interior JEEP CHEROKEE 1995 Service Manual PDF

BODY COMPONENTSÐYJ VEHICLES
CONTENTS
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DOORS............................... 134
EXTERIOR COMPONENTS................ 104
GENERAL SERVICE INFORMATION......... 102INTERIOR COMPONENTS................ 151
PAINT................................ 158
STATIONARY GLASS.................... 144
GENERAL SERVICE INFORMATION
LABELS/DECALS/PLATESÐYJ
Most of the labels, decals and metal plates that are
affixed to YJ vehicles (Figs. 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5) contain
either safety or otherwise essential information.
Refer to the Introduction of this manual for addi-
tional information involving labels and metal plates.
INSTALLATION
Follow the instructions included with each replace-
ment label/decal/plate to affix it to a panel, compo-
nent or window glass.
Fig. 1 YJ Underhood Labels/Decals
Fig. 2 YJ Interior and License Plate Holder
Labels/Decals
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(5) Remove the parking lamp retaining screws
(Fig. 2).
(6) Disconnect the wire harness connectors and re-
move the parking lamps (Fig. 2).
(7) Remove the front crossmember cover.
(8) Remove the retaining screws and the bumper
inserts at the top of the grille panel (Fig. 1).
(9) Detach the grille applique from the grille panel
(Fig. 1).
(10) Remove the double faced foam adhesive tape
at the bottom of the grille applique (Fig. 1).
INSTALLATION
(1) Install double faced foam tape at the bottom,
interior side of the grille applique (Fig. 1).
(2) Position the grille applique over the grille panel
and press inward along the bottom where the tape is
located (Fig. 1).
(3) Install the grille applique retaining screws and
the bumper inserts (Fig. 1).
(4) Connect the wire harness connectors and posi-
tion the headlamp buckets and headlamps in the
grille panel (Fig. 2).
(5) Install the headlamp bulb retainer and the
screws (Fig. 1). Tighten the screws to 2 Nzm (18 in-
lbs) torque.
(6) Install the headlamp bezels and the retaining
screws (Fig. 1). Tighten the screws securely.
(7) Connect the wire harness connectors and in-
stall the parking lamps.
(8) Install the parking lamp retaining screws.
Tighten the screws to 2 Nzm (18 in-lbs) torque.
(9) Close the hood.
(10) Install the front crossmember cover.
RADIATOR GRILLE PANEL
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the front crossmember cover.
(2) Remove the screws and washers, and separate
the radiator and shroud from the grille panel (Fig. 3).(3) If equipped, remove the retaining bolts and
separate the A/C condenser from the grille panel
(Fig. 4).
(4) Remove the retaining screws and the P/S fluid
reservoir from the grille panel (Fig. 5).
Fig. 2 Front LampsFig. 3 Radiator and Shroud
Fig. 4 Radiator and Shroud
Fig. 5 P/S Fluid Reservoir
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SOFT TOP SERVICEÐYJ
REMOVAL
(1) Detach the snap-on retainers from the upper
side retainers (Fig. 4 and 6).
(2) Slide the upper side retainer lock forward.
Next, disengage the lock from the pin and remove
the retainer from the door flange (Fig. 4, 5 and 7).
(3) Detach the snap-on retainer at the front corner
(Fig. 8), turn the retainers and remove the door win-
dows (Fig. 9).
(4) Open the side curtain upper and rear zippers.
(5) Detach the interior snap-on retainer and tab,
and pull the bottom edge of each side curtain out of
the lower side retainer channel.
(6) Slide the front edge of the side curtain down-
ward and remove it from the center bow retainer
channel.
(7) Pull downward on the spreader bar to release
the lock and the tension on the center and rear bows
(Fig. 10).
(8) Open the tailgate.(9) Open the rear curtain upper and side zippers.
(10) Roll up the rear curtain and attach it to the
top cover with the elastic straps and snap-on retain-
ers (Fig. 11).
