2003 CHRYSLER CARAVAN belt

CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIONS
BELT ROLLED OVER IN GROOVE
OR BELT JUMPS OFF1. Broken cord in belt 1. Replace belt
2. Belt too loose, or too tight 2. (a) Replace belt (auto-tensioned
belts.)
(b) Adjust power steering belt
tension (4 cyl. engine)
3. Misaligned pulleys 3. Align accessories
4. Non-uniform groove or eccentric
pulley4. Replace pulley
DRIVE BELTS - 2.4L
STANDARD PROCEDURE - CHECKING POWER
STEERING BELT TENSION
WARNING: DO NOT CHECK BELT TENSION WITH
ENGINE RUNNING.
Accessory drive belt tension can be measured with
Special Tool 8371 ± Belt Tension Gauge Adapter, and
the DRBIIItusing the following procedures:
(1) Connect 8371 to the DRBIIItfollowing the
instructions provided with tool.
(2) Place end of microphone probe approximately
2.54 cm (1 in.) from belt at belt center span location
shown in (Fig. 1).
(3) Pluck the belt a minimum of 3 times. (Use your
finger or other suitable tool) The frequency of the
belt in hertz (Hz) will display on DRBIIItscreen.
(4) Adjust belt to obtain proper frequency (ten-
sion). Refer to ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT TENSION
CHART for belt tension specifications.
ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT TENSION CHART -
2.4L
Accessory Drive Belt Belt Tension
Air Conditioning
Compressor/GeneratorDynamic Tensioner
Power Steering PumpNew178 - 212
Hz
Used* 145 - 178
Hz
*A belt is considered used after 15 minutes of run-in
time.
REMOVAL
GENERATOR AND AIR CONDITIONING BELT
(1) Raise vehicle on hoist.
(2) Remove the drive belt shield (Fig. 7).
WARNING: DO NOT ALLOW DRIVE BELT TEN-
SIONER TO SNAP BACK, AS DAMAGE TO TEN-
SIONER AND/OR PERSONAL INJURY COULD
RESULT.
Fig. 1 Power Steering Belt - Center Span Location
1 - POWER STEERING BELT CENTER SPAN LOCATION
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(3) Position a wrench on the belt tensioner lug
(Fig. 2).
(4) Release belt tension by rotating the tensioner
clockwise (Fig. 2).
(5) Remove belt.
(1) Carefully return tensioner to its relaxed posi-
tion.
POWER STEERING PUMP
(1) From top of the vehicle, loosen locking nuts (1)
and (2) (Fig. 3).
(2) From under the vehicle, loosen the pivot bolt
(3). Loosen adjusting bolt (4) until belt can be
removed.
CLEANING
Clean all foreign debris from belt pulley grooves.
The belt pulleys must be free of oil, grease, and cool-
ants before installing the drive belt.
INSPECTION
Belt replacement under any or all of the following
conditions is required:
²Excessive wear
²Frayed cords
²Severe glazing
Poly-V Belt system may develop minor cracks
across the ribbed side (due to reverse bending). These
minor cracks are considered normal and acceptable.
Parallel cracks are not (Fig. 4).
NOTE: Do not use any type of belt dressing or
restorer on Poly-V Belts.
Fig. 2 A/C & GENERATOR BELT TENSION RELEASE
1 - BELT TENSIONER
2 - WRENCH
Fig. 3 Power Steering Pump Belt
1 - REAR LOCKING NUT
2 - FRONT LOCKING NUT
3 - PIVOT BOLT
4 - ADJUSTING BOLT
Fig. 4 Drive Belt Wear Pattern
1 - NORMAL CRACKS - BELT OK
2 - NOT NORMAL CRACKS - REPLACE BELT
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INSTALLATION
GENERATOR AND AIR CONDITIONING BELT
(1) Install belt onto all pulleys except for the
crankshaft (Fig. 5).
(2) Rotate belt tensioner clockwise until belt can
be installed onto the crankshaft pulley (Fig. 2).
Slowly release belt tensioner.
(3) Verify belt is properly routed and engaged on
all pulleys (Fig. 5).
(4) Install drive belt shield (Fig. 7) and lower vehi-
cle.
