INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
INDEX
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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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REAR LIGHTING
TAIL LAMPS AND REAR LICENSE PLATE LAMPS
Circuit A3 from fuse 5 in the Power Distribution
Center (PDC) connects to a bus bar in the fuse block
which feeds circuit L7. Fuse 15 in the fuse block pro-
tects circuit L7.
The headlamp switch has three positions: ON,
PARK (parking lamps) and OFF, plus a dimmer
switch. When the headlamp switch is in the PARK or
ON position, the switch connects circuit L7 to circuit
L90. From the headlamp switch, circuit L90 branches
to power the front parking lamps and rear tail
lamps, side marker lamps, and rear license plate
lamps.
GROUND CIRCUIT
Circuit Z1 provides a ground for the parking lamps,
tail lamps, and rear license plate lamps.
HELPFUL INFORMATION
²If the vehicle is equipped with factory installed
trailer tow, circuit L90 splices to the trailer tow har-
ness.
²Check fuse 5 in PDC.
²Check fuse 15 in the fuse block.
²When the headlamp switch is in the PARK or ON
position, circuit L7 also connects to circuit E2. Cir-
cuit E2 continues through fuse 19 in the fuse block.
Circuit E2 powers the illumination lamps.
STOP LAMPS AND CHMSL LAMPS
Circuit L9 from fuse 4 in the Power Distribution
Center (PDC) connects to the stop lamp switch.
When the operator depresses the brake pedal, the
stop lamp switch closes and connects circuit L9 to
circuit L50. Circuit L50 connects to the stop lamps
and Center High Mounted Stop Lamps (CHMSL).
Circuit Z1 provides a ground for the stop lamps and
CHMSL lamps.
HELPFUL INFORMATION
²Check fuse 4 in the PDC.
²Check for continuity across the stop lamp switch
when it is closed.
BACK-UP LAMPS
In the START or RUN position, the ignition switch
connects circuit A1 from fuse 6 in the Power Distri-
bution Center (PDC) to circuit A21. Circuit A21 feeds
a bus bar in the PDC that powers circuit F12
through fuse 11.
Circuit F20 supplies power to the back-up lamp
switch. On automatic transmission equipped vehicles,
the back-up lamp switch is part of an assembly that
includes the PARK/NEUTRAL position switch. When
the operator puts the transmission in REVERSE, the
back-up lamp switch connects circuit F20 to circuit
L10. Circuit L10 feeds the back-up lamps. Circuit Z1
provides ground for the back-up lamps.
HELPFUL INFORMATION
²Check fuses 6 and 11 in the PDC.
²Check for continuity across the back-up lamp
switch when it is closed.
DIAGRAM INDEX
Component Page
Back-Up Lamps........................8W-51-4, 5
Back-Up Lamp Switch.....................8W-51-2
Center High Mounted Stop Lamps (CHMSL).......8W-51-3
Fuse 15 (Fuse Block)......................8W-51-2
Fuse 4 (PDC)...........................8W-51-3
Fuse 6 (PDC)...........................8W-51-2
Fuse 7 (PDC)...........................8W-51-2
Fuse 11 (PDC)..........................8W-51-2
Headlamp Switch.........................8W-51-2
Ignition Switch..........................8W-51-2
License Plate Lamp.......................8W-51-3
Park/Neutral Position Switch.................8W-51-2
Side Marker Lamps.....................8W-51-4, 5
Stop Lamp Switch........................8W-51-3
Tail/Stop Lamps........................8W-51-4, 5
Turn Signal Lamps......................8W-51-4, 5
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REAR LIGHTING
TAIL LAMPS AND REAR LICENSE PLATE LAMPS
Circuit A3 from fuse 5 in the Power Distribution
Center (PDC) connects to a bus bar in the fuse block
which feeds circuit L7. Fuse 9 in the fuse block pro-
tects circuit L7.
The headlamp switch has three positions: ON,
PARK (parking lamps) and OFF, plus a dimmer
switch. When the headlamp switch is in the PARK or
ON position, the switch connects circuit L7 to circuit
L90. From the headlamp switch, circuit L90 branches
to power the front parking lamps and rear tail
lamps, side marker lamps, and rear license plate
lamps.
