2002 JEEP LIBERTY abs

CAUTION: The interior components (o-rings, spac-
ers) of some types of quick-connect fitting are not
serviced separately. If service parts are not avail-
able, do not attempt to repair a damaged fitting or
fuel line. If repair is necessary, replace complete
fuel line assembly.
(1) Perform fuel pressure release procedure. Refer
to Fuel Pressure Release Procedure.
(2) Disconnect negative battery cable from battery.
(3) Clean fitting of any foreign material before dis-
assembly.
(4)2±Button Type Fitting:This type of fitting is
equipped with a push-button located on each side of
quick-connect fitting (Fig. 10). Press on both buttons
simultaneously for removal.
(5)Single-Tab Type Fitting:This type of fitting
is equipped with a single pull tab (Fig. 11). The tab is
removable. After tab is removed, quick-connect fitting
can be separated from fuel system component.
(a) Press release tab on side of fitting to release
pull tab (Fig. 12).If release tab is not pressed
prior to releasing pull tab, pull tab will be
damaged.
(b) While pressing release tab on side of fitting,
use screwdriver to pry up pull tab (Fig. 12).
(c) Raise pull tab until it separates from quick-
connect fitting (Fig. 13).
(6)Two-Tab Type Fitting:This type of fitting is
equipped with tabs located on both sides of fitting
(Fig. 14). The tabs are supplied for disconnecting
quick-connect fitting from component being serviced.(a) To disconnect quick-connect fitting, squeeze
plastic retainer tabs (Fig. 14) against sides of
quick-connect fitting with your fingers. Tool use is
not required for removal and may damage plastic
retainer.
(b) Pull fitting from fuel system component
being serviced.
(c) The plastic retainer will remain on compo-
nent being serviced after fitting is disconnected.
The o-rings and spacer will remain in quick-con-
nect fitting connector body.
Fig. 10 2-BUTTON TYPE FITTING
1 - QUICK-CONNECT FITTING
2 - PUSH-BUTTONS (2)
Fig. 11 SINGLE-TAB TYPE FITTING
1 - PULL TAB
2 - QUICK-CONNECT FITTING
3 - PRESS HERE TO REMOVE PULL TAB
4 - INSERTED TUBE END
Fig. 12 DISCONNECTING SINGLE-TAB TYPE
FITTING
1 - PULL TAB
2 - SCREWDRIVER
3 - QUICK-CONNECT FITTING
KJFUEL DELIVERY 14 - 11
QUICK CONNECT FITTING (Continued)

(17) When LCS adapter test leads are attached
into relay cavities, fuel pumpwill be activated.
Determine fuel pump amperage on DRB screen.
Amperage should be below 10.0 amps. If amperage is
below 10.0 amps, and specifications for the Fuel
Pump Pressure, Fuel Pump Capacity and Fuel Pres-
sure Leak Down tests were met, the fuel pump mod-
ule is OK.
(18) If amperage is more than 10.0 amps, replace
fuel pump module assembly. The electric fuel pump
is not serviced separately.
(19) Disconnect test leads from relay cavities
immediately after testing.
FUEL PUMP MODULE
DESCRIPTION
The fuel pump module assembly is located in the
fuel tank (Fig. 1). The assembly is divided into 2±sec-
tions, upper and lower. The lower section is locked to
the bottom of the fuel tank. The complete assembly
contains the following components:
²A fuel pressure regulator
²A separate fuel pick-up, or inlet filter
²An electric fuel pump
²A lockring to retain upper section of pump mod-
ule to tank
²A rollover valve
²A vent fitting for ORVR system
²A soft gasket between tank flange and module
²A fuel gauge sending unit (fuel level sensor)
²Two fuel line connections (supply and return)
The fuel gauge sending unit may be serviced sepa-
rately. If the electrical fuel pump, primary inlet filter
or fuel pressure regulator require service, the lower
section of the fuel pump module must be replaced.
OPERATION
Refer to Fuel Pump, Inlet Filter, Fuel Pressure
Regulator and Fuel Gauge Sending Unit.
REMOVAL
The fuel pump module is divided into 2 sections,
upper and lower. To service the check (control) valve,
replace only the upper section. To service the fuel
gauge sending unit, remove the upper section. To ser-
vice the electric fuel pump, fuel pressure regulator or
primary inlet filter, remove both sections and replace
lower section.
