Grand Cherokee 4WD V8-4.7L VIN N (2000)
Technical Service Bulletin # 02-12-99
Date: 990820
Front End Alignment - Adjustable/Offset Ball Joints
NUMBER: 02-12-99
GROUP: Suspension
DATE: Aug. 20, 1999
SUBJECT:
Front End Alignment - Adjustable/Offset Ball Joints
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves installing offset ball joints to allow adjustments to camber, which were not previously possible on XJ, TJ and ZJ models and to
camber and caster which were not possible on WJ models.
MODELS:
1997 - 2000 (XJ) Cherokee
1997 - 2000 (TJ) Wrangler
1993 - 1998 (ZJ) Grand Cherokee
1996 - 1998 (ZG) Grand Cherokee (International markets)
1999 - 2000 (WJ) Grand Cherokee
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
This Technical Service Bulletin releases new offset ball joints which provide the capability to make front-end alignment adjustments to camber and
caster. Camber adjustments and caster adjustments on some models are fixed and built into the front axle. Caster adjustments could be made in the past
on TJ, XJ and ZJ models. These parts are only to be used in situations where a slight lead or drift to one side of the road or another is occurring with no
driver input or where a customer indicates that constant driver input is required to maintain straight ahead steering. These parts will not effect situations
where a lead or drift condition is present only under braking.
DIAGNOSIS:
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Verify matching original equipment tires and wheels
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Inspect for any worn or damaged steering and front suspension components including wheel bearings
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Verify Tire pressures
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Inspect for tire condition and abnormal wear. Refer to section 22 of the appropriate service manual
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Road test the vehicle.
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Cross switch front tires. If the drift follows the tires refer the customer to the tire manufacturer.
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Verify that there is no brake drag present and that the condition is present with the transmission in neutral
If no problems are found and the condition is present, perform the Repair Procedure.
PARTS REQUIRED:
AR
05014876AA
Ball Joint - 0.5 degree
AR
05014877AA
Ball Joint - 1.0 degree
AR
05016972AA
Ball Joint - 1.5 degree
EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:
Four wheel alignment rack
Ball joint remover and installer tool - # 4212F
POLICY: Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.
TIME ALLOWANCE:
Labor Operation No:
