2002 grand cherokee owners manual

This will be the total shim thickness to achieve zero backlash. This total is the thickness shim required to achieve proper backlash. The remainder is the shim thickness required on the pinion side of the axle housing. If differential is forced in with the oil feed towards the top, the anti-rotation tabs will be dam- aged. Dial indicator reading should be between 0. If backlash is not within specifi- cations transfer the necessary amount of shim thick- ness from one side of the housing to the other Fig.

Readings should not vary more than 0. If readings vary more than specified, the ring gear or the differential case is defective. After the proper backlash is achieved, perform Gear Contact Pattern Analysis procedure.

It will also show if the ring gear backlash has been adjusted correctly. The backlash can be adjusted within specifications to achieve desired tooth contact patterns. 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. 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. Fasteners and torque specifications references in this Service Manual are identified in metric and SAE format. During any maintenance or repair procedures, it is important to salvage all fasteners nuts, bolts, etc. If the fastener is not salvageable, a fastener of equivalent specification must be used.

Follow the vehicle or Helicoiltrecommen- dations for application and repair procedures. The symbols correspond to the controls and displays that are located on the instrument panel. The following chart will assist in converting metric units to equivalent English and SAE units, or vise versa.