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installed on return hose past upset bead on
power steering fluid reservoir.
(3) Raise vehicle.
(4) Clip power steering return hose and pressure
hose together (Fig. 17).
(5) Install power steering return hose on steel tube
at power steering gear (Fig. 15). Install hose clamp
on power steering return hose at power steering gear
(Fig. 15).Be sure hose clamp is installed on
return hose past upset bead on steel tube at
power gear.
(6) Install power steering return hose on routing
clip at generator shield (Fig. 16).
(7) Lower vehicle.
(8) Start the engine and let run for a few seconds.
Then turn the engine off.
(9) Add fluid if necessary. Repeat the above proce-
dure until the fluid level remains constant after run-
ning the engine.
(10) Raise front wheels of vehicle off the ground.
(11) Start the engine. Slowly turn the steering
wheel right and left, lightly contacting the wheel
stops. Then turn the engine off.
(12) Add power steering fluid if necessary.
(13) Lower the vehicle and turn the steering wheel
slowly from lock to lock.
(14) Stop the engine. Check the fluid level and
refill as required.
(15) If the fluid is extremely foamy, allow the vehi-
cle to stand a few minutes and repeat the above pro-
cedure.
(16) After hose is installed, check for leaks at all
hose connections.
POWER STEERING FLUID SUPPLY HOSE
RESERVOIR TO POWER STEERING PUMP
WARNING: POWER STEERING OIL, ENGINE
PARTS AND EXHAUST SYSTEM MAY BE
EXTREMELY HOT IF ENGINE HAS BEEN RUNNING.
DO NOT START ENGINE WITH ANY LOOSE OR DIS-
CONNECTED HOSES. DO NOT ALLOW HOSES TO
TOUCH HOT EXHAUST MANIFOLD OR CATALYST.
REMOVE
CAUTION: Care must be used when removing the
power steering fluid supply hose from power steer-
ing fluid reservoir. If excessive force is used when
trying to remove hose from nipple on power steer-
ing fluid reservoir, nipple can break off of the res-
ervoir.
(1) Remove hose clamp, attaching power steering
fluid supply hose to power steering fluid reservoir(Fig. 19). Then remove power steering fluid supply
hose from power steering fluid reservoir.
(2) Remove hose clamp, attaching power steering
fluid supply hose to the power steering pump (Fig.
20). Then remove power steering fluid supply hose
from power steering pump fitting.
(3) Remove power steering fluid supply hose from
engine.INSTALL
(1) Install power steering fluid supply hose back
on engine making sure it is correctly routed.
CAUTION: Care must be used when installing
power steering fluid supply hose on power steering
fluid reservoir. If excessive force is used when try-
ing to install hose on nipple of power steering fluid
reservoir, nipple can be broken off the reservoir.
Fig. 19 Power Steering Fluid Supply Hose At
Reservoir
Fig. 20 Power Steering Fluid Supply Hose At Power
Steering Pump
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(2) Install power steering fluid supply hose on
power steering fluid reservoir fitting. Install hose
clamp on power steering fluid supply hose at power
steering fluid reservoir (Fig. 19).Be sure hose
clamp is installed on return hose past upset
bead on power steering fluid reservoir.
(3) Install power steering fluid supply hose on
power steering pump fitting. Install hose clamp on
power steering fluid supply hose at power steering
pump fitting (Fig. 20).Be sure hose clamp is
installed on power steering fluid supply hose
past upset bead on power steering pump fit-
ting.
(4) Start the engine and let run for a few seconds.
Then turn the engine off.
(5) Add fluid if necessary. Repeat the above proce-
dure until the fluid level remains constant after run-
ning the engine.
(6) Raise front wheels of vehicle off the ground.
(7) Start the engine. Slowly turn the steering
wheel right and left, lightly contacting the wheel
stops. Then turn the engine off.
(8) Add power steering fluid if necessary.
(9) Lower the vehicle and turn the steering wheel
slowly from lock to lock.
(10) Stop the engine. Check the fluid level and
refill as required.
