector #6.........................8W-30-15
Fuel Pump Relay........................8W-30-20
Fuel Tank Gauge Level Sending Unit...........8W-30-20
Fuse 2 (PDC).......................8W-30-14, 20
Fuse 3 (Fuse Block)......................8W-30-19
Fuse 5 (PDC)..........................8W-30-19
Fuse 6 (PDC).....................8W-30-14, 19, 20
Fuse 14 (PDC).........................8W-30-14
Fuse 15 (Fuse Block).....................8W-30-19
Fuse 19 (Fuse Block).....................8W-30-19
Headlamp Switch........................8W-30-19
Heated Oxygen Sensor....................8W-30-13
Idle Air Control Motor.....................8W-30-13
Ignition Switch....................8W-30-14, 19, 20
Instrument Cluster.......................8W-30-18
Intake Air Temperature Sensor...............8W-30-17
MAP Sensor...........................8W-30-16
Powertrain Control Module............8W-30-13 thru 20
Throttle Position Sensor...................8W-30-16
Vehicle Speed Sensor.....................8W-30-18
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
INDEX
page page
ABS Warning Lamp........................ 2
Brake Warning Lamp....................... 2
Charging System Indicator Lamp............... 3
Cluster Ground............................ 3
Diagram Index............................. 3
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge............ 1
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Lamp...... 1
Fuel Gauge.............................. 1
High-Beam Indicator Lamp................... 2
Instrument Cluster......................... 1Low Fuel Warning Lamp..................... 1
Low Washer Fluid Warning Lamp.............. 2
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)............... 2
Manual Transmission Up-Shift Lamp............ 2
Oil Pressure Gauge........................ 2
Oil Pressure Warning Lamp.................. 2
Seat Belt Indicator Warning Lamp.............. 2
Speedometer............................. 2
Tachometer.............................. 2
Turn Signal Indicator Lamps.................. 2
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
The instrument cluster contains the gauges and
warning lamps. All gauges have magnetic move-
ments.
When the ignition switch is in the START or RUN
position, circuit A21 feeds circuit F87 through fuse 17
in the fuse block. Circuit A1 from fuse 6 in the Power
Distribution Center (PDC) supplies voltage to circuit
A21. Circuit A1 is HOT at all times.
Circuit F87 connects to the cluster connector to
power the gauges and to the telltale connector to
power the warning lamps.
Circuit E2 from fuse 19 in the fuse block feeds the
illumination lamps. Circuit E2 originates at the head-
lamp switch and continues through fuse 19. The
headlamp switch powers circuit E2 when the parking
lamps or headlamp are ON.
Circuit Z2 provides ground for the indicator lamps
and illumination lamps.
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE
Circuit G20 connects the engine coolant tempera-
ture gauge to the engine coolant temperature sensor.
The sensor is a variable resistor and case grounded to
the engine. Circuit F87 connects to the instrument
cluster left connector and supplies voltage for the
gauge.
The gauge uses two coils. Current passing through
the coils creates a magnetic field. Position of the
gauge needle is controlled by the amount of current
passing through the coils to ground at the sensor.
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE WARNING
LAMP
Circuit G20 connects the engine coolant tempera-
ture warning lamp to the engine coolant temperature
switch. When the switch closes, battery voltage from
circuit F87 flows through the lamp to ground through
the switch on circuit G20. The engine coolant tem-
perature switch is case grounded to the engine. Cir-cuit F87 connects to the instrument cluster connector
and supplies voltage for the lamp.
Circuit G20 also connects to the warning lamp to
ground when the ignition switch is in the START
position. When the ignition switch is in the START
position, the lamp illuminates for a bulb test.
FUEL GAUGE
The fuel level sensor is a variable resistor. Circuit
G4 connects the fuel level sensor to the fuel gauge in
the instrument cluster. Circuit F87 from fuse 17 in
the fuse block supplies voltage to the fuel gauge. The
fuel level sensor draws voltage from circuit F87
through the fuel gauge on circuit G4. Circuit G4
connects to circuit 57 in the fuel pump module har-
ness. Circuit 57 connects to the fuel level sensor.
Circuit 99 in the fuel pump module harness con-
nects to circuit Z1. Circuit Z1 provides the ground
path for the fuel level sensor. The grounding point for
circuit Z1 is the left side of the cowl panel.
