Target Audience:
DIY owners with basic mechanical skills and independent professional mechanics.
Value Proposition:
Provides OEM-level repair information, enabling significant cost savings on maintenance and repairs compared to dealership services.
Accuracy:
Vehicle-specific, not generic; identical to manuals used by authorized dealers.
Clarity:
Accurate, clear, and concise text with diagrams and illustrations for easy understanding.
Completeness:
Covers all major topics with step-by-step instructions, ensuring no missing or corrupt information.
Convenience:
Downloadable PDF format accessible on multiple devices, with printable pages.
Primary Coverage:
Service, Repair, Troubleshooting, Diagnostics, Maintenance
Secondary Coverage:
Specifications, Wiring Schematics, Diagrams, Illustrations
Estimated Page Count:
Extensive (not specified, but typical for full workshop manuals covering 5 model years)
Type:
Workshop Service Repair Manual
Engine Mechanical:
Full coverage including disassembly, inspection, assembly, and overhaul of engine components.
Engine Electrical:
Detailed diagnostics and repair procedures for ignition, starting, charging, and engine control systems.
Emission Control:
Diagnosis and repair of emissions-related components and systems.
Fuel System:
Comprehensive information on fuel delivery, injection, and evaporative emission controls.
Clutch System:
Service and repair procedures for the clutch assembly (where applicable).
Transaxle Manual:
Detailed procedures for manual transaxle repair and maintenance.
Transaxle Automatic:
Complete overhaul, diagnosis, and repair of automatic transaxle units.
Driveshaft Axle:
Service and repair for driveshafts, CV joints, and axles.
Suspension:
Detailed repair and adjustment procedures for front and rear suspension systems.
Steering:
Service and repair for power steering systems, steering columns, and linkages.
Restraint System:
Information on airbags and seatbelt systems, including diagnostic procedures.
Brake System:
Complete coverage of hydraulic, anti-lock (ABS), and parking brake systems.
Body Interior Exterior:
Repair and replacement procedures for body panels, trim, and interior components.
Body Electrical:
Diagnosis and repair of lighting, power accessories, and body control modules.
HVAC:
Service and repair for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.
Maintenance Procedures:
Oil changes, filter replacements, spark plug service, fluid checks and changes, brake pad replacement, belt and hose inspection and replacement.
Troubleshooting Diagnostics:
Step-by-step diagnostic flowcharts and procedures for identifying and resolving common and complex issues.
Repair Overhaul:
Detailed instructions for component removal, disassembly, inspection, repair, reassembly, and installation.
Wiring Schematics:
Comprehensive electrical wiring diagrams for all vehicle systems.
Depth:
OEM-level, covering everything from basic maintenance to complete engine and transaxle rebuilds, including complex diagnostics.
Engine Options:
Primarily the 3.5L (215 cu in) EGE V6 engine, and potentially the 3.8L (231 cu in) EGH V6 for certain model years within this range. Specific engine codes and variants are detailed within the manual.
Horsepower Torque:
Specifications for horsepower and torque output for each engine variant are provided in the manual, crucial for diagnostics and performance checks.
Fuel Delivery Type:
Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPFI) is standard for this generation, with detailed procedures for fuel injectors, fuel pump, and pressure regulator.
Transmission Type:
Automatic Transaxle (e.g., 41TE 4-speed electronically controlled).
Transmission Options:
A manual transaxle was not typically offered on the New Yorker during this generation, but the manual will cover any specific variants if they existed.
Fluid Specifications:
Specific ATF (Automatic Transmission Fluid) types and capacities for servicing the automatic transaxle are detailed.
Wheelbase:
Approximately 113.0 inches (2,870 mm) for the LH platform.
Length:
Approximately 200.0 inches (5,080 mm), varies slightly by model year.
Curb Weight:
Typically around 3,500 - 3,800 lbs (1,588 - 1,724 kg), depending on equipment and engine.
Crash Test Results:
The manual includes information relevant to safety systems, which contributes to understanding the vehicle's safety performance characteristics.
ABS:
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) is covered in detail for repair and diagnosis.
Airbags:
Procedures for airbag system diagnostics, replacement, and handling precautions are included.
Seatbelts:
Information on seatbelt operation, maintenance, and potential repair procedures.
Audio Systems:
Coverage of factory-installed radio, cassette, CD players, and speaker systems, including troubleshooting and replacement.
Cruise Control:
Information on the operation and servicing of the vehicle's cruise control system.
Keyless Entry:
Procedures for keyless entry system operation, programming, and troubleshooting.
Oil Change Interval:
Recommended intervals typically range from 7,500 to 10,000 miles (12,000 to 16,000 km) or 6-12 months, depending on driving conditions and oil type used. Specific details in manual.
Transmission Fluid Change:
Recommended every 30,000 to 60,000 miles (48,000 to 96,000 km) or as per severe service schedule. Manual provides exact intervals and procedures.
Engine Oil:
Typically SAE 5W-30 or 10W-30, depending on ambient temperature. Manual will specify exact API service category and viscosity grade.
Coolant:
Chrysler/Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant (AF) or equivalent with the correct ethylene glycol and DCA (Dichloroacetate) additive package. Specific type detailed in manual.
Common Problems:
The manual would provide diagnostic procedures for common issues such as head gasket leaks (especially on early V6 engines), transmission solenoid failures, power window motor issues, and HVAC blower motor failures. Specific troubleshooting guides are included.
Oil Filter:
Specific Mopar or equivalent oil filter part numbers (e.g., Mopar MO-090 or equivalent from brands like Fram, Purolator, Wix) are detailed.
Chrysler Legacy:
Chrysler has a long history of producing large, luxurious sedans, with the New Yorker nameplate representing a significant portion of that heritage.
Lh Platform Introduction:
This generation of New Yorker (1993-1997) was part of the introduction of the innovative LH platform, which featured cab-forward design and a distinct aerodynamic styling.
Manufacturing Plant:
Typically produced at Chrysler's Brampton Assembly Plant in Ontario, Canada.
