INSTALLATION
NOTE: If cradle crossmember requires replacement.
Refer to Group 2, Suspension, to transfer suspen-
sion components and Group 19, Steering, to trans-
fer steering components.
(1) Support crossmember on suitable lifting device
(Fig. 14).
(2) Position crossmember to vehicle.
(3) Loosely install bolts attaching cradle cross-
member to front frame rails.
(4) Align crossmember to previously made marks
on frame rails.
(5) Tighten bolts attaching cradle crossmember to
frame rails.
(6) Install through bolt attaching rear engine
mount to cradle crossmember (Fig. 12) and tighten to
68 N´m (50 ft. lbs.) torque.
(7) Install the rear mount heat shield (Fig. 11).
(8) Connect lower ball joints to steering knuckles
(Refer to 2 - SUSPENSION/FRONT/LOWER BALL
JOINT - INSTALLATION)
(9) Connect stabilizer bar links to ends of stabi-
lizer bar.
(10) Install bolts attaching anti-lock brake sensor
leads to cradle crossmember.
(11) Install high pressure hose to pump.
(12) Connect return hose to metal tube.
(13) Tighten hose clamp at the cradle crossmember
coupling.
(14) Remove pinch-off pliers.
(15) Position steering so front wheels are straight
ahead.
(16) Install steering column coupling to telescoping
steering gear shaft.
(17) Install clinch bolt attaching steering column
coupling to steering gear shaft.
(18) Install steering column cover backing plate
(Refer to 23 - BODY/INSTRUMENT PANEL/STEER-
ING COLUMN COVER BACKING PLATE -
INSTALLATION)
(19) Install steering column lower cover from
instrument panel (Refer to 23 - BODY/INSTRU-
MENT PANEL/STEERING COLUMN OPENING
COVER - INSTALLATION).
(20) Connect battery negative cable.
Fig. 12 REAR MOUNT
1 - BOLT
2 - REAR MOUNT BRACKET
3 - THROUGH BOLT
4 - REAR MOUNT
Fig. 13 CRADLE CROSSMEMBER MOUNT
1 - CROSSMEMBER MOUNT
2 - BRAKE HOSE MOUNT
3 - STEERING TIE ROD
4 - FRONT CROSSMEMBER
5 - FRAME RAIL
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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FUEL DELIVERY..........................1FUEL INJECTION........................17
FUEL DELIVERY
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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FUEL DELIVERY
DESCRIPTION
DESCRIPTION........................2
DESCRIPTION - FFV REPLACEMENT
PARTS...............................2
OPERATION............................2
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - FUEL DELIVERY
SYSTEM.............................2
STANDARD PROCEDURE
STANDARD PROCEDURE - FUEL SYSTEM
PRESSURE RELEASE PROCEDURE.......2
STANDARD PROCEDURE - DRAINING
FUEL TANK...........................2
SPECIFICATIONS
FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE..............3
TORQUE.............................3
SPECIAL TOOLS
FUEL................................3
FUEL FILTER
REMOVAL.............................4
INSTALLATION..........................4
FUEL LEVEL SENDING UNIT / SENSOR
DESCRIPTION..........................4
OPERATION............................5
REMOVAL.............................5
INSTALLATION..........................5
FUEL LINES
DESCRIPTION - FUEL LINES/HOSES AND
CLAMPS.............................6
STANDARD PROCEDURE - HOSES AND
CLAMP..............................6
FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR
OPERATION............................7REMOVAL.............................7
INSTALLATION..........................7
FUEL PUMP
DESCRIPTION..........................7
OPERATION............................7
FUEL PUMP MODULE
DESCRIPTION..........................8
OPERATION............................8
REMOVAL.............................8
INSTALLATION..........................9
FUEL RAIL
REMOVAL
REMOVAL - 2.4L.......................9
REMOVAL - 3.3/3.8L....................9
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION - 2.4L..................10
INSTALLATION - 3.3/3.8L................10
FUEL TANK
DESCRIPTION.........................10
OPERATION...........................10
REMOVAL.............................11
INSTALLATION.........................11
FUEL TANK FILLER TUBE
REMOVAL.............................12
INSTALLATION.........................12
INLET FILTER
REMOVAL.............................13
INSTALLATION.........................13
QUICK CONNECT FITTING
STANDARD PROCEDURE - QUICK-CONNECT
FITTINGS...........................13
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DESCRIPTION
DESCRIPTION
The front wheel drive car uses a plastic fuel tank
located rear center of the vehicle.
