Jeep Wrangler 1997 Manual - page 859
SERVICE PROCEDURES
BODY LUBRICATION
All mechanisms and linkages should be lubricated
when necessary. This will maintain ease of operation
and provide protection against rust and excessive
wear. The weatherstrip seals should be lubricated to
prolong their life as well as to improve door sealing.
All applicable exterior and interior vehicle operat-
ing mechanisms should be inspected and cleaned.
Pivot/sliding contact areas on the mechanisms should
then be lubricated.
(1) When necessary, lubricate the operating mech-
anisms with the specified lubricants.
(2) Apply silicone lubricant to a cloth and wipe it
on door seals to avoid over-spray that can soil pas-
senger’s clothing.
(3) Before
applying
lubricant,
the
component
should be wiped clean. After lubrication, any excess
lubricant should be removed.
(4) The hood latch, latch release mechanism, latch
striker, and safety latch should be lubricated period-
ically.
(5) The door lock cylinders should be lubricated
twice each year (preferably autumn and spring):
•
Spray a small amount of lock cylinder lubricant
directly into the lock cylinder.
•
Apply a small amount to the key and insert it
into the lock cylinder.
•
Rotate it to the locked position and then back to
the unlocked position several times.
•
Remove the key. Wipe the lubricant from it with
a clean cloth to avoid soiling of clothing.
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
RADIATOR GRILLE PANEL
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the front crossmember cover.
(2) Remove the crossmember valence cover.
(3) Remove the radiator overflow bottle.
(4) Remove the bolts that attach the radiator and
shroud from the grille panel.
(5) If A/C equipped:
(a) Evacuate the system.
(b) Disconnect the high and low pressure lines
at the quick disconnect couplings.
(c) Cover (cap) the lines to prevent contamina-
tion.
(6) Remove the bolts attaching the radiator sup-
port rods to the grille panel.
(7) Disconnect the head lamp, turn signal, marker
lamp and horn wire harness connectors.
(8) Remove the bolts attaching the fenders to the
grille panel.
(9) Remove the bolt attaching the grille to the
frame mount.
(10) Separate the grille from the vehicle.
INSTALLATION
Transfer all related components.
(1) Position the grille panel on the vehicle. Ensure
the rubber support bumpers are aligned (Fig. 1).
(2) Install the bolt attaching the grille to the frame
mount.
(3) Install the bolts attaching the fenders to the
grille panel.
TJ
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