(5) Connect the MAP sensor electrical connector.
(6) Connect the brake booster and LDP vacuum
hose to intake manifold (Fig. 117).CAUTION: The special screws used for attaching
the EGR tube and power steering reservoir to the
manifold must be installed slowly using hand tools
only. This requirement is to prevent the melting of
material that causes stripped threads. If threads
become stripped, an oversize repair screw is avail-
able. For more information and procedure (Refer to
9 - ENGINE/MANIFOLDS/INTAKE MANIFOLD - STAN-
DARD PROCEDURE - MANIFOLD STRIPPED
THREAD REPAIR).
(7) Install the power steering reservoir (Fig. 116).
Tighten screws to manifold to 5.6 N´m (50 in. lbs.).
(8) Connect throttle and speed control cables to
throttle body (Refer to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL
INJECTION/THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE -
INSTALLATION)
(9) Attach make up air hose clip into the hole in
the throttle cable bracket.
(10) Connect the wiring connectors to the throttle
position sensor (TPS) and Automatic Idle Speed (AIS)
motor.
(11) Install air cleaner and air inlet hose assembly.
(12) Connect the inlet air temperature (IAT) sen-
sor electrical connector.
(13) Connect battery negative cable.
INTAKE MANIFOLD - LOWER
REMOVAL - LOWER INTAKE MANIFOLD
(1) Perform fuel system pressure release procedure
(before attempting any repairs).(Refer to 14 -
FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL DELIVERY - STANDARD
PROCEDURE)
(2) Drain the cooling system. (Refer to 7 - COOL-
ING - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
(3) Remove the upper intake manifold. (Refer to 9
- ENGINE/MANIFOLDS/INTAKE MANIFOLD -
REMOVAL)
(4) Remove the fuel line. (Refer to 14 - FUEL SYS-
TEM/FUEL DELIVERY/FUEL LINES - STANDARD
PROCEDURE) (Refer to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL
DELIVERY/QUICK CONNECT FITTING - STAN-
DARD PROCEDURE)
(5) Remove ignition coil and bracket (Fig. 120).
(6) Disconnect heater supply hose and engine cool-
ant temperature sensor (Fig. 121).
(7) Disconnect the fuel injector wire harness.
(8) Remove the fuel injectors and rail assembly
(Fig. 120).
(9) Remove radiator upper hose.
(10) Remove the intake manifold bolts.
(11) Remove lower intake manifold (Fig. 122).
Fig. 118 INTAKE MANIFOLD - UPPER
1 - BOLT
2 - MAP SENSOR
3 - SCREW
4 - MANIFOLD - UPPER
5 - WIRE HARNESS
6 - GASKET (3 PER CYL. BANK)
Fig. 119 UPPER MANIFOLD TIGHTENING
SEQUENCE
9 - 150 ENGINE 3.3/3.8LRS
INTAKE MANIFOLD - UPPER (Continued)
WARNING: INTAKE MANIFOLD GASKET IS MADE
OF VERY THIN METAL AND MAY CAUSE PER-
SONAL INJURY, HANDLE WITH CARE.
(12) Remove intake manifold seal retainers screws
(Fig. 122). Remove intake manifold gasket.
(13) Inspect and clean manifold. (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/MANIFOLDS/INTAKE MANIFOLD -
INSPECTION) (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/MANIFOLDS/
INTAKE MANIFOLD - CLEANING)
CLEANING
(1) Discard gasket(s).
(2) Clean all sealing surfaces.
INSPECTION
Check for:
²Damage and cracks of each section.
²Clogged water passages in end cross-overs (if
equipped).²Check for cylinder head mounting surface distor-
tion using a straightedge and thickness gauge. (Refer
to 9 - ENGINE/CYLINDER HEAD - INSPECTION)
INSTALLATION - LOWER INTAKE MANIFOLD
(1) Place a bead (approximately 1/4 in. diameter)
of MopartEngine RTV GEN II onto each of thefour
manifold to cylinder head gasket corners (Fig. 123).
(2) Carefully install the new intake manifold gas-
ket (Fig. 122). Tighten end seal retainer screws to 12
N´m (105 in. lbs.).
(3) Install lower intake manifold (Fig. 122). Install
the bolts and torque to 1 N´m (10 in. lbs.). Then
torque bolts to 22 N´m (200 in. lbs.) in sequence
shown in (Fig. 124). Then torque again to 22 N´m
(200 in. lbs.). After intake manifold is in place,
inspect to make sure seals are in place.
