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POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect both cables from battery, negative
cable first.
(2) Remove 2 screws holding Power Distribution
Center (PDC) to bracket (Fig. 116).
(3) Remove heat shield from battery (Fig. 117).
(4) Remove nut and clamp holding battery to bat-
tery tray (Fig. 118).
(5) Remove battery from vehicle.(6) Rotate PDC toward center of vehicle to remove
from rear bracket (Fig. 119).
(7) Pull PDC rearward to remove from front
bracket. Lay PDC aside to allow access to Powertrain
Control Module (PCM).
(8) Squeeze tabs on 40-way connector. Pull connec-
tor rearward to remove from PCM (Fig. 120). Remove
both way connectors.
Fig. 115 Proportional Purge Solenoid Valve
Fig. 116 Power Distribution Center Retaining Screws
Fig. 117 Battery Heat Shield
Fig. 118 Battery Clamp
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(9) Remove 3 screws holding PCM to fender (Fig.
121).
(10) Remove PCM from vehicle.
INSTALLATION
(1) Connect 2 40-Way electrical connectors to PCM
(Fig. 120).
(2) Install PCM. Tighten mounting screws.
(3) Install PDC bracket.
(4) Install battery.
CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR
For removal/installation procedures refer to group
8D - Ignition System, Service Procedures.
CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR
For removal/installation procedures refer to group
8D - Ignition System, Service Procedures.
UPSTREAM OXYGEN SENSOR
The oxygen sensor is installed in the exhaust man-
ifold (Fig. 122) or (Fig. 123) or (Fig. 124).
CAUTION: Do not pull on the oxygen sensor wire
when unplugging the electrical connector.
WARNING: THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD AND CATA-
LYTIC CONVERTER MAY BE EXTREMELY HOT. USE
CARE WHEN SERVICING THE OXYGEN SENSOR.
REMOVAL
(1) Raise and support vehicle.
(2) Unplug oxygen sensor electrical connector.
(3) Use a socket such as Snap-On YA8875 or
equivalent to remove sensor.
Fig. 119 PDC Rear Bracket
Fig. 120 PCM 40-Way Connectors
Fig. 121 PCM Removal/Installation
Fig. 122 Upstream Heated Oxygen SensorÐ2.4L
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(4) When the sensor is removed, the exhaust man-
ifold threads must be cleaned with an 18 mm X 1.5 +
6E tap. If using original sensor, coat the threads with
Loctite 771-64 anti-seize compound or equivalent.
INSTALLATION
(1) Reverse removal procedure to install a new
sensor.
New sensors are packaged with compound on the
threads and no additional compound is required. The
sensor must be tightened to 27 N´m (20 ft. lbs.)
torque.
DOWNSTREAM OXYGEN SENSOR
REMOVAL
(1) Raise and support vehicle.
WARNING: THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD MAY BE
EXTREMELY HOT. USE CARE WHEN SERVICING
THE OXYGEN SENSOR.(2) Remove grommet cover to expose connector
(Fig. 125).
(3) Push locking tab back and unplug oxygen sen-
sor electrical connector (Fig. 126).
(4) Use a socket such as Snap-On YA8875 or
equivalent to remove sensor (Fig. 127).
Fig. 123 Upstream Heated Oxygen SensorÐ3.0L
Fig. 124 Upstream Heated Oxygen SensorÐ3.3/3.8L
Fig. 125 Oxygen Sensor Grommet Cover
Fig. 126 Oxygen Sensor Connector Locking Tab
Fig. 127 Oxygen Sensor Removal/Installation
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(5) When the sensor is removed, the exhaust man-
ifold threads must be cleaned with an 18 mm X 1.5 +
6E tap. If using original sensor, coat the threads with
Loctite 771-64 anti-seize compound or equivalent.
INSTALLATION
(1) Reverse removal procedure to install a new
sensor.
New sensors are packaged with compound on the
threads and no additional compound is required. The
sensor must be tightened to 27 N´m (20 ft. lbs.)
torque.
KNOCK SENSOR
For removal/installation procedures refer to Group
8D- Ignition System, Service Procedures.
AIR CLEANER ELEMENT
REMOVAL
(1) Remove 2 screws and air inlet resonator (Fig.
128).
(2) Loosen 3 clamps holding air cleaner housing
halves together.
(3) Remove left side of air cleaner housing (Fig.
129).
(4) Remove element from air cleaner housing (Fig.
130).
INSTALLATION
(1) Install a new element in housing.
(2) Position left side of housing.
(3) Snap clamps into place.(4) Install hoses and air inlet resonator.
