2002 JEEP LIBERTY change wheel

²The VSS signal decreases at a rate of 10 mph
per second (indicates that the vehicle may have
decelerated at an extremely high rate)
²If the actual speed is not within 20 mph of the
set speed
The previous disengagement conditions are pro-
grammed for added safety.
Once the speed control has been disengaged,
depressing the ACCEL switch restores the vehicle to
the target speed that was stored in the PCM's RAM.
NOTE: Depressing the OFF switch will erase the set
speed stored in the PCM's RAM.
If, while the speed control is engaged, the driver
wishes to increase vehicle speed, the PCM is pro-
grammed for an acceleration feature. With the
ACCEL switch held closed, the vehicle accelerates
slowly to the desired speed. The new target speed is
stored in the PCM's RAM when the ACCEL switch is
released. The PCM also has a9tap-up9feature in
which vehicle speed increases at a rate of approxi-
mately 2 mph for each momentary switch activation
of the ACCEL switch.
The PCM also provides a means to decelerate with-
out disengaging speed control. To decelerate from an
existing recorded target speed, depress and hold the
COAST switch until the desired speed is reached.
Then release the switch. The ON, OFF switch oper-
ates two components: the PCM's ON, OFF input, and
the battery voltage to the brake switch, which powers
the speed control servo.
Multiplexing
The PCM sends out 5 volts through a fixed resistor
and monitors the voltage change between the fixed
resistor and the switches. If none of the switches are
depressed, the PCM will measure 5 volts at the sen-
sor point (open circuit). If a switch with no resistor is
closed, the PCM will measure 0 volts (grounded cir-
cuit). Now, if a resistor is added to a switch, then the
PCM will measure some voltage proportional to the
size of the resistor. By adding a different resistor to
each switch, the PCM will see a different voltage
depending on which switch is pushed.
Another resistor has been added to the 'at rest cir-
cuit' causing the PCM to never see 5 volts. This was
done for diagnostic purposes. If the switch circuit
should open (bad connection), then the PCM will see
the 5 volts and know the circuit is bad. The PCM will
then set an open circuit fault.
REMOVAL
WARNING: BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO DIAGNOSE,
REMOVE OR INSTALL ANY AIRBAG SYSTEM OR
RELATED STEERING WHEEL AND STEERING COL-
UMN COMPONENTS YOU MUST FIRST DISCON-
NECT AND ISOLATE THE NEGATIVE (GROUND)
BATTERY CABLE. WAIT 2 MINUTES FOR SYSTEM
CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE BEFORE FURTHER
SYSTEM SERVICE. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD
RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL DEPLOYMENT AND POS-
SIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
(1) Disconnect and isolate negative battery cable
from battery.
(2) Remove airbag module. Refer to Restraint Sys-
tems.
(3) Unplug electrical connector (Fig. 7).
(4) Remove speed control switch mounting screw
(Fig. 7) and remove switch from steering wheel.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position switch to steering wheel.
(2) Install switch mounting screw and tighten.
Refer to torque specifications.
(3) Plug electrical connector into switch.
(4) Install airbag module. Refer to Restraint Sys-
tems.
(5) Connect negative battery cable to battery.
Fig. 7 SPEED CONTROL SWITCH
1 - SWITCH
2 - SCREW
3 - ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR
8P - 6 SPEED CONTROLKJ
SWITCH (Continued)

cycles that occur after the front Wash switch state
changes to open, and to determine the proper inter-
val at which to de-energize the wiper on/off relay to
complete the wipe-after-wash mode cycle.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - FRONT WIPER &
WASHER SYSTEM
FRONT WIPER SYSTEM
If the front wiper motor operates, but the wipers
do not move on the windshield, replace the faulty
front wiper module. If the wipers operate, but chat-
ter, lift, or do not clear the glass, clean and inspect
the front wiper system components as required.
(Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/FRONT WIPERS/WASH-
ERS - INSPECTION) and (Refer to 8 - ELECTRI-
CAL/FRONT WIPERS/WASHERS - CLEANING). For
diagnosis and testing of the multi-function switch
(Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/LAMPS/LIGHTING -
EXTERIOR/MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCH - DIAG-
NOSIS AND TESTING). Refer to the appropriate
wiring information. The wiring information includes
wiring diagrams, proper wire and connector repair
procedures, details of wire harness routing and
retention, connector pin-out information and location
views for the various wire harness connectors, splices
and grounds.
