
²SCI Receive
²Speed Control
²Throttle Position Sensor
²Transmission Control Relay (Switched B+)
²Transmission Pressure Switches
²Transmission Temperature Sensor
²Transmission Input Shaft Speed Sensor
²Transmission Output Shaft Speed Sensor
²Transaxle Gear Engagement
²Vehicle Speed
NOTE: PCM Outputs:
²Air Conditioning Clutch Relay
²Automatic Shut Down (ASD) and Fuel Pump
Relays
²Data Link Connector (PCI and SCI Transmit)
²Double Start Override
²EGR Solenoid
²Fuel Injectors
²Generator Field
²High Speed Fan Relay
²Idle Air Control Motor
²Ignition Coils
²Leak Detection Pump
²Low Speed Fan Relay
²MTV Actuator
²Proportional Purge Solenoid
²SRV Valve
²Speed Control Relay
²Speed Control Vent Relay
²Speed Control Vacuum Relay
²8 Volt Output
²5 Volt Output
²Torque Reduction Request
²Transmission Control Relay
²Transmission Solenoids
²Vehicle Speed
Based on inputs it receives, the powertrain control
module (PCM) adjusts fuel injector pulse width, idle
speed, ignition timing, and canister purge operation.
The PCM regulates the cooling fans, air conditioning
and speed control systems. The PCM changes gener-
ator charge rate by adjusting the generator field.
The PCM adjusts injector pulse width (air-fuel
ratio) based on the following inputs.
²Battery Voltage
²Intake Air Temperature Sensor
²Engine Coolant Temperature
²Engine Speed (crankshaft position sensor)
²Exhaust Gas Oxygen Content (heated oxygen
sensors)
²Manifold Absolute Pressure
²Throttle Position
The PCM adjusts engine idle speed through the
idle air control motor based on the following inputs.
²Brake Switch²Engine Coolant Temperature
²Engine Speed (crankshaft position sensor)
²Park/Neutral
²Transaxle Gear Engagement
²Throttle Position
²Vehicle Speed
The PCM adjusts ignition timing based on the fol-
lowing inputs.
²Intake Air Temperature
²Engine Coolant Temperature
²Engine Speed (crankshaft position sensor)
²Knock Sensor
²Manifold Absolute Pressure
²Park/Neutral
²Transaxle Gear Engagement
²Throttle Position
The automatic shut down (ASD) and fuel pump
relays are mounted externally, but turned on and off
by the powertrain control module through the same
circuit.
The camshaft and crankshaft signals are sent to
the powertrain control module. If the PCM does not
receive both signals within approximately one second
of engine cranking, it deactivates the ASD and fuel
pump relays. When these relays are deactivated,
power is shut off to the fuel injectors, ignition coils,
fuel pump and the heating element in each oxygen
sensor.
The PCM contains a voltage converter that
changes battery voltage to a regulated 8.0 volts. The
8.0 volts power the camshaft position sensor, crank-
shaft position sensor and vehicle speed sensor. The
PCM also provides a 5.0 volts supply for the engine
coolant temperature sensor, intake air temperature
sensor, manifold absolute pressure sensor and throt-
tle position sensor.
The PCM engine control strategy prevents reduced
idle speeds until after the engine operates for 320 km
(200 miles). If the PCM is replaced after 320 km (200
miles) of usage, update the mileage in new PCM. Use
the DRBIIItscan tool to change the mileage in the
PCM. Refer to the appropriate Powertrain Diagnostic
Manual and the DRBIIItscan tool.
TRANSMISSION CONTROL
CLUTCH VOLUME INDEX (CVI)
An important function of the PCM is to monitor
Clutch Volume Index (CVI). CVIs represent the vol-
ume of fluid needed to compress a clutch pack.
The PCM monitors gear ratio changes by monitor-
ing the Input and Output Speed Sensors. The Input,
or Turbine Speed Sensor sends an electrical signal to
the PCM that represents input shaft rpm. The Out-
put Speed Sensor provides the PCM with output
shaft speed information.
8E - 12 ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULESRS
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (Continued)

By comparing the two inputs, the PCM can deter-
mine transaxle gear ratio. This is important to the
CVI calculation because the PCM determines CVIs
by monitoring how long it takes for a gear change to
occur (Fig. 10).