(11) Pull the bottom edge of the rear corners out-
ward and detach from the side (lower) retainer (Fig.
12).
(12) Detach the top cover from the upper side re-
tainers located above the doors (Fig. 13). Next, de-
tach the top cover from the retainer channel located
along the upper edge of the windshield frame.
(13) Pull the top cover rearward from the wind-
shield frame and fold it above the center bow (Fig.
14).
(14) Slide the top cover rearward (Fig. 15). The
rear bow legs should move forward and fold under
the center bow legs and the upper side retainers.
Fig. 6 Upper Side Retainers
Fig. 7 Upper Side Retainer Removal From Door
Flange
Fig. 8 Door Window Snap-On Retainer
Fig. 9 Door Window Removal/Installation
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DOORS
INDEX
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Beltline SealÐYJ........................ 142
Door Frame Glass Channel ReplacementÐYJ . . . 142
Door Weatherstrip Seal ReplacementÐYJ...... 142
Full-Metal Door Assist HandleÐYJ........... 136
Full-Metal Door HingesÐYJ................ 140
Full-Metal Door Key Lock CylinderÐYJ........ 139
Full-Metal Door Latch External Release
HandleÐYJ........................... 140
Full-Metal Door Latch Inside Release and Lock
HandleÐYJ........................... 137
Full-Metal Door LatchÐYJ.................. 140Full-Metal Door ServiceÐYJ................ 142
Full-Metal Door Trim PanelÐYJ.............. 137
Full-Metal Door Vent Window GlassÐYJ....... 137
Full-Metal Door WaterdamÐYJ.............. 137
Full-Metal Door Weatherstrip SealsÐYJ........ 141
Full-Metal Door Window Glass Regulator
HandleÐYJ........................... 136
Full-Metal Door Window Glass RegulatorÐYJ . . . 138
Full-Metal Door Window GlassÐYJ........... 139
Half-Metal Door Latch StrikerÐYJ............ 135
Half-Metal Soft Top DoorÐYJ............... 134
HALF-METAL SOFT TOP DOORÐYJ
REMOVAL/DISASSEMBLY
(1) Open the door.
(2) Disconnect the door restraint strap from the
pin (Fig. 1).
(3) Turn the window retaining sleeves 1/4 turn to
the left and pull them up and out of the door (Fig. 2).
(4) Remove the window from the door by detaching
the soft top-to-door snap fasteners and pulling the
window up and out of the door (Fig. 3).
(5) Remove the latch interior release handle (Fig.
4).
(6) Remove the assist handle.
(7) Remove the trim panel by detaching the retain-
ers around the perimeter of the trim panel (Fig. 4).(8) Remove the screws from the door latch handle,
disconnect the latch release rod and remove the han-
dle (Fig. 4).
(9) Remove the door latch screws (Fig. 4). Remove
the door latch with the rods attached.
(10) Remove the weatherstrip seal screws and
carefully remove the weatherstrip seal from door
edge (Fig. 5).
(11) Remove the retaining nuts from the door
hinge pivots and remove the door from the body (Fig.
1).
(12) Remove the retaining screws and the hinges
from the door.
ASSEMBLY/INSTALLATION
(1) Install the hinges and the retaining screws on
the door. Tighten the screws securely.
Fig. 1 Half-Metal Soft Top Door
Fig. 2 Window Retaining Sleeves
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(2) Position the door at the vehicle, insert the
hinge pivots in the hinge receptacles and install the
retaining nuts (Fig. 1). Tighten the nuts securely.
(3) Install the weatherstrip seal on the door edge
and install the seal retaining screws (Fig. 5).
(4) Position the latch in the door and install the re-
taining screws (Fig. 4). Tighten the screws securely.
(5) Position the door latch external release handle
and install the retaining screws (Fig. 4). Tighten the
screws securely. Connect the latch release rod to the
external release handle and the key lock-to-latch rod
(Fig. 6).