As current flows through the coils in the fuel gauge,
it creates a magnetic field. One of the coils in the
gauge receives fixed current. The other coil is con-
nected to the level sensor. The magnetic field controls
the position of the fuel gauge pointer.
The fuel level sensor contains a variable resistor. As
the position of the float arm on the fuel level sensor
changes, the resistor changes the current flow
through second coil in the fuel gauge. A change in
current flow alters the magnetic field in the fuel
gauge, which changes the pointer position.
LOW FUEL WARNING LAMP
Circuit G4 connects the fuel level sensor to the fuel
gauge. The low fuel level module at the rear of the
gauge monitors resistance in circuit G4. The low fuel
level module powers an light emitting diode (LED)
when the resistance in circuit G4 reaches a calibrated
level. The LED illuminates the Low Fuel indicator.
Refer to Group 8E for additional information.
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cuit A142 supplies voltage to the fuel injectors. Each
injector has a separate ground circuit controlled by
the PCM.
Circuit K11 provides ground for injector number
one. The K11 circuit connects to cavity 16 of the
PCM.
Circuit K12 provides ground for injector number
two. The K12 circuit connects to cavity 15 of the
PCM.
Circuit K13 provides ground for injector number
three. The K13 circuit connects to cavity 14 of the
PCM.
Circuit K14 provides ground for injector number
four. The K14 circuit connects to cavity 13 of the
PCM.
Circuit K15 provides ground for injector number
five. The K15 circuit connects to cavity 38 of the
PCM.
Circuit K16 provides ground for injector number
six. The K16 circuit connects to cavity 58 of the
PCM.
HELPFUL INFORMATION
²Circuit A142 splices to supply voltage to the fuel
injectors, ignition coil, PCM, generator.
²For information about fuel injector operation, refer
to Group 14.
IGNITION COIL
When the Automatic Shut Down (ASD) relay con-
tacts close, they connect circuits A18 and A142. Cir-
cuit A142 splices to supply voltage to the ignition
coil. The PCM controls the ground path for the igni-
tion coil on circuit K19. Circuit K19 connects to cav-
ity 19 of the PCM.
HELPFUL INFORMATION
Circuit A142 splices to supply voltage to the fuel
injectors, ignition coil, PCM, and generator.
FUEL PUMP RELAY
When the ignition switch is in either the START or
RUN positions, it connects circuit A1 from fuse 6 in
the Power Distribution Center (PDC) to circuit A21.
Circuit A21 supplies battery voltage to the coil side of
the fuel pump relay. The Powertrain Control Module
(PCM) provides ground for the relay on circuit K51.
Circuit K51 connects to cavity 51 of the PCM.
When the PCM grounds the fuel pump relay, con-
tacts inside the relay close and connect circuit A14
from fuse 14 in the PDC to circuit A141. Circuit A141
connects to circuit A241. Circuit A241 supplies volt-
age to the fuel pump motor (part of the in-tank fuel
pump module).
HELPFUL INFORMATION
²Circuit A14 also splices to supply battery voltage
to cavity 3 of the PCM.²Circuit A141 also supplies battery voltage to the
heated oxygen sensor.
FUEL PUMP MODULE
FUEL PUMP MOTOR
When the fuel pump relay contacts close, the relay
supplies voltage to the fuel pump motor. Circuit A141
from the relay supplies voltage to circuit A241. Cir-
cuit A241 connects to circuit F9 in the fuel pump mo-
tor. Circuit Z1 provides ground for the fuel pump
motor.
FUEL LEVEL SENSOR
The fuel level sensor is a variable resistor. Circuit
G4 connects the fuel level sensor to the fuel gauge in
the instrument cluster. Circuit F87 from fuse 26 in
the fuse block supplies voltage to the fuel gauge. The
fuel level sensor draws voltage from circuit F87
through the fuel gauge on circuit G4. Circuit G4 con-
nects to the fuel level sensor.
Circuit Z1 provides the ground path for the fuel
level sensor.
HELPFUL INFORMATION
As current flows through the coils in the fuel
gauge, it creates a magnetic field. One of the coils in
the gauge receives fixed current. The other coil is
connected to the level sensor. The magnetic field con-
trols the position of the fuel gauge pointer.
The fuel level sensor contains a variable resistor.
