Installation (All Models): Removal & Installation Jeep Cherokee III

Removal

1. Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove air inlet from throttle plate assembly. Remove air cleaner. Disconnect throttle and cruise control (if equipped) cables. Disconnect line pressure cable to A/T (if equipped).
2. Unplug all electrical connectors from intake manifold. Release fuel system pressure. See «FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE»(ref-98248-S21262049292001051800000) . Disconnect fuel line quick-connect fittings at fuel rail. Loosen accessory drive belt and tensioner.
3. Remove power steering pump and bracket. Wire pump aside. Remove fuel rail retaining bolts. Remove fuel rail and injector assembly. Raise and support vehicle. Disconnect exhaust pipe from exhaust manifold. Lower vehicle. Remove retaining bolts. Remove intake and exhaust manifolds as an assembly.

1. Ensure all gasket surfaces are clean. Install NEW gasket. Install exhaust manifold and tighten bolt No. 3 finger tight. Install intake manifold and remaining bolts loosely. Replace fuel line quick-connect "O" rings, spacers and retainers.
2. Tighten bolts in proper sequence to specification. (Scheme 1) See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-98248-S14074319682001051800000). Reverse removal procedure to complete installation.

Scheme 1