1988 JEEP CHEROKEE Service Repair Manual

ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS
WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS TABLE








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Application Specification
Cherokee, Comanche,
Wrangler & Wagoneer
Ride Height in Inches ........................... .....
Adjustment Procedures ........................... .....
Camber in Degrees (Fraction) .............. -1/2 to 1/2
Camber in Degrees (Decimal) ............. -0.50 to 0.50
Caster in Degrees (Fraction) ................... 7 to 8
Caster in Degrees (Decimal) ................ 7.0 to 8.0
Toe-In in Inches (Fraction) .............. 1/32 to 1/32
Toe-In in Inches (Decimal) ............. 0.031 to 0.031
Toe-In in Degrees (Fraction) ............. 1/16 to 1/16
Toe-In in Degrees (Decimal) ............ 0.063 to 0.063
Toe-Out on Turns
Inner .......................................... NS
Outer .......................................... NS
Steering Axis Inclination (SAI) ................ 8 1/2

Grand Wagoneer
Ride Height in Inches ........................... .....
Adjustment Procedures ........................... .....
Camber in Degrees (Fraction)................... 0 to 1/2
Camber in Degrees (Decimal) .................. 0 to 0.5
Caster in Degrees (Fraction) ................... 4 to 5
Caster in Degrees (Decimal) ................ 4.0 to 5.0
Toe-In in Inches (Fraction) .............. 3/64 to 3/32
Toe-In in Inches (Decimal) ............. 0.047 to 0.094
Toe-In in Degrees (Fraction) ............. 3/32 to 3/16
Toe-In in Degrees (Decimal) ............ 0.094 to 0.188
Toe-Out on Turns
Inner .......................................... NS
Outer .......................................... NS
Steering Axis Inclination (SAI) ................ 8 1/2

NS - Information not available from manufacturer.








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RIDING HEIGHT SPECIFICATIONS
Inflate tires to proper air pressure. Specifications can be
found on door pillar or in glove box. Cargo compartment must by
empty. Fuel tank should be full. Bounce vehicle up and down to
normalize ride height. Ride height specifications in regard to setting
camber and caster are not provided by the manufacturer.

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WHEEL A LIG NM EN T T H EO RY/O PER ATIO N

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GENERAL INFORMATION
Wheel Alignment Theory & Operation
ALL MODELS
* PLEASE READ THIS FIRST *
NOTE: This article is intended for general information purposes
only. This information may not apply to all makes and models.
PRE-ALIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL ALIGNMENT CHECKS
Before adjusting wheel alignment, check the following:
* Each axle uses tires of same construction and tread style,
equal in tread wear and overall diameter. Verify that radial
and axial runout is not excessive. Inflation should be at
manufacturer's specifications.
* Steering linkage and suspension must not have excessive play.
Check for wear in tie rod ends and ball joints. Springs must
not be sagging. Control arm and strut rod bushings must not
have excessive play. See Fig. 1.
Fig. 1: Checking Steering Linkage
* Vehicle must be on level floor with full fuel tank, no
passenger load, spare tire in place and no load in trunk.
Bounce front and rear end of vehicle several times. Confirm

vehicle is at normal riding height.
* Steering wheel must be centered with wheels in straight ahead
position. If required, shorten one tie rod adjusting sleeve
and lengthen opposite sleeve (equal amount of turns). See
Fig. 2.
* Wheel bearings should have the correct preload and lug nuts
must be tightened to manufacturer's specifications. Adjust
camber, caster and toe-in using this sequence. Follow
instructions of the alignment equipment manufacturer.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to correct alignment by straightening parts.
Damaged parts must be replaced.
Fig. 2: Adjusting Tie Rod Sleeves (Top View)
CAMBER
1) Camber is the tilting of the wheel, outward at either top
or bottom, as viewed from front of vehicle. See Fig. 3.
2) When wheels tilts outward at the top (from centerline of
vehicle), camber is positive. When wheels tilt inward at top, camber
is negative. Amount of tilt is measured in degrees from vertical.

Fig. 3: Determining Camber Angle
CASTER
1) Caster is tilting of front steering axis either forward or
backward from vertical, as viewed from side of vehicle. See Fig. 4.
2) When axis is tilted backward from vertical, caster is
positive. This creates a trailing action on front wheels. When axis is
tilted forward, caster is negative, causing a leading action on front
wheels.
Fig. 4: Determining Caster Angle
TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT
Toe-in is the width measured at the rear of the tires

subtracted by the width measured at the front of the tires at about
spindle height. A positive figure would indicate toe-in and a negative
figure would indicate toe-out. If the distance between the front and
rear of the tires is the same, toe measurement would be zero. To
adjust:
1) Measure toe-in with front wheels in straight ahead
position and steering wheel centered. To adjust toe-in, loosen clamps
and turn adjusting sleeve or adjustable end on right and left tie
rods. See Figs. 2 and 5.
2) Turn equally and in opposite directions to maintain
steering wheel in centered position. Face of tie rod end must be
parallel with machined surface of steering rod end to prevent binding.
3) When tightening clamps, make certain that clamp bolts are
positioned so there will be no interference with other parts
throughout the entire travel of linkage.
Fig. 5: Wheel Toe-In (Dimension A Less Dimension B)
TOE-OUT ON TURNS
1) Toe-out on turns (turning radius) is a check for bent or
damaged parts, and not a service adjustment. With caster, camber, and
toe-in properly adjusted, check toe-out with weight of vehicle on
wheels.
2) Use a full floating turntable under each wheel, repeating
test with each wheel positioned for right and left turns. Incorrect
toe-out generally indicates a bent steering arm. Replace arm, if
necessary, and recheck wheel alignment.