The Fuel Delivery System consists of: the following
items:
²Electric fuel pump module
²Fuel filter
²Tubes/lines/hoses
²Fuel injectors
The in-tank fuel pump module contains the fuel
pump. The pump is serviced as part of the fuel pump
module. Refer to Fuel Pump Module.
The fuel filter is replaceable only as part of the
fuel pump module.
DESCRIPTION - FFV REPLACEMENT PARTS
Many components in a Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV)
are designed to be compatible with ethanol. Always
be sure that the vehicle is serviced with correct etha-
nol compatible parts.
CAUTION: Replacing fuel system components with
non-ethanol compatible components can damage
your vehicle and may void the warranty.
OPERATION
The fuel system provides fuel pressure by an
in-tank pump module. The PCM controls the opera-
tion of the fuel system by providing battery voltage
to the fuel pump through the fuel pump relay. The
PCM requires only three inputs and a good ground to
operate the fuel pump relay. The three inputs are:
²Ignition voltage
²Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor
²Camshaft Position (CMP) sensor
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - FUEL DELIVERY
SYSTEM
(Refer to Appropriate Diagnostic Information)
STANDARD PROCEDURE
STANDARD PROCEDURE - FUEL SYSTEM
PRESSURE RELEASE PROCEDURE
(1) Remove Fuel Pump relay from Power Distribu-
tion Center (PDC). For location of relay, refer to label
on underside of PDC cover.
(2) Start and run engine until it stalls.(3) Attempt restarting engine until it will no
longer run.
(4) Turn ignition key to OFF position.
(5) Return fuel pump relay to PDC.
(6) One or more Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC's)
may have been stored in PCM memory due to fuel
pump relay removal. The DRB IIItscan tool must be
used to erase a DTC.
STANDARD PROCEDURE - DRAINING FUEL
TANK
Two different procedures may be used to drain fuel
tank (lowering tank or using DRB scan tool).
The quickest draining procedure involves lowering
the fuel tank.
WARNING: RELEASE FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE
BEFORE SERVICING FUEL SYSTEM COMPONENTS.
SERVICE VEHICLES IN WELL VENTILATED AREAS
AND AVOID IGNITION SOURCES. NEVER SMOKE
WHILE SERVICING THE VEHICLE.
As an alternative procedure, the electric fuel pump
may be activated allowing tank to be drained at fuel
rail connection. Refer to DRBIIItscan tool for fuel
pump activation procedures. Before disconnecting
fuel line at fuel rail, release fuel pressure. Refer to
the Fuel System Pressure Release Procedure in this
group for procedures. Disconnect the fuel line at the
fuel rail and remove the plastic retainer from the
fuel rail. Take plastic retainer and install it back into
the fuel line from body. Attach end of special test
hose tool number 8978 at fuel line connection from
the body line. Position opposite end of this hose tool
to an approved gasoline draining station. Activate
fuel pump and drain tank until empty. When done
remove the special test hose tool number 8978 from
the body line. Remove the plastic retainer from the
special test hose tool number 8978 and reinstall it
into the fuel line from the body. Install the fuel line
to the fuel rail.
If electric fuel pump is not operating, tank must be
lowered for fuel draining. Refer to following proce-
dures.
(1) Remove fuel filler cap.
(2) Perform the Fuel System Pressure Release pro-
cedure.