(4) Install the fuel injectors and rail assembly.
(Refer to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL DELIVERY/
FUEL RAIL - INSTALLATION)
(5) Connect fuel injector electrical harness.
(6) Connect the engine coolant temperature sensor
(Fig. 121).
(7) Connect the heater supply (Fig. 121) and radi-
ator upper hoses to manifold.
(8) Connect the fuel line. (Refer to 14 - FUEL SYS-
TEM/FUEL DELIVERY/QUICK CONNECT FIT-
TING - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
Fig. 120 FUEL RAIL AND IGNITION COIL &
BRACKET
1 - FUEL RAIL
2 - BOLT - FUEL RAIL
3 - NUT - IGNITION COIL
4 - BOLT - IGNITION COIL
5 - IGNITION COIL
6 - BRACKET - IGNITION COIL
7 - STUD - IGNITION COIL
8 - SEPARATOR - SPARK PLUG CABLE
9 - BRACKET - SPARK PLUG CABLE SEPARATOR
10 - BOLT - SEPARATOR BRACKET
11 - BRACKET - SPARK PLUG CABLE SEPARATOR
Fig. 121 ECT SENSOR & HEATER SUPPLY
1 - ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR
2 - CONNECTOR - ENGINE COOLANT SENSOR
3 - FITTING - HEATER SUPPLY
RSENGINE 3.3/3.8L9 - 151
INTAKE MANIFOLD - LOWER (Continued)
(9) Install crankshaft vibration damper. (Refer to 9
- ENGINE/ENGINE BLOCK/VIBRATION DAMPER -
INSTALLATION)
(10) Install engine mount bracket (Fig. 137) and
tighten M10 to 54 N´m (40 ft. lbs.), M8 bolt to 28
N´m (21 ft. lb. lbs.).
(11) Install idler pulley on engine mount bracket
(Fig. 137).
(12) Install right side engine mount. (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/ENGINE MOUNTING/RIGHT MOUNT -
INSTALLATION)
(13) Install camshaft position sensor (Refer to 8 -
ELECTRICAL/IGNITION CONTROL/CAMSHAFT
POSITION SENSOR - INSTALLATION).
(14) Connect the heater return hose at rear of tim-
ing chain cover (Fig. 135) or at water pump inlet
tube (if engine oil cooler equipped) (Fig. 136).
(15) Connect the radiator lower hose.
(16) Install A/C compressor.
Fig. 139 Timing Chain Cover and Gasket
1 - GASKET
2 - TIMING CHAIN COVER
Fig. 140 TIMING CHAIN COVER BOLT LOCATIONS
1 - BOLT - M8 x 1.25 x 95 4 - BOLT - M8 x 1.25 x 80
2 - BOLT - M10 x 1.5 x 100 5 - BOLT - M8 x 1.25 x 45
3 - BOLT - M10 x 1.5 x 85
9 - 158 ENGINE 3.3/3.8LRS
TIMING CHAIN COVER (Continued)
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - EXCESSIVE EXHAUST SYSTEM NOISE
CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTION
EXCESSIVE EXHAUST NOISE
(UNDER HOOD)1. Exhaust manifold cracked or
broken.1. Replace manifold.
2. Manifold to cylinder head leak. 2. Tighten manifold and/or replace
gasket.
3. EGR Valve to manifold gasket
leakage.3. Tighten fasteners or replace
gasket.
4. EGR Valve to EGR tube gasket
leakage.4. Tighten fasteners or replace
gasket.
5. EGR tube to manifold tube
leakage.5. Tighten tube nut.
6. Exhaust flex-joint to manifold
leak.6. Tighten joint fasteners and/or
replace gasket.
7. Exhaust flex-joint. 7. Replace catalytic converter
assembly.
8. Pipe and shell noise from front
exhaust pipe.8. Characteristic of single wall pipe.
EXCESSIVE EXHAUST NOISE 1. Leak at exhaust pipe joints. 1. Tighten clamps at leaking joints.
2. Burned or rusted out muffler
assembly or exhaust pipe.2. Replace muffler resonator tailpipe
assembly or exhaust pipe with
catalytic converter assembly.
3. Burned or rusted out resonator. 3. Replace muffler resonator tailpipe
assembly.
4. Restriction in exhaust system. 4. Perform Exhaust System
Restriction Check. Replace
component as necessary.
