1996 CHRYSLER VOYAGER engine

TEMPERATURE CONTROL
If temperature cannot be adjusted with the TEMP
lever on the control panel, the following could require
service:
(1) Blend-air door binding.
(2) Faulty blend-air door motor.
(3) Improper engine coolant temperature.
(4) Faulty Instrument Panel Control.
SYSTEM CHARGE LEVEL TEST
The procedure below should be used to check
and/or fill the refrigerant charge in the air condition-
ing system.
NOTE: The amount of R134a refrigerant that the air
conditioning system holds is:
²Without rear A/C± .96 kg (34 oz. or 2.13 lbs.)
²With Rear A/C± 1.36 kg (48 oz. or 3.00 lbs.)
NOTE: Low Charge, condition may be described
as:
²Loss of A/C performance
²Fog from A/C outlets
²evaporator may have a HISS sound
There are two different ways the system can be
tested:
²With a scan tool (DRB), thermocouple and the
Charge Determination Graph. Use the scan tool
(DRB) diagnostic topic: Engine±System Monitors, A/C
Pressure.
²Using a manifold gauge set, a thermocouple and
the Charge Determination Graph.
It is recommended to use the gauges or reclaim/re-
cycle equipment.
WARNING: AVOID BREATHING A/C REFRIGERANT
AND LUBRICANT VAPOR OR MIST. EXPOSURE MAY
IRRITATE EYES, NOSE AND THROAT. USE ONLY
APPROVED SERVICE EQUIPMENT MEETING SAE
REQUIREMENTS TO DISCHARGE R-134a SYSTEM.
IF ACCIDENTAL SYSTEM DISCHARGE OCCURS,
VENTILATE WORK AREA BEFORE RESUMING SER-
VICE.
R-134a SERVICE EQUIPMENT OR VEHICLE A/C
SYSTEM SHOULD NOT BE PRESSURE TESTED OR
LEAK TESTED WITH COMPRESSED AIR. SOME
MIXTURES OF AIR/R-134a HAVE BEEN SHOWN TO
BE COMBUSTIBLE AT ELEVATED PRESSURES.
THESE MIXTURES ARE POTENTIALLY DANGER-
OUS AND MAY RESULT IN FIRE OR EXPLOSION
CAUSING INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
(1) Establish your preferred method of measuring
liquid line pressure. Use a manifold gauge set or a
DRB scan tool.(2) Attach a clamp-on thermocouple (P.S.E. 66-324-
0014 or 80PK-1A) or equivalent to the liquid line. It
must be placed as close to the A/C Pressure Trans-
ducer as possible to observe liquid line temperature.
Refer to ªThermocouple Probeº in this section for
more information on probe.
(3) The vehicle must be in the following modes:
²Transaxle in Park
²Engine Idling at 700 rpm
²A/C Controls Set to Outside Air
²Panel Mode
²Full Cool
²High Blower motor, (vehicle equipped with rear
A/C turn rear blower motor ON HIGH)
²A/C Button in the ON position
²Vehicle Windows Open.
²Recirc. button turned OFF
(4) Operate system for a couple of minutes to allow
the system to stabilize.
(5) Set system pressure to about 1793 kPa (260
psi) by placing a piece of cardboard over part of the
front side of the condenser. To place cardboard prop-
erly, remove the upper radiator-condenser cover.
Insert cardboard between condenser and radiator
front. This will maintain a constant pressure.
(6) Observe Liquid Line pressure and Liquid line
temperature. Using theCharge Determination
Chartdetermine where the system is currently oper-
ating. If the system is in the undercharged region,
ADD 0.057 Kg. (2 oz.) to the system and recheck
readings. If the system is in the overcharged region,
RECLAIM 0.057 Kg. (2 oz.) from the system and
recheck readings. Continue this process until the sys-
tem readings are in the proper charge area on the
Charge Determination Chart.
(7) The same procedure can be performed using
the scan tool (DRB). To determine liquid line pres-
sure, attach the scan tool, go to System Moni-
tors±A/C Pressure. Observe liquid line pressure from
A/C Pressure Transducer on digital display and digi-
tal thermometer. Refer toCharge Determination
Chartand determine where the system is operating.
SERVICE PROCEDURES
R-134a REFRIGERANT
This vehicle uses a new type of refrigerant called
R-134a. It is a non-toxic, non-flammable, clear color-
less liquefied gas.