(6) Install the interior trim panel (Fig. 4).(7) Connect the latch release rod to the door latch
interior release handle and install the handle (Fig.
4).
(8) Install the assist handle.
(9) Install the window retaining sleeves.
(10) Install the window (Fig. 3).
(11) Attach the restraint strap to the pin (Fig. 1).
HALF-METAL DOOR LATCH STRIKERÐYJ
REPLACEMENT
(1) Remove the striker with a Torx bit (Fig. 7).
(2) Install the plate, shim and replacement striker
with a Torx bit (Fig. 7).
Fig. 4 Half-Metal Door Interior Trim Panel
Fig. 3 Window Removal/Installation
Fig. 5 Half-Metal Door Weatherstrip Seal
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(3) Close the jaws on the latch.
(4) Push the lock-to-latch rod forward toward the
inside release handle. Check to ensure the lock lever
on the latch is in the unlocked position.
(5) Position the threaded end of the lock rod over
the lever clip on the latch and push the rod into the
lock lever clip (Fig. 9). The lock lever should have a
full sweep of travel when activated by the inside con-
trol button. It should not bind or be stiff.
(7) Position the threaded end of the release lever
rod over the release lever clip on the latch and push
the rod into the release lever clip. The release lever
on the latch should be resting against the stop with
no preload after the rod is engaged in the retaining
clip. Visual observation will reveal any preload. If
preload is noted, disconnect the release lever rod and
install it again to eliminate the preload.
(8) Pull up on the outside handle release rod to po-
sition it as far up as possible and push the rod into
the release lever clip on the latch. The release lever
on the latch should be resting against stop with no
preload after the rod is engaged in the retaining clip.
(9) Close the latch jaws.
(10) Activate the inside lock control button. It
should not bind or be stiff, if either condition exists,
the latch should replaced.
(11) With the inside lock control button in the un-
lock position, pull the inside door handle to open the
jaws on the latch and close the door.
FULL-METAL DOOR LATCH INSIDE RELEASE AND
LOCK HANDLEÐYJ
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the retaining screw (Fig. 8).
(2) Pull the handle outward and detach the lock
and release rods from handle (Fig. 9).
(3) Remove the handle from the upper trim panel
(Fig. 8).
INSTALLATION
(1) Position the handle adjacent to the rods in the
upper trim panel opening and attach the rods to the
handle (Fig. 9).
(2) Position the handle in the upper trim cover and
install the retaining screw Fig. 8).
FULL-METAL DOOR TRIM PANELÐYJ
The door interior trim panels are covered with a vi-
nyl material (Fig. 8). They are attached to the door
inner panel rail retainer and with plastic clips in-
serted into holes in the door inner panel.
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the door assist handle (Fig. 8).
(2) Remove the window glass regulator handle
(Fig. 8).
(3) Remove the door latch release handle and the
upper trim panel (Figs. 8 and 9).
(4) Pry the lower trim panel-to-door retainers (lo-
cated around the perimeter of the panel) outward
and remove the panel (Fig. 8).
INSTALLATION
(1) Position the lower trim panel on the door inner
panel and insert the retainers in the holes in the
door inner panel.
To prevent creasing the trim panel vinyl
cover, do not hammer or exert excessive force
on the retainers.
(2) Install the upper trim panel and the door han-
dle.
(3) Install the window glass regulator handle (Fig.
8).
(4) Install the door assist handle.
FULL-METAL DOOR WATERDAMÐYJ
The waterdam is attached to the door inner panel
with adhesive and tape (Fig. 10).
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
(1) To remove a waterdam, insert a putty knife be-
tween it and the door inner panel.
(2) When installing a waterdam, ensure that lower
portion of
waterdam is tucked inside the door panel at the ac-
cess opening.
FULL-METAL DOOR VENT WINDOW GLASSÐYJ
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the door trim panel and the waterdam
(Fig. 8 and 9).