POWER STEERING PUMP
(1) Install belt over crankshaft and power steering
pump pulleys (Fig. 5).
(2) Apply an initial snug torque to pivot bolt (3)
and front locking nut (2) (Fig. 3).
(3) Tighten adjusting bolt (4) until proper belt ten-
sion is obtained (Fig. 3). For belt tension check pro-
cedure, (Refer to 7 - COOLING/ACCESSORY DRIVE/
DRIVE BELTS - STANDARD PROCEDURE -
CHECKING POWER STEERING BELT TENSION).
(4) Tighten pivot bolt (3) and front locking nut (2)
to 54 N´m (40 ft. lbs.) (Fig. 3).
(5) Tighten rear locking nut (1) to 54 N´m (40 ft.
lbs.) (Fig. 3).
ADJUSTMENTS
Satisfactory performance of the belt driven accesso-
ries depends on proper belt tension. Belt tensioning
should be performed with the aid of Special Tool
7198. Because of space limitations in the engine com-
partment, the use of this gauge may be restricted.
Raise the vehicle on a hoist and the remove the
splash shield to gain access to the drive belts, if nec-
essary. Adjust belt tension for either aNeworUsed
belt. For specifications, (Refer to 7 - COOLING/AC-
CESSORY DRIVE - SPECIFICATIONS).
BELT TENSIONER - 2.4L
REMOVAL
(1) Raise vehicle on hoist.
(2) Remove the drive belt shield.
(3) Remove the generator/A/C drive belt. (Refer to
7 - COOLING/ACCESSORY DRIVE/DRIVE BELTS -
REMOVAL)
(4) Remove the belt tensioner (Fig. 6).
INSTALLATION
(1) Install belt tensioner and bolt (Fig. 6). Tighten
bolt to 54 N´m (40 ft. lbs.).
(2) Install generator/A/C compressor drive belt.
(Refer to 7 - COOLING/ACCESSORY DRIVE/DRIVE
BELTS - INSTALLATION)
(3) Install splash shield.
(4) Lower the vehicle.
Fig. 5 Accessory Drive Belts - 2.4L
1 - POWER STEERING PUMP PULLEY
2 - BELT TENSIONER
3 - GENERATOR PULLEY
4 - BELT - A/C AND GENERATOR
5 - A/C COMPRESSOR PULLEY
6 - CRANKSHAFT PULLEY
7 - BELT - POWER STEERING
Fig. 6 Belt Tensioner - 2.4L
1 - BELT TENSIONER
2 - GENERATOR BRACKET
3 - BOLT
7 - 10 ACCESSORY DRIVERS
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DRIVE BELTS - 3.3/3.8L
REMOVAL
(1) Raise vehicle on hoist.
(2) Remove the drive belt shield (Fig. 7).
WARNING: DO NOT ALLOW DRIVE BELT TEN-
SIONER TO SNAP BACK, AS DAMAGE TO TEN-
SIONER AND/OR PERSONAL INJURY COULD
RESULT.
(3) Position a wrench on the belt tensioner lug
(Fig. 8).
(4) Release belt tension by rotating the tensioner
counterclockwise (Fig. 8).(5) Remove the drive belt (Fig. 10).
(6) Carefully return tensioner to its relaxed posi-
tion.CLEANING
Clean all foreign debris from belt pulley grooves.
The belt pulleys must be free of oil, grease, and cool-
ants before installing the drive belt.
INSPECTION
Belt replacement under any or all of the following
conditions is required:
²Excessive wear
²Frayed cords
²Severe glazing
Poly-V Belt system may develop minor cracks
across the ribbed side (due to reverse bending). These
minor cracks are considered normal and acceptable.
Parallel cracks are not (Fig. 9).
NOTE: Do not use any type of belt dressing or
restorer on Poly-V Belts.
Fig. 7 Accessory Drive Belt Shield
1 - ATTACHING SCREW
2 - ATTACHING SCREWS
3 - SPLASH SHIELD
Fig. 8 DRIVE BELT TENSION RELEASE
1 - BELT TENSIONER LUG
2 - WRENCH
Fig. 9 Drive Belt Wear Pattern
1 - NORMAL CRACKS - BELT OK
2 - NOT NORMAL CRACKS - REPLACE BELT
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INSTALLATION
(1) Route and position the drive belt onto all pul-
leys, except for the crankshaft (Fig. 10).
