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8W-10 POWER DISTRIBUTION
Component PageA/C Compressor Clutch..................8Wa-10-19, 20, 38, 40
A/C Compressor Clutch Relay.............8Wa-10-19, 20, 37, 38, 40
Accessory Relay.......................8Wa-10-15, 26, 57
Ambient Temp Sensor........................8Wa-10-54
Auto Shut Down Relay......................8Wa-10-19, 34
Auto Temp Control.........................8Wa-10-33
Back-Up Lamp Switch........................8Wa-10-58
Battery........................8Wa-10-12, 13, 14, 34, 40
Blower Motor Resistor......................8Wa-10-17, 31
Body Control Module......8Wa-10-21, 33, 38, 41, 42, 44, 46, 47, 48, 49, 61
Brake Fluid Level Switch......................8Wa-10-57
Brake Lamp Switch.....................8Wa-10-21, 44, 59
Brake Transmission Shift Interlock Solenoid.............8Wa-10-55
Cabin Heater Assist.....................8Wa-10-20, 36, 52
Camshaft Position Sensor......................8Wa-10-37
Center High Mounted Stop Lamp..................8Wa-10-59
Clockspring.............................8Wa-10-53
Clutch Pedal Interlock Switch Jumper........8Wa-10-16, 30, 46, 47, 53
Clutch Pedal Interlock Switch............8Wa-10-16, 30, 46, 47, 53
Controller Antilock Brake...........8Wa-10-16, 21, 30, 42, 48, 54, 59
Crank Case Ventilation Heater...................8Wa-10-41
Data Link Connector.......................8Wa-10-29, 61
Defogger Relay......................8Wa-10-17, 18, 32, 56
Diagnostic Junction Port.......................8Wa-10-54
Driver Door Lock Switch.....................8Wa-10-28, 29
Driver Heated Seat Module.....................8Wa-10-42
Driver Power Seat Switch......................8Wa-10-42
Driver Power Window Switch....................8Wa-10-29
ECM/PCM Relay.........................8Wa-10-20, 36
EGR Solenoid..........................8Wa-10-37, 39
Electric Wiper De-Icer........................8Wa-10-28
Engine Control Module........8Wa-10-16, 20, 30, 36, 37, 40, 41, 58, 59
Floor Console Lamp.........................8Wa-10-27
Floor Console Power Outlet...................8Wa-10-27, 29
Front Blower Module......................8Wa-10-17, 31
Front Blower Motor Relay................8Wa-10-16, 17, 31, 56
Front Cigar Lighter.......................8Wa-10-15, 27
Front Control Module . . . 8Wa-10-14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25,
26, 29, 30, 31, 32, 38, 40, 45, 46, 47, 50, 51, 52, 53, 54. 55, 56, 57, 58, 59, 61
Front Fog Lamp Relay....................8Wa-10-14, 22, 56
Front Washer Pump Motor..................8Wa-10-15, 26, 61
Front Wiper Hi/Low Relay..................8Wa-10-15, 25, 57
Front Wiper On/Off Relay..................8Wa-10-15, 25, 52
Fuel Heater.............................8Wa-10-41
Fuel Heater Relay......................8Wa-10-20, 40, 57
Fuel Injector No. 1..........................8Wa-10-35
Fuel Injector No. 2..........................8Wa-10-35
Fuel Injector No. 3..........................8Wa-10-35
Fuel Injector No. 4..........................8Wa-10-35
Fuel Injector No. 5..........................8Wa-10-35
Fuel Injector No. 6..........................8Wa-10-35
Fuel Pressure Solenoid.......................8Wa-10-37
Fuel Pump Module........................8Wa-10-19, 38
Fuel Pump Relay.......................8Wa-10-19, 38, 57
