1994 JEEP CHEROKEE Service Repair Manual

The following equipment and material are neces-
sary for body stripe/decal removal and installation:
²a commercial tape stripe/decal removal solution;
²a commercial adhesive removal solution;
²liquid dish detergent (for the wetting solution);
²a mixture of wetting solution;
²a commercial wax and silicone removal solution;
²isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol;
²a small squeegee (plastic or hard rubber);
²a water bucket and sponge;
²clean wiping rags or paper towels;
²a heat gun (or infra-red heat bulb);
²a wax pencil;
²a sharp knife, single edge razor blade or X-acto
knife;
²a pair of scissors; and
²a needle or pin.
A wetting solution assures a better bond between
the painted surface of the body and the tape stripe/
decal. Prepare a supply of wetting solution by mixing
two or three teaspoons of dish detergent with 1 gal-
lon of water.Do not use soap.
Too much detergent will reduce the effective-
ness of the mixture.
REMOVAL
The key to successful tape stripe/decal re-
moval is to apply heat to area and slowly peel
stripe/decal from panel.
(1) Clean the repaired surface, adjacent panels and
door openings as necessary.
(2) Start at one end of the tape stripe/decal and
apply heat with a heat gun. Slowly peel the stripe/
decal from the panel by pulling it back.Do not pull
the tape stripe/decal outward from the panel.
WARNING: USE THE TAPE STRIPE/DECAL RE-
MOVAL SOLUTION IN A WELL-VENTILATED AREA
ONLY.
(3) A commercial tape stripe/decal removal solution
can be used for stripe/decal removal at areas where a
heat gun is ineffective:
²mask-off the body panel area surrounding the tape
stripe/decal (Fig. 61);
²move the removal solution spray back and forth
across the complete length of the stripe/decal with a
smooth, steady motion;
²ensure that the complete stripe/decal is covered
with the solution;
²allow the stripe/decal removal solution to remain
on the stripe/decal for 20 minutes;
²after 20 minutes, peel stripe/decal away from the
flange and, starting at a corner, peel the stripe/decal
from the body (Fig. 62);
²if there is difficulty with peeling stripe/decal away
from body use a squeegee for stripe/decal removal
(Fig. 63); and²with the stripe/decal removed, scrape all the
stripe/decal removal solution from the panel surface
before proceeding.
Fig. 61 Stripe/Decal Removal Solution Application
Fig. 62 Body Stripe/Decal Removal
Fig. 63 Body Stripe/Decal Removal With A
Squeegee
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WARNING: USE THE ADHESIVE REMOVAL SOLU-
TION IN A WELL-VENTILATED AREA ONLY.
(4) After the stripe/decal is removed, remove any
adhesive remaining on body with a removal solution.
(5) After 3 to 5 minutes, use a squeegee to remove
adhesive (Fig. 64).
(6) Remove the masking tape and mask from the
panel.
(7) Wipe the panel with a cloth with a general pur-
pose cleaning solution.
BODY PANEL SURFACE PREPARATION
(1) The area that will be covered by the tape
stripe/decal must be cleaned with an cleaning solu-
tion to remove any residue paint.
(2) Freshly painted surfaces must be thoroughly dry.
(3) Clean painted surface with a commercial wax
and silicone removal solution. Wipe surface with a
clean cloth and allow to dry.
REPLACEMENT ON ONE PANEL
For large tape stripes/decals, use a clean sponge
and apply ample wetting solution:
²to the adhesive side of the tape stripe/decal, and
²to the painted panel surface.
The wetting solution will permit ease of tape stripe/
decal movement when positioning it on the panel.
(1) Align a straight edge with the existing tape
stripe/decal ends and use a wax pencil to mark a line
on the panel (Fig. 65).
If applicable, the body panel character line
can be used as the tape stripe/decal alignment
reference.
(2) Position tape stripe/decal and carrier on panel
and mark the required length with a wax pencil.
(3) Cut the stripe/decal and carrier at the required
length with scissors.
(4) Position stripe/decal and carrier on panel and
hold it in-place with pieces masking tape (Fig. 66).
(5) Lift the bottom edge of the tape stripe/decal and
carrier, use the tape sections as hinges, and reverse the
position of the stripe/decal and carrier (Fig. 67).