R-134a refrigerant is not compatible with R-12
refrigerant in an air conditioning system. Even a
small amount of R-12 in a R-134a system could cause
compressor failure, refrigerant oil to sludge and/or
poor performance.Never add any other type of
refrigerant to a system designed to use R-134a
refrigerant. System failure will occur.
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DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING (Continued)

NOTE: When connecting the service equipment
coupling to the line fitting, verify that the valve of
the coupling is fully closed. This will reduce the
amount of effort required to make the connection.
(1) Connect manifold gauge set.
(2) Measure refrigerant (refer to capacities) and
heat to 52ÉC (125ÉF) with the charging station. Refer
to the instructions provided with the equipment
being used.
REFRIGERANT CAPACITIES
²Without Rear A/C = .96 kg (34 oz. or 2.13lb.)
²With Rear A/C = 1.36 kg (48 oz. or 3.00 lb.)
(3) Open the suction and discharge valves. Open
the charge valve to allow the heated refrigerant to
flow into the system. When the transfer of refriger-
ant has stopped, close the suction and discharge
valve.
(4) If all of the charge did not transfer from the
dispensing device, run engine at a high idle (1400
rpm). Set the A/C control to A/C, low blower speed,
and open windows. If the A/C compressor does not
engage, test the compressor clutch control circuit and
correct any failure. Refer to Group 8W, Wiring Dia-
grams.
(5) Open the suction valve to allow the remaining
refrigerant to transfer to the system.
WARNING: TAKE CARE NOT TO OPEN THE DIS-
CHARGE (HIGH-PRESSURE) VALVE AT THIS TIME.(6) Close all valves and test the A/C system perfor-
mance.
(7) Disconnect the charging station or manifold
gauge set. Install the service port caps.
EVACUATING REFRIGERANT SYSTEM
NOTE: Special effort must be used to prevent mois-
ture from entering the A/C system oil. Moisture in
the oil is very difficult to remove and will cause a
reliability problem with the compressor.
If a compressor designed to use R-134a refrigerant
is left open to the atmosphere for an extended period
of time. It is recommended that the refrigerant oil be
drained and replaced with new oil or a new compres-
sor be used. This will eliminate the possibility of con-
taminating the refrigerant system.
If the refrigerant system has been open to the
atmosphere, it must be evacuated before the system
can be filled. Moisture and air mixed with the refrig-
erant will raise the compressor head pressure above
acceptable operating levels. This will reduce the per-
formance of the air conditioner and damage the com-
pressor. Moisture will boil at near room temperature
when exposed to vacuum. To evacuate the refrigerant
system:
NOTE: When connecting the service equipment
coupling to the line fitting, verify that the valve of
the coupling is fully closed. This will reduce the
amount of effort required to make the connection.
(1) Connect a suitable charging station, refrigerant
recovery machine, and a manifold gauge set with
vacuum pump (Fig. 10).
(2) Open the suction and discharge valves and
start the vacuum pump. The vacuum pump should
run a minimum of 45 minutes prior to charge to
Fig. 9 Manifold Gauge Set- Typical
Fig. 10 Refrigerant Recovery Machine Hookup
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SERVICE PROCEDURES (Continued)

eliminate all moisture in system. When the suction
gauge reads -88 kPa (- 26 in. Hg) vacuum or greater
for 45 minutes, close all valves and turn off vacuum
pump. If the system fails to reach specified vacuum,
the refrigerant system likely has a leak that must be
corrected. If the refrigerant system maintains speci-
fied vacuum for at least 30 minutes, start the vac-
uum pump, open the suction and discharge valves.
Then allow the system to evacuate an additional 10
minutes.
(3) Close all valves. Turn off and disconnect the
vacuum pump.
(4) The refrigerant system is prepared to be
charged with refrigerant.
THERMOCOUPLE PROBE
To diagnose the A/C system, a temperature probe is
required to measure liquid line temperature. The
clamp-on type K probe shown in this manual is avail-
able through the Chrysler Professional Service
Equipment (PSE) program. This probe is compatible
with temperature-measuring instruments that accept
Type K Thermocouples and have a miniature connec-
tor input. Other temperature probes are available
through aftermarket sources. All references in this
manual will reflect the use of the probe made avail-
able through the Professional Service Equipment pro-
gram.
In order to use the temperature probe, a digital
thermometer will be required. If a digital thermome-
ter is not available, an adapter is available through
the Professional Service Equipment program. It can
convert any standard digital multimeter into a ther-
mometer. This adapter is designed to accept any
standard K-type thermocouple.
