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ENGINE - 3.7L - SERVICE INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION ............................. 2180
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - ENGINE
DIAGNOSIS - INTRODUCTION............. 2180
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - ENGINE
DIAGNOSIS - PERFORMANCE............. 2181
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - ENGINE
DIAGNOSIS - MECHANICAL............... 2183
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - ENGINE
DIAGNOSIS - LUBRICATION............... 2183
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - CYLINDER
COMPRESSION PRESSURE............... 2185
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - CYLINDER
COMBUSTION PRESSURE LEAKAGE...... 2185
STANDARD PROCEDURE
STANDARD PROCEDURE - REPAIR
DAMAGED OR WORN THREADS.......... 2186
STANDARD PROCEDURE - FORM-IN-
PLACE GASKETS AND SEALERS.......... 2186
STANDARD PROCEDURE - ENGINE
GASKET SURFACE PREPARATION........ 2187
REMOVAL ................................. 2188
INSTALLATION ............................. 2192
SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS - 3.7L ENGINE .......... 2195
TORQUE ................................. 2199
SPECIAL TOOLS ........................... 2202
ELEMENT - AIR CLEANER
REMOVAL ................................. 2206
INSTALLATION ............................. 2207
HEAD-CYLINDER-LEFT
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - CYLINDER HEAD
GASKET . . ............................... 2208
REMOVAL ................................. 2208
INSTALLATION ............................. 2211
CAMSHAFT
DESCRIPTION ............................. 2214
REMOVAL ................................. 2214
INSTALLATION ............................. 2215
COVER-CYLINDER HEAD
DESCRIPTION ............................. 2217
REMOVAL ................................. 2217
INSTALLATION ............................. 2218
VALVES & SEATS - INTAKE/EXHAUST
DESCRIPTION ............................. 2219
STANDARD PROCEDURE - REFACING ....... 2219
REMOVAL ................................. 2220
INSTALLATION ............................. 2221
ARM-VALVE ROCKER
DESCRIPTION ............................. 2222REMOVAL ................................. 2222
INSTALLATION ............................. 2222
SEALS-VALVE GUIDE
DESCRIPTION ............................. 2224
SPRINGS-VALVE
DESCRIPTION ............................. 2225
REMOVAL ................................. 2225
INSTALLATION ............................. 2225
HEAD-CYLINDER-RIGHT
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - HYDRAULIC
LASH ADJUSTER ......................... 2227
REMOVAL
REMOVAL RIGHT CYLINDER HEAD ........ 2227
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION RIGHT CYLINDER HEAD . . . 2230
CAMSHAFT
DESCRIPTION ............................. 2234
REMOVAL ................................. 2234
INSTALLATION ............................. 2237
COVER - CYLINDER HEAD
REMOVAL ................................. 2239
INSTALLATION ............................. 2239
ROCKER ARM - VALVE
DESCRIPTION ............................. 2240
REMOVAL ................................. 2240
SEALS - VALVE GUIDE
DESCRIPTION ............................. 2241
SPRINGS - VALVE
DESCRIPTION ............................. 2242
REMOVAL ................................. 2242
INSTALLATION ............................. 2242
BLOCK-ENGINE
DESCRIPTION ............................. 2244
STANDARD PROCEDURE - CYLINDER BORE
HONING ................................. 2244
CLEANING ................................. 2244
INSPECTION............................... 2245
CRANKSHAFT
DESCRIPTION ............................. 2246
REMOVAL ................................. 2247
INSPECTION............................... 2248
INSTALLATION ............................. 2248
BEARINGS-CRANKSHAFT MAIN
STANDARD PROCEDURE
MAIN BEARING FITTING.................. 2251
SEAL-CRANKSHAFT OIL-FRONT
REMOVAL ................................. 2253
INSTALLATION ............................. 2254
SEAL-CRANKSHAFT OIL-REAR
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - REAR SEAL
AREA LEAKS ............................. 2255
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 -
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. Replace as necessary.
5. Worn rocker arms. 5. Replace as necessary.
6. Worn lash adjusters 6. 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. (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/CYLINDER
HEAD/INTAKE/EXHAUST VALVES
& SEATS - STANDARD
PROCEDURE)
CONNECTING ROD NOISE 1. Insufficient oil supply. 1. (Refer to LUBRICATION&
MAINTENANCE -
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 -
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
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - ENGINE DIAGNOSIS - LUBRICATION
CONDITION POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTION
OIL PUMPING AT RINGS; SPARK
PLUGS FOULING1. Worn or damaged rings. 1. Hone cylinder bores and replace
rings.
