Possible MIL ON/EGR DTC Set/High Throttle Effort
NO: 18-10-96GROUP: Vehicle Performance
DATE: Mar. 15, 1996
SUBJECT:
EGR Monitor Fault/Idle Inconsistency/Increased Throttle Effort/Ticking Noise in Engine Compartment
MODELS:
995 (FJ) Avenger/Sebring/Talon
NOTE:
THIS BULLETIN APPLIES TO VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 2.0L DOHC (NON TURBO) ENGINE BUILT BEFORE JUNE 19, 1994 MDH (06-19-XX).
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
1. The Check Engine Light may be illuminated and Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) "EGR SYSTEM FAILURE" may be present in ambient temperatures below 32°F.
2. Cold start die out or below specified idle speed condition in cold ambient temperatures (20°F or lower) with diagnostic procedures leading to AIS motor replacement.
3. Increased effort required to move accelerator pedal from the idle position.
4. Ticking noise (at idle) from engine compartment. Condition is most noticeable in cold ambient temperatures (below 40°F).
DIAGNOSIS:
Using the Mopar Diagnostic System (MDS) or the Diagnostic Scan Tool (DRB III) with the appropriate Power Train Diagnostic Procedure Manual, verify all engine/transmission systems are functioning as designed. If Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC's) are present, record them on the repair order and repair as necessary before proceeding further with this bulletin. If no codes, or only DTC "EGR SYSTEM FAILURE" is present and all systems are functioning correctly, proceed with the following repair.
PARTS REQUIRED:
1 4882237 Powertrain Control Module - California (MTX)
1 4882238 Powertrain Control Module - Federal (MTX)
1 4882239 Powertrain Control Module - Fed/Cal (EATX)
1 4874833 Duty Cycle Purge Solenoid (If ticking noise is heard)
1 4275086 Authorized Modification Label
REPAIR PROCEDURE:
This repair involves replacing the powertrain control module. In addition, if the duty cycle purge solenoid was not replaced based on TSB 18-01-96 or is not encapsulated by a rubber boot, it should also be replaced.
1. Record all radio presets, disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
2. Replace the Powertrain Control Module with the appropriate part number listed in parts required section of this bulletin.
3. Connect the negative battery cable and set the radio presets recorded in step 1. Set the clock to the correct time.
NOTE:
THE FOLLOWING STEP IS REQUIRED BY LAW.
4. Type the necessary information on the Authorized Modification Label and attach the label near the VECI Label.
Duty Cycle Purge Solenoid Replacement (If Required)
1. Raise the vehicle on a hoist and remove the right front wheel and splash shield to gain access to the duty cycle purge solenoid.
2. Remove the purge solenoid from its bracket and install new solenoid P/N 4874833.
Note:
Be sure to connect the purge hoses properly to the new solenoid.
3. Install the splash shield and wheel.
POLICY: Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.
TIME ALLOWANCE:
Labor Operation No: Control Module Replace, Sebring/Avenger
08-19-44-92 0.9 Hrs.
Labor Operation No: Control Module Replace, Talon
08-19-44-93 0.8 Hrs.
Related Operation No: 25-01-40-92 Duty Cycle Purge Solenoid, Replace 0.4 Hrs.
FAILURE CODE: P8 - New Part