Fig. 65 Stripe/Decal Alignment Reference Mark
Fig. 66 Tape Stripe/Decal and Carrier Retained On
Body Panel
Fig. 67 Tape Stripe/Decal and Carrier Reversed On
Body Panel
Fig. 64 Adhesive Removal With A Squeegee
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CAUTION: Always remove the carrier from the tape
stripe/decal, never remove the tape stripe/decal
from the carrier.
(6) Bend a corner of the carrier outward with a
flick of the finger, separate the corner of the carrier
from the tape stripe/decal.
(7) Separate approximately 15 cm (6 in) of the car-
rier from one end of the tape stripe/decal (Fig. 68).
(8) Return the tape stripe/decal back to its original
position. If a wetting solution is used, position the
adhesive side of the tape stripe/decal on the panel.
Apply wetting solution to the outside of the tape
stripe/decal. Use firm strokes with a squeegee to ad-
here the tape stripe/decal to the body.
(9) Hold tape stripe/decal firmly against the panel
surface while separating the carrier from the tape
stripe/decal (Fig. 69).
(10) Where applicable, extend the tape stripe/decal
12 mm (1/2 in) beyond the door edge. Next, wrap it
around on the flange and adhere it to the door flangeFig. 70).Use care to avoid trapping air under
the tape stripe/decal.Where necessary, trim excess
tape stripe/decal.
(11) If applicable, remove the cover from the face of
the tape stripe/decal.
(12) Inspect tape stripe/decal with reflected light to
check for defects that could have developed during
the installation process. Remove all air and/or mois-
ture bubbles.
COMPLETE REPLACEMENT
The following procedure will simplify installation of
a complete or large section(s) of tape stripe/decal on a
vehicle.
Fig. 68 Tape Stripe/Decal and Carrier Separated
Fig. 69 Tape Stripe/Decal Installation
Fig. 70 Tape Stripe/Decal Installation On Door
Flange
Fig. 71 Renegade Tape Stripes/Decals
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(1) Place the tape stripe/decal on a clean, flat sur-
face with the carrier side facing upward.
(2) Bend a corner of the carrier inward and then,
with a flick of the finger, separate the corner of the
carrier from the tape stripe/decal.
CAUTION: Hold tape stripe/decal at extreme outer
edges of the corners while separating the carrier.(3) Hold tape stripe/decal firmly against the flat
surface and separate the carrier from the tape stripe/
decal.
If hot and humid, a slight jerking motion will
aid separating the carrier from the tape stripe/
decal.
(4) Use a clean sponge and apply ample wetting
solution to the tape stripe/decal adhesive and to the
painted panel surface. The solution will permit ease
of tape stripe/decal movement when positioning it on
the panel.
(5) Position adhesive-coated side of tape stripe/de-
cal on the panel with the bottom aligned with char-
acter line. Where applicable:
²align the end of the replacement tape stripe/decal
with the end of the existing tape stripe/decal, and
²correctly align the index darts and index notches.
(6) If a complete replacement tape stripe/decal is
not being installed:
²position the replacement tape stripe/decal section
at the center of the repair area,
²align it with the existing tape stripe/decal, and
²allow at least 12 mm (1/2 in) of the tape stripe/de-
cal section to overlap the existing tape stripe/decal
edges.
(7) Apply wetting solution to the outer side of the
tape stripe/decal to allow the squeegee to freely slide
while adhering the stripe/decal to the panel.
CAUTION: Avoid unnecessary pulling and stretch-
ing at the ends of the tape stripe/decal because this
could cause it to tear.
(8) Position and slide a squeegee from the center to
the ends of the tape stripe/decal. This will ensure
complete bonding of the tape stripe/decal to the
painted panel surface.
(9) If a wrinkle is trapped in the tape stripe/decal
during the squeegee operation, stop. Lift wrinkled
Fig. 72 Renegade Tape Stripe/Decal Positioning
Fig. 73 Islander Decals
Fig. 74 Sahara Decals
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area and re-align stripe/decal with panel character
line.Do not lift the tape stripe/decal if only a
few air bubbles exist.
(10) Where applicable, allow 12 mm (1/2 in) extra
tape stripe/decal to extend beyond the edges to be
folded over.
(11) Fold the excess tape stripe/decal back onto in-
side flange area.Use care to avoid trapping air
under the tape stripe/decal.Where necessary,
trim excess tape stripe/decal.
