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We have info for following modifications of 2001 Jeep Wrangler

  • 2001 Jeep Wrangler 2.5 L4 GAS, CID:150, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:150, Engine VIN:, Desg:P
  • 2001 Jeep Wrangler 4.0 L6 GAS, CID:242, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:242, Engine VIN:, Desg:S

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Jeep Wrangler AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2001 Jeep Wrangler cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Drum Brakes -> Jeep -> Adjustments -> Cherokee & Grand Cherokee -> Parking Brake -> Service Brakes -> Wrangler
Vehicle: 2001 Jeep Wrangler 4.0 L6 GAS

Service Brakes

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove access slot cover at rear of brake support plate.
  • Using a suitable brake adjustment tool, rotate adjuster star wheel while turning wheel and tire until brake locks.
  • Insert a suitable thin tool through adjustment hole and disengage automatic adjuster arm from star wheel, then back off screw approximately one turn.
  • Install access slot cover, then lower vehicle and check for proper brake operation.
  • Drive vehicle in Reverse, make 10-15 firm brake applications with one forward stop between each reverse application to equalize adjustment.

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Jeep Wrangler AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2001 Jeep Wrangler cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Diagnosis & Testing -> Caravan, Town & Country & Voyager -> Combination Valve Test -> Fixed Proportioning Valve Test -> Height Sensing Proportioning Valve Test -> Master Cylinder/Power Booster Test -> Power Booster Check Valve Test -> Power Booster Vacuum Test -> Pressure Differential Switch -> PT Cruiser
Vehicle: 2001 Jeep Wrangler 4.0 L6 GAS

Master Cylinder/Power Booster Test

  • Start engine and inspect booster vacuum hose connections for leaks.
  • Stop engine and shift transmission into neutral.
  • Pump brake pedal until all vacuum reserve in booster is depleted.
  • Press and hold brake pedal under light foot pressure. Pedal should hold firm. If it falls away master cylinder is faulty.
  • Start engine and note pedal action. Pedal should fall away slightly under light foot pressure, then hold firm.
  • If no pedal action is felt, the power booster, vacuum supply or vacuum check valve are faulty. Proceed to "Power Booster Vacuum Test."
  • If p...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Jeep Wrangler AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2001 Jeep Wrangler cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Cherokee, Grand Cherokee & Wrangler -> Parking Brake Service
Vehicle: 2001 Jeep Wrangler 4.0 L6 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove rear wheel and tire assembly, then the caliper and anchor as an assembly.
  • Remove rubber access plug from back of rear disc brake splash shield.
  • If necessary, retract parking brake shoes with suitable brake adjuster tool.
  • remove rotor from axle hub flange.
  • Remove lower shoe to shoe spring/adjuster spring with needle nose pliers.
  • Remove upper shoe...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Jeep Wrangler AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2001 Jeep Wrangler cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Cherokee, Grand Cherokee & Wrangler -> Brake Pad Service -> Front -> Installation -> Rear -> Removal
Vehicle: 2001 Jeep Wrangler 4.0 L6 GAS

Removal

Front
  • Unfasten caliper as outlined under "Caliper Service." It is not necessary to disconnect brake hose from caliper. Support caliper at all times to prevent brake hose damage.
  • Remove outboard brake pad from caliper by pressing one end inward to release pad lug.
  • Rotate shoe upward until spring clears caliper.
  • Press other end of pad inward to release other lug, then rotate upwards and out of caliper.
  • Grasp ends of inboard pad and tilt outward to release springs from caliper piston.
  • Clean caliper interior using clean shop cloths. Do not use compressed air, as damage to du...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Jeep Wrangler AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2001 Jeep Wrangler cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Drum Brakes -> Jeep -> Precautions
Vehicle: 2001 Jeep Wrangler 4.0 L6 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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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Jeep Wrangler AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2001 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: 2001 Jeep Wrangler 2.5 L4 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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