Gear ratios can be determined by using the DRB
Scan Tool and reading the Input/Output Speed Sen-
sor values in the ªMonitorsº display. Gear ratio can
be obtained by dividing the Input Speed Sensor value
by the Output Speed Sensor value.
For example, if the input shaft is rotating at 1000
rpm and the output shaft is rotating at 500 rpm,
then the PCM can determine that the gear ratio is
2:1. In direct drive (3rd gear), the gear ratio changes
to 1:1. The gear ratio changes as clutches are applied
and released. By monitoring the length of time it
takes for the gear ratio to change following a shift
request, the PCM can determine the volume of fluid
used to apply or release a friction element.
The volume of transmission fluid needed to apply
the friction elements are continuously updated for
adaptive controls. As friction material wears, the vol-
ume of fluid need to apply the element increases.
Certain mechanical problems within the clutch
assemblies (broken return springs, out of position
snap rings, excessive clutch pack clearance, improper
assembly, etc.) can cause inadequate or out-of-range
clutch volumes. Also, defective Input/Output Speed
Sensors and wiring can cause these conditions. The
following chart identifies the appropriate clutch vol-
umes and when they are monitored/updated:
CLUTCH VOLUMES
ClutchWhen Updated
Proper Clutch
Volume
Shift Sequence Oil Temperature Throttle Angle
L/R2-1 or 3-1 coast
downshift>70É <5É 35to83
2/4 1-2 shift
> 110É5 - 54É20 to 77
OD 2-3 shift 48 to 150
UD 4-3 or 4-2 shift > 5É 24 to 70
SHIFT SCHEDULES
As mentioned earlier, the PCM has programming
that allows it to select a variety of shift schedules.
Shift schedule selection is dependent on the follow-
ing:
²Shift lever position
²Throttle position²Engine load
²Fluid temperature
²Software level
As driving conditions change, the PCM appropri-
ately adjusts the shift schedule. Refer to the follow-
ing chart to determine the appropriate operation
expected, depending on driving conditions.
Fig. 10 Example of CVI Calculation
1 - OUTPUT SPEED SENSOR
2 - OUTPUT SHAFT
3 - CLUTCH PACK
4 - SEPARATOR PLATE
5 - FRICTION DISCS
6 - INPUT SHAFT
7 - INPUT SPEED SENSOR
8 - PISTON AND SEAL
RSELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULES8E-13
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (Continued)

Service replacement clocksprings are shipped pre-
centered and with a molded plastic shield that snaps
onto the rotor over the release button. The release
button secures the centered clockspring rotor to the
clockspring case and the shield prevents the release
button from being inadvertently depressed during
shipment and handling, but the shield must be
removed from the clockspring after it is installed on
the steering column (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/RE-
STRAINTS/CLOCKSPRING - STANDARD PROCE-
DURE).
The clockspring cannot be repaired. If the clock-
spring is faulty, damaged, or if the driver airbag has
been deployed, the clockspring must be replaced.
OPERATION
The clockspring is a mechanical electrical circuit
component that is used to provide continuous electri-
cal continuity between the fixed instrument panel
wire harness and the electrical components mounted
on or in the rotating steering wheel. The rotating
electrical components include the driver airbag, the
horn switch, the speed control switches, and the
remote radio switches, if the vehicle is so equipped.
The clockspring case is positioned and secured to the
upper steering column housing near the top of the
steering column. The connector receptacles on the
tail of the clockspring case connect the clockspring to
the vehicle electrical system through two connectors
from the instrument panel wire harness.
The clockspring rotor is movable and is keyed by
the tower formation that is molded onto the upper
surface of the rotor hub to an opening that is cast
into the steering wheel armature. Rubber bumper
blocks on either side of the clockspring tower forma-
tion eliminate contact noise between the clockspring
tower and the steering wheel. The lobe of the turn
signal cancel cam on the lower surface of the clock-
spring rotor hub contacts a turn signal cancel actua-
tor of the multi-function switch to provide automatic
turn signal cancellation. The yellow or black-sleeved
pigtail wires on the upper surface of the clockspring
rotor connect the clockspring to the driver airbag,
while a steering wheel wire harness connects the
connector receptacle on the upper surface of the
clockspring rotor to the horn switch and, if the vehi-
cle is so equipped, to the optional speed control
switches and remote radio switches on the steering
wheel.