(2) Lower the door window glass to the down-stop
position.
(3) Remove the division channel upper attaching
screw and the lower adjustment screw (Fig. 11).
Fig. 9 Inside Door Handle and Rods
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(2) Position the door at the body opening, insert
the hinge pins in the hinge receptacles and install
the retaining nuts (Fig. 16). Tighten the nuts se-
curely.
(3) Install the weatherstrip seal on the door edge
(Fig. 18).
(4) Install the door outside handle and the keepers.
Connect the latch release rod to the handle (Fig. 13).
(5) Install the key lock cylinder (Fig. 14).
(6) Position the window glass in the channel and
the door.
(7) Attach the window glass to the regulator arm
guide (Fig. 12).
(8) Install the beltline weatherstrip seals in the
door (Fig. 18).
(9) Position the latch in the door and install the re-
taining screws (Fig. 15). Tighten the screws securely.
(10) Connect the latch rods (Fig. 19). Attach the in-
side release handle securely. Attach the rods to the
latch making sure the lock position of the lock posi-
tion of the latch toggle button are the same (Fig. 20).
The ends of the latch rods are threaded and
the overall length of each rod is adjustable
within the retainer clip. Adjust as necessary.
(11) Install the door latch cover plate on the door
inner panel (Fig. 11).
(12) Install the waterdam on the door inner panel
(Fig. 10).
(13) Install the interior trim panels (Fig. 8).
(14) Install the window regulator handle.(15) Connect the handle-to-latch rod and the lock-
to-latch rod to the door latch inside release handle
and install the handle (Figs. 19 and 8).
(16) Install the assist handle.
(17) Attach the restraint strap to the pin.
Fig. 19 Latch Rod Connections
Fig. 20 Latch Rod Positions
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WINDSHIELD FRAME WEATHERSTRIP SEALÐYJ
REMOVAL
The windshield frame weatherstrip seal can be re-
moved and installed with the frame tilted forward to
the full horizontal position (Fig. 4).
(1) Disconnect the top from the windshield frame.
If necessary, refer to the windshield frame removal
procedure.
(2) Remove the holddown bracket retaining screws
from the cowl.
(3) Tilt the windshield frame forward to the full
horizontal position (Fig. 4).
(4) Remove the retaining screws and the weather-
strip seal from the windshield frame (Fig. 4).
INSTALLATION
(1) Position the weatherstrip seal on the windshield
frame. Ensure that the frame outer panel flange is
properly seated in the seal groove.
(2) Install the seal retaining screws in the wind-
shield frame (Fig. 4).
(3) Tilt the windshield frame rearward to the full
vertical position.
(4) Install the holddown bracket retaining screws
in the cowl.
(5) Connect the top to the windshield frame. If
necessary, refer to the windshield frame installation
procedure.
WINDSHIELD GLASSÐYJ
The one-piece windshield glass (Fig. 5) is comprised
of two laminated sheets of glass. The glass is bonded
to the windshield frame with urethane adhesive (Fig.
5). This method of windshield glass installation com-
plies with the applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety
Standards (FMVSS).
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION METHODS
For windshield glass removal use a razor knife or
an electric hot knife to cut through the urethane. This
removal method applies in all instances.
Depending on the circumstances, either one of two
windshield glass installation methods can be used.
The short method is used when the windshield
glass is removed intact and the windshield frame
pinchweld flanges do not require repair.
The extended method must be used when a wind-
shield frame and/or a pinchweld flange is damaged.
The extended method must also be used when the
urethane no longer adheres to either the windshield
glass or the frame pinchweld flanges.
Remove windshield glass according to the procedure
described below. Next, determine the condition of the
adhesive bond and the windshield frame flanges, and
then select the installation method required.
When the windshield glass short installation
method is used, an even, uniform bead of ure-
thane adhesive must remain on the frame
pinchweld flanges. This adhesive bead is
needed as a base for the replacement glass.
