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XJ Information, Lots of info
Rear Springs
front eye to center pin, 23"
rear eye to center pin 28 5/8"
Stock Height
17" from center of wheel to bottom of flare in the rear
17.5" at same locations in front
Front Axles
Dana 30 high pinion - reverse cut - 27 spline, 1.16" diameter shafts, 7.13" ring gear - used 84-99 (some axles through 91 are vacuum disconnect, 92+ are non-disconnect, 89-95 with ABS have 5-297x u-joints, all 95+ have 5-297x u-joints, all others have 5-260x u-joints)
Dana 30 low pinion - standard cut - 27 spline, 1.16" diameter shafts, 7.13" ring gear, 5-297x u-joints - used 00-01
Rear Axles
Dana 35, offered all year up to 97 or 98
Crysler 8.25 offered 92-01 92-96 27 spline 98 29 spline. 97 was a twener year, What spline shaft you have depends on when your vehicle was made. AKAIK there was no rhyme or reason for for ahving the 8.25 under your rig, other than they were used when D35's were in short supply.
1.12 shaft dia. for 27 spline shafts
1.21 shaft dia. for 29 spline units
It can be identified by a flatish bottom on the diff cover, as opposed to the oval shape on D35's
Dana 44 offered 87-89 in vehicles with a tow package as an option. Will bolt directly into newer XJ or .
Gearing Options
'84+'85: Dana 35, 3.31 or 3.73
'86: Dana 35 3.31, 3.54, 4.10
'87: Dana 35 or Dana 44, 3.07 (4.0. manual), 3.31, 3.54 (4.0 auto), 4.10 (2.5 manual), 4.56 (2.5 auto)
'88, 89: Dana 35 or Dana 44, 3.07 (4.0 manual), 3.54 (4.0 auto), 4.10 (2.5 manual), 4.56 (2.5 auto)
'90: Dana 35, 3.07 (4.0 manual), 3.55 (4.0 auto), 4.10 (4 cyl.)
'91+: Dana 35 or Chrysler 8.25", 3.07 (4.0 manual), 3.55 (4.0 auto), 4.10 (4 cyl.)
Transfer Cases
Command Trac= NP231 Transfer Case
Select Trac= NP242
Brakes
Came standard with 9" rear drum brakes, unless it was a police edition, in which case they came with 10" drums. D35 and Cryco 8.25 drum brake parts are interchangable.
Powertrain
Engine 2.5-litre OHV I-4 4.0 litre OHV I-6
Horsepower, net brake @ rpm 125 @ 5400 190 @ 4600
Torque, net lb-ft @ rpm 150 @ 3250 225 @ 3000
Displacement, cc (cu in) 2466 (150) 3956 (242)
Bore x Stroke, mm (in) 98.4 (3.88) x 81.0 (3.19) 98.4 (3.88) x 86.7 (3.41)
Compression Ratio 9.2:1 8.8:1
Fuel System Sequential multi-point electronic fuel injection
Transmissions 5-speed manual with overdrive and synchronized forward gears; 10.5" hydraulically assisted, adjustment-free clutch (9.l" w/2.5L, 10.5" w/4.0L) 4-speed automatic with overdrive and lockup torque converter; electronically controlled
Gear Ratios, :1 5-speed manual (2.5L/4.0L) 4-speed automatic (4.0L)
1st 3.93/3.83 2.80
2nd 2.33 1.53
3rd 1.45/1.43 1.00
4th 1.00 0.75
5th 0.85/0.79
Reverse 4.74/4.22 2.39
Axle Ratio, :1 4.10/3.07 3.55
Four-Wheel Drive System Command-Trac Part-time, 2-speed with shift-on-the-fly capability; includes low-range (2.72:1); single lever transfer case mode operation
Selec-Trac Full-time, 2-speed with shift-on-the-fly capability; includes low-range (2.72:1); allows for 2- or 4-wheel drive mode, full or part-time 4-wheel-drive; single lever transfer case mode operation. Requires 4.0L engine and 4-speed automatic transmission. Not available on SE.
