2002 JEEP LIBERTY fuel tank removal

FRONT FOG LAMP UNIT
REMOVAL
(1) Turn the front wheels full lock in the direction
of the fog lamp bulb that is to be changed.
(2) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
(3) Reach into the front wheel opening to unsnap
and lift the cover over the access hole at the front of
the front wheelhouse splash shield (Fig. 14).
(4) Reach through the access hole to remove the
three screws that secure the front fog lamp unit to
the front bumper fascia.
(5) From the front of the vehicle, pull the front fog
lamp unit out of the front bumper fascia far enough
to access and disconnect the wire harness connector
for the front fog lamp unit from the lamp socket con-
nector receptacle (Fig. 15).
(6) Remove the front fog lamp unit from the front
bumper fascia.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position the front fog lamp unit to the front
bumper fascia.
(2) Reconnect the wire harness connector for the
front fog lamp to the lamp socket connector recepta-
cle (Fig. 15).
(3) Position the front fog lamp unit into the front
bumper fascia.
(4) Reach into the front wheel opening and
through the access hole to install and tighten the
three screws that secure the front fog lamp unithousing to the front bumper fascia (Fig. 14). Tighten
the screws to 3 N´m (25 in. lbs.).
(5) Lower and snap shut the cover over the access
hole at the front of the front wheelhouse splash
shield.
(6) Reconnect the battery negative cable.
(7) Confirm proper front fog lamp unit alignment.
(Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/LAMPS/LIGHTING -
EXTERIOR/FRONT FOG LAMP UNIT - ADJUST-
MENTS).
ADJUSTMENTS
ADJUSTMENT - FRONT FOG LAMP UNIT
VEHICLE PREPARATION FOR FOG LAMP ALIGNMENT
(1) Repair or replace any faulty or damaged com-
ponents that could hinder proper lamp alignment.
(2) Verify proper tire inflation.
(3) Clean the front fog lamp lenses.
(4) Verify that the cargo area is not heavily loaded.
(5) The fuel tank should be Full. Add 2.94 kilo-
grams (6.5 pounds) of weight over the fuel tank for
each estimated gallon of missing fuel.
FOG LAMP ALIGNMENT
Prepare an alignment screen as illustrated. A prop-
erly aligned front fog lamp will project a pattern on
the alignment screen 100 millimeters (4 inches)
below the fog lamp centerline and straight ahead of
the lamp.
Fig. 14 Front Fog Lamp Unit Remove/Install
1 - FRONT FOG LAMP UNIT
2 - SCREW (3)
3 - FRONT WHEELHOUSE SPLASH SHIELD
4 - FRONT BUMPER FASCIA
5 - ACCESS HOLE
Fig. 15 Front Fog Lamp Unit
1 - ADJUSTING SCREW
2 - MOUNTING BRACKET
3 - HOUSING
4 - SOCKET & BULB
5 - LENS
KJLAMPS/LIGHTING - EXTERIOR 8L - 25

FRAMES & BUMPERS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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FRONT FASCIA
REMOVAL.............................1
INSTALLATION..........................2
REAR FASCIA
REMOVAL.............................2
INSTALLATION..........................2
REAR FASCIA SUPPORT
REMOVAL.............................3
INSTALLATION..........................3
FRAME
SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS - FRAME DIMENSIONS . . . 3
SPECIFICATIONS - TORQUE.............6
FRONT SKID PLATE
REMOVAL.............................6
INSTALLATION..........................6
ENGINE CRADLE CROSSMEMBER
REMOVAL.............................6
INSTALLATION..........................6TRANSFER CASE SKID PLATE
REMOVAL.............................7
INSTALLATION..........................7
REAR CROSSMEMBER
REMOVAL.............................7
INSTALLATION..........................7
FRONT TOW HOOK
REMOVAL.............................8
INSTALLATION..........................8
REAR TOW HOOK
REMOVAL.............................8
INSTALLATION..........................8
TRAILER HITCH
REMOVAL.............................9
INSTALLATION..........................9
FUEL TANK SKID PLATE
REMOVAL.............................9
INSTALLATION..........................9
FRONT FASCIA
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the grille. (Refer to 23 - BODY/EXTE-
RIOR/GRILLE - REMOVAL)
(2) Raise and support vehicle.
(3) Remove the front wheel opening flare moldings.
(Refer to 23 - BODY/EXTERIOR/FRONT WHEEL
OPENING FLARE MOLDINGS - REMOVAL)
(4) Remove the four screws through the lower air
dam (Fig. 1).
(5) Disconnect the electrical connectors:
²Fascia to grille opening reinforcement. (Fig. 1)
²Side repeater lights, both sides, if equipped.
(Fig. 2)
(6) Remove the six push pins from the grill sup-
port.
(7) Remove the rivets attaching the air dam to the
wheelhouse splash shield.
(8) Release the support tabs beneath the head-
lamps.
(9) Release the inner support clips from within the
fascia between the lights (Fig. 2).
(10) Remove the fascia.
Fig. 1 FRONT FASCIA
1 - ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR
2 - PUSH PINS
3 - FRONT FASCIA ASSEMBLY
4 - LOWER SCREWS
5 - PLASTIC RIVETS (2)
6 - INNER SUPPORT CLIPS
7 - SUPPORT TABS
KJFRAMES & BUMPERS 13 - 1

