1996 jeep grand cherokee manual

The last code on a vehicle code plate will be fol- lowed by the imprinted word END. When two plates are required, the last available spaces on the first plate will be imprinted with the letters CTD for con- tinued.

When a second vehicle code plate is necessary, the first four spaces on each row will not be used because of the plate overlap. The symbols correspond to the controls and dis- plays that are located on the instrument panel. The difference is described in the Thread Notation chart Fig. The higher the grade number, the greater the bolt strength. Identification is determined by the line marks on the top of each bolt head.

The actual bolt strength grade corresponds to the number of line marks plus 2. The most commonly used metric bolt strength classes are 9. The metric strength class identification number is imprinted on the head of the bolt. The higher the class number, the greater the bolt strength. Some metric nuts are imprinted with a single-digit strength class on the nut face.

Figure art, specifications and torque references in this Service Manual are identified in metric and SAE format. During any maintenance or repair procedures, it is important to salvage metric fasteners nuts, bolts, etc. If the fastener is not salvage- able, a fastener of equivalent specification should be used. The metric system is based on quantities of one, ten, one hundred, one thousand and one million Fig. The following chart will assist in converting metric units to equivalent English and SAE units, or vise versa.

Refer to the Standard Torque Specifi- cations Chart for torque references not listed in the individual torque charts. If it is not clear which group contains the information needed, refer to the index at the back of this manual. There are two maintenance schedules that show proper service based on the conditions that the vehi- cle is subjected to. Schedule—A, lists scheduled maintenance to be performed when the vehicle is used for general trans- portation. Schedule—B, lists maintenance intervals for vehi- cles that are operated under the conditions listed at the beginning of the Maintenance Schedule section.

Use the schedule that best describes your driving conditions. Where time and mileage are listed, follow the interval that occurs first. Mopar provides the best engineered products for servicing Chrysler Cor- poration vehicles. SAE 30 specifies a single viscos- ity engine oil. Engine oils also have multiple viscosities.

These are specified with a dual SAE vis- cosity grade which indicates the cold-to-hot tempera- ture viscosity range. MOPAR engine oils conform to all of these service grades. Refer to Group 9, Engine for engine oil specifica- tion. In addition, API classification defines the lubricants usage. At the bottom NLGI symbol is the usage and quality identification letters.

The letter following the usage letter indicates the quality of the lubricant. The following symbols indi- cate the highest quality. Refer to Group 21, Transmission for proper fluid fill proce- dure.

NOTE: Vehicles with trailer tow, must use a syn- thetic lubricant. Refer to Group 3, Differential and Driveline for service procedures. Use the schedule that best describes the conditions the vehi- cle is operated under.

When mileage and time is listed, follow the interval that occurs first. Schedule-A lists all the scheduled maintenance to be performed under normal operating conditions.

These, and all other maintenance services included in this manual, should be done to provide the best vehicle performance and reliability. More frequent mainte- nance may be needed for vehicles in severe operating conditions such as dusty areas and very short trip driving. Check electrolyte level and add water as needed.

Examine threaded fasteners for looseness. Electrical systems can be damaged on either vehicle. Turn OFF all accessories.

BLACK clamp to neg- ative terminal -. Review all warnings in this procedure. If engine does not start within 15 sec- onds, stop cranking engine and allow starter to cool 15 min. Disconnect RED cable clamp from battery positive terminal. When towing a 4WD vehicle, use tow dollies under the opposite end of the vehicle.

A vehicle with a flat-bed device can also be used to transport a disabled vehicle Fig. A towed vehicle should be raised until lifted wheels are a minimum mm 4 in from the ground. Be sure there is adequate ground clearance at the oppo- site end of the vehicle, especially when towing over rough terrain or steep rises in the road.

If necessary, remove the wheels from the lifted end of the vehicle and lower the vehicle closer to the ground, to increase the ground clearance at the opposite end of the vehicle. Install lug nuts on wheel attaching studs to retain brake drums. If the vehicle is to be towed more than 15 miles, the propeller shaft should be disconnected or place tow dollies under rear wheels.

A Wheel-lift or Sling-type device can be used provided all the wheels are lifted off the ground using tow dollies. If using the wheel-lift towing method, install tow dollies under rear wheels. Some Jeep vehicles are equipped with front emer- gency tow hooks. Support the vehicle in the raised position with jack stands at the front and rear ends of the frame rails. A body side sill. A steering linkage component. A drive shaft. The engine or transmission oil pan. The fuel tank. A front suspension arm.

NOTE: When a frame-contact type hoist is used, verify that the lifting pads are positioned properly Fig. The positioning is accomplished through suspension and steering linkage adjustments. An alignment is considered essential for efficient steering, good directional stabil- ity and to maximize tire wear. The most important measurements of front end alignment are caster, camber and toe position.