(2) Rotate belt tensioner counterclockwise until
belt can be installed onto the crankshaft pulley (Fig.
8). Slowly release belt tensioner.
(3) Verify belt is properly routed and engaged on
all pulleys.
(4) Install drive belt shield (Fig. 7) and lower vehi-
cle.
BELT TENSIONER - 3.3/3.8L
REMOVAL
(1) Raise vehicle on hoist.
(2) Remove the drive belt shield.
(3) Remove the drive belt. (Refer to 7 - COOLING/
ACCESSORY DRIVE/DRIVE BELTS - REMOVAL)
(4) Remove the belt tensioner (Fig. 11).
INSTALLATION
(1) Install the belt tensioner and bolt (Fig. 11).
Tighten bolt to 28 N´m (250 in. lbs.).
(2) Install the drive belt. (Refer to 7 - COOLING/
ACCESSORY DRIVE/DRIVE BELTS - INSTALLA-
TION)
(3) Install the drive belt shield.
(4) Lower the vehicle.
Fig. 10 ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT
1 - DRIVE BELT
2 - POWER STEERING PUMP PULLEY
3 - BELT TENIONER PULLEY
4 - IDLER PULLEY
5 - GENERATOR PULLEY
6 - AIR CONDITIONING COMPRESSOR PULLEY
7 - CRANKSHAFT PULLEY
8 - WATER PUMP PULLEY
Fig. 11 BELT TENSIONER - 3.3/3.8L
1 - BELT TENSIONER
2 - BOLT
7 - 12 ACCESSORY DRIVERS
DRIVE BELTS - 3.3/3.8L (Continued)
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ENGINE
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - ENGINE COOLING
SYSTEM
Establish what driving condition caused the cooling
system complaint. The problem may be caused by an
abnormal load on the system such as the following:
prolonged idle, very high ambient temperature, slight
tail wind at idle, slow traffic speed, traffic jam, high
speed, steep grade.
DRIVING TECHNIQUES
To avoid overheating the cooling system:
(1) Idle with A/C off when temperature gauge is at
end of normal range.
(2) Do not increase engine speed for more air flow
and coolant flow because the electric motor fan sys-
tems are not responsive to engine RPM. The added
cooling from higher coolant flow rate is more than
offset by increased heat rejection (engine heat added
to coolant).
TRAILER TOWING
Consult the owner's manual under Trailer Towing
and do not exceed specified limits.
VISUAL INSPECTION
If the cooling system problem is not caused by a
driving condition, perform a visual inspection to
determine if there was a recent service or accident
repair, including the following:
²Loose/damaged water pump drive belt
²Incorrect cooling system refilling (trapped air or
low level)
²Brakes possibly dragging
²Damaged hoses
²Loose/damaged hose clamps
²Damaged/incorrect engine thermostat
²Damaged cooling fan motor, fan blade and fan
shroud
²Damaged head gasket
²Damaged water pump
²Damaged radiator
²Damaged coolant recovery system
²Damaged heater core
²Open/shorted electrical circuits
If the visual inspection reveals none of the above
as cause for a cooling system complaint, refer to the
following diagnostic charts.
COOLING SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS CHART
CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTION
PRESSURE CAP IS BLOWING
OFF STEAM AND/OR COOLANT.
TEMPERATURE GAUGE READING
MAY BE ABOVE NORMAL BUT
NOT HIGH. COOLANT LEVEL MAY
BE HIGH IN COOLANT RESERVE/
OVERFLOW TANK.1. Pressure relief valve in radiator
cap is defective, or was not
properly seated.1. Check condition of radiator cap
and cap seal. (Refer to 7 -
COOLING/ENGINE/RADIATOR
PRESSURE CAP - DIAGNOSIS
AND TESTING) Replace cap as
necessary.