Fuel tank removal will not be necessary for
fuel pump module removal. Access is from rear
cargo area.
(1) Four cargo holdown clamps are located inside
the vehicle on the floor of the rear cargo area.Remove the 2 rearward mounted clamps by drilling
out the clamp rivets.
(2) Fold carpeting forward to gain access to fuel
pump module access plate (Fig. 25).
(3) Remove 4 fuel pump module access plate nuts
(Fig. 25).
(4) While applying heat from a heat gun, carefully
pry up fuel pump module access plate. Take care not
to bend plate.
(5) Thoroughly clean area around top of pump
module to prevent contaminants from entering fuel
tank or fuel lines.
WARNING: THE FUEL SYSTEM IS UNDER A CON-
STANT PRESSURE EVEN WITH ENGINE OFF.
BEFORE SERVICING THE FUEL PUMP MODULE,
FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE MUST BE RELEASED.
(6) Release fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel
System Pressure Release procedure.
(7) Disconnect 2 fuel lines at fuel pump module
(Fig. 26) by pressing on 2 buttons at sides of fitting.
(8) Disconnect electrical connector (Fig. 26) at top
of fuel pump module by sliding red colored tab first
to unlock, and push grey colored tab down for
removal.
(9) Disconnect ORVR hose clamp and hose (Fig.
26) at pump module fitting.
(10) Remove module lockring (Fig. 26) using a
brass drift and hammer (counter-clockwise).
(11) Carefully lift upper section of pump module
(Fig. 26) from fuel tank exposing connections(lift
upper section from tank very slowly until rub-
ber gasket can be retained. If not, gasket will
fall into fuel tank.)
(a) Disconnect electrical connector (Fig. 27) at
bottom of upper pump module section.
(b) Disconnect fuel pressure regulator (Fig. 27)
at bottom of upper pump module section. Press on
2 locking tabs.
(c) Disconnect fuel return line (Fig. 27) at bot-
tom of upper pump module section. Press on 2
locking tabs.
(d) Remove upper section of pump module (Fig.
28) from fuel tank.
(12) Using an approved gas holding tank, drain
fuel tank through pump module opening.If check
(control) valve, or, only upper section of pump
module is being serviced, tank draining is not
necessary. If any other fuel pump module com-
ponent is being serviced, the tank must be com-
pletely drained to the bottom.
(13) To remove lower section of pump module from
fuel tank:
(a) Using finger pressure, push on plastic
release tab (Fig. 29) while sliding lock tab upward.
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FUEL PUMP (Continued)

REMOVAL
Fuel Tank Draining
WARNING: THE FUEL SYSTEM MAY BE UNDER
CONSTANT FUEL PRESSURE EVEN WITH THE
ENGINE OFF. THIS PRESSURE MUST BE
RELEASED BEFORE SERVICING FUEL TANK.
Two different procedures may be used to drain fuel
tank: removing fuel pump module access plate, or
using DRBtscan tool. Due to a one-way check valve
installed into the fuel fill opening fitting at the tank
(Fig. 38), the tank cannot be drained conventionally
at the fill cap.
The quickest draining procedure involves removing
fuel pump module access plate.
As an alternative procedure, the electric fuel pump
may be activated allowing tank to be drained at fuel
rail connection. Refer to DRB scan tool for fuel pump
activation procedures. Before disconnecting fuel line
at fuel rail, release fuel pressure. Refer to the Fuel
System Pressure Release Procedure for procedures.
Attach end of special test hose tool number 6541,
6539, 6631 or 6923 at fuel rail disconnection (tool
number will depend on model and/or engine applica-
tion). Position opposite end of this hose tool to an
approved gasoline draining station. Activate fuel
pump and drain tank until empty.
If electric fuel pump is not operating, fuel pump
module access plate must be removed for fuel drain-
ing. Refer to following procedures.Fuel tank removal will not be necessary for
fuel tank draining. Access for draining is from
rear cargo area.
(1) Open all windows in vehicle to allow for air
ventilation.
(2) Four cargo holdown clamps are located inside
the vehicle on the floor of the rear cargo area.
Remove the 2 rearward mounted clamps by drilling
out the clamp rivets.
(3) Fold carpeting forward to gain access to fuel
pump module access plate (Fig. 39).
(4) Remove 4 fuel pump module access plate nuts
(Fig. 39).
(5) While applying heat from a heat gun, carefully
pry up fuel pump module access plate. Take care not
to bend plate.