(11) If the fluid is extremely foamy, allow the vehi-
cle to stand a few minutes and repeat the above pro-
cedure.
(12) After hose is installed, check for leaks at all
hose connections.
POWER STEERING PUMP (ALL ENGINES)
WARNING: POWER STEERING OIL, ENGINE COM-
PONENTS AND EXHAUST SYSTEM MAY BE
EXTREMELY HOT IF ENGINE HAS BEEN RUNNING.
DO NOT START ENGINE WITH ANY LOOSE OR DIS-
CONNECTED HOSES, OR ALLOW HOSES TO
TOUCH HOT EXHAUST MANIFOLD OR CATALYST.
The power steering pump removal procedure and
pump and bracket fastener locations are the same for
both engine applications used for this vehicle. The
front power steering pump bracket must be removed
as an assembly with the power steering pump and
removed from the pump after removing the pulley
from the power steering pump.
REMOVE
(1) Remove battery cable from (-) negative post on
battery.
(2) Remove Banjo Bolt and power steering fluid
pressure hose from pressure fitting on power steering
pump (Fig. 21).(3) Discard all used O-rings on the power steering
pressure hose Banjo fitting and Banjo bolt.
(4) Remove hose clamp attaching power steering
fluid supply hose to the power steering pump suction
fitting (Fig. 22). Remove power steering fluid supply
hose from power steering pump fitting.
(5) Raise vehicle on jackstands or centered on a
frame contact type hoist. See hoisting in the Lubrica-
tion And Maintenance Section of this service manual
for the required lifting procedure to be used for this
vehicle.
NOTE: If the vehicle is equipped with a dual over-
head cam engine, the bolt attaching the coolant
tube to the intake manifold needs to be removed.
Refer to following step for required procedure.
(6) Remove the bolt attaching the coolant tube
(Fig. 23) to the bottom of the intake manifold.The
Fig. 21 Power Steering Hose Attachment To Power
Steering Pump
Fig. 22 Power Steering Fluid Supply Hose At Power
Steering Pump
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drive belt tension. See Accessory Drive Belts in
Group 7 Cooling System of this service manual for
the correct drive belt tension specification. When cor-
rect drive belt tension is obtained torque the 2 bolts
at the power steering pump cast mounting bracket
(Fig. 24) to 54 N´m (40 ft. lbs.). Then torque the front
power steering pump mounting bracket bolt (Fig. 25)
to 54 N´m (40 ft. lbs.).
(6) Install power steering supply hose on power
steering pump suction fitting (Fig. 22). Install hose
clamp on hose, being sure hose clamp is installed on
hose past upset bead on power steering pump tube.
(7) Using a lint free towel, wipe clean all open
power steering hose ends, and power steering pump
fittings.
(8) Install a new O-ring on the end of the power
steering pressure hose banjo fitting (Fig. 28).(9) Install a new O-ring (Fig. 29) on power steering
fluid pressure hose banjo fitting bolt.
(10) Lubricate both O-rings using fresh clean
power steering fluid.
(11) Install banjo bolt into the power steering pres-
sure hose banjo fitting.
(12) Attach power steering pressure hose on outlet
fitting of the power steering pump (Fig. 21).
(13) Position locating pin on power steering pres-
sure hose banjo fitting so it is against power steering
pump mounting bracket (Fig. 21). While holding
locating pin against power steering pump bracket,
torque pump end Banjo bolt to 34 N´m (25 ft. lbs.).
CAUTION: Do not use automatic transmission fluid
in power steering system. Only use MoparT, Power
Steering Fluid, or equivalent.
(14) Fill power steering reservoir to correct fluid
level.
(15) Connect negative cable back on negative post
of battery.
(16) Start the engine and let run for a few seconds.
Then turn the engine off.
(17) Add fluid if necessary. Repeat the above pro-
cedure until the fluid level remains constant after
running the engine.
(18) Raise front wheels of vehicle off the ground.
(19) Start engine, then slowly turn steering wheel
right and left several times until lightly contacting
the wheel stops. Then turn the engine off.
(20) Add power steering fluid if necessary.