Fuse 1 (IPM).........................8Wa-10-14, 15, 22
Fuse 2 (IPM) (Diesel).....................8Wa-10-14, 10-24
Fuse 2 (IPM) (Gas)......................8Wa-10-14, 10-23
Fuse 3 (IPM).........................8Wa-10-14, 23, 24
Fuse 4 (IPM).......................8Wa-10-14, 15, 16, 25
Fuse 5 (IPM)...........................8Wa-10-15, 26
Fuse 6 (IPM)...........................8Wa-10-15, 26
Fuse 8 (IPM)...........................8Wa-10-16, 29
Fuse 9 (IPM).........................8Wa-10-16, 17, 30
Fuse 10 (IPM)..........................8Wa-10-17, 31
Fuse 11 (IPM)..........................8Wa-10-15, 26
Fuse 12 (IPM)..........................8Wa-10-17, 31
Fuse 13 (IPM)..........................8Wa-10-18, 32
Fuse 14 (IPM)....................8Wa-10-18, 19, 20, 32, 52
Fuse 15 (IPM) (Diesel)......................8Wa-10-20, 36
Fuse 15 (IPM) (Gas).....................8Wa-10-18, 19, 34
Fuse 16 (IPM) (Diesel)......................8Wa-10-20, 36
Fuse 16 (IPM) (Gas).......................8Wa-10-19, 34
Fuse 17 (IPM) (Diesel)......................8Wa-10-20, 40
Fuse 17 (IPM) (Gas).......................8Wa-10-19, 38
Fuse 18 (IPM)....................8Wa-10-19, 20, 21, 38, 40
Fuse 19 (IPM)......................8Wa-10-19, 20, 21, 42
Fuse 20 (IPM)..........................8Wa-10-21, 42
Fuse 21 (IPM)..........................8Wa-10-21, 42
Fuse 22 (IPM)..........................8Wa-10-21, 42
Fuse 23 (IPM)........................8Wa-10-21, 46, 47
Fuse 24 (IPM)............................8Wa-10-21
Fuse 24 (IPM)............................8Wa-10-44
Fuse 26 (IPM)..........................8Wa-10-21, 44
Fuse 27 (IPM)..........................8Wa-10-21, 44
Fuse 28 (IPM)..........................8Wa-10-15, 26
Fuse 30 (IPM)..........................8Wa-10-21, 45
Fuse 31 (IPM)..........................8Wa-10-21, 45
Fuse 32 (IPM)..........................8Wa-10-21, 45
Fuse 33 (IPM)............................8Wa-10-15
Fuse 33 (IPM)............................8Wa-10-26
Fuselink.............................8Wa-10-12, 13
G100................................8Wa-10-48
G101...............................8Wa-10-34, 40
G103................................8Wa-10-61
G300................................8Wa-10-50
G300................................8Wa-10-51
Generator........................8Wa-10-12, 13, 35, 37
Glow Plug Relay.........................8Wa-10-12, 37
Headlamp Switch........................8Wa-10-24, 55Component PageHeadlamp Washer Pump Motor.................8Wa-10-21, 45
Headlamp Washer Relay...................8Wa-10-21, 45, 56
High Note Horn...........................8Wa-10-29
Horn Relay..........................8Wa-10-16, 29, 52
Ignition Coil.............................8Wa-10-35
Ignition Switch............8Wa-10-16, 21, 30, 38, 39, 41, 46, 47, 53
Instrument Cluster.......................8Wa-10-21, 44
Intelligent Power Module . . 8Wa-10-2, 10-3, 10-4, 10-12, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19,
20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40,
41, 42, 44, 45, 46, 47, 48, 49, 50, 51, 52, 53, 54, 55, 56, 57, 58, 59, 61
Leak Detection Pump........................8Wa-10-39
Left B-Pillar Switch.........................8Wa-10-28
Left Combination Relay.......................8Wa-10-60
Left Fog Lamp..........................8Wa-10-14, 22
Left Front Park/ Turn Signal Lamp............8Wa-10-14, 23, 49, 58