2. Carbon in oil ring slots. 2. Replace rings (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/ENGINE BLOCK/PISTON
RINGS - STANDARD
PROCEDURE).
3. Incorrect ring size installed. 3. Replace rings (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/ENGINE BLOCK/PISTON
RINGS - STANDARD
PROCEDURE).
4. Worn valve guides. 4. Ream guides and replace valves
(Refer to 9 - ENGINE/CYLINDER
HEAD/INTAKE/EXHAUST VALVES
& SEATS - STANDARD
PROCEDURE).
5. Leaking valve guide seals. 5. Replace valve guide seals.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - CYLINDER COMPRESSION PRESSURE
The results of a cylinder compressionpressure test can be utilized to diagnose several engine malfunctions.
Ensurethebatteryiscompletelychargedandtheenginestartermotorisingood operating condition. Otherwise the
indicated compression pressures may not be valid for diagnosis purposes.
1. Clean the spark plug recesses with compressed air.
2. Remove the spark plugs.
3. Disable the fuel system (Refer to 14 - FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL DELIVERY - DESCRIPTION).
4. Remove the ASD relay (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/IGNITION CONTROL/AUTO SHUTDOWNRELAY-
REMOVAL).
5. Insert a compression pressure gauge and rotate the engine with the engine starter motor for three revolutions.
6. Record the compression pressure on the 3rd revolution. Continue the test for the remaining cylinders.
7. (Refer to 9 - ENGINE - SPECIFICATIONS) for the correct engine compression pressures.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - CYLINDERCOMBUSTION PRESSURE LEAKAGE
The combustion pressure leakage test provides an accurate means for determining engine condition.
Combustion pressure leakage testing will detect:
Exhaust and intake valve leaks (improper seating).
Leaks between adjacent cylinders or into water jacket.
Any causes for combustion/compression pressure loss.
1. Check the coolant level and fill as required. DO NOT install the radiatorcap.
2. Start and operate the engine until it attains normal operating temperature, then turn the engine OFF.
3. Remove the spark plugs.
4. Remove the oil filler cap.
5. Remove the air cleaner hose.
6. Calibrate the tester according to the manufacturer’s instructions. The shop air source for testing should maintain
483 kPa (70 psi) minimum, 1,379 kPa (200 psi) maximum and 552 kPa (80 psi) recommended.
7. Perform the test procedures on each cylinder according to the tester manufacturer’s instructions. Set piston of
cylinder to be tested at TDC compression,While testing, listen for pressurized air escaping through the throttle
body, tailpipe and oil filler cap opening. Check for bubbles in the radiator coolant.
All gauge pressure indications should be equal, with no more than 25% leakage.
FOR EXAMPLE:At 552 kPa (80 psi) input pressure, a minimum of 414 kPa (60 psi) should be maintained in the
cylinder.
2. Position the new cylinder head gasket on the locat-
ing dowels.
CAUTION: When installing cylinder head, use care
not damage the tensioner arm or the guide arm.
3. Position the cylinder head onto the cylinder block.
Make sure the cylinder head seats fully over the
locating dowels.
NOTE: The four smaller cylinder head mounting
bolts require sealant to be added to them before
installing. Failure to do so may cause leaks.
4. Lubricate the cylinder head bolt threads with clean
engine oil and install the eight M11 bolts.
5. Coat the four M8 cylinder head bolts withMopar
Lock and Seal Adhesivethen install the bolts.
NOTE: The cylinder head bolts are tightened using
an angle torque procedure, however, the bolts are
not a torque-to-yield design.
6. Tighten the bolts in sequence using the following steps and torque values:
Step 1: Tighten bolts 1-8, 27 Nꞏm (20 ft. lbs.).
Step 2: Verify that bolts 1-8, all reached 27 Nꞏm (20 ft. lbs.), by repeatingstep 1 without loosening the bolts.
Tightenbolts9thru12to14Nꞏm(10ft.lbs.).
Step 3: Tighten bolts 1-8, 90 degrees.
Step 4: Tighten bolts 1-8, 90 degrees, again. Tighten bolts 9-12, 26 Nꞏm (19ft. lbs.)
7. Position the secondary chain onto the camshaft drive gear, making sure one marked chain link is on either side
of the V6 mark on the gear then using Special Tool 8428 Camshaft Wrench, position the gear onto the camshaft.
CAUTION: Remove excess oil from camshaft sprocket retaining bolt before reinstalling bolt. Failure to do so
may cause over-torqueing of bolt resulting in bolt failure.
