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Sales Offices Supporting Authorized Dealers

To find the sales office responsible for the area in which you purchased your vehicle, compare th_e first two digits of the "Dealer Code Number"

on your Vehicle Identification Card with the number next to the zone listings below.

Atlanu (101

Denver (241

MinnNpolis (361

St. Louis (461

Montreal

1640 Stone Ridge Drive

5005 Lima Street

4600 Olson Memorial Hwy.

1101 Research Blvd.

American Motors (Canada) Limited

P.O. Box 718

Denver, CO 80239

Mail: P.O. Box 1273

St. Louis, MO 63132

4875 Bourg Strfft

Stone Mountain, GA 30083

area 303-373-5800

Minneapolis, MN 55440

area 314-994·1100

Montreal 376, P.a.

area 404·939-7710

area 612-340-8830

San Francisco (48)

area 514-735-4111

Detroit (261

Boston (121

600 American Canter

New York (381

15 Guittard Road

420 Providence Hwy.

Southfield, Ml 48076

444 Saw Mill River Road

Burlingame, CA 94010

Toronto

Westwood, MA 02090

area 313-827-7870

P.O. Box 500

area 415-697-1721)

American Motors (Canada) Limited

area 617-329-5100

Elmsford, NY 10523

Washington (501

4560 Dixie Road

Chicago (161

Kansas City (281

area 914-345-5745, -6

Westgate Research Park

Mississauga, Ontario

11222 W. Melrose St.

8915 Quivira Rd.

1751 Old Meadow Rd.

area 416-625-8930

Overland Park, KS 66201

Philadelphia (401

P.O. Drawer AA

Franklin Park, IL 60131

800 Chester Pike

area 312-625-0300

Mail: P.O. Box 283

Sharon Hill, PA 19079

McLean, VA 22101

Vancouver

Shawnee Mission, KS 66201

area 215-586-3500

area 703-893-4600

American Motors (Canada) Limited

Cincinnati 118)

area 913-888-1050

Miami (52)

7972 Enterprise Street

1125 Glendale-Milford Rd.

Los A1199les (30)

Pittsburgh (42)

1550 NE Miami Gardens Drive

Burnaby 2, B.C.

Cincinnati, OH 45215

2320 Alaska St.

253 Curry Hollow Road

Sky Lake State Bank Building

area 604-291-7771

area 513-771-1900

El Segundo, CA 90245

Pittsburgh, PA 15236

North Miami Beach, Fla. 33162

Dallas (22)

Mail: P.O. Box 92787

area 412-892-2500

area 305-949-1492

WinniP8Q

7900 Ambassador Row

Airport Sta.

Portland (44)

Houston (54)

American Motors (Canada) Limited

P.O. Box 47326

Los Angeles, CA 90009

8111 N.E. Columbia Blvd.

4109 Director's Row

580 Berry Street

Dallas, TX 75247

area 213-772-1521

Portland, OR 97218

Houston, TX 77018

Winnipeg, Manitoba

area 214-631-5110

or 644-1164

area 503-255-4220

area 713-683-8201

area 204-77 4-3438

This publication is based on the latest product information at the time of printing. Jeep Corporation's policy is one of continous improvement, therefore, all

information is subject to change without notice, and without incurring obligation.

Summary of Contents for Cherokee 1977

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Page 2: ...uggage Rack 24 38 42 II Ill Copynght 1976 JMp Corporation All Rights R d Tires and Wheels Tire Condition Rotation Repair and Changing Wide Tread Radial Mud Snow Tires Pressures Jack Location 57 Placem...

Page 3: ...72 AcrostS 74 OownH I 73 G mng Ove thre Hump _ 73 HIii C mbtng _ 73 lfYouStail 73 Otum8tl N 21 Dual H Clt a _ 20 E 1ec1 ea1s tte t1 106 E met lnkw tNbon 6S FwstA d _ 6S N 9S1W11 9 67 01 HICutbel 6S P...

