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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Jeep Cherokee AUTOMOBILES

A/C & Cooling System Maintenance -> DaimlerChrysler Corp. -> Jeep
Vehicle: 1990 Jeep Cherokee Limited 4.0 L6 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Jeep Cherokee AUTOMOBILES

DISC BRAKES, CHRYSLER CORP. -> Type 7-Single Piston Sliding Caliper, Jeep -> CALIPER SERVICE -> ASSEMBLE -> CJ-7, Cherokee, Comanche, Scrambler, Wagoneer & Wrangler -> DISASSEMBLE -> Grand Wagoneer & J-Series Truck -> INSTALLATION -> REMOVAL
Vehicle: 1990 Jeep Cherokee Pioneer 4.0 L6 GAS

REMOVAL

Grand Wagoneer & J-Series Truck
  • Drain and discard 2/3 of brake fluid from master cylinder front reservoir.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove front wheel and tire assemblies.
  • Press caliper piston to bottom of bore using suitable screwdriver or C-clamp.
  • Remove caliper mounting bolts.
  • Remove caliper by lifting upward and out of shield and support.
  • Disconnect brake hose at caliper.
CJ-7, Cherokee, Comanche, Scrambler, Wagoneer & Wrangler
  • Remove and discard 2/3 of brake fluid from largest master cylinder reservoir.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove front wheel and tire assemblies.
  • Press c...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Jeep Cherokee AUTOMOBILES

DaimlerChrysler Corp./Jeep Light Trucks, SUVs & Vans -> Component Locations -> 1987-93 Cherokee, Comanche & Wagoneer
Vehicle: 1990 Jeep Cherokee Pioneer 4.0 L6 GAS

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Jeep Cherokee AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> Front -> Rear
Vehicle: 1990 Jeep Cherokee Limited 4.0 L6 GAS

Front

  • Hoist and support vehicle on safety stands.
  • Scribe alignment marks on yokes at transfer case. Place marks at pinion shaft and at each end of propeller shaft. These marks will be used for installation reference.
  • Remove universal joint strap bolts at pinion shaft yoke.
  • Disconnect propeller shaft at transfer case and remove propeller shaft.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • Torque universal joint strap/clamp bolts at axle yoke to 14 ft. lbs.
    • Torque flange to transfer case bolts to 20 ft. lbs.

Rear

  • Shif...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Jeep Cherokee AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1990 Jeep Cherokee 2.5 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove starter to flywheel housing and rear bracket to engine or transaxle attaching bolts.
  • Remove heat shield clamp and heat shield, if required.
  • Disconnect starter cable a...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Jeep Cherokee AUTOMOBILES

Chrysler LLC Trucks -> Emission Maintenance Reminder Indicator -> 1990 Comanche, Cherokee, Wagoneer & Wrangler
Vehicle: 1990 Jeep Cherokee Laredo 4.0 L6 GAS

The emission maintenance timer will light an instrument cluster indicator lamp when vehicle mileage has reached 82,500 miles. At this time, the oxygen sensor and PCV valve should be replaced, in addition to the other required emission maintenance schedule for this mileage.

If the timer should fail before vehicle has accumulated 82,500 miles, the timer and oxygen sensor should both be replaced to maintain a proper sensor replacement interval.

After performing the required service, replace the emission maintenance timer as follows:

  • On Comanche, Cherokee...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Jeep Cherokee AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 1990 Jeep Cherokee Pioneer 4.0 L6 GAS

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Remove surge tank hose/pipe.
  • Remove radiator inlet hose.
  • Remove radiator outlet hose.
  • Remove alignment dowel E-clip from radiator lower mounting bracket.
  • Disconnect coolant reserve bottle hose from radiator.
  • Remove cooling fan shroud.
  • On models with automatic transmissions, disconnect transmission oil cooler lines from radiat...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Jeep Cherokee AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1990 Jeep Cherokee 2.5 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Loosen power steering pump rear mounting bolts, piv...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1990 Jeep Cherokee AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1990 Jeep Cherokee cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Body Harness Splices  Diagram for 1990 Jeep Cherokee Laredo 4.0 L6 GASBody Harness Splices Diagram for 1990 Jeep Cherokee Laredo 4.0 L6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Splice L3
  • Splice L1-1
  • Splice 99-16
  • Splice L1
  • Splice L2
  • Anti-Lock Brake System Splices  Diagram for 1990 Jeep Cherokee  4.0 L6 GASAnti-Lock Brake System Splices Diagram for 1990 Jeep Cherokee 4.0 L6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Splice 204
  • Splice 99-12
  • Splice 235-1
  • Splice 205
  • Splice 235
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1990 Jeep Cherokee AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1990 Jeep Cherokee cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1990 Jeep Cherokee Limited 4.0 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram1990 Jeep Cherokee Limited 4.0 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Radio/ Clock Illumination Relay
  • 1990 Jeep Cherokee Laredo 4.0 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram1990 Jeep Cherokee Laredo 4.0 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Oil Pressure Switch
  • Coolant Temperature Sender
  • Coolant Temperature Switch
  • Oil Pressure Sender
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1990 Jeep Cherokee AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1990 Jeep Cherokee cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: CHILD SEAT TETHER ANCHOR INSTALLATION - REV
    Vehicle: 1990 Jeep Cherokee 2.5 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Seats, Belts, Interior Trim, Carpets, Air Bags
  • Document: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID USAGE - ATF+4 (TYPE 9602) - REVISED
    Vehicle: 1990 Jeep Cherokee 2.5 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Automatic Trans, Coolers, Torque Converter
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1990 Jeep Cherokee AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1990 Jeep Cherokee cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 1990 Jeep Cherokee cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 1990 Jeep Cherokee cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 1990 Jeep Cherokee cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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