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3.1L L82 (Code M) Engine 3.8L L27 (Code L) Engine When you decide it cools down. 5-16 Coolant Recovery Tank B. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. Electric Engine Fan An electric fan under the hood can starteven up when the engineis not running and can injure you ' I1 see: A. If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling, don't do anything else until it 's safe to lift the hood, here's what you . Radiator Pressure Cap C.
3.1L L82 (Code M) Engine 3.8L L27 (Code L) Engine When you decide it cools down. 5-16 Coolant Recovery Tank B. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. Electric Engine Fan An electric fan under the hood can starteven up when the engineis not running and can injure you ' I1 see: A. If the coolant inside the coolant recovery tank is boiling, don't do anything else until it 's safe to lift the hood, here's what you . Radiator Pressure Cap C.
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It is located on the thermostat bypass tube. 3.8L V6 (VIN Code L27): There is one bleed valve. After the engine cools, open the coolant air bleed valve or valves. 3.8L L27 (Code L) Engine 3.1L L82 ((lode M) Engine 3.1L V6 (VTN Code M): There are two bleed valves. The other is located on the thermostat housing. One is located on the thermostat housing. 3.
It is located on the thermostat bypass tube. 3.8L V6 (VIN Code L27): There is one bleed valve. After the engine cools, open the coolant air bleed valve or valves. 3.8L L27 (Code L) Engine 3.1L L82 ((lode M) Engine 3.1L V6 (VTN Code M): There are two bleed valves. The other is located on the thermostat housing. One is located on the thermostat housing. 3.
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T r off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to un If drain back into the oil pan. Remove it back in all the way. you don't, the oil dipstick might not show the actual level. c 3.1L L82 (Code M) Engine The engine oil dipstick handle is the yellow loop near the frontof the engine. 3.8L L27 (Code L) Engine To Check Engine Oil Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then push it again, keeping the tip down, and check the level.
T r off the engine and give the oil a few minutes to un If drain back into the oil pan. Remove it back in all the way. you don't, the oil dipstick might not show the actual level. c 3.1L L82 (Code M) Engine The engine oil dipstick handle is the yellow loop near the frontof the engine. 3.8L L27 (Code L) Engine To Check Engine Oil Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towel or cloth, then push it again, keeping the tip down, and check the level.
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... add some oil. But you 're through. 6-9 Push the dipstick all the way back in the Index. so much If your engine could be damaged. 3.1L L82 (Code M) Engine 3.8L L27 (Code L) Engine Just fill it enough to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range. When to Add Oil If the oil...
... add some oil. But you 're through. 6-9 Push the dipstick all the way back in the Index. so much If your engine could be damaged. 3.1L L82 (Code M) Engine 3.8L L27 (Code L) Engine Just fill it enough to put the level somewhere in the proper operating range. When to Add Oil If the oil...
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...---7 0---18 SAE 1OW-30 PREFERRE0 above 0°F SALSW-30 (-18OC) COLD WEATHER DO NOT USE SAE 2OW-50 ANY OTHER OR GRADE OIL NOT RECOMMENDED 3.8L L27 (Code L) Engine 6-11 RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS FOR BESTFUELECONOMYANDCOLDSTARTING,SELECTTHELOWEST SAL VISCOSITY GRADE OIL FOR THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE. -
...---7 0---18 SAE 1OW-30 PREFERRE0 above 0°F SALSW-30 (-18OC) COLD WEATHER DO NOT USE SAE 2OW-50 ANY OTHER OR GRADE OIL NOT RECOMMENDED 3.8L L27 (Code L) Engine 6-11 RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY GRADE ENGINE OILS FOR BESTFUELECONOMYANDCOLDSTARTING,SELECTTHELOWEST SAL VISCOSITY GRADE OIL FOR THE EXPECTED TEMPERATURE RANGE. -
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...Fluid NOTICE: Your radiator capis a 15 psi (105 kPa) pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage on the dipstick. 6-20 Replace the cap and completely tighten it. When you replace your radiator pressure cap, an AC@ cap is... temperature is recommended. When you replace your thermostat, an AC@thermostat is recommended. 3.1L L82 (Code M) Engine 3.8L L27 (Code L) Engine How To Check Power Steering Fluid When the engine compartment is cool, unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck. ...