Page 4: ...Tr1n1m11 1 1on1 11 SNt BellWarningSystem _ _ u nL ne 108 Tacf lom1tff 25 3 Sp 11 S111Ben1 121 furnSignal ltghll 30 S 12 S 11 lnllt l Panel Controls and Mec hamcal Ma nte ianc e ScheOl ill 2 F ont 43 _...

Page 5: ...er 1n 1C mpen 10 w1 n ng System Seat a It frlC LOC A 1t __ 71 Warranty lr1 1 1t1dCamperTowrng _ 10 W1uan1 y EmtStlOtl Srt tem 112 Tt1ntf CaM Model 20 17 WH _ W l ld l l d 90 Sh1tt1no lktinoq AI a We Q...

Page 6: ...uipment This manual covers all 1977 models and is based on the latest information available at time of printing The fact that various equipment is covered in this manual does not imply that all models...

Page 7: ...ep ve hicle on the road Jeep dealer mechanics are highly skilled m their specific service areas and many are certified by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence NIASE Cautions and Wa...

Page 8: ...noxide Warning Avoid inhaling exhaust gases as they contain carbon monox ide which is colorless and odorless Carbon monoxide is a dangerous gas which can be lethal Guard against carbon monoxide by pro...

Page 9: ...ways be closed while driving On CJ models with a top always keep liftgate and or rear windows closed while driving On models equipped with a fabric top do not drive with tail flap up Fasten the tail f...

Page 10: ...uckled It will go off automatically after about 4 to 8 seconds The buzzer will sound only 1f the driver fails to buckle up before turning the 1gnit1on switch to the on pos1t1on It will go off automati...

Page 11: ...tem on normal running position Start Permits engagement of starter WARNING Do not attempt to move shift lever in vehicles with shift lever lock before turning key to the off position to release lock W...

Page 12: ...fails to continue running turn key to start again 4 Allow engine to warm up for at least 15 seconds Hold foot on brake Engage transmission release brake grad ually and drive away Warm Engine Turn key...

Page 13: ...ional floor mounted gearshift lever 1s used to pass through the gears in an H sequence ALWAYS shift to neutral before starting the engine With the engine running and the transmission in neutral depres...

Page 14: ...hicle speed and achieve pulling power at low speeds When downshifting be sure you shift progres sively from 4th to 3rd to 2nd to 1st without skipping any gear Recommended ahlft peed for normal driving...

Page 15: ...also apply park ing brake fully WARNING Do not use the automatic transmission Park position as a substitute for the parking brake Always set the parking brake when leaving the car unattended R ReverM...

Page 16: ...ansmission and ullhzes a unique controlled slip third differential which auto matically transmits continuous torque to both front and rear axles in direct proportion to their needs for maximum vehicle...

Page 17: ...ondition Quadra Trac Low Range Reduction Unit The optional Quadra Trac Low Range Reduction Unit not available on Cherokee models with s1x cyhnder engine pro vides additional gear reduction for maximum...

Page 18: ...slip third differential transmits engine torque to both front and rear wheels in JUSt the right proportion as required by road conditions Optimum and speed between two front wheels automatically as re...

Page 19: ...fer case operates like a transmission It has four gear positions for operating the vehicle in a variety of condi tions 2H 2 wheel drive high range 4H 4 wheel drive high range N Neutral and 4L 4 wheel...

Page 20: ...e lever fully rearward for 4 wheel drive high range 4H Push the lever to the right and forward to the center for neutral N Push the shift lever forward and to the right for 4 wheel drive low range dri...

Page 21: ...e Low Range Shifts CJ Models To shift into 4 wheel drive low range reduce vehicle speed to 1 or 2 mph Depress clutch pedal and pull lever rearward into 4 wheel drive low 4L Release clutch pedal and co...

Page 22: ...the U shaped pattern all the way into neutral N in one contin uous motion If 4 wheel drive high 4H or low 4L is desired after using neutral It may be easier to shift into 2 wheel drive high range 2H f...