GROUND CIRCUIT
Circuit Z1 provides a ground for the parking lamps,
tail lamps, and rear license plate lamps.
HELPFUL INFORMATION
²Check fuse 5 in PDC.
²Check fuse 9 in the fuse block.
²When the headlamp switch is in the PARK or ON
position, circuit L7 also connects to circuit E2. Cir-
cuit E2 continues through fuse 25 in the fuse block.
Circuit E2 powers the illumination lamps.
STOP LAMPS AND CHMSL LAMPS
Circuit L9 from fuse 4 in the Power Distribution
Center (PDC) connects to the stop lamp switch.
When the operator depresses the brake pedal, the
stop lamp switch closes and connects circuit L9 to
circuit L50. Circuit L50 connects to the stop lamps
and center high mounted stop lamps (CHMSL). Cir-
cuit Z1 provides a ground for the stop lamps.
HELPFUL INFORMATION
²Check fuses 13 in the PDC.
²Check for continuity across the stop lamp switch
when it is closed.
BACK-UP LAMPS
In the START or RUN position, the ignition switch
connects circuit A1 from fuse 6 in the Power Distri-
bution Center (PDC) to circuit A21. Circuit A21 feeds
a bus bar in the PDC that powers circuit F12
through fuse 11.
Circuit F12 supplies power to the back-up lamp
switch. On automatic transmission equipped vehicles,
the back-up lamp switch is part of an assembly that
includes the PARK/NEUTRAL position switch. When
the operator puts the transmission in REVERSE, the
back-up lamp switch connects circuit F12 to circuit
L10. Circuit L10 feeds the back-up lamps. Circuit Z1
provides ground for the back-up lamps.
HELPFUL INFORMATION
²Check fuses 6 and 11 in the PDC.
²Check for continuity across the back-up lamp
switch when it is closed.
DIAGRAM INDEX
Component Page
Center High Mounted Stop Lamps (CHMSL).......8W-51-3
Fuse 4 (PDC)...........................8W-51-3
Fuse 5 (PDC)...........................8W-51-2
Fuse 6 (Fuse Block).......................8W-51-2
Fuse 6 (PDC)...........................8W-51-2
Fuse 9 (Fuse Block).......................8W-51-2
Headlamp Switch.........................8W-51-2
Ignition Switch..........................8W-51-2
Left Back-Up Lamp.......................8W-51-4
Left Side Marker Lamp.....................8W-51-4
Left Tail/Stop Lamp.......................8W-51-4
Left Turn Signal Lamp.....................8W-51-4
License Plate Lamp.......................8W-51-3
Park/Neutral Position Switch.................8W-51-2
Right Back-Up Lamp......................8W-51-5
Right Side Marker Lamp....................8W-51-5
Right Tail/Stop Lamp......................8W-51-4
Right Turn Signal Lamp....................8W-51-5
Stop Lamp Switch........................8W-51-3
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FUEL/IGNITION
INDEX
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Automatic Shut Down (ASD) Relay............. 1
Battery Feed.............................. 2
Brake Switch Input......................... 5
Camshaft Position Sensor.................... 3
Crankshaft Position Sensor................... 3
Data Link Connector........................ 5
Diagram Index............................ 5
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor............ 3
Fuel Injectors............................. 2
Fuel Pump Module......................... 2
Fuel Pump Relay.......................... 2
Heated Oxygen Sensor...................... 3Idle Air Control (IAC) Motor................... 2
Ignition Coil.............................. 2
Ignition Switch............................ 1
Intake Air Temperature Sensor................ 4
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)............... 5
Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor............. 4
Park/Neutral Position Switch.................. 4
Power (Device) Ground...................... 5
Power Steering Pressure Switch............... 4
Tachometer Signal......................... 5
Throttle Position Sensor..................... 4
Vehicle Speed Sensor....................... 3
IGNITION SWITCH
Circuit A1 from fuse 4 in the Power Distribution
Center (PDC), supplies battery voltage to the ignition
switch. Depending upon position, the ignition switch
powers circuits A21, A22, A31, and A41.