Electrical System Alternator 117 amps
Battery 500 cold-crank amps
Body//Chassis
Body Design UniFrame construction--Body sheet metal and frame structural members welded and bonded into a single unit
Front Suspension
Quadra-Link� Live solid axle with 4 locating arms, coil springs, track and stabilizer bars, steering damper and gas-charged shock absorbers; beam axle on two-wheel drive models; 2500 lb Gross Axle Weight Rating
Rear Suspension
Live solid axle with multi-leaf springs, stabilizer bar, and gas-charged shock absorbers; 2606- to 2700-lb Gross Axle Weight Rating
Trac-Lok Rear Differential Rear axle differential that locks in response to wheel slippage; includes heat-resistant synthetic axle lubricant
Steering Power-assisted recirculated ball, 14:1 ratio
Turns 3.4, lock-to-lock
Turning Diameter 35.8 ft, curb-to-curb
Brake System
Front-Hydraulic, power-assisted low-drag ventilated disc brakes; composite steel; 11.0-in rotor diameter
Rear-Hydraulic, power-assisted self-adjusting drum brakes (9.0" x 2.5"); composite steel
Anti-lock brake system (Teves Mark IV-G)- Three-channel four-wheel full-time with four wheel speed sensors (requires 4.0L engine)
SE Model Dimensions (inches unless otherwise specified)
Interior Dimensions
Headroom, Front/Rear 37.8/38.0
Legroom, Front/Rear 41.4/35.5
Shoulder Room, Front/Rear 55.3/55.8
Hiproom, Front/Rear 55.3/44.5
Cargo Volume
Rear Seat Up/Rear Seat Folded 34.4/71.8
Seating Capacity 5
Exterior Dimensions
Length Wheelbase 101.4
Overall Length 166.9
Overhang (to bumper)
Front/Rear 27.5/36.5
Width Tread, Front/Rear 58.0/58.0
Overall Width 70.5
Height 64.0
Ground Clearance
Angle of Approach 37.6
Angle of Departure 32.1
Breakover Angle 21.9
Minimum Running Ground Clearance 7.5
Equipped with Up-Country Suspension Group 8.7
Capacities/Weights
Fuel Tank, gal (L) 20.2 (76)
Cooling System, qt (L) 2.5L engine 10 (9.5) 4.0L engine 12 (11.4)
Base Curb Weight, lb
2-Door, 2WD/4WD 2891/3057
4-Door, 2WD/4WD 2932/3100
Payload Capacity, lb (with all occupants and cargo) 1150
Maximum Gross Vehicle Weight Rating, lb
2-Door, 2WD/4WD 4550/4850
4-Door, 2WD/4WD 4600/4900
Towing Data
Class III Towing
Gross Combined Weight Rating (2WD/4WD) 8781/9060 lb
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight 5000 lb
Tongue Load Limit 750 lb
Trailer Tow Group Includes:
Hitch Load-equalizing hitch receptacle
Wiring Harness 7 to 4 pin connector
Rear Axle 3.55:1 with synthetic lube
Radiator Heavy-duty
Fan Auxiliary electric
Oil Cooler Auxiliary transmission
Required Equipment
Engine 4.0-litre I-6
Transmission Automatic
Spare Tire Full-size
TOWING RESTRICTION: Trailer frontal area limitation with maximum trailer weight of 64 square feet with 5000-lb trailer; maximum trailer length 25 ft; trailer sway control recommended.
This chart is meant to serve as a quick and easy reference guide on how to properly equip your Jeep Cherokee for towing. For specific details, however, discuss your plans with your Jeep dealer, who will help you select the right equipment to meet your specifications.