As the position of the float arm on the fuel level sen-
sor changes, the resistor changes the current flow
through second coil in the fuel gauge. A change in
current flow alters the magnetic field in the fuel
gauge, which changes the pointer position.
IDLE AIR CONTROL (IAC) MOTOR
The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) operates
the idle air control motor through 4 circuits - K39,
K40, K59, and K60. Each circuit connects to separate
cavities in the PCM connector.
²Circuit K39 connects to cavity 39 of the PCM
²Circuit K40 connects to cavity 40 of the PCM
²Circuit K59 connects to cavity 59 of the PCM
²Circuit K60 connects to cavity 60 of the PCM
VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR
Circuit K7 supplies 8 volts from the Powertrain
Control Module (PCM) to the vehicle speed sensor.
The K7 circuit connects to cavity 7 of the PCM.
Circuit G7 from the vehicle speed sensor provides
an input signal to the PCM. The G7 circuit connects
to cavity 47 of the PCM.
The PCM provides a ground for the vehicle speed
sensor signal (circuit G7) through circuit K4. Circuit
K4 connects to cavity 4 of the PCM.
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HELPFUL INFORMATION
²If the system loses ground for the Z11 circuits at
the right rear of the engine, the vehicle will not op-
erate. Check the connection at the ganged-ground cir-
cuit eyelet.
²Circuit F12 splices to supply battery voltage to the
vehicle speed control switch, back-up lamp switch,
A/C compressor clutch relay, windshield washer fluid
level sensor and radiator fan relay.
BRAKE SWITCH INPUT
Circuit K29 provides the brake switch input to the
PCM. Circuit K29 connects to cavity 29 of the PCM.
POWER (DEVICE) GROUND
Circuit Z12 connects to cavities 11 and 12 of the
PCM. The Z12 circuit provides ground for PCM inter-
nal drivers that operate high current devices like the
injectors and ignition coil.
Internal to the PCM, the power (device) ground cir-
cuit connects to the PCM sensor return circuit (from
circuit K4).
HELPFUL INFORMATION
²The grounding point for circuit Z12 is the right
rear of the engine.
²If the system loses ground for the Z12 circuits at
the rear of the engine, the vehicle will not operate.
Check the connection at the ganged-ground circuit
eyelet.
DIAGRAM INDEX
Component Page
Automatic Shut Down Relay.................8W-30-6
Camshaft Position Sensor...................8W-30-8
Crankshaft Position Sensor..................8W-30-9
Data Link Connector......................8W-30-11
Distributor Ignition Coil....................8W-30-11
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor.............8W-30-9
Fuel Injector #1.........................8W-30-7
Fuel Injector #2.........................8W-30-7
Fuel Injector #3.........................8W-30-7
Fuel Injector #4.........................8W-30-7
Fuel Injector #5.........................8W-30-7
Fuel Injector #6.........................8W-30-7
Fuel Pump Relay........................8W-30-12
Fuel Tank Gauge Level Sending Unit...........8W-30-12
Fuse 2 (PDC)...........................8W-30-6
Fuse 6 (PDC)...........................8W-30-6
Fuse 11 (PDC).......................8W-30-6, 11
Fuse 14 (PDC)..........................8W-30-6
Heated Oxygen Sensor....................8W-30-10
Idle Air Control Motor.....................8W-30-10
Ignition Switch.......................8W-30-6, 12
Instrument Cluster....................8W-30-11, 12
Intake Air Temperature Sensor................8W-30-9
MAP Sensor............................8W-30-8
Powertrain Control Module.............8W-30-6 thru 12
Throttle Position Sensor....................8W-30-8
Vehicle Speed Sensor.....................8W-30-11
J8W-30 FUEL/IGNITIONÐXJ-RHD 8W - 30 - 5

minutes). The use of a locating dowel is recom-
mended during assembly to prevent smearing the
material off location.
Mopar Gasket Maker should be applied sparingly
to one gasket surface. The sealant diameter should
be 1.00 mm (0.04 inch) or less. Be certain the mate-
rial surrounds each mounting hole. Excess material
can easily be wiped off. Components should be
torqued in place within 15 minutes. The use of a lo-
cating dowel is recommended during assembly to pre-
vent smearing the material off location.