The clockspring tape has travel limits and can be
damaged by being wound too tightly during full stop-
to-stop steering wheel rotation. To prevent this from
occurring, the clockspring is centered when it is
installed on the steering column. Centering the clock-
spring indexes the clockspring tape to the movable
steering components so that the tape can operatewithin its designed travel limits. However, if the
clockspring is removed from the steering column or if
the steering shaft is disconnected from the steering
gear, the clockspring spool can change position rela-
tive to the movable steering components and must be
re-centered following completion of the service or the
tape may be damaged (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
RESTRAINTS/CLOCKSPRING - STANDARD PRO-
CEDURE).
Service replacement clocksprings are shipped pre-
centered and with a plastic shield installed over the
clockspring release button. This shield should not be
removed and the release button should not be
depressed until the clockspring has been installed on
the steering column. If the release button is
depressed before the clockspring is installed on a
steering column, the clockspring centering procedure
must be performed (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/RE-
STRAINTS/CLOCKSPRING - STANDARD PROCE-
DURE).
STANDARD PROCEDURE - CLOCKSPRING
CENTERING
If the rotating tape (wire coil) in the clockspring is
not positioned properly with the steering wheel and
the front wheels, the clockspring may fail. The fol-
lowing procedure MUST BE USED to center the
clockspring if it is not known to be properly posi-
tioned, or if the front wheels were moved from the
straight ahead position.
(1) Position steering wheel and front wheels
straight ahead.
(2) Release hood latch and open hood.
(3) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
(4) Wait two minutes for the system reserve capac-
itor to discharge before beginning any airbag compo-
nent service.
(5) Remove driver airbag from steering wheel
(Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/RESTRAINTS/DRIVER
AIRBAG - REMOVAL).
(6) Disconnect wire connectors from back of driver
airbag.
(7) Disconnect the 2±way connector from remote
radio control harness (if equipped).
(8) Disconnect the 4±way harness connector from
the speed control (if equipped)/horn harness to the
clockspring.
(9) Remove steering wheel (Refer to 19 - STEER-
ING/COLUMN/STEERING WHEEL - REMOVAL).
(10) Rotate the clockspring rotor clockwise until
the rotor stops. Do not apply excessive force.
(11) From the end of travel, rotate the rotor two
turns counterclockwise until the wires end up at the
top.
RSRESTRAINTS8O-11
CLOCKSPRING (Continued)

8W-02 COMPONENT INDEX
Component Page
A/C Compressor Clutch................. 8W-42
A/C Compressor Clutch Relay............ 8W-42
A/C Pressure Sensor................... 8W-42
A/C-Heater Control.................... 8W-42
Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor......... 8W-30
Accessory Relay....................... 8W-10
Adjustable Pedals Motor................ 8W-56
Adjustable Pedals Relay................ 8W-56
Adjustable Pedals Sensor............... 8W-56
Adjustable Pedals Switch............... 8W-56
Airbag.............................. 8W-43
Airbag On/Off Indicator Lamp............ 8W-43
Airbag Squibs........................ 8W-43
Ambient Temperature Sensor............ 8W-49
Amplifier............................ 8W-47
Antenna............................ 8W-47
ATC Remote Sensor.................... 8W-42
Auto Shut Down Relay................. 8W-30
Auto Temp Control.................... 8W-42
B-Pillar Switches...................... 8W-61
Back-Up Lamp Switch.................. 8W-51
Battery............................. 8W-20
Battery Temperature Sensor............. 8W-20
Belt Tension Sensor.................... 8W-43
Blend Door Actuators.................. 8W-42
Blower Motors........................ 8W-42
Blower Motor Relays................... 8W-42
Blower Motor Resistor.................. 8W-42
Body Control Module................... 8W-45
Boost Pressure Sensor.................. 8W-30