(3) Disconnect negative cable from battery.
(4) Raise vehicle and support.
(5) Certain models are equipped with a separate
grounding wire (strap) connecting the fuel fill tube
assembly to the body. Disconnect wire by removing
screw.
(6) Open fuel fill door and remove screws mount-
ing fuel filler tube assembly to body. Do not discon-
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REMOVAL
(1) Release fuel pressure, refer to the Fuel release
procedure in this section.
(2) Disconnect the negative battery cable.
(3) Raise vehicle and support.
(4) Support the fuel tank with a transmission jack.
(5) Remove fuel line from the front of the tank.
(6) Remove ground strap(7) Remove the inboard side of the fuel tank straps
and front T strap fastner.
(8) Lower the tank about 6 inches (Fig. 1).
(9) Remove fuel lines from the fuel pump module.
(10) Remove fuel filter from tank.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install fuel filter to tank. Tighten bolt to 4.5
N´m (40 in. lbs.)
(2) Install fuel lines to the fuel pump module (Fig.
1).
(3) Raise tank into position.
(4) Install the fuel tank straps.Tighten bolt for
main straps to 54 N´m (40 ft. lbs.) and the T strap
bolt to 28.2 N´m (250 in. lbs.)
(5) Install the ground strap
(6) Connect the fuel line at the front of the tank.
(7) Lower vehicle.
(8) Connect the negative battery cable.
(9) Pressurize the fuel system with the DRBIIIt
and check for leaks.
FUEL LEVEL SENDING UNIT /
SENSOR
DESCRIPTION
The fuel gauge level sending unit is attached to the
side of fuel pump module. The level sensor is a vari-
able resistor.
Spanner Wrench 6856
Fuel Line Adapter 1/4
O2S (Oxygen Sensor) Remover/InstallerÐC-4907
O2S (Oxygen Sensor) Remover/Installer - 8439
Fig. 1 FUEL FILTER
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OPERATION
Its resistance changes with the amount of fuel in
the tank. The float arm attached to the sensor moves
as the fuel level changes.
The fuel level input is used as an input for OBD II.
If the fuel level is below 15% or above 85% of total
tank capacity several monitors are disabled. There
are diagnostics for the level circuit open and shorted.
REMOVAL
Remove fuel pump module. Refer to Fuel Pump
Module in this section.
(1) Depress retaining tab and remove the fuel
pump/level sensor connector from theBOTTOMof
the fuel pump module electrical connector (Fig. 2) .
NOTE: The pump module harness on TOP of flange
is not serviceable or removable.
(2) Pull off the locking wedge.
(3) Using a small screwdriver lift locking finger
away from terminal and push terminal out of connec-
tor (Fig. 3) .
(4) Push level sensor signal and ground terminals
out of the connector (Fig. 4) .
(5) Insert a screwdriver between the fuel pump
module and the top of the level sensor housing (Fig.
5) . Push level sensor down slightly.
(6) Slide level sensor wires through opening fuel
pump module (Fig. 6) .
(7) Slide level sensor out of installation channel in
module.
INSTALLATION
(1) Insert level sensor wires into bottom of opening
in module.
Fig. 2 Fuel Pump/Level Sensor Electrical Connector
1 - ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR
2 - RETAINING TAB
Fig. 3 Wire Terminal Locking Finger
1 - LOCKING FINGER
2 - WIRE TERMINAL
Fig. 4 Removing Wires From
1 - FUEL PUMP FEED (RED B+)
2 - LEVEL SENSOR SIGNAL
3 - LEVEL SENSOR GROUND
4 - FUEL PUMP GROUND (BK)
Fig. 5 Loosening Level Sensor
1 - LEVEL SENSOR
2 - PRY DOWN ON LEVEL SENSOR
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(2) Wrap wires into groove in back of level sensor
(Fig. 7) .
