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11 SpecificationsEngine specifications
11242
Engine designation
B5244T5
B5254T2
Output
kW/rps
hp/rpm
191/92
257/5500
154/83
208/5000
Torque
Nm/rps
ft. lbs./rpm
330/42 – 87
258/2100 – 5000
320/25 – 75
236/1500 – 4500
No. of cylinders
5
5
Displacement (liter/cu.in.)
2.4/146.5
2.52/153.8
Bore (in./mm)
3.19/81
3.19/81
Stroke (in./mm)
3.67/93.2
3.67/93.2
Compression ratio
8.5:1
9.0:1
Charge air cooler (Intercooler)Turbocharged engines employ a turbo-com-
pressor to force air into the engine inlet mani-
fold and a charge air cooler to cool the
compressed inlet air. The resulting increase in
air flow raises pressure in the intake manifold
and increases engine power over that devel-
oped by the normally-aspirated engine. The
charge air cooler (which resembles a radiator)
is located between the turbo-compressor and
inlet manifold.
Fuel systemThe engine is equipped with a multiport fuel
injection system.
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11 SpecificationsElectrical system
11244
General information12-volt system with voltage controlled gener-
ator. Single wire system in which the chassis
and engine block are used as conductors,
grounded on the chassis.BatteryVoltage: 12 VVoltage
12 V
Cold start capacity
(CCA)
600 A
Reserve capacity
(RC)
120 min
Capacity (Ah)
70
If the battery must be replaced, replace it with
one with the same cold start capacity and
reserve capacity as the original (see the decal
on the battery).
WARNING
The distributor ignition system operates at
very high voltages. Special safety precau-
tions must be followed to prevent injury.
Always turn the ignition off when:
Replacing distributor ignition components
e.g. plugs, coil, etc.
Do not touch any part of the distributor igni-
tion system while the engine is running. This
may result in unintended movements and
body injury.
WARNING
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING!
Battery posts, terminals, and related acces-
sories contain lead and lead compounds,
chemicals known to the state of California
to cause cancer and reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.GeneratorMax. current: 140 AStarter motorPower: 1.4 kWSpark plugsP/N272313-8 or equivalent
Gap: 0.028 – 0.032 in. (0.7 – 0.8 mm)Tightening torque: 22 ft. lbs. (30 Nm)
Firing order: 1-2-4-5-3.
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11 Specifications
Three-way catalytic converter
11
245 Three-way catalytic converter –
general information
•
Keep your engine properly tuned. Certain
engine malfunctions, particularly involving
the electrical, fuel or distributor ignition
systems, may cause unusually high three-
way catalytic converter temperatures. Do
not continue to operate your vehicle if you
detect engine misfire, noticeable loss of
power or other unusual operating condi-
tions, such as engine overheating or back-
firing. A properly tuned engine will help
avoid malfunctions that could damage the
three-way catalytic converter.
•
Do not park your vehicle over combustible
materials, such as grass or leaves, which
can come into contact with the hot exhaust
system and cause such materials to ignite
under certain wind and weather condi-
tions.
•
Excessive starter cranking (in excess of
one minute), or an intermittently firing or
flooded engine can cause three-way cata-
lytic converter or exhaust system over-
heating.
Remember that tampering or unauthorized
modifications to the engine, the Electronic
Control Module, or the vehicle may be illegal
and can cause three-way catalytic converter or
exhaust system overheating. This includes:
•
Altering fuel injection setting or compo-
nents.
•
Altering emission system components or
location or removing components.
•
Repeated use of leaded fuel.NOTE
Unleaded fuel is required for vehicles with
three-way catalytic converters.
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DDefroster.................................................... 89
Detachable trailer hitch............................ 145
Dimensions.............................................. 236
Disabling the passenger's side front air-
bag............................................................. 25
Driving economically................................ 127
Driving through water..............................128
Dynamic Stability and Traction Control
(DSTC)...................................................... 138EEconomical driving..................................127
Electrical system...................................... 244
Emission inspection................................. 186
Engine
specifications...................................... 242
starting................................................ 124
Engine compartment............................... 189
Engine oil................................................. 190
FFederal Clean Air Act............................... 184
Front airbags.................................. 21, 22, 25
Front park assist...................................... 150
Front seats
folding backrests.................................. 94
manually operated................................ 94
power operated.................................... 94
Front suspension..................................... 246
Fuel.......................................................... 120
Fuel filler cap............................................ 122
Fuel filler door
opening manually...............................122
Fuel system.............................................. 242
Fuses.......................................................206GGasoline................................................... 120
Geartronic................................................ 132
manual shifting...................................132
Generator................................................. 244
Glove compartment................................. 101Grocery bag holder.................................. 103
Gross vehicle weight (GVW).................... 163
HHandling................................................... 128
Head restraints, rear seat........................103
Hoisting the car........................................ 187
Hood - opening........................................ 189IIgnition switch.......................................... 125
Immobilizer (start inhibitor)...................... 108
Inflatable Curtain........................................ 29
Inflation pressure, checking..................... 157
Inflation pressure table
Canadian models................................ 159
US models.......................................... 158
Inspection, preparing for......................... 186
Interior lighting........................................... 97