JEEP Cherokee Equipment
1--Cherokee SE, 2WD or 4WD, Two- or Four-Door
2--Cherokee Sport, 2WD or 4WD, Two- or Four-Door
3--Cherokee Classic, 2WD or 4WD, Four-Door
4--Cherokee Country, 2WD or 4WD, Four-Door
Functional SE Sport Classic Country
Brakes
Power-assisted, front disc/rear drum S S S S
Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (requires 4.0L engine) O O O O
Engine
2.5 litre (150 CID) 125 hp I-4 S - - -
4.0 litre (242 CID) 190 hp High-Output I-6 O S S S
Engine Block Heater Electric O O O O
Heavy-Duty Electrical Package
Includes 117-amp alternator and 500-cold-crank-amp battery S S S S
Up Country Suspension Group
Includes high-pressure gas-charged shock absorbers, P225/75R15 Goodyear Wrangler all-terrain outlined white letter steel radial tires, full-size spare tire; trac-Lok rear differential; Skid Plate Group; tow hooks (2 front and 1 rear) [if 4.0L engine i s specified, add heavy-duty radiator, auxiliary cooling electric fan (and auxiliary transmission oil cooler if auto. trans. is specified)]; also includes heavy-duty springs, unique front stabilizer bar (rear stabilizer bar is deleted) and rear window deca l (requires 4WD, and dual breakaway mirrors) O O O O
Wheels
15"x7" silver 6-spoke Styled steel with black hub covers (4) S - - -
15"x7" silver Full-Face 5-spoke steel with argent hub covers (4) - S - -
15"x7" 5-spoke Grizzly cast aluminum (4) - - S -
15"x7" Lattice cast aluminum with bright hub center and Light Pearlstone or Gray Mist painted accents (4) - - - S
15"x7" 10-hole sport aluminum with black hub covers (5) (requires conventional full-size spare) O O - O
Wiper/Washer
Windshield, electric with two-speed wiper and variable intermittent features S S S S
Rear window wiper/washer with a fixed intermittent feature O O S S
Fender Flares/Air Dam
Moldings
Black door window frames and dividers, windshield and liftgate window surround, drip rails, body-color roof S S S S
Black lower bodyside protection molding S - - -
Black lower bodyside treatment and protection molding with red accent - S - -
Interior Air Bag
Driver's. Always wear your seat belts for a fully effective air bag. S S S S
Air Conditioning*** O O S O
Cargo Area
Tie-down hooks (4) S S S S
Retractable cover, vinyl O O O O
Console
Mini-Includes transmission shift lever (and transfer case lever on 4WD models) S S - -
Full-Includes armrest, storage box, rear ashtray, rear seat area heating ducts, double cup holder (and transfer case lever on 4WD models) O O S S
Overhead-Features: Display for compass, ambient temperature (in Fahrenheit or Celsius), map reading lights, and storage (Requires Power Windows and Door Locks) - O O O
Door Locks
Rear, child-protection (four-door models) S S S S
Door Trim
Color-keyed vinyl door trim with straight armrests S - - -
Color-keyed custom vinyl door trim with lower carpeting and hockey stick-style armrests - S S -
Color-keyed custom vinyl door trim with woodgrain upper garnish molding, lower carpeting and storage bin, hockey stick-style armrests - - - S
Floor Covering
Color-keyed carpeting in passenger area and cargo area S S S S
Floor mats, front and rear, color-keyed O O S S
Heater/Defroster
Climate control system with power ventilation and side window defrosters S S S S
Rear window defroster (required in New York state) O O O O
Instrument Cluster
Gauge Group-Tachometer, voltmeter, oil pressure and engine coolant temperature gauges, low-fuel indicator light, trip odometer - S S S
Indicator lights-Direction/4-way hazard, high beam, 4WD mode S S S S
Speedometer, electric, and fuel gauge S S S S
Warning lights-Alternator, oil pressure, engine temp., seat belt, parking brake S S S S
Instrument Panel
Cigar lighter/auxiliary power access S S S S
Cluster overlay, black S S S S
Cluster overlay, wood grain - - - S
Locking glove box with light S S S S
Utility bin below glove box S S S S
Light Group
Includes dome/map light, cargo area light with tailgate switch, courtesy lights, engine compartment light, Sentinel headlamp delay-off switch, lighted vanity mirrors O O O S
Seat Belts
Color-keyed lap and shoulder belt restraint system, front and rear outboard positions (lap belt only for rear center) S S S S
Seats
Front reclining high-back bucket seats S S S -
Front reclining wingback bucket seats with adjustable headrests - - - S
Leather Seat Package-Includes reclining wingback leather bucket seats with vinyl trim and front seatback map pockets (includes power driver's seat) - - - O
Rear bench with folding seatback and removable seat cushion S S S S
Sound System
AM/FM stereo radio with clock and two speakers (SE) S - - -
AM/FM stereo radio with four speakers O S S S
AM/FM stereo radio with cassette tape player, clock, and four speakers O O O O
Six premium Accusound by Jensen speakers - O O O
Electronically tuned AM/FM stereo radio with compact disc player M M M M
Two rear ceiling-mounted speakers, includes cargo area light O S S S
Six-disc compact disc changer, cargo area-mounted M M M M
Steering Wheel/Column
Black, soft-feel sport, 2-spoke S S - -
Black, perforated leather-wrapped sport, 2-spoke O O S S
Energy-absorbing column with anti-theft ignition S S S S
Tilt steering wheel O O S S
Please note that virtually all of the stock data as well as optional features that were just added were gleaned from this site The specs listed were for a 1997 model, and as such, may be somewhat different from other years, particularly pre 97, as major styling changes were brought on.
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