2003 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE Heat

CATALYTIC CONVERTER - 4.7L
DESCRIPTION - CATALYTIC CONVERTER
WARNING: THE NORMAL OPERATING TEMPERA-
TURE OF THE EXHAUST SYSTEM IS VERY HIGH.
THEREFORE, NEVER WORK AROUND OR ATTEMPT
TO SERVICE ANY PART OF THE EXHAUST SYSTEM
UNTIL IT IS COOLED. SPECIAL CARE SHOULD BE
TAKEN WHEN WORKING NEAR THE CATALYTIC
CONVERTER. THE TEMPERATURE OF THE CON-
VERTER RISES TO A HIGH LEVEL AFTER A SHORT
PERIOD OF ENGINE OPERATION TIME.
CAUTION: DO NOT remove spark plug wires from
plugs or by any other means short out cylinders.
Failure of the catalytic converter can occur due to a
temperature increase caused by unburned fuel
passing through the converter.The stainless steel catalytic converter body is
designed to last the life of the vehicle. Excessive heat
can result in bulging or other distortion, but exces-
sive heat will not be the fault of the converter. If
unburned fuel enters the converter, overheating may
occur. If a converter is heat-damaged, correct the
cause of the damage at the same time the converter
is replaced. Also, inspect all other components of the
exhaust system for heat damage.
Unleaded gasoline must be used to avoid con-
taminating the catalyst core.
50 State emission vehicles incorporate two mini
catalytic converters located after the exhaust mani-
folds and before the inline catalytic converter (Fig. 6).
REMOVAL
WARNING: IF TORCHES ARE USED WHEN WORK-
ING ON THE EXHAUST SYSTEM, DO NOT ALLOW
THE FLAME NEAR THE FUEL LINES.
Fig. 6 4.7L Catalytic Converter and O2 Sensor Configuration - 50 State Emissions
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(1) Raise and support the vehicle.
(2) Saturate the bolts and nuts with heat valve
lubricant. Allow 5 minutes for penetration.
(3) Remove nuts from the catalytic converter and
exhaust pipe flange connection (Fig. 7).
(4) Loosen exhaust clamp from the catalytic con-
verter and muffler connection (Fig. 7).
(5) Disconnect oxygen sensor wiring (Fig. 7).
(6) Heat the catalytic converter to muffler connec-
tion with a torch until the metal becomes cherry red.
(7) While the metal is still cherry red, twist the
catalytic converter back and forth to separate it from
the muffler (Fig. 8).
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 (Fig. 7). 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 (Fig. 7). Tighten the
clamp nuts to 47 N´m (35 ft. lbs.) torque.
(4) Connect oxygen sensor wiring (Fig. 7).
(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. 7 Exhaust Pipe-to-Catalytic Converter-to-Muffler
Connection
1 - EXHAUST CLAMP ASSEMBLY
2 - OXYGEN SENSOR
3 - MUFFLER
4 - CATALYTIC CONVERTER
5 - EXHAUST PIPE WITH FLANGE JOINT
6 - NUTS (3)
Fig. 8 Catalytic ConverterÐRemoval
1 - EXHAUST PIPE WITH FLANGE
2 - NUTS (3)
3 - CATALYTIC CONVERTER
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CATALYTIC CONVERTER - 4.7L (Continued)

EXHAUST PIPE - 4.0L
REMOVAL
WARNING: IF TORCHES ARE USED WHEN WORK-
ING ON THE EXHAUST SYSTEM, DO NOT ALLOW
THE FLAME NEAR THE FUEL LINES.
WARNING: THE NORMAL OPERATING TEMPERA-
TURE OF THE EXHAUST SYSTEM IS VERY HIGH.
THEREFORE, NEVER WORK AROUND OR ATTEMPT
TO SERVICE ANY PART OF THE EXHAUST SYSTEM
UNTIL IT IS COOLED. SPECIAL CARE SHOULD BE
TAKEN WHEN WORKING NEAR THE CATALYTIC
CONVERTER. THE TEMPERATURE OF THE CON-
VERTER RISES TO A HIGH LEVEL AFTER A SHORT
PERIOD OF ENGINE OPERATION TIME.
(1) Raise and support the vehicle.(2) Saturate the bolts and nuts with heat valve
lubricant. Allow 5 minutes for penetration.
