2002 JEEP LIBERTY Transmi

2.4L ENGINES
(1) Disconnect the oxygen sensors.
(2) Remove the two bolts and flanged nuts at the
manifold (Fig. 1).
(3) Lower the catalyst assembly and slide out of
the mount at the transmission (if equipped).
(4) Remove the catalyst assembly from the vehicle.
3.7L ENGINES
NOTE: Do not remove nut from T-Bolt. Only remove
nut far enough, so that the T end can be removed
from the clamp.
(1) Remove the T bolt end of the fastener, from the
clamp.
(2) Spread the clamp, and remove the catalytic
converter from the vehicle.
(3) Discard the clamp (Fig. 2).
NOTE: The catalytic converter to exhaust manifold
clamp is not reusable. Always use a new clamp
when reinstalling the catalytic converter.
INSPECTION
Look at the stainless steel body of the converter,
inspect for bulging or other distortion that could be a
result of overheating. If the converter has a heat
shield attached make sure it is not bent or loose.
If you suspect internal damage to the catalyst, tap-
ping the bottom of the catalyst with a rubber mallet
may indicate a damaged core.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position the catalytic converter onto the
exhaust pipe flange connection. Tighten the nuts to
28 N´m (250 in. lbs.) torque.
(2) Install the muffler onto the catalytic converter
until the alignment tab is inserted into the align-
ment slot.
(3) Install the exhaust clamp at the muffler and
catalytic converter connection. Tighten the clamp
nuts to 47 N´m (35 ft. lbs.) torque.
(4) Connect oxygen sensor wiring.
(5) Lower the vehicle.
(6) Start the engine and inspect for exhaust leaks
and exhaust system contact with the body panels.
Adjust the alignment, if needed.
Fig. 1 2.4L CATALYST ASSEMBLY - 4x4
1- FLANGED NUT
2- CATALYST ASSEMBLY
3- BOLT
4- HANGER
5- NUT
Fig. 2 Catalyst Removal
1 - V-Clamp
2 - Catalytic Converter
3 - Flange
4 - Crossover Pipe
5 - T-Bolt
KJEXHAUST SYSTEM 11s - 3
CATALYTIC CONVERTER (Continued)

SPECIFICATIONS - TORQUE
DESCRIPTION N´m Ft. Lbs. In. Lbs.
ENGINE CRADLE CROSSMEMBER INNER RAIL BOLTS 47 35 Ð
ENGINE CRADLE CROSSMEMBER MOUNTING BOLTS 122 90 Ð
ENGINE MOUNT THROUGH BOLTS/NUTS 88 65 Ð
FRONT SKID PLATE BOLTS 61 45 Ð
FRONT TOW HOOK NUTS/BOLT 61 45 Ð
FUEL TANK SKID PLATE 88 65 Ð
REAR CROSSMEMBER BOLTS 47 35 Ð
REAR TOW HOOK BOLTS 88 65 Ð
TRAILER HITCH BOLTS 88 65 Ð
TRANSFER CASE SKID PLATE BOLTS 34 25 Ð
TRANSMISSION MOUNT THROUGH BOLT/NUT 88 65 Ð
FRONT SKID PLATE
REMOVAL
(1) Raise and support the vehicle.
(2) Remove the skid plate bolts and remove the
skid plate. (Fig. 7)
INSTALLATION
(1) Install the skid plate.
(2) Install the bolts and tighten to 61 N´m (45 ft.
lbs.).
ENGINE CRADLE
CROSSMEMBER
REMOVAL
(1) Install a suitable engine support tool.
(2) Raise and support the vehicle.
(3) Remove the lower control arms. (Refer to 2 -
SUSPENSION/FRONT/LOWER CONTROL ARM -
REMOVAL)
(4) Remove the sway bar. (Refer to 2 - SUSPEN-
SION/FRONT/STABILIZER BAR - REMOVAL)
(5) Remove the front axle, if equipped. (Refer to 3 -
DIFFERENTIAL & DRIVELINE/FRONT AXLE -
REMOVAL)
(6) Remove the power steering rack. (Refer to 19 -
STEERING/GEAR - REMOVAL)
(7) Loosen the engine mount through bolts.
(8) Support the engine cradle with a suitable lift-
ing device.
(9) Using a grease pencil or equivalent, mark the
location of the engine support cradle.
(10) Remove the engine cradle bolts and remove
the engine cradle.
INSTALLATION
(1) Raise and support the vehicle.
(2) Using a suitable lifting device raise the engine
cradle into the vehicle while lining up the engine
mount through bolts.
Fig. 7 SKID PLATE
1 - SKID PLATE
2 - BOLTS (4)
13 - 6 FRAMES & BUMPERSKJ
FRAME (Continued)

