Intermittent Failures
The term "intermittent failure" means a system may
have had a failure, but it checks OK now. If the
malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) on the dash does not
come on, check for poor
Electronic Control System
The functions of the fuel and emission control systems are managed by the
powertrain control module (PCM).
Self-diagnosis
The PCM detects a failure of a signal from a sensor
1. Remove the engine assembly.
2. Remove the transmission.
3. Remove the drive plate.
4. Remove the oil pan.
5. Remove the oil pump.
6. Remove the cylinder head.
7. Remove the baffle plates.
8. Remove the 8 mm bolts.
9. Remove the bearing cap bolts. To prevent warpage,
unscrew the bolts in s
The automatic transmission is a combination of a 3-element torque converter
and triple-shaft electronically controlled
unit which provides 5 speeds forward and 1 reverse. The entire unit is
positioned in line with the engine.
Torque Converter, Gears, and Clutches
The torque converter consists of a