(3) While feeding wires into guide grooves, slide
level sensor up into channel until it snaps into place
(Fig. 8) . Ensure tab at bottom of sensor locks in
place.
(4) Install level sensor wires in connector. Push
the wires up through the connector and then pull
them down until they lock in place. Ensure signal
and ground wires are installed in the correct posi-
tion.
(5) Install locking wedge on connector.
(6) Push connector up into bottom of fuel pump
module electrical connector.
(7) Install fuel pump module. Refer to Fuel Pump
Module in this section.FUEL LINES
DESCRIPTION - FUEL LINES/HOSES AND
CLAMPS
Also refer to Quick-Connect Fittings.
WARNING: THE FUEL SYSTEM IS UNDER A CON-
STANT PRESSURE (EVEN WITH THE ENGINE OFF).
BEFORE SERVICING ANY FUEL SYSTEM HOSES,
FITTINGS OR LINES, THE FUEL SYSTEM PRES-
SURE MUST BE RELEASED. REFER TO THE FUEL
SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASE PROCEDURE IN
THIS GROUP.
The lines/tubes/hoses used on fuel injected vehicles
are of a special construction. This is due to the
higher fuel pressures and the possibility of contami-
nated fuel in this system. If it is necessary to replace
these lines/tubes/hoses, only those marked EFM/EFI
may be used.
If equipped:The hose clamps used to secure rub-
ber hoses on fuel injected vehicles are of a special
rolled edge construction. This construction is used to
prevent the edge of the clamp from cutting into the
hose. Only these rolled edge type clamps may be
used in this system. All other types of clamps may
cut into the hoses and cause high-pressure fuel leaks.
Use new original equipment type hose clamps.
STANDARD PROCEDURE - HOSES AND CLAMP
Inspect all hose connections (clamps and quick con-
nect fittings) for completeness and leaks. Replace
cracked, scuffed, or swelled hoses. Replace hoses that
rub against other vehicle components or show sign of
wear.
Fuel injected vehicles use specially constructed
hoses. When replacing hoses, only use hoses marked
EFM/EFI.
Fig. 6 Level Sensor Removal/Installation
1 - OPENING IN MODULE
2 - FUEL LEVEL SENSOR
Fig. 7 Groove in Back Side of Level Sensor
1 - WRAP WIRES IN GROOVE
2 - REAR VIEW OF LEVEL SENSOR
Fig. 8 Installation Channel
1 - CHANNEL FOR LEVEL SENSOR
2 - PUMP MODULE
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FUEL PUMP MODULE
DESCRIPTION
The fuel pump module is installed in the top of the
fuel tank (Fig. 10) .
The fuel pump module contains the following:
²Electric fuel pump
²Fuel pump reservoir
²Inlet strainer
²Fuel pressure regulator
²Fuel gauge sending unit
²Fuel supply line connection
The inlet strainer, fuel pressure regulator
and fuel level sensor are the only serviceable
items. If the fuel pump or electrical wiring har-
ness requires service, replace the fuel pump
module.
The electric fuel pump is located in and is part of
the fuel pump module. It is a positive displacement,
gerotor type, immersible pump with a permanent
magnet electric motor.
OPERATION
The pump draws fuel through a strainer and
pushes it through the motor to the outlet. The pump
contains one check valve. The check valve, in the
pump outlet, maintains pump pressure during engine
off conditions. The fuel pump relay provides voltage
to the fuel pump.
The fuel pump has a maximum deadheaded pres-
sure output of approximately 880 kPa (130 psi). The
regulator adjusts fuel system pressure to approxi-
mately 400 34 kPa (58 5 psi).
FUEL PUMP ELECTRICAL CONTROL
Voltage to operate the electric pump is supplied
through the fuel pump relay. For an electrical opera-
tional description of the fuel pump refer to fuel Pump
RelayÐPCM Output.
