Chrysler RAM TRUCK 2500 1994 Service Manual page 45

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group. For proper inspection and adjustment proce­
dures, see Group 7, Cooling System.
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
Inspect all emission control components and hoses
when other under hood service is performed. Refer to
emission system Vacuum Hose Label located on the
inside of the hood i n the engine compartment and
Group 25, Emission Control Systems for proper ser­
vice procedures.
BATTERY
Inspect battery tray, hold down and terminal con­
nections when other under hood service is performed.
For proper diagnostic procedures refer to Group 8A,
Battery/Starting/Charging System Diagnostics. For
service and cleaning procedures refer to Group 8B,
Battery/Starter Service.
RUBBER AND PLASTIC COMPONENT INSPECTION
CAUTION: Plastic h o s e s or wire harness covers will
melt or deform when exposed to heat from exhaust
system or engine manifolds.
Position plastic or rubber components away from
moving
parts in engine compartment or under vehi­
cle, or damage will result.
Do not allow rubber engine mounts or other com­
ponents to become oil contaminated, repair cause
of oil contamination and clean area.
All rubber and plastic components should be in­
spected when engine compartment or under vehicle
service is performed. When evidence of deterioration
exists, replacement is required. To reduce deteriora­
tion of rubber components, Chrysler Corporation rec­
ommends Mopar Foamy Engine Degreaser or
equivalent be used to clean engine compartment of
oil and road grime.
EXHAUST SYSTEM ISOLATOR AND HANGER
The exhaust system should be inspected when un­
der vehicle service is performed. The exhaust system
should not make contact with under body, brake ca­
bles, brake/fuel lines, fuel tank or suspension compo­
nents. Slight cracking i n rubber isolator or hanger is
acceptable. Severely cracked or broken rubber compo­
nents must be replaced. For proper service proce­
dures see Group 11, Exhaust System and Intake
Manifold.