If a digital multimeter is not available, it to can be
ordered through Professional Service Equipment pro-
gram.
STICKING HVAC CONTROL MODULE PUSH
BUTTONS
To service HVAC control module push buttons that
are sticking, spray between the buttons with Mopart
MP-50. The MP-50 is a all purpose lubricant for
mechanical and electrical uses. After spraying around
the push buttons wipe any excess off the radio bezel
and HVAC control module push buttons. Operate the
buttons to ensure that they are operating freely.
SYSTEM LEAK CHECKING
WARNING: R-134a SERVICE EQUIPMENT OR VEHI-
CLE A/C SYSTEM SHOULD NOT BE PRESSURE
TESTED OR LEAK TESTED WITH COMPRESSED
AIR. SOME MIXTURES OF AIR/R-134a HAVE BEEN
SHOWN TO BE COMBUSTIBLE AT ELEVATEDPRESSURES. THESE MIXTURES ARE POTENTIALLY
DANGEROUS AND MAY RESULT IN FIRE OR
EXPLOSION CAUSING INJURY OR PROPERTY
DAMAGE.
If the A/C system is not cooling properly, determine
if the refrigerant system is fully charged with
R-134a. This is accomplished by performing a system
Charge Level-Check or Fill. If while performing this
test A/C liquid line pressure is less than 207 kPa (30
psi) proceed to Empty Refrigerant System Leak Test.
If liquid line pressure is greater than 207 kPa (30
psi) proceed to low refrigerant level leak test. If the
refrigerant system is empty or low in refrigerant
charge, a leak at any line fitting or component seal is
likely. A review of the fittings, lines and components
for oily residue is an indication of the leak location.
To detect a leak in the refrigerant system, perform
one of the following procedures as indicated by the
symptoms.
WARNING: AVOID BREATHING A/C REFRIGERANT
AND LUBRICANT VAPOR OR MIST. EXPOSURE MAY
IRRITATE EYES, NOSE AND THROAT. USE ONLY
APPROVED SERVICE EQUIPMENT MEETING SAE
REQUIREMENTS TO DISCHARGE R-134a SYSTEM.
IF ACCIDENTAL SYSTEM DISCHARGE OCCURS,
VENTILATE WORK AREA BEFORE RESUMING SER-
VICE.
EMPTY REFRIGERANT SYSTEM LEAK TEST
(1) Evacuate the refrigerant system to the lowest
degree of vacuum possible (about 28 in Hg.). Deter-
mine if the system holds a vacuum for 15 minutes. If
vacuum is held, a leak is probably not present. If sys-
tem will not maintain vacuum level, proceed with
this procedure.
(2) Prepare a .284 Kg. (10 oz.) refrigerant charge
to be injected into the system.
(3) Connect and dispense .284 Kg. (10 oz.) of
refrigerant into the evacuated refrigerant system.
(4) Proceed to step two of Low Refrigerant Level
Leak Test.
LOW REFRIGERANT LEVEL LEAK TEST
(1) Determine if there is any (R-134a) refrigerant
in the system. Use the scan tool (DRB) under the
menu Systems Sensors±A/C Pressure test or pressure
gauge liquid line temperature partial charge check.
See system charge level check or fill for procedure.
(2) Position the vehicle in a wind free work area.
This will aid in detecting small leaks.
(3) Bring the refrigerant system up to operating
temperature and pressure. This is done by allowing
the engine to run for five minutes with the system
set to the following:
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SERVICE PROCEDURES (Continued)

²Transaxle in Park
²Engine Idling at 700 rpm
²A/C Controls Set in 100 percent outside air
²Full Panel Mode
²Blower motor ON HIGH
²A/C in the ON position
²Front Windows Open.
²Rear Air Off (If Equipped)
CAUTION: A leak detector designed for R-12 refrig-
erant will not detect leaks in a R-134a refrigerant
system.
(4) Shut off the vehicle and wait 2 to 7 minutes.
Then use an Electronic Leak Detector that is
designed to detect R-134a type refrigerant and search
for leaks. Fittings, lines, or components that appear
to be oily usually indicates a refrigerant leak. To
inspect the evaporator core for leaks, insert the leak
detector probe into the recirculating air door opening
or a heat duct.
If a thorough leak check has been completed with-
out indication of a leak, proceed to System Charge
Level-Check or Fill.
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
A/C PRESSURE TRANSDUCER
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect the wire connector at the pressure
transducer.
(2) Using an open end wrench, remove the trans-
ducer from the liquid line (Fig. 11).