(21) Lower the vehicle. Start engine again and
turn the steering wheel slowly from lock to lock.
(22) Stop the engine. Check the fluid level and
refill as required.
Fig. 27 Setting Power Steering Pump Drive Belt
Tension
Fig. 28 O-Ring Installed On Power Steering Hose
Banjo Fitting
Fig. 29 O-Ring Installed On Banjo Fitting Bolt
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(8)If vehicle is equipped with the dual over-
head cam engine,remove the 2 nuts (Fig. 35)
attaching the power steering fluid reservoir to the
cylinder head .
(9) Remove power steering fluid reservoir from
vehicle.
INSTALL
(1) Install power steering fluid reservoir on cylin-
der head. Install and securely tighten the power
steering fluid reservoir to cylinder head attaching
bolts (Fig. 34) or. (Fig. 35).
(2) Install the power steering fluid return and sup-
ply hose, on the power steering fluid reservoir fit-
tings (Fig. 33).Be sure both hose clamps are
installed on hose past upset bead on power
steering reservoir fittings.
(3) Install engine coolant recovery system tank on
dash panel of vehicle. Install and securely tighten
attaching bolts (Fig. 32).(4) Install the coolant overflow hose from the cool-
ant recovery system (CRS) tank (Fig. 31)
(5) Raise vehicle.
(6) Install power steering return hose, on the steel
tube at the power steering gear (Fig. 30).Be sure
hose clamp is installed on hose past upset bead
on power steering gear steel tube.
(7) Fill power steering pump fluid reservoir to the
proper level.
(8) Start the engine and let run for a few seconds.
Then turn the engine off.
(9) Add fluid if necessary. Repeat the above proce-
dure until the fluid level remains constant after run-
ning the engine.
(10) Raise front wheels of vehicle off the ground.
(11) Start the engine. Slowly turn the steering
wheel right and left, lightly contacting the wheel
stops. Then turn the engine off.
(12) Add power steering fluid if necessary.
(13) Lower the vehicle and turn the steering wheel
slowly from lock to lock.
(14) Stop the engine. Check the fluid level and
refill as required.
(15) If the fluid is extremely foamy, allow the vehi-
cle to stand a few minutes and repeat the above pro-
cedure.
DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY
POWER STEERING PUMP DRIVE PULLEY
The power steering pump must be removed from
the vehicle for removal of the power steering pump
pulley. Refer to Power Steering Pump Removal in the
Power Steering Pump Service Procedures section in
this group of the service manual.
REMOVE
(1) Remove power steering pump from engine.
Refer to Power Steering Pump Removal in the Power
Steering Pump Service Procedures section in this
group of the service manual for required procedure.
CAUTION: Do not hammer on power steering
pump pulley or shaft to remove power steering
pump pulley. This will damage the pulley and the
power steering pump.
(2) Mount power steering pump in a vise using the
power steering pump mounting bracket (Fig. 36).
Install Puller, Special Tool C-4333 or C- 4068 on
power steering pump pulley (Fig. 36). Remove the
power steering pump pulley from the power steering
pump shaft.
(3) Replace power steering pump pulley if bent,
cracked, or loose.
Fig. 34 Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Hoses And
Mounting
Fig. 35 Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Mounting
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However, under these conditions, steering effort will
be increased.
NOTE: The power steering gear (Fig. 1) should NOT
be serviced or adjusted. If a malfunction or oil leak
occurs with the steering gear, the complete steering
gear needs to be replaced.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
POWER STEERING SYSTEM TEST PROCEDURE
The following procedure can be used to test the
operation of the power steering system on the vehi-
cle. This test will provide the flow rate of the power
steering pump along with the maximum relief pres-
sure. This test is to be performed any time a power
steering system problem is present to determine if
the power steering pump or power steering gear is
not functioning properly. The following pressure and
flow test is performed using Pressure/Flow Tester,
Special Tool 6815 (Fig. 2).
POWER STEERING PUMP FLOW AND
PRESSURE TEST PROCEDURE
(1) Check power steering pump drive belt tension
and adjust as necessary.
(2) Disconnect power steering fluid pressure hose,
at power steering pump. Use a container for dripping
fluid.
(3) Connect Pressure Gauge, Special Tool from kit
6815 (Fig. 3) to both hoses using adapter fittings.
Connect spare pressure hose, to power steering pump
pressure hose banjo fitting.
(4) Completely open valve on Special Tool 6815
(Fig. 3).
(5) Start engine and let idle long enough to circu-
late power steering fluid through flow/pressure test
and get air out of fluid. Then shut off engine.(6) Check power steering fluid level, and add fluid
as necessary. Start engine again and let idle.
(7) Pressure gauge should read below 862 kPa
(125 psi), if above, inspect the hoses for restrictions
and repair as necessary. The initial pressure reading
should be in the range of 345-552 kPa (50-80 psi).
The flow meter should read between 1.3 and 1.4
GPM
CAUTION: The following test procedure involves
testing power steering pump maximum pressure
output and flow control valve operation. Do not
leave valve closed for more than 5 seconds as the
pump could be damaged.
(8) Close valve fully three times and record high-
est pressure indicated each time.All three read-
ings must be above specifications and within
345 kPa (50 psi) of each other.
NOTE: Power steering pump maximum relief pres-
sure is 8240 to 8920 kPa (1195 to 1293 psi.).
²If power steering pump pressures above specifi-
cations but not within 345 kPa (50 psi) of each other,
then replace power steering pump.
²If pressures within 345 kPa (50 psi) of each
other but below specifications, then replace power
steering pump.
CAUTION: Do not force the pump to operate
against the stops for more than 5 seconds at a time
because, pump damage will result.
(9) Open test valve. Turn steering wheel to the
extreme left and right positions until against the
stops, recording the highest indicated pressure at
each position. Compare pressure gauge readings to
power steering pump specifications. If highest output
Fig. 3 Power Steering Pump Flow/Pressure Tester
Connected To Power Steering Pump
Fig. 2 Power Steering Pump Flow/Pressure Tester
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DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION (Continued)

(13) Start the engine and let run for a few seconds.
Then turn the engine off.
(14) Add fluid if necessary.
(15) Raise front wheels of vehicle off the ground.
(16) Start engine and turn steering wheel several
times from stop to stop to bleed air from fluid in sys-
tem. Stop engine, check fluid level, and inspect sys-
tem for leaks.Fill pump reservoir to correct
level with Mopart, Power Steering Fluid, or
equivalent.See Checking Fluid Level.
(17) Lower front wheels of vehicle back on the
ground.
CAUTION: During this procedure do not allow the
steering gear inner tie rod boots to become twisted.
(See Wheel Alignment in the suspension section of
this service manual).
(18) Adjust the front Toe setting on the vehicle.
Refer to the Toe Setting Procedure in Front Suspen-
sion Service Procedures in this group of the service
manual. Refer to the Specifications Section at the
end of this group for the desired front Toe specifica-
tion.
(19) Tighten tie rod jam nut (Fig. 18) to 61 N´m
(45 ft.lbs.) torque.
(20) Adjust steering gear to tie rod boots at tie
rods.
DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY
OUTER TIE ROD
DISASSEMBLE
(1) Loosen the inner tie rod to outer tie rod jam
nut (Fig. 19). Thread the jam nut far enough up the
inner tie rod to pull the collar (Fig. 19) away fromthe outer tie rod end. Pull the collar off the end of
the outer tie rod.
(2) Remove the nut attaching the outer tie rod end
to steering knuckle (Fig. 20).Nut is to be removed
from tie rod end using the following procedure,
hold tie rod end stud with a 11/32 socket while
loosening and removing nut with wrench.
(3) Remove tie rod end from steering knuckle
using Remover, Special Tool MB-991113 (Fig. 21) .
(4) Remove outer tie rod from inner tie rod by un-
threading it from the inner tie rod.
ASSEMBLE
(1) Install the jam nut (Fig. 19) on inner tie rod
end.
