Cylinder Block
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1995 Plymouth Voyager, 1995 Dodge Dakota, and 1995 Dodge Caravan. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Using a feeler gauge and straightedge, check cylinder block head surface for warpage. Measure cylinder bore, taper and out-of-round. Measure at .375" (9.52 mm) below top surface of cylinder bore, middle of bore and .375" (9.52 mm) from bottom of cylinder bore.
- Repair or replace cylinder block if measurements are not within specification. See CYLINDER BLOCK table under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS.