Removal (2.4L)
- Disconnect fuel pump connector at fuel pump. Start engine and allow to idle until it stalls. Turn ignition off. Disconnect negative battery cable. Reconnect fuel pump connector. Remove fuel lines and vapor hoses from engine.
- Drain cooling system. Slide driver seat forward and remove rear cover. Lift and secure passenger seat. Remove seat and adjust underframe as necessary. Remove radiator fan shroud, hoses and cooling fan assembly. Disengage control harness connectors.
- Disconnect electrical connectors from oxygen sensor, A/C compressor, alternator, and oil pressure switch. Remove throttle cables. Disconnect power steering pump leaving hoses attached and secure with wire away from work area. Disconnect A/C compressor and leaving hoses attached and secure with wire away from work area.
- If necessary, discharge A/C system and remove compressor from vehicle. Remove starter motor wiring and speedometer cable. Disconnect engine ground cable and transaxle electrical connectors. Disconnect all vacuum hoses to engine.
- Disconnect exhaust pipe. Disconnect power steering pump and A/C compressor clamp. Support engine and remove upper engine mount bracket. Remove rocker arm cover. Remove upper timing belt cover. Align camshaft timing marks.
- Remove camshaft sprocket. Ensure belt stays on crankshaft sprocket. Loosen cylinder head bolts using Head Bolt Wrench (MD998051-01), in REVERSE of tightening sequence. Loosen head bolts in 2 or 3 steps to prevent cylinder head warpage. Remove bolts and cylinder head.
Courtesy of CHRYSLER MOTORS.