Fig. 18 Outer Tie Rod End Jam Nut
Fig. 19 Outer Tie Rod
Fig. 20 Removing /Installing Tie Rod End Attaching
Nut
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to 3mm (1/8 in.) below the ADD mark on the dip-
stick.
(9) Recheck the fluid level after the transaxle is at
normal operating temperature. The level should be in
the HOT range. Drive the vehicle a minimum of 10
miles.
(10) Raise the vehicle on the hoist.
(11) Check for leaks around the transaxle oil pan
sealing surfaces.
(12) Recheck the fluid level. The level should be in
the HOT range.
SEVERE USAGE SERVICE
If the vehicle exhibits any of the following symp-
toms, it is recommended that the transaxle oil and
filter be replaced.
²Transaxle oil discolored
²Transaxle oil has high mileage
²Oil feels grimy when rubbed between fingertips
²Poor shift quality
²Delayed gear engagement
²Vehicle shudder between shifts
TRANSAXLE OIL AND FILTER REPLACEMENT
This procedure involves changing the transaxle
fluid and filter, driving the vehicle for 10 miles and
changing the transaxle fluid a second time.
(1) Bring the vehicle up to normal operating tem-
perature. Drive the vehicle a minimum of 10 miles.
(2) Raise the vehicle on the hoist.
(3) Loosen the transaxle oil pan and drain the
fluid into a suitable container.
(4) Remove the pan and clean all sealant from the
pan and transaxle mating surfaces. Clean the mag-
net and the inside of the pan.
(5) Separate the filter and O-ring from the valve
body. Inspect the O-ring for cuts or improper instal-
lation. This could lead to delayed garage shifts.
(6) Install a new filter. Replace the O-ring as nec-
essary.
(7) Apply a 1/8 inch bead of Mopar RTV Sealant to
the mounting flange of the transaxle oil pan. Apply
RTV Sealant to the underside of the attaching bolts.
Attach the oil pan to the transaxle. Tighten the bolts
to 19 N²m (165 in. lbs.).
(8) Lower the vehicle and add 4 Quarts of Mopar
ATF Plus 3 Type 7176 transaxle fluid.
(9) Start the engine and allow it to idle for a min-
imum of one minute. With the parking brake applied,
press your foot on the service brake and cycle the
transaxle from park to all gear positions ending in
neutral or park.
(10) Check the transaxle fluid level and add an
appropriate amount to bring the transaxle fluid level
to 3mm (1/8 in.) below the ADD mark on the dip-
stick.(11) Recheck the fluid level after the transaxle is
at normal operating temperature. The level should be
in the HOT range. Drive the vehicle a minimum of
10 miles.
(12) Raise the vehicle on the hoist.
(13) Remove the pan and clean all sealant from
the pan and transaxle mating surfaces. Clean the
magnet and the inside of the pan.
(14) Separate the filter from the valve body to
allow additional fluid to drain from the transaxle.
Inspect the filter O-ring for any damage and replace
as necessary.
(15) After the transaxle has stopped draining,
reinstall the filter and O-ring.
(16) Apply a 1/8 inch bead of Mopar RTV Sealant
to the mounting flange of the transaxle oil pan.
Apply RTV Sealant to the underside of the attaching
bolts. Attach the oil pan to the transaxle. Tighten the
bolts to 19 N²m (165 in. lbs.).
(17) Lower the vehicle and add 4 Quarts of Mopar
ATF Plus 3 Type 7176 transaxle fluid.
(18) Start the engine and allow it to idle for a min-
imum of one minute. With the parking brake applied,
press your foot on the service brake and cycle the
transaxle from park to all gear positions ending in
neutral or park.
(19) Check the transaxle fluid level and add an
appropriate amount to bring the transaxle fluid level
to 3mm (1/8 in.) below the ADD mark on the dip-
stick.
(20) Recheck the fluid level after the transaxle is
at normal operating temperature. The level should be
in the HOT range.
FLUID DRAIN AND REFILL
(1) Raise vehicle on a hoist (See Group 0, Lubrica-
tion). Place a drain container, with a large opening,
under transaxle oil pan.