ENGINE PERFORMANCE
To provide best vehicle performance and lowest ve-
hicle emissions, it is most important that the tune-up
be done accurately. Use the specifications listed on
the Vehicle Emission Control Information label found
on the engine compartment hood.
(1) Test battery specific gravity. Add water, if nec-
essary. Clean and tighten battery connections.
(2) Test cranking amperage draw (refer to Group
8B, Battery/Starter Service for the proper proce-
dures).
(3) Tighten the intake manifold bolts (refer to
Group 11, Exhaust System and Intake Manifold for
the proper specifications).
(4) Perform cylinder compression test:
(a) Check engine oil level and add oil, if neces-
sary.
(b) Drive the vehicle until engine reaches normal
operating temperature.
(c) Select a route free from traffic and other
forms of congestion, observe all traffic laws and
briskly accelerate through the gears several times.
The higher engine speed may help clean out valve
seat deposits which can prevent accurate compres-
sion readings.
CAUTION: DO NOT overspeed the engine.
(d) Remove all spark plugs from engine. As spark
plugs are being removed, check electrodes for ab-
normal firing indicatorsÐfouled, hot, oily, etc.
Record cylinder number of spark plug for future
reference.
(e) Disconnect coil wire from distributor and se-
cure to good ground to prevent a spark from start-
ing a fire.
(f) Be sure throttle blades are fully open during
the compression check.
(g) Insert compression gage adaptor into the
No.1 spark plug hole. Crank engine until maximum
pressure is reached on gauge. Record this pressure
as No.1 cylinder pressure.
(h) Repeat Step 4g for all remaining cylinders.
(i) Compression should not be less than 689 kPa
(100 psi) and not vary more than 172 kPa (25 psi)
from cylinder to cylinder.(j) If cylinder(s) have abnormally low compres-
sion pressures, repeat steps 4a through 4h.
(k) If the same cylinder(s) repeat an abnormally
low reading, it could indicate the existence of a
problem in the cylinder.
The recommended compression pressures are
to be used only as a guide to diagnosing engine
problems. An engine should NOT be disassem-
bled to determine the cause of low compression
unless some malfunction is present.
(5) Clean or replace spark plugs as necessary. Ad-
just gap (refer to Group 8D, Ignition System for gap
adjustment and torque).
(6) Test resistance of spark plug cables (refer to
Group 8D, Ignition System).
(7) Inspect the primary wire. Test coil output volt-
age, primary and secondary resistance. Replace parts
as necessary (refer to Group 8D, Ignition System and
make necessary adjustment).
(8) Perform a combustion analysis.
(9) Test fuel pump for pressure (refer to Group 14,
Fuel System for the proper specifications).
(10) Inspect air filter element (refer to Group 0,
Lubrication and Maintenance for the proper proce-
dure).
(11) Inspect crankcase ventilation system (refer to
Group 0, Lubrication and Maintenance for the proper
procedure).
(12) For emission controls refer to Group 25, Emis-
sion Controls System for service procedures.
(13) Inspect and adjust accessory belt drives (refer
to Group 7, Cooling System for the proper adjust-
ments).
(14) Road test vehicle as a final test.
HONING CYLINDER BORES
Before honing, stuff plenty of clean shop towels un-
der the bores and over the crankshaft to keep abra-
sive materials from entering the crankshaft area.
(1) Used carefully, the Cylinder Bore Sizing Hone
C-823 equipped with 220 grit stones, is the best tool
for this job. In addition to deglazing, it will reduce
taper and out-of-round as well as removing light
scuffing, scoring or scratches. Usually a few strokes
will clean up a bore and maintain the required lim-
its.
CAUTION: DO NOT use rigid type hones to remove
cylinder wall glaze.
(2) Deglazing of the cylinder walls may be done if
the cylinder bore is straight and round. Use a cylin-
der surfacing hone, Honing Tool C-3501, equipped
with 280 grit stones (C-3501-3810). 20-60 strokes, de-
pending on the bore condition, will be sufficient to
provide a satisfactory surface. Using honing oil
C-3501-3880 or a light honing oil available from ma-
jor oil distributors.
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CYLINDER COMBUSTION PRESSURE LEAKAGE
TEST
The combustion pressure leakage test provides an
accurate means for determining engine condition.
Combustion pressure leakage testing will detect:
²Exhaust and intake valve leaks (improper seat-
ing).