The hard wired circuits and components of the
front wiper and washer system may be diagnosed
and tested using conventional diagnostic tools and
procedures. However, conventional diagnostic meth-
ods may not prove conclusive in the diagnosis of the
Body Control Module (BCM), or the inputs to or out-
puts from the BCM that control the various front
wiper and washer system operating modes. The most
reliable, efficient, and accurate means to diagnose
the BCM, or the BCM inputs and outputs related to
the various front wiper and washer system operating
modes requires the use of a DRBIIItscan tool. Refer
to the appropriate diagnostic information.
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
BAGS, DISABLE THE SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT
SYSTEM BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING
WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, DRIVER AIRBAG,
PASSENGER AIRBAG, SEAT BELT TENSIONER,
SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL
COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. DISCON-
NECT AND ISOLATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE
(GROUND) CABLE, THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES FOR
THE SYSTEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE BEFORE
PERFORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE.
THIS IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DISABLE THE
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM. FAILURE TO
TAKE THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULDRESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT
AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
FRONT WASHER SYSTEM
The diagnosis found here addresses an electrically
inoperative front washer system. If the washer
pump/motor operates, but no washer fluid is emitted
from the front washer nozzles, be certain to check
the fluid level in the reservoir. Also inspect the front
washer system components as required. (Refer to 8 -
ELECTRICAL/FRONT WIPERS/WASHERS -
INSPECTION). Refer to the appropriate wiring infor-
mation. The wiring information includes wiring dia-
grams, proper wire and connector repair procedures,
details of wire harness routing and retention, connec-
tor pin-out information and location views for the
various wire harness connectors, splices and grounds.
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
BAGS, DISABLE THE SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT
SYSTEM BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING
WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, DRIVER AIRBAG,
PASSENGER AIRBAG, SEAT BELT TENSIONER,
SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL
COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. DISCON-
NECT AND ISOLATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE
(GROUND) CABLE, THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES FOR
THE SYSTEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE BEFORE
PERFORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE.
THIS IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DISABLE THE
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM. FAILURE TO
TAKE THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD
RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT
AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
(1) Turn the ignition switch to the On position.
Turn the control knob on the right (wiper) control
stalk of the multi-function switch to the On position.
Check whether the front wiper system is operating.
If OK, go to Step 2. If not OK, test and repair the
front wiper system before continuing with these
tests. Refer to FRONT WIPER SYSTEM .
(2) Turn the control ring on the right (wiper) con-
trol stalk of the multi-function switch to the rear
Wash position. Check whether the rear washer sys-
tem is operating. If OK, test the multi-function
switch. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/LAMPS/LIGHT-
ING - EXTERIOR/MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCH -
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING). If the multi-function
switch tests OK, go to Step 3. If the multi-function
switch does not test OK, replace the faulty switch.
(3) Turn the ignition switch to the Off position.
Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
Disconnect the headlamp and dash wire harness con-
nector for the washer pump/motor unit from the
pump/motor unit connector receptacle. Check for con-
tinuity between the washer pump driver circuit cav-
8R - 6 FRONT WIPERS/WASHERSKJ
FRONT WIPERS/WASHERS (Continued)

WASHER FLUID LEVEL
SWITCH
DESCRIPTION
The washer fluid level switch is a single pole, sin-
gle throw reed-type switch mounted at the rear of
the sump area near the bottom of the washer reser-
voir (Fig. 16). Only the molded plastic switch mount-
ing flange and the integral connector receptacle are
visible when the switch is installed in the reservoir.
A short nipple formation extends from the inner sur-
face of the switch mounting flange, and a barb on the
nipple near the switch mounting flange is pressed
through a rubber grommet seal installed in the
mounting hole of the reservoir. A small, molded plas-
tic float has two pivot pins near its center that are
snapped into two receptacles near the ends of two
stanchions that extend toward the float from the
switch nipple formation. A small magnet is secured
within the end of the float nearest the switch nipple
formation, and a reed switch is concealed within the
nipple. A diagnostic resistor is connected between the
two switch terminals within the switch mounting
flange. The washer fluid level switch cannot be
adjusted or repaired. If faulty or damaged, the switch
must be replaced.