Left Headlamp............................8Wa-10-50
Left Headlamp Leveling Motor................8Wa-10-24, 55, 58
Left High Beam Lamp........................8Wa-10-51
Left Low Beam Lamp........................8Wa-10-51
Left Park Lamp.........................8Wa-10-24, 58
Left Power Mirror..........................8Wa-10-32
Left Rear Lamp Assembly..............8Wa-10-23, 24, 58, 59, 60
Left Repeater Lamp.........................8Wa-10-44
Left Side Impact Airbag Control Module...............8Wa-10-55
Left Sliding Door Control Module..................8Wa-10-45
Left Stop/ Turn Signal Relay.....................8Wa-10-60
Left Turn Signal Lamp.......................8Wa-10-49
License Lamp........................8Wa-10-23, 24, 58
Lift Pump Motor.........................8Wa-10-20, 36
Lift Pump Relay.........................8Wa-10-20, 36
Low Note Horn...........................8Wa-10-29
Mass Air Flow Sensor........................8Wa-10-37
Memory Seat/ Mirror Module....................8Wa-10-42
Message Center...........................8Wa-10-44
Name Brand Speaker Relay.................8Wa-10-18, 32, 52
Occupant Restraint Controller..................8Wa-10-56, 61
Overhead Console..........................8Wa-10-33
Oxygen Sensor 1/1 Upstream....................8Wa-10-35
Oxygen Sensor 1/2 Downstream...................8Wa-10-35
Park Lamp Relay.....................8Wa-10-14, 23, 24, 52
Park/ Neutral Position Switch....................8Wa-10-58
Passenger Door Lock Switch...................8Wa-10-26, 28
Passenger Folding Mirror Relay.............8Wa-10-19, 20, 38, 40
Passenger Heated Seat Module...................8Wa-10-43
Passenger Power Seat Switch....................8Wa-10-43
Passenger Power Window Switch..................8Wa-10-26
Power Liftgate Module......................8Wa-10-21, 45
Power Mirror Switch...................8Wa-10-19, 20, 39, 40
Power Outlet............................8Wa-10-29
Power Seat Circuit Breaker...................8Wa-10-21, 42
Power Window Circuit Breaker.................8Wa-10-15, 26
Powertrain Control Module........8Wa-10-16, 19, 30, 34, 35, 38, 39, 48
PTC4 ..............................8Wa-10-18, 32
Ptc7.............................8Wa-10-15, 16, 29
Radiator Fan Relay.....................8Wa-10-21, 44, 48
Radiator Fan Relay No. 1....................8Wa-10-12, 37
Radiator Fan Relay No. 2....................8Wa-10-37, 44
Radiator Fan Relay No. 3....................8Wa-10-21, 37
Radio..............................8Wa-10-27, 33
Radio Choke...........................8Wa-10-18, 32
Rear A/C-Heater Unit......................8Wa-10-17, 31
Rear Blower Motor Power Module..................8Wa-10-31
Rear Blower Motor Relay.................8Wa-10-17, 18, 31, 56
Rear Power Outlet......................8Wa-10-15, 26, 27
Rear Washer Pump Motor..................8Wa-10-15, 26, 61
Rear Window Defogger Grid...................8Wa-10-18, 32
Rear Wiper Motor..........................8Wa-10-28
Remote Keyless Entry Module....................8Wa-10-33
Right B-Pillar Switch........................8Wa-10-28
Right Combination Relay......................8Wa-10-60
Right Fog Lamp.........................8Wa-10-14, 22
Right Front Park/ Turn Signal Lamp...........8Wa-10-14, 23, 49, 53
Right Headlamp...........................8Wa-10-50
