2002 JEEP LIBERTY torque

(5) Install the power steering pressure hose
bracket (Fig. 3).
(6) Install the lower coupler bolt and slide the cou-
pler on to the gear (Fig. 2).
(7) Install the tie rod end to the knuckle and
tighten the nuts.
(8) Install the tire and wheel assembly. (Refer to
22 - TIRES/WHEELS/WHEELS - STANDARD PRO-
CEDURE).
(9) Install the skid plate(Refer to 13 - FRAME &
BUMPERS/FRAME/FRONT SKID PLATE - INSTAL-
LATION).(10) Lower the vehicle.
(11) Unlock the steering wheel.
(12) Fill the power steering fluid (Refer to 19 -
STEERING/PUMP - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
(13) Reset the toe and center the steering wheel
(Refer to 2 - SUSPENSION/WHEEL ALIGNMENT -
STANDARD PROCEDURE).
SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE CHART
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
DESCRIPTION N´m Ft. Lbs. In. Lbs.
Rack and Pinion Steering
Gear
Gear to Frame Bolts162 120 Ð
Rack and Pinion Steering
Gear
Intermediate Shaft Bolt49 36 Ð
Tie Rod End
Knuckle Nut108 80 Ð
Tie Rod End
Jam Nut75 55 Ð
Power Steering Line
Pressure Line35 25 Ð
Power Steering Line
Return Line35 25 Ð
SPECIAL TOOLS
OUTER TIE ROD END REMOVAL TOOL
Puller C-3894-A
KJGEAR 19 - 15
GEAR (Continued)

PUMP
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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PUMP
DESCRIPTION.........................17
OPERATION...........................17
STANDARD PROCEDURE - POWER
STEERING PUMP - INITIAL OPERATION....18
REMOVAL
REMOVAL - 3.7L......................18
REMOVAL - 2.4L......................18
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION - 3.7L..................19
INSTALLATION - 2.4L..................19
SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE CHART......................19
SPECIAL TOOLS
POWER STEERING PUMP..............20
FLUID COOLER
DESCRIPTION.........................20
OPERATION...........................20
REMOVAL.............................20
INSTALLATION.........................20
HOSES
REMOVAL
REMOVAL - PRESSURE HOSE...........21
REMOVAL - RETURN HOSE (GEAR TO THE
COOLER)...........................21REMOVAL - RETURN HOSE (RESERVOIR
TO THE COOLER).....................21
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION - PRESSURE HOSE.......21
INSTALLATION - RETURN HOSE (GEAR TO
THE COOLER)........................22
INSTALLATION - RETURN HOSE
(RESERVOIR TO THE COOLER)..........22
POWER STEERING PRESSURE SWITCH
DESCRIPTION.........................22
OPERATION...........................22
REMOVAL.............................22
INSTALLATION.........................22
PULLEY
REMOVAL.............................23
INSTALLATION.........................23
RESERVOIR
REMOVAL
REMOVAL - 3.7L......................24
REMOVAL - 2.4L......................24
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION - 3.7L..................24
INSTALLATION - 2.4L..................24
PUMP
DESCRIPTION
Hydraulic pressure for the power steering system
is provided by a belt driven power steering pump
(Fig. 1). The pump shaft has a pressed-on high
strength plastic drive pulley that is belt driven by
the crankshaft pulley. The integral reservoir used on
the 3.7L only is attached to the pump body with
spring clips (Fig. 1). The 2.4L uses a remote fluid res-
ervoir (Fig. 2). The power steering pump is connected
to the steering gear by the pressure and return
hoses.
OPERATION
The power steering pump is a constant flow rate
and displacement, vane-type pump. The pump inter-
nal parts operate submerged in fluid. The flow con-
trol orifice is part of the high pressure line fitting.
The pressure relief valve inside the flow control valve
limits the pump pressure.Fig. 1 POWER STEERING PUMP ASSEMBLY
1 - RESERVOIR
2 - CAP
3 - PULLEY
4 - PUMP BODY
5 - RESERVOIR RETAINING CLIPS
KJPUMP 19 - 17

(5) Remove the two nuts securing the wire loom
behind the pump bracket.
