ENGINE COMPRESSION
Check engine compression with engine at normal operating temperature at specified cranking speed, all spark plugs removed and throttle wide open.
| Application | Specification |
| Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 |
| Compression Pressure | 170-225 psi (1172-1551 kPa) |
| Minimum Compression Pressure | 100 psi (689 kPa) |
| Maximum Variation Between Cylinders | 25% |
COMPRESSION SPECIFICATIONS
VALVE CLEARANCE
Note. Hydraulic lifters used. No adjustments are required.
IGNITION COIL
| Application | Primary | Secondary |
| 2.0L | .51-.61 | 11,500-13,500 |
IGNITION COIL RESISTANCE - Ohms @ 70°F (21°C)
HIGH TENSION WIRE RESISTANCE
| Application | Ohms |
| 2.0L | (1) 8000 |
| (1) Maximum wire resistance as listed. |
| (1) | Maximum wire resistance as listed. |
HIGH TENSION WIRE RESISTANCE
SPARK PLUGS
| Application | Champion No. |
| 2.0L | RC9YC5 |
| (1) Check spark plug application on underhood vehicle emission control label. If application differs from application listed, use application on underhood vehicle emission control label. |
| (1) | Check spark plug application on underhood vehicle emission control label. If application differs from application listed, use application on underhood vehicle emission control label. |
| Application | Gap In. (mm) | Torque Ft. Lbs. (N.m) |
| 2.0L | .048-.053 (1.22-1.35) | 20 (27) |
| (1) Check spark plug gap specification on underhood vehicle emission control label. If specification differs from that listed above, use specification on underhood vehicle emission control label. |
| (1) | Check spark plug gap specification on underhood vehicle emission control label. If specification differs from that listed above, use specification on underhood vehicle emission control label. |
SPARK PLUG SPECIFICATIONS (1)
Scheme 1
Scheme 1: FIRING ORDER & TIMING MARKS
IGNITION TIMING
| Application | Specification |
| Avenger & Sebring | (1) |
| (1) Ignition timing is controlled by Powertrain Control Module (PCM) and is nonadjustable. DO NOT attempt to adjust ignition timing. |
| (1) | Ignition timing is controlled by Powertrain Control Module (PCM) and is nonadjustable. DO NOT attempt to adjust ignition timing. |
IGNITION TIMING (Degrees BTDC @ RPM)
FUEL PUMP
| Application | Pressure - psi (kPa) |
| 2.0L | (1) 47-50 (324-344) |
| (1) Manufacturer lists fuel pressure with engine off, ignition on and using scan tool to activate fuel pump. |
| (1) | Manufacturer lists fuel pressure with engine off, ignition on and using scan tool to activate fuel pump. |
INJECTOR RESISTANCE
| Application | Ohms |
| 2.0L | 11-15 |
INJECTOR RESISTANCE SPECIFICATIONS - Ohms @ 68°F (20°C)
IDLE SPEED & MIXTURE
| Application | (1) Idle RPM | CO Level |
| 2.0L | (2) 700-900 | .5% |
| (1) Check idle speed with transaxle in Park (A/T) or Neutral (M/T) and all accessories off. (2) Idle speed is controlled by Powertrain Control Module. No adjustment is required. Only throttle body minimum airflow idle speed may be checked. |
| (1) | Check idle speed with transaxle in Park (A/T) or Neutral (M/T) and all accessories off. |
| (2) | Idle speed is controlled by Powertrain Control Module. No adjustment is required. Only throttle body minimum airflow idle speed may be checked. |
THROTTLE BODY MINIMUM AIRFLOW IDLE SPEED
| Application | RPM |
| 1000 Miles Or Less | (2) 450-1100 |
| More Than 1000 Miles | (2) 500-1100 |
| (1) Specs listed in accordance with vehicle mileage. (2) Specs listed with Air Metering Fitting (6457) installed. |
| (1) | Specs listed in accordance with vehicle mileage. |
| (2) | Specs listed with Air Metering Fitting (6457) installed. |
THROTTLE BODY MIN. AIRFLOW IDLE SPEED SPECS (1)
THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR
Note. Information not available at time of publication.