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)
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FRAME (Continued)

TRAILER HITCH
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the tow hooks, if equipped. (Refer to 13
- FRAME & BUMPERS/FRAME/REAR TOW HOOK
- REMOVAL)
(2) Disconnect trailer electrical connector.
(3) Support the hitch with a suitable lifting device.
(4) Remove the bolts and remove the trailer hitch.
(Fig. 12)
INSTALLATION
(1) Support the hitch with a suitable lifting device
and install the hitch.
(2) Install the bolts and tighten to 88 N´m (65 ft.
lbs.)
(3) Connect the electrical connector.
FUEL TANK SKID PLATE
REMOVAL
(1) Raise and support the vehicle.
(2) Support the skid plate with a suitable lifting
device.
(3) Remove the trailer hitch, if equipped. (Refer to
13 - FRAME & BUMPERS/FRAME/TRAILER
HITCH - REMOVAL)
(4) Remove the tow hooks, if not previously
removed. (Refer to 13 - FRAME & BUMPERS/
FRAME/REAR TOW HOOK - REMOVAL)
(5) Remove the bolts and remove the fuel tank
skid plate.
INSTALLATION
(1) Install the skid plate and support with a suit-
able lifting device.(2) Install the trailer hitch, if equipped. (Refer to
13 - FRAME & BUMPERS/FRAME/TRAILER
HITCH - INSTALLATION)
(3) Install the tow hooks, if equipped. (Refer to 13
- FRAME & BUMPERS/FRAME/REAR TOW HOOK
- INSTALLATION)
(4) Install the bolts and tighten to 88 N´m (65 ft.
lbs.).
Fig. 12 TRAILER HITCH
1 - BOLTS
2 - TRAILER LIGHTS ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR
3 - TRAILER HITCH
KJFRAMES & BUMPERS 13 - 9

FUEL SYSTEM
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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FUEL DELIVERY..........................1FUEL INJECTION........................29
FUEL DELIVERY
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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FUEL DELIVERY
DESCRIPTION..........................2
OPERATION............................3
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - FUEL
PRESSURE LEAK DOWN TEST...........3
STANDARD PROCEDURE - FUEL SYSTEM
PRESSURE RELEASE...................4
SPECIFICATIONS
FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE..............5
TORQUE.............................5
SPECIAL TOOLS
FUEL SYSTEM........................6
FLOW MANAGEMENT VALVE
DESCRIPTION..........................6
OPERATION............................6
REMOVAL.............................6
INSTALLATION..........................7
FUEL FILTER
DESCRIPTION..........................7
REMOVAL.............................7
INSTALLATION..........................8
FUEL LEVEL SENDING UNIT / SENSOR
DESCRIPTION..........................9
OPERATION............................9
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - FUEL LEVEL
SENDING UNIT........................9
REMOVAL.............................9
INSTALLATION.........................10
FUEL LINES
DESCRIPTION.........................10
QUICK CONNECT FITTING
DESCRIPTION.........................10
STANDARD PROCEDURE - QUICK-CONNECT
FITTINGS...........................10
FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR
DESCRIPTION.........................13OPERATION...........................14
REMOVAL.............................14
INSTALLATION.........................14
FUEL PUMP
DESCRIPTION.........................15
OPERATION...........................15
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - FUEL PUMP
CAPACITY TEST......................15
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - FUEL PUMP
PRESSURE TEST.....................15
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - FUEL PUMP
AMPERAGE TEST.....................16
FUEL PUMP MODULE
DESCRIPTION.........................18
OPERATION...........................18
REMOVAL.............................18
INSTALLATION.........................19
FUEL RAIL
DESCRIPTION.........................21
OPERATION...........................21
REMOVAL.............................22
INSTALLATION.........................24
FUEL TANK
DESCRIPTION.........................24
OPERATION...........................24
REMOVAL.............................25
INSTALLATION.........................27
FUEL TANK CHECK VALVE
DESCRIPTION.........................28
OPERATION...........................28
REMOVAL.............................28
INSTALLATION.........................28
INLET FILTER
REMOVAL.............................28
INSTALLATION.........................28
KJFUEL SYSTEM 14 - 1