NOTE: Routine inspection of the front suspension and steering components is a good preventative maintenance practice. Inspection also helps to ensure safe operation of the vehicle. Tilting the top of the knuckle rearward provides positive caster. Tilting the top of the knuckle forward provides negative caster. Caster is a directional stability angle. This angle enables the front wheels to return to a straight ahead position after turns. Tilting the top of the wheel inward provides negative camber.

Tilting the top of the wheel outward provides positive camber. Incorrect camber will cause wear on the inside or outside edge of the tire. The angle is not adjustable, the damaged component s must be replaced to correct mis-alignment. Incorrect wheel toe position is the most common cause of unstable steering and uneven tire wear. The wheel toe position is the final front wheel alignment adjustment. The inclination angle has a fixed relationship with the camber angle. It will not change except when a spindle or ball stud is dam- aged or bent.

The angle is not adjustable, the dam- aged component s must be replaced to correct mis- alignment. Refer to Group 22, Wheels and Tires for diagnosis information. Refer to Group 19, Steering for additional information.

Check components for correct torque. NOTE: The engine must remain running during the entire toe position adjustment. Center and secure the steering wheel. Position the clamp bolts as shown Fig. NOTE: Tighten clamp bolt nearest the pitman arm first. Make sure the toe setting does not change during clamp tightening. Turn the sleeve until the left wheel is within. NOTE: Tighten the clamp bolt furthest from the wheel first. Steering knuckles pivot on Fig. Shock Absorbers: The shock absorbers dampen jounce and rebound motion of the vehicle over vari- ous road conditions.

The top of the shock absorbers are bolted to the body. The bottom of the shocks are bolted to the axle brackets. Coil Springs: The coil springs control ride quality and maintain proper ride height. The coil springs mount up in the wheelhouse which is part of the unitized body bracket. A rubber doughnut isolator is located between the top of the spring and the body.

The bottom of the spring seats on a axle pad and is retained with a clip. Upper And Lower Suspension: The suspension arms use bushings to isolate road noise. The suspen- sion arms are bolted to the frame and axle through the rubber bushings. The lower suspension arm uses cam bolts at the axle to allow for caster and pinion angle adjustment.

The suspension arm travel is lim- ited through the use of jounce bumpers in compres- sion and shocks absorbers in rebound.

Stabilizer Bar: The stabilizer bar is used to con- trol vehicle body roll during turns. The spring steel bar helps to control the vehicle body in relationship to the suspension. The bar extends across the front underside of the chassis and connects to the frame rails.

Links are connected from the bar to the axle brackets. Track Bar: The track bar is used to control front axle lateral movement. The bar is attached to a frame rail bracket with a ball stud and isolated with a bushing at the axle bracket. NOTE: Periodic lubrication of the front suspension steering system components is required. Refer to Group 0, Lubrication And Maintenance for the rec- ommended maintenance schedule. It is important to have the springs supporting the weight of the vehicle when the fas- teners are torqued.

If springs are not at their normal ride position, vehicle ride comfort could be affected and premature bushing wear may occur.

Rubber bushings must never be lubricated. This noise can usually be stopped by tightening the attaching nuts. If the noise persists, inspect for damaged and worn bushings, and attaching components. Repair as nec- essary if any of these conditions exist. The shock absorbers are not refillable or adjust- able. If a malfunction occurs, the shock absorber must be replaced.

To test a shock absorber, hold it in an upright position and force the piston in and out of the cylinder four or five times. The action throughout each stroke should be smooth and even. The shock absorber bushings do not require any type of lubrication. Do not attempt to stop bushing noise by lubricating them.

Grease and mineral oil- base lubricants will deteriorate the bushing rubber. Remove the shock absorber. Insert the shock absorber through the shock tower hole. Position a hydraulic jack under the axle to support it. Remove the coil spring retainer bolt and remove the spring.

Install the spring retainer and bolt. Connect the track bar to the frame rail bracket. Re-align the reference marks. Ensure the bar is centered with equal spacing on both sides. Tighten the nuts at the axle bracket finger tight. NOTE: A puller tool may be necessary to separate the ball stud from the frame rail bracket. Remove the track bar.

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Chrysler is owned by Italian automobile manufacturer Fiat. Cherokee last year for was The 2. It was replaced by the Grand Cherokee and it played a significant part in reviving Chrysler's fortunes by moving it into the then nascent market for high-margin sports utility vehicles. While some other SUVs were manufactured with body-on-frame construction, the Jeep Grand Cherokee has always used a unibody chassis.

In our large database you will find all service, repair, maintenance and owners manuals for Cherokee and Grand Cherokee in PDF free download. Be sure you are familiar with all vehicle controls, particularly those used for braking, steering, transmission, and transfer case shifting. Fault codes usually appear after the 'Check Engine' light has come on.