8. Install the camshaft drive gear retaining bolt.
9. Install the left side secondary chain guide (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/VALVE TIMING/TIMING BELT/CHAIN AND
SPROCKETS - INSTALLATION).
10. Install the cylinder head access plug.
11. Re-set and install the left side secondary chain tensioner (Refer to 9 -ENGINE/VALVE TIMING/TIMING BELT/
CHAIN AND SPROCKETS - INSTALLATION).
12. Remove Special Tool 8429.
13. Install the timing chain cover (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/VALVE TIMING/TIMING BELT / CHAIN COVER(S) -
INSTALLATION).
14. Install the crankshaft damper (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/ENGINE BLOCK/VIBRATION DAMPER - INSTALLATION).
Tighten damper bolt 175 Nꞏm (130 Ft. Lbs.).
15. Install the power steering pump.
16. Install the fan blade assembly and fan shroud (Refer to 7 - COOLING/ENGINE/RADIATOR FAN - INSTALLA-
TION).
17. Install the cylinder head cover (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/CYLINDER HEAD/CYLINDER HEAD COVER(S) - INSTAL-
LATION).
18. Install the master cylinder and booster assembly (Refer to 5 - BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/POWER
BRAKE BOOSTER - INSTALLATION).
19. Install the intake manifold (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/MANIFOLDS/INTAKE MANIFOLD - INSTALLATION).
20. Refill the cooling system (Refer to 7 - COOLING - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
VALVES & SEATS - INTAKE/EXHAUST
DESCRIPTION
The valves are made of heat resistant steel and have chrome plated stems to prevent scuffing. Each valve is actu-
ated by a roller rocker arm which pivots on a stationary lash adjuster. All valves use three bead lock keepers to
retain the springs and promote valve rotation.
STANDARD PROCEDURE - REFACING
NOTE: Valve seats that are worn or burned can be
reworked, provided that correct angle and seat
width are maintained. Otherwise the cylinder head
must be replaced.
NOTE: When refacing valves (4) and valve seats, it
is important that the correct size valve guide pilot
be used for reseating stones. A true and complete
surface must be obtained.
1. Using a suitable dial indicator measure the center
of the valve seat. Total run out must not exceed
0.051 mm (0.002 in).
2. Apply a small amount of Prussian blue to the valve
seat, insert the valve into the cylinder head, while
applying light pressure on the valve rotate the
valve. Remove the valve and examine the valve
face. If the blue is transferred below the top edge
of the valve face, lower the valve seat using a 15
degree stone. If the blue is transferred to the bot-
tom edge of the valve face, raise the valve seat
using a 65 degree stone.
3. When the seat is properly positioned the width of the intake seat must be 1.75 - 2.36 mm (0.0689 - 0.0928 in.)
and the exhaust seat must be 1.71 - 2.32 mm (0.0673 - 0.0911 in.).
4. Check the valve spring (6) installed height after refacing the valve andseat. The installed height for both intake
and exhaust valve springs must not exceed 40.74 mm (1.6039 in.).
5. The valve seat and valve face must maintain a face angle of 44.5 - 45 ° angle.
2. Position the new cylinder head gasket on the locat-
ing dowels.
CAUTION: When installing cylinder head, use care
not damage the tensioner arm or the guide arm.
3. Position the cylinder head onto the cylinder block.
Make sure the cylinder head seats fully over the
locating dowels.
NOTE: The four M8 cylinder head mounting bolts
(1) require sealant to be added to them before
installing. Failure to do so may cause leaks.
4. Lubricate the cylinder head bolt threads with clean
engine oil and install the eight M10 bolts.
5. Coat the four M8 cylinder head bolts withMopar
Lock and Seal Adhesivethen install the bolts.
NOTE: The cylinder head bolts are tightened using
an angle torque procedure, however, the bolts are
not a torque-to-yield design.
6. Tighten the bolts in sequence using the following steps and torque values:
Step 1: Tighten bolts 1-8, 27 Nꞏm (20 ft. lbs.).
Step 2: Verify that bolts 1-8, all reached 27 Nꞏm (20 ft. lbs.), by repeatingstep 1 without loosening the bolts.
Tightenbolts9thru12to14Nꞏm(10ft.lbs.).
Step 3: Tighten bolts 1-8, 90 °.
Step 4: Tighten bolts 1-8, 90 °, again. Tighten bolts 9-12, 26 Nꞏm (19 ft. lbs.)