Right Headlamp Leveling Motor...............8Wa-10-24, 53, 55
Right High Beam Lamp.......................8Wa-10-51
Right Low Beam Lamp.......................8Wa-10-51
Right Park Lamp........................8Wa-10-24, 53
Right Power Mirror.........................8Wa-10-32
Right Rear Lamp Assembly................8Wa-10-14, 23, 24, 59
Right Repeater Lamp........................8Wa-10-44
Right Side Impact Airbag Control Module..............8Wa-10-55
Right Sliding Door Control Module.................8Wa-10-45
Right Stop/ Turn Signal Relay....................8Wa-10-60
Right Turn Signal Lamp.......................8Wa-10-49
Sentry Key Immobilizer Module...........8Wa-10-33, 39, 41, 46, 47
Solenoid/ Pressure Switch Assy...................8Wa-10-34
Starter Motor.......................8Wa-10-12, 13, 16, 30
Starter Motor Relay...................8Wa-10-16, 30, 46, 47
Thatcham Alarm Module.................8Wa-10-39, 41, 47, 61
Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid..................8Wa-10-39
Trailer Tow Connector......................8Wa-10-23, 58
Transmission Control Module...........8Wa-10-16, 19, 30, 34, 54, 55
Transmission Control Relay...................8Wa-10-19, 34
Transmission Range Sensor.....................8Wa-10-58
TXV Solenoid............................8Wa-10-31
Vehicle Speed Sensor........................8Wa-10-36
Washer Fluid Level Switch.....................8Wa-10-53
Wiper Module........................8Wa-10-15, 25, 52
RG8W-10 POWER DISTRIBUTION8Wa-10-1
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CLOCKSPRING C4 - BLACK 2 WAY
CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
1 X20 20RD/BK RADIO CONTROL MUX
2 X920 20RD/DB RADIO CONTROL MUX RETURN
CLOCKSPRING C5 - YELLOW 4 WAY
CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
1 R45 18OR/LB DRIVER SQUIB 1 LINE 2
2 R43 18BK/LB DRIVER SQUIB 1 LINE 1
3 R63 18TN/LB DRIVER SQUIB 2 LINE 2
4 R61 18OR/LB DRIVER SQUIB 2 LINE 1
CLUTCH PEDAL UPSTOP SWITCH (DIESEL) - RED 2 WAY
CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
1 K119 20DB/LG CLUTCH PEDAL UPSTOP SWITCH SENSE
2 Z150 20BK/LG GROUND
CLUTCH PEDAL INTERLOCK SWITCH (MTX) - BLACK 2 WAY
CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
1 T141 20YL/OR IGNITION SWITCH OUTPUT (START)
2 T751 20YL IGNITION SWITCH OUTPUT (START)
8Wa - 80 - 46 8W-80 CONNECTOR PIN-OUTSRG
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ENGINE CONTROL MODULE C2 (DIESEL) - BLACK 40 WAY
CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
82 - -
83 - -
84 - -
85 - -
86 T753 20DG/YL IGNITION SWITCH OUTPUT (START)
87 - -
88 K35 20GY/YL EGR SOLENOID CONTROL
89 K35 20GY/YL EGR SOLENOID CONTROL
90 - -
91 - -
92 - -
93 - -
94 - -
95 - -
96 - -
97 - -
98 - -
99 - -
100 - -
101 - -
102 - -
103 - -
104 - -
105 - -
106 - -
107 - -
108 - -
109 - -
110 - -
111 - -
112 K119 20DB/LG CLUTCH PEDAL UPSTOP SWITCH SENSE
113 - -
114 - -
115 K14 14LB/BR FUEL INJECTOR NO. 4 CONTROL
116 K111 14DB/LB COMMON INJECTOR DRIVER
117 - -
118 K11 14WT/DB FUEL INJECTOR NO. 1 CONTROL
119 K12 14TN FUEL INJECTOR NO. 2 CONTROL
120 K13 14BR/LB FUEL INJECTOR NO. 3 CONTROL
121 - -
ENGINE COOLANT TEMP SENSOR (DIESEL) - BLUE 2 WAY
CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
1 K2 20TN/BK ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR SIGNAL
