2001 DODGE TOWN AND COUNTRY check engine

INSTALLATION
(1) Apply MopartThread Sealant to the switch
threads.
(2) Install oil pressure switch in engine block.
(3) Connect oil pressure switch electrical connector
(Fig. 72).
(4) Lower vehicle.
(5) Start engine and check for leaks.
(6) Check and adjust oil level as necessary.
OIL TEMPERATURE SENSOR
DESCRIPTION
The oil temperature sensor is located on the right
side of the engine block. The sensor screws into the
engines main oil gallery (Fig. 73).
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect negative battery cable.
(2) Raise vehicle on hoist.
(3) Disconnect oil temperature sensor electrical
connector (Fig. 73).
(4) Remove oil temperature sensor from engine
block.
INSTALLATION
(1) Apply MopartThread Sealant to the sensor
threads.
(2) Install oil temperature sensor in engine block.
(3) Connect oil temperature sensor electrical con-
nector (Fig. 73)
(4) Lower vehicle.
(5) Start engine and check for leaks.
(6) Check and adjust oil level as necessary.
OIL PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE
DESCRIPTION
The oil pressure relief valve mounts in the front of
the engine block and is used to control oil flow
through the engines lubrication system (Fig. 74).
Fig. 73 REAR ENGINE VIEW
1 - SUSPENSION CRADLE
2 - ENGINE BLOCK
3 - OIL PRESSURE SWITCH
4 - OIL TEMPERATURE SENSOR
5 - VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR
6 - TRANSMISSION
Fig. 74 OIL PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE
1 - O-RING
2 - OIL PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE CAP
3 - OIL PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE SPRING
4 - OIL PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE PLUNGER
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OIL PRESSURE SENSOR/SWITCH (Continued)
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(7) Remove oil cooler retaining stud and remove oil
cooler from engine block (Fig. 78).
INSTALLATION
(1) Clean oil cooler and engine block sealing sur-
faces.
(2) Install oil cooler, retaining bolt, and stud (Fig.
78). Torque retaining bolt to 47.1N´m and stud to
50N´m.
(3) Connect coolant hoses at cooler (Fig. 78).
(4) Install oil filter housing and retaining nut (Fig.
77).
(5) Install oil filter cartridge and oil filter cap
(Refer to 9 - ENGINE/LUBRICATION/OIL FILTER -
INSTALLATION).
(6) Lower vehicle.
(7) Refill cooling system (Refer to 7 - COOLING/
ENGINE/COOLANT - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
(8) Start engine and check for leaks.
(9) Check and adjust oil level as necessary.
OIL FILTER
DESCRIPTION
The oil filter used on this engine is a cartridge
style filter (Fig. 79).
Fig. 77 OIL FILTER HOUSING RETAINING NUT
1 - OIL FILTER HOUSING
2 - OIL FILTER HOUSING RETAINING NUT
3 - OIL COOLER
Fig. 78 WATER PUMP AND OIL COOLER
ASSEMBLIES
1 - WATER PUMP HOUSING STUDS
2 - WATER PUMP
3 - RETAINING NUTS
4 - OIL COOLER RETAINING STUD
5 - OIL COOLER TO ENGINE BLOCK RETAINING BOLT
6 - OIL COOLER COOLANT HOSE
7 - ENGINE BLOCK
Fig. 79 OIL FILTER ASSEMBLY
1 - OIL FILTER CAP
2 - DRAIN PLUG
3 - OIL FILTER CARTRIDGE
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OIL COOLER & LINES (Continued)
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REMOVAL
(1) Raise vehicle on hoist.
(2) Remove oil filter cap drain plug and drain oil
from oil filter housing (Fig. 80).
(3) Remove oil filter cap with suitable oil filter
wrench (Fig. 80).
(4) Remove oil filter cartridge from housing.
INSTALLATION
(1) Clean oil filter cap and drain plug with suit-
able solvent.
(2) Install new oil filter cartridge in oil filter hous-
ing.
(3) Install oil filter cap and drain plug
(4) Lower vehicle from hoist.
(5) Start engine and check for leaks.
(6) Check and adjust oil level as necessary.
OIL JET
DESCRIPTION
There are four oil jets installed in the engine block.
These oil jets are used to cool and lubricate the pis-
ton assemblies (Fig. 81).
REMOVAL
CAUTION: Use caution when removing and installa-
ing oil jets. Damage to oil jet nozzle could cause
severe engine damage.
(1) Disconnect negative battery cable.