(3) Remove the oxygen sensor from the exhaust
pipe (Fig. 9).
(4) Remove the nuts from the exhaust pipe to cat-
alytic converter flange connection (Fig. 10).
(5) Disconnect the exhaust pipe from the exhaust
manifold (Fig. 11).
INSPECTION
Discard rusted clamps, broken or worn supports
and attaching parts. Replace a component with orig-
inal equipment parts, or equivalent. This will assure
proper alignment with other parts in the system and
provide acceptable exhaust noise levels.
INSTALLATION
(1) Connect the exhaust pipe to the engine exhaust
manifold. Tighten the nuts to 31 N´m (23 ft. lbs.)
(Fig. 11).
Fig. 9 O2 Sensor Location 4.0L
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EXHAUST PIPE - 4.7L
REMOVAL
WARNING: IF TORCHES ARE USED WHEN WORK-
ING ON THE EXHAUST SYSTEM, DO NOT ALLOW
THE FLAME NEAR THE FUEL LINES.
WARNING: THE NORMAL OPERATING TEMPERA-
TURE OF THE EXHAUST SYSTEM IS VERY HIGH.
THEREFORE, NEVER WORK AROUND OR ATTEMPT
TO SERVICE ANY PART OF THE EXHAUST SYSTEM
UNTIL IT IS COOLED. SPECIAL CARE SHOULD BE
TAKEN WHEN WORKING NEAR THE CATALYTIC
CONVERTER. THE TEMPERATURE OF THE CON-
VERTER RISES TO A HIGH LEVEL AFTER A SHORT
PERIOD OF ENGINE OPERATION TIME.
(1) Raise and support the vehicle.(2) Saturate the bolts and nuts with heat valve
lubricant. Allow 5 minutes for penetration.
(3) Remove the oxygen sensor from the exhaust
pipe (Fig. 13).
(4) Remove the retaining nuts holding catalytic
converter to exhaust pipe (Fig. 14).
(5) Disconnect the exhaust pipe from the exhaust
manifold. (Fig. 15)
INSPECTION
Discard rusted clamps, broken or worn supports
and attaching parts. Replace a component with orig-
inal equipment parts, or equivalent. This will assure
proper alignment with other parts in the system and
provide acceptable exhaust noise levels.
INSTALLATION
(1) Connect the exhaust pipe to the engine exhaust
manifold. Tighten the nuts (A) to 31 N´m (23 ft. lbs.)
(Fig. 15).
Fig. 13 4.7L Catalytic Converter and O2 Sensor Configuration - 50 State Emissions
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HEAT SHIELDS
DESCRIPTION
Heat shields are needed to protect both the vehicle
and the environment from the high temperatures
developed by the catalytic converter. The catalytic
converter releases additional heat into the exhaust
system. Under severe operating conditions, the tem-
perature increases in the area of the converter. Such
conditions can exist when the engine misfires or oth-
erwise does not operate at peak efficiency (Fig. 17).
MUFFLER
DESCRIPTION
Both the 4.0L and 4.7L engines use a stainless
steel muffler to control exhaust noise levels and
exhaust back pressure. The muffler and tailpipe are
a one piece assembly (Fig. 18).
REMOVAL
All original equipment exhaust systems are manu-
factured with the tailpipe welded to the muffler. Ser-
vice replacement mufflers and tailpipes are either
clamped together or welded together.
WARNING: IF TORCHES ARE USED WHEN WORK-
ING ON THE EXHAUST SYSTEM, DO NOT ALLOW
THE FLAME NEAR THE FUEL LINES.
(1) Raise and support the vehicle.
(2) Saturate the bolts and nuts with heat valve
lubricant. Allow 5 minutes for penetration.(3) Loosen the exhaust clamp on the catalytic con-
verter to muffler connection (Fig. 19).
(4) Heat the catalytic converter-to-muffler connec-
tion with a torch until the metal becomes cherry red.
(5) While the metal is still cherry red, remove the
tailpipe/muffler assembly from the catalytic con-
verter.
(6) Remove the tailpipe from the tailpipe hanger
(Fig. 20).
(7) Remove the tailpipe/muffler assembly (Fig. 20).