Page 23: ...speed weather and road conditions Disc brakes are self adjusting and should be re lined when necessary Power Brakes With power disc brakes optional on CJ models standard on Cherokee Wagoneer and Truc...

Page 24: ...al transmission in Reverse when leaving your vehicle and set the parking brake Twelve Ways to Save Gasoline 1 First determine to drive in a manner that saves fuel attitude is an important element of e...

Page 25: ...performance Common wasters of gasoline are Idle speed faster than specification Idle adjustment rich Initial spark retarded from spec1f1cat1on Six cylinder vehicles sold for principal use in high alti...

Page 26: ...he solu tion in the cooling system If the needle of the gauge swings far into the H hot zone it means the engine is running dangerously hot Stop and investigate WARNING If the engine is overheated be...

Page 27: ...Gauge This gauge indicates oil pressure but not oil level Pressure m vari s wit en ine speed temperature and oil viscosity Cold engines give higher readings Sustained high speeds cause _ lower reading...

Page 28: ...A C GI E J s 26 CJ Model Instrument Cluster TURN SIGNAL INDICATOR HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM FAILURE AND PARKING BRAKE WARNING LIGHT ENGINE TEMPERATURE GAUGE HEADLIGHTS HIGH BEAM INDICATOR TURN SIGNAL IN...

Page 29: ...OLDDOWN KNOB T PARKING BRAKE RELEASE LIGHT SWITCH HEADLIGHTS TAIL PARKING SIDE MARKERS INSTRUMENTS FAN CONTROL CIGARETTE LIGHTER VOLTMETER OIL PRESSURE AIR OUTLET LOUVERS GAUGE ASSIST HANDLE lljjjjj1l...

Page 30: ...neer Truck Instrument Cluster HEATING AND VENTILATING CONTROLS PARKING BRAKE WARNING LIGHT AND BRAKE SYSTEM FAILURE WARNING LIGHT FASTEN BELTS LIGHT ENGINE TEMPERATURE GAUGE ODOMETER HEADLIGHTS HIGH B...

Page 31: ...LIGHTS TAIL PARKING DOME SIDE MARKER COURTESY AND INSTRUMENTS TAILGATE WINDOW SWITCH AC AIR OUTLET LOUVER INSTRUMENT CLUSTER REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER SWITCH WINDSHIELD WIPER WASHER SWITCH AC CONTROL PANEL...

Page 32: ...the windshield washers push in on the control knob Tailgate Window Defogger The defogger 1s optional on Cherokee and Wagoneer models The electrically heated grid on the inside glass surface of the tai...

Page 33: ...ically when ready for use To preserve heating element do not hold the lighter in heating position The lighter operates when ignition key is turned to the on position Ashtray Front ashtray s located in...

Page 34: ...and ventilating controls are grouped together at the left side of the instrument cluster The controls consist of three airflow pushbuttons a sliding Temperature Control le ver and a FAN Switch With t...

Page 35: ...needed Air Conditioning Systems General When driving at normal highway speeds your Jeep air cond1 t1oning unit will provide maximum eff1c1ency However when operating your vehicle under stop and go ci...

Page 36: ...ter hoses check the radiator for rust or scaling cond1hons and make sure that the con denser 1s free of bugs or other foreign matter CJ 5 CJ 7 Models Air Conditioner Operation Before Starting Engine 1...

Page 37: ...s by preventing entry of warm air into the vehicle until the evaporator has cooled 2 Put the TEMP Control Knob in the MAX position 3 When most of the hot air has escaped from the vehicle close vent wi...

Page 38: ...ation with the manual tuning knob Push the button all the way in and release it Repeat for remaining buttons Tone 1s adjusted by turning the inner control knob clockwise to increase the treble range a...

Page 39: ...any fault in your radio which do not appear in AM broadcasting These cond1t1ons g The effective range of FM and FM Stereo broadcasts 1s f approximately 20 miles When driving away from a sta t1on 1t ma...

