Cherokee 4WD L6-4.0L VIN S (1998)
Chrysler Corporation
CIMS 482-00-85
800 Chrysler Drive East
Auburn Hills, Michigan 48326-2757
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Dealer Instructions
IMPORTANT
DEALER SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS
Safety Recall # 764 -- Power Brake Booster
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This service requirement applies only to:
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1998 Model Year Jeep Grand Cherokee (ZJ) Vehicles Built From October 29, 1997 Through November 6, 1997 (MDH 102915 Through
110621)
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1998 Model Year Jeep Cherokee (XJ) Vehicles Built From October 29, 1997 Through November 7, 1997 (MDH 102918 Through 110720)
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1998 Model Year Jeep Wrangler (TJ) Vehicles Built From October 29, 1997 Through November 7, 1997 (MDH 102909 Through 110707)
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The brake booster diaphragm on the above listed vehicles, may split or rupture causing a loss of power brake assist. To correct this condition, the
power brake booster must be inspected and replaced if necessary.
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Because the brake booster inspection only takes a few minutes to complete, we encourage you to consider alternative servicing approaches for this
recall. CONSIDERATION SHOULD BE GIVEN TO PERFORMING THE BOOSTER INSPECTION IN THE WRITE-UP AREA AS THE
CUSTOMER WAITS, OR SENDING A TECHNICIAN TO THE OWNER'S HOME OR PLACE OF BUSINESS. Brake booster replacement (if
required) does not require a hoist or other full service facility special equipment and is a CHRYSLER MOBILE SERVICE approved repair.
Alternate Transportation:
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If inspection determines that brake booster replacement is required and the vehicle must be held overnight, dealers should attempt to minimize
customer inconvenience by placing the owner in a loaner vehicle.
Parts Packages:
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Due to the small number of vehicles expected to require brake booster replacement, no parts will be distributed for this recall. DEALERS ARE
REQUESTED TO ORDER PARTS ONLY AFTER INSPECTION HAS DETERMINED THAT BRAKE BOOSTER REPLACEMENT IS
REQUIRED.
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Three (3) unique part packages are required for this recall depending upon the vehicle model. Refer to the Parts section for details.
Owner Letter
SAFETY RECALL TO INSPECT YOUR VEHICLE'S POWER BRAKE BOOSTER AND REPLACE IT IF NECESSARY
Dear Jeep(R) Vehicle Owner:
This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act.
Chrysler Corporation has determined that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in some 1998 Jeep Cherokee, Grand Cherokee and
Wrangler vehicles.
The problem is...
The power brake booster diaphragm on your vehicle (identified on the enclosed form), may rupture or split. A ruptured or split diaphragm may cause a
loss of power assist during braking. This could result in an increase in stopping distance and cause an accident without prior warning.
What Chrysler and your dealer will do...
Chrysler will repair your vehicle free of charge (parts and labor). To do this, your dealer will inspect the power brake booster on your vehicle and replace
it if necessary. The inspection only takes a few minutes to complete and brake booster replacement, if required, will take less than one hour. However,
additional time may be necessary depending on how dealer appointments are scheduled and processed.
What you must do to ensure your safety...
