Cause
| Correction
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Detonation or spark knock
| Verify the correct operation of the ignition controls. Refer to
Detonation/Spark Knock
in Engine Controls - 3.0L.
|
Low oil pressure
|
• | Repair or replace as required. |
|
Loose torque converter bolts
|
• | Inspect the torque converter bolts and engine flywheel. |
|
Cracked engine flywheel
|
• | Inspect the engine flywheel and bolts. |
|
Excessive connecting rod bearing clearance
| Inspect the following components, and repair as required:
• | The connecting rod bearings |
|
Excessive crankshaft bearing clearance
| Inspect the following components, and repair as required:
• | The crankshaft bearings |
• | The crankshaft journals |
• | The cylinder block crankshaft bearing bore |
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