OPERATION
The washer fluid level switch uses a pivoting,
oblong float to monitor the level of the washer fluid
in the washer reservoir. The float contains a small
magnet. When the float pivots, the proximity of this
magnet to a stationary reed switch within the nipple
formation of the switch changes. When the fluid level
in the washer reservoir is at or above the float level,
the float moves to a vertical position, the influence of
the float magnetic field is removed from the reed
switch, and the normally open reed switch contacts
open. When the fluid level in the washer reservoir
falls below the level of the pivoting float, the float
moves to a horizontal position, the influence of the
float magnetic field is applied to the reed switch, and
the contacts of the normally open reed switch close.
The washer fluid level switch is connected to the
vehicle electrical system through a dedicated take
out and connector of the headlamp and dash wire
harness. The switch is connected in series between
ground and the washer fluid switch sense input to
the ElectroMechanical Instrument Cluster (EMIC).
The switch receives a path to ground at all times
through another take out of the headlamp and dash
wire harness with a single eyelet terminal connector
that is secured under a ground screw near the front
of the left front fender inner shield in the engine
compartment. When the switch closes, the EMIC
senses the ground on the washer fluid switch sense
circuit. The EMIC is programmed to respond to this
input by illuminating the washer fluid indicator and
by sounding an audible chime tone warning.
The washer fluid level switch input to the EMIC
can be diagnosed using conventional diagnostic tools
and methods. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/INSTRU-
MENT CLUSTER/WASHER FLUID INDICATOR -
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING).
REMOVAL
The washer fluid level switch can be removed from
the washer reservoir without removing the reservoir
from the vehicle.
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
(2) Raise and support the vehicle.
(3) Remove the splash shield from the right front
fender wheel house. (Refer to 23 - BODY/EXTERIOR/
FRONT WHEELHOUSE SPLASH SHIELD -
REMOVAL).
(4) Disconnect the front or rear washer hose from
one of the barbed outlet nipples of the washer pump/
motor unit and allow the washer fluid to drain into a
clean container for reuse.
(5) Disconnect the headlamp and dash wire har-
ness connector for the washer fluid level switch from
the switch connector receptacle (Fig. 17).
Fig. 16 Washer Fluid Level Switch
1 - MOUNTING FLANGE
2 - BARBED NIPPLE
3 - FLOAT
4 - RESERVOIR
5 - GROMMET SEAL
6 - PIVOT
7 - MAGNET
8 - CONNECTOR RECEPTACLE
KJFRONT WIPERS/WASHERS 8R - 17

Component Page
C316 (Built-Up-Export).............. 8Wa-80-46
C316 (Built-Up-Export).............. 8Wa-80-46
C317 (Except Built-Up-Export)........ 8Wa-80-47
C317 (Except Built-Up-Export)........ 8Wa-80-47
Cabin Heater (Diesel)............... 8Wa-80-47
Camshaft Position Sensor (2.4L)....... 8Wa-80-47
Camshaft Position Sensor (3.7L)....... 8Wa-80-47
Camshaft Position Sensor (Diesel)...... 8Wa-80-48
Capacitor......................... 8Wa-80-48
Cargo Lamp (Except Base)........... 8Wa-80-48
CD Changer...................... 8Wa-80-48
Center High Mounted Stop Lamp...... 8Wa-80-49
Cigar Lighter..................... 8Wa-80-49
Clockspring C1.................... 8Wa-80-49
Clockspring C2.................... 8Wa-80-49
Clockspring C3.................... 8Wa-80-49
Clutch Interlock Switch (M/T)......... 8Wa-80-50
Coil On Plug No. 1 (3.7L)............ 8Wa-80-50
Coil On Plug No. 2 (3.7L)............ 8Wa-80-50
Coil On Plug No. 3 (3.7L)............ 8Wa-80-50
Coil On Plug No. 4 (3.7L)............ 8Wa-80-50
Coil On Plug No. 5 (3.7L)............ 8Wa-80-51
Coil On Plug No. 6 (3.7L)............ 8Wa-80-51
Coil Rail (2.4L).................... 8Wa-80-51
Compass Mini-Trip Computer