5. Converter material in muffler. 5. Replace muffler and converter
assemblies. Check fuel injection and
ignition systems for proper
operation.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - EXHAUST SYSTEM
RESTRICTION CHECK
Exhaust system restriction can be checked by mea-
suring back pressure using the DRB IIItand PEP
module pressure tester.
WARNING: THE NORMAL OPERATING TEMPERA-
TURE OF THE EXHAUST SYSTEM IS VERY HIGH.
THEREFORE, NEVER WORK AROUND OR ATTEMPT
TO SERVICE ANY PART OF THE EXHAUST SYSTEM
UNTIL IT IS COOLED. SPECIAL CARE SHOULD BE
TAKEN WHEN WORKING NEAR THE CATALYTIC
CONVERTER. THE TEMPERATURE OF THE CON-
VERTER RISES TO A HIGH LEVEL AFTER A SHORT
PERIOD OF ENGINE OPERATION TIME.NOTE: For Special Tool identification, (Refer to 11 -
EXHAUST SYSTEM - SPECIAL TOOLS).
(1) Disconnect and remove the upstream (before
catalytic converter) oxygen sensor. (Refer to 14 -
FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL INJECTION/O2 SENSOR -
REMOVAL)
(2) Install the Exhaust Back Pressure Fitting
Adaptor CH8519.
(3) Connect the Low Pressure Sensor (15 psi)
CH7063 to the back pressure fitting.
(4) Following the PEP module instruction manual,
connect all required cables to the DRB IIItand PEP
module. Select the available menu options on the
DRBIIItdisplay screen for using the digital pressure
gauge function.
11 - 2 EXHAUST SYSTEMRS
EXHAUST SYSTEM (Continued)
INSPECTION
WARNING: THE NORMAL OPERATING TEMPERA-
TURE OF THE EXHAUST SYSTEM IS VERY HIGH.
THEREFORE, NEVER ATTEMPT TO SERVICE ANY
PART OF THE EXHAUST SYSTEM UNTIL IT IS
COOLED. SPECIAL CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN
WHEN WORKING NEAR THE CATALYTIC CON-
VERTER. THE TEMPERATURE OF THE CONVERTER
RISES TO A HIGH LEVEL AFTER A SHORT PERIOD
OF ENGINE OPERATION TIME.
Check catalytic converter for a flow restriction.
(Refer to 11 - EXHAUST SYSTEM - DIAGNOSIS
AND TESTING) Exhaust System Restriction Check
for procedure.
Visually inspect the catalytic converter element by
using a borescope or equivalent. Remove oxygen sen-
sor(s) and insert borescope. If borescope is not avail-
able, remove converter and inspect element using a
flashlight. Inspect element for cracked or melted sub-
strate.
NOTE: Before replacing a catalytic converter, deter-
mine the root cause of failure. Most catalytic con-
verter failures are caused by air, fuel or ignition
problems. (Refer to Appropriate Diagnostic Informa-
tion) for test procedures.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position new gasket onto the manifold flange
and install catalytic converter (Fig. 5). Tighten fas-
teners to 37 N´m (325 in. lbs.).
NOTE: Be careful not to twist or kink the oxygen
sensor wires.
(2) Install (if removed) and connect the down-
stream oxygen sensor (Fig. 4).
(3) Install the muffler/resonator assembly. (Refer
to 11 - EXHAUST SYSTEM/MUFFLER - INSTALLA-
TION)
(4) Start the engine and inspect for exhaust leaks.
Repair exhaust leaks as necessary.
(5) Check the exhaust system for contact with the
body panels. Make the necessary adjustments, if
needed.
CROSS-OVER PIPE - 3.3/3.8L
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect negative cable from battery.
(2) Remove the fasteners attaching the left bank
manifold connection to cross-over pipe (Fig. 6).
(3) Raise vehicle and remove the left front wheel.(4) Access the lower right bank pipe connection
fastener through the left front wheel opening using a
long ratchet extension. Loosen and remove the lower
fastener.
(5) Remove the upper right bank pipe connection
fastener by accessing though the catalytic converter
floor pan tunnel.
(6) Lower the vehicle.
(7) Remove the cross-over pipe (Fig. 6).
(8) Remove gaskets and discard (Fig. 6).
INSTALLATION
(1) Position cross-over pipe to the manifold connec-
tions (Fig. 6).
(2) Position new gasket on left bank (front) pipe
connection and loosely install fasteners (Fig. 6).
(3) Raise the vehicle.
(4) Position new gasket on the right bank pipe con-
nection and install fasteners.