2 K900 20DB/DG SENSOR GROUND
RG8W-80 CONNECTOR PIN-OUTS8Wa-80-57
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LEAK DETECTION PUMP (EXCEPT BUILT-UP-EXPORT) - LT. GRAY 4 WAY
CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
1 K107 18VT/WT LEAK DETECTION PUMP SWITCH SENSE
2 K106 18VT/LB LEAK DETECTION PUMP SOLENOID CONTROL
3 F202 18PK/GY IGNITION SWITCH OUTPUT (RUN-START)
4- -
LEFT B-PILLAR SWITCH - GRAY 3 WAY
CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
1 Z61 20BK/DG GROUND
2 F302 18GY/PK FUSED ACCESSORY RELAY OUTPUT
3 G41 20VT/DG LEFT SLIDING DOOR PILLAR SWITCH MUX
LEFT CINCH/RELEASE MOTOR (POWER SLIDING DOOR) - GRAY 4 WAY
CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
1 Q49 18TN/WT LEFT CINCH/RELEASE MOTOR UNLATCH DRIVER
2 Z249 18BK/WT GROUND
3 Q45 18OR/GY LEFT CINCH/RELEASE MOTOR CLUTCH DRIVER
4 Q47 18TN/GY LEFT CINCH/RELEASE MOTOR LATCH DRIVER
LEFT COMBINATION RELAY (TRAILER TOW) - BLACK 5 WAY
CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
1 L63 18WT/DG LEFT REAR TURN SIGNAL DRIVER
2 Z1 18BK/DG GROUND
2 Z1 18BK/DG GROUND
3 L50 18WT/TN PRIMARY BRAKE SWITCH SIGNAL
3 L50 18WT/TN PRIMARY BRAKE SWITCH SIGNAL
4 L615 18OR LEFT STOP/TURN SIGNAL
5- -
LEFT CYLINDER LOCK SWITCH - BLACK 2 WAY
CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
1 Z463 20BK/LB GROUND
2 G163 20VT/LB LEFT CYLINDER LOCK SWITCH MUX
8Wa - 80 - 72 8W-80 CONNECTOR PIN-OUTSRG
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TRACTION CONTROL SWITCH - BLACK 2 WAY
CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
1 B27 20DG/WT TRACTION CONTROL SWITCH SENSE
2 Z427 20BK/WT GROUND
TRAILER TOW CONNECTOR (EXCEPT BUILT-UP-EXPORT)-4WAY
CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
1 L74 18LG RIGHT STOP SIGNAL
2 L77 18WT/BR FUSED PARK LAMP RELAY OUTPUT (LEFT)
3 Z1 18BK/DG GROUND
4 L73 18YL LEFT STOP SIGNAL
TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE (EATX) - BLACK 60 WAY
CAV CIRCUIT FUNCTION
1 T1 18DG/LB TRS T1 SENSE
2- -
3 T3 18DG/DB TRS T3 SENSE
4- -
5- -
6 K24 18BR/LB CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR SIGNAL
7 D21 18WT/BR SCI TRANSMIT
8 T751 18YL IGNITION SWITCH OUTPUT (START)
9 T9 18DG/TN OVERDRIVE PRESSURE SWITCH SENSE
10 T10 18DG/LG TORQUE MANAGEMENT REQUEST SENSE
11 F1 18PK/WT FCM OUTPUT (UNLOCK-RUN-START)
12 K22 18BR/OR THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR SIGNAL
13 T13 18DG/VT SPEED SENSOR GROUND
14 T14 18DG/BR OUTPUT SPEED SENSOR SIGNAL
15 T15 18YL/BR TRANSMISSION CONTROL RELAY CONTROL
16 T16 18YL/OR TRANSMISSION CONTROL RELAY OUTPUT
17 T16 18YL/OR TRANSMISSION CONTROL RELAY OUTPUT
18 - -
19 T19 18YL/DB 2-4 SOLENOID CONTROL
20 T20 18DG/WT LOW/REVERSE SOLENOID CONTROL
21 - -
22 - -
23 - -
24 - -
25 - -
26 - -
27 - -
28 - -
29 - -
30 - -
31 - -
32 - -
33 - -
RG8W-80 CONNECTOR PIN-OUTS8Wa - 80 - 119
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the cylinder in question.The recommended com-
pression pressures are to be used only as a
guide to diagnosing engine problems. An engine
should not be disassembled to determine the
cause of low compression unless some malfunc-
tion is present.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - ENGINE OIL LEAK
Begin with a thorough visual inspection of the
engine, particularly at the area of the suspected leak.
