
(3) Install fascia, refer to (Refer to 13 - FRAMES
& BUMPERS/BUMPERS/FRONT FASCIA - INSTAL-
LATION).
HEADLAMP MOUNTING
MODULE
REMOVAL
CAUTION: Take special care when handling the
HMM not to damage the upper mounting tabs. Step
#3 must be performed prior to removing HMM from
the vehicle to prevent damage to HMM.
(1) Remove fascia, refer to (Refer to 13 - FRAMES
& BUMPERS/BUMPERS/FRONT FASCIA - REMOV-
AL).
(2) Remove inner fender liner.
(3) Reach into the wheelhouse opening and disen-
gage the retainer attaching the HMM to each side of
the body.
(4) Remove bolts attaching headlamp mounting
module to body (Fig. 10).
(5) Disconnect headlamp wire harness connectors.
(6) Separate headlamp mounting module from
vehicle.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position headlamp mounting module at vehicle.
(2) Connect headlamp wire harness connectors.
(3) Engage the retainer attaching the HMM to
each side of the body.
(4) Install bolts attaching headlamp mounting
module to body (Fig. 10).
(5) Install inner fender liner.
(6) Install front fascia, refer to (Refer to 13 -
FRAMES & BUMPERS/BUMPERS/FRONT FASCIA
- INSTALLATION).
LUGGAGE RACK
REMOVAL
NOTE: The skid strips are attached to the roof
panel with adhesive.
(1) Using a trim stick, or other suitable device, pry
support cover off.
(2) If necessary, slide the crossbars to expose the
screws attaching the slide rails to the supports.
(3) Remove the screws retaining the slide rails to
the supports.
Fig. 10 Headlamp Mounting Module
1 - CONNECTOR
2 - CONNECTOR3 - MOUNTING BRACKET
4 - HEADLAMP MODULE
23 - 30 EXTERIORWJ
GRILLE (Continued)

(4) Remove the screws attaching the supports to
the roof panel.
(5) Separate the supports from the roof panel.
NOTE: If a crossbar needs to be serviced, the for-
ward or rearward supports will have to be removed.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position the supports on the roof panel and
install the screw. Be sure that the gasket is properly
seated.
(2) Position the luggage rack on the supports.
(3) Install the screws attaching the side rails to
the supports.
(4) Position the supports covers on the supports
and press into place.
SIDE VIEW MIRROR GLASS
REMOVAL
(1) With damaged mirror still on vehicle, position
mirror glass down and centered.
(2) Position a wide leverage device between the
bottom edge of the glass and the mirror shell.
(3) Firmly apply pressure in an upward direction
until glass assembly disengages from adapter plate.
(4) Disconnect the heater wire terminal, if
equipped, or the EC plug, if equipped.
INSTALLATION
(1) Connect the heater wire terminal or the EC
plug, if equipped.
(2) Position the replacement glass in the mirror
shell and align the four snap tabs with the four cav-
ities in the shell.
(3) Apply firm pressure inward until the replace-
ment glass assembly engages with the adapter plate.
Correct assembly will result in a firm click. Glass
assembly should exhibit even gaps to the shell when
complete.
(4) Pull lightly on corners of glass assembly to
ensure all four snaps are engaged and there is no
free play.
SIDE VIEW MIRROR
REMOVAL
(1) Remove door trim panel, refer to (Refer to 23 -
BODY/DOOR - FRONT/TRIM PANEL - REMOVAL).
(2) Disengage power mirror harness connector, if
equipped.
(3) Remove mirror flag seal.
(4) Remove nuts attaching mirror to door (Fig. 11).
(5) Separate mirror from door.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position mirror on door. Verify that gasket seal
is properly positioned.
(2) Install nuts attaching mirror to door (Fig. 11).
(3) Install mirror retaining nuts.
(4) Install mirror flag seal.
(5) Engage power mirror harness connector, if
equipped.
(6) Install door trim panel, refer to (Refer to 23 -
BODY/DOOR - FRONT/TRIM PANEL - INSTALLA-
TION).
Fig. 11 Side View Mirror
1 - SIDEVIEW MIRROR
2 - MIRROR FLAG SEAL
3 - CONNECTOR
WJEXTERIOR 23 - 31
LUGGAGE RACK (Continued)