(6) Remove the three bolts securing the pump to
the bracket thru the holes in the pulley. (Fig. 4)
(7) Remove the pump from the vehicle.
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION - 3.7L
(1) Install the pump to the vehicle.(2) Install the three bolts securing the pump to the
engine. (Fig. 3) Tighten the bolts to 47 N´m (35
ft.lbs.).
(3) Install the power steering hoses.
(4) Install the serpentine belt (Refer to 7 - COOL-
ING/ACCESSORY DRIVE/DRIVE BELTS - INSTAL-
LATION).
(5) Install the fan shroud
(6) Install the engine cooling fan (Refer to 7 -
COOLING/ENGINE/RADIATOR FAN - INSTALLA-
TION).
(7) Install the radiator crossmember (Refer to 23 -
BODY/EXTERIOR/RADIATOR CROSSMEMBER -
INSTALLATION).
(8) Refill the power steering fluid and check for
leaks (Refer to 19 - STEERING/PUMP - STANDARD
PROCEDURE).
INSTALLATION - 2.4L
(1) Install the pump to the vehicle.
(2) Install the three bolts securing the pump to the
engine. (Fig. 4) Tighten the bolts to 47 N´m (35
ft.lbs.).
(3) Install the two nuts securing the wire loom to
the pump bracket.
(4) Install the power steering pressure and supply
hoses.
(5) Install the serpentine belt (Refer to 7 - COOL-
ING/ACCESSORY DRIVE/DRIVE BELTS - INSTAL-
LATION).
(6) Refill the power steering fluid and check for
leaks (Refer to 19 - STEERING/PUMP - STANDARD
PROCEDURE).
SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE CHART
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
DESCRIPTION N´m Ft. Lbs. In. Lbs.
Power Steering Pump
Bracket to Pump28 21 Ð
Power Steering Pump
Bracket to Engine47 35 Ð
Power Steering Pump
Flow Control Valve75 55 Ð
Power Steering Pump
Pressure Line28 21 Ð
Power Steering Pump
Pressure Line Bracket12 9 105
Fig. 4 POWER STEERING PUMP - 2.4L
1 - MOUNTING BOLTS
2 - PULLEY
KJPUMP 19 - 19
PUMP (Continued)

(6) Install the serpentine belt (Refer to 7 - COOL-
ING/ACCESSORY DRIVE/DRIVE BELTS - INSTAL-
LATION).
(7) Install the fan shroud.
(8) Install the fan (Refer to 7 - COOLING/EN-
GINE/RADIATOR FAN - INSTALLATION).
(9) Install the radiator crossmember (Refer to 23 -
BODY/EXTERIOR/RADIATOR CROSSMEMBER -
INSTALLATION).
(10) Refill the power steering fluid (Refer to 19 -
STEERING/PUMP - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
INSTALLATION - RETURN HOSE (GEAR TO THE
COOLER)
(1) Install the return hose to the vehicle. (Fig. 7)
(2) Install the return hose mounting bracket bolts
to the front cradle.
(3) Install the return hose at the cooler.
(4) Install the return hose at the gear 28 N´m (21
ft.lbs.).
(5) Install the serpentine belt (Refer to 7 - COOL-
ING/ACCESSORY DRIVE/DRIVE BELTS - INSTAL-
LATION).
(6) Install the fan shroud.
(7) Install the fan (Refer to 7 - COOLING/EN-
GINE/RADIATOR FAN - INSTALLATION).
(8) Install the radiator crossmember (Refer to 23 -
BODY/EXTERIOR/RADIATOR CROSSMEMBER -
INSTALLATION).
(9) Refill the power steering fluid (Refer to 19 -
STEERING/PUMP - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
INSTALLATION - RETURN HOSE (RESERVOIR
TO THE COOLER)
(1) Install the return hose to the vehicle.