Brake Fluid Level Switch............... 8W-35
Brake Lamp Switch................. 8W-30, 51
Brake Transmission Shift Interlock
Solenoid........................... 8W-31
Cabin Heater Assist................... 8W-30
Camshaft Position Sensor............... 8W-30
CD Changer......................... 8W-47
Center High Mounted Stop Lamp......... 8W-51
Cinch/Release Motors.................. 8W-61
Clockspring.............. 8W-30, 33, 41, 43, 47
Clutch Pedal Interlock Switch............ 8W-21
Clutch Pedal Upstop Switch............. 8W-30
Controller Antilock Brake............... 8W-35
Crank Case Ventilation Heater........... 8W-30
Crankshaft Position Sensor.............. 8W-30
Cylinder Lock Switches................. 8W-39
Data Link Connector................... 8W-18
Defogger Relay....................... 8W-48
Door Ajar Switches.................... 8W-39
Door Courtesy Lamps.................. 8W-44
Door Lock Motor/Ajar Switches........... 8W-61
Door Lock Switches.................... 8W-61Component Page
Dosing Pump......................... 8W-30
DVD Screen.......................... 8W-47
DVD/CD Changer..................... 8W-47
ECM/PCM Relay...................... 8W-30
EGR Solenoid........................ 8W-30
Electronic Control Unit................. 8W-64
Engine Control Module................. 8W-30
Engine Coolant Temp Sensor............. 8W-30
Engine Oil Pressure Sensor.............. 8W-30
Engine Oil Pressure Switch.............. 8W-30
EVAP/Purge Solenoid.................. 8W-30
Evaporator Temperature Sensor.......... 8W-42
Floor Console Lamp................... 8W-44
Fog Lamps.......................... 8W-50
Folding Mirror Relay................... 8W-62
Front Blower Module.................. 8W-42
Front Cigar Lighter.................... 8W-41
Front Control Module.................. 8W-10
Front Fog Lamp Relay................. 8W-50
Front Intrusion Sensor................. 8W-39
Front Reading Lamps/Switch............ 8W-44
Front Wiper High/Low Relay............. 8W-53
Front Wiper On/Off Relay............... 8W-53
Fuel Heater.......................... 8W-30
Fuel Heater Relay..................... 8W-30
Fuel Injectors........................ 8W-30
Fuel Pressure Sensor.................. 8W-30
Fuel Pressure Solenoid................. 8W-30
Fuel Pump Module.................... 8W-30
Fuel Pump Relay...................... 8W-30
Full Open Switches.................... 8W-61
Fuselink............................ 8W-10
Fuses............................... 8W-10
Generator........................... 8W-20
Glow Plug Relay...................... 8W-30
Glow Plugs.......................... 8W-30
Grounds............................ 8W-15
Hands Free Module................. 8W-47, 55
Headlamp Leveling Motors.............. 8W-50
Headlamp Switch..................... 8W-50
Headlamp Washer Pump Motor.......... 8W-53
Headlamp Washer Relay................ 8W-53
Headlamps.......................... 8W-50
Heated Seat Backs.................... 8W-63
Heated Seat Cushions.................. 8W-63
Heated Seat Modules.................. 8W-63
High Beam Lamps..................... 8W-50
High Note Horn....................... 8W-41
Hood Ajar Switch..................... 8W-39
Horn Relay.......................... 8W-41
Horn Switch......................... 8W-41
Idle Air Control Motor.................. 8W-30
RS8W-02 COMPONENT INDEX8W-02-1

Component Page
C311 (3 Zone HVAC/Side Airbag)....... 8W-80-39
C312 (Side Airbag).................. 8W-80-40
C312 (Except Side Airbag)............ 8W-80-40
C312 (Except Side Airbag)............ 8W-80-41
C312 (Side Airbag).................. 8W-80-41
C313 (Rear Console)................. 8W-80-42
C313 (Rear Console)................. 8W-80-42
C314............................. 8W-80-42
C314............................. 8W-80-43
C315 (Power Liftgate)................ 8W-80-43
C315 (Power Liftgate)................ 8W-80-43
C316 (Power Sliding Door)............ 8W-80-44
C316 (Power Sliding Door)............ 8W-80-44
C317 (Power Sliding Door)............ 8W-80-44
C317 (Power Sliding Door)............ 8W-80-45
C318 (Trailer Tow).................. 8W-80-45
C318 (Trailer Tow).................. 8W-80-45