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSORÐ2.4L
The coolant sensor threads into the top of the ther-
mostat housing (Fig. 131). New sensors have sealant
applied to the threads.
WARNING: HOT, PRESSURIZED COOLANT CAN
CAUSE INJURY BY SCALDING. COOLING SYSTEM
MUST BE PARTIALLY DRAINED BEFORE REMOV-
ING THE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR.
REFER TO GROUP 7- COOLING.Fig. 128 Air Inlet Resonator
Fig. 129 Air Cleaner Housing (Left Side)
Fig. 130 Air Cleaner Element
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REMOVAL
(1) With the engine cold, drain coolant until level
drops below cylinder head. Refer to Group 7, Cooling
System.
(2) Disconnect coolant sensor electrical connector.
(3) Remove coolant sensor.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install coolant sensor. Tighten sensor to 7 N´m
(60 in. lbs.) torque.
(2) Attach electrical connector to sensor.
(3) Fill cooling system. Refer to Group 7, Cooling
System.
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSORÐ3.0L
The sensor is installed next to the thermostat
housing (Fig. 114).
WARNING: HOT, PRESSURIZED COOLANT CAN
CAUSE INJURY BY SCALDING. COOLING SYSTEM
MUST BE PARTIALLY DRAINED BEFORE REMOV-
ING THE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR.
REFER TO GROUP 7- COOLING.
REMOVAL
(1) With the engine cold, drain coolant until level
drops below cylinder head. Refer to Group 7, Cooling
System.
(2) Disconnect coolant sensor electrical connector.
(3) Remove coolant sensor.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install coolant sensor. Tighten sensor to 7 N´m
(60 in. lbs.) torque.
(2) Attach electrical connector to sensor.
(3) Fill cooling system. Refer to Group 7, Cooling
System.
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSORÐ3.3/
3.8L
The sensor is installed next to the thermostat
housing (Fig. 132).
WARNING: HOT, PRESSURIZED COOLANT CAN
CAUSE INJURY BY SCALDING. COOLING SYSTEM
MUST BE PARTIALLY DRAINED BEFORE REMOV-
ING THE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR.
REFER TO GROUP 7- COOLING.
REMOVAL
(1) With the engine cold, drain coolant until level
drops below cylinder head. Refer to Group 7, Cooling
System.
(2) Disconnect coolant sensor electrical connector.
(3) Remove coolant sensor.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install coolant sensor. Tighten sensor to 7 N´m
(60 in. lbs.) torque.
(2) Attach electrical connector to sensor.
(3) Fill cooling system. Refer to Group 7, Cooling
System.
Fig. 131 Engine Coolant Temperature SensorÐ2.4L
Fig. 132 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
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INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE SENSORÐ2.4L
The intake air temperature sensor threads into the
intake manifold plenum (Fig. 133).
REMOVAL
(1) Remove electrical connector from sensor.
(2) Remove sensor.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install sensor. Tighten sensor to 28 N´m (20 ft.
lbs.) torque.
(2) Attach electrical connector to sensor.
SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE
DESCRIPTION TORQUE
Generator Brkt. to Intake Manifold BoltsÐ3.3/3.8L.54
N´m (40 ft. lbs.)
Coolant SensorÐ2.4L..........7N´m(62in.lbs.)
Coolant SensorÐ3.0L..........7N´m(62in.lbs.)
Coolant SensorÐ3.3/3.8L........7N´m(62in.lbs.)
Cly. Head to Intake Manifold
Strut BoltsÐ3.3/3.8L........54N´m(40ft.lbs.)
EGR Tube to Intake Manifold
Screws..................22N´m(200 in. lbs.)
Idle Air Control Motor..........2N´m(18in.lbs.)
Ignition Coil Fasteners.......12N´m(105 in. lbs.)
Intake Air Temperature Sensor . .28 N´m (20 ft. lbs.)
MAP SensorÐ2.4L............4N´m(35in.lbs.)
MAP SensorÐ3.0L............4N´m(35in.lbs.)
MAP SensorÐ3.3/3.8L..........4N´m(35in.lbs.)
Upstream O2S...............27N´m(20ft.lbs.)
Downstream O2S.............27N´m(20ft.lbs.)
Throttle Body Bolts..........26N´m(225 in. lbs.)
SPECIAL TOOLS
FUEL
Fig. 133 Intake Air Temperature Sensor
Extractor C±4334
Pressure Gauge Assembly C±4799±B
Fuel Pressure Test Adapter 6539
Spanner Wrench 6856
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Metering Orifice
Fuel Line Tool
Fuel Line Adapter
Fuel Line Adapter 1/4
O2S (Oxygen Sensor) Remover/InstallerÐC-4907
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