INSTALLATION
(1) Replace transducer O-ring.
(2) For installation, reverse the above procedures.
A/C SERVICE PORTS
WARNING: THE REFRIGERATION SYSTEM MUST
BE COMPLETELY EMPTY BEFORE PROCEEDING
WITH THIS OPERATION.
The High Side service port is serviceable, the Low
Side is not serviceable.
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect the battery negative cable.
(2) Recover A/C system refrigerant.
(3) Unscrew the High Side service port from the
liquid line.
(4) Remove O-ring
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures.
²Install new O-ring.
²Evacuate and recharge A/C system.
BLEND-AIR DOOR ACTUATOR
REMOVAL
The air conditioning system can be equipped with
either a standard, single blend-air door actuator, or it
can be equipped with dual actuators. The dual sys-
tem has separate blend-air controls. This allows for
separate control of the driver's side air, and the pas-
senger side air (Fig. 12).
(1) Remove the lower left side steering column
cover. Refer to Group 8E, Instrument Panel and Sys-
tems.
(2) Remove ABS control module (Fig. 13).
(3) Remove blend-air actuator connector.
(4) Remove blend-air actuator (Fig. 14).
INSTALLATION
(1) For installation, reverse the above procedures.
Fig. 11 A/C Pressure Transducer Removal
Fig. 12 Side View Of HVAC With Actuators
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SERVICE PROCEDURES (Continued)

(3) Locate and remove the wire connector from the
blower resistor block. Block is located at the back of
the engine compartment on the passenger side of the
vehicle under the wiper module (Fig. 19).
NOTE: It may not necessary to remove the wiper
module to access the resistor block.
(4) Using a long flad blade screwdriver, gently
push in on drivers side of resistor. Be careful to catch
the inner release tang and gently pry outward (Fig.
20).
WARNING: THE RESISTOR BLOCK MAY BE HOT.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THE RESISTOR
BLOCK IF THE SYSTEM HAS BEEN RUNNING
RECENTLY. LET THE SYSTEM COOL DOWN
BEFORE REPAIRS ARE INITIATED.
(5) Remove resistor block by inserting a flat blade
pry tool on the side of the resistor block and pushing
inward. Two guide lines are shown on the right hand
edge of the resistor block to help guide the bladeposition. This will release the clips on the side of the
resistor block. Pull resistor block out.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures.
Make sure the ªTOPº lettering is on the top of the
resistor. The coils on the Resistor Block should not be
contacting one another. Before installation, gently
separate the coils (with fingers only) if one coil is
contacting another.
BLOWER MOTOR WHEEL
The blower motor wheel is not serviced separately.
If the wheel needs to be replaced it is serviced as an
assembly of the blower motor. For service procedure
information, refer to Blower Motor Replacement in
this group.
Fig. 18 Blower Motor Screws
Fig. 19 Resistor Block Location
Fig. 20 Resistor Block Removal
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)

COMPRESSOR
REMOVAL
WARNING: REFER TO REFRIGERANT SERVICE
PROCEDURES FOR INFORMATION REGARDING
PROPER RECOVERY OF THE REFRIGERANT
BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO REMOVE THE COM-
PRESSOR.
(1) Disconnect negative battery cable.
(2) Pinch off coolant lines to rear Heat unit (if
equipped). Drain engine coolant.
(3) Remove upper radiator hose.
(4) Remove drive belt (refer to Group 7, Cooling
System). Disconnect compressor clutch wire lead.
(5) Remove refrigerant lines from compressor (Fig.
21) and (Fig. 22).
(6) Remove compressor nuts and bolts (Fig. 23).
(7) Remove compressor (Fig. 24).
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures.
COMPRESSOR CLUTCH/COIL
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the compressor shaft bolt (Fig. 25). A
band type oil filter removal tool can be placed around
the clutch plate to aid in bolt removal.
Fig. 21 Suction Line
Fig. 22 Discharge line
Fig. 23 Compressor Mounts
Fig. 24 Compressor Removal
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)

CAUTION: The clutch pulley and the front plate
were mated at the factory by a burnishing opera-
tion. No attempt should be made to separately
replace either part. This will result in clutch slip-
page due to insufficient contact area.
INSTALLATION
(1) Align pin in back of field coil with hole in com-
pressor end housing, and position field coil into place.
Make sure that lead wires are properly routed, and
fasten with the wire clip screw.