C319 (Trailer Tow).................. 8W-80-46
C319 (Trailer Tow).................. 8W-80-46
C320............................. 8W-80-46
C320............................. 8W-80-46
C321............................. 8W-80-47
C321............................. 8W-80-47
C322 (Memory)..................... 8W-80-47
C322 (Memory)..................... 8W-80-48
C324 (Manual Sliding Door)........... 8W-80-48
C324 (Manual Sliding Door)........... 8W-80-48
C325 (Manual Sliding Door)........... 8W-80-49
C325 (Manual Sliding Door)........... 8W-80-49
C328 (Sunroof)..................... 8W-80-49
C328 (Sunroof)..................... 8W-80-49
C329 (Diesel)...................... 8W-80-50
C329 (Diesel)...................... 8W-80-50
C330 (Diesel)...................... 8W-80-50
C330 (Diesel)...................... 8W-80-50
C331 (Diesel)...................... 8W-80-51
C331 (Diesel)...................... 8W-80-51
C332 (3 Zone ATC).................. 8W-80-51
C332 (3 Zone ATC).................. 8W-80-51
C333 (Except Export/Except Memory) . . . 8W-80-52
C333 (Except Export/Except Memory) . . . 8W-80-52
C334............................. 8W-80-52
C334............................. 8W-80-52
C335 (Fold-In-Floor)................. 8W-80-53
C335 (Fold-In-Floor)................. 8W-80-53
Cabin Heater Assist C1 (Diesel)........ 8W-80-53
Cabin Heater Assist C2 (Diesel)........ 8W-80-53
Camshaft Position Sensor (Diesel)...... 8W-80-53
Camshaft Position Sensor (Gas)........ 8W-80-54
CD Changer....................... 8W-80-54
Center High Mounted Stop Lamp....... 8W-80-54
Clockspring C1..................... 8W-80-54
Clockspring C2..................... 8W-80-55
Clockspring C3..................... 8W-80-55Component Page
Clockspring C4 (Remote Audio)........ 8W-80-55
Clutch Pedal Interlock Switch (MTX).... 8W-80-55
Clutch Pedal Upstop Switch (Diesel).... 8W-80-56
Controller Antilock Brake............. 8W-80-56
Crank Case Ventilation Heater (Diesel) . . 8W-80-57
Crankshaft Position Sensor (Diesel)..... 8W-80-57
Crankshaft Position Sensor (Gas)....... 8W-80-57
Data Link Connector................ 8W-80-57
Dosing Pump (Diesel)................ 8W-80-58
Driver Airbag Squib 1................ 8W-80-58
Driver Airbag Squib 2................ 8W-80-58
Driver Blend Door Actuator........... 8W-80-58
Driver Door Courtesy Lamp (Luxury/
Export)......................... 8W-80-59
Driver Door Lock Switch............. 8W-80-59
Driver Heated Seat Back............. 8W-80-59
Driver Heated Seat Cushion........... 8W-80-59
Driver Heated Seat Module C1......... 8W-80-59
Driver Heated Seat Module C2......... 8W-80-60
Driver Heated Seat Module C3......... 8W-80-60
Driver Knee Blocker
Airbag Squib (LHD)............... 8W-80-60
Driver Power Seat Front Riser Motor.... 8W-80-60
Driver Power Seat Front Riser Position
Sensor......................... 8W-80-61
Driver Power Seat Horizontal Motor.... 8W-80-61
Driver Power Seat Horizontal Position
Sensor......................... 8W-80-61
Driver Power Seat Rear Riser Motor.... 8W-80-61
Driver Power Seat Rear Riser Position
Sensor......................... 8W-80-62
Driver Power Seat Recliner Motor...... 8W-80-62
Driver Power Seat Recliner Position
Sensor......................... 8W-80-62
Driver Power Seat Switch............ 8W-80-62
Driver Power Window Motor.......... 8W-80-63
Driver Power Window Switch
(LHD Except Lowline)............. 8W-80-63
Driver Power Window Switch (LHD
Lowline)........................ 8W-80-63
Driver Power Window Switch (RHD).... 8W-80-64
Driver Seat Belt Switch.............. 8W-80-64
Driver Seat Belt Tensioner............ 8W-80-64
DVD Screen....................... 8W-80-65
DVD/CD Changer C1................ 8W-80-65
DVD/CD Changer C2................ 8W-80-65
EGR Solenoid (3.3L)................. 8W-80-66
EGR Solenoid (Diesel)............... 8W-80-66
Engine Control Module C1 (Diesel)..... 8W-80-66
Engine Control Module C2 (Diesel)..... 8W-80-68
Engine Coolant Temp Sensor (Diesel).... 8W-80-69
Engine Coolant Temp Sensor (Gas)..... 8W-80-69
Engine Oil Pressure Sensor (Diesel)..... 8W-80-69
Engine Oil Pressure Switch (Gas)...... 8W-80-69
EVAP/Purge Solenoid (Gas)........... 8W-80-70