(2) Install the return hose to the pump reservoir.
(3) Install the return hose at the cooler.
(4) Refill the power steering fluid (Refer to 19 -
STEERING/PUMP - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
POWER STEERING PRESSURE
SWITCH
DESCRIPTION
A pressure sensing switch is used in the power
steering system. It is mounted on the high-pressure
steering hose. This switch will be used with both
2.4L and 3.7L engines.
OPERATION
The switch is used on both the 2.4L 4±cylinder and
3.7L V-6 engines.
The power steering pressure switch provides an
input to the Powertrain Control Module (PCM). This
input is provided during periods of high steering
pump load and low engine rpm; such as during park-
ing maneuvers. The PCM increases the idle speed
through the Idle Air Control (IAC) motor. This is
done to prevent the engine from stalling under the
increased load.
When steering pump pressure exceeds 3275 kPa  
690 kPa (475 psi   100 psi), the Normally Closed
(NC) switch will open and the PCM will increase the
engine idle speed. This will prevent the engine from
stalling.
When pump pressure drops to approximately 1379
kPa (200 psi), the switch circuit will re-close and
engine idle speed will return to its previous setting.
REMOVAL
The power steering pressure switch is installed in
the power steering high-pressure hose (Fig. 9).
(1) Remove the high pressure power steering
hose(Refer to 19 - STEERING/PUMP/HOSES -
REMOVAL).
(2) Disconnect electrical connector from power
steering pressure switch.
(3) Place a small container or shop towel beneath
switch to collect any excess fluid.
(4) Remove switch. Use back-up wrench on power
steering line to prevent line bending.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install power steering switch into power steer-
ing line. (Fig. 9)
(2) Tighten to 9.6 N´m (85 in. lbs.) torque.
Fig. 8 HIGH PRESSURE HOSE ASSEMBLY
1 - HIGH PRESSURE POWER STEERING HOSE
2 - MOUNTING BRACKET
3 - POWER STEERING PRESURE SWITCH
19 - 22 PUMPKJ
HOSES (Continued)

METHOD 1 (RELOCATE WHEEL ON HUB)
(1) Drive vehicle a short distance to eliminate tire
flat spotting from a parked position.
(2) Check wheel bearings and adjust if adjustable
or replace if necessary.
(3) Check the wheel mounting surface.
(4) Relocate wheel on the mounting, two studs
over from the original position.
(5) Tighten wheel nuts until all are properly
torqued, to eliminate brake distortion.
(6) Check radial runout. If still excessive, mark
tire sidewall, wheel, and stud at point of maximum
runout and proceed to Method 2.
METHOD 2 (RELOCATE TIRE ON WHEEL)
NOTE: Rotating the tire on wheel is particularly
effective when there is runout in both tire and
wheel.
(1) Remove tire from wheel and mount wheel on
service dynamic balance machine.
(2) Check wheel radial runout (Fig. 2) and lateral
runout (Fig. 3).
²STEEL WHEELS: Radial runout 0.024 in., Lat-
eral runout 0.030 in. (average)
²ALUMINUM WHEELS: Radial runout 0.014 in.,
Lateral runout 0.020 in. (average)
(3) If point of greatest wheel lateral runout is near
original chalk mark, remount tire 180 degrees.
Recheck runout, (Refer to 22 - TIRES/WHEELS -
STANDARD PROCEDURE).
STANDARD PROCEDURE
STANDARD PROCEDURE - TIRE ROTATION
Tires on the front and rear operate at different
loads and perform different steering, driving, and
braking functions. For these reasons they wear at
unequal rates and tend to develop irregular wear
patterns. These effects can be reduced by rotating
the tires at regular intervals. The benefits of tire
rotation are:
²Increase tread life
²Maintain traction levels
²A smooth, quiet ride
The suggested method of tire rotation is (Fig. 4).
Other rotation methods can be used, but they will
not provide all the tire longevity benefits.