OPERATION
Fuel is picked up in the fuel tank by the fuel pump
module. This module is located on the bottom of the
fuel tank.
A fuel return system is provided within the fuel
pump module using check valves. A separate fuel
return line from the engine to the tank is not used.
The fuel pressure regulator and the main fuel filter
are not combined. They are separate items.
The fuel tank assembly consists of: the fuel tank,
fuel pump module assembly, fuel pump module lock
ring/gasket, ORVR components. Refer to 25, Emis-
sion Control System for ORVR information.
A fuel filler/vent tube assembly using a pressure/
vacuum, 1/4 turn fuel filler cap is used. The fuel
filler tube contains a flap door located below the fuel
fill cap. A one-way check valve is installed into the
tanks fuel fill fitting.
Also to be considered part of the fuel system is the
evaporation control system and ORVR system. This
is designed to reduce the emission of fuel vapors into
the atmosphere. The description and function of the
Evaporative Control System is found in 25, Emission
Control Systems.
Both fuel filters (mounted to front of fuel tank, and
inside the bottom fuel pump module) are designed for
extended service. They do not require normal sched-
uled maintenance. The bottom section of the fuel
pump module (with included filter) should only be
replaced if a diagnostic procedure indicates to do so.
Also, the fuel filter mounted to the front of the fuel
tank should only be replaced if a diagnostic proce-
dure indicates to do so.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - FUEL PRESSURE
LEAK DOWN TEST
Use this test in conjunction with the Fuel Pump
Pressure Test and Fuel Pump Capacity Test.
Check Valve Operation:The electric fuel pump
outlet contains a one-way check valve to prevent fuel
flow back into the tank and to maintain fuel supply
line pressure (engine warm) when pump is not oper-
ational. It is also used to keep the fuel supply line
full of gasoline when pump is not operational. After
the vehicle has cooled down, fuel pressure may drop
to 0 psi (cold fluid contracts), but liquid gasoline will
remain in fuel supply line between the check valve
and fuel injectors.Fuel pressure that has
dropped to 0 psi on a cooled down vehicle
(engine off) is a normal condition.When the elec-
tric fuel pump is activated, fuel pressure should
immediately(1±2 seconds) rise to specification.
Abnormally long periods of cranking to restart a
hotengine that has been shut down for a short
period of time may be caused by:
²Fuel pressure bleeding past a fuel injector(s).²Fuel pressure bleeding past the check valve in
the fuel pump module.
(1) Disconnect the fuel inlet line at fuel rail. Refer
to Quick Connect Fittings for procedures. On some
engines, air cleaner housing removal may be neces-
sary before fuel line disconnection.
(2) Obtain correct Fuel Line Pressure Test Adapter
Tool Hose. Tool number 6539 is used for 5/16º fuel
lines and tool number 6631 is used for 3/8º fuel lines.
(3) Connect correct Fuel Line Pressure Test
Adapter Tool Hose between disconnected fuel line
and fuel rail (Fig. 2).
(4) Connect the 0-414 kPa (0-60 psi) fuel pressure
test gauge (from Gauge Set 5069) to the test port on
the appropriate Adaptor Tool.The DRBtIII Scan
Tool along with the PEP module, the 500 psi
pressure transducer, and the transducer-to-test
port adapter may also be used in place of the
fuel pressure gauge.
The fittings on both tools must be in good
condition and free from any small leaks before
performing the proceeding test.
(5) Start engine and bring to normal operating
temperature.
(6) Observe test gauge. Normal operating pressure
should be 339 kPa +/±34 kPa (49.2 psi +/±5 psi).
(7) Shut engine off.
Fig. 2 CONNECTING ADAPTER TOOLÐTYPICAL
1 - VEHICLE FUEL LINE
2 - TEST PORT ªTº
3 - SPECIAL TOOL 6923, 6631, 6541 OR 6539
4 - FUEL PRESSURE TEST GAUGE
5 - FUEL LINE CONNECTION AT RAIL
6 - FUEL RAIL
KJFUEL DELIVERY 14 - 3
FUEL DELIVERY (Continued)