8W - 80 - 2 8W-80 CONNECTOR PIN-OUTSRS

INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION - CYLINDER HEAD ON.....33
INSTALLATION - CYLINDER HEAD OFF....33
HYDRAULIC LASH ADJUSTERS
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - HYDRAULIC
LASH ADJUSTER NOISE DIAGNOSIS......34
REMOVAL.............................35
INSTALLATION.........................35
ROCKER ARMS
REMOVAL.............................35
INSPECTION..........................35
INSTALLATION.........................35
ENGINE BLOCK
DESCRIPTION.........................36
STANDARD PROCEDURE - CYLINDER BORE
HONING............................36
CLEANING............................37
INSPECTION..........................37
CRANKSHAFT
STANDARD PROCEDURE - CRANKSHAFT
ENDPLAY ...........................37
REMOVAL - CRANKSHAFT................37
INSPECTION..........................38
INSTALLATION - CRANKSHAFT............39
CRANKSHAFT OIL SEAL - FRONT
REMOVAL.............................41
INSTALLATION.........................42
CRANKSHAFT OIL SEAL - REAR
REMOVAL.............................42
INSTALLATION.........................42
PISTON & CONNECTING ROD
DESCRIPTION.........................44
STANDARD PROCEDURE - PISTON TO
CYLINDER BORE FITTING..............44
REMOVAL.............................44
INSTALLATION.........................45
CONNECTING ROD BEARINGS
STANDARD PROCEDURE
CONNECTING ROD - FITTING...........46
PISTON RINGS
STANDARD PROCEDURE
PISTON RING - FITTING................47
REMOVAL.............................47
INSTALLATION.........................47
VIBRATION DAMPER
REMOVAL.............................48
INSTALLATION.........................49
STRUCTURAL COLLAR
REMOVAL.............................49
INSTALLATION.........................49
ENGINE MOUNTING
DESCRIPTION.........................50
FRONT MOUNT
REMOVAL.............................50
INSTALLATION.........................50
LEFT MOUNT
REMOVAL.............................50INSTALLATION.........................50
REAR MOUNT
REMOVAL.............................51
INSTALLATION.........................52
RIGHT MOUNT
REMOVAL.............................52
INSTALLATION.........................52
LUBRICATION
DESCRIPTION.........................53
OPERATION...........................53
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - CHECKING
ENGINE OIL PRESSURE................53
OIL
STANDARD PROCEDURE
ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK.............54
STANDARD PROCEDURE - ENGINE OIL
AND FILTER CHANGE..................54
OIL FILTER
DESCRIPTION.........................54
REMOVAL.............................54
INSTALLATION.........................54
OIL PAN
REMOVAL.............................55
INSTALLATION.........................55
OIL PRESSURE SWITCH
REMOVAL.............................56
INSTALLATION.........................56
OIL PUMP
REMOVAL.............................56
DISASSEMBLY.........................57
CLEANING............................57
INSPECTION..........................58
ASSEMBLY............................58
INSTALLATION.........................59
INTAKE MANIFOLD
DESCRIPTION.........................60
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - INTAKE
MANIFOLD LEAKS.....................60
INTAKE MANIFOLD - UPPER
REMOVAL.............................60
INSPECTION..........................61
INSTALLATION.........................61
INTAKE MANIFOLD - LOWER
REMOVAL.............................62
INSPECTION..........................62
INSTALLATION.........................62
EXHAUST MANIFOLD
REMOVAL.............................63
CLEANING............................63
INSPECTION..........................63
INSTALLATION.........................63
TIMING BELT COVER(S)
REMOVAL.............................63
INSTALLATION.........................64
TIMING BELT AND SPROCKET(S)
REMOVAL
REMOVAL - TIMING BELT...............65
9 - 2 ENGINE 2.4LRS

DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - ENGINE DIAGNOSIS - MECHANICAL
CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTION
NOISY VALVES 1. High or low oil level in
crankcase.1. Check and correct engine oil
level.
2. Thin or diluted oil. 2. Change oil to correct viscosity.
3. Thick oil 3. (a) Change engine oil and filter.
(b) Run engine to operating
temperature.
(c) Change engine oil and filter
again.
4. Low oil pressure. 4. Check and correct engine oil
pressure problem.
5. Dirt in hydraulic lifters/lash
adjusters.5. Replace hydraulic lifters/lash
adjusters.
6. Worn rocker arms. 6. Inspect oil supply to rocker arms.
7. Worn hydraulic lifters/lash
adjusters.7. Replace hydraulic lifters/lash
adjusters.
8. Worn valve guides. 8. Replace cylinder head assembly.
9. Excessive runout of valve seats
on valve faces.9. Grind valve seats and valves.
CONNECTING ROD NOISE 1. Insufficient oil supply. 1. Check engine oil level.
2. Low oil pressure. 2. Check engine oil level. Inspect oil
pump relief valve and spring.
3. Thin or diluted oil. 3. Change oil to correct viscosity.
4. Thick oil 4. (a) Change engine oil and filter.
(b) Run engine to operating
temperature.
(c) Change engine oil and filter
again.
5. Excessive bearing clearance. 5. Measure bearings for correct
clearance. Repair as necessary.
6. Connecting rod journal
out-of-round.6. Replace crankshaft or grind
surface.
7. Misaligned connecting rods. 7. Replace bent connecting rods.
9 - 6 ENGINE 2.4LRS
ENGINE 2.4L (Continued)

CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTION
MAIN BEARING NOISE 1. Insufficient oil supply. 1. Check engine oil level.
2. Low oil pressure. 2. Check engine oil level. Inspect oil
pump relief valve and spring.
3. Thin or diluted oil. 3. Change oil to correct viscosity.
4. Thick oil 4. (a) Change engine oil and filter.
(b) Run engine to operating
temperature.
(c) Change engine oil and filter
again.
5. Excessive bearing clearance. 5. Measure bearings for correct
clearance. Repair as necessary.
6. Excessive end play. 6. Check thrust bearing for wear on
flanges.
7. Crankshaft journal out-of-round
or worn.7. Replace crankshaft or grind
journals.
8. Loose flywheel or torque
converter.8. Tighten to correct torque.
OIL PRESSURE DROP 1. Low oil level. 1. Check engine oil level.
2. Faulty oil pressure sensor/switch. 2. Replace oil pressure sensor/
switch.
3. Low oil pressure. 3. Check oil pressure sensor/switch
and main bearing oil clearance.
4. Clogged oil filter. 4. Install new oil filter.
5. Worn parts in oil pump. 5. Replace worn parts or pump.
6. Thin or diluted oil. 6. Change oil to correct viscosity.
7. Oil pump relief valve stuck. 7. Remove valve and inspect, clean,
or replace.
8. Oil pump suction tube loose. 8. Remove oil pan and install new
tube or clean, if necessary.
9. Oil pump cover warped or
cracked.9. Install new oil pump.
10. Excessive bearing clearance. 10. Measure bearings for correct
clearance.
OIL LEAKS 1. Misaligned or deteriorated
gaskets.1. Replace gasket(s).
2. Loose fastener, broken or porous
metal part.2. Tighten, repair or replace the
part.
3. Misaligned or deteriorated cup or
threaded plug.3. Replace as necessary.
RSENGINE 2.4L9-7
ENGINE 2.4L (Continued)