2003 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE Jack

STRUCTURAL COVER
DESCRIPTION
The structural dust cover is made of die cast alu-
minum and joins the lower half of the transmission
bell housing to the engine bedplate.
OPERATION
The structural cover provides additional power-
train stiffness and reduces noise and vibration.
REMOVAL
(1) Raise vehicle on hoist.
(2) Remove the left hand exhaust pipe from
exhaust manifold.
(3) Loosen the right hand exhaust manifold-to-ex-
haust pipe retaining bolts.
(4) Remove the eight bolts retaining structural
cover (Fig. 82) in the sequence shown.
(5) Pivot the exhaust pipe downward and remove
the structural cover.
INSTALLATION
CAUTION: The structural cover must be installed as
described in the following steps. Failure to do so
will cause severe damage to the cover.
(1) Position the structural cover in the vehicle.
(2) Install all four bolts retaining the cover-to-en-
gine. DO NOT tighten the bolts at this time.
(3) Install the four cover-to-transmission bolts. Do
NOT tighten at this time.CAUTION: The structural cover must be held tightly
against both the engine and the transmission bell
housing during tightening sequence. Failure to do
so may cause damage to the cover.
(4) Starting with the two rear cover-to-engine
bolts, tighten bolts (1) (Fig. 83) to 54 N´m (40 ft. lbs.),
then tighten bolts (2) (Fig. 83) and (3) to 54 N´m ( 40
ft. lbs.) in the sequence shown.
(5) Install the exhaust pipe on left hand exhaust
manifold.
(6) Tighten exhaust manifold-to-exhaust pipe
retaining bolts to 20±26 N´m (15±20 ft. lbs.).
FRONT MOUNT
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
CAUTION: Remove the fan blade, fan clutch and fan
shroud before raising engine. Failure to do so may
cause damage to the fan blade, fan clutch and fan
shroud.
(2) Remove the engine oil filter (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/LUBRICATION/OIL FILTER - REMOVAL).
(3) Support the engine with a suitable jack and a
block of wood across the full width of the engine oil
pan.
Fig. 82 Structural Cover
Fig. 83 Structural Cover
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(4) Remove the four cylinder block-to-insulator
mount bolts and the nut form the engine insulator
mount through bolt (Fig. 84) (Fig. 85)
(5) Using the jack, raise the engine high enough to
remove the engine insulator mount through bolt and
the insulator mount.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position the insulator mount and install the
insulator mount through bolt.
(2) Lower the engine until the four cylinder block-
to-insulator mount bolts can be installed.
(3) Remove the jack and block of wood.
(4) Torque the cylinder block-to-insulator mount
bolts to 61N´m ( 45 ft. lbs.).
(5) Install and torque the through bolt retaining
nut to 61N´m (45 ft. lbs.).
REAR MOUNT
REMOVAL
(1) Raise vehicle on hoist.
(2) Using a suitable jack, support transmission.
(3) Remove the lock nut from the insulator mount
through bolt and the four insulator-to-transmission
mounting bolts.
(4) Raise the transmission enough to remove the
through bolt and insulator mount (Fig. 86) (Fig. 87).
Fig. 84 Engine Insulator Mount 4.7 LEFT
1 - NUT
2 - BOLT
Fig. 85 Engine Insulator Mount 4.7 Right
1 - NUT
2 - BOLT
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FRONT MOUNT (Continued)