START POSITION
In the START position, the ignition switch connects
circuit A1 to circuit A41. Circuit A41 connects to the
coil side of the starter motor relay.
Also in the START position, the case grounded ig-
nition switch provides ground for the brake lamp
switch and parking brake lamp switch on circuit G11.
START OR RUN POSITION
In the START and RUN position, the ignition
switch connects circuit A1 with circuit A21. The A21
circuit connects to fuses 5 and 9 in the fuse block.
Fuse 9 powers circuit G5. Fuse 5 powers circuit G50.
²Circuit G5 powers the buzzer module. Circuit G5
also splices to power the daytime running lamps
module (Canada only), A/C compressor clutch relay,
heated rear window relay, and the gauges and indi-
cator lamps in the instrument cluster.
RUN (ONLY) POSITION
When the ignition switch is in the RUN position, it
connects circuit A1 to circuit A22. Circuit A22 powers
fuses 1, 12, and 13 in the fuse block.
²Fuse 1 powers the rear wiper system on circuit
V23.
²Fuse 12 feeds the blower motor and air condition-
ing system on circuit C1.
²Fuse 13 feeds circuit F15 which powers the ABS
module and connects to the coil side of the ABS
power relay.
ACCESSORY OR RUN POSITION
In the ACCESSORY or RUN position, the ignition
switch connects circuit A1 to circuit A31. Circuit A31
connects to a bus bar in the fuse block that feeds
fuses 4 and 7 along with the circuit breaker in cavity
11 .
²Fuse 4 powers circuit L5 which feeds the turn sig-
nal flasher.
²Fuse 7 powers circuit F30. Circuit F30 supplies
power to the radio, radio relay, and the cigar lighter.
²The circuit breaker in cavity 11 powers the V6 cir-
cuits which feed the wiper switch and wiper motor.
AUTOMATIC SHUT DOWN (ASD) RELAY
When the ignition switch is in either the START or
RUN position, it connects circuit A1 from fuse 4 in
the Power Distribution Center (PDC) to circuit A21.
Circuit A21 powers fuse 5 in the fuse block. Circuit
G50 from fuse 5 splices to power the coil side of the
Automatic Shut Down (ASD) 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 ASD relay, contacts in-
side the relay close and connect circuit A14 from fuse
1 in the PDC to circuit A142. Circuit A142 splices to
the generator field terminal, fuel injectors, ignition
coil, and heated oxygen sensor. Circuit A142 also con-
nects to cavity 57 of the PCM.
Circuit A14 from fuse 1 in the PDC supplies bat-
tery voltage to the contact side of the ASD relay.
HELPFUL INFORMATION
²Along with supplying voltage to the ASD relay
contacts, circuit A14 supplies voltage to the contact
side of the fuel pump relay.
²Circuit G50 also supplies battery voltage to the
coil side of the fuel pump relay.
²Circuit A14 also connects to cavity 3 of the PCM.
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switch to ground on circuit Z1. The switch closes dur-
ing periods of high power steering pump load and
low engine speed; such as parking maneuvers. Cir-
cuit K10 connects to cavity 10 of the PCM.
TACHOMETER SIGNAL
The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) supplies the
signal for the tachometer on circuit G21. Circuit G21
connects to cavity 43 of the PCM.
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL)
The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) provides
ground for the instrument cluster malfunction indica-
tor lamp on circuit G3. The MIL displays the mes-
sage CHECK ENGINE when illuminated. Circuit G5
provides voltage for the lamp.
DATA LINK CONNECTOR
Circuit G50 supplies battery voltage to the data
link connector. Circuit G50 originates at fuse 5 in the
fuse block. Circuit G50 is double crimped at the data
link connector and connects to cavity 9 of the Power-
train Control Module (PCM).
Circuit A21 from the ignition switch powers fuse 5
when the switch is in the START or RUN positions.
In the START or RUN position the ignition switch
connects circuit A1 from fuse 4 in the Power Distri-
bution Center (PDC) with circuit A21.