ELECTRICAL PUMP REPLACEMENT
The electric fuel pump is not serviceable. If the
fuel pump or electrical wiring harness needs replace-
ment, the complete fuel pump module must be
replaced. Perform the Fuel System Pressure Release
procedure before servicing the fuel pump.
REMOVAL
WARNING: RELEASE FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE
BEFORE SERVICING FUEL SYSTEM COMPONENTS.
SERVICE VEHICLES IN WELL VENTILATED AREAS
AND AVOID IGNITION SOURCES. NEVER SMOKE
WHILE SERVICING THE VEHICLE.
(1) Remove fuel filler cap and perform Fuel Sys-
tem Pressure Release procedure.
(2) Disconnect negative cable from auxiliary
jumper terminal.
(3) Drain fuel tank, refer to the Fuel Tank proce-
dure in the Fuel Delivery section.
(4) Remove fuel tank, refer to the Fuel Tank
removal section.
(5) Clean top of tank to remove loose dirt and
debris.
(6) Using a brass punch and hammer remove lock-
nut to release pump module (Fig. 11).
Fig. 10 Fuel Pump Module
1 - INLET STRAINER
2 - FUEL RESERVOIR
3 - FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR
4 - FUEL LEVEL SENSOR
Fig. 11 FUEL PUMP MODULE LOCKING RING
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FUEL INJECTION
OPERATION
OPERATION - INJECTION SYSTEM.......18
OPERATION - MODES OF OPERATION....18
FUEL CORRECTION or ADAPTIVE
MEMORIES..........................20
PROGRAMMABLE COMMUNICATIONS
INTERFACE (PCI) BUS.................21
SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS..................22
SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE............................22
SPECIAL TOOLS
FUEL...............................23
ACCELERATOR PEDAL
REMOVAL.............................23
INSTALLATION.........................24
CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR
DESCRIPTION.........................24
OPERATION...........................24
REMOVAL.............................25
INSTALLATION - 2.4L....................25
ENGINE SPEED SENSOR
DESCRIPTION.........................25
OPERATION...........................26
FUEL INJECTOR
DESCRIPTION.........................26
OPERATION...........................26
REMOVAL
REMOVAL - 2.4L......................26
REMOVAL - 3.3/3.8L...................27
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION - 2.4L..................27
INSTALLATION - 3.3/3.8L................27
FUEL PUMP RELAY
DESCRIPTION.........................28
OPERATION...........................28
IDLE AIR CONTROL MOTOR
DESCRIPTION.........................28
OPERATION...........................28
REMOVAL.............................29INSTALLATION.........................29
INLET AIR TEMPERATURE SENSOR
DESCRIPTION.........................29
OPERATION...........................29
MAP SENSOR
DESCRIPTION.........................30
OPERATION...........................30
REMOVAL
REMOVAL - 2.4L......................31
REMOVAL - 3.3/3.8L...................31
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION - 2.4L..................31
INSTALLATION - 3.3/3.8L................31
O2 SENSOR
DESCRIPTION.........................31
OPERATION...........................31
REMOVAL
REMOVAL - UPSTREAM 1/1 - 2.4L........33
REMOVAL - UPSTREAM 1/1 - 3.3/3.8L.....33
REMOVAL - DOWNSTREAM 1/2 - 2.4/3.3/
3.8L................................33
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION - UPSTREAM 1/1 - 2.4L.....33
INSTALLATION - UPSTREAM 1/1 - 3.3/3.8L . . 34
INSTALLATION DOWNSTREAM 2/1 -
2.4/3.3/3.8L..........................34
THROTTLE BODY
DESCRIPTION.........................34
OPERATION...........................34
REMOVAL.............................35
INSTALLATION.........................35
THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE
REMOVAL.............................35
INSTALLATION.........................35
THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR
DESCRIPTION.........................36
OPERATION...........................36
REMOVAL - 3.3/3.8L.....................36
INSTALLATION - 3.3/3.8L.................36
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