If an oil leak source is not readily identifiable, the
following steps should be followed:
(1) Do not clean or degrease the engine at this
time because some solvents may cause rubber to
swell, temporarily stopping the leak.
(2) Add an oil soluble dye (use as recommended by
manufacturer). Start the engine and let idle for
approximately 15 minutes. Check the oil dipstick to
make sure the dye is thoroughly mixed as indicated
with a bright yellow color under a black light.
(3) Using a black light, inspect the entire engine
for fluorescent dye, particularly at the suspected area
of oil leak. If the oil leak is found and identified,
repair as necessary.
(4) If dye is not observed, drive the vehicle at var-
ious speeds for approximately 24 km (15 miles), and
repeat inspection.
(5)If the oil leak source is not positively
identified at this time, proceed with the air leak
detection test method as follows:
²Disconnect the fresh air hose (make-up air) at
the cylinder head cover and plug or cap the nipple on
the cover.
²Remove the PCV valve hose from the cylinder
head cover. Cap or plug the PCV valve nipple on the
cover.
²Attach an air hose with pressure gauge and reg-
ulator to the dipstick tube.
CAUTION: Do not subject the engine assembly to
more than 20.6 kpa (3 PSI) of test pressure.
²Gradually apply air pressure from 1 psi to 2.5
psi maximum while applying soapy water at the sus-
pected source. Adjust the regulator to the suitable
test pressure that provides the best bubbles which
will pinpoint the leak source. If the oil leak is
detected and identified, repair per service manual
procedures.
²If the leakage occurs at the crankshaft rear oil
seal area, refer to the section, Inspection for Rear
Seal Area Leak.
(6) If no leaks are detected, turn off the air supply.
Remove the air hose, all plugs, and caps. Install the
PCV valve and fresh air hose (make-up air). Proceed
to next step.(7) Clean the oil off the suspect oil leak area using
a suitable solvent. Drive the vehicle at various
speeds approximately 24 km (15 miles). Inspect the
engine for signs of an oil leak by using a black light.
NOTE: If oil leakage is observed at the dipstick tube
to block location; remove the tube, clean and reseal
using MoparTStud & Bearing Mount (press fit tube
applications only), and for O-ring style tubes,
remove tube and replace the O-ring seal.
INSPECTION FOR REAR SEAL AREA LEAKS
Since it is sometimes difficult to determine the
source of an oil leak in the rear seal area of the
engine, a more involved inspection is necessary. The
following steps should be followed to help pinpoint
the source of the leak.
If the leakage occurs at the crankshaft rear oil seal
area:
(1) Disconnect the battery.
(2) Raise the vehicle.
(3) Remove torque converter or clutch housing
cover and inspect rear of block for evidence of oil.
Use a black light to check for the oil leak. If a leak is
present in this area, remove transmission for further
inspection.
(a) Circular spray pattern generally indicates
seal leakage or crankshaft damage.
(b) Where leakage tends to run straight down,
possible causes are a porous block, oil gallery cup
plug, bedplate to cylinder block mating surfaces
and seal bore. See proper repair procedures for
these items.
(4) If no leaks are detected, pressurize the crank-
case as previously described.
CAUTION: Do not exceed 20.6 kPa (3 psi).
