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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Jeep Wrangler AUTOMOBILES

Anti-Lock Brakes -> Jeep -> Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Commander, Compass, Patriot & Grand Cherokee & Liberty -> Connector Pin Identification -> Diagnostic Tests -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation -> Wrangler
Vehicle: 2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon 3.8 V6 GAS

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

Connect a suitably programmed scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC) and follow manufacturer's instructions.

Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation

Refer to "Diagnostic Tests" for diagnostic trouble code interpretation.

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Jeep Wrangler AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT U-JOINT, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon 3.8 V6 GAS

Clamp only the narrow forged portion of the yoke in the vise. Failure to heed caution may result in damage.

  • Remove axle shaft.
  • Remove bearing cap retaining snap rings. Saturate the bearing caps with penetrating oil prior to removal.
  • Place socket (receiver) with inside diameter larger than bearing cap against yoke and perimeter of bearing cap to be removed.
  • Pla...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Jeep Wrangler AUTOMOBILES

Description -> Base Tire Pressure Monitor System -> Premium Tire Pressure Monitor System -> Wireless Control Module (WCM)
Vehicle: 2008 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 3.8 V6 GAS

Base Tire Pressure Monitor System

This system will consist of TPMS sensors attached to each wheel through the valve stem mounting hole, a Wireless Control Module (WCM) and a yellow TPMS telltale lamp. A tire pressure sensor shall be installed in the spare wheel if the vehicle is equipped with a matching full size spare wheel and tire assembly.

Premium Tire Pressure Monitor System

The system will consist of Tire Pressure Sensors attached to each wheel through the valve stem mounting hole, a wireless control module (WCM), Three Wheel Sensor transponders are mounted in the wheel wells (2...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Jeep Wrangler AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Jeep Wrangler X 3.8 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • While supporting starter motor, remove bolts securing starter motor to transmission.
  • Move starter motor towards front of vehicle far enough for nose of starter pinion housing to clear housing. Do not let starter motor hang from wire harness.
  • Lower starter motor far enough to access and remove nut that secu...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Jeep Wrangler AUTOMOBILES

Chrysler LLC Trucks -> Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Lamp -> Jeep
Vehicle: 2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon 3.8 V6 GAS

Red and yellow indicator lamps are used to warn of system faults. The red lamp warns of such faults as low brake fluid level, parking brake On, system pressure differential and other system faults. The red indicator lamp should light for approximately two seconds during engine starting and should go off, unless parking brake is applied or a problem in the brake system exist. The red indicator lamp should reset after repairs to system have been completed and system has returned to normal o...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Jeep Wrangler AUTOMOBILES

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2008 Jeep Wrangler X 3.8 V6 GAS

Lower

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition hose clamp from radiator.
  • Remove radiator outlet hose from radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp from water inlet tube.
  • Remove radiator outlet hose from water inlet tube and from vehicle.
  • Reve...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Jeep Wrangler AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon 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+.

Engine Compartment Diagram for 2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon 3.8 V6 GASEngine Compartment Diagram for 2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon 3.8 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Front Locker Relay
  • Rear Locker Relay
  • HVAC Components Diagram for 2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon 3.8 V6 GASHVAC Components Diagram for 2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon 3.8 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Blower Motor Resistor
  • Blower Motor
  • Evaporator Temperature Sensor
  • Heater Core
  • Temperature Control Cable
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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 Rubicon 3.8 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 3.8 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Cluster
  • Electronics
  • Run Start Relay
  • Totally Integrated Power Module
  • 2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon 3.8 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon 3.8 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Turn Signal Switch
  • Hazard Switch
  • Cluster
  • Electronics
  • Bank Switch
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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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