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 splices to circuit Z1 which termi-
nates 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 Z1 and Z11 cir-
cuits at the right rear of the engine, the vehicle will
not operate. Check the connection at the ganged-
ground circuit eyelet.
BRAKE SWITCH INPUT
Circuit V40 provides the brake switch input to the
Powertrain Control Module (PCM). Circuit V40 con-
nects to cavity 29 of the PCM.
POWER (DEVICE) GROUND
Circuit Z11 connects to cavities 11 and 12 of the
Powertrain Control Module (PCM). The Z1 circuit
provides ground for PCM internal drivers that oper-
ate high current devices like the injectors and igni-
tion 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 Z1 is the right rear
of the engine.
²If the system loses ground for the Z1 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, 14
Camshaft Position Sensor................8W-30-10, 16
Crankshaft Position Sensor...............8W-30-10, 16
Data Link Connector...................8W-30-11, 17
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Module.......8W-30-11, 17
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor..........8W-30-9, 18
Fuel Pump Relay........................8W-30-20
Fuel Tank Level Unit......................8W-30-21
Fuse 1 (PDC)........................8W-30-6, 14
Fuse 4 (PDC)........................8W-30-6, 14
Fuse 5 (Fuse Block).................8W-30-6, 14, 20
Heated Oxygen Sensor..................8W-30-7, 15
Idle Air Control Motor..................8W-30-12, 18
Ignition Switch.....................8W-30-6, 14, 20
Ignition Coil........................8W-30-12, 18
Injectors (4.0L).........................8W-30-13
Injectors (2.5L)..........................8W-30-8
Instrument Cluster....................8W-30-11, 17
Intake Air Temperature Sensor.............8W-30-9, 18
MAP Sensor.........................8W-30-9, 18
Power Steering Pressure Switch..............8W-30-12
Powertrain Control Module.............8W-30-6 thru 21
Throttle Position Sensor.................8W-30-9, 18
Vehicle Speed Sensor..................8W-30-11, 17
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REAR LIGHTING
TAIL LAMPS AND LICENSE PLATE LAMPS
Circuit A6 in the Power Distribution Center (PDC)
connects to a bus bar in the fuse block. The fuse
block bus bar powers circuit F33. Circuit F33 con-
nects to the headlamp switch. Fuse 3 in the PDC
protects circuit A3. Fuse 8 in the fuse block protects
circuit F33.
The headlamp switch has three positions: ON,
PARK (parking lamps) and OFF, plus a dimmer
switch. When the headlamp switch is in the PARK or
ON position, the switch connects circuit F33 to cir-
cuit L7. From the headlamp switch, circuit L7
branches to power the front parking lamps and rear
tail and license plate lamps. The lamps are case
grounded.
HELPFUL INFORMATION
²If the vehicle is equipped with factory installed fog
lamps, circuit L7 splices to feed the park lamp relay.
²Jumper harnesses connect the tail, stop, turn sig-
nal lamp to the body harness.
²Check fuse 3 in the PDC.
²Check fuse 8 in the fuse block.
²Circuit L7 also feeds the radio, if equipped.
STOP LAMPS AND CHMSL LAMPS
Circuit A6 from fuse 3 in the Power Distribution
Center (PDC) supplies voltage to the fuse block bus
bar. The bus bar powers circuit F32 through fuse 3 in
the fuse block. Circuit F32 connects to the stop lamp
switch.
When the operator depresses the brake pedal, the
stop lamp switch closes, and connects circuit F32 to
circuit L50. Circuit L50 connects to the CHMSL
lamps and turn signal/hazard flasher. Circuit Z1 pro-
vides ground for the CHMSL lamps. The turn signal/
hazard flasher supplies current to the L62 and L63
circuits. Circuit L62 powers the right stop lamp. Cir-
cuit L63 powers the left stop lamp. The stop lamps
are case grounded.
HELPFUL INFORMATION
²Circuits L50 and Z1 pass through contacts in the
rear door before reaching the CHMSL lamps.
²Check fuse 3 in the PDC.²Check fuse 3 in the fuse block.