(5) If the leak is not detected, very slowly turn the
crankshaft and watch for leakage. If a leak is
detected between the crankshaft and seal while
slowly turning the crankshaft, it is possible the
crankshaft seal surface is damaged. The seal area on
the crankshaft could have minor nicks or scratches
that can be polished out with emery cloth.
CAUTION: Use extreme caution when crankshaft
polishing is necessary to remove minor nicks and
scratches. The crankshaft seal flange is especially
machined to complement the function of the rear oil
seal.
(6) For bubbles that remain steady with shaft
rotation, no further inspection can be done until dis-
assembled.
9 - 4 ENGINE 2.4LRS
ENGINE 2.4L (Continued)
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(3) Start engine and record oil pressure. Refer to
Specifications for correct oil pressure requirements.
(Refer to 9 - ENGINE - SPECIFICATIONS)
CAUTION: If oil pressure is 0 at idle, do not perform
the 3000 RPM test
(4) If oil pressure is 0 at idle. Shut off engine,
check for pressure relief valve stuck open, a clogged
oil pick-up screen or a damaged oil pick-up tube
O-ring.
(5) After test is complete, remove test gauge and
fitting.
(6) Install oil pressure switch and connector. (Refer
to 9 - ENGINE/LUBRICATION/OIL PRESSURE
SENSOR/SWITCH - INSTALLATION)
OIL
ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK
The best time to check engine oil level is after it
has sat overnight, or if the engine has been running,
allow the engine to be shut off for at least 5 minutes
before checking oil level.
Checking the oil while the vehicle is on level
ground will improve the accuracy of the oil level
reading. Remove dipstick and observe oil level. Add
oil only when the level is at or below the ADD mark
(Fig. 88).
STANDARD PROCEDURE - ENGINE OIL AND
FILTER CHANGE
Change engine oil at mileage and time intervals
described in the Maintenance Schedule. (Refer to
LUBRICATION & MAINTENANCE/MAINTE-
NANCE SCHEDULES - DESCRIPTION)
WARNING: NEW OR USED ENGINE OIL CAN BE
IRRITATING TO THE SKIN. AVOID PROLONGED OR
REPEATED SKIN CONTACT WITH ENGINE OIL.
CONTAMINANTS IN USED ENGINE OIL, CAUSED BY
INTERNAL COMBUSTION, CAN BE HAZARDOUS TO
YOUR HEALTH. THOROUGHLY WASH EXPOSED
SKIN WITH SOAP AND WATER. DO NOT WASH
SKIN WITH GASOLINE, DIESEL FUEL, THINNER, OR
SOLVENTS, HEALTH PROBLEMS CAN RESULT. DONOT POLLUTE, DISPOSE OF USED ENGINE OIL
PROPERLY. CONTACT YOUR DEALER OR GOVERN-
MENT AGENCY FOR LOCATION OF COLLECTION
CENTER IN YOUR AREA.
Run engine until achieving normal operating tem-
perature.
(1) Position the vehicle on a level surface and turn
engine off.
(2) Hoist and support vehicle on safety stands.
Refer to Hoisting and Jacking Recommendations.
(Refer to LUBRICATION & MAINTENANCE/HOIST-
ING - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
(3) Remove oil fill cap.
(4) Place a suitable drain pan under crankcase
drain.
(5) Remove drain plug from crankcase and allow
oil to drain into pan. Inspect drain plug threads for
stretching or other damage. Replace drain plug and
gasket if damaged.
(6) Remove oil filter. (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/LUBRI-
CATION/OIL FILTER - REMOVAL)
(7) Install and tighten drain plug in crankcase.
(8) Install new oil filter. (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/LU-
BRICATION/OIL FILTER - INSTALLATION)
(9) Lower vehicle and fill crankcase with specified
type and amount of engine oil. (Refer to LUBRICA-
TION & MAINTENANCE/FLUID TYPES -
DESCRIPTION)
(10) Install oil fill cap.
(11) Start engine and inspect for leaks.
