2003 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE Front bumper

INSTALLATION
The vacuum reservoir is located in the right/front
corner of the vehicle behind the front bumper fascia
(Fig. 8).
(1) Connect vacuum hose to reservoir.
(2) Install reservoir and tighten 2 bolts to 3 N´m
(25 in. lbs.) torque.
(3) Install front bumper and grill assembly.
Fig. 8 Vacuum Reservoir Location
1 - RADIATOR FAN RELAY
2 - VACUUM RESERVOIR
3 - BOLT
4 - RIGHT FRONT FENDER
Fig. 9 Vacuum Reservoir Removal/Installation
1 - VACUUM HOSE
2 - RADIATOR
3 - VACUUM RESERVOIR
WJSPEED CONTROL 8P - 9
VACUUM RESERVOIR (Continued)

CONNECTOR NAME/
NUMBERCOLOR LOCATION FIG.
Trailer Tow Brake Lamp Relay BK Left Quarter Panel N/S
Trailer Tow Circuit Breaker BK Left Quarter Panel N/S
Trailer Tow Connector BK In Rear Bumper 39
Trailer Tow Left Turn Relay BK Left Quarter Panel N/S
Trailer Tow Right Turn Relay BK Left Quarter Panel N/S
Transfer Case Position Sensor BK On Transfer Case 7
Transmission Control Module
(4.7L)BK Rear of Engine Compartment 14, 15, 18
Transmission Control Module
C1 (Diesel)BK Right Rear Side of Engine
CompartmentN/S
Transmission Control Module
C2 (Diesel)BK Right Rear Side of Engine
Compartment8
Transmission Solenoid (4.0L
Gas)BK Left Side of Transmission 12
Transmission Solenoid
Assembly (Diesel)BK On Transmission 8
Transmission Solenoid/TRS
Assembly (4.7L)GY Left Side of Transmission 16
Underhood Lamp BK At Lamp 6
Vehicle Information Center BK In Overhead Console N/S
Viscous/Cabin Heater (Diesel) BK Left Rear of Engine Compartment N/S
Washer Fluid Level Switch GY Left Front of Engine Compartment 3, 4
Wastegate Solenoid (Diesel) Near Power Distribution Center N/S
Water In Fuel Sensor (Diesel) BK Left Rear of Engine Compartment N/S
GROUNDS
GROUND NUMBER LOCATION FIG.
G100 (4.0L and Diesel) Near Starter N/S
G100 (4.7L) Near Intake Plenum N/S
G101 Near Battery 2
G102 Right Side of Engine 14, 15
G103 Right Side of Engine 7, 8, 10, 11, 14, 15
G104 (4.0L) Right Rear of Engine 10, 11
G104 (4.7L) Left Side of Engine 13
G105 Right Side of Engine 8
G106 Left Side of Engine Compartment 3, 4
G107 Left Side of Engine Compartment 3, 4
G108 Near Power Distribution Center 5
G200 Near Airbag Control Module 19, 20, 21, 22
G201 Near Airbag Control Module 19, 20, 21, 22
G300 Near Right Front Seat 34, 36
G301 Near Left Front Seat 33, 35
WJ8W-91 CONNECTOR/GROUND/SPLICE LOCATION 8W - 91 - 11
CONNECTOR/GROUND/SPLICE LOCATION (Continued)