ROCK RAIL
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the bolts and remove the rock rail.
(Fig. 12)
INSTALLATION
NOTE: Shims may be used to adjust rock rail posi-
tioning, if required.
(1) Loosen the rear bracket slide bolts. (Fig. 13)
(2) Install the rock rail and install the bolts.
(3) Tighten the front bolts to 27 N´m (20 ft. lbs.).
(4) Slide the rear bracket to contact the mounting
surface and tighten the rear mounting bolts to 27
N´m (20 ft. lbs.).
(5) Tighten the slide bolts to 27 N´m (20 ft. lbs.).
(6) Loosen the end cap bolts and slide the end caps
against the body.
(7) Tighten the end cap bolts.
Fig. 12 ROCK RAIL
1 - ROCK RAIL
2 - J-NUTS (3)
3 - J-NUTS (3)
4 - BOLTS (3)
5 - BOLTS (3)
Fig. 13 REAR ROCK RAIL BRACKET
1 - REAR BRACKET
2 - ROCK RAIL
3 - REAR BRACKET BOLTS (2)
4 - END CAP BOLTS (2 PER CAP)
5 - END CAP (2)
23 - 32 EXTERIORWJ

HEADLINER
REMOVAL
CAUTION: The headliner is a one-piece, molded
component. It has limited flexibility and must not be
bent. Damage may possibly result.
(1) Record radio presets and disconnect negative
battery cable.
(2) Remove A pillar trim moldings (Refer to 23 -
BODY/INTERIOR/A-PILLAR TRIM - REMOVAL).
(3) Remove B pillar upper trim moldings (Refer to
23 - BODY/INTERIOR/B-PILLAR UPPER TRIM -
REMOVAL).
(4) Remove C pillar trim moldings (Refer to 23 -
BODY/INTERIOR/C-PILLAR TRIM - REMOVAL).
(5) Remove D pillar trim molding (Refer to 23 -
BODY/INTERIOR/D-PILLAR TRIM - REMOVAL).
(6) Remove the sun visors (Refer to 23 - BODY/IN-
TERIOR/SUN VISOR - REMOVAL).
(7) Disconnect the vanity lamp electrical connector.
(8) Remove assist handles from roof rails (Refer to
23 - BODY/INTERIOR/ASSIST HANDLE - REMOV-
AL).
(9) Remove dome lamp and overhead console, if
equipped.
(10) Remove rear cargo/dome lamp.
(11) Remove sun roof pinch welt, if equipped.
(12) Disengage rear washer hose from liftgate (Fig.
9).
(13) Disengage the wire harness connectors at rear
of headliner.
(14) Disconnect the rear washer hose at the left
ªAº pillar (Fig. 10).
(15) Disengage the wire harness for the sunroof, if
equipped.
(16) Fold down the rear seats, move the front seats
full forward, and lower the front seat backs.
(17) Partially lower the headliner and disengage
the sunroof drain hoses, if equipped (Fig. 11).
(18) With the aid of an assistant, remove the head-
liner through the liftgate opening.
INSTALLATION
(1) With the aid of an assistant, position the head-
liner in the vehicle.
(2) Connect the sunroof drain hoses, if equipped.
(3) Connect the sunroof harness, the rear wire har-
nesses, and the washer hose at the ªAº pillar and at
the liftgate.
(4) Install the sunroof pinch welt, if equipped.
(5) Install the roof rail assist handles (Refer to 23 -
BODY/INTERIOR/ASSIST HANDLE - INSTALLA-
TION).
Fig. 9 Liftgate Washer Hose Routing at Rear of
Headliner
1 - ROOF
2 - REAR WASHER HOSE ROUTING
3 - REAR WASHER HOSE
4 - HEADLINER
Fig. 10 Rear Liftgate Washer Hose Routing at A
Pillar
1 - OVERHEAD CONSOLE WIRE HARNESS
2 - ROOF
3 - REAR WASHER HOSE
4 - REAR WASHER HOSE ROUTING
5 - HEADLINER
WJINTERIOR 23 - 77