Page 40: ...ght side of the steering column Refer to Starting and Driving section for operating instructions Four Way Hazard Warning Flasher Push flasher button on right side of steering column and all four exter...

Page 41: ...desired pos1t1on up or down and release the lever to lock the wheel in pos1t1on ii Turn Signals The lever on the steering column left side operates the two way turn signals To signal a left turn push...

Page 42: ...Controls 4 Remove loot from accelerator speed will be automat ically controlled WARNING Do not use Cruise Command in heavy or varying trafftc or on slippery or winding roads To Disengage System Simpl...

Page 43: ...eed button on lever and release To Turn System Off Move slide switch to OFF position NOTE It is not necessary to turn the Cruise Command sys tem off in normal operatiortsince it is connected to the 1g...

Page 44: ...from the outside Cherokee Wagoneer Truck To unlock the front doors from the outside use the square headed key To lock the doors from the inside first make sure the doors are securely closed then pres...

Page 45: ...the latch pushbutton Use oval headed key if locked NOTE Be sure to lock the glove box and remove the key from the vehicle whenever it s necessary to leave the ignition key with an attendant Front Seat...

Page 46: ...oving The seat could move unexpectedly causing loss of control Tilting Passenger Seat CJ Models The passenger seat on CJ models will tilt forward to permit access to the rear cargo area or rear seat i...

Page 47: ...bench seatback swings forward for access to the seatback storage area The seatback locks automatically In the fully upright position to prevent it from tilting forward In the event of sudden stops To...

Page 48: ...rward then secure it with the holding strap on the door pillar Hook the strap over the stud on the seat frame Rear Seat Holding Strap To remove the rear seat Lift seatback release latch and fold seatb...

Page 49: ...onsists of a FASTEN BELTS indicator light and a buzzer The light wrll come on whenever the ignition is turned to the on or start positron whether or not the driver has buckled up It w 11 go off auto m...

Page 50: ...lap in direction of lap belt retractor The retractor will automat ically take up excess slack AdJust shoulder belt comfort clip by sliding it up or down so that belt is snug yet comfortable Pull belt...

Page 51: ...use the same lap shoulder belt on more than one person at a time and do not wear shoulder belt under the arm Such uses increase the chcfnce and severity of inJury in the event of an accident Belts buc...

Page 52: ...ow to the letter Many infant carriers and child seats have a webbed strap coming from the top of the back of the carrier This strap should be fastened down when you are traveling by at taching it to a...

Page 53: ...motor wires at driver s side of windshield Install holddown knobs by turning them clockwise into instrument panel Raise soft top or install hard top if desired WARNING Never drive without the windshie...

Page 54: ...C 0 0 C C ca u CD Cl CD ffl Cl 52 Cherokee Flipper Window Front Vent Window Typical Illuminate the cargo box by flipping the switch on the cab wall driver s side at rear quarter Optional Cargo Area L...

Page 55: ...RNING Keep the tailgate window closed while driving to prevent exhaust fumes from being drawn into the passenger compartment Liftgate CJ Models g Metal Cab Unlatch and swing out spare tire carrier if...

Page 56: ...When flats on hinge pins are aligned with flats on hinge 1aws hit tailgate from hinges CJ 7 Models To lower the tailgate on CJ 7 models first unsnap the tail flap 1f equipped with fabric top or raise...

Page 57: ...e cargo loading situation Tailgate Inside Latch To open to the horizontal position release the tailgate latch by pulling outward on the tailgate latch located on the outside top center portion of the...

Page 58: ...tailgate ab6ut 40 from horizontal and lift to disengage tailgate from right side hinge pin Then move the tailgate to the right to disengage fromleft side hinge pin Luggage Rack A roof top luggage rack...

Page 59: ...com pound stresses and thus m reduced gross toad ratings Mud and Snow Tires All Jeep vehicles and especially tho with Quadra Trac dnve must be equipped with the same size tires of equal circumference...