STEERING AXIS INCLINATION
1) Steering axis inclination is a check for bent or damaged
parts, and not a service adjustment. Vehicle must be level and camber
should be properly adjusted. See Fig. 6.
2) If camber cannot be brought within limits and steering
axis inclination is correct, steering knuckle is bent. If camber and
steering axis inclination are both incorrect by approximately the same
amount, the upper and lower control arms are bent.
Fig. 6: Checking Steering Axis Inclination

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WIP ER /W ASH ER S YSTE M

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1988 Wiper/Washer Systems
JEEP
All Models
DESCRIPTION
Jeep vehicles use a 2-speed electric motor, which is a
compound wound (series and shunt) type. A crank arm, attached
externally to gear shaft, operates linkage which activates wiper
blades.
All models have an optional intermittent feature. All models
use an electric washer system consisting of a motor, reservoir, and
necessary hoses and nozzles.
Some Cherokee and Wagoneer models are equipped with rear
wipers. The rear motor is a single-speed motor with an automatic park
feature. The circuit is protected by a separate 4.5-amp circuit
breaker attached to brake pedal support.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
WIPER INOPERATIVE OR OPERATES AT ONE SPEED ONLY
1) If wiper does not operate on either speed, check for
binding or interference of linkage. If okay, place wiper switch on
"LO" and then on "HI" setting. Connect a test light between terminals
of wiring harness plug that connects to motor.
2) Check for power at White wire with tracer and Black
(ground) wire terminal for low speed. Check between Dk. Blue with
tracer and Black wire terminal for high speed.
3) If light does not glow, check ignition switch, wiper
switch, harness or terminals for open circuits. If light glows, check
for loose or misaligned connection between wiring harness plug and
motor plug. If okay, replace wiper motor.
WIPERS DO NOT PARK
1) Disconnect motor and connect Gray lead to White lead.
Apply 12 volts to Blue lead. Replace motor if it fails to park. If it
parks, turn ignition switch on, and wiper switch to "PARK".
2) Connect a test light to Lt. Green wire with tracer and to
ground at motor plug.
3) Check continuity between Tan wire with tracer and White
wire with tracer.
4) If test light does not glow, check harness connections
between motor and instrument panel switch. If okay, replace panel
switch. If not okay, repair harness connection.
WIPER MOTOR QUITS WHILE WIPING
1) With engine idling and blower motor on high, operate
wipers at high speed setting for 5 cycles consisting of 3 seconds of
water and 57 seconds of drying.
2) If motor struggles to a complete stop, clean glass and
replace blades. Repeat test. If motor stops, test circuit breaker in
panel switch. If motor stopped suddenly in original test, check
circuit breaker. Repeat test. If motor stops, replace motor.

ALL FUNCTIONS OKAY EXCEPT INTERMITTENT WIPE
1) If blades stop and start erratically, test circuit
breaker. If okay, check wiper switch continuity. If continuity is
present, check continuity of wiring between switch, governor and
ground. Repair wiring or replace governor as necessary.
2) If operation is intermittent on low speed only, check for
loose connections at governor by disconnecting governor and connecting
switch directly to instrument panel harness.
3) If all functions except pulse and mist work, replace
governor. If functions are not okay, recheck wiring and replace
governor.
WINDSHIELD WASHER DOES NOT OPERATE
1) If motor runs but does not pump, check fluid level. If
level is okay, check for split, loose, pinched or kinked hoses. Check
for restrictions at nozzles. Check for reversed wire leads to motor.
2) If motor does not run, check for blown fuse. Replace fuse,
if necessary. If fuse is okay, disconnect plug at reservoir and check
for power by connecting a test light across connector terminals.
Energize washer circuit by closing washer and ignition switches.
3) If no power is present, check for open ground wire or
defective wiper/washer switch. Repair or replace as necessary. If
power is present, reconnect plug to motor and check for tight
connection. If motor does not run, replace pump motor.
REMOVAL & INSTALLATION
REAR WIPER SWITCH
Removal & Installation
Remove instrument panel bezel and switch housing panel.
Disconnect switch connector, slightly depress switch mounting tabs and
remove switch. To install, reverse removal procedure.
REAR WIPER MOTOR
Removal & Installation
1) Remove wiper arm from pivot pin by depressing tab and
pulling arm straight out. Disconnect washer hose. Remove pivot pin
retaining nut and interior trim panel. Remove rear wiper motor
attaching screws and remove wiper motor.
2) To install, reverse removal procedure. Wiper blade should
be parallel to window in parked position (3/8-3/4" from bottom of
window) and come no closer than 3/16" to window seal when operated on
a wet window.
WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR
Removal & Installation
Remove wiper arm assemblies by lifting blades off windshield
and pulling out tab that locks blade in up position. Remove cowl trim
panel. Disconnect washer hose. Remove cowl mounting bracket attaching
nuts and pivot pin screws. Disconnect wiring harness and remove wiper
motor. To install, reverse removal procedure.