Chrysler 300M 2002 Service Manual page 2752

*START AND STALL CONDITION —
TEST
9 Note: For this test to be valid, the thermostat must be operating correctly.
Note: This test works best if performed on a cold engine (cold soaked).
NOTE: If the vehicle was allow to sit over night with no engine start, coolant
temperature should be near ambient temperatures.
Turn the ignition on.
With the DRBIII , read the Engine Coolant Temperature value.
Note: If engine coolant temperature is above 82° C (180° F), allow the engine
to cool until 65° C (150° F) is reached.
Start the engine.
During engine warm-up, monitor the Engine Coolant Temperature value. The
temperature value change should be a smooth transition from start up to normal
operating temp 82° C (180° F). The value should reach at least 82° C (180° F).
Did the Engine Temperature value increase smoothly and did it reach at least 82° C
(180° F)?
Yes → Go To 10
→ Replace the Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor.
No
10 The following additional items should be checked as a possible cause for a start and
stall condition.
Refer to any Technical Service Bulletins (TSB's) that may apply to the symptom.
Fuel must be free of contamination.
The exhaust system must be free of any restrictions.
The engine compression must be within specifications.
The engine valve timing must be within specifications.
The engine must be free from vacuum leaks.
The throttle body must be free of carbon buildup and dirt.
Do any of the above conditions exist?
Yes → Repair as necessary.
→ Test Complete.
No
ACTION
Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST VER - 1.
Perform POWERTRAIN VERIFICATION TEST VER - 1.
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