INSTALLATION
1. Lubricate the crankshaft flange with engine oil.
2. Position the magnetic seal guide Special Tool
8349-2 onto the crankshaft rear face. Then position
the crankshaft rear oil seal (1) onto the guide (2).
3. Using Special Tools 8349 Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal
Installer (2) and C-4171 Driver Handle (3), with a
hammer, tap the seal (1) into place. Continue to
tap on the driver handle until the seal installer
seats against the cylinder block crankshaft bore.
4. Install the flexplate.
5. Install the transmission.
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ENGINE - 4.7L - SERVICE INFORMATION
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - ENGINE
DIAGNOSIS - PERFORMANCE............. 2316
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - ENGINE
DIAGNOSIS - MECHANICAL............... 2318
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - CYLINDER
COMPRESSION PRESSURE............... 2318
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - CYLINDER
COMBUSTION PRESSURE LEAKAGE...... 2319
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - ENGINE
DIAGNOSIS - INTRODUCTION............. 2320
STANDARD PROCEDURE
STANDARD PROCEDURE - REPAIR
DAMAGED OR WORN THREADS.......... 2320
STANDARD PROCEDURE - FORM-IN-
PLACE GASKETS AND SEALERS.......... 2320
REMOVAL ................................. 2321
INSTALLATION ............................. 2327
SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS - 4.7L ENGINE .......... 2331
TORQUE ................................. 2336
SPECIAL TOOLS
4.7L ENGINE ............................. 2338
ELEMENT - AIR CLEANER
REMOVAL ................................. 2342
INSTALLATION ............................. 2343
CYLINDER HEAD
DESCRIPTION
DESCRIPTION - CYLINDER HEAD ......... 2344
DESCRIPTION - VALVE GUIDES ........... 2344
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
CYLINDER HEAD GASKET................ 2344
REMOVAL
REMOVAL - LEFT CYLINDER HEAD ........ 2345
REMOVAL - RIGHT CYLINDER HEAD ...... 2348
CLEANING ................................. 2350
INSPECTION ............................... 2350
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION - LEFT CYLINDER HEAD . . . 2351
INSTALLATION - RIGHT CYLINDER HEAD . . 2353
CAMSHAFT - LEFT
DESCRIPTION ............................. 2357
REMOVAL ................................. 2357
INSTALLATION ............................. 2359
CAMSHAFT - RIGHT
DESCRIPTION ............................. 2362
REMOVAL ................................. 2362
INSTALLATION ............................. 2365
COVER - CYLINDER HEAD
DESCRIPTION ............................. 2369REMOVAL
REMOVAL - RIGHT SIDE .................. 2369
REMOVAL - LEFT SIDE ................... 2369
CLEANING ................................. 2369
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION - RIGHT SIDE .............. 2370
INSTALLATION - LEFT SIDE ............... 2370
VALVES & SEATS - INTAKE/EXHAUST
DESCRIPTION ............................. 2371
REMOVAL ................................. 2371
INSTALLATION ............................. 2372
ROCKER ARM - VALVE
DESCRIPTION ............................. 2374
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - HYDRAULIC
LASH ADJUSTER ......................... 2374
REMOVAL ................................. 2374
INSTALLATION ............................. 2375
SPRINGS-VALVE
DESCRIPTION ............................. 2376
REMOVAL ................................. 2376
INSTALLATION ............................. 2377
SEALS-VALVE GUIDE
DESCRIPTION ............................. 2378
ENGINE BLOCK
DESCRIPTION ............................. 2379
STANDARD PROCEDURE - CYLINDER BORE
HONING ................................. 2379
CLEANING ................................. 2379
INSPECTION............................... 2380
BEARINGS - CONNECTING ROD
STANDARD PROCEDURE - CONNECTING
ROD BEARING FITTING ................... 2381
PLUGS - CORE
REMOVAL ................................. 2384
INSTALLATION ............................. 2384
CRANKSHAFT
DESCRIPTION ............................. 2385
REMOVAL ................................. 2385
INSPECTION............................... 2386
INSTALLATION ............................. 2386
BEARINGS - CRANKSHAFT MAIN
STANDARD PROCEDURE - CRANKSHAFT
MAIN BEARING - FITTING ................. 2389
INSPECTION............................... 2390
SEAL - CRANKSHAFT OIL - FRONT
REMOVAL ................................. 2391
INSTALLATION ............................. 2392
SEAL - CRANKSHAFT OIL - REAR
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - REAR SEAL
AREA LEAKS . ............................ 2393
REMOVAL ................................. 2393