1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee Service and Repair Manual

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1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.

Designed for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you diagnose issues correctly, follow proven repair steps, and use wiring diagrams and system sections to track faults faster.

What’s included

  • Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
  • Specifications and reference data (where provided)
  • Electrical diagnostics with wiring diagrams
  • Coverage across major systems: engine, transmission/driveline, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC, and more

Trims covered

  • Limited Sport Utility 4-Door
  • 5.9 Limited Sport Utility 4-Door
  • TSi Sport Utility 4-Door
  • Laredo Sport Utility 4-Door

Engines covered

  • 5.9L 360Cu. In. V8 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
  • 4.0L 242Cu. In. l6 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
  • 5.2L 5211CC 318Cu. In. V8 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated

Index / Table of contents

  • Body
  • Brakes
  • Chassis Electrical
  • Driveline
  • Engine Cooling
  • Engine Electrical
  • Engine Mechanical
  • Engine Performance & Emission Controls
  • Fuel System
  • General Information & Identification
  • Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
  • Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
  • Steering
  • Suspension
  • Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
  • Wiring Diagrams

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Vehicle Safety Data

1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #13V25200019/06/2013Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 1993-1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2002-2007 Jeep Liberty vehicles. The fuel tanks in these vehicles are at risk of failure and leakage in

Consequence

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.

Remedy

Owners may take their vehicles to dealers and the dealers will perform a free inspection of the rear

NHTSA #06E02200013/03/2006Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

CERTAIN AFTERMARKET BRAKE HYDRAULIC MASTER CYLINDERS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT BRAKE CYLINDERS FOR CERTAIN FORD, DAIMLERCHRYSLER, AND JEEP PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE BRAKE CYLINDERS WERE SOLD UNDER THE BRAN

Consequence

LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID CAN LEAD TO A DECREASE IN BRAKE LINE PRESSURE AND AN INCREASE IN STOPPING DISTAN

Remedy

AFFINIA (BRAKE PARTS, INC.) WILL REPLACE THE SUBJECT BRAKE HYDRAULIC MASTER CYLINDERS FREE OF CHARGE

NHTSA #09E02500011/05/2009Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONF

Consequence

DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy

DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE S

NHTSA #00V13600010/05/2000Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER AND MULTI-PURPOSE VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, NEW HAMP

Consequence

THE REDUCED STRENGTH CAN ALLOW THE CAST IRON WEAR SURFACE TO SEPARATE FROM THE HUB, REDUCING THE BRA

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THESE ROTORS WITH ROTORS THAT ARE COATED WITH A CORROSION PROTECTION.

NHTSA #09E01200007/04/2009Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING

SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONF

Consequence

DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy

SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE S

NHTSA #06E01100001/02/2006Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

CERTAIN AFTERMARKET AIRTEX ELECTRIC FUEL PUMPS INSTALLED FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR CERTAIN 1997-2004 JEEP WRANGLER; 1997-2001 JEEP CHEROKEE; 1997-2004 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE; AND 2000-2003 DOD

Consequence

IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FUEL LEAK COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

Remedy

AIRTEX WILL NOTIFY ITS CUSTOMERS AND WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED FUEL PUMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECAL

TSB #10229256

KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehicl

TSB #10221686

KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehicl

TSB #10191460

Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.

TSB #10175735

Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are neces

TSB #10229910

Towing Capacity For Vehicles Modified With N45 Or N46 Trailer-Hitch Assembly This bulletin specifies the approved tow rating for vehicles not equipped with trailer tow package that have received a trailer-hitch assembly as a result of the N

TSB #10221079

Towing Capacity For Vehicles Modified With N45 Or N46 Trailer-Hitch Assembly This bulletin specifies the approved tow rating for vehicles not equipped with trailer tow package that have received a trailer-hitch assembly as a result of the N

TSB #10220995

Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are now available as a kit. If the insulator requires replacement pl

TSB #10220409

Chrysler will offer owners an upgrade to the rear structure of the subject vehicles by the addition of a trailer hitch to better manage the crash forces in low-speed impacts.

Showing the 8 most recent of 90 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20130219Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLYCrash reportedFire reported2 fatalities

S10 DIRECT REPLY-LETTER TO THE WHITE HOUSE FROM CONSTITUENT REQUESTING HELP TO SAVE FAMILIES OTHERWISE DESTINED TO BURN TO DEATH IN A JEEP BECAUSE OF AN ACCIDENT. WH CONTACT GALEN MAIN (202) 456-2176-

20130219Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINECrash reportedFire reported2 fatalities

S10 DIRECT REPLY-LETTER TO THE WHITE HOUSE FROM CONSTITUENT REQUESTING HELP TO SAVE FAMILIES OTHERWISE DESTINED TO BURN TO DEATH IN A JEEP BECAUSE OF AN ACCIDENT. WH CONTACT GALEN MAIN (202) 456-2176-

20131123Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINECrash reportedFire reported1 fatalities

MY NEPHEW DIED IN A FIRE AFTER HE WAS IMPACTED FROM THE REAR WHILE AVOIDING DEBRIS/PEOPLE IN THE HIGHWAY. WWW.WGGB.COM/2013/11/11/STATE-POLICE-SAY-THEY-HAVE-TRUCK-LINKED-TO-I-91-DEADLY-CRASH-INVESTIG

20131123Component: STRUCTURECrash reportedFire reported1 fatalities

MY NEPHEW DIED IN A FIRE AFTER HE WAS IMPACTED FROM THE REAR WHILE AVOIDING DEBRIS/PEOPLE IN THE HIGHWAY. WWW.WGGB.COM/2013/11/11/STATE-POLICE-SAY-THEY-HAVE-TRUCK-LINKED-TO-I-91-DEADLY-CRASH-INVESTIG

20150417Component: POWER TRAINCrash reportedFire reported

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 1998 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH UP AN INCLINE, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO ROLL BACKWARDS AND THEN FLIPPED OVER. THE DRIVER AND FRONT SEAT PASSENGER WERE

Showing the 5 most serious of 1349 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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