²Check for continuity across the stop lamp switch
when it is closed.
²If the vehicle is equipped with anti-lock brakes,
circuit L50 connects to the ABS module.
BACK-UP LAMPS
In the START or RUN position, the ignition switch
connects circuit A1 from fuse 4 in the Power Distri-
bution Center (PDC) to circuit A21. Circuit A21 feeds
a bus bar in the fuse block that powers circuit G5
through fuse 9.
Circuit G5 splices to supply power to the back-up
lamp switch. On automatic transmission vehicles, the
back-up lamp switch is part of an assembly that in-
cludes the PARK/NEUTRAL position switch.
When the operator puts the transmission in Re-
verse, the back-up lamp switch connects circuit G5 to
circuit L1. Circuit L1 feeds the case grounded
back-up lamps.
HELPFUL INFORMATION
²Check fuse 4 in the PDC.
²Check fuse 9 in the fuse block.
²Check for continuity across the back-up lamp
switch when it is closed.
DIAGRAM INDEX
Component Page
ABS Control Module......................8W-51-3
Back-Up Lamps..........................8W-51-4
Back-Up Lamp Switch.....................8W-51-2
Center High Mounted Stop Lamps (CHMSL).......8W-51-3
Fuse 3 (Fuse Block).......................8W-51-2
Fuse 3 (PDC)...........................8W-51-2
Fuse 4 (PDC)...........................8W-51-2
Fuse 9 (Fuse Block).......................8W-51-2
Fuse 8 (Fuse Block).......................8W-51-2
Headlamp Switch.........................8W-51-2
Ignition Switch..........................8W-51-2
Powertrain Control Module..................8W-51-3
Stop Lamp Switch........................8W-51-3
Tail, Stop, and Turn Signal Lamps.............8W-51-4
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IDLE AIR CONTROL MOTOR TEST
Idle air control (IAC) motor operation can be tested
using special exerciser tool number 7558 (Fig. 41).
CAUTION: Proper safety precautions must be taken
when testing the idle air control motor:
²Set the parking brake and block the drive wheels
²Route all tester cables away from the cooling fans,
drive belt, pulleys and exhaust components
²Provide proper ventilation while operating the en-
gine
²Always return the engine idle speed to normal be-
fore disconnecting the exerciser tool
(1) With the ignition OFF, disconnect the IAC mo-
tor wire connector at throttle body (Fig. 41).
(2) Plug the exerciser tool number 7558 harness
connector into the IAC motor.
(3) Connect the red clip of exerciser tool 7558 to
battery positive terminal. Connect the black clip to
negative battery terminal. The red light on the exer-
ciser tool will flash when the tool is properly con-
nected.(4) Start engine.
When the switch on the tool is in the HIGH or
LOW position, the light on the tool will flash. This
indicates that voltage pulses are being sent to the
IAC stepper motor.
(5) Move the switch to the HIGH position. The en-
gine speed should increase. Move the switch to the
LOW position. The engine speed should decrease.
(a) If the engine speed changes while using the
exerciser tool, the IAC motor is functioning prop-
erly. Disconnect the exerciser tool and connect the
IAC motor wire connector to the stepper motor.
(b) If the engine speed does not change, turn the
ignition OFF and proceed to step (6). Do not dis-
connect exerciser tool from the IAC motor.
(6) Remove the IAC motor from the throttle body.
Do not remove IAC motor housing from throttle body.
CAUTION: When checking IAC motor operation with
the motor removed from the throttle body, do not
extend the pintle (Fig. 42) more than 6.35 mm (.250
in). If the pintle is extended more than this amount,
it may separate from the IAC motor. The IAC motor
must be replaced if the pintle separates from the
motor.
(7) With the ignition OFF, cycle the exerciser tool
switch between the HIGH and LOW positions. Ob-
serve the pintle. The pintle should move in-and-out
of the motor.
(a) If the pintle does not move, replace the idle
air control motor. Start the engine and test the re-
placement motor operation as described in step (5).