If the extended installation method is used,
the original windshield interior trim molding
must be removed and discarded. The adhesive
cannot be removed from the original molding.
REMOVAL
(1) Cover body surface areas with protective cover-
ing to avoid paint damage and extra clean-up time.
(2) Remove the windshield wiper arms, the reveal
molding (Fig. 5) and the rearview mirror. If necessary,
refer to the applicable removal procedures.
(3) Make a preliminary cut around theperimeter
Fig. 4 Windshield Frame Weatherstrip Seal
Fig. 5 Windshield Components
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of the windshield glass along the glass edge with a
razor knife.
CAUTION: When cutting through the urethane with
a hot knife blade, do not allow the knife blade to re-
main stationary at any location.
(4) Cut the adhesive bead with a hot knife and a
straight or hooked knife blade.
(5) Start the hot knife blade between the glass and
the urethane. Next, cut the adhesive as close to the
glass edge as possible. Allow as much adhesive to re-
main on the frame flange as possible.For best cut-
ting results, clean the knife blade frequently
with steel wool while the blade is hot.
(6) Remove the windshield glass from the frame
(Fig. 5).
(7) After the hot knife blade has cooled, clean the
hot knife blade with solvent and a cloth. Sharpen the
blade with a fine-tooth file.
(8) If the extended windshield glass installation
method will be used, remove and discard the interior
trim molding (Fig. 5).
INSTALLATIONÐSHORT METHOD
Normally, after a windshield is installed, the rear-
view mirror bracket also requires installation. If so,
refer to the rearview mirror bracket replacement pro-
cedure.Do not install bracket until after wind-
shield installation is completed.
(1) Inspect the windshield frame pinchweld flanges
(Fig. 5) Prime any bare spots with urethane primer.
Allow a minimum of 18 minutes for dry time.
(2) Inspect the urethane bead for high spots. Level
the bead by shaving off high spots with a razor knife.
This is necessary for a flush-fit of the windshield
glass.
(3) Inspect the windshield molding. Replace the
molding if it has broken, distorted or ineffective re-
tainers.
(4) Clean the outer edge of the windshield glass
with naphtha or a similar product.
(5) Prime the outer perimeter of the interior side of
the glass 16 mm (5/8 inch) from the edge. Use a
wipe-off type urethane primer and wipe the glass dry
after primer application.
(6) Place the windshield glass in the frame on the
pinchweld flanges and inspect for gaps in the ure-
thane adhesive. Gaps in excess of 3 mm (1/8 inch)
must be filled with additional urethane adhesive.
(7) Adjust windshield glass position until it is
aligned with the flanges and the adhesive. Next,
make alignment marks on glass and body with a
grease pencil.
(8) Remove the windshield glass and position it on
a flat surface.
(9) If the replacement windshield glass does not
have blackout primer:²Attach a 25-mm (1-in) wide masking tape band
around the interior side of the glass 16 mm (5/8 in)
from the edge of the glass (Fig. 6).
²Attach the tape only to the interior side of
the glass.
²Thoroughly mix and apply blackout primer to the
16 mm (5/8 in) surface area around the interior side
of the glass (Fig. 6).
²Allow the primer to dry for at least 10-12 minutes.
(10) Cut the urethane adhesive applicator nozzle
(Fig. 7).
(11) Apply a 3-mm (1/8-in) diameter bead of ure-
thane to the surface area.
Fig. 6 Blackout Primer Application
Fig. 7 Applicator Nozzle Preparation
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CAUTION: Be prepared to install the windshield
glass immediately after applying the adhesive. The
adhesive begins to cure within 10-15 minutes.
(12) Align the windshield with the grease pencil
marks (or the tape strips) and position windshield on
frame flanges.
(13) Force the windshield glass inward just enough
to wet-out and set urethane. Use care to avoid exces-
sive squeeze-out of adhesive.
