Scheme 1
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) plate is attached to the top left side of the instrument panel. The VIN contains 17 characters that provide data concerning the vehicle. Refer to the DECODING CHART to determine the identification of a vehicle.
To protect the consumer from theft and possible fraud the manufacturer is required to include a Check Digit at the ninth position of the Vehicle Identification Number. The check digit is used by the manufacturer and government agencies to verify the authenticity of the vehicle and official documentation. The formula to use the check digit is not released to the general public.
| POSITION | INTERPRETATION | CODE = DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Country of Origin | 1 = Manufactured By DaimlerChrysler Corporation |
| 2 | Make | J = Jeep |
| 3 | Vehicle Type | 4 = MPV Less Side Air Bags 8 = MPV With Side Air Bags |
| 4 | Gross Vehicle Weight Rating | H = 6001-7000 lbs. |
| 5 | Vehicle Line (XK) | G = Commander Left Hand Drive (4X4) H = Commander Left Hand Drive (4X2) |
| 5 | Vehicle Line (XH) | 3 = Commander Left Hand Drive (4X4) 1 = Commander Right Hand Drive (4X4) |
| 6 | Series/Transmission | 4 = High Line 5 = Premium 6 = Sport E = 5 Speed Automatic |
| 7 | Body Style | 8 = Sport Utility 4 Door |
| 8 | Engine | K = 3.7L 6 cyl. MPI Gasoline N = 4.7L 8 cyl. MPI Gasoline 2 = 5.7L 8 cyl. HEMI Multiple Displacement Gasoline M = 3.0L 6 cyl. Turbo Diesel P = 4.7L 8 cyl. Flex Fuel |
| 9 | Check Digit | 0 through 9 or X |
| 10 | Model Year | 7=2007 |
| 11 | Assembly Plant | C = Jefferson North Assembly Y = Chrysler Steyer Assembly |
| 12 thru 17 | Vehicle Build Sequence | |
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER DECODING CHART
FASTENER IDENTIFICATION
The SAE bolt strength grades range from grade 2 to grade 8. The higher the grade number, the greater the bolt strength. Identification is determined by the line marks on the top of each bolt head. The actual bolt strength grade corresponds to the number of line marks plus 2. The most commonly used metric bolt strength classes are 9.8 and 10.9. The metric strength class identification number is imprinted on the head of the bolt. The higher the class number, the greater the bolt strength. Some metric nuts are imprinted with a single-digit strength class on the nut face. Refer to the Fastener Identification and Fastener Strength Charts. (Scheme 2)
| Bolt Markings | 8.8/8.9 | 10.9 | 12.9 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolt Dia. | N.m | Ft. Lbs. | N.m | Ft. Lbs. | N.m | Ft. Lbs. |
| 6 | 12 | 105* | 14 | 120* | 16 | 12 |
| 8 | 25 | 250* | 32 | 23 | 38 | 28 |
| 10 | 54 | 40 | 60 | 45 | 74 | 55 |
| 12 | 95 | 70 | 108 | 80 | 135 | 100 |
| 14 | 155 | 115 | 175 | 130 | 216 | 160 |
| 16 | 243 | 180 | 324 | 210 | 324 | 240 |
| * Inch Lbs. | ||||||
BOLT MARKINGS AND TORQUES - METRIC
| Bolt Markings | Grade 5 | Grade 8 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolt Dia. | N.m | Ft. Lbs | N.m | Ft. Lbs |
| 1/4 - 20 | 10 | 95* | 14 | 125* |
| 1/4 - 28 | 10 | 95* | 17 | 150* |
| 5/16 - 18 | 22 | 200* | 30 | 270* |
| 5/16 - 24 | 26 | 240* | 33 | 300* |
| 3/8 - 16 | 40 | 30 | 55 | 40 |
| 3/8 - 24 | 47 | 35 | 60 | 45 |
| 7/16 - 14 | 68 | 50 | 88 | 65 |
| 7/16 - 20 | 74 | 55 | 95 | 70 |
| 1/2 - 13 | 101 | 75 | 135 | 100 |
| 1/2 -20 | 115 | 85 | 150 | 110 |
| 9/16 - 12 | 135 | 105 | 182 | 135 |
| 9/16 - 18 | 155 | 115 | 202 | 150 |
| 5/8 - 11 | 202 | 150 | 263 | 195 |
| 5/8 - 18 | 215 | 160 | 284 | 210 |
| 3/4 - 10 | 230 | 170 | 297 | 220 |
| 3/4 - 16 | 236 | 175 | 304 | 225 |
| 7/8 - 14 | 405 | 300 | 540 | 400 |
| * Inch Lbs. | ||||
BOLT MARKINGS AND TORQUES - U. S. CUSTOMARY