PAINT
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
PAINT
SPECIFICATIONS - PAINT CODES..........81
PAINT CODE
DESCRIPTION.........................81
BASE COAT/CLEAR COAT FINISH
DESCRIPTION.........................81PAINT TOUCH-UP
DESCRIPTION.........................82
FINESSE SANDING/BUFFING & POLISHING
DESCRIPTION.........................82
PAINT
SPECIFICATIONS - PAINT CODES
EXTERIOR COLORS
EXTERIOR COLOR DAIMLERCHRYSLER
CODE
Dark Garnet Red
PearlcoatXRV
Inferno Red Tinted
PearlcoatWEL
Woodland Brown Satin
GlowYUB
Onyx Green Pearlcoat YJR
Steel Blue Pearlcoat XBQ
Patriot Blue Pearlcoat WBT
Silverstone Metallic
ClearcoatXS5
Graphite Metallic
ClearcoatZDR
Black Clearcoat DX8
Stone White Clearcoat SW1
INTERIOR COLORS
INTERIOR COLOR DAIMLERCHRYSLER
CODE
Dark Slate Grey DV
Taupe L5
Sandstone T5
Dark Slate/Light Slate DB
LAREDO FASCIA/CLADDING COLORS
COLOR DAIMLERCHRYSLER
CODE
Dark Grey Metallic XS9
PAINT CODE
DESCRIPTION
Exterior vehicle body colors are identified on the
Body Code plate. The plate is located on the in the
engine compartment and attached to the top of the
right frame rail. Refer to the Introduction section at
the front of this manual for body code plate descrip-
tion. The paint code is also identified on the Vehicle
Safety Certification Label which is located on the
drivers door shut face. The first digit of the paint
code listed on the vehicle indicates the sequence of
application, i.e.: P = primary coat, Q = secondary
coat.
BASE COAT/CLEAR COAT
FINISH
DESCRIPTION
The original equipment finish is a multi-step pro-
cess that involves cleaning, electrodeposition (e-coat),
base coat, and clear coat steps. Additionally, selected
areas of the vehicle may be coated with an anti-chip
finish.
WJPAINT 23 - 81

WEATHERSTRIP/SEALS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
B-PILLAR DOOR SEAL
REMOVAL............................105
INSTALLATION........................105
COWL WEATHERSTRIP
REMOVAL............................106
INSTALLATION........................106
FRONT DOOR GLASS RUN WEATHERSTRIP
REMOVAL............................106
INSTALLATION........................106
FRONT DOOR INNER BELT WEATHERSTRIP
REMOVAL............................106
INSTALLATION........................107
FDR OUTER BELT WEATHERSTRIP
REMOVAL............................107
INSTALLATION........................107
FLIP-UP GLASS WEATHERSTRIP
REMOVAL............................107
INSTALLATION........................107
FRONT DOOR 2ND WEATHERSTRIP
REMOVAL............................107
INSTALLATION........................107
FRONT DOOR WEATHERSTRIP
REMOVAL............................108INSTALLATION........................108
HOOD SEAL
REMOVAL............................108
INSTALLATION........................108
LIFTGATE OPENING WEATHERSTRIP
REMOVAL............................109
INSTALLATION........................109
RDR INNER BELT WEATHERSTRIP
REMOVAL............................109
INSTALLATION........................109
RDR OUTER BELT WEATHERSTRIP
REMOVAL............................109
INSTALLATION........................109
RDR SECONDARY WEATHERSTRIP
REMOVAL............................110
INSTALLATION........................110
REAR DOOR WEATHERSTRIP
REMOVAL............................110
INSTALLATION........................110
ROOF RAIL WEATHERSTRIP / RETAINR
REMOVAL............................110
INSTALLATION........................110
B-PILLAR DOOR SEAL
REMOVAL
The B-pillar seal is attached to the rear door with
adhesive tape.
(1) Peel seal from the door (Fig. 1).
INSTALLATION
(1) Clean contact area with MopartSuper Kleen
or equivalent.
(2) Remove carrier from seal.
(3) Align seal on door and press into place.
Fig. 1 B-Pillar Seal
1 - B-PILLAR SEAL
WJWEATHERSTRIP/SEALS 23 - 105