(2) Raise vehicle on hoist.
(3) Remove oil pan (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/LUBRI-
CATION/OIL PAN - REMOVAL).
(4) Using special tool VM.1060 to hold oil jet.
Remove oil jet retaining bolt and remove oil jet from
engine block (Fig. 82).
INSTALLATION
CAUTION: Use caution when removing and installa-
ing oil jets. Damage to oil jet nozzle could cause
severe engine damage.
(1) Lubricate o-ring on oil jet.
(2) Using special tool VM.1060, install oil jet in
engine block (Fig. 82).
(3) Install oil jet retaining bolt. Torque bolt to
10.8N´m.
Fig. 80 OIL COOLER AND FILTER ASSEMBLY
1 - WATER PUMP HOUSING
2 - OIL FILTER HOUSING
3 - OIL FILTER CAP
4 - OIL FILTER CAP DRAIN PLUG
5 - OIL COOLER
Fig. 81 OIL JET ASSEMBLY
1 - RETAINING BOLT
2 - OIL JET
3 - O-RING
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OIL FILTER (Continued)
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(3) Align timing belt tensioner spring stop with
tensioner as shown (Fig. 96) and torque timing belt
tensioner retaining bolt to 34.7N´m.
(4) Rotate engine 2 complete revolution and then
recheck tensioner alignment. Readjust tensioner
alignment as necessary.
TIMING BELT/CHAIN AND
SPROCKETS
REMOVAL
CAUTION: Before removing the timing belt, the
engine must put at 90É after TDC. Failure to do so
could result in valve and/or piston damage during
reassembly. (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/VALVE TIMING -
STANDARD PROCEDURE)
(1) Disconnect negative battery cable.
(2) Remove engine cover (Refer to 9 - ENGINE -
REMOVAL).
(3) Remove air cleaner housing assembly.
(4) Support engine and remove right engine
mount.(5) Remove power steering belt (Refer to 7 -
COOLING/ACCESSORY DRIVE/DRIVE BELTS -
REMOVAL).
(6) Remove accessory drive belt (Refer to 7 -
COOLING/ACCESSORY DRIVE/DRIVE BELTS -
REMOVAL).
(7) Remove vibration damper (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/ENGINE BLOCK/VIBRATION DAMPER -
REMOVAL).
(8) Remove timing belt outer cover (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/VALVE TIMING/TIMING BELT / CHAIN
COVER(S) - REMOVAL).
(9) Loosen timing belt tensioner and remove tim-
ing belt (Fig. 97).
Fig. 96 TIMING BELT TENSIONER ALIGNMENT
1 - TENSIONER SPRING STOP
2 - TIMING BELT TENSIONER
3 - TIMING BELT TENSIONER
4 - TIMING BELT
5 - TIMING BELT INNER COVER
Fig. 97 TIMING BELT AND SPROCKETS
1 -CAMSHAFT SPROCKETS
2 - INJECTION PUMP SPROCKET
3 - INJECTION PUMP SPROCKET RETAINING NUT
4 - TIMING BELT
5 - TIMING BELT TENSIONER RETAINING BOLT
6 - TIMING BELT TENSIONER
7 - TENSIONER ALIGNMENT PIN
8 - IDLER PULLEY
9 - CAMSHAFT SPROCKET RETAINING BOLT
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TIMING BELT/CHAIN TENSIONER (Continued)
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EXHAUST SYSTEM
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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EXHAUST SYSTEM
DESCRIPTION............................1
OPERATION.............................1
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING..................2
EXHAUST SYSTEM......................2
EXHAUST SYSTEM RESTRICTION CHECK....2
INSPECTION.............................3
ADJUSTMENTS...........................3
SPECIFICATIONS.........................3
CATALYTIC CONVERTER
DESCRIPTION............................4
OPERATION.............................4
REMOVAL...............................4
INSPECTION.............................5
INSTALLATION............................5CROSS-OVER PIPE
REMOVAL...............................6
INSTALLATION............................6
HEAT SHIELDS
DESCRIPTION............................6
OPERATION.............................6
REMOVAL...............................7
INSTALLATION............................7
MUFFLER
REMOVAL...............................7
INSTALLATION............................7
RESONATOR
REMOVAL...............................8
INSTALLATION............................8
EXHAUST SYSTEM
DESCRIPTION
The exhaust system consist of a catalytic converter,
muffler, and a resonator with connecting pipes in-be-
tween (Fig. 1). The system is serviced in two sections;
the catalytic converter and pipe, and the muffler and
resonator with connecting pipe. A band clamp is used
to connect the joint between the two components.