REMOVAL
REMOVAL - CAMSHAFT BEARINGS
The camshaft rotates within four steel-shelled,
babbitt-lined bearings that are pressed into the cyl-
inder block and then line reamed. The camshaft
bearing bores and bearing diameters are not the
same size. They are stepped down in 0.254 mm
(0.010 inch) increments from the front bearing (larg-
est) to the rear bearing (smallest). This permits eas-
ier removal and installation of the camshaft. The
camshaft bearings are pressure lubricated. Camshaft
end play is maintained by the thrust plate.
(1) Remove the camshaft (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/
ENGINE BLOCK/CAMSHAFT & BEARINGS (IN
BLOCK) - REMOVAL).
NOTE: It is not advisable to attempt to replace cam-
shaft bearings unless special removal and installa-
tion tools are available, such as recommended tool
8544 Camshaft Bushing Remover Installer.
(2) Using Special tool 8544 Camshaft Bushing
Remover Installer, remove the camshaft bearings.
REMOVAL - CAMSHAFT
WARNING: THE COOLANT IN A RECENTLY OPER-
ATED ENGINE IS HOT AND PRESSURIZED.RELEASE THE PRESSURE BEFORE REMOVING
THE DRAIN COCK, CAP AND DRAIN PLUGS.
(1) Disconnect negative cable from battery.
(2) Drain the cooling system (Refer to 7 - COOL-
ING - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
(3) Remove the radiator (Refer to 7 - COOLING/
ENGINE/RADIATOR - REMOVAL) and condenser
(Refer to 24 - HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING/
PLUMBING/A/C CONDENSER - REMOVAL), if
equipped with A/C.
(4) Remove the engine cylinder head cover (Refer
to 9 - ENGINE/CYLINDER HEAD/CYLINDER
HEAD COVER(S) - REMOVAL).
(5) Remove the rocker arms, bridges and pivots
(Refer to 9 - ENGINE/CYLINDER HEAD/ROCKER
ARM / ADJUSTER ASSY - REMOVAL).
(6) Remove the push rods.
(7) Remove the engine cylinder head and gasket
(Refer to 9 - ENGINE/CYLINDER HEAD - REMOV-
AL).
(8) Remove the hydraulic valve tappets from the
engine cylinder block (Refer to 9 - ENGINE/ENGINE
BLOCK/HYDRAULIC LIFTERS (CAM IN BLOCK) -
REMOVAL).
(9) Remove the vibration damper (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/ENGINE BLOCK/VIBRATION DAMPER -
REMOVAL).
(10) Remove the timing case cover (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/VALVE TIMING/TIMING BELT / CHAIN
COVER(S) - REMOVAL).
(11) Rotate the crankshaft until the crankshaft
sprocket timing mark is aligned on centerline with
the camshaft sprocket timing mark (Fig. 32).
(12) Remove the timing chain and sprockets (Refer
to 9 - ENGINE/VALVE TIMING/TIMING BELT/
CHAIN AND SPROCKETS - REMOVAL).
(13) Remove the front bumper and/or grille, as
required.
(14) Remove the two thrust plate retaining screws,
thrust plate and camshaft (Fig. 31).
INSPECTION
INSPECTION - CAMSHAFT BEARINGS
(1) Inspect the bearing journals for uneven wear
pattern or finish.
(2) Inspect the bearings for wear.
INSPECTION - CAMSHAFT
(1) Inspect the cam lobes for wear.
(2) Inspect the camshaft position sensor drive gear
for wear.
(3) If the camshaft appears to have been rubbing
against the thrust washer, examine the oil pressure
Fig. 30 CamshaftÐTypical
1 - CAMSHAFT
2 - LOBES
3 - BEARING JOURNAL
WJENGINE - 4.0L 9 - 31
CAMSHAFT & BEARINGS (Continued)

FRAME & BUMPERS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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FRONT ABSORBER
REMOVAL.............................1
INSTALLATION..........................1
FRONT FASCIA
REMOVAL.............................1
INSTALLATION..........................1
REAR ABSORBER
REMOVAL.............................2
INSTALLATION..........................2
REAR FASCIA
REMOVAL.............................2
INSTALLATION..........................4
FRAME
SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS - TORQUE.............4
FRAME DIMENSIONS...................4
FRONT SKID PLATE
REMOVAL.............................7INSTALLATION..........................7
FRONT TOW HOOK
REMOVAL.............................7
INSTALLATION..........................7
FUEL TANK SKID PLATE
DESCRIPTION..........................7
REAR TOW HOOK
REMOVAL.............................7
INSTALLATION..........................7
TRAILER HITCH
REMOVAL.............................8
INSTALLATION..........................8
TRANSFER CASE SKID PLATE
REMOVAL.............................8
INSTALLATION..........................8
FRONT ABSORBER
REMOVAL
(1) Remove front fascia, refer to (Refer to 13 -
FRAMES & BUMPERS/BUMPERS/FRONT FASCIA
- REMOVAL).
(2) Remove the retainer attaching the absorber to
the fascia.
(3) Separate the absorber from the fascia.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position the absorber on the fascia.
(2) Install the retainer attaching the absorber to
the fascia.
(3) Install front fascia. Refer to (Refer to 13 -
FRAMES & BUMPERS/BUMPERS/FRONT FASCIA
- INSTALLATION).
FRONT FASCIA
REMOVAL
(1) Raise and support vehicle.
(2) Turn front wheels to access rivets and remove
plastic rivets attaching fascia to wheel liner.
(3) Remove bolts attaching fascia to fender (Fig. 1).(4) Remove plastic push pin fasteners attaching
front fascia to lower radiator crossmember splash
shield (Fig. 2).
(5) Disengage fog lamp connectors, if equipped.
(6) Remove screws attaching fascia/grille to upper
radiator crossmember (Fig. 3).
(7) Slide fascia forward to separate from vehicle.
INSTALLATION
(1) Slide fascia onto vehicle engaging fascia with
tabs on bottom of front fenders.
(2) Install screws attaching fascia/grille to upper
radiator crossmember (Fig. 3).
(3) Install bolts attaching fascia to fender (Fig. 1).
(4) Engage fog lamp connectors, if equipped.
(5) Install plastic rivets attaching fascia to wheel
liner.
(6) Install plastic push pin fasteners attaching
front fascia to lower radiator crossmember splash
shield (Fig. 2).
(7) Remove supports and lower vehicle.
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REAR ABSORBER
REMOVAL
(1) Remove rear fascia, refer to (Refer to 13 -
FRAMES & BUMPERS/BUMPERS/REAR FASCIA -
REMOVAL).
(2) Remove rivets attaching absorber to rear cross-
member (Fig. 5).
(3) Separate absorber from vehicle.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position absorber on vehicle.
(2) Install rivets attaching absorber to rear cross-
member (Fig. 2).
(3) Install rear fascia, refer to (Refer to 13 -
FRAMES & BUMPERS/BUMPERS/REAR FASCIA -
INSTALLATION).
REAR FASCIA
REMOVAL
(1) Raise and support vehicle.
(2) Remove wheels.
(3) Remove plastic push pins attaching fascia to
fuel tank skid plate.
(4) Remove plastic rivets attaching fascia to wheel
liner.
Fig. 1 Front Fascia
1 - BODY
2 - FASCIA
Fig. 2 Front Fascia
1 - WHEEL LINER
2 - FASCIA
3 - FOG LAMP CONNECTOR
4 - PLASTIC PUSH PIN
5 - PLASTIC RIVET
Fig. 3 Front Fascia
1 - SCREW
2 - FASCIA
13 - 2 FRAME & BUMPERSWJ
FRONT FASCIA (Continued)

