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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Chrysler LHS AUTOMOBILES

Automatic Temperature Control Systems Diagnosis & Testing -> Concorde, Intrepid, LHS, New Yorker & Vision -> Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Component Testing -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation -> In-Car Temperature Sensor -> Sun Sensor -> System Testing -> Using ATC Control Head -> Using Scan Tool
Vehicle: 1997 Chrysler LHS 3.5 V6 GAS

System diagnosis and testing information was not available from manufacturer at the time of printing.

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes
Using Scan Tool

Connect a DRB II or equivalent scan tool to the vehicle's Data Link Connector (DLC), the DLC is located under the lefthand side of the instrument panel, right of the steering column. After connecting the scan tool, refer to Fig. to access the climate control system diagnostics.

Using ATC Control Head

The ATC control head can only be used to enter diagnostic mode and display the Diagnostic T...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Chrysler LHS AUTOMOBILES

Power Brake Units -> Description -> Operation -> System
Vehicle: 1997 Chrysler LHS 3.5 V6 GAS

System

These units are of the vacuum suspended type. Some units are of the single diaphragm type, Fig. , while others are of the tandem diaphragm type, Fig. . Both single piston and double piston or split system type master cylinders are used.

The vacuum suspended diaphragm type units utilize engine manifold vacuum and atmospheric pressure for its power. It consists of three basic elements combined into a single power unit. The three basic elements of the single diaphragm type are:

  • A vacuum power section which includes a front and rear shell, a power diaphragm, a return spring and a pu...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Chrysler LHS AUTOMOBILES

DaimlerChrysler/AMC/Eagle Passenger Cars -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> 1993-97 Concorde, Intrepid, LHS, New Yorker, Vision & 300M -> Fuel System Pressure Relief -> Removal & Installation
Vehicle: 1997 Chrysler LHS 3.5 V6 GAS

Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.

Prior to disconnecting fuel lines, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental spray of fuel.

After the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal driveability symptoms may occur. The vehicle may need to be driven while it relearns its adaptive strategy.

Fuel System Pressure Relief

  • Disconnect the ground cable fro...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Chrysler LHS AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Chrysler LHS 3.5 V6 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove front wheel and tire assembly from vehicle.
  • Remove front caliper assembly from front steering knuckle assembly.
  • Remove front braking disk (rotor) from hub, by pulling it straight off wheel mounting studs.
  • Remove speed sensor cable routing bracket from strut assembly.
  • Remove hub and bearing to stub axle retaining nut.
  • Install a puller, Special Tool 6790 or equivalent, on hub and bearing assembly, using wheel lug nuts to secure it in place.
  • Install a wheel lug nut on wheel stud to protect threads on stud. Install a flat blade pry tool to keep hub ...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Chrysler LHS AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Chrysler LHS 3.5 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Loosen lower mounting bolt.
  • Loosen pivot bolt.
  • Loosen belt adjustment bolt.
  • Remove alternator drive belt.
  • Remove bracket.
  • Remove lower mounting bolt.
  • Remove pivot bolt.
  • Remove alternator.
  • Disconnect alternator field circuit plug.
  • Remove the B+ termin...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Chrysler LHS AUTOMOBILES

Chrysler LLC Cars -> Low Coolant Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1997 Chrysler LHS 3.5 V6 GAS

The Low Coolant warning lamp should light whenever coolant level in the coolant reservoir is ...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Chrysler LHS AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Chrysler LHS 3.5 V6 GAS

  • Drain cooling system.
  • Remove sight shields and right and left headlamp modules.
  • Discharge and recover A/C refrigerant.
  • Remove upper radiator crossmember, then the coolant hose clamps and hoses from radiator.
  • Disconnect automatic transaxle cooler lines from radiator.
  • On models equipped with auxiliary transaxle cooler, disconnect rubber auxiliary cooler lines.
  • On all models, disconnect radiator fan wiring from the RFI module.
  • Disconnect upper radiator mounting screws.
  • On models equipped with engine block heater,disconnect wiring.
  • On al...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Chrysler LHS AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Chrysler LHS 3.5 V6 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove right front splash s...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1997 Chrysler LHS AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1997 Chrysler LHS cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Engine Connectors Diagram for 1997 Chrysler LHS  3.5 V6 GASEngine Connectors Diagram for 1997 Chrysler LHS 3.5 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Idle Air Control Motor
  • Throttle Position Sensor
  • Engine Coolant Temp Sensor
  • Ignition Coil
  • MAP Sensor
  • Engine Compartment Splices Diagram for 1997 Chrysler LHS  3.5 V6 GASEngine Compartment Splices Diagram for 1997 Chrysler LHS 3.5 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Splice S-102
  • Splice S-104
  • Splice S-132
  • Splice S-134
  • Splice S-153
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1997 Chrysler LHS AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1997 Chrysler LHS cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1997 Chrysler LHS  3.5 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram1997 Chrysler LHS 3.5 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Clockspring
  • Airbag Control Module
  • Left Airbag Sensor
  • Driver Airbag
  • 1997 Chrysler LHS  3.5 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram1997 Chrysler LHS 3.5 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Speed Proportional Steering Module
  • Transmission Control Module
  • Powertrain Control Module
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1997 Chrysler LHS AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1997 Chrysler LHS cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: RECALL - Mopar Value Line Catalytic Converters
    Vehicle: 1997 Chrysler LHS 3.5 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Emission Controls, Vacuum Hoses
  • Document: CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHOR INSTALLATION - REV
    Vehicle: 1997 Chrysler LHS 3.5 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Seats, Belts, Interior Trim, Carpets, Air Bags
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1997 Chrysler LHS AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1997 Chrysler LHS cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 1997 Chrysler LHS cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 1997 Chrysler LHS cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 1997 Chrysler LHS cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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