Three support hanger rods with rubber isolators areused to support and isolate the exhaust system. A
flexible joint, integral to the catalytic converter,
allows for engine movement. On vehicles equipped
with AWD, an additional heat shield is mounted to
the catalytic converter. The exhaust system is tuned
for each vehicle/powertrain combination.
OPERATION
The exhaust system contains, quiets, and cleans
the exhaust gases generated by the engine.
Fig. 1 Exhaust System - Typical (All Vehicles)
1 - CATALYTIC CONVERTER
2 - BAND CLAMP
3 - SUPPORTS - MUFFLER
4 - SUPPORT - RESONATOR5 - RESONATOR
6 - MUFFLER
RSEXHAUST SYSTEM11-1
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DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - EXHAUST SYSTEM
CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTION
EXCESSIVE EXHAUST NOISE
(UNDER HOOD)1. Exhaust manifold cracked or
broken.1. Replace manifold.
2. Manifold to cylinder head leak. 2. Tighten manifold and/or replace
gasket.
3. EGR Valve to manifold gasket
leakage.3. Tighten fasteners or replace
gasket.
4. EGR Valve to EGR tube gasket
leakage.4. Tighten fasteners or replace
gasket.
5. EGR tube to manifold tube
leakage.5. Tighten tube nut.
6. Exhaust flex-joint to manifold
leak.6. Tighten joint fasteners and/or
replace gasket.
7. Exhaust flex-joint. 7. Replace catalytic converter
assembly.
8. Pipe and shell noise from front
exhaust pipe.8. Characteristic of single wall pipe.
EXCESSIVE EXHAUST NOISE 1. Leak at exhaust pipe joints. 1. Tighten clamps at leaking joints.
2. Burned or rusted out muffler
assembly or exhaust pipe.2. Replace muffler resonator tailpipe
assembly or exhaust pipe with
catalytic converter assembly.
3. Burned or rusted out resonator. 3. Replace muffler resonator tailpipe
assembly.
4. Restriction in exhaust system. 4. Perform exhaust restriction test.
replace component as necessary.
5. Converter material in muffler. 5. Replace muffler and converter
assemblies. Check fuel injection and
ignition systems for proper
operation.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - EXHAUST SYSTEM
RESTRICTION
Exhaust system restriction can be checked by mea-
suring back pressure using the DRB IIItand PEP
module pressure tester.
WARNING: THE NORMAL OPERATING TEMPERA-
TURE OF THE EXHAUST SYSTEM IS VERY HIGH.
THEREFORE, NEVER WORK AROUND OR ATTEMPT
TO SERVICE ANY PART OF THE EXHAUST SYSTEM
UNTIL IT IS COOLED. SPECIAL CARE SHOULD BE
TAKEN WHEN WORKING NEAR THE CATALYTIC
CONVERTER. THE TEMPERATURE OF THE CON-
VERTER RISES TO A HIGH LEVEL AFTER A SHORT
PERIOD OF ENGINE OPERATION TIME.
(1) Disconnect and remove the upstream (before
catalytic converter) oxygen sensor. (Refer to 14 -FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL INJECTION/O2 SENSOR -
REMOVAL)
(2) Install the Exhaust Back Pressure Fitting
Adaptor CH8519.
(3) Connect the Low Pressure Sensor (15 psi)
CH7063 to the back pressure fitting.
(4) Following the PEP module instruction manual,
connect all required cables to the DRB IIItand PEP
module. Select the available menu options on the
DRBIIItdisplay screen for using the digital pressure
gauge function.
(5) Apply the park brake and start the engine.
(6) With transmission in Park or Neutral, raise
engine speed to 2000 RPM. Monitor the pressure
readings on the DRBIIIt. Back pressure should not
exceed specified limit. Refer to specification in table
below EXHAUST BACK PRESSURE LIMITS .
11 - 2 EXHAUST SYSTEMRS
EXHAUST SYSTEM (Continued)
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(3) Remove catalytic converter to exhaust manifold
attaching fasteners (Fig. 5).
(4) Remove catalytic converter and gasket (Fig. 5).
INSPECTION
WARNING: THE NORMAL OPERATING TEMPERA-
TURE OF THE EXHAUST SYSTEM IS VERY HIGH.