Fig. 2 Radial Runout
1 - MOUNTING CONE
2 - SPINDLE SHAFT
3 - WING NUT
4 - PLASTIC CUP
5 - DIAL INDICATOR
6 - WHEEL
7 - DIAL INDICATOR
Fig. 3 Lateral Runout
1 - MOUNTING CONE
2 - SPINDLE SHAFT
3 - WING NUT
4 - PLASTIC CUP
5 - DIAL INDICATOR
6 - WHEEL
7 - DIAL INDICATOR
Fig. 4 Tire Rotation Pattern
22 - 2 TIRES/WHEELSKJ
TIRES/WHEELS (Continued)

DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - TREAD WEAR
INDICATORS
Tread wear indicators are molded into the bottom
of the tread grooves. When tread depth is 1.6 mm
(1/16 in.), the tread wear indicators will appear as a
13 mm (1/2 in.) band (Fig. 14).
Tire replacement is necessary when indicators
appear in two or more grooves or if localized balding
occurs.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - TIRE WEAR
PATTERNS
Under inflation will cause wear on the shoulders of
tire. Over inflation will cause wear at the center of
tire.
Excessive camber causes the tire to run at an
angle to the road. One side of tread is then worn
more than the other (Fig. 15).
Excessive toe-in or toe-out causes wear on the
tread edges and a feathered effect across the tread
(Fig. 15).
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - TIRE NOISE OR
VIBRATION
Radial-ply tires are sensitive to force impulses
caused by improper mounting, vibration, wheel
defects, or possibly tire imbalance.
To find out if tires are causing the noise or vibra-
tion, drive the vehicle over a smooth road at varyingspeeds. Note the noise level during acceleration,
deceleration and slight left and right steering inputs.
STANDARD PROCEDURE - REPAIRING LEAKS
For proper repairing, a radial tire must be removed
from the wheel. Repairs should only be made if the
defect, or puncture, is in the tread area (Fig. 16). The
tire should be replaced if the puncture is located in
the sidewall.
Deflate tire completely before removing the tire
from the wheel. Use lubrication such as a mild soap
solution when dismounting or mounting tire. Use
tools free of burrs or sharp edges which could dam-
age the tire or wheel rim.
Before mounting tire on wheel, make sure all rust
is removed from the rim bead and repaint if neces-
sary.
Install wheel on vehicle, and tighten to proper
torque specification.
CLEANING
Remove the protective coating on the tires before
delivery of a vehicle. This coating may cause deteri-
oration of the tires.
To remove the protective coating, apply warm
water and let it soak for a few minutes. Afterwards,
scrub the coating away with a soft bristle brush.
Steam cleaning may also be used to remove the coat-
ing.
NOTE: DO NOT use gasoline, mineral oil, oil-based
solvent or a wire brush for cleaning.
SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION
Tire P215/75R16
Tire P235/70R16
Spare Tire P215/75D16
POLYSPARE ONLY ON
169
SPARE TIRE
REMOVAL
(1) Raise the license plate.
(2) Remove the two bolts securing the wheel cover
to the wheel.
(3) Remove the two lug nuts and the one wheel
lock (if equipped) securing the tire/wheel to the spare
tire carrier.
(4) Remove the spare tire.
Fig. 14 Tread Wear Indicators
1 - TREAD ACCEPTABLE
2 - TREAD UNACCEPTABLE
3 - WEAR INDICATOR
22 - 8 TIRES/WHEELSKJ
TIRES (Continued)

Initial inflation of the tire forces the bead over
these raised sections. In case of rapid loss of air pres-
sure, the raised sections help hold the tire on the
wheel.
The wheel studs and nuts are designed for specific
applications. All aluminum and some steel wheels
have wheel stud nuts with an enlarged nose. This
enlarged nose is necessary to ensure proper retention
of the wheels. Do not use replacement studs or nuts
with a different design or lesser quality.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - WHEELS
Inspect wheels for:
²Excessive run out
²Dents or cracks
²Damaged wheel lug nut holes
²Air Leaks from any area or surface of the rim
NOTE: Do not attempt to repair a wheel by hammer-
ing, heating or welding.
