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3.0L (VIN 3) Engine


Power steering pump mounting detail (3.0L engine)

1. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
   
2. Remove the accessory drive belt. The belt does not have to be removed from the engine.
   
3. Raise and safely support the vehicle.
   
4. Disconnect the wiring harness connector to the oxygen sensor which is accessible through the oxygen sensor wiring harness grommet in the vehicle floor pan.
   
5. Remove the catalytic converter from the exhaust manifold and remove all exhaust system hangers and isolators from the exhaust system brackets. Move exhaust system out of the way as far rearward and to the left as possible to provide access to the power steering pump.
   
6. Place a drain pan under the power steering pump. Remove the power steering fluid return line hose on the front suspension cradle. Allow the fluid to drain from the pump and hose.
   
7. Remove the accessory drive belt splash shield.
   
8. Disconnect the power steering remote reservoir supply hose from the fitting on the power steering pump. Allow fluid to drain from the hose.
   
9. Remove power steering fluid pressure line from the power steering pump and drain any excess power steering fluid.
   
10. Remove the power steering fluid return hose from the power steering pump.
    
11. Remove the rear support bracket mounted behind the power steering pump to the engine block.
    
12. Remove the 2 mounting bolts that secure the pump to the alternator/power steering pump and belt tensioner mounting bracket.
    
13. Remove the power steering pump and pulley assembly out from the vehicle. Transfer all required parts from the pump to the new replacement pump before installation.
    

To install:

1. Position the front of the power steering pump up onto the mounting bracket. Torque the 2 power steering pump-to-mounting bracket bolts to 40 ft. lbs. (54 Nm).
   
2. Install the rear power steering pump-to-engine block support bracket. Torque the 2 support bracket mounting bolts to 40ft. lbs. (54 Nm). Install the nut to the mounting stud behind the pump and torque to 40 ft. lbs. (54 Nm).
   
3. Install the high pressure fluid line to the pump output fitting. Torque the high pressure line-to-power steering pump fitting to 275 inch lbs. (31 Nm). Be sure to inspect the pressure line O-ring for any damage before connecting the pressure line to the steering pump.
   
4. Install the low pressure power steering fluid hose to the power steering pump low pressure fitting. Be sure the hose clamps are properly reinstalled and hoses are clear of the accessory drive belts.
   
5. Install the accessory drive belt.
   
6. Install the hose on the power steering fluid return line on the front suspension cradle. Be sure the hose clamps and heat shield tubes are correctly reinstalled.
   
7. Reconnect the exhaust pipe to the exhaust manifold. Install the hangers and isolators onto the exhaust system brackets. torque the nuts and bolts to 250 inch lbs. (28 Nm).
   
8. Reconnect the wiring harness connectors to the oxygen sensor. Install the wiring harness grommet into the vehicle floor pan.
   
9. Install the accessory drive belt splash shield.
   
10. Remove the drain pan and lower the vehicle.
    
11. Refill the power steering pump reservoir with the correct amount of clean power steering fluid.
    
12. Reconnect the negative battery cable. Bleed the power steering system.
    
13. Run the engine and check the system for leaks and proper steering operation.
    

3.3L (VIN R) & 3.8L (VIN L) Engines


Rear support bracket mounting detail (3.3 & 3.8L engines)


Power steering pump mounting detail (3.3 & 3.8L engines)

1. Remove and isolate the negative battery cable.
   
2. Raise and safely support the vehicle. Place a drain pan under the power steering pump.
   
3. Disconnect the wiring harness connector to the oxygen sensor which is accessible through the oxygen sensor wiring harness grommet in the vehicle floor pan.
   
4. Remove the catalytic converter from the exhaust manifold and remove all exhaust system hangers and isolators from the exhaust system brackets. Move exhaust system out of the way as far rearward and to the left as possible to provide access to the power steering pump.
   
5. Remove the power steering fluid return line hose on the front suspension cradle. Allow the fluid to drain from the pump and hose.
   
6. Remove the accessory drive belt splash shield.
   
7. Remove accessory drive belt.
   
8. Disconnect the power steering remote reservoir supply hose from the fitting on the power steering pump. Allow fluid to drain from the hose.
   
9. Remove power steering fluid pressure line from the power steering pump and drain any excess power steering fluid.
   
10. Remove the power steering fluid return hose from the power steering pump.
    
11. Remove the rear support bracket mounted behind the power steering pump to the engine block.
    
12. Remove the 3 mounting bolts that secure the pump to the alternator/power steering pump and belt tensioner mounting bracket.
    