(Premium)...................... 8Wa-80-51
Controller Antilock Brake............ 8Wa-80-52
Crankshaft Position Sensor (2.4L)...... 8Wa-80-52
Crankshaft Position Sensor (3.7L)...... 8Wa-80-52
Crankshaft Position Sensor (Diesel).... 8Wa-80-53
Data Link Connector................ 8Wa-80-53
Diagnostic Junction Port............. 8Wa-80-53
Dome Lamp (Base)................. 8Wa-80-54
Driver Airbag Squib 1............... 8Wa-80-54
Driver Airbag Squib 2............... 8Wa-80-54
Driver Seat Belt Switch............. 8Wa-80-54
Driver Seat Belt Tensioner........... 8Wa-80-54
EGR Solenoid (Diesel)............... 8Wa-80-55
Engine Control Module C1........... 8Wa-80-55
Engine Control Module C2........... 8Wa-80-56
Engine Coolant Level Sensor (Diesel) . . . 8Wa-80-57
Engine Coolant Temp Sensor (Diesel) . . . 8Wa-80-57
Engine Coolant Temperature
Sensor (Gas).................... 8Wa-80-58
Engine Oil Pressure Sensor........... 8Wa-80-58
Evap/Purge Solenoid................ 8Wa-80-58
Flip-Up Glass Release Motor.......... 8Wa-80-58
Flip-Up Glass Release Switch......... 8Wa-80-58
Front Wiper Motor................. 8Wa-80-59
Fuel Heater (Diesel)................ 8Wa-80-59
Fuel Injector No. 1 (Diesel)........... 8Wa-80-59
Fuel Injector No. 1 (Gas)............. 8Wa-80-59
Fuel Injector No. 2 (Diesel)........... 8Wa-80-59
Fuel Injector No. 2 (Gas)............. 8Wa-80-60Component Page
Fuel Injector No. 3 (Diesel)........... 8Wa-80-60
Fuel Injector No. 3 (Gas)............. 8Wa-80-60
Fuel Injector No. 4 (Diesel)........... 8Wa-80-60
Fuel Injector No. 4 (Gas)............. 8Wa-80-60
Fuel Injector No. 5 (3.7L)............ 8Wa-80-61
Fuel Injector No. 6 (3.7L)............ 8Wa-80-61
Fuel Pressure Sensor (Diesel)......... 8Wa-80-61
Fuel Pressure Solenoid (Diesel)........ 8Wa-80-61
Fuel Pump Module................. 8Wa-80-61
G202............................ 8Wa-80-61
Generator........................ 8Wa-80-62
Glow Plug Assembly (Diesel).......... 8Wa-80-62
Hazard Switch/Combination Flasher.... 8Wa-80-62
Headlamp Leveling Switch
(Built-Up-Export)................ 8Wa-80-63
Heated Seat Module (Highline)........ 8Wa-80-63
High Note Horn.................... 8Wa-80-63
Hood Ajar Switch (Except Base)....... 8Wa-80-63
Idle Air Control Motor............... 8Wa-80-64
Ignition Switch.................... 8Wa-80-64
Input Speed Sensor (3.7L)............ 8Wa-80-64
Instrument Cluster................. 8Wa-80-64
Intake Air Temperature Sensor (Gas) . . . 8Wa-80-65
Intrusion Sensor (Built-Up-Export)..... 8Wa-80-65
Junction Block Body Control Module-JB . 8Wa-80-65
Junction Block C1.................. 8Wa-80-66
Junction Block C2.................. 8Wa-80-67
Junction Block C3.................. 8Wa-80-68
Knock Sensor (3.7L)................ 8Wa-80-69
Leak Detection Pump............... 8Wa-80-69
Left Courtesy Lamp................ 8Wa-80-69
Left Curtain Airbag................. 8Wa-80-69
Left Cylinder Lock Switch (Except Base) . 8Wa-80-69
Left Door Lock Switch (Except Base) . . . 8Wa-80-70
Left Fog Lamp..................... 8Wa-80-70
Left Front Door Ajar Switch (Base)..... 8Wa-80-70
Left Front Door Lock Motor/Ajar Switch
(Except Base)................... 8Wa-80-70
Left Front Door Speaker (Base)........ 8Wa-80-70
Left Front Door Speaker (Premium).... 8Wa-80-71
Left Front Impact Sensor............ 8Wa-80-71
Left Front Park/Turn Signal Lamp..... 8Wa-80-71
Left Front Power Window Motor
(Midline/Highline)................ 8Wa-80-71
Left Front Wheel Speed Sensor (ABS) . . . 8Wa-80-72
Left Headlamp (Built-Up-Export)...... 8Wa-80-72
Left Headlamp (Except Built-Up-Export) . 8Wa-80-72
Left Heated Seat Assembly (Highline) . . . 8Wa-80-72
Left Heated Seat Switch (Highline)..... 8Wa-80-72
Left Instrument Panel Speaker........ 8Wa-80-73
Left Leveling Motor (Built-Up-Export) . . 8Wa-80-73
Left Position Lamp (Built-Up-Export) . . . 8Wa-80-73
Left Power Mirror (Except Base)....... 8Wa-80-73
8Wa - 80 - 2 8W-80 CONNECTOR PIN-OUTSKJ

CONNECTOR NAME/NUMBER COLOR LOCATION FIG.
