DESCRIPTION
The Body Code Plate. (Scheme 1)is located in the engine compartment on the right headlamp mounting bracket. There are seven lines of information on the body code plate. Lines 4, 5, 6, and 7 are not used to define service information. Information reads from left to right, starting with line 3 in the center of the plate to line 1 at the bottom of the plate.
Scheme 1
| 1 - PRIMARY PAINT |
|---|
| 2 - SECONDARY PAINT |
| 3 - VINYL ROOF |
| 4 - VEHICLE ORDER NUMBER |
| 5 - CAR LINE SHELL |
| 6 - PAINT PROCEDURE |
| 7 - ENGINE |
| 8 - TRIM |
| 9 - TRANSMISSION |
| 10 - MARKET |
| 11 - VIN |
The SAE bolt strength grades range from grade 2 to grade 8. The higher the grade number, the greater the bolt strength. Identification is determined by the line marks on the top of each bolt head. The actual bolt strength grade corresponds to the number of line marks plus 2. The most commonly used metric bolt strength classes are 9.8 and 10.9. The metric strength class identification number is imprinted on the head of the bolt. The higher the class number, the greater the bolt strength. Some metric nuts are imprinted with a single-digit strength class on the nut face. Refer to the Fastener Identification and Fastener Strength Charts.
| Bolt Markings | 8.8/8.9 | 10.9 | 12.9 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolt Dia. | N.m | Ft. Lbs. | N.m | Ft. Lbs. | N.m | Ft. Lbs. |
| 6 | 12 | 105* | 14 | 120* | 16 | 12 |
| 8 | 25 | 250* | 32 | 23 | 38 | 28 |
| 10 | 54 | 40 | 60 | 45 | 74 | 55 |
| 12 | 95 | 70 | 108 | 80 | 135 | 100 |
| 14 | 155 | 115 | 175 | 130 | 216 | 160 |
| 16 | 243 | 180 | 324 | 210 | 324 | 240 |
| * Inch Lbs. | ||||||
Bolt Markings and Torques - Metric
| Bolt Markings | Grade 5 | Grade 8 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolt Dia. | N.m | Ft. Lbs | N.m | Ft. Lbs |
| 1/4 - 20 | 10 | 95* | 14 | 125* |
| 1/4 - 28 | 10 | 95* | 17 | 150* |
| 5/16 - 18 | 22 | 200* | 30 | 270* |
| 5/16 - 24 | 26 | 240* | 33 | 300* |
| 3/8 - 16 | 40 | 30 | 55 | 40 |
| 3/8 - 24 | 47 | 35 | 60 | 45 |
| 7/16 - 14 | 68 | 50 | 88 | 65 |
| 7/16 - 20 | 74 | 55 | 95 | 70 |
| 1/2 - 13 | 101 | 75 | 135 | 100 |
| 1/2 -20 | 115 | 85 | 150 | 110 |
| 9/16 - 12 | 135 | 105 | 182 | 135 |
| 9/16 - 18 | 155 | 115 | 202 | 150 |
| 5/8 - 11 | 202 | 150 | 263 | 195 |
| 5/8 - 18 | 215 | 160 | 284 | 210 |
| 3/4 - 10 | 230 | 170 | 297 | 220 |
| 3/4 - 16 | 236 | 175 | 304 | 225 |
| 7/8 - 14 | 405 | 300 | 540 | 400 |
| * Inch Lbs. | ||||
Bolt Markings and Torques - U. S. Customary
Scheme 2
DESCRIPTION - FASTENER USAGE
| WARNING | USE OF AN INCORRECT FASTENER MAY RESULT IN COMPONENT DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY. |
Fasteners and torque specifications references in the service information are identified in metric and SAE format.
During any maintenance or repair procedures, it is important to salvage all fasteners (nuts, bolts, etc.) for reassembly. If the fastener is not salvageable, a fastener of equivalent specification must be used.
DESCRIPTION - THREADED HOLE REPAIR
Most stripped threaded holes can be repaired using a Helicoil®. Follow the vehicle or Helicoil® recommendations for application and repair procedures.
The graphic symbols illustrated in the following International Control and Display Symbols Chart. (Scheme 3)are used to identify various instrument controls. The symbols correspond to the controls and displays that are located on the instrument panel.
Scheme 3
| 1 | High Beam | 13 | Rear Window Washer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | Fog Lamps | 14 | Fuel |
| 3 | Headlamp, Parking Lamps, Panel Lamps | 15 | Engine Coolant Temperature |
| 4 | Turn Warning | 16 | Battery Charging Condition |
| 5 | Hazard Warning | 17 | Engine Oil |
| 6 | Windshield Washer | 18 | Seat Belt |
| 7 | Windshield Wiper | 19 | Brake Failure |
| 8 | Windshield Wiper and Washer | 20 | Parking Brake |
| 9 | Windscreen Demisting and Defrosting | 21 | Front Hood |
| 10 | Ventilating Fan | 22 | Rear hood (Decklid) |
| 11 | Rear Window Defogger | 23 | Horn |
| 12 | Rear Window Wiper | 24 | Lighter |
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) can be viewed through the windshield at the upper left corner of the instrument panel, near the left windshield pillar. (Scheme 4) The VIN consists of 17 characters in a combination of letters and numbers that provide specific information about the vehicle. Refer to VIN Code Breakdown Chart for decoding information.
To protect the consumer from theft and possible fraud the manufacturer is required to include a Check Digit at the ninth position of the vehicle identification number. The check digit is used by the manufacturer and government agencies to verify the authenticity of the vehicle and official documentation. The formula to use the check digit is not released to the general public.
Scheme 4
| 1 - INSTRUMENT PANEL |
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| 2 - VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) |
| POSITION | INTERPRETATION | CODE = DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Country of Origin | 1 = Manufactured by DaimlerChrysler Corporation |
| 2 = Manufactured by DaimlerChrysler Canada Inc. | ||
| 2 | Make | C = Chrysler |
| 3 | Vehicle Type | 4 = Multipurpose Passenger Vehicle Less Side Airbags |
| 8 = Multipurpose Passenger Vehicle With Side Airbags | ||
| 4 | Gross Vehicle Weight Rating | F = 1815 - 2267 kg. (4001 - 5000 lbs.) |
| G = 2268 - 2721 kg. (5001 - 6000) | ||
| 5 | Car Line | F = Pacifica - AWD |
| M = Pacifica - FWD | ||
| 6 | Series | 5 = Premium |
| 6 = Sport | ||
| 7 | Body Style | 8 = Sport Utility 4 Door |
| 8 | Engine | 4 = 3.5L V6 cyl. 24 - Valve Gasoline (MPI) |
| L = 3.8L V6 cyl. Gasline (SMPI) | ||
| 9 | Check Digit | See explanation in this section. |
| 10 | Model Year | 5 = 2005 |
| 11 | Assembly Plant | R = Windsor Assembly |
| 12 through 17 | Sequence Number | A six digit number assigned by assembly plant. |
VIN CODE BREAKDOWN CHART