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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Jeep Wrangler AUTOMOBILES

Anti-Lock Brakes -> Jeep -> Description
Vehicle: 2008 Jeep Wrangler X 3.8 V6 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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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Jeep Wrangler AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> Front -> Rear
Vehicle: 2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited X 3.8 V6 GAS

Front

  • With vehicle in neutral, position vehicle on hoist.
  • Remove skid plate if equipped to gain access to propeller shaft.
  • Mark a line across axle pinion flange, propeller shaft, flange yoke and transfer case for installation reference.
  • Remove U-joint strap bolts at pinion shaft yoke.
  • Remove transfer case yoke bolts.
  • Push rear of propeller shaft forward to clear transfer case yoke.
  • Remove propeller shaft from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • Align reference marks.
    • Torque U-joint strap bolts to 14 ft. lbs.
    • Torque tran...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Jeep Wrangler AUTOMOBILES

Wiring Diagrams -> Wire Color Code Identification
Vehicle: 2008 Jeep Wrangler Sahara 3.8 V6 GAS

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Jeep Wrangler AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited X 3.8 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove alternator drive belt.
  • Remove alternator mounting bolts and nut.
  • Unsnap plastic insulator cap from B+ output terminal.
  • Remove B+ terminal nut and terminal.
  • Disconnect field wire connec...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Jeep Wrangler AUTOMOBILES

Chrysler LLC Trucks -> Traction Control System Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon 3.8 V6 GAS

This lamp should light for a approximately 6-8 seconds when the ignition is turned On as a bulb check. If the warni...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Jeep Wrangler AUTOMOBILES

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited X 3.8 V6 GAS

Inlet

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition heater core inlet hose clamp at thermostat housing.
  • Remove hose from thermostat housing.
  • Reposition heater hose inlet clamp at heater core.
  • Remove heater inlet hose from heater core.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedu...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Jeep Wrangler AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Jeep Wrangler X 3.8 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect negative battery cable from battery.
  • Rotate belt tensioner clockwise until it contacts its stop.
  • Remove drive belt.
  • Slowly ...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2008 Jeep Wrangler AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2008 Jeep Wrangler cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Instrument Panel Diagram for 2008 Jeep Wrangler X 3.8 V6 GASInstrument Panel Diagram for 2008 Jeep Wrangler X 3.8 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Connector C200
  • Ground G201
  • Ground G203
  • Connector C201
  • Right Body Diagram for 2008 Jeep Wrangler X 3.8 V6 GASRight Body Diagram for 2008 Jeep Wrangler X 3.8 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Right Side Impact Sensor 1
  • Connector C200
  • Connector C308
  • Passenger Seat Belt Retractor Tensioner
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2008 Jeep Wrangler AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2008 Jeep Wrangler cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara 3.8 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara 3.8 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Rear Power Window Switch
  • LH Rear Window Motor
  • RH Rear Window Motor
  • 2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited X 3.8 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited X 3.8 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Cluster
  • Front Power Window Switch
  • RH Front Window Motor
  • LH Front Window Motor
  • Electronics
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2008 Jeep Wrangler AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2008 Jeep Wrangler cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Hard To Fill Or Fuel Nozzle Shuts Off Repeatedly
    Vehicle: 2008 Jeep Wrangler Sahara 3.8 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Fuel Sys, Driveability, Filters (Air & Fuel)
  • Document: Hard Top/Soft Top Water Leak Diagnosis
    Vehicle: 2008 Jeep Wrangler Sahara 3.8 V6 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Leaks
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2008 Jeep Wrangler AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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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