(6) Thoroughly clean area around top of pump
module to prevent contaminants from entering fuel
tank or fuel lines.
(7) Release fuel system pressure.
(8) Disconnect 2 fuel lines (Fig. 40) at fuel pump
module by pressing on tabs at side of fitting.
(9) Disconnect electrical connector (Fig. 40). Slide
red tab first to unlock, and push grey tab down for
removal.
(10) Disconnect ORVR hose (Fig. 40) at pump mod-
ule fitting.
Fig. 38 FUEL FILL CHECK VALVE
1 - ONE-WAY CHECK VALVE
2 - FUEL FILL FITTING
3 - SIDE OF FUEL TANK
Fig. 39 ACCESS PLATE
1 - FLOORPAN AT REAR
2 - FUEL PUMP MODULE ACCESS PLATE
3 - NUTS (4)
4 - OPENING TO PUMP MODULE
KJFUEL DELIVERY 14 - 25
FUEL TANK (Continued)

(11) Remove module lockring (Fig. 40) using a
brass drift and hammer (counter-clockwise).
(12) Carefully lift upper section of pump module
from fuel tank a few inches(lift upper section
from tank very slowly until rubber gasket can
be retained. If not, gasket will fall into fuel
tank).
(13) Using an approved gas holding tank, drain
fuel tank through fuel pump module opening.
Tank Removal
(1) After draining tank, temporarily place upper
section of fuel pump module back into fuel tank.
(2) Raise vehicle.
(3) If equipped, remove fuel tank skid plate and
tow hooks. Certain equipment packages will also
require removal of the trailer hitch. Refer to Tow
Hooks, Trailer Hitch or Skid Plate in 23, Body for
removal/installation procedures.
(4) Disconnect fuel filter ground strap.
(5) Disconnect fuel filter outlet line from body
retention clip located on frame near front/center of
tank (Fig. 41). Place a small screwdriver into side of
clip and twist for removal. Also disconnect Leak
Detection Pump (LDP) line (Fig. 41) from this clip.(6) Remove both 3/4º hoses at sides of Leak Detec-
tion Pump (LDP) (Fig. 41).
(7) Disconnect 3/4º flow management valve hose
(Fig. 41) at EVAP canister.
(8) Remove fuel fill hose clamp (Fig. 42) at fuel
tank, and disconnect hose from fuel tank.
(9) A third fuel line is attached to bottom of fuel
filter. The disconnection point (quick-connect fitting)
for this 3rd line is approximately 1 foot from front of
tank towards front of vehicle (Fig. 41). Clean connec-
tion point before disconnection. Disconnect by press-
ing on tabs at side of quick-connect fitting. Also
disconnect LDP vent line near this same point.
(10) Disconnect 2 vacuum/vent hoses from plastic
retention clip at left/front of fuel tank line (Fig. 41).
(11) Support tank with a hydraulic jack.
(12) Remove 4 fuel tank strap bolts (Fig. 41) (2 at
front of tank; 2 at rear of tank), and remove both
tank support straps (Fig. 41).
(13) Carefully lower tank a few inches and discon-
nect electrical connector at top of LDP (Fig. 43). To
disconnect electrical connector: Push upward on red
colored tab to unlock. Push on black colored tab
while removing connector.
Fig. 40 TOP OF FUEL PUMP MODULE
1 - LOCK RING
2 - ALIGNMENT NOTCH
3 - FUEL FILTER FITTINGS (2)
4 - ORVR SYSTEM HOSE AND CLAMP
5 - FLOW MANAGEMENT VALVE
6 - ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR
7 - LEAK DETECTION PUMP
8 - FUEL TANK CHECK (CONTROL) VALVE
9 - FUEL PUMP MODULE (UPPER SECTION)Fig. 41 FRONT OF FUEL TANK
1 - TANK MOUNTING BOLTS (4)
2 - TANK MOUNTING STRAPS (2)
3 - LEAK DETECTION PUMP (LDP)
4 - BODY RETENTION CLIP (CENTER)
5 - LDP HOSES
6 - HOSE TO FUEL MANAGEMENT VALVE
7 - BODY RETENTION CLIP (LEFT/FRONT)
8 - QUICK-CONECT FITTING
9 - LDP LINE
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FUEL TANK (Continued)

(21) Install fuel pump module metal access plate
and 4 nuts. Tighten nuts to 3 N´m (26 in. lbs.)
torque.