INSTALLATION
(1) If the tailpipe hanger assembly was removed,
install the hanger to the frame. Tighten the bolts to
22 N´m (192 in. lbs.) torque.
(2) Position the tailpipe and muffler onto the
tailpipe hanger (Fig. 20) .
(3) Install the muffler onto the catalytic converter.
Make sure that the tailpipe has sufficient clearance
from the floor pan. Install exhaust clamp and tighten
the nuts to 47 N´m (35 ft. lbs.) torque (Fig. 19) .
(4) Lower the vehicle.
(5) Start the engine and inspect for exhaust leaks
and exhaust system contact with the body panels.
Adjust the alignment, if needed.
Fig. 17 Front and Rear Floor Pan Heat Shields
Typical
1 - REAR FLOOR PAN HEAT SHIELD
2 - HEAT SHIELD RETAINING NUTS (QTY 8)
3 - FRONT FLOOR PAN HEAT SHIELD
Fig. 18 Muffler and Tailpipe
1 - CATALYTIC CONVERTER
2 - TAILPIPE HANGER
3 - TAILPIPE
4 - MUFFLER
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STANDARD PROCEDURE - FUEL SYSTEM
PRESSURE RELEASE
Use following procedure if the fuel injector
rail is, or is not equipped with a fuel pressure
test port.
(1) Remove fuel fill cap.
(2) Remove fuel pump relay from Power Distribu-
tion Center (PDC). For location of relay, refer to label
on underside of PDC cover.
(3) Start and run engine until it stalls.
(4) Attempt restarting engine until it will no
longer run.
(5) Turn ignition key to OFF position.
CAUTION: Steps 1, 2, 3 and 4 must be performed to
relieve high pressure fuel from within fuel rail. Do
not attempt to use following steps to relieve this
pressure as excessive fuel will be forced into a cyl-
inder chamber.
(6) Unplug connector from any fuel injector.
(7) Attach one end of a jumper wire with alligator
clips (18 gauge or smaller) to either injector terminal.(8) Connect other end of jumper wire to positive
side of battery.
(9) Connect one end of a second jumper wire to
remaining injector terminal.
CAUTION: Powering an injector for more than a few
seconds will permanently damage the injector.
(10) Momentarily touch other end of jumper wire
to negative terminal of battery for no more than a
few seconds.
(11) Place a rag or towel below fuel line quick-con-
nect fitting at fuel rail.
(12) Disconnect quick-connect fitting at fuel rail.
Refer to Quick-Connect Fittings.
(13) Return fuel pump relay to PDC.
(14) One or more Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC's)
may have been stored in PCM memory due to fuel
pump relay removal. The DRBtscan tool must be
used to erase a DTC.
SPECIFICATIONS
FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE
339 kPa   34 kPa (49.2 psi   5 psi).
TORQUE - FUEL DELIVERY
DESCRIPTION N-m Ft. Lbs. In. Lbs.
Accelerator Pedal Bracket Mounting Nuts
(without adjustable pedals)12  2 - 105  20
Fuel Filter/Fuel Press. Reg. Bolts 3 - 26
Fuel Hose Clamps 3 - 26
Fuel Injector Rail Mounting Bolts -4.0L Engine 11 - 100
Fuel Injector Rail Mounting Bolts -4.7L V-8
Engine11 - 100
Fuel Pump Module Locknut 74 55 -
Fuel Tank Filler Tube-to-Body Mounting Bolts 2 - 15
Fuel Tank-to-Body Mounting Bolts 88 65 -
Fuel Tank Support Bracket Bolts (large brackets) 88 65 -
Fuel Tank Support Bracket Bolts (small bracket) 5 - 45
Fuel Tank Support Bracket Nuts (large brackets) 61 45 -
Fuel Tank Heat Shield Nuts (shield-to-tank) 9 - 85
Fuel Tank Heat Shield Nuts (shield-to-body) 3 - 25
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FUEL DELIVERY (Continued)

(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.
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FUEL RAIL (Continued)

(19) Disconnect fuel return line at fuel filter/fuel
pressure regulator (Fig. 36). Refer to Quick-Connect
Fittings for procedures.
(20) Disconnect fuel pressure line at fuel filter/fuel
pressure regulator (Fig. 36). Refer to Quick-Connect
Fittings for procedures.
(21) Disconnect EVAP canister vent line near front
of tank (Fig. 36).