(3) Align the engine cradle to the marks made dur-
ing removal and install the mounting and inner rail
bolts.
(4) Tighten the mounting bolts to 122 N´m (90 ft.
lbs.).
(5) Tighten the inner rail bolts to 47 N´m (35 ft.
lbs.).
(6) Tighten the engine mount through bolts to 88
N´m (65 ft. lbs.).
(7) Install the power steering rack. (Refer to 19 -
STEERING/GEAR - INSTALLATION)
(8) Install the front axle, if equipped. (Refer to 3 -
DIFFERENTIAL & DRIVELINE/FRONT AXLE -
INSTALLATION)
(9) Install the stabilizer bar. (Refer to 2 - SUS-
PENSION/FRONT/STABILIZER BAR - INSTALLA-
TION)
(10) Install the lower control arms. (Refer to 2 -
SUSPENSION/FRONT/LOWER CONTROL ARM -
INSTALLATION)
(11) Lower the vehicle and remove the engine sup-
port tool.
TRANSFER CASE SKID PLATE
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the bolts and remove the skid plate.
(Fig. 8)
INSTALLATION
(1) Install the skid plate.
(2) Install the bolts and tighten to 34 N´m (25 ft.
lbs.).
REAR CROSSMEMBER
REMOVAL
(1) Raise and support the vehicle.
(2) Support the transmission with a suitable lifting
device.
(3) Remove the transmission mount through bolt.
(4) Remove the crossmember bolts and remove the
crossmember. (Fig. 9)
INSTALLATION
(1) Install the crossmember and install the bolts.
(2) Tighten the bolts to 47 N´m (35 ft. lbs.)
(3) Install transmission mount through bolt and
tighten to 88 N´m (65 ft. lbs.).
Fig. 8 SKID PLATE
1 - SKID PLATE
2 - BOLTS
Fig. 9 CROSS MEMBER
1 - CROSSMEMBER
2 - BOLTS
KJFRAMES & BUMPERS 13 - 7
ENGINE CRADLE CROSSMEMBER (Continued)

WARNING: THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD, EXHAUST
PIPES AND CATALYTIC CONVERTER BECOME
VERY HOT DURING ENGINE OPERATION. ALLOW
ENGINE TO COOL BEFORE REMOVING OXYGEN
SENSOR.
(1) Raise and support vehicle.
(2) Disconnect wire connector from O2S sensor.
CAUTION: When disconnecting sensor electrical
connector, do not pull directly on wire going into
sensor.
(3) Remove O2S sensor with an oxygen sensor
removal and installation tool.
(4) Clean threads in exhaust pipe using appropri-
ate tap.
INSTALLATION
Threads of new oxygen sensors are factory coated
with anti-seize compound to aid in removal.DO
NOT add any additional anti-seize compound to
threads of a new oxygen sensor.
(1) Install O2S sensor. Tighten to 30 N´m (22 ft.
lbs.) torque.
(2) Connect O2S sensor wire connector.
(3) Lower vehicle.
THROTTLE BODY
DESCRIPTION
The throttle body is located on the intake manifold.
Fuel does not enter the intake manifold through the
throttle body. Fuel is sprayed into the manifold by
the fuel injectors.
OPERATION
Filtered air from the air cleaner enters the intake
manifold through the throttle body. The throttle body
contains an air control passage controlled by an Idle
Air Control (IAC) motor. The air control passage is
used to supply air for idle conditions. A throttle valve
(plate) is used to supply air for above idle conditions.
Certain sensors are attached to the throttle body.
The accelerator pedal cable, speed control cable and
transmission control cable (when equipped) are con-
nected to the throttle body linkage arm.
A (factory adjusted) set screw is used to mechani-
cally limit the position of the throttle body throttle
plate.Never attempt to adjust the engine idle
speed using this screw.All idle speed functions are
controlled by the PCM.
REMOVAL
2.4L
A (factory adjusted) set screw is used to mechani-
cally limit the position of the throttle body throttle
plate.Never attempt to adjust the engine idle
speed using this screw.All idle speed functions are
controlled by the Powertrain Control Module (PCM).
(1) Remove air cleaner tube at throttle body.
(2) Disconnect throttle body electrical connectors
at IAC motor and TPS.
(3) Remove all control cables from throttle body
(lever) arm. Refer to the Accelerator Pedal and Throt-
tle Cable section for removal/installation procedures.
(4) Disconnect necessary vacuum lines at throttle
body.
(5) Remove 3 throttle body mounting bolts (Fig.
23).
(6) Remove throttle body from intake manifold.
(7) Check condition of old throttle body-to-intake
manifold o-ring.
3.7L
A (factory adjusted) set screw is used to mechani-
cally limit the position of the throttle body throttle
plate.Never attempt to adjust the engine idle
speed using this screw.All idle speed functions are
controlled by the Powertrain Control Module (PCM).
(1) Remove air cleaner tube at throttle body.
(2) Disconnect throttle body electrical connectors
at IAC motor and TPS.
Fig. 23 THROTTLE BODY MOUNTING BOLTS - 2.4L
1 - THROTTLE BODY
2 - IGNITION COIL
3 - MOUNTING BOLTS (3)
KJFUEL INJECTION 14 - 43
OXYGEN SENSOR (Continued)

THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR
DESCRIPTION
The 3±wire Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) is
mounted on the throttle body and is connected to the
throttle blade shaft.
OPERATION
The 3±wire TPS provides the Powertrain Control
Module (PCM) with an input signal (voltage) that
represents the throttle blade position of the throttle
body. The sensor is connected to the throttle blade
shaft. As the position of the throttle blade changes,
the output voltage of the TPS changes.
The PCM supplies approximately 5 volts to the
TPS. The TPS output voltage (input signal to the
PCM) represents the throttle blade position. The
PCM receives an input signal voltage from the TPS.
This will vary in an approximate range of from .26
volts at minimum throttle opening (idle), to 4.49 volts
at wide open throttle. Along with inputs from other
sensors, the PCM uses the TPS input to determine
current engine operating conditions. In response to
engine operating conditions, the PCM will adjust fuel
injector pulse width and ignition timing.
The PCM needs to identify the actions and position
of the throttle blade at all times. This information is
needed to assist in performing the following calcula-
tions:
²Ignition timing advance
²Fuel injection pulse-width
²Idle (learned value or minimum TPS)
²Off-idle (0.06 volt)
²Wide Open Throttle (WOT) open loop (2.608
volts above learned idle voltage)
²Deceleration fuel lean out
²Fuel cutoff during cranking at WOT (2.608 volts
above learned idle voltage)
²A/C WOT cutoff (certain automatic transmis-
sions only)
REMOVAL
2.4L
The Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) is mounted to
the throttle body (Fig. 31).
(1) Disconnect TPS electrical connector.
(2) Remove 2 TPS mounting screws.
(3) Remove TPS.
Fig. 31 TPS/IAC MOTOR - 2.4L
1 - THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR (TPS)
2 - MOUNTING SCREWS
3 - IDLE AIR CONTROL MOTOR (IAC)
4 - MOUNTING SCREWS
KJFUEL INJECTION 14 - 47

(4) Remove the steering wheel with an appropriate
puller (Fig. 1) (Refer to 19 - STEERING/COLUMN/
STEERING WHEEL - REMOVAL).
(5) Remove knee blocker cover and knee blocker,
(Refer to 23 - BODY/INSTRUMENT PANEL/KNEE
BLOCKER - REMOVAL). (Fig. 2)
(6) Remove screws from the lower column shroud
(Fig. 3) and remove both the upper and lower
shrouds.
(7) Turn ignition key to the on position.(8) If vehicle is equipped with automatic transmis-
sion, disconnect shifter interlock cable from the col-
umn.
(9) Remove the steering coupler bolt and column
mounting nuts and bolts (Fig. 4) then lower column
off the mounting studs.
(10) Disconnect and remove the wiring harness
from the column (Fig. 5).
(11) Slide the shifter interlock cable from the tie
straps.
(12) Remove column.
(13) Transfer the necessary parts if needed.
(14) Remove clock spring (Fig. 6), switches, (SKIM
if equipped) (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/RE-
STRAINTS/CLOCKSPRING - REMOVAL).
Fig. 1 Steering Wheel Puller
1 - PULLER C-3894-A
2 - STEERING WHEEL
Fig. 2 KNEE BLOCKER
Fig. 3 SHROUD REMOVAL/INSTALL
1 - Upper Shroud
2 - Lower Shroud
Fig. 4 STEERING COLUMN MOUNTING
1 - Steering Column
2 - Mounting Holes
19 - 6 COLUMNKJ
COLUMN (Continued)

SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE CHART
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
DESCRIPTION N´m Ft. Lbs. In. Lbs.
Tilt Steering Column
Steering Wheel Bolt54 40 Ð
Tilt Steering Column
Mounting Bolts17 Ð 150
Tilt Steering Column
Coupler Bolt49 36 Ð
Non-Tilt Steering Column
Steering Wheel Bolt54 40 Ð
Non-Tilt Steering Column
Mounting Bolts17 Ð 150
Non-Tilt Steering Column
Coupler Bolt49 36 Ð
Ignition Switch Screws 2 Ð 17
SPECIAL TOOLS
STEERING COLUMN
IGNITION SWITCH
DESCRIPTION
The electrical ignition switch is located on the
steering column. It is used as the main on/off switch-
ing device for most electrical components. The
mechanical key lock cylinder is used to engage/disen-
gage the electrical ignition switch.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - IGNITION SWITCH
ELECTRICAL DIAGNOSIS
For ignition switch electrical schematics, Refer to
the appropriate section for the component.
MECHANICAL DIAGNOSIS (KEY DIFFICULT TO
ROTATE)
Vehicles equipped with an automatic trans-
mission and a floor mounted shifter:a cable is
used to connect the interlock device in the steering
column assembly, to the transmission floor shift
lever. This interlock system is used to lock the trans-
mission shifter in the PARK position when the key
lock cylinder is rotated to the LOCKED or ACCES-
SORY position. If the ignition key is difficult to
rotate to or from the LOCK or ACCESSORY position,
it may not be the fault of the key cylinder or the
steering column components. The brake transmission
shift interlock cable may be out of adjustment. (Refer
to 21 - TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE/AUTOMATIC
- 30RH/GEAR SHIFT CABLE - ADJUSTMENTS).
The interlock system within the steering column is
not serviceable. If repair is necessary, the steering
column assembly must be replaced. (Refer to 19 -
STEERING/COLUMN - REMOVAL).
Vehicles equipped with a manual transmis-
sion and a floor mounted shifter:on certain mod-
els, a button is located on the steering column behind
the ignition key lock cylinder. The button must be
manually depressed to allow rotation of the ignition
key lock cylinder to the LOCK or ACCESSORY posi-
tion. If it is difficult to rotate the key to the LOCK or
ACCESSORY position, the lever mechanism may be
defective. This mechanism is not serviceable. If
repair is necessary, the steering column assembly
must be replaced.(Refer to 19 - STEERING/COL-
UMN - REMOVAL).
Puller C-3894-A
19 - 8 COLUMNKJ
COLUMN (Continued)

KEY-IN IGNITION SWITCH
DESCRIPTION
The key-in ignition switch is integral to the igni-
tion switch, which is mounted on the left side of the
steering column, opposite the ignition lock cylinder.
It closes a path to ground for the instrument cluster
chime warning circuitry when the ignition key is
inserted in the ignition lock cylinder and the driver
door jamb switch is closed (driver door is open). The
key-in ignition switch opens the ground path when
the key is removed from the ignition lock cylinder.
The key-in ignition switch cannot be repaired and,
if faulty or damaged, the entire ignition switch must
be replaced. (Refer to 19 - STEERING/COLUMN/IG-
NITION SWITCH - REMOVAL).
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - KEY-IN IGNITION
SWITCH
For circuit descriptions and diagrams, Refer to the
appropriate sections on the individual components.
WARNING: ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AIR-
BAGS, REFER TO ELECTRICAL - PASSIVE
RESTRAINT SYSTEMS BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY
STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, OR
INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR
SERVICE. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRE-
CAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIR-
BAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL
INJURY.
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable. Remove the steering column shrouds. Unplug
the key-in ignition switch wire harness connector
from the ignition switch.
(2) Check for continuity between the key-in switch
sense circuit and the left front door jamb switch
sense circuit terminals of the key-in ignition switch.
There should be continuity with the key in the igni-
tion lock cylinder, and no continuity with the key
removed from the ignition lock cylinder. If OK, go to
Step 3. If not OK, replace the faulty ignition switch
assembly.
(3) Check for continuity between the left front door
jamb switch sense circuit cavity of the key-in ignition
switch wire harness connector and a good ground.
There should be continuity with the driver door open,
and no continuity with the driver door closed. If OK,
see the diagnosis for Instrument Cluster in this
group. If not OK, repair the circuit to the driver door
jamb switch as required.
LOCK CYLINDER
REMOVAL
The ignition key must be in the key cylinder for
cylinder removal. The key cylinder must be removed
first before removing ignition switch.
(1) If equipped with an automatic transmission,
place shifter in PARK position.
(2) Remove the lower shroud cover.
(3) Remove the remote keyless entry (R.K.E.) mod-
ule.
(4) Remove the halo ring around the lock cylinder.
(5) Rotate key to ON position.
(6) A release tang is located on bottom of key cyl-
inder (Fig. 10).
(7) Position a small screwdriver or pin punch into
tang access hole on bottom of steering column (Fig.
11).
(8) Push the pin punch up while pulling key cylin-
der from steering column.
Fig. 10 LOCK CYLINDER RELEASE TANG
1 - Lock Cylinder
2 - Release Tang
19 - 10 COLUMNKJ