(2) Loosen pan bolts and tap the pan at one corner
to break it loose allowing fluid to drain, then remove
the oil pan.
(3) Install a new filter and gasket on bottom of the
valve body and tighten retaining screws to 5 N´m (40
inch-pounds).
(4) Clean the oil pan and magnet. Reinstall pan
using new sealant. Tighten oil pan bolts to 19 N´m
(165 in. lbs.).
(5) Pour four quarts of Mopar ATF PLUS 3 (Auto-
matic Transmission Fluid) type 7176 into the tran-
saxle filler tube.
(6) Start engine and allow to idle for at least one
minute. Then, with parking and service brakes
applied, move selector lever momentarily to each
position, ending in the PARK or NEUTRAL position.
(7) Add sufficient fluid to bring level to 1/8 inch
below the ADD mark.
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SERVICE PROCEDURES (Continued)

ADJUSTMENT
(1) Set parking brake.
(2) Remove floor console. Refer to Group 23, Body.
(3) Place gearshift lever in the (PARK) (P) posi-
tion.
(4) Push down on the tab and unsnap the collar at
the shifter cable to allow the cable to be adjusted
(Fig. 196).
(5) Move the gearshift lever on the transaxle to
the PARKposition.
(6) Verify the shift lever and transaxle are in the
PARK position. Rotate collar on the shift cable
adjuster end up until it seats against the plastic
housing. NOTE: If the collar will not rotate to the
fully detented lock position, rotate the collar back to
its initial unlocked position. Position the ATX in the
gated PARK position. Apply a slight load to the shift
lever, fore or aft in vehicle, while simultaneously
rotating the collar upward to the LOCK position. The
collar must seat against the plastic housing to
achieve the required detented lock position. The gear-
shift linkage should now be properly adjusted.
Check adjustment as follows:
(7) Detent position for NEUTRAL and DRIVE
should be within limits of hand lever gate stops.
(8) Key start must occur only when the shift lever
is in PARK or NEUTRAL positions.
THROTTLE PRESSURE CABLE ADJUSTMENT
PROCEDURE
The throttle pressure cable adjustment is very
important to proper transaxle operation. This adjust-
ment positions a valve which controls shift speed,
shift quality, and part throttle downshift sensitivity.
If the setting is too long, early shifts and slippage
between shifts may occur. If the setting is too short,
shifts may be delayed and part throttle downshifts
may be very sensitive.(1) Perform transaxle throttle pressure cable
adjustment while engine is at normal operating tem-
perature.
(2) Release cross-lock on the cable assembly (pull
cross-lock upward) see (Fig. 197).
(3) To ensure proper adjustment, the cable must be
free to slide all the way toward the engine, against
its stop, after the cross-lock is released.
(4) Move transaxle throttle control lever fully
clockwise, against its internal stop, and press cross-
lock downward into locked position.
The adjustment is complete and transaxle throttle
cable backlash was automatically removed.
Test cable freedom of operation by moving the
transaxle throttle lever forward (counterclockwise).
Then slowly release it to confirm it will return fully
rearward (clockwise).
No lubrication is required for any component of the
throttle cable system.
SHIFTER/IGNITION INTERLOCK SYSTEM
If ignition switch cannot be turned to the LOCK
position, with shifter in PARK, an adjustment of the
Interlock System may be required. To adjust Shifter/
Ignition Interlock System, follow procedure listed
below.
(1) Disconnect and isolate, the battery negative (-)
cable from the vehicle battery.
(2) Remove console assembly. Refer to Group 23,
Body.
(3) Remove the gearshift knob set screw and knob.
(4) Remove the screws retaining the gearshift indi-
cator bezel and remove bezel and indicator lamp.
(5) Reinstall the gearshift knob.
(6) Place shifter in PARK.
(7) Turn ignition switch to the LOCK or ACCES-
SORY position. If cable has lost its adjustment, man-
ually position cable to get key into LOCK or
ACCESSORY position. Grasp slug on interlock cable
Fig. 196 Gearshift Cable Adjustment
Fig. 197 Throttle Pressure Cable Adjuster Lock
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