...Fluid NOTICE: Your radiator capis a 15 psi (105 kPa) pressure-type cap and must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss and possible engine damage on the dipstick. 6-20 Replace the cap and completely tighten it. When you replace your radiator pressure cap, an AC@ cap is... temperature is recommended. When you replace your thermostat, an AC@thermostat is recommended. 3.1L L82 (Code M) Engine 3.8L L27 (Code L) Engine How To Check Power Steering Fluid When the engine compartment is cool, unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with the overflow tube on the radiator filler neck. ...
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Have the system inspected and repaired. 6-21 If the fluid is at the ADD mark, you should add fluid. 3.8L L27 (Code L) Engine When the engine compartment is hot, the level should be at the C mark. When it 's cold,the level should be at the H mark. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. 3.1L L82 (Code M) Engine When the engine compartment is hot, the levelshould be at the FULL COLD mark. When it 's cold, the level should add fluid. If the fluid is at the ADD mark, you should be at the HOT mark.
Have the system inspected and repaired. 6-21 If the fluid is at the ADD mark, you should add fluid. 3.8L L27 (Code L) Engine When the engine compartment is hot, the level should be at the C mark. When it 's cold,the level should be at the H mark. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. 3.1L L82 (Code M) Engine When the engine compartment is hot, the levelshould be at the FULL COLD mark. When it 's cold, the level should add fluid. If the fluid is at the ADD mark, you should be at the HOT mark.
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... more fluid muy be needed. Cooling System Including Reservoir 3. IL (Code M) ...11.6 quarts (10.93 L) 3.8L (Code L) ...10.7 quarts (10.1 L) Engine Specifications ...Type ...Displacement ...Compression Ratio ...Firing Order ...ThermostatTemperature ...ValveArrangement ...Refrigerant (R-l34a), Air Conditioning* ...2.0 pounds (0.91 kg) Engine Crankcase Oil and Filter Change ...5 quarts (4.7 L) FuelTank ...17.1 gallons(64.7 L) *See "Air Conditioning Rejrigerunts" later...
... more fluid muy be needed. Cooling System Including Reservoir 3. IL (Code M) ...11.6 quarts (10.93 L) 3.8L (Code L) ...10.7 quarts (10.1 L) Engine Specifications ...Type ...Displacement ...Compression Ratio ...Firing Order ...ThermostatTemperature ...ValveArrangement ...Refrigerant (R-l34a), Air Conditioning* ...2.0 pounds (0.91 kg) Engine Crankcase Oil and Filter Change ...5 quarts (4.7 L) FuelTank ...17.1 gallons(64.7 L) *See "Air Conditioning Rejrigerunts" later...
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Normal Maintenance ReplacementParts Air Cleaner Filter AllEngines ...A1208C Battery 3.1L (Code M) ...525 CCA 3.8L (Code L) ...690 CCA Engine Oil Filter AllEngines ...PF47 PCV Valve All Engines ...CV892C Radiator Cap All Engines ...RC27 Spark Plugs 3.1 L (Code M) ...mR44LTSM6 Gap: 0.060" ( 1.52 mm) 3-8L(CodeL) ...41-601 Gap: 0.060" (1.52 m m ) Dimensions Exterior Length 2-Door Models ...193.6" (4 917 mm) 4-Door...
Normal Maintenance ReplacementParts Air Cleaner Filter AllEngines ...A1208C Battery 3.1L (Code M) ...525 CCA 3.8L (Code L) ...690 CCA Engine Oil Filter AllEngines ...PF47 PCV Valve All Engines ...CV892C Radiator Cap All Engines ...RC27 Spark Plugs 3.1 L (Code M) ...mR44LTSM6 Gap: 0.060" ( 1.52 mm) 3-8L(CodeL) ...41-601 Gap: 0.060" (1.52 m m ) Dimensions Exterior Length 2-Door Models ...193.6" (4 917 mm) 4-Door...