13. Remove the power steering pump and pulley assembly from the vehicle. Transfer all required parts from the pump to the new replacement pump before installation.
    

To install:

1. Position the front of the power steering pump up onto the mounting bracket. Torque the 3 power steering pump-to-mounting bracket bolts to 40 ft. lbs. (54 Nm).
   
2. Install the rear power steering pump-to-engine block support bracket. Torque the support bracket mounting bolts to 40 ft. lbs. (54 Nm). Install the nut to the mounting stud behind the pump and torque to 40 ft. lbs. (54 Nm).
   
3. Install the high pressure fluid line to the pump output fitting. Torque the high pressure line-to-power steering pump fitting to 275 inch lbs. (31 Nm). Be sure to inspect the pressure line O-ring for any damage before connecting the pressure line to the steering pump.
   
4. Install the low pressure power steering fluid hose to the power steering pump low pressure fitting. Be sure the hose clamps are properly reinstalled and hoses are clear of the accessory drive belts.
   
5. Install the accessory drive belt.
   
6. Install the hose on the power steering fluid return line on the front suspension cradle. Be sure the hose clamps and heat shield tubes are correctly reinstalled.
   
7. Reconnect the exhaust pipe to the exhaust manifold. Install the hangers and isolators onto the exhaust system brackets. Torque the nuts and bolts to 250 inch lbs. (28 Nm).
   
8. Reconnect the wiring harness connectors to the oxygen sensor. Install the wiring harness grommet into the vehicle floor pan.
   
9. Install the accessory drive belt splash shield.
   
10. Remove the drain pan and lower the vehicle.
    
11. Refill the power steering pump reservoir with the correct amount of clean power steering fluid.
    
12. Reconnect the negative battery cable. Bleed the power steering system.
    
13. Run the engine and check the system for leaks and proper steering operation.
    

Could be a couple things. It could be that the transmission selector switch is bad,or is not making a good connection at the connector.Or,it could be in the steering column,that the selector/shifter control is broken.

Someone would need to test the cam sensor. The code is probably saying the sensor is not giving the right info to the computer.You may need a scanner to diagnose it.

Hi there:DTC P1494 - Leak detection pump pressure switch or mechanical faultThat code indicates a problem with the fuel evaporative system test pump, either a power or line leak. If the pump runs, check the lines going back to the tank and make sure everything is connected and ok.Hope this helps; also keep in mind that your feedback is important and I`ll appreciate your time and consideration if you leave some testimonial comment about this answer.Thank you for using FixYa, have a nice day.

take a OBD2 code reader to have check.

If it does it every time you fill up the tank I would say the problem is the sending unit in the tank.

We do not have TSB access here. You can buy it from this site www.alldatadiy.com

This is definitely an issue with your clockspring. The clockspring is a device in the steering column that provides electrical contacts for horn, cruise and airbag. The good news for you is this part is covered under a Chrysler warrantee / recall.

We do not have wiring diagrams, you can buy access to them at www.alldatadiy.com

You will need the help of a transmission repair shop or the dealer, there is a serious transmission problem and it will require special test equipment and training to find the cause, which is likely a wiring harness issue.

Most likely has a 604 or 413 unit. Only way to drain is to remove pan and replace filter and pan gasket. Be sure to remove all remnants of old gasket on both surfaces of pan and ****** case. Best tool for that is a whizzy wheel, or an air-powered abrasive rotary tool. Leftover pieces will cause a bad seal for new gasket and create leaks. Then the only way to refill the ****** after replacing pan, is via the dipstick tube. you will need a funnel, and ask your parts store for specs on how much fluid your unit requires. Honestly, as a do-it-yourselfer, I even leave it to a transmission shop for this process. Unless you have a lift and an oversized drain pan, the risk is super high for a giant mess in your driveway.

will be on or near thermostat houseing

According to the wiring diagram, it looks like the switch sends a signal to the body computer and it turns on the wiper-on relay. That relay is powered by a 30amp fuse. If you are sure the switch is working, it looks like the problem may be in the computer. I would get a second opinion before replacing anything else.

Problem could be the alternator ( battery charger), seems like it doesn't charge battery.You can test it With a DC meter , with your van Stopped mesure DC voltage (should be around 12 V) , when running should be around 13 V (Depending on the regulator) .Hope this help you to fix your issue

clean and tighten battery terminals first most common problem also a little more info would be helpful