Page 60: ...ot race engine avoid spinning tires and limit rocking time to prevent transmission damage Tire Repair If it becomes necessary to repair a tire due to puncture the tire should be removed from the nm an...

Page 61: ...ssures periodically at least monthly especially when extreme changes 20 F in average seasonal temper atures occur Tire inflation pressures should be checked and adjusted when the tires are cold driven...

Page 62: ...us projectiles during a quick stop or collision CJ Models The jack and lug wrench are in a bag strapped to a plate on the vehicle floorboard at the left side of the driver s seat Cherokee Wagoneer The...

Page 63: ...g leaves and the prongs extend over the top of the spring leaves CAUTION Scissor jack must be raised at least 3 inches before contacting the vehicle or damage to thejack may result PRONGS Cherokee Wag...

Page 64: ...d Block the tire diagonally opposite to the flat tire to pre vent forward and backward movement Remove the spare tire and jack but note their position for easy replacement NOTE On Cherokee Wagoneer an...

Page 65: ...ancing with the wheel on the vehicle is recom mended with the exception of rear wheels on vehicles equip ped with the optional Trac Lok differential Front Wheel Bearing Adjustment Adjustment of wheel...

Page 66: ...64 Alignment Specification CISl C 1 baMr 1 2 TN II 3 1 3 64 to 3 32 Inch 4 1 3 64 to 3 32 Inch Front Wheel Turning Angles CJ Models Turning angle is set at 29 maximum for all tires Cherokee Wagoneer T...

Page 67: ...lease refer to Tires and Wheels section for tire changing instructions First Aid m 3 CD CD c c C CD D The American Academy of Family Physicians suggests that c every driver should be aware of a few fi...

Page 68: ...rting Procedures Push Starting WARNING If your vehicle has a manual transmission and a catalytic converter don t push or tow It to get It started In the event the engine turns over but doesn t start d...

Page 69: ...electrical components In your car the following procedure should be followed carefully Procedure 1 Place automatic transmission in Neutral or Park and set parking brake 2 Turn off lights heater and a...

Page 70: ...ttery in the other vehicle The nega tive terminal has NEG embossed adjacent to the terminal Do not connect the other end of the jumper cable to the negative terminal of the discharged battery Connect...

Page 71: ...correct assembly later secure shaft to underside of vehicle and tow with front wheels raised Automatic Tranamlulon with Quadra Trac and Low Range Reduction Unit Ignition Key Available Vehicle can be...

Page 72: ...rn the knob to the Normal position Never tow with the control knob In the Emergency Drive poaltlon or the Low Range Reduction Unit In low range Trailer Towing and Campers In order to maintain the cove...

Page 73: ...frequent air cleaner service oil and filter changes plus other heavy duty HD services as outlined in the Mechanical Maintenance Schedule Chart WARNING After operating the vehicle in deep mud sand or...

Page 74: ...ng out of 4 wheel drive This is due to a build up ottorsional stress in the drive train and is caused by the normal variations in tire diameters under dif ferent load conditions To relieve this build...

Page 75: ...n should then hold the vehicle on the hill Shifting mto reverseallows you to startthe engine without depressing the clutch the vehicle will move backward as the starter 1s engaged When the engme start...

Page 76: ...keep moving and make your turns quickly WARNING Don t travel diagonally across a hill unless abso lutely necessary Jeep Special Equipment Jeep Approved Special Equipment rs designed to adapt the vers...

Page 77: ...a feature which requires the use of a front propeller shaft front axle differential and front axle shafts Because these parts are directly connected to the front wheels they rotate when the vehicle is...

Page 78: ...component parts It s recommended that your Jeep ve hicle be driven with the hubs in the LOCK position for at least five miles once a month Selective drive hubs are a dealer installed option for all m...

Page 79: ...re it will stay until man ually returned to HOLD or RAISE position Angle To angle plow left or right move black ANGLE toggle until plow has reached desired angle Toggle w 11 self return to HOLD positi...