2. Incorrect cap was installed. 2. Replace cap as necessary.
3. Incorrect coolant mixture. 3. Check concentration level of the
coolant. (Refer to 7 - COOLING/
ENGINE/COOLANT - DIAGNOSIS
AND TESTING) Adjust the ethylene
glycol-to-water ratio as required.
COOLANT LOSS TO THE
GROUND WITHOUT PRESSURE
CAP BLOWOFF. GAUGE IS
READING HIGH OR HOT.1. Coolant leaks in radiator, cooling
system hoses, water pump or
engine.1. Pressure test and repair as
necessary. (Refer to 7 - COOLING -
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING)
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(3) Install closure panel and attaching screws.
(4) Connect negative cable to battery.
WATER PUMP - 2.4L
DESCRIPTION
The water pump has a cast aluminum body and
housing with a stamped steel impeller. The water
pump bolts directly to the block (Fig. 23). The cylin-
der block to water pump seal is provided by a rubber
O-ring. The water pump is driven by the engine tim-
ing belt.
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect negative cable from battery.
(2) Raise vehicle on a hoist.
(3) Remove the right inner splash shield.
(4) Remove the accessory drive belts (Refer to 7 -
COOLING/ACCESSORY DRIVE/DRIVE BELTS -
REMOVAL).
(5) Drain the cooling system (Refer to 7 - COOL-
ING - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
(6) Support engine from the bottom and remove
right engine mount. (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/ENGINE
MOUNTING/RIGHT MOUNT - REMOVAL).
(7) Remove right engine mount bracket (Fig. 24).
(8) Remove the timing belt (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/
VALVE TIMING/TIMING BELT AND SPROCKET(S)
- REMOVAL).
Fig. 22 Radiator Fan Relay
1 - FRONT FASCIA
2 - FAN RELAY
3 - RIVET
4 - A/C CONDENSER (FRONT SIDE)
Fig. 23 Water Pump
1 - CYLINDER BLOCK
2 - WATER PUMP
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RADIATOR FAN RELAY (Continued)
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(9) Remove timing belt idler pulley.
(10) Hold camshaft sprocket with Special tool
C-4687 and adaptor C-4687-1 while removing bolt.
Remove both cam sprockets.
(11) Remove the timing belt rear cover (Refer to 9
- ENGINE/VALVE TIMING/TIMING BELT COV-
ER(S) - REMOVAL).
(12) Remove the generator and bracket (Fig. 24).
(13) Remove water pump to engine attaching
screws (Fig. 25).
CLEANING
Clean gasket mating surfaces as necessary.
INSPECTION
Replace water pump body assembly if it has any of
these defects:
(1) Cracks or damage on the body.
(2) Coolant leaks from the shaft seal, evident by
wet coolant traces on the pump body.
(3) Loose or rough turning bearing.
(4) Impeller rubs either the pump body or the
engine block.
(5) Impeller loose or damaged.
(6) Sprocket or sprocket flange loose or damaged.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install new O-ring gasket in water pump body
O-ring locating groove (Fig. 26).
CAUTION: Make sure O-ring is properly seated in
water pump groove before tightening screws. An
improperly located O-ring may be damaged and
cause a coolant leak.
(2) Assemble pump body to block and tighten
screws to 12 N´m (105 in. lbs.) (Fig. 25). Pressurize
cooling system to 103.4 Kpa (15 psi) with pressure
tester and check water pump shaft seal and O-ring
for leaks.
(3) Rotate pump by hand to check for freedom of
movement.
(4) Install the timing belt rear cover (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/VALVE TIMING/TIMING BELT COVER(S)
- INSTALLATION).
(5) Install camshaft sprockets and torque bolts to
101 N´m (75 ft. lbs.) while holding camshaft sprocket
with Special tool C-4687 and adaptor C-4687-1.
(6) Install timing belt idler pulley and torque
mounting bolt to 61 N´m (45 ft. lbs.).
Fig. 24 Generator Bracket
1 - BRACKET - ENGINE MOUNT 5 - BOLT
2 - BOLT 6 - TENSIONER - DRIVE BELT
3 - GENERATOR 7 - BOLT
4 - BOLT 8 - BOLT
7 - 32 ENGINERS
WATER PUMP - 2.4L (Continued)
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