2004 JEEP WRANGLER service schedule

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
The ªScheduledº maintenance services, listed inbold
typemust be done at the times or mileages specified to
assure the continued proper functioning of the emission
control system. These, and all other maintenance services
included in this manual, should be done to provide best
vehicle performance and reliability. More frequent main-
tenance may be needed for vehicles in severe operating
conditions such as dusty areas and very short trip
driving.
Inspection and service also should be done any time a
malfunction is suspected.
NOTE:Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the
emission control devices and systems on your vehicle
may be performed by any automotive repair establish-
ment or individual using any automotive part which has
been certified pursuant to U.S. EPA or, in the State of
California, California Air Resources Board regulations.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
There are two maintenance schedules that show the
requiredservice for your vehicle.
First is Schedule(B(. It is for vehicles that are operated
under the conditions that are listed below and at the
beginning of the schedule.
²Day or night temperatures are below 32ÉF (0ÉC)
²Stop and go driving
²Excessive engine idling
²Driving in dusty conditions
²Short trips of less than 10 miles (16.2 km)
²More than 50% of your driving is at sustained high
speeds during hot weather, above 90ÉF (32ÉC)
²Trailer towing
²Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial service)
²Off-road or desert driving
²If equipped for and operated with E-85 (ethanol)
fuel.
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Schedule ªBº
Follow this schedule if you usually operate your vehicle
under one or more of the following conditions.
²Day or night temperatures are below 32ÉF (0ÉC)
²Stop and go driving
²Excessive engine idling
²Driving in dusty conditions
²Short trips of less than 10 miles (16.2 km)
²More than 50% of your driving is at sustained high
speeds during hot weather, above 90ÉF (32ÉC)
²Trailer towing
²Taxi, police, or delivery service (commercial service)
²Off-road or desert driving
²If equipped for and operated with E-85 (ethanol)
fuel.
Miles 3,000 6,000 9,000 12,000 15,000
(Kilometers) (5 000) (10 000) (14 000) (19 000) (24 000)
Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X X
Inspect the engine air filter element, replace if
necessary.X
Lubricate the steering linkage tie rod ends. X X X X X
Lubricate the steering and suspension ball joints. X X
Inspect the brake linings. X
Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluid³ X
SCHEDULE ªBº 265
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Miles 108,000 111,000 114,000 117,000 120,000
(Kilometers) (173 000) (178 000) (182 000) (187 000) (192 000)
Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X X X
Inspect the engine air filter element, replace if
necessary.X
Inspect the PCV Valve, and replace if necessary.LX
Replace the spark plugs.X
Inspect the ignition cables, and replace if neces-
sary (2.4L Only).X
Lubricate the steering linkage tie rod ends. X X X X X
Lubricate the steering and suspension ball joints. X X X
Inspect the brake linings. X X
Drain and refill the front and rear axle fluid³ X X
Drain and refill the automatic transmission fluid,
and replace main sump filter.X
Inspect the drive belt and replace as needed. Not
required if belt was previously replaced.X
Drain and refill the transfer case fluid. X
Inspection and service should also be performed anytime
a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re-
ceipts.LThis maintenance is recommended by the manufac-
turer to the owner, but is not required to maintain
emissions warranty.
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³Off-highway operation, trailer towing, taxi, limousine,
bus, snow plowing, or other types of commercial service
or prolonged operation with heavy loading, especially inhot weather, require front and rear axle service indicated
witha³inSchedule ªBº. Perform these services if the
vehicle is usually operated under these conditions.
SCHEDULE ªBº 273
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Miles 108,000 114,000 120,000
(Kilometers) (173 000) (182 000) (192 000)
[Months] [108] [114] [120]
Change the engine oil and engine oil filter. X X X
Inspect the engine air filter element, and replace if necessary.X
Replace the ignition cables (2.4L Only).X
Inspect the PCV Valve, and replace if necessary.LX
Replace the spark plugs.X
Lubricate the steering linkage joints and outer tie rod ends. X X X
Lubricate the steering and suspension ball joints. X X
Inspect the brake linings. X
Replace the timing belt (2.4L Only). X
Inspect the drive belt, and replace as needed. Not required if pre-
viously replaced.X
Drain and refill the transfer case fluid. X
Inspection and service should also be performed anytime
a malfunction is observed or suspected. Retain all re-
ceipts.LThis maintenance is recommended by the manufac-
turer to the owner, but is not required to maintain
emissions warranty.
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Daytime Running...................... 58
Dimmer Switch, Headlight............... 57
Fog ................................ 58
Headlight Switch...................... 57
High Beam.......................... 117
High Beam Indicator................... 117
Instrument Cluster..................... 57
Interior.............................. 56
Lights On Reminder.................... 57
Low Fuel........................... 120
Passing............................. 57
Seat Belt Reminder.................... 117
Sentry Key.......................... 116
Turn Signal........................58,116
Upshift Indicator...................... 117
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . . 116
Loading Vehicle
Tires ............................... 188
Locks................................ 15
Door............................... 15
Steering Wheel........................ 14
Lower Anchors and Tether for
CHildren (LATCH)...................... 33Lubrication, Body....................... 237
Lug Nuts............................. 215
Maintenance, Airbag..................... 29
Maintenance Free Battery................. 234
Maintenance Procedures.................. 228
Maintenance Schedule................... 262
Schedule9A9......................... 274
Schedule9B9......................... 265
Maintenance Schedules.................. 262
Malfunction Indicator Light............ 118,226
Manual, Service........................ 285
Manual Transmission.................163,246
Fluid Level Check..................... 247
Lubricant Selection.................... 246
Shift Speeds......................... 164
Master Cylinder........................ 244
Mirrors............................... 46
Automatic Dimming.................... 46
Compass/Temperature.................. 46
Outside............................. 49
Rearview............................ 46
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle............ 8
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