Page 80: ...ith grease to prevent rust and corrosion Trac Lok Rear Axle The optional Trac Lok rear axle not available with Quadra Trac provides a constant driving force to both rear wheels and reduces wheel spin...

Page 81: ...lso prolong starter life The engine block heater cord extends to the grille should be connected to a standard 110 115 volt ac electrical outlet with an appropriate extension cord Preheated engine cool...

Page 82: ...Atr Springs Front X X X X Helper Air Springs Rear X X X NA Helper Springs Coil X X Locking Gas Cap X X X Luggage Carner X X Luggage Roof Rack X X Mirror Inside Day Night X X X X Mmor Outside Right X X...

Page 83: ...cated by the performance handling or appearance of your vehicle or par ticular component While you may choose to do some of these on your own your Jeep dealer offers reliable diagnosis and repairs at...

Page 84: ...so 55 65 70 80 85 95 100 A A HO HO HO HO R R HO HO HO HD HO HO R HD E 15 30 45 60 75 90 A A A R A R R R A R R A R R R A R R HD HD E E E E E immediately after operating in sand mud water etc brake drum...

Page 85: ...Service 10 000 O fferentials Manual 30 000 Front and R 30 000 Chart 2 Complete Body Lubrication And Brake Inspection Normal S vice Every 15 000 Miles H vv Duty Sentice Every 5 000 Miles Inspection an...

Page 86: ...inspect for free movement correct as required Idle Speed and Mixture check and reset as required Coil and Spark Plug Wires inspect and replace as required Ignition Timing check and set as required Di...

Page 87: ...quired required Coil and Spark Plug Wires inspect and replace as required Ignition T1m1ng check and set as required Distributor Vacuum and Centrifugal Advance Mechanisms PCV Filter Six ylinderl clean...

Page 88: ...Dealer At MIIH Reading Performed Number or Firm or Firm 5 000 10 000 15 000 20 000 5 000 30 000 35 000 40 000 45 000 50 000 55 000 60 000 65 000 ___20 000 75 000 80 000 85 000 90 000 95 000 86 Use th...

Page 89: ...eleva tions above 1500 feet On those vehicles equipped with a catalytic converter use of leaded fuel can render the catalyst ineffective Cherokee Wagoneer Truck All engines for these models except on...

Page 90: ...sts used to rate gasoline for antiknock performance Research Octane Number and Motor Octane Number Both relate to gasoline performance tn your vehicle Federal regulations require posting of an Antikno...

Page 91: ...d rotate the blade around the tip of the arm as illustrated Rubber element Is not replaceable install new wiper blade assembly To remove blade insert screwdriver point into spring clip opening of blad...

Page 92: ...and windshield washer solvent See page 93 Hood Latch CJ Model The hood is secured to the front fenders by two hood latches one on each front side To release pull the latches straight up and turn slig...

Page 93: ...ane element The polyurethane air filter is optional on CJ models with six cylinder engines POLYURETHANE PAPER ELEMENT CARTRIDGE Paper Cartridge Air Cleaner Assembly Replace the paper cartridge at 30 0...

Page 94: ...decal affixed to the air cleaner Fuel Filter The in line fuel filter at the carburetor prevents foreign par ticles from getting into the carburetor and clogging the jets Ordinarily replacement of the...

Page 95: ...e diately with large amounts of water Get medical attention Don t smoke while checking or servicing the battery and keep open flames or sparks away from open battery filler caps since explosive gas is...

Page 96: ...50 anti freeze water mixture for refilling If you must remove the radiator cap when the engine 1s hot let the engine cool down by letting 1t idle for a few moments before removing the cap WARNING Turn...

Page 97: ...1 4 inch below the ADD mark witn tne oil at approximately 75 F room temperature If the fluid level is correctly established at room temperature 75 F it should be at the full mark on the dipstick when...

Page 98: ...Pump Fluid Level Check fluid level every 5 000 miles for normal driving and every 3 000 miles for heavy duty driving To check remove the power steering pump filler cap and observe the fluid level Wipe...