INSTALLATION
(1) Position fascia on vehicle aligning retainers
with slots in quarter panel (Fig. 7).
(2) Press forward edges of fascia inward to engage
retainers.
(3) Install screws attaching fascia to liftgate open-
ing.
(4) Install plastic push pins attaching fascia to lift-
gate opening.
(5) Install nuts attaching upper edge of fascia to
quarter panel and wheel liner.
(6) Install plastic rivets attaching fascia to wheel
liner.
(7) Install support lower vehicle.
(8) Install plastic push pins attaching fascia to fuel
tank skid plate.
(9) Install the interior trim panels removed to
access fascia retainers.
(10) Install tie down loop screws.
(11) Install the wheels, refer to section 22 for
tightening sequence and torque specifications.
FRAME
SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS - TORQUE
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
DESCRIPTION N´mFt.
Lbs.In.
Lbs.
Front Tow Hook Bolt 54 40 Ð
Front Skid Plate Bolt 54 40 Ð
Rear Tow Hook Bolt 68 50 Ð
Trailer Hitch Bolts 68 50 Ð
Transfer Case Skid Plate
Bolts34 25 Ð
FRAME DIMENSIONS
INDEX
DESCRIPTION FIGURE
SIDE VIEW 8
BOTTOM VIEW 9
Fig. 6 Rear Fascia Retainers
1 - RETAINER
2 - FASCIA
Fig. 7 Fascia Attachment
1 - SLOT
2 - QUARTER PANEL
13 - 4 FRAME & BUMPERSWJ
REAR FASCIA (Continued)

FRONT SKID PLATE
REMOVAL
(1) Position a support under skid plate.
(2) Remove bolts attaching skid plate to frame
(Fig. 10).
(3) Separate skid plate from frame.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position skid plate on a support.
(2) Raise it into position
(3) Install bolts attaching skid plate to frame.
Tighten bolts to 54 N´m (40 ft. lbs.) torque.
FRONT TOW HOOK
REMOVAL
(1) Remove bolts that attach tow hook bracket to
the lower crossmember (Fig. 11).
(2) Separate tow hook bracket from lower cross-
member.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position tow hook bracket at the lower cross-
member.
(2) Install bolts attaching tow hook bracket to
crossmember. Tighten bolts to 54 N´m (40 ft. lbs.)
torque.
FUEL TANK SKID PLATE
DESCRIPTION
The fuel tank skid plate is integrated with the fuel
tank. Refer to Fuel Tank for service procedures
REAR TOW HOOK
REMOVAL
(1) Remove rear tow hook to frame brace.
(2) Remove bolts attaching the tow hook bracket to
frame (Fig. 12).
(3) Separate tow hook bracket from frame.
INSTALLATION
(1) position tow hook bracket on frame.
(2) Install bolts attaching tow hook bracket to
frame. Tighten bolts to 68 N´m (50 ft. lbs.) torque.
(3) Install rear tow hook to frame brace.
Fig. 10 Front Skid Plate
1 - SKID PLATE
Fig. 11 Front Tow Hook
1 - TAPPING PLATE
2 - CROSSMEMBER
3 - BRACKET
4 - TOW HOOK
Fig. 12 Rear Tow Hook
1 - TOW HOOK BRACE
2 - TOW HOOK
3 - BRACKET
4 - FUEL TANK
WJFRAME & BUMPERS 13 - 7