RDR SECONDARY
WEATHERSTRIP
REMOVAL
The rear door secondary weatherstrip is attached
to the door shutface with push-in fasteners.
(1) Open door.
(2) Using a trim panel removal tool, remove
push-in fasteners attaching secondary weatherstrip
to door shutface.
(3) Separate secondary weatherstrip from door
(Fig. 11).
INSTALLATION
(1) Clean contact area as necessary.
(2)
Position secondary weatherstrip on door shutface.
(3) Install push-in fasteners attaching secondary
weatherstrip to door shutface.
REAR DOOR WEATHERSTRIP
REMOVAL
(1) Remove C-pillar trim (Refer to 23 - BODY/IN-
TERIOR/C-PILLAR TRIM - REMOVAL).
(2) Remove B-pillar upper trim (Refer to 23 -
BODY/INTERIOR/B-PILLAR UPPER TRIM -
REMOVAL).
(3) Remove B-pillar lower trim(Refer to 23 -
BODY/INTERIOR/B-PILLAR LOWER TRIM -
REMOVAL).
(4) Remove screws at front of quarter trim panel.
(5) Pull weatherstrip from door opening flange.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position weatherstrip at corners.
(2) Move upward and around edge of door opening
seating weatherstrip onto flange (Fig. 7).(3) Engage connector plug with each end of weath-
erstrip at bottom of door opening.
(4) Install screws at front of quarter trim panel.
(5)
Install B-pillar lower trim (Refer to 23 - BODY/IN-
TERIOR/B-PILLAR LOWER TRIM - INSTALLATION).
(6) Install B-pillar upper trim (Refer to 23 -
BODY/INTERIOR/B-PILLAR UPPER TRIM -
INSTALLATION).
(7) Install C-pillar trim (Refer to 23 - BODY/INTE-
RIOR/C-PILLAR TRIM - INSTALLATION).
ROOF RAIL WEATHERSTRIP /
RETAINR
REMOVAL
(1) Open front and rear doors.
(2) Remove secondary seal from retainer to access
the screws holding the retainer to the A pillar and
roof panel.
(3) Remove the screws holding the retainer in
place (Fig. 12).
(4) Remove the retainer.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position the retainer on the A pillar and roof
panel.
(2) Align the screw holes and install the screws.
(3) Install secondary seal.
Fig. 11 Rear Door Secondary Weatherstrip
1 - SECONDARY WEATHERSTRIP
Fig. 12 Upper Body Seal With Retainer
1 - ROOF RAIL WEATHERSTRIP
2 - RETAINER
3 - SCREW
4 - BLOCKER
23 - 110 WEATHERSTRIP/SEALSWJ

DESCRIPTION FIGURE
REINFORCEMENT FOR FRONT ENGINE MOUNTING AND STEERING GEAR TO
FRONT INNER SILL81
LARGE AND SMALL SWAY BAR TAPPING PLATES TO FRONT INNER SILLS 82
FRONT AND REAR DOOR HINGE TAPPING PLATES 83
REAR DOOR STRIKER REINFORCEMENT 84
TAIL LAMP MOUNTING PANELS 85
ROOF PANEL TO BODYSIDE APERTURE 86
ROOF PANEL TO REAR HEADER 87
UPPER REAR HEADER TO LOWER HEADER 88
FRONT HEADER AND ROOF BOWS TO INNER PANEL 89
FRONT SEAT/SHOULDER BELT TO INNER PANEL REINFORCEMENT 90
REAR SEAT/SHOULDER BELT TO INNER PANEL REINFORCEMENT 91
FUEL FILLER GUSSET TO INNER QUARTER PANEL 92
FRONT FLOOR PAN TO SILL REINFORCEMENT 93
CENTER FLOOR PAN TO REAR SEAT CROSSMEMBER 94
FRONT FLOOR PAN TO FRONT SEAT REINFORCEMENT AND RAILS 95
CENTER FLOOR PAN TO UPPER CONTROL ARM CROSSMEMBER AND RAILS 96
REAR FLOOR PAN TO RAILS AND SPRING GUIDE CROSSMEMBER 97
REAR RAILS 98
UPPER CONTROL ARM CROSSMEMBER TO REAR RAIL 99
REAR RAIL REINFORCEMENT TO REAR RAILS 100
UPPER CONTROL ARM REINFORCEMENTS TO REAR RAIL 101
OUTER TRANSMISSION CROSSMEMBER REINFORCEMENT TO RAIL AND
BODYSIDE SILL102
BODYSIDE SILL TO FLOOR PAN 103
REAR RAILS TO REAR CROSSMEMBER 104
INNER WHEELHOUSE TO FLOOR PAN 105
INNER WHEELHOUSE TO INNER BODYSIDE APERTURE AND FLOOR PAN 106
OUTER WHEELHOUSE TO OUTER BODYSIDE APERTURE 107
OUTER WHEELHOUSE TO INNER BODYSIDE APERTURE 108
INNER BODYSIDE APERTURE TO OUTER BODYSIDE APERTURE 109
REAR INBOARD SEAT BELT REINFORCEMENT TO FLOOR PAN 110
23 - 154 BODY STRUCTUREWJ
WELD LOCATIONS (Continued)