Page 99: ...s for heavy duty driving To check clean the top of the master cylinder cover and surrounding housing area The fluid level should be 1 4 inch below the rim of each half of the reservoir If not add brak...

Page 100: ...ecial driving conditions listed in the Mechanical Maintenance Schedule chart It is a good practice to change oil and filter soon after engine has reached operating temperature to as sure complete remo...

Page 101: ...g To change automatic transmission fluid proceed as follows Drain fluid 1mmed1ately after vehicle operation before 1t cools Remove the transmission bottom pan screws pan and gasket Remove 011 filter a...

Page 102: ...r After draining and refilling it may be necessary to drive the vehicle in circles in an open area both clockwise and counterclockwise for about 15 minutes to allow the fresh lubricant to enter the di...

Page 103: ...the unit to dram After 1t has drained completely move the housing back into position and tighten the bolts First fill the reduction unit to fill hole level with Quadra Trac lubricant as specified abov...

Page 104: ...necessary Install gasket and differential housing cover Tighten the cover bolts to 15 to 25 foot pounds torque Remove filler plug and add new lubricant to fill hole level Replace fill plug Model 20 Tr...

Page 105: ...become unbalanced and cause drive train vibrations Remove any undercoating using the special solvent available from the undercoater Body Lubrication Lubricate all models every 15 000 miles for normal...

Page 106: ...l as anti boil pro tection so essential during summer Thermostat The operating temperature of the engine cooling system is governed by a pre set thermostat which normally does not require replacement...

Page 107: ...ws Have a helper cycle the system on and off by alter nately turning the FAN TEMP knob on CJ vehicles blower knob from OFF to HI Observe the sight glass If a short spurt of bubbles appears when the kn...

Page 108: ...ecific checks and ad justments for proper engine performance adjustment speci fications are shown on a label located in a convenient place under the hood on CJ models On Cherokee Wagoneer and Truck mo...

Page 109: ...g it or your vehicle Don t continue to drive your vehicle if the engine regularly misfires stalls or quits Get the problem diagnosed and fixed promptly The following warning signs wlll let you know if...

Page 110: ...gh the vacuum operated and on most models exhaust back pressure mod ulated EGA metering flow control valve back into the cylin ders for additional burning This results In a significant reduction of ox...

Page 111: ...slightly beyond the normal idle setting This throttle opening causes a slight pulsation of the accelerator pedal which is normal No maintenance s required Positive Crankcase Ventilation PCV System The...

Page 112: ...engines the valve is in the lower portion of the exhaust manifold on the left side of the engine Altitude Compensation Vehicles sold for principal use in areas where the elevation 1s 4000 feet or more...

Page 113: ...ice Manual for the correct ignition timing procedure Setting Altitude Compensation Device and Ignition Timing The Altitude Compensation Device 1s located on the top por tion of the Carter YF Single Ba...

Page 114: ...built and equipped to conform at the time of sale with applicable regulations of the Federal Environmental Portectlon Agency i ued under Section 202 of the National Emlaslon Standards Act and 2 free...

Page 115: ...mufflers tailpipes and brackets is suggested to clear away damaging incrustations on the underbody structure If under coated any breaks should be promptly repaired Paint Frequent washing with clear wa...

Page 116: ...c Cleaner AMC Jeep Vinyl Roof Cleaner and Protector is specifically recom mended for vinyl trim Floor Coverings Carpeting will resist wear for a much longer time if it is vacuumed frequently to preven...

Page 117: ...recommended Extended Storage If your vehicle will not be operated for more than 30 days the following should be done in addition to the short term storage procedure 1 Wash the exterior finish 2 Run en...

Page 118: ...nder power steering pump and radiator 2 Check under vehicle and hood for leaks and for birds or animals that may be using your vehicle as a temporary home 3 Clean and attach battery cables Be sure bat...

Page 119: ...an Air Act of 1970 require that the manufacturer be in a position to contact car owners in the event a product cor rection becomes necessary Please fill in one of the postage paid cards included in th...