(12) Inspect tape installation with reflected light to
detect any defects that could have developed during
the installation.
(13) Remove all air and moisture bubbles from the
tape stripe/decal with a needle or pin.
(14) Install any removed components and clean the
vehicle as necessary.
EXTERIOR NAMEPLATES (ADHESIVE-BACKED)
All of the YJ exterior nameplates (Fig. 75) are at-
tached to the vehicle panels with adhesive.
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
(1) Carefully pry the nameplate (Fig. 75) from the
body outer panel.
(2) Clean the panel surface.
(3) Position the replacement nameplate (Fig. 75)
on the panel and apply inward force to seat it.
FUEL FILLER PROTECTOR/NOZZLE
REMOVAL
(1) Either remove it or support the license plate
bracket away from the fuel filler protector and nozzle
(Fig. 76).
(2) Remove the cap from the nozzle (Fig. 76).
(3) Loosen the clamps at the nozzle and separate
the hoses from the nozzle (Fig. 76).
(4) Remove the screws that attach the protector to
the body panel (Fig. 76).(5) Remove the protector and nozzle from the open-
ing in the body (Fig. 76).
(6) Remove the screws and separate the nozzle
from the protector (Fig. 76).
INSTALLATION
(1) Position the fuel filler nozzle on the protector
and install screws (Fig. 76). Tighten the screws to 2
Nzm (20 in-lbs) torque.
(2) Position the protector and the nozzle in body
panel opening, and install (Fig. 76). Tighten the
screws to 3 Nzm (25 in-lbs) torque.
(3) Attach the hoses to the tubes and tighten the
clamp screws to 3 Nzm (30 in-lbs) torque (Fig. 76).
(4) Install the cap on the nozzle (Fig. 76).
(5) If removed, install the license plate bracket.
HALF METAL DOOR MIRROR (EXTERNAL)
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the mirror base attaching screws from
the door hinge (Fig. 78).
Fig. 76 Fuel Filler Cap, Protector, Nozzle and Hoses
Fig. 78 Half Metal Door Mirror
Fig. 75 YJ Nameplate Decals
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(2) Remove the mirror from the door hinge (Fig.
78).
INSTALLATION
(1) Clean the door hinge-mirror base contact sur-
face.
(2) Position the mirror base at the door hinge (Fig.
78).
(3) Install the mirror base attaching screws in the
door hinge (Fig. 78). Tighten the attaching screws to
11 Nzm (96 in-lbs) torque.
TAILGATE SERVICE INFORMATION
The following tailgate service procedures include:
²tailgate removal/installation,
²tailgate hinge replacement,
²tailgate adjustment,
²tailgate latch removal/installation,
²tailgate lock cylinder removal/installation,
²tailgate latch striker removal/installation, and
²tailgate seal replacement.
TAILGATE SERVICE
REMOVAL
(1) For YJ Renegade vehicles:
²open the tailgate;
²remove the tailgate check rod cover by removing
the screws located at the outer edge of the cover (Fig.
80);
²use a small pry bar to pry out the rod spacer that
retains the check rod in the bracket (Fig. 81);²apply inward pressure on the rod to release it from
the bracket (Fig. 81);
²remove the check rod from the tailgate;
²remove the plastic shield from the tailgate (Fig.
81); and
²close the tailgate.
(2) For all vehicles, remove the tailgate hinge
screws with a Torx bit (Fig. 82).
(3) Disengage the latch and remove the tailgate
from the vehicle.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position and align the tailgate in the body
opening and engage the latch.
(2) Install the hinge retaining screws (Fig. 82).
Tighten the screws to 18 Nzm (156 in-lbs) torque.
(3) For YJ Renegade vehicles, install the shield,
check rod and spacer (Figs. 81 and 82). Tighten the
slide pin to 75 Nzm (55 ft-lbs) torque.
(4) For YJ Renegade vehicles, install the check rod
cover (Figs. 80 and 82). Tighten the screws to 3 Nzm
(24 in-lbs) torque.
TAILGATE HINGE
REPLACEMENT
(1) Remove the hinge retaining screws and remove
the hinge (Fig. 82).
(2) Prepare and paint the replacement hinge to
match the body paint color.
(3) Lubricate the hinge with spray lubricant.
(4) Position the hinge on the body and install the
retaining screws (Fig. 82). Tighten the screws to 18
Nzm (156 in-lbs) torque.