SPECIAL TOOLS
FUEL SYSTEMFLOW MANAGEMENT VALVE
DESCRIPTION
The flow management valve is a part of the ORVR
system. This plastic valve is placed inline between
the fuel tank vent fitting and the EVAP canister. It is
located on top of the fuel tank (Fig. 1).
OPERATION
The flow management valve (Fig. 1) is one of the com-
ponents used in the ORVR system. The valve meters
the flow of fuel vapors to the EVAP canister during
vehicle run and refueling. Pressure from the tank dur-
ing refueling opens the main port valve and allows
vapors to enter the EVAP canister. During vehicle run,
the vapors are metered through an orifice to the EVAP
canister. It is also used as a liquid separator to keep liq-
uid fuel out of the EVAP canister.
REMOVAL
The flow management valve is located on top of the
fuel tank (Fig. 1).
(1) Four cargo holdown clamps are located inside
the vehicle on the floor of the rear cargo area.
Remove the 2 rearward mounted clamps by drilling
out the clamp rivets.
(2) Fold carpeting forward to gain access to fuel
pump module access plate (Fig. 3).
Fig. 3 ACCESS PLATE
1 - FLOORPAN AT REAR
2 - FUEL PUMP MODULE ACCESS PLATE
3 - NUTS (4)
4 - OPENING TO PUMP MODULE
ADAPTERS, FUEL PRESSURE TESTÐ6539 AND/OR
6631
TEST KIT, FUEL PRESSUREÐ5069
TEST KIT, FUEL
14 - 6 FUEL DELIVERYKJ
FUEL DELIVERY (Continued)

(3) Remove 4 fuel pump module access plate nuts
(Fig. 3).
(4) While applying heat from a heat gun, carefully
pry up fuel pump module access plate. Take care not
to bend plate.
(5) Disconnect flow management valve hose clamp
and hose (Fig. 4) at pump module fitting. Also discon-
nect small recirculation line at top half of manage-
ment valve.
(6) Raise vehicle.
(7) Disconnect opposite end of flow management
valve hose at EVAP canister (Fig. 1).
(8) Remove valve and 2 hoses as an assembly.
INSTALLATION
(1) Raise vehicle.
(2) Attach 2 large hoses and 1 small line to flow
management valve. Position this assembly to top of
fuel tank.
(3) Connect valve hose at EVAP canister.
(4) Lower vehicle.
(5) Attach valve hose and clamp to top of fuel
pump module.
(6) Apply silicone sealant to bottom of fuel pump
module metal access plate.(7) Install fuel pump module metal access plate
and 4 nuts. Tighten nuts to 3 N´m (26 in. lbs.)
torque.
(8) Position carpet and install 2 new cargo clamp
rivets.
FUEL FILTER
DESCRIPTION
The fuel pressure regulator and fuel filter are not
combined on this vehicle. The main fuel filter is
attached to the front of the fuel tank (Fig. 1) and is a
serviceable/replaceable item. Also refer to Inlet Filter
and Fuel Pressure Regulator.
REMOVAL
The main fuel filter is attached to the front of fuel
tank (Fig. 1). Three fuel lines are used at filter.
Fuel tank removal will not be necessary for
fuel filter removal. Access is from rear cargo
area.
WARNING: THE FUEL SYSTEM MAY BE UNDER A
CONSTANT PRESSURE (EVEN WITH THE ENGINE
OFF). BEFORE SERVICING MOST FUEL SYSTEM
COMPONENTS, THE FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE
MUST BE RELEASED. REFER TO THE FUEL SYS-
TEM PRESSURE RELEASE PROCEDURE.
(1) Release fuel system pressure.
(2) Four cargo holdown clamps are located inside
vehicle on floor of rear cargo area. Two of these four
clamps must be removed. Remove 2 rearward
mounted clamps by drilling out clamp rivets.
(3) Fold carpeting forward to gain access to fuel
pump module access plate (Fig. 5).
(4) Remove 4 fuel pump module access plate nuts
(Fig. 5).
(5) While applying heat from a heat gun, carefully
pry up metal fuel pump module access plate. Take
care not to bend plate.
(6) Clean top of fuel pump module area around
fuel line connection points.
(7) Disconnect 2 fuel lines at fuel pump module
(Fig. 6) by pressing on tabs at side of fitting.
(8) Raise vehicle.
(9) Place drain pan under fuel filter.
(10) A third fuel line is attached to bottom of filter
(Fig. 7). The disconnection point for this 3rd line is
approximately 1 foot towards front of vehicle. Clean
fuel line connection point before disconnection. Dis-
connect by pressing on tabs at side of fitting.
(11) Disconnect 3rd fuel line from body retention
clip. Place a small screwdriver into side of clip and
twist for removal.
Fig. 4 TOP OF FUEL PUMP MODULE
1 - LOCK RING
2 - ALIGNMENT NOTCH
3 - FUEL FILTER FITTINGS (2)
4 - ORVR SYSTEM HOSE AND CLAMP
5 - FLOW MANAGEMENT VALVE
6 - ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR
7 - LEAK DETECTION PUMP
8 - FUEL TANK CHECK (CONTROL) VALVE
9 - FUEL PUMP MODULE (UPPER SECTION)
KJFUEL DELIVERY 14 - 7
FLOW MANAGEMENT VALVE (Continued)