(14) Install air tube (or duct) at top of throttle
body.
(15) Install fuel tank cap.
(16) Connect negative battery cable to battery.
(17) Start engine and check for fuel leaks.
FUEL TANK
DESCRIPTION
The fuel tank is constructed of a plastic material.
Its main functions are for fuel storage and for place-
ment of the fuel pump module and certain ORVR
components.
OPERATION
All models pass a full 360 degree rollover test
without fuel leakage. To accomplish this, fuel and
vapor flow controls are required for all fuel tank con-
nections.
A fuel tank check valve(s) is mounted into the top
of the fuel tank (or pump module). Refer to Fuel
Tank Check Valve for additional information.
An evaporation control system is connected to the
check valve(s) to reduce emissions of fuel vapors into
the atmosphere. When fuel evaporates from the fuel
tank, vapors pass through vent hoses or tubes to a
charcoal canister where they are temporarily held.
When the engine is running, the vapors are drawn
into the intake manifold. Certain models are also
equipped with a self-diagnosing system using a Leak
Detection Pump (LDP). Refer to Emission Control
System for additional information.
Refer to ORVR for On-Board Refueling Vapor
Recovery system information.
REMOVAL
WARNING: THE FUEL SYSTEM IS UNDER CON-
STANT FUEL PRESSURE EVEN WITH ENGINE OFF.
PRESSURE MUST BE RELEASED BEFORE SERVIC-
ING FUEL TANK.
Two different procedures may be used to drain fuel
tank (through ORVR control valve opening at top of
fuel tank, or using DRB scan tool). The quickest is
draining through ORVR control valve opening at top
of fuel tank (Fig. 26).
As an alternative procedure, the electric fuel pump
may be activated allowing tank to be drained at fuel
rail connection. Refer to DRB scan tool for fuel pump
activation procedures. Before disconnecting fuel line
at fuel rail, release fuel pressure. Refer to the Fuel
System Pressure Release Procedure for procedures.
Attach end of Special Adapter Hose Tool number
6539 at fuel rail disconnection. Position opposite end
of 6539 to an approved gasoline draining station.Activate fuel pump with DRB and drain tank until
empty.
If electric fuel pump is not operating, tankMUST
be drained through ORVR control valve opening at
top of fuel tank (Fig. 26).
(1) Release fuel system pressure. Refer to Fuel
System Pressure Release Procedure.
(2) Disconnect negative battery cable at battery.
(3) Raise and support vehicle.
(4) Remove left rear wheel/tire.
CAUTION: HANDLE EVAP, LDP AND ORVR VAPOR /
VACUUM LINES VERY CAREFULLY. THESE LINES
AND HOSES MUST BE FIRMLY CONNECTED.
CHECK THE VAPOR/VACUUM LINES AT THE LDP,
LDP FILTER, EVAP CANISTER, EVAP CANISTER
PURGE SOLENOID AND ORVR COMPONENTS FOR
DAMAGE OR LEAKS. IF A LEAK IS PRESENT, A
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) MAY BE SET.
(5) Clean top of fuel tank at ORVR control valve
(Fig. 26) or (Fig. 27).
(6) Press release tab in direction of arrow in (Fig.
27) and remove ORVR control valve lock ring
(counter-clockwise). Lift up ORVR control slightly.
Using an approved gasoline draining station, drain
tank until empty through this opening.
(7) Remove stone shield behind left/rear wheel
(Fig. 28). Drill out plastic rivets for removal.
(8) Remove 3 LDP mounting bolts (Fig. 29).
(9) Remove support bracket brace bolt (Fig. 30).
(10) Loosen, but do not remove 2 support bracket
nuts at frame rail (Fig. 29).
(11) To separate and lower front section of two-
piece support bracket, remove 3 attaching bolts on
bottom of support bracket (Fig. 30). While lowering
support bracket, disconnect LDP wiring clip (Fig. 31).
(12) Remove hose clamp (Fig. 32) and remove fuel
fill hose from fuel fill tube.
(13) Cut and discard tie wrap from axle vent hose
(Fig. 32).
(14) Disconnect fuel vent hose from fuel vent tube
(Fig. 32).
(15) Disconnect ORVR hose elbow (Fig. 33) at top
of EVAP canister.
(16) Place hydraulic jack to bottom of fuel tank.
(17) Remove fuel tank-to-rear bumper fascia clips
(Fig. 34).
(18) Remove fuel tank heat shield mounting bolts
(Fig. 35).
CAUTION: To protect fuel tank from exhaust heat,
shield must re-installed after tank installation.
WARNING: PLACE SHOP TOWEL AROUND FUEL
LINES TO CATCH ANY EXCESS FUEL.
WJFUEL DELIVERY 14 - 19
FUEL RAIL (Continued)