(5) Tighten right bank upper fastener to 41 N´m
(30 ft. lbs.).
(6) Tighten right bank lower fastener to 41 N´m
(30 ft. lbs.) using a long ratchet extension accessing
through the left wheel opening.
(7) Install the left front wheel and lower vehicle.
(8) Tighten the left bank pipe connection fasteners
to 41 N´m (30 ft. lbs.) (Fig. 6).
(9) Start the engine and inspect for exhaust leaks.
Repair exhaust leaks as necessary.
(10) Check the exhaust system for contact with the
body panels. Make the necessary adjustments, if
needed.
Fig. 6 CROSS-OVER PIPE
1 - CROSS-OVER PIPE
2 - BOLT
3 - GASKET
4 - FLAG NUT
11 - 6 EXHAUST SYSTEMRS
CATALYTIC CONVERTER (Continued)
FUEL DELIVERY
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 Powertrain Control Mod-
ule (PCM) controls the operation 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 DRBIIItscan 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. THIS MAY
RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
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. Check the O-ring and make
sure that it is in place and not damaged. Attach end
of special test hose tool number 6539 at fuel line con-
nection from the body line. Position opposite end of
this hose tool to an approved gasoline draining sta-
tion. Activate fuel pump and drain tank until empty.
When done remove the special test hose tool number
6539 from the body line. Remove the plastic retainer
from the special test hose tool number 6539 and rein-
stall it into the fuel line from the body. Check the
O-ring and make sure that it is in place and not
damaged. 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.
14 - 2 FUEL DELIVERYRS
(6) Open fuel fill door and remove screws mount-
ing fuel filler tube assembly to body. Do not discon-
nect rubber fuel fill or vent hoses from tank at this
time.
(7) Place a transmission jack under center of fuel
tank. Apply a slight amount of pressure to fuel tank
with transmission jack.
(8) Remove fuel tank mounting straps.
(9)Lower the tank just enough so that the
filler tube fitting is the highest point of the fuel
tank.
(10) Remove filler tube from fuel tank. Tank will
be drained through this fitting.
NOTE: WRAP SHOP TOWELS AROUND HOSES TO
CATCH ANY GASOLINE SPILLAGE.
(11) Drain fuel tank into holding tank or a prop-
erly labeledGasolinesafety container.
WARNING: GASOLINE OR GASOLINE VAPORS ARE
HIGHLY FLAMMABLE. A FIRE COULD OCCUR IF AN
IGNITION SOURCE IS PRESENT. NEVER DRAIN OR
STORE GASOLINE OR DIESEL FUEL IN AN OPEN
CONTAINER, DUE TO THE POSSIBILITY OF FIRE
OR EXPLOSION. THIS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL
INJURY OR DEATH.
(12) If fuel pump module removal is necessary,
refer to Fuel Pump Module Removal/Installation in
this section.
STANDARD PROCEDURE - FUEL PRESSURE
GAUGE
This gauge package (special tool #8974) (Fig. 1)is
designed to check the injectors or fuel pump for leak
down conditions and fuel system pressures. Refer to
the Powertrain Diagnostic Manual for more informa-
tion on the operation of this tool.
(1) Preform the fuel pressure release procedure,
refer to the Fuel Pressure release procedure in this
section.(2) Find a fuel line quick connect fitting that is
accessible and install special tool #8974.
(3) Refer to the Powertrain Diagnostic Manual for
the proper operation of this gauge package.
(4) Preform the fuel pressure release procedure,
refer to the Fuel Pressure release procedure in this
section.
(5) Remove gauge from fuel system and reconnect
fuel lines.
(6) Use the DRBIIItto pressurize the fuel system
to check for leaks
Fig. 1 FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE TESTER #8978
1 - GAUGES
2 - HANGER
3 - RELEASE TOOL
4 - DRAIN HOSE
5 - DRAIN HOSE VALVE
6 - SHUT-OFF VALVE
RSFUEL DELIVERY14-3
FUEL DELIVERY (Continued)
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
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. 13).
Fig. 12 FUEL PUMP MODULE Ð NON FOLD-IN-
FLOOR
1 - INLET STRAINER
2 - FUEL RESERVOIR
3 - FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR
4 - FUEL LEVEL SENSOR
5 - FILTER
6 - GROUND STRAPS
Fig. 13 FUEL PUMP MODULE LOCKING RING
RSFUEL DELIVERY14-9
FUEL PUMP MODULE (Continued)