(14) Water test the windshield with a cold water
spray after installation. Do not direct high pressure
streams of water directly at the urethane. Use a
moderate spray only. If any leaks are detected, apply
urethane as necessary.
(15) Install the windshield reveal molding and (if
used) remove the masking tape from the inner sur-
face of the glass.
(16) Install all removed components and clean the
vehicle. If necessary, refer to the applicable installa-
tion procedures.
(17) Open windows and liftgate to prevent pres-
sure build-up while the urethane is curing.
(18) Install the rearview mirror on the bracket and
tighten the mirror setscrew with 2 Nzm (15 in-lbs)
torque.
INSTALLATIONÐEXTENDED METHOD
Normally, after a windshield is installed, the rear-
view mirror bracket also requires installation.Do
not install the bracket until after the wind-
shield installation is completed.
(1) Remove all of the original urethane from all the
frame pinchweld flanges. Use an electric hot knife
and a plow-type knife blade to remove the adhesive.
(2) Inspect and repair the windshield frame and
the pinchweld flanges as necessary.
(3) Inspect and replace the reveal molding if the
retainers are damaged.
(4) Prime the frame pinchweld flanges with a ure-
thane base primer. However, if the flange is top-
coated with paint, prime the flanges with a paint
finish primer.This is important because ure-
thane adhesive will not adhere to all top coat
paints.
(5) Install the replacement interior trim molding
(Fig. 5) on the frame pinchweld flanges (Fig. 5).
(6) Install and inspect the fit of the windshield
glass on the pinchweld flanges according to the fol-
lowing instructions:
²Position the windshield glass on the flanges and
adjust the position until it is correctly aligned within
the windshield frame.
²Measure the gap between the frame and the glass
around the entire perimeter of the glass and the
flange.
²The gap should be at least 3 mm (1/8 in) but no
more than 6 mm (1/4 in) at any point around the pe-rimeter, and the flanges should be in complete con-
tact with the glass around the perimeter of the
frame.
(7) If the pinchweld flanges require repair, remove
the windshield glass and straighten, align, or repair
the flange(s) as necessary.
(8) Position the windshield on the flanges and in-
spect the windshield fit again. If the fit is acceptable,
mark windshield final position on the glass and the
frame. The marks (or masking tape) will be used for
installation alignment reference.
(9) If the replacement windshield glass does not
have blackout primer:
²Attach a 25-mm (1-in) wide masking tape band
around the interior side of the glass 16 mm (5/8 in)
from the edge of the glass (Fig. 6).
²Attach the tape only to the interior side of
the glass.
²Thoroughly mix and apply blackout primer to the
16 mm (5/8 in) surface area around the interior side
of the glass (Fig. 6).
²Allow the primer to dry for at least 10-12 minutes.
(10) Cut the urethane adhesive applicator nozzle
(Fig. 7).
(11) Apply a 3-mm (1/8-in) diameter bead of ure-
thane to the surface area.
CAUTION: Be prepared to install the windshield
glass immediately after applying the adhesive. The
adhesive begins to cure within 10-15 minutes.
(12) Align windshield with reference marks (or the
tape strips) and position it on the frame pinchweld
flanges.
(13) Force the windshield glass inward just enough
to wet-out and set urethane. Use care to avoid exces-
sive squeeze-out of adhesive.
(14) Water test the windshield with a cold water
spray after installation. Do not direct high pressure
streams of water directly at the urethane. Use a
moderate spray only. If any leaks are detected, apply
urethane as necessary.
(15) Install the windshield reveal molding and (if
used) remove the masking tape from the inner sur-
face of the glass.
(16) Install all the other previously removed com-
ponents and clean the vehicle. If necessary, refer to
the applicable installation procedures.
(17) Open windows and liftgate to prevent pres-
sure build-up while the urethane is curing.
(18) Install the rearview mirror on the bracket and
tighten the mirror setscrew to 2 Nzm (15 in-lbs)
torque.
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