²Leaks between adjacent cylinders or into water
jacket.
²Any causes for combustion/compression pressure
loss.
WARNING: DO NOT REMOVE THE RADIATOR CAP
WITH THE SYSTEM HOT AND UNDER PRESSURE
BECAUSE SERIOUS BURNS FROM COOLANT CAN
OCCUR.
Check the coolant level and fill as required. DO
NOT install the radiator cap.
Start and operate the engine until it attains nor-
mal operating temperature, then turn the engine
OFF.
Remove the spark plugs.
Remove the oil filler cap.
Remove the air cleaner.
Calibrate the tester according to the manufactur-
er's instructions. The shop air source for testing
should maintain 483 kPa (70 psi) minimum, 1 379
kPa (200 psi) maximum and 552 kPa (80 psi) recom-
mended.
Perform the test procedures on each cylinder ac-
cording to the tester manufacturer's instructions.
While testing, listen for pressurized air escaping
through the throttle body, tailpipe and oil filler cap
opening. Check for bubbles in the radiator coolant.
All gauge pressure indications should be equal,
with no more than 25% leakage.
FOR EXAMPLE:At 552 kPa (80 psi) input pres-
sure, a minimum of 414 kPa (60 psi) should be main-
tained in the cylinder.
Refer to the Cylinder Combustion Pressure Leak-
age Test Diagnosis chart.
INSPECTION (ENGINE OIL LEAKS IN GENERAL)
Begin with a through visual inspection of the en-
gine, particularly at the area of the suspected leak. If
an oil leak source is not readily identifiable, the fol-
lowing steps should be followed:
(1) Do not clean or degrease the engine at this
time because some solvents may cause rubber to
swell, temporarily stopping the leak.
(2) Add an oil soluble dye (use as recommended by
manufacturer). Start the engine and let idle for ap-
proximately 15 minutes. Check the oil dipstick to
make sure the dye is thoroughly mixed as indicated
with a bright yellow color under a black light.(3) Using a black light, inspect the entire engine
for fluorescent dye, particularly at the suspected area
of oil leak. If the oil leak is found and identified, re-
pair per service manual instructions.
(4) If dye is not observed, drive the vehicle at var-
ious speeds for approximately 24km (15 miles), and
repeat step (3).
If the oil leak source is not positively identi-
fied at this time, proceed with the air leak detec-
tion test method as follows:
(1) Disconnect the breather cap to air cleaner hose
at the breather cap end. Cap or plug breather cap
nipple.
(2) Remove the PCV valve from the cylinder head
cover. Cap or plug the PCV valve grommet.
(3) Attach an air hose with pressure gauge and
regulator to the dipstick tube.
CAUTION: Do not subject the engine assembly to
more than 20.6 kpa (3 PSI) of test pressure.
(4) Gradually apply air pressure from 1 psi to 2.5
psi maximum while applying soapy water at the sus-
pected source. Adjust the regulator to the suitable
test pressure that provide the best bubbles which
will pinpoint the leak source. If the oil leak is de-
tected and identified, repair per service manual pro-
cedures.
(5) If the leakage occurs at the rear oil seal area,
refer to the section, Inspection for Rear Seal Area
Leak.
(6) If no leaks are detected, turn off the air supply
and remove the air hose and all plugs and caps. In-
stall the PCV valve and breather cap hose. Proceed
to step 7.
(7) Clean the oil off the suspect oil leak area using
a suitable solvent. Drive the vehicle at various
speeds approximately 24 km (15 miles). Inspect the
engine for signs of an oil leak by using a black light.
INSPECTION FOR REAR SEAL AREA LEAKS
Since it is sometimes difficult to determine the
source of an oil leak in the rear seal area of the en-
gine, a more involved inspection is necessary. The fol-
lowing steps should be followed to help pinpoint the
source of the leak.
If the leakage occurs at the crankshaft rear oil seal
area:
(1) Disconnect the battery.
(2) Raise the vehicle.
(3) Remove torque converter or clutch housing
cover and inspect rear of block for evidence of oil.
Use a black light to check for the oil leak:
(a) Circular spray pattern generally indicates
seal leakage or crankshaft damage.
(b) Where leakage tends to run straight down,
possible causes are a porous block, distributor seal,
camshaft bore cup plugs oil galley pipe plugs, oil
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