ITEM DESCRIPTION TORQUE
1 NUT 45 N´m
(Qty 1) (33 ft. lbs)
2 BOLT 46 N´m
(Qty 4) (34 ft. lbs.)
3 BOLT 68 N´m
(Qty 2 Per
Side)(50 ft. lbs.)
4 BOLT 46 N´m
(Qty 2 Per
Side)(34 ft. lbs.)
5 BOLT 46 N´m
(Qty 4) (34 ft. lbs.)
INSTALLATION
(1) Position the insulator mount and install the
through bolt.
(2) Lower the transmission enough to install the
four insulator-to-transmission mounting bolts. Torque
the bolts to 46N´m (34 ft. lbs.).
(3) Install the through bolt lock nut. Torque nut to
68N´m (50 ft. lbs.).
(4) Remove jack, lower vehicle.
LUBRICATION
DESCRIPTION
The lubrication system (Fig. 88) is a full flow fil-
tration pressure feed type.
OPERATION
Oil from the oil pan is pumped by a gerotor type oil
pump directly mounted to the crankshaft nose. Oil
pressure is controlled by a relief valve mounted
inside the oil pump housing. For lubrication flow
refer to (Fig. 88).
The camshaft exhaust valve lobes and rocker arms
are lubricated through a small hole in the rocker
arm; oil flows through the lash adjuster then through
the rocker arm and onto the camshaft lobe. Due to
the orentation of the rocker arm, the camshaft intake
lobes are not lubed in the same manner as the
exhaust lobes. The intake lobes are lubed through
internal passages in the camshaft. Oil flows through
a bore in the number 3 camshaft bearing bore, and
as the camshaft turns, a hole in the camshaft aligns
with the hole in the camshaft bore allowing engine
oil to enter the camshaft tube. The oil then exits
through 1.6mm (0.063 in.) holes drilled into the
intake lobes, lubricating the lobes and the rocker
arms.
Fig. 86 Engine Rear MountÐ4X2
Fig. 87 Engine Rear MountÐ4X4
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REAR MOUNT (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)

(17) Disconnect throttle valve cable from transmis-
sion bracket and throttle valve lever (Fig. 15).
(18) Disconnect transfer case shift cable from the
transfer case shift lever (Fig. 16).
(19) Remove the clip securing the transfer case
shift cable into the cable support bracket.
(20) Disconnect transmission fluid cooler lines at
transmission fittings and clips.
(21) Support rear of engine with safety stand or
jack.(22) Raise transmission slightly with service jack
to relieve load on crossmember and supports.
(23) Remove bolts securing rear support and cush-
ion to transmission and crossmember (Fig. 17).
(24) Remove bolts attaching crossmember to frame
and remove crossmember.
(25) Remove transfer case (Fig. 18) and (Fig. 19).
Fig. 15 Throttle Valve Cable
1 - THROTTLE VALVE CABLE
2 - THROTTLE VALVE LEVER
3 - THROTTLE BODY
Fig. 16 Transfer Case Shift Cable
1 - TRANSFER CASE SHIFT LEVER
2 - TRANSFER CASE SHIFT CABLE
Fig. 17 Rear Transmission Crossmember
1 - CROSSMEMBER
2 - REAR TRANSMISSION MOUNT
Fig. 18 Remove NV247 Transfer Case
1 - NV247 TRANSFER CASE
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - 42RE (Continued)