Page 120: ...th other than standard parts or equipment By using the SSR 0 number your Jeep dealer is ensured of obtaining the correct replacement parts and equipment Engine Code Number The six cylinder engine code...

Page 121: ...e is designed These gross ratings include the weight of the vehicle itself plus the weight of people cargo and everything that is put in or on the vehicle Since GAWR is the total allowable load on an...

Page 122: ...10 0Q X 15 B 30 30 20 NOTE Inflate tires while cold before running Do not reduce pressures 1f tires are warm Speed limited to 75 mph Rear 20 20 20 20 30 20 22 22 22 20 Sustained Driving Over65 mph 3...

Page 123: ...X 16 E 40 40 30 8400 9 50 X 16 5 D 45 45 35 7 50 X 16 E 40 40 30 NOTE Inflate tires while cold before running Do not reduce pressures 1f tires are warm Speed limited to 75 mph Rear 24 24 22 22 20 35...

Page 124: ...033 037 nch A Ignition Timing t 2 50 10 4 90 1 BTOC BTOC BTOCl3l Bl Engine Idle Speed t 100 rpm nual Transmission 850N 600N 850N Automatic Transmission 550012 Al Set timing with engine warmed and idl...

Page 125: ...ant Cerdan Joint Propeller Shalt Sleeve Yokes Model 20 Transfer Case Lithium Base Shilt Lever Model 20 Transfer Case Shilt Linkage Stffring Llnkaoe Ball Joints Steerina Shalt Universal Joint Front Whe...

Page 126: ...Wagoneer Truck Truck Auxiliary Tank Optional a O a n and replace woth Ouadra Tr c lubm ant b Capac tiM of conventional l ld Tr c Lok rear axln identical U S Measure Imperial Meaaure Metric Measure 6...

Page 127: ...43 9 43 9 Overall Width 68 6 68 6 75 6 78 9 75 6 75 6 78 9 78 9 78 9 Overal l Height 66 7 67 6 66 7 66 7 69 3 69 1 70 7 Open Body 67 6 67 6 Soft Top 71 4 71 3 Hard Top 71 3 70 5 Step Height Front 27 0...

Page 128: ...ht of Sides and Tailgate With side mounted spare tire With rear seat removed Truck Models CherokN Models Wagoneer Models J 10 Series J 20 Series Model 16 Model 17 Model 18 Model 15 Model 25 Model 45 M...

Page 129: ...Turn Signal Hazard Warning Vehicle Interior Ash Tray Clock and Steering Column Light Courtesy Dome Gauges Oil Pressure Ammeter Voltmeter on CJ Glove Box Headlamps Wiper Controls Heater Controls Instru...

Page 130: ...CHEROKEE WAGONEER 1 J g U SH ___ TAILGATE WINDOW i REAR FEED ONLY 3AMP INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FEED GAUGES WARNING LIGHTS AUTO TRANS KICKDOWN 15AMP BACKUP LAMPS CIGAR LIGHTER NOTES 1 FUSE PANEL LOCATED BE...

Page 131: ...ecial Equipment Technical Service Manual 4 50 DConsumer Information Booklet No charge NOTE For Canadian request please make check or money order pay able to Jeep of Canada Ltd Allow up to 30 days for...

Page 132: ...NOTES...

Page 133: ...Gas Mileage Record Gallons Cost Cost Miles Per Dale Odometer this Per This Gallon Fill Gallon FIii Miles Gals w...

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Page 135: ...15 Quivira Rd 1751 Old Meadow Rd area 416 625 8930 Overland Park KS 66201 Philadelphia 401 P O Drawer AA Franklin Park IL 60131 800 Chester Pike area 312 625 0300 Mail P O Box 283 Sharon Hill PA 19079...

Page 136: ...Jeep The Toughest Four Letter Word on Wheels 4th Printing 1977 Owner s Manual Part No 5461850 Litho in U S A...

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