(22) Position carpet and install 2 new cargo clamp
rivets into each cargo holdown clamp.
FUEL TANK CHECK VALVE
DESCRIPTION
The fuel tank is equipped with a check valve. The
valve (also referred to as a control valve) is located in
the top section of the fuel pump module assembly
(Fig. 1).
OPERATION
The fuel tank check valve (also referred to as
either a control valve, one-way check valve or float
valve) will prevent fuel flow through the fuel tank
vent in the event of an accidental vehicle rollover. It
is also used as a part of the ORVR system. The
EVAP canister and ORVR system draw fuel vapors
from the fuel tank through this valve. Refer to ORVR
in Emissions for additional information.
The valve may be serviced by replacing the upper
section of the fuel pump module assembly.
REMOVAL
The fuel tank check (control) valve is attached into
the top section of the fuel pump module (Fig. 44). If
replacement is necessary, the top section of the fuel
pump module must be replaced. Refer to Fuel Pump
Module Removal/Installation.
INSTALLATION
The fuel tank check (control) valve is attached to
the top section of the fuel pump module. If replace-
ment is necessary, the top section of the fuel pump
module must be replaced. Refer to Fuel Pump Mod-
ule Removal/Installation.
INLET FILTER
REMOVAL
The fuel pump inlet filter is located on the bottom/
side of the lower fuel pump module section (Fig. 45).
The fuel pump module assembly is located in the fuel
tank.
(1) Remove lower section of fuel pump module.
Refer to Fuel Pump Module Removal/Installation.
(2) Remove filter by prying from pump module
with 2 small screwdrivers. Filter is snapped to mod-
ule with 2 release tabs (Fig. 45).
(3) Clean filter entrance into pump module open-
ing.
INSTALLATION
(1) Snap new filter to bottom of fuel pump module.
(2) Install lower section of fuel pump module.
Refer to Fuel Pump Module Removal/Installation.
Fig. 44 UPPER SECTION - FUEL PUMP MODULE
1 - UPPER SECTION - FUEL PUMP MODULE
2 - FUEL TANK CHECK (CONTROL) VALVE
Fig. 45 INLET FILTER
1 - INLET FILTER
2 - RELEASE TABS (2)
3 - BOTTOM OF FUEL PUMP MODULE
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FUEL TANK (Continued)

INSTALLATION
2.4L
The intake manifold air temperature (IAT) sensor
is installed into the intake manifold plenum at the
rear end of the intake manifold.
(1) Check condition of sensor o-ring.
(2) Clean sensor mounting hole in intake manifold.
(3) Position sensor into intake manifold and rotate
clockwise until past release tab.
(4) Install electrical connector.
3.7L
The intake manifold air temperature (IAT) sensor
is installed into the left side of intake manifold ple-
num (Fig. 16).
(1) Check condition of sensor o-ring.
(2) Clean sensor mounting hole in intake manifold.
(3) Position sensor into intake manifold and rotate
clockwise until past release tab (Fig. 16).
(4) Install electrical connector.
MAP SENSOR
DESCRIPTION
2.4L
The Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) sensor is
mounted into the rear of the intake manifold with 1
screw.
3.7L
The Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) sensor is
mounted into the front of the intake manifold with 2
screws.
OPERATION
The MAP sensor is used as an input to the Power-
train Control Module (PCM). It contains a silicon
based sensing unit to provide data on the manifold
vacuum that draws the air/fuel mixture into the com-
bustion chamber. The PCM requires this information
to determine injector pulse width and spark advance.
When manifold absolute pressure (MAP) equals
Barometric pressure, the pulse width will be at max-
imum.
A 5 volt reference is supplied from the PCM and
returns a voltage signal to the PCM that reflects
manifold pressure. The zero pressure reading is 0.5V
and full scale is 4.5V. For a pressure swing of 0±15
psi, the voltage changes 4.0V. To operate the sensor,
it is supplied a regulated 4.8 to 5.1 volts. Ground is
provided through the low-noise, sensor return circuit
at the PCM.The MAP sensor input is the number one contrib-
utor to fuel injector pulse width. The most important
function of the MAP sensor is to determine baromet-
ric pressure. The PCM needs to know if the vehicle is
at sea level or at a higher altitude, because the air
density changes with altitude. It will also help to cor-
rect for varying barometric pressure. Barometric
pressure and altitude have a direct inverse correla-
tion; as altitude goes up, barometric goes down. At
key-on, the PCM powers up and looks at MAP volt-
age, and based upon the voltage it sees, it knows the
current barometric pressure (relative to altitude).
Once the engine starts, the PCM looks at the voltage
again, continuously every 12 milliseconds, and com-
pares the current voltage to what it was at key-on.
The difference between current voltage and what it
was at key-on, is manifold vacuum.
During key-on (engine not running) the sensor
reads (updates) barometric pressure. A normal range
can be obtained by monitoring a known good sensor.
As the altitude increases, the air becomes thinner
(less oxygen). If a vehicle is started and driven to a
very different altitude than where it was at key-on,
the barometric pressure needs to be updated. Any
time the PCM sees Wide Open Throttle (WOT), based
upon Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) angle and RPM,
it will update barometric pressure in the MAP mem-
ory cell. With periodic updates, the PCM can make
its calculations more effectively.
The PCM uses the MAP sensor input to aid in cal-
culating the following:
²Manifold pressure
²Barometric pressure
²Engine load
²Injector pulse-width
²Spark-advance programs
²Shift-point strategies (certain automatic trans-
missions only)
²Idle speed
²Decel fuel shutoff
The MAP sensor signal is provided from a single
piezoresistive element located in the center of a dia-
phragm. The element and diaphragm are both made
of silicone. As manifold pressure changes, the dia-
phragm moves causing the element to deflect, which
stresses the silicone. When silicone is exposed to
stress, its resistance changes. As manifold vacuum
increases, the MAP sensor input voltage decreases
proportionally. The sensor also contains electronics
that condition the signal and provide temperature
compensation.
The PCM recognizes a decrease in manifold pres-
sure by monitoring a decrease in voltage from the
reading stored in the barometric pressure memory
cell. The MAP sensor is a linear sensor; meaning as
pressure changes, voltage changes proportionately.
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INTAKE AIR TEMPERATURE SENSOR (Continued)

The range of voltage output from the sensor is usually
between 4.6 volts at sea level to as low as 0.3 volts at
26 in. of Hg. Barometric pressure is the pressure
exerted by the atmosphere upon an object. At sea level
on a standard day, no storm, barometric pressure is
approximately 29.92 in Hg. For every 100 feet of alti-
tude, barometric pressure drops 0.10 in. Hg. If a storm
goes through, it can change barometric pressure from
what should be present for that altitude. You should
know what the average pressure and corresponding
barometric pressure is for your area.
REMOVAL
2.4L
The Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) sensor is
mounted into the rear of the intake manifold (Fig.
17). An o-ring is used to seal the sensor to the intake
manifold (Fig. 19).
(1) Disconnect electrical connector at sensor.
(2) Clean area around MAP sensor.
(3) Remove sensor mounting screw (TORX head).
(4) Remove MAP sensor from intake manifold.
(5) Check condition of sensor o-ring (Fig. 19).
3.7L
The Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) sensor is
mounted into the front of the intake manifold (Fig.
18). An o-ring is used to seal the sensor to the intake
manifold (Fig. 19).(1) Disconnect electrical connector at sensor.
(2) Clean area around MAP sensor.
(3) Remove 2 sensor mounting screws.
(4) Remove MAP sensor from intake manifold.
(5) Check condition of sensor o-ring (Fig. 19).
Fig. 17 MAP SENSOR LOCATION-2.4L
1 - REAR OF INTAKE MANIFOLD
2 - MAP SENSOR
3 - ALIGNMENT PIN
4 - MOUNTING BOLT (TORX)
5 - ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR
6 - MAIN ENGINE HARNESS CONNECTORS
Fig. 18 MAP SENSOR / ECT SENSOR - 3.7L
1 - MOUNTING SCREWS
2 - MAP SENSOR
3 - ECT SENSOR
Fig. 19 MAP SENSOR O-RING
1 - MAP SENSOR
2 - O-RING
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MAP SENSOR (Continued)

INSTALLATION
2.4L
The Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) sensor is
mounted into the rear of the intake manifold. An
o-ring is used to seal the sensor to the intake mani-
fold (Fig. 19).
(1) Clean MAP sensor mounting hole at intake
manifold.
(2) Check MAP sensor o-ring seal for cuts or tears.
(3) Position sensor into manifold.
(4) Install MAP sensor mounting screws. Tighten
screw to 3 N´m (25 in. lbs.) torque.
(5) Connect electrical connector.
3.7L
The Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) sensor is
mounted into the front of the intake manifold (Fig.
18). An o-ring is used to seal the sensor to the intake
manifold (Fig. 19).
(1) Clean MAP sensor mounting hole at intake
manifold.
(2) Check MAP sensor o-ring seal for cuts or tears.
(3) Position sensor into manifold.
(4) Install MAP sensor mounting bolts (screws).
Tighten screws to 3 N´m (25 in. lbs.) torque.
(5) Connect electrical connector.
OXYGEN SENSOR
DESCRIPTION
The Oxygen Sensors (O2S) are attached to, and
protrude into the vehicle exhaust system. Depending
on the engine or emission package, the vehicle may
use a total of either 2 or 4 sensors.
2.4L Engine:Two sensors are used: upstream
(referred to as 1/1) and downstream (referred to as
1/2). With this emission package, the upstream sen-
sor (1/1) is located just before the main catalytic con-
vertor. The downstream sensor (1/2) is located just
after the main catalytic convertor.
3.7L V-6 Engine:On this emissions package, 4
sensors are used: 2 upstream (referred to as 1/1 and
2/1) and 2 downstream (referred to as 1/2 and 2/2).
With this emission package, the right upstream sen-
sor (2/1) is located in the right exhaust downpipe just
before the mini-catalytic convertor. The left upstream
sensor (1/1) is located in the left exhaust downpipe
just before the mini-catalytic convertor. The right
downstream sensor (2/2) is located in the right
exhaust downpipe just after the mini-catalytic con-
vertor, and before the main catalytic convertor. The
left downstream sensor (1/2) is located in the left
exhaust downpipe just after the mini-catalytic con-
vertor, and before the main catalytic convertor.
OPERATION
An O2 sensor is a galvanic battery that provides
the PCM with a voltage signal (0-1 volt) inversely
proportional to the amount of oxygen in the exhaust.
In other words, if the oxygen content is low, the volt-
age output is high; if the oxygen content is high the
output voltage is low. The PCM uses this information
to adjust injector pulse-width to achieve the
14.7±to±1 air/fuel ratio necessary for proper engine
operation and to control emissions.
The O2 sensor must have a source of oxygen from
outside of the exhaust stream for comparison. Cur-
rent O2 sensors receive their fresh oxygen (outside
air) supply through the O2 sensor case housing.
Four wires (circuits) are used on each O2 sensor: a
12±volt feed circuit for the sensor heating element; a
ground circuit for the heater element; a low-noise
sensor return circuit to the PCM, and an input cir-
cuit from the sensor back to the PCM to detect sen-
sor operation.
Oxygen Sensor Heater Relay - 3.7L Engine:On
the 3.7L engine, 4 heated oxygen sensors are used. A
separate oxygen sensor relay is used to supply volt-
age to the sensors heating elements for only the 1/2
and 2/2 downstream sensors. Voltage for the other 2
sensor heating elements is supplied directly from the
Powertrain Control Module (PCM) through a Pulse
Width Module (PWM) method.
Pulse Width Module (PWM):Voltage to the O2
sensor heating elements is supplied directly from the
Powertrain Control Module (PCM) through two sepa-
rate Pulse Width Module (PWM) low side drivers.
PWM is used on both the upstream and downstream
O2 sensors on the 2.4L engine, and only on the 2
upstream sensors (1/1 and 2/1) on the 3.7L engine.
The main objective for a PWM driver is to avoid over-
heating of the O2 sensor heater element. With
exhaust temperatures increasing with time and
engine speed, it's not required to have a full-voltage
duty-cycle on the O2 heater elements.
To avoid the large simultaneous current surge
needed to operate all 4 sensors, power is delayed to
the 2 downstream heater elements by the PCM for
approximately 2 seconds.
Oxygen Sensor Heater Elements:
The O2 sensor uses a Positive Thermal Co-efficient
(PTC) heater element. As temperature increases,
resistance increases. At ambient temperatures
around 70ÉF, the resistance of the heating element is
approximately 4.5 ohms. As the sensor's temperature
increases, resistance in the heater element increases.
This allows the heater to maintain the optimum
operating temperature of approximately 930É-1100ÉF
(500É-600É C). Although the sensors operate the
same, there are physical differences, due to the envi-
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MAP SENSOR (Continued)