(12) Stop engine and inspect oil level.
NOTE: Care should be exercised when disposing
used engine oil after it has been drained from a
vehicle engine. Refer to the WARNING listed above.
OIL FILTER
DESCRIPTION
The engine oil filter (Fig. 89) is a high quality full-
flow, disposable type. Replace the oil filter with a
Mopartor the equivalent.
REMOVAL
(1) Raise vehicle on hoist.
(2) Position an oil collecting container under oil fil-
ter location.
CAUTION: When servicing the oil filter avoid
deforming the filter can by installing the remove/in-
stall tool band strap against the can to base lock
seam. The lock seam joining the can to the base is
reinforced by the base plate.
Fig. 88 Oil Level
1 - ENGINE OIL LEVEL DIPSTICK
RSENGINE 2.4L9-51
LUBRICATION (Continued)
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CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTION
OIL PRESSURE
DROP1. Low oil level. 1. Check engine oil level.
2. Faulty oil pressure sending unit. 2. Install new sending unit.
3. Low oil pressure. 3. Check sending unit and main bearing oil
clearance.
4. Clogged oil filter. 4. Install new oil filter.
5. Worn parts in oil pump. 5. Replace worn parts or pump.
6. Thin or diluted oil. 6. Change oil to correct viscosity.
7. Oil pump relief valve stuck. 7. Remove valve and inspect, clean, or
replace.
8. Oil pump suction tube loose. 8. Remove oil pan and install new tube or
clean, if necessary.
9. Oil pump cover warped or cracked. 9. Install new oil pump.
10. Excessive bearing clearance. 10. Measure bearings for correct clearance.
OIL LEAKS 1. Misaligned or deteriorated gaskets. 1. Replace gasket(s).
2. Loose fastener, broken or porous metal
part.2. Tighten, repair or replace the part.
3. Misaligned or deteriorated cup or
threaded plug.3. Replace as necessary.
OIL
CONSUMPTION
OR SPARK
PLUGS FOULED1. PCV system malfunction. 1. Check system and repair as necessary.
(Refer to 25 - EMISSIONS CONTROL/
EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS/PCV VALVE -
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING)
2. Worn, scuffed or broken rings. 2. Hone cylinder bores. Install new rings.
3. Carbon in oil ring slots. 3. Install new rings.
4. Rings fitted too tightly in grooves. 4. Remove rings and check grooves. If
groove is not proper width, replace piston.
5. Worn valve guide(s). 5. Replace cylinder head assembly.
6. Valve stem seal(s) worn or damaged. 6. Replace seal(s).
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - ENGINE OIL LEAK
Begin with a thorough visual inspection of the
engine, particularly at the area of the suspected leak.
If an oil leak source is not readily identifiable, the
following steps should be followed:
(1) Do not clean or degrease the engine at this
time because some solvents may cause rubber to
swell, temporarily stopping the leak.
(2) Add an oil soluble dye (use as recommended by
manufacturer). Start the engine and let idle for
approximately 15 minutes. Check the oil dipstick to
make sure the dye is thoroughly mixed as indicated
with a bright yellow color under a black light.
(3) Using a black light, inspect the entire engine
for fluorescent dye, particularly at the suspected area
of oil leak. If the oil leak is found and identified,
repair as necessary.(4) If dye is not observed, drive the vehicle at var-
ious speeds for approximately 24 km (15 miles), and
repeat inspection.
(5)If the oil leak source is not positively
identified at this time, proceed with the air leak
detection test method as follows:
²Disconnect the fresh air hose (make-up air) at
the cylinder head cover and plug or cap the nipple on
the cover.
²Remove the PCV valve hose from the cylinder
head cover. Cap or plug the PCV valve nipple on the
cover.
²Attach an air hose with pressure gauge and reg-
ulator to the dipstick tube.
CAUTION: Do not subject the engine assembly to
more than 20.6 kpa (3 PSI) of test pressure.
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