THEREFORE, NEVER ATTEMPT TO SERVICE ANY
PART OF THE EXHAUST SYSTEM UNTIL IT IS
COOLED. SPECIAL CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN
WHEN WORKING NEAR THE CATALYTIC CON-
VERTER. THE TEMPERATURE OF THE CONVERTER
RISES TO A HIGH LEVEL AFTER A SHORT PERIOD
OF ENGINE OPERATION TIME.
Check catalytic converter for a flow restriction.
(Refer to 11 - EXHAUST SYSTEM - DIAGNOSIS
AND TESTING) Exhaust System Restriction Check
for procedure.
Visually inspect the catalytic converter element by
using a borescope or equivalent. Remove both oxygen
sensors and insert borescope. If borescope is not
available, remove converter and inspect element
using a flashlight. Inspect element for cracked or
melted substrate.
NOTE: Before replacing a catalytic converter, deter-
mine the root cause of failure. Most catalytic con-
verter failures are caused by air, fuel or ignition
problems. (Refer to Appropriate Diagnostic Informa-
tion) for test procedures.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position new gasket onto the manifold flange
and install catalytic converter (Fig. 5). Tighten fas-
teners to 37 N´m (325 in. lbs.).
NOTE: Be careful not to twist or kink the oxygen
sensor wires.
(2) Install (if removed) and connect the down-
stream oxygen sensor (Fig. 4).
(3) Install the muffler/resonator assembly. (Refer
to 11 - EXHAUST SYSTEM/MUFFLER - INSTALLA-
TION)
Fig. 4 Downstream Oxygen Sensor
1 - OXYGEN SENSOR CONNECTOR
2 - CATALYTIC CONVERTER
3 - DOWNSTREAM OXYGEN SENSOR
4 - ENGINE HARNESS CONNECTOR
Fig. 5 Catalytic Converter to Exhaust Manifold
1 - FLAG NUT
2 - GASKET
3 - BOLT
4 - CATALYTIC CONVERTER
RSEXHAUST SYSTEM11-5
CATALYTIC CONVERTER (Continued)
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The fuel filter is replaceable, it is mounted on the
outside and on top of the fuel tank. Refer to the
Maintenance Schedules in the Introduction section of
this manual for recommended fuel filter replacement
intervals.
FFV REPLACEMENT PARTS
Many components in a Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV)
are designed to be compatible with ethanol. Always
be sure that the vehicle is serviced with correct etha-
nol compatible parts.
CAUTION: Replacing fuel system components with
non-ethanol compatible components can damage
your vehicle and may void the warranty.
OPERATION
The fuel system is provided fuel pressure by an in-
tank pump module. The PCM controls the operation
of the fuel system by providing battery voltage to the
fuel pump through the fuel pump relay. The PCM
requires only three inputs and a good ground to oper-
ate the fuel pump relay. The three inputs are:
²Ignition voltage
²Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor
²Camshaft Position (CMP) sensor
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - FUEL DELIVERY
SYSTEM
(Refer to Appropriate Diagnositic Information)
STANDARD PROCEDURE - FUEL SYSTEM
PRESSURE RELEASE PROCEDURE
(1) Remove Fuel Pump relay from Power Distribu-
tion Center (PDC). For location of relay, refer to label
on underside of PDC cover.(2) Start and run engine until it stalls.
(3) Attempt restarting engine until it will no
longer run.
(4) Turn ignition key to OFF position.
(5) Place a rag or towel below fuel line quick-con-
nect fitting at fuel rail.
(6) Return fuel pump relay to PDC.
(7) One or more Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC's)
may have been stored in PCM memory due to fuel
pump relay removal. The DRB IIItscan tool must be
used to erase a DTC.
STANDARD PROCEDURE - DRAINING FUEL
TANK
(1) Release fuel system pressure, refer to the Fuel
System Release Procedure in this section.
(2) Insert a 1/4 inch siphon (max. O. D. 5/16) hose
from a portable fuel siphoning tank through the fuel
filler neck opening into the fuel tank. Hose most
have a 30 degree angle cut on the end to bypass the
check valve in the end of the filler neck. Refer to the
siphoning tank's Manufacturing Instructions.
(3) Drain fuel from fuel tank into siphoning tank.
SPECIFICATIONS
FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE
400 kpa634 kpa (58 psi65 psi)
TORQUE
DESCRIPTION N´m Ft. Lbs. In. Lbs.
Fuel Rail 2.4L 22 200
Fuel Rail 3.3/3.8L 11.8 105
Fuel Tank Strap 54 40
Fuel Tank T Strap 28.2 250
Fuel Filter Bolt 4.5 40
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FUEL DELIVERY (Continued)
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