300M V6-3.5L VIN G (2000)
Vehicle: Application and ID
Glossary of Acronyms
ABS
Antilock Brake System
backfire, popback
Fuel ignites in either the intake or the exhaust system.
CKP
Crankshaft Position Sensor
CMP
Camshaft Position Sensor
cuts out, misses
A steady pulsation or the inability of the engine to maintain a consistent rpm.
DLC
Data Link Connector (previously called "engine diagnostic connector")
detonation, spark knock
A mild to severe ping, especially under loaded engine conditions.
ECT
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
EGR
Exhaust Gas Recirculation Valve and System
generator
Previously called "Alternator"
hard start
The engine takes longer than usual to start, even though it is able to crank normally.
hesitation, sag, stumble
There is a momentary lack of response when the throttle is opened. This can occur at all vehicle speeds. If
it is severe enough, the engine may stall.
IAC
Idle Air Control valve
IAT
Intake Air Temperature Sensor
JTEC
Jeep/Truck Engine Controller
lack of power, sluggish
The engine has less than expected power, with little or no increase in vehicle speed when the throttle is
opened.
LDP
Leak Detection Pump
MAP
Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor
MIL
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
MTV
Manifold Tuning Valve
O2S
Oxygen Sensor
PCI
Programable Communications Interface
PCM
Powertrain Control Module
PCV
Positive Crankcase Ventilation
PEP
Peripheral Expansion Port
poor fuel economy
There is significantly less fuel mileage than other vehicles of the same design and configuration.
rough/unstable/erratic idle, stalling
The engine runs unevenly at idle and causes the engine to shake if it is severe enough. The engine idle rpm
may vary (called "hunting"). This condition may cause stalling if it is severe enough.
SBEC
Single Board Engine Controller
SKIM
Sentry Key Immobilizer Module
SKIS
Sentry Key Immobilizer System