Fig. 80 Check Rod Cover
Removal/InstallationÐRenegade Vehicles
Fig. 81 Check Rod Spacer RemovalÐRenegade
Vehicles
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(5) Align the tailgate with the hinge and install
the hinge-to-tailgate screws (Fig. 82). Tighten the
screws to 18 Nzm (156 in-lbs) torque.
TAILGATE ADJUSTMENT
(1) Loosen the tailgate hinge-to-body screws (Fig.
82).
(2) Align the tailgate in the body opening and
tighten the hinge screws to 18 Nzm (156 in-lbs)
torque (Fig. 82).
TAILGATE LATCH AND RELEASE HANDLE
REMOVAL
(1) Open the tailgate and remove the latch trim
cover (Fig. 82).
(2) Remove the tailgate latch-to-handle rod re-
tainer and disconnect the rod from the latch (Fig.
82).
(3) Remove the latch-to-tailgate screws (Fig. 82).
(4) Remove the retainer clip from the latch-to-lock
cylinder rod and disconnect the rod from the lock cyl-
inder (Fig. 83).
(5) Remove the retainer clip from the latch-to-re-
lease handle rod and disconnect the rod from the re-
lease handle (Fig. 83).
(6) Remove the latch from the tailgate (Fig. 82).
(7) Remove the latch release handle screws (Fig.
82).
(8) Remove the release handle and seal from the
tailgate (Fig. 82).
INSTALLATION
(1) Position seal latch release handle on the tail-
gate and install screws (Fig. 82). Tighten the screws
to6Nzm (50 in-lbs) torque.
(2) Position the latch at the tailgate (Fig. 82).
(3) Install the latch retaining screws and connect
the latch rods and rod retainers (Figs. 83 and 84).
Tighten the screws to 6 Nzm (50 in-lbs) torque.
(4) Install the latch cover (Fig. 82). Tighten the
screws to 11 Nzm (96 in-lbs) torque.
TAILGATE LOCK CYLINDER
REMOVAL
(1) Open the tailgate.
(2) Remove the latch cover (Fig. 82).
(3) Remove the lock cylinder retainer clip (Fig. 85).
Fig. 82 Tailgate and Components
Fig. 83 Tailgate Latch and Rods
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(4) Disengage the lock cylinder lever (Fig. 85) from
the latch-to-lock cylinder rod.
(5) Remove the lock cylinder from the tailgate
opening.
(6) Remove the E-clip and separate the lever from
the lock cylinder (Fig. 85).
INSTALLATION
(1) Inspect the retainer clip and the gasket. As ap-
plicable, replace if distorted or damaged.
(2) Attach the lever to the lock cylinder with the
E-clip and position the lock cylinder in the tailgate
opening (Fig. 85).
(3) Connect the latch-to-lock cylinder rod to the le-
ver.
(4) Install the lock cylinder retainer clip (Fig. 85).(5) Install the latch cover (Fig. 82). Tighten the
screws to 11 Nzm (96 in-lbs) torque.
TAILGATE LATCH STRIKER
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the striker from the bracket with a
Torx bit (Fig. 86).
(2) Remove the plate, shim and washer from the
bracket (Fig. 86).
(3) Remove the retaining screws and the striker
bracket from the tailgate reinforcement bracket (Fig.
86).
INSTALLATION
(1) Position the striker bracket on the tailgate and
install the retaining screws in the reinforcement
bracket (Fig. 86). Tighten the screws to 11 Nzm (96
in-lbs) torque.
(2) Position the washer, shim and plate on the
striker bracket (Fig. 86).
(3) Install the striker in the bracket with a Torx
bit (Fig. 86). Tighten the striker to 71 Nzm (52 ft-lbs)
torque while retaining the striker plate in-place.
TAILGATE WEATHERSTRIP SEAL
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the seal retaining rivets (Fig. 87).
(2) Carefully separate the seal and the retainers
from the tailgate edge (Fig. 87).
(3) If the original seal will be installed, clean it
with a dampened cloth.
(4) Clean the seal contact surface on the tailgate
(Fig. 87).
(5) Inspect the seal and retainers (Fig. 87). Replace
the seal if damaged.
Fig. 84 Tailgate Latch Installation
Fig. 85 Tailgate Lock Cylinder Removal/Installation
Fig. 86 Tailgate Latch Striker Removal/Installation
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