C302 (LHD) OR Right A-Pillar 34, 41, 42
C302 (RHD) OR Left A-Pillar 38, 41
C303 (LHD) OR Right A-Pillar 34, 41, 42
C303 (RHD) OR Left A-Pillar 38, 41
C304 DB Right Mid B-Pillar 34, 39
C305 DB Left Mid B-Pillar 35, 38
C306 (LHD) WT Left Lower B-Pillar 35, 43
C306 (RHD) WT Right Lower B-Pillar 39, 45
C307 (LHD) LG Left Lower B-Pillar 35, 38, 44
C308 LG Left Rear Quarter Panel 43
C309 DB Left Rear Quarter Panel 43, 46
C310 LG Right Rear Quarter Panel 44, 45, 47
C311 LG Left Front Seat 35, 38
C312 (Highline) LG Left Front Seat 35, 38
C313 LG Right Front Seat 36, 39, 40
C314 LG Right Front Seat 36, 39, 40
C315 (Midline/Highline) (LHD) LG Right Front Seat 34
C315 (Midline/Highline) (RHD) LG Left Front Seat 38
C317 (Except BUX) LG On Rear Bumper 45
Cabin Heater (Diesel) BK Right Front Side of Engine 21
Camshaft Position Sensor (2.4L) BK Top of Engine N/S
Camshaft Position Sensor (3.7L) LG Right Side of Engine 4
Camshaft Position Sensor (Diesel) Top of Engine 22
Capacitor (3.7L) BK Rear Side of Engine
Compartment9, 10
Capacitor (2.4L) BK Left Rear Side of Engine 11, 12
CD Changer GN At CD Changer N/S
Center High Mounted Stop Lamp WT At Lamp 46
Cigar Lighter RD Behind Cigar Lighter N/S
Clockspring C1 WT Behind Steering Wheel N/S
Clockspring C2 YL Behind Steering Wheel N/S
Clockspring C3 BK At Steering Wheel N/S
Clutch Interlock Switch (LHD) BK Left Rear Side of Engine
Compartment31
Clutch Interlock Switch (RHD) BK Right Rear Side of Engine
Compartment26
Coil On Plug No.1 (3.7L) BK Left Side of Engine Near
Fuel Injector No.11
Coil On Plug No.2 (3.7L) BK Right Side of Engine Near
Fuel Injector No.22
Coil On Plug No.3 (3.7L) BK Left Side of Engine Near
Fuel Injector No.31
Coil On Plug No.4 (3.7L) BK Right Side of Engine Near
Fuel Injector No.42
KJ8W-91 CONNECTOR/GROUND/SPLICE LOCATION8Wa-91-3
CONNECTOR/GROUND/SPLICE LOCATION (Continued)

DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - ENGINE DIAGNOSIS - MECHANICAL
CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIONS
NOISY VALVES 1. High or low oil level in
crankcase.1. (Refer to LUBRICATION &
MAINTENANCE/FLUID TYPES -
SPECIFICATIONS).
2. Thin or diluted oil. 2. Change oil and filter.
3. Low oil pressure. 3. Check oil pump, if Ok, check rod
and main bearings for excessive
wear.
4. Dirt in lash adjusters. 4. Clean or replace as necessary.
5. Worn rocker arms. 5. Replace as necessary.
7. Worn valve guides. 7. (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/CYLINDER
HEAD/INTAKE/EXHAUST VALVES
& SEATS - STANDARD
PROCEDURE).
8. Excessive runout of valve seats
on valve faces.8. Service valves and valve seats.
(Refer to 9 - ENGINE/CYLINDER
HEAD/INTAKE/EXHAUST VALVES
& SEATS - STANDARD
PROCEDURE).
ENGINE VIBRATION 1. Counter Balance Shaft not timed
properly1. Refer to Engine Timing in this
section
CONNECTING ROD NOISE 1. Insufficient oil supply. 1. (Refer to LUBRICATION &
MAINTENANCE/FLUID TYPES -
SPECIFICATIONS).