If a wheel is damaged an original equipment
replacement wheel should be used. When obtaining
replacement wheels, they should be equivalent in
load carrying capacity. The diameter, width, offset,
pilot hole and bolt circle of the wheel should be the
same as the original wheel.
WARNING: FAILURE TO USE EQUIVALENT
REPLACEMENT WHEELS MAY ADVERSELY
AFFECT THE SAFETY AND HANDLING OF THE
VEHICLE. USED WHEELS ARE NOT RECOM-
MENDED. THE SERVICE HISTORY OF THE WHEEL
MAY HAVE INCLUDED SEVERE TREATMENT OR
VERY HIGH MILEAGE. THE RIM COULD FAIL WITH-
OUT WARNING.
STANDARD PROCEDURE
STANDARD PROCEDURE - WHEEL
REPLACEMENT
Wheels must be replaced if they have:
²Excessive runout
²Bent or dented
²Leak air through welds
²Have damaged bolt holes
Wheel repairs employing hammering, heating, or
welding are not allowed.
Original equipment wheels are available through
your dealer. Replacement wheels from any other
source should be equivalent in:
²Load carrying capacity
²Diameter
²Width
²Offset²Mounting configuration
Failure to use equivalent replacement wheels may
affect the safety and handling of your vehicle.
Replacement withusedwheels is not recommended.
Their service history may have included severe treat-
ment.
STANDARD PROCEDURE - WHEEL MOUNTING
The wheel studs and nuts are designed for specific
applications. They must be replaced with equivalent
parts. Do not use replacement parts of lesser quality
or a substitute design. All aluminum and some steel
wheels have wheel stud nuts which feature an
enlarged nose. This enlarged nose is necessary to
ensure proper retention of the aluminum wheels.
NOTE: Do not use chrome plated lug nuts with
chrome plated wheels.
Before installing the wheel, be sure to remove any
build up of corrosion on the wheel mounting surfaces.
Ensure wheels are installed with good metal-to-metal
contact. Improper installation could cause loosening
of wheel nuts. This could affect the safety and han-
dling of your vehicle.
To install the wheel, first position it properly on
the mounting surface. All wheel nuts should then be
tightened just snug. Gradually tighten them in
sequence to the proper torque specification (Fig. 18).
Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts.
Fig. 18 Lug Nut Tightening Pattern
22 - 10 TIRES/WHEELSKJ
WHEELS (Continued)

SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATION
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
DESCRIPTION N´m Ft. Lbs. In. Lbs.
Lug Nut 1/2 X 20 with 60É
Cone115-155 85-115 Ð
STUDS
REMOVAL
CAUTION: Do not use a hammer to remove wheel
studs.
(1) Raise and support vehicle.
(2) Remove wheel and tire assembly.
(3) Remove brake caliper, caliper adapter and
rotor,(Refer to 5 - BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHAN-
ICAL/DISC BRAKE CALIPERS - REMOVAL).
(4) Remove stud from hub with Remover C-4150A
(Fig. 19).
INSTALLATION
CAUTION: Do not use a hammer to remove wheel
studs.
(1) Install new stud into hub flange.
(2) Install three washers onto stud, then install
lug nut with the flat side of the nut against the
washers.
(3) Tighten lug nut until the stud is pulled into
the hub flange. Verify that the stud is properly
seated into the flange.
(4) Remove lug nut and washers.
(5) Install the brake rotor, caliper adapter, and cal-
iper, (Refer to 5 - BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHAN-
ICAL/ROTORS - INSTALLATION).(6) Install wheel and tire assembly (Refer to 22 -
TIRES/WHEELS/WHEELS - STANDARD PROCE-
DURE), use new lug nut on stud or studs that were
replaced.
(7) Remove support and lower vehicle.Fig. 19 Wheel Stud Removal
1 - REMOVER
2 - WHEEL STUD
KJTIRES/WHEELS 22 - 11
WHEELS (Continued)