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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Chrysler Cirrus AUTOMOBILES

Vacuum & Wiring Diagrams -> Passenger Cars -> Cooling Fans
Vehicle: 1996 Chrysler Cirrus LX 2.5 V6 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Chrysler Cirrus AUTOMOBILES

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Diagnosis & Testing -> Type 1 Master Cylinder -> Type 4 Master Cylinder
Vehicle: 1996 Chrysler Cirrus LX 2.4 L4 GAS

Type 1 Master Cylinder

Ensure the master cylinder compensates in both ports by applying the brake pedal lightly (engine running with power brakes) and observing brake fluid squirting up in the reservoir chambers. Due to a baffle incorporated in the master cylinder, only a minor fluid disturbance may be noticed...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Chrysler Cirrus AUTOMOBILES

DaimlerChrysler/AMC/Eagle Passenger Cars -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> Breeze, Cirrus, Sebring Convertible, Sebring Sedan & Stratus Sedan w/2.5L, 2000-05 2.0L, 2.4L & 2.7L Engines -> Fuel System Pressure Relief -> Removal & Installation
Vehicle: 1996 Chrysler Cirrus LXI 2.5 V6 GAS

Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.

Prior to disconnecting fuel lines, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental spray of fuel.

After the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal driveability symptoms may occur. The vehicle may need to be driven while it relearns its adaptive strategy.

Fuel Sys...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Chrysler Cirrus AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Chrysler Cirrus LXI 2.5 V6 GAS

  • Loosen, but do not remove, stub axle to hub/bearing retaining nut while vehicle is on floor and brakes applied, then raise and support vehicle and remove front wheel and tire assembly.
  • Remove brake caliper and support aside, then the brake disc.
  • Remove tie rod end attaching nut, then the tie rod end stud from steering knuckle using remover tool No. MB-991113, or equivalent.
  • Remove vehicle speed sensor cable routing bracket.
  • Remove cotter pin and castle nut from stud of lower ball joint at steering knuckle.
  • Turn steering knuckle so front of knuckle is facing as far outboard in ...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Chrysler Cirrus AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Chrysler Cirrus LX 2.5 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove oil filter.
  • Remove battery positive cable nut from starter and remove cable.
  • Disconnect push-on solenoid connector.
  • Remove bolts attaching starter to transaxle housing an...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Chrysler Cirrus AUTOMOBILES

Chrysler LLC Cars -> Traction Control System (TCS) Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1996 Chrysler Cirrus LXI 2.5 V6 GAS

This lamp should light for a approximately 6-8 seconds when the ignition is turned On as a bulb check. If the warni...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Chrysler Cirrus AUTOMOBILES

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 1996 Chrysler Cirrus LX 2.4 L4 GAS

Inlet

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition heater hose inlet clamp at heat control valve using hose clamp pliers.
  • Remove heater inlet hose from heater control valve.
  • Reposition heater core inlet hose clamp at heater core using hose clamp pliers.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to inst...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Chrysler Cirrus AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Chrysler Cirrus LXI 2.5 V6 GAS

  • To remove or install air conditioning compressor and alternator drive belt, loosen idler pulley lock bolt, then turn adjusting screw to move idler pulley.
  • ...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1996 Chrysler Cirrus AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1996 Chrysler Cirrus cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Steering Column Diagram for 1996 Chrysler Cirrus LXI 2.5 V6 GASSteering Column Diagram for 1996 Chrysler Cirrus LXI 2.5 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Ignition Switch
  • Instrument Cluster
  • Clockspring
  • Halo Lamp
  • Right Multi-Function Switch
  • Body Splices Diagram for 1996 Chrysler Cirrus LX 2.5 V6 GASBody Splices Diagram for 1996 Chrysler Cirrus LX 2.5 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Junction Block
  • Left A-Pillar
  • Left C-Pillar
  • Splice S300
  • Splice S302
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1996 Chrysler Cirrus AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1996 Chrysler Cirrus cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1996 Chrysler Cirrus LXI 2.5 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram1996 Chrysler Cirrus LXI 2.5 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Wiper Switch
  • Ignition Switch
  • Body Control Module
  • Windshield Washer Pump Motor
  • 1996 Chrysler Cirrus LXI 2.5 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram1996 Chrysler Cirrus LXI 2.5 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor
  • Powertrain Control Module
  • Intake Air Temperature Sensor
  • Electronic EGR Transducer Solenoid
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1996 Chrysler Cirrus AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1996 Chrysler Cirrus cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHOR INSTALLATION - REV
    Vehicle: 1996 Chrysler Cirrus LX 2.4 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Seats, Belts, Interior Trim, Carpets, Air Bags
  • Document: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TEARDOWN PROCEDURE - REVISED
    Vehicle: 1996 Chrysler Cirrus LX 2.4 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Automatic Trans, Coolers, Torque Converter
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1996 Chrysler Cirrus AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1996 Chrysler Cirrus cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 1996 Chrysler Cirrus cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 1996 Chrysler Cirrus cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 1996 Chrysler Cirrus cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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