2. Low oil pressure. 2. Check oil pump, if Ok, check rod
and main bearings for excessive
wear.
3. Thin or diluted oil. 3. Change oil and filter.
4. Excessive bearing clearance. 4. Replace as necessary.
5. Connecting rod journal
out-of-round.5. Service or replace crankshaft.
6. Misaligned connecting rods. 6. Replace bent connecting rods.
MAIN BEARING NOISE 1. Insufficient oil supply. 1. (Refer to LUBRICATION &
MAINTENANCE/FLUID TYPES -
SPECIFICATIONS).
2. Low oil pressure. 2. Check oil pump, if Ok, check rod
and main bearings for excessive
wear.
3. Thin or diluted oil. 3. Change oil and filter.
4. Excessive bearing clearance. 4. Replace as necessary.
5. Excessive end play. 5. Check thrust washers for wear.
6. Crankshaft journal out-of round. 6. Service or replace crankshaft.
7. Loose flywheel or torque
converter.7. Tighten to correct torque
9 - 6 ENGINE - 3.7LKJ
ENGINE - 3.7L (Continued)

assemblies from the engine, rotate crankshaft so the
each connecting rod is centered in cylinder bore.
CAUTION: DO NOT use a number stamp or a punch
to mark connecting rods or caps, as damage to
connecting rods could occur
NOTE: Connecting rods and bearing caps are not
interchangeable and should be marked before
removing to ensure correct reassembly.
(4) Mark connecting rod and bearing cap positions
using a permanent ink marker or scribe tool.
CAUTION: Care must be taken not to damage the
fractured rod and cap joint face surfaces, as engine
damage may occur.
(5) Remove connecting rod cap. Install Special Tool
8507 Connecting Rod Guides into the connecting rod
being removed. Remove piston from cylinder bore.
Repeat this procedure for each piston being removed.
CAUTION: Care must be taken not to nick crank-
shaft journals, as engine damage may occur
(6) Immediately after piston and connecting rod
removal, install bearing cap on the mating connect-
ing rod to prevent damage to the fractured cap and
rod surfaces.
CLEANING
CAUTION: DO NOT use a wire wheel or other abra-
sive cleaning devise to clean the pistons or con-
necting rods. The pistons have a Moly coating, this
coating must not be damaged.
(1) Using a suitable cleaning solvent clean the pis-
tons in warm water and towel dry.
(2) Use a wood or plastic scraper to clean the ring
land grooves.
CAUTION: DO NOT remove the piston pin from the
piston and connecting rod assembly.
INSPECTION
Check the connecting rod journal for excessive
wear, taper and scoring (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/EN-
GINE BLOCK/CONNECTING ROD BEARINGS -
STANDARD PROCEDURE).
Check the connecting rod for signs of twist or bend-
ing.
Check the piston for taper and elliptical shape
before it is fitted into the cylinder bore (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/ENGINE BLOCK/PISTON & CONNECT-
ING ROD - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
Check the piston for scoring, or scraping marks in
the piston skirts. Check the ring lands for cracks
and/or deterioration.
INSTALLATION
(1) Before installing piston and connecting rod
assemblies into the bore, install the piston rings.
(2) Immerse the piston head and rings in clean
engine oil. Position a ring compressor over the piston
and rings. Tighten ring compressor.Ensure posi-
tion of rings do not change during this opera-
tion.
(3) Position bearing onto connecting rod. Ensure
that tabs in bearing shell aligns with slots in con-
necting rod. Verify that parting line of bearing is
aligned with parting line of connecting rod.
(4) Lubricate bearing surface with clean engine oil.
(5) Install Special Tool 8507 Connecting Rod
Guides into connecting rod bolt threads (Fig. 55).
(6) The pistons are marked on the piston pin bore
surface with an raised ªFº indicating installation
position. This mark must be pointing toward the
front of engine on both cylinder banks. The connect-
ing rod oil slinger slot faces the front of the engine
(Fig. 56).
(7) Wipe cylinder bore clean and lubricate with
engine oil.
(8) Rotate crankshaft until connecting rod journal
is on the center of cylinder bore. Insert rod and pis-
Fig. 54 Bore Gauge - Typical
1 - FRONT
2 - BORE GAUGE
3 - CYLINDER BORE
4 - 38 MM (1.5 in)
KJENGINE - 3.7L 9 - 51
PISTON & CONNECTING ROD (Continued)

(1) Position the engine exhaust manifold and gas-
ket on the two studs located on the cylinder head.
