1989 Plymouth Acclaim Service and Repair Manual

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Factory-Grade Data

1989 Plymouth Acclaim service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.

Built for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you troubleshoot accurately, follow step-by-step repair procedures, and use wiring diagrams and system sections to diagnose problems faster.

What’s included

  • Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
  • Specifications and reference data (where provided)
  • Electrical coverage with wiring diagrams
  • Coverage across key systems: engine, transmission, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC, and more

Trims covered

  • LE Sedan 4-Door
  • Base Sedan 4-Door
  • LX Sedan 4-Door

Engines covered

  • 2.5L 2507CC 153Cu. In. l4 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
  • 2.5L 2507CC 153Cu. In. l4 GAS SOHC Turbocharged
  • 3.0L 2972CC 181Cu. In. V6 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated

Index / Table of contents

  • Body
  • Brakes
  • Chassis Electrical
  • Driveline
  • Engine Cooling
  • Engine Electrical
  • Engine Mechanical
  • Engine Performance & Emission Controls
  • Fuel System
  • General Information & Identification
  • Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
  • Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
  • Steering
  • Suspension
  • Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
  • Wiring Diagrams

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Vehicle Safety Data

1989 Plymouth Acclaim Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #89V23700027/12/1989Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

THE ENGINE VALVE COVER GASKET MAY DISLOCATE AND ALLOW AN ENGINE OIL LEAK AT THE GASKET.

Consequence

THE LEAKAGE OF OIL IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT COULD CAUSEA FIRE.

Remedy

REPLACE GASKET COVER WITH REVISED COVER, AND RTV SEALANT WILL BE APPLIED IN PLACE OF A GASKET.

NHTSA #08E03300014/04/2008Component: SUSPENSION

FEDERAL MOGUL IS RECALLING 6,903 AFTERMARKET BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES SHIPPED BETWEEN NOVEMBER 9, 2007 AND MARCH 26, 2008, WHICH MAY HAVE BEEN PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS. THE PART NUMBERS PACKAGED WIT

Consequence

THE NUTS INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGING FOR THESE BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES ARE MISSING THE INTENDED PREVAILI

Remedy

FEDERAL MOGUL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE PARTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 22,

TSB #621898

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE ATF+4. *TT *MJ

TSB #618049

SUBJECT REGARDING WIRE SPLICE REPAIRS. *SB

TSB #615688

SUBJECT REGARDING CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *TT

TSB #612160

SUBJECT ON THE CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *MJS

TSB #610635

SUBJECT REGARDING CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHORS. *TT

TSB #609995

THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES A REVISED WIRE SPLICE PROCEDURE AND RELATED PARTS. *TT

TSB #6089028

INFORMATION ON 41TE/42LE SERVICE INFORMATION. *NLM

TSB #6088988

CONCERNS WITH 41TE/42LE TRANSAXLE SHUDDER DURING AN EMCC (ELECTRONICALLY MODULATED CONVERTER CLUTCH) SHIFT. *NLM

Showing the 8 most recent of 25 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

19981228Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASHFire reported

DUE TO AN ELECTRICAL SHORT IN THE HEATING UNIT, VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE UNDERNEATH THE DASH. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

20031020Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

WHILE DRIVING AT NORMAL SPEED THE VEHICLE SHUT DOWN AND WOULD NOT RESTART. THE CONSUMER BELIEVED A WIRE MELTED INSIDE THE FUEL PUMP. *AK *TS ON AND OFF THE ROAD, THE WIRE WAS BOILING THE GAS A

20020508Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

RECALL 89 V 237 000/ENGINE VALVE COVER: PROBLEM WITH OIL LEAKING FROM ENGINE GASKET. DEALER NOTIFIED. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

20010529Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

WAS DRIVING VEHICLE WHEN HEADLIGHT COVER BECAME DIM. WAS NOT ABLE TO SEE DISTANCES CLEARLY DURING NIGHT. HEADLIGHT LENS COVER WAS VERY YELLOWISH LOOKING AND LIGHT WAS NOT ABLE TO SHINE THROUGH CLEA

20000923Component: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR

MY DRIVERS SIDE SEAT BELT IS DEFECTIVE. IT WILL NOT STAY HOOKED IN. *AK

Showing the 5 most serious of 47 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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