(2) Install field coil retaining snap ring with snap
ring pliers. The bevel side of the snap ring facing
outward. Also both snap ring eyelets must be to the
right or left of the pin on compressor. Press snap ring
to make sure it is properly seated in the groove.
CAUTION: If snap ring is not fully seated it will
vibrate out, resulting in a clutch failure and severe
damage to the front face of the compressor.
(3) Install pulley assembly to compressor. If neces-
sary, tap gently with a block of wood on the friction
surface (Fig. 29).
CAUTION: Do not mar the pulley frictional surface.
(4) Install pulley assembly retaining snap ring
(bevel side outward) with snap ring pliers. Press the
snap ring to make sure it is properly seated in the
groove.
(5) If the original front plate assembly and pulley
assembly are to be reused, the old shim(s) can beused. If not, place a trial stack of shims, 1 mm (0.040
in.) thick, on the shaft against the shoulder.
(6) Install front plate assembly onto shaft.
(7) With the front plate assembly tight against the
shim(s), measure the air gap between front plate and
pulley face with feeler gauges. The air gap should be
between 0.5 and 0.9 mm (.020 and .035 inch) If
proper air gap is not obtained, add or subtract shims
until desired air gap is obtained.
(8) Install compressor shaft bolt. Tighten to
17.562 N´m (155620 in. lbs.).
NOTE: Shims may compress after tightening shaft
nut. Check air gap in four or more places to verify if
air gap is still correct. Spin pulley for final check.
CLUTCH BREAK-IN
After a new clutch has been installed, check the
voltage and amperage to the clutch (determine it to
be satisfactory). Then cycle the A/C clutch approxi-
mately 20 times (5 sec. on and 5 sec. off). For this
procedure, set the system to the A/C mode, using
high blower, and engine rpm at 1500-2000. This pro-
cedure (burnishing) will seat the opposing friction
surfaces and provide a higher clutch torque capabil-
ity.
CONDENSER ASSEMBLY
WARNING: THE REFRIGERATION SYSTEM MUST
BE COMPLETELY EMPTY BEFORE PROCEEDING
WITH THIS OPERATION.
NOTE: Special effort must be used to keep all
R-134a system components moisture-free. Moisture
in the oil is very difficult to remove and will cause a
reliability problem with the compressor.
REMOVAL
(1) Recover A/C system refrigerant.
(2) Remove liquid line at filter-drier (Fig. 30).
(3) Remove (2) bolts attaching filter-drier to radia-
tor module (Fig. 31).
(4) Remove upper radiator crossmember.
(5) Tilt radiator rearward.
(6) Remove upper discharge line at condenser (Fig.
32).
(7) Through fascia, remove lower liquid line from
filter-drier.
(8) Remove (2) lower condenser mounting bolts.
(9) Remove (2) upper mounting bolts.
(10) Remove condenser from vehicle (Fig. 33).
Fig. 29 Installing Pulley Assembly
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)

(2) Remove liquid line at filter-drier (Fig. 42).
(3) Remove the (2) bolts holding filter-drier bracket
to radiator fan module bracket.
(4) Remove the lower liquid line at condenser.
(5) Remove the upper radiator crossmember.
(6) Pull up on radiator and slide filter-drier from
the mounting location.
INSTALLATION
(1) Before installation, replace both refrigerant
line O-rings. Then reverse the above procedures.
Torque filter/drier mounting bolts to 45 in. lbs.610.
(2) Evacuate and recharge system.
HEATER A/C UNIT HOUSING
REMOVAL
WARNING: IF EQUIPPED WITH AIR CONDITIONING,
THE REFRIGERATION SYSTEM MUST BE COM-
PLETELY EMPTY BEFORE PROCEEDING.
(1) Set parking brake.
(2) Disconnect battery negative cable.
(3) Using a refrigerant recovery machine, remove
refrigerant from the A/C system (Fig. 43).
(4) Remove wiper module. Refer to Group 8K,
Windshield Wipers and Washers.
(5) Pinch off rear heater lines if equipped.
(6) Drain engine coolant. Remove heater hoses at
the heater core (Fig. 44). Plug coolant lines.
(7) Remove suction and liquid lines at the expan-
sion valve (Fig. 45).(8) Remove the Instrument Panel Assembly. Refer
to Group 8E, Instrument Panel and Gauges.
(9) Remove heater ducts.
Fig. 42 Filter-Drier Assembly
Fig. 43 A/C Service Ports
Fig. 44 Heater Hoses
Fig. 45 Expansion Valve Plate
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)