(22) Disconnect fuel pump module electrical con-
nector (pigtail harness) near front of tank (Fig. 36).
Harness connector is clipped to body.
(23) Remove left / front tank support bracket bolt
at frame (Fig. 37).
(24)WITHOUT TRAILER HITCH:Remove tank-
to-frame mounting bolts (Fig. 39). Remove rear tank
support bracket bolts at frame (Fig. 38). Carefully
lower tank until clear of vehicle. Place tank on floor.
(25)WITH TRAILER HITCH:Remove tank /
hitch mounting bolts (Fig. 40). Carefully lower tank
until clear of vehicle. Place tank on floor.
(26) If necessary, separate skid plate from fuel
tank by removing 2 fuel tank strap nuts (Fig. 39) and
remove 2 tank straps.
(27) If fuel pump module removal is necessary,
refer to Fuel Pump Module Removal/Installation.
(28) If hoses are to be removed at fuel tank end,
note painted alignment (indexing) markings on
hoses, and molded indexing tangs on tank before
removal. Remove hoses.
(29) If necessary, remove 3 fuel filler tube assem-
bly mounting bolts (Fig. 41) and remove fuel filler
tube.
INSTALLATION
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.
(1) If necessary, position fuel filler tube assembly
to body. Install 3 bolts and tighten to 2 N´m (15 in.
lbs.) torque.
(2) If necessary, connect quick-connect fittings to
fuel pump module.
(3) If fuel pump module is being installed, refer to
Fuel Pump Module Removal/Installation.
(4) Install fuel fill/vent hoses to tank fittings. To
prevent hoses from kinking, rotate each hose until
painted indexing mark on hose is aligned to molded
indexing tang on tank.
(5) Install hose clamps to hoses. Refer to Torque
Specifications.(6) If necessary, position fuel tank into skid plate.
Install 2 tank straps and 2 strap nuts (Fig. 39). Refer
to Torque Specifications.
(7) Position fuel tank / skid plate assembly to
hydraulic jack.
(8) Raise tank into position to frame.
(9)WITH TRAILER HITCH:Position trailer
hitch and tow hooks (Fig. 40) to bottom of fuel tank.
Install bolts and nuts loosely.
(10)WITHOUT TRAILER HITCH:Install 2 rear
tank support brackets and bolts (Fig. 38). Install
tank-to-frame bolts. Do not tighten bolts / nuts at
this time.
(11) Install 1 left / front tank support bracket and
bolts / nuts (Fig. 37). Do not tighten bolts / nuts at
this time.
(12) Be sure fuel tank is properly aligned to frame
and body. Tighten all tank, tow hook and trailer
hitch bolts / nuts except for 3 support brackets.
Tighten all 3 (2 rear and 1 left / front) support
bracket bolts / nuts last. Refer to Torque Specifica-
tions.
(13)
(14) Connect fuel pump module pigtail harness
electrical connector near front of tank.
(15) Connect both fuel lines to fuel filter/fuel pres-
sure regulator. Refer to Quick-Connect Fittings for
procedures.
(16) Connect EVAP hose near front of tank.
(17) Position rear axle vent hose and install new
tie strap (Fig. 32).
(18) Install heat shield nuts / bolts (Fig. 35). Refer
to Torque Specifications.
(19) Connect ORVR hose elbow (Fig. 33) to top of
EVAP canister.
(20) Connect fuel vent hose to fuel vent tube (Fig.
32).
(21) Install fuel fill hose and clamp to fuel fill tube
(Fig. 32).
(22) Install 3 LDP mounting bolts (Fig. 29).
(23) While raising support bracket, connect LDP
wiring clip (Fig. 31). Install front section of two-piece
support bracket to rear section with 3 attaching bolts
located on bottom of support bracket (Fig. 30).
(24) Install support bracket brace bolt (Fig. 30).
(25) Tighten 2 support bracket nuts at frame rail
(Fig. 29).
(26) Install fuel tank-to-rear bumper fascia clips
(Fig. 34).
(27) Using new plastic rivets, install stone shield
behind left/rear wheel (Fig. 28).
(28) Install left rear wheel/tire.
(29) Lower vehicle and connect negative battery
cable to battery.
(30) Fill tank with fuel and check for leaks.
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FUEL TANK (Continued)