Accelerator Pedal - Frozen In the Idle Position

89chrysler01

Models


1987-1988 S-Body, 1988 C-Body, & 1989 AA-, AC-, AS-Body Vehicles With 3.0L Engine


Subject


Conversion to Heated Air Intake System


Index


DRIVEABILITY


Date

January 30, 1988

No.


18-01-89


P-267 (C18-22)
BODY CODE LEGEND

C - Dynasty/New Yorker/Landau S - Caravan/Voyager AA - Spirit/Acclaim AC - Dynasty/New Yorker/Landau AS - Caravan/Voyager

SYMPTOM/CONDITION

During cold weather, the driver may experience the accelerator pedal frozen in the idle position. A greater than normal amount of force will be required to move or break the throttle blade free. This condition only occurs in cold ambient temperatures, below +5~F, and usually after the vehicle has been sitting overnight.

DIAGNOSIS

Inspect for the presence of ice or water in the throttle body bore, or if the owner complains of the condition, proceed with the repairs.

PARTS REQUIRED

Adaptor Package, PN 4419456

Consisting of:

1 SMEC Adaptor
1 Hot Air Adaptor
1 Connector Assembly
1 Clamp

REPAIR PROCEDURE

1. Remove existing fresh air duct which is located between the SMEC (Single Module Engine Controller) and the air cleaner assembly.

FIGURE 1:

2. Install the hot air adapter and clamp on the air cleaner. Orientate the adaptor over the exhaust crossover pipe until the word "top" is at the top of the air cleaner nipple. The adaptor should be located directly over the exhaust crossover pipe. Tighten the clamp to retain the adaptor.

3. Install SMEC adaptor onto the SMEC.

4. Install the connector assembly between the two adapters.
POLICY: Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty


TIME ALLOWANCE:
Labor Operation No. 14-30-02-91 . . . . . . . . . 0.2 Hrs.


FAILURE CODE: RO - Driveability