Install conical washers and nuts on these studs.
(2) Install remaining conical washers. Starting at
the center arm and working outward, tighten the
bolts and nuts to 25 N´m (18 ft. lbs.) torque.
(3) Install the exhaust heat shields.
(4) Raise and support the vehicle.
CAUTION: Over tightening heat shield fasteners,
may cause shield to distort and/or crack.
(5) Assemble exhaust pipe to manifold and secure
with bolts, nuts and retainers. Tighten the bolts and
nuts to 34 N´m (25 ft. lbs.) torque.
LEFT EXHAUST MANIFOLD
CAUTION: If the studs came out with the nuts when
removing the engine exhaust manifold, install new
studs. Apply sealer on the coarse thread ends.
Water leaks may develop at the studs if this precau-
tion is not taken.
(1) Position the engine exhaust manifold and gas-
ket on the two studs located on the cylinder head.
Install conical washers and nuts on these studs.
(2) Install remaining conical washers. Starting at
the center arm and working outward, tighten the
bolts and nuts to 25 N´m (18 ft. lbs.) torque.
(3) Install the exhaust heat shields.
(4) Raise and support the vehicle.
CAUTION: Over tightening heat shield fasteners,
may cause shield to distort and/or crack.
(5) Assemble exhaust pipe to manifold and secure
with bolts, nuts and retainers. Tighten the bolts and
nuts to 34 N´m (25 ft. lbs.) torque.
VALVE TIMING
DESCRIPTION
The timing drive system has been designed to pro-
vide quiet performance and reliability to support a
non-free wheelingengine. Specifically the intake
valves are non-free wheeling and can be easily dam-
aged with forceful engine rotation if camshaft-to-
crankshaft timing is incorrect. The timing drive
system consists of a primary chain, two secondary
timing chain drives and a counterbalance shaft drive.
OPERATION
The primary timing chain is a single inverted tooth
chain type. The primary chain drives the large 40
tooth idler sprocket directly from a 20 tooth crank-shaft sprocket. Primary chain motion is controlled by
a pivoting leaf spring tensioner arm and a fixed
guide. The arm and the guide both use nylon plastic
wear faces for low friction and long wear. The pri-
mary chain receives oil splash lubrication from the
secondary chain drive and designed oil pump leak-
age. The idler sprocket assembly connects the pri-
mary chain drive, secondary chain drives, and the
counterbalance shaft. The idler sprocket assembly
consists of two integral 26 tooth sprockets a 40 tooth
sprocket and a helical gear that is press-fit to the
assembly. The spline joint for the 40 tooth sprocket is
a non ± serviceable press fit anti rattle type. A spiral
ring is installed on the outboard side of the fifty
tooth sprocket to prevent spline disengagement. The
idler sprocket assembly spins on a stationary idler
shaft. The idler shaft is a light press-fit into the cyl-
inder block. A large washer on the idler shaft bolt
and the rear flange of the idler shaft are used to con-
trol sprocket thrust movement. Pressurized oil is
routed through the center of the idler shaft to pro-
vide lubrication for the two bushings used in the
idler sprocket assembly.
There are two secondary drive chains, both are
roller type, one to drive the camshaft in each SOHC
cylinder head. There are no shaft speed changes in
the secondary chain drive system. Each secondary
chain drives a 26 tooth cam sprocket directly from
the 26 tooth sprocket on the idler sprocket assembly.
A fixed chain guide and a hydraulic oil damped ten-
sioner are used to maintain tension in each second-
ary chain system. The hydraulic tensioners for the
secondary chain systems are fed pressurized oil from
oil reservoir pockets in the block. Each tensioner
incorprates a controled leak path through a device
known as a vent disc located in the nose of the piston
to manage chain loads. Each tensioner also has a
mechanical ratchet system that limits chain slack if
the tensioner piston bleeds down after engine shut
down. The tensioner arms and guides also utilize
nylon wear faces for low friction and long wear. The
secondary timing chains receive lubrication from a
small orifice in the tensioners. This orifice is pro-
tected from clogging by a fine mesh screen which is
located on the back of the hydraulic tensioners.
STANDARD PROCEDURE
MEASURING TIMING CHAIN WEAR
NOTE: This procedure must be performed with the
timing chain cover removed.
(1) Remove the timing chain cover. Refer to Timing
Chain Cover in this section for procedure.
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