(b) If the pintle operates properly, check the idle
air control motor bore in the throttle body bore for
blockage and clean as necessary. Reinstall the idle
air control motor and retest. If blockage is not
found, refer to the DRB scan tool and the appropri-
ate Powertrain Diagnostics Procedures service
manual.
Fig. 40 Oxygen SensorÐTypical
Fig. 41 IAC Motor TestingÐTypical
Fig. 42 Idle Air Control (IAC) Motor Pintle
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(4) Apply parking brakes.
(5) Shift transmission momentarily into all gear
ranges. Then shift transmission back to Neutral.
(6) Clean top of filler tube and dipstick to keep dirt
from entering tube.
(7) Remove dipstick and check fluid level as fol-
lows:
(a) Dipstick has three fluid level indicator levels
(Fig. 1) which are: a MIN dot, an OK crosshatch
area, and a MAX fill arrow.
(b) Correct maximum level is to MAX arrow
mark. Correct acceptable level is to OK mark in
crosshatch area.
(c) Incorrect level is at or below MIN dot.
(d) If fluid is low, add only enough Mopar ATF
Plus to restore correct level. Do not overfill.
CAUTION: Do not overfill the transmission. Overfill-
ing may cause leakage out the pump vent which
can be mistaken for a pump seal leak. Overfilling
will also cause fluid aeration and foaming as the ex-
cess fluid is picked up and churned by the gear
train. This will significantly reduce fluid life.
EFFECTS OF INCORRECT FLUID LEVEL
A low fluid level allows the pump to take in air
along with the fluid. Air in the fluid will cause fluid
pressures to be low and develop slower than normal.
If the transmission is overfilled, the gears churn
the fluid into foam. This aerates the fluid causing the
same conditions that occur with a low level.
In either case, air bubbles cause fluid overheating,
oxidation and varnish buildup which interferes with
valve, clutch and servo operation. Foaming also
causes fluid expansion which can result in fluid over-
flow from the transmission vent or fill tube. Fluid
overflow can easily be mistaken for a leak if inspec-
tion is not careful.
TRANSMISSION THROTTLE VALVE CABLE
ADJUSTMENT
Throttle cable adjustment is important to proper
operation. This adjustment positions the throttle
valve which controls shift speed, quality and part
throttle downshift sensitivity.
If cable adjustment setting is too short, early shifts
and slippage between shifts may occur. If the setting
is too long, shifts may be delayed and part throttle
downshifts may be very sensitive. Refer to the In-Ve-
hicle Service section for adjustment procedure.
GEARSHIFT CABLE/LINKAGE ADJUSTMENT
Gearshift cable/linkage adjustment is important be-
cause it positions the valve body manual valve. Incor-
rect adjustment will cause creeping in Neutral,
premature clutch wear, delayed engagement in any
gear, or a no-start in Park or Neutral position.Proper operation of the neutral start switch will
provide a quick check on adjustment. Refer to the In-
Vehicle Service section for adjustment procedure.
ROAD TEST
Before road testing, be sure the fluid level and all
cable/linkage adjustments have been checked and ad-
justed if necessary.
Observe engine performance during the road test. A
poorly tuned engine will not allow an accurate anal-
ysis of transmission operation.
Operate the transmission in all gear ranges. Check
for slippage and shift variations. Note whether the
shifts are harsh, spongy, delayed, early, or if part
throttle downshifts are sensitive.
Watch closely for slippage or engine flare which
usually indicates clutch, band or overrunning clutch
problems. If the condition is advanced, an overhaul
may be necessary to restore normal operation.
A slipping clutch or band can often be determined
by comparing which internal units are applied in the
various gear ranges. The Clutch and Band Applica-
tion chart (Fig. 3) provides a basis for analyzing road
test results.
ANALYZING THE ROAD TEST
Refer to the Clutch and Band Application chart
(Fig. 3) and note which elements are in use in the
various gear ranges.
The rear clutch is applied in all forward ranges (D,
2, 1). The overrunning clutch is applied in first gear
(D and 2 range only). The rear band is applied in 1
and R range only.
For example: If slippage occurs in first gear in D
and 2 range but not in 1 range, the overrunning
Fig. 3 Clutch And Band Application Chart
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