(32) Install valve body as follows:
(a) Align and carefully insert park rod into pawl.
Rod will make click noise as it enters pawl. Move
rod slightly to check engagement.
(b) Align and seat valve body on case. Be sure
manual lever shaft and overdrive connector are
fully seated in case. Also be sure valve body wiring
is not pinched or kinked.
(c) Install and start all valve body attaching
bolts by hand. Then tighten bolts evenly, in a diag-
onal pattern to 12 N´m (105 in. lbs.) torque. Do not
overtighten valve body bolts. This could result in
distortion and cross leakage after installation.
CAUTION: It is possible for the park rod to displace
into a cavity just above the pawl sprag during
installation. Make sure the rod is actually engaged
in the pawl and has not displaced into the cavity.
(33) Install new filter on valve body. Tighten filter
screws to 4 N´m (35 in. lbs.).
(34) Adjust front and rear bands.
(35) Install seal on park/neutral position switch.
Then install and tighten switch to 34 N´m (25 ft.
lbs.).
(36) Install magnet in oil pan. Magnet goes on
small protrusion at corner of pan.
(37) Position new oil pan gasket on case and
install oil pan. Tighten pan bolts to 17 N´m (13 ft.
lbs.).
(38) Install new valve body manual shaft seal in
case (Fig. 60). Lubricate seal lip and manual shaft
with petroleum jelly. Start seal over shaft and into
case. Seat seal with 15/16 inch, deep well socket.
(39) Install throttle valve and shift selector levers
on valve body manual lever shaft.INSTALLATION
(1) Check torque converter hub and hub drive
notches for sharp edges burrs, scratches, or nicks.
Polish the hub and notches with 320/400 grit paper
and crocus cloth if necessary. The hub must be
smooth to avoid damaging pump seal during installa-
tion.
(2) Lubricate oil pump seal lip with transmission
fluid.
(3) Align converter and oil pump.
(4) Carefully insert converter in oil pump. Then
rotate converter back and forth until fully seated in
pump gears.
(5) Check converter seating with steel scale and
straightedge (Fig. 61). Surface of converter lugs
should be 1/2 in. to rear of straightedge when con-
verter is fully seated.
(6) Temporarily secure converter with C-clamp.
(7) Position transmission on jack and secure it
with chains.
(8) Check condition of converter driveplate.
Replace the plate if cracked, distorted or damaged.
Also be sure transmission dowel pins are seated in
engine block and protrude far enough to hold trans-
mission in alignment.
(9) Apply a light coating of MopartHigh Temp
grease to the torque converter hub pocket in the rear
of the crankshaft
(10) Raise transmission and align converter with
drive plate and converter housing with engine block.
Fig. 60 Installing Manual Lever Shaft Seal
1 - 15/1688SOCKET
2 - SEAL
Fig. 61 Checking Torque Converter Seating - Typical
1 - SCALE
2 - STRAIGHTEDGE
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - 42RE (Continued)

DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - OVERDRIVE
ELECTRICAL CONTROLS
The overdrive off switch, valve body solenoid, case
connectors and related wiring can all be tested with
a 12 volt test lamp or a volt/ohmmeter. Check conti-
nuity of each component when diagnosis indicates
this is necessary.
Switch and solenoid continuity should be checked
whenever the transmission fails to shift into fourth
gear range.
OVERDRIVE UNIT
REMOVAL
(1) Shift transmission into PARK.
(2) Raise vehicle.
(3) Remove transfer case, if equipped.
(4) Mark propeller shaft universal joint(s) and axle
pinion yoke, or the companion flange and flange
yoke, for alignment reference at installation, if necc-
esary.
(5) Disconnect and remove the rear propeller shaft,
if necessary. (Refer to 3 - DIFFERENTIAL & DRIV-
ELINE/PROPELLER SHAFT/PROPELLER SHAFT -
REMOVAL)
(6) Remove transmission oil pan, remove gasket,
drain oil and reinstall pan.
(7) If overdrive unit had malfunctioned, or if fluid
is contaminated, remove entire transmission. If diag-
nosis indicated overdrive problems only, remove just
the overdrive unit.
(8) Support transmission with transmission jack.
(9) Remove bolts attaching overdrive unit to trans-
mission (Fig. 126).
CAUTION: Support the overdrive unit with a jack
before moving it rearward. This is necessary to pre-
vent damaging the intermediate shaft. Do not allow
the shaft to support the entire weight of the over-
drive unit.(10) Carefully work overdrive unit off intermediate
shaft. Do not tilt unit during removal. Keep it as
level as possible.
(11) If overdrive unit does not require service,
immediately insert Alignment Tool 6227-2 in splines
of planetary gear and overrunning clutch to prevent
splines from rotating out of alignment. If misalign-
ment occurs, overdrive unit will have to be disassem-
bled in order to realign splines.
(12) Remove and retain overdrive piston thrust
bearing. Bearing may remain on piston or in clutch
hub during removal.
(13) Position drain pan on workbench.
(14) Place overdrive unit over drain pan. Tilt unit
to drain residual fluid from case.
(15) Examine fluid for clutch material or metal
fragments. If fluid contains these items, overhaul will
be necessary.
(16) If overdrive unit does not require any service,
leave alignment tool in position. Tool will prevent
accidental misalignment of planetary gear and over-
running clutch splines.Fig. 126 Overdrive Unit Bolts
1 - OVERDRIVE UNIT
2 - ATTACHING BOLTS (7)
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OVERDRIVE OFF SWITCH (Continued)