1997 Jeep Wrangler Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 1997 Jeep Wrangler

  • 1997 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0 L6 GAS, CID:242, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:242, Engine VIN:, Desg:S
  • 1997 Jeep Wrangler Sahara 4.0 L6 GAS, CID:242, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:242, Engine VIN:, Desg:S
  • 1997 Jeep Wrangler SE 2.5 L4 GAS, CID:150, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:150, Engine VIN:, Desg:P

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Jeep Wrangler AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Jeep Wrangler cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Power Brake Unit Service -> 1998 -> 1999-2001 -> Caravan, Town & Country & Voyager -> Cherokee -> Dakota & Durango -> Full Size Pickup -> Full Size Van -> Grand Cherokee -> Hydraulic Booster -> Inline Mount -> Installation -> PT Cruiser -> Removal -> Replacement -> Transverse Mount -> Vacuum Booster -> Wrangler
Vehicle: 1997 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0 L6 GAS

The only serviceable power brake booster components are the vacuum hose and the check valve. The power brake booster must be serviced as an assembly. If diagnosis indicates a power brake booster fault condition, the unit must be replaced as an assembly.

Replacement

Full Size Pickup
Vacuum Booster
  • With engine stopped, pump brake pedal four or five times to deplete power booster vacuum.
  • On 1997 models, proceed as follows:
    • Disconnect harness wires from differential switch on combination valve and from RWAL valve.
    • Disconnect brake line from combination valve to front brakes, or AB...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Jeep Wrangler AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Jeep Wrangler cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> Jeep -> Diagnosis & Testing -> 1997 Cherokee & Grand Cherokee -> 1997 Wrangler -> 1998 Cherokee & Grand Cherokee -> 1998 Wrangler -> 1999 Cherokee -> 1999 Grand Cherokee -> 1999 Wrangler -> 2000 Cherokee -> 2000 Grand Cherokee -> 2000 Wrangler -> 2001 Cherokee -> 2001 Grand Cherokee -> 2001 Wrangler -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Tests -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation -> Inactive Trouble Code Condition -> Pump Motor Circuit Failure -> Speed Sensor Circuit Failure -> System Inspection -> System Undervoltage -> Wiring Diagrams
Vehicle: 1997 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0 L6 GAS

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

  • Connect DRB scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC), the DLC is located under lefthand side of instrument panel, near steering column.
  • Turn ignition switch to On position.
  • When DRB screen prompts, select "System/Anti-Lock Brakes/Teves," then read and record module information and any Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC)s that are output.

Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation

If a DRB diagnostic scan tool has been used to access the diagnostic system, refer to the "Diagnostic Chart Index" for a list of scan tool failure outputs. The outputs will correspond...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Jeep Wrangler AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Jeep Wrangler cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Adjustments -> 1997-2000 -> 2001 -> Height Sensing Proportioning Valve -> Park Brake Cable Tensioner -> Stop Lamp Switch
Vehicle: 1997 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0 L6 GAS

Height Sensing Proportioning Valve

1997-2000
  • Raise and support vehicle, allowing rear suspension to hang free.
  • Remove rear wheel and tire assemblies.
  • Using an appropriate jack, support rear axle.
  • Disconnect track bar from rear axle, then the shock absorbers.
  • Loosen, but do not remove, both leaf spring to front spring hanger pivot bolts.
  • Loosen adjustment nut on actuator, Fig. .
  • Ensure hooked end of actuator is properly seated in clip on valve lever and clip is properly positioned on lever of valve.
  • Pull housing of valve actuator toward spring hanger until lever on valve bottoms on body of va...

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Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Jeep Wrangler cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> Jeep -> Description
Vehicle: 1997 Jeep Wrangler SE 2.5 L4 GAS

The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) prevents wheel lock-up by monitoring wheel speed and altering pressure to the wheels. This is accomplished using an anti-lock brake module, power brake hydraulic booster, electric pump, accumulator, three channel modulator and wheel speed sensors.

In the event of emergency braking, monitors will read individual wheel speed so that maximum braking effectiveness can be maintained at all times. As wheel speed...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Jeep Wrangler AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Jeep Wrangler cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Cherokee, Grand Cherokee & Wrangler -> Rotor Replacement -> Front -> Rear
Vehicle: 1997 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0 L6 GAS

Front

  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove wheel and caliper as outlined under "Caliper Service."
  • Remove retainers securing rotor to hub, Fig. , then slide rotor off hub studs.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

Rear

  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove wheel and caliper as outlined under "Caliper Service."
  • Remove access plug from brake splash shield, then rotate adjuster screw with brake tool as shown in Fig. to back off parking brake shoes. Driver's side screw must be rotated clockwise and passenger's side counterclo...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Jeep Wrangler AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Jeep Wrangler cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Drum Brakes -> Jeep -> Precautions
Vehicle: 1997 Jeep Wrangler SE 2.5 L4 GAS

When working on or around brake assemblies, care must be taken to prevent breathing asbestos dust, as many manufacturers incorporate asbestos fibers in the production of brake linings. During routine service operations, the amount of asbestos dust from brake lining wear is at a low level due to a chemical breakdown during use, and a few precautions will minimize exposure. Do not sand or grind brake linings unless suitable local exhaust ventilation equipment is used to prevent exce...

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