Target Audience:
Professional mechanics, DIY enthusiasts, fleet maintenance personnel.
Value Proposition:
Provides factory-level repair and maintenance information, saving significant costs compared to dealership service.
Diagrams Illustrations:
Includes detailed diagrams, exploded views, and illustrations for clarity in repair procedures.
Torque Specifications:
Crucial torque specifications for engine, transmission, chassis, and suspension components.
Coverage Scope:
Complete service and repair for all major systems.
Estimated Page Count:
Over 1000 pages (typical for comprehensive workshop manuals of this era)
Manual Type:
Service Repair Workshop Manual
Content Focus:
Focuses on repair, maintenance, and troubleshooting, not a parts catalog or owner's manual.
Format:
Likely printed manual, potentially available as PDF scan
Searchability:
If PDF, likely searchable text; if scanned, may be image-based.
Printability:
Designed for printing, allowing technicians to work alongside the manual.
Engine Overhaul:
Full engine mechanical and electrical diagnosis, repair, and overhaul procedures for all available engines.
Transmission Service:
Detailed procedures for manual and automatic transmission service, repair, and overhaul, including clutch service and driveline components.
Braking System:
Front and rear brake system diagnosis, repair, component replacement (pads, rotors, calipers, lines), ABS system service.
Suspension Steering:
Front and rear suspension component inspection, replacement (shocks, struts, springs, bushings), steering system diagnosis and repair (rack and pinion, power steering).
Electrical System:
Comprehensive wiring diagrams, charging system (alternator, battery), starting system, lighting, accessories, ignition system, EFI control.
Body Chassis:
Body panel repair, interior trim removal/installation, door and latch mechanisms, glass replacement, chassis component service.
HVAC System:
Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system diagnosis, refrigerant handling, component replacement.
Fuel System:
Fuel pump, injectors, fuel filter replacement, fuel pressure testing, EFI system diagnosis.
Powertrain Control Module Diagnostics:
Diagnosis and repair of the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) and related sensors.
Routine Maintenance:
Oil changes, filter replacements, spark plug service, fluid checks and top-offs, tire rotation.
Troubleshooting Guides:
Diagnostic flowcharts and symptom-based troubleshooting for common and complex issues.
Component Replacement:
Step-by-step instructions for replacing major and minor components across all systems.
Diagnostic Procedures:
Detailed explanations for using diagnostic tools and interpreting sensor data.
Rebuild Instructions:
Complete engine and transmission rebuild procedures with torque specifications and clearances.
Diagnostics Efi:
Specific diagnostic procedures for the Electronic Fuel Injection system.
Depth Level:
Comprehensive, from basic maintenance to complete engine and transmission rebuilds, including electrical diagnostics.
Wiring Diagrams:
Includes detailed, factory-quality wiring schematics for all electrical systems.
Digital Format:
PDF (common for digital scans of older manuals)
Print Quality:
High-resolution scans ensuring clarity of diagrams and text.
Binding Type:
N/A (if digital), Perfect Bound or Spiral Bound (if printed)
Paper Type:
N/A (if digital), High-quality, durable paper stock for workshop use (if printed)
Engine Options:
2.5L (150 cu in) AMC I4, 3.9L (239 cu in) Magnum V6, 5.2L (318 cu in) Magnum V8
Engine Displacement Cc:
2500cc (2.5L I4), 3900cc (3.9L V6), 5200cc (5.2L V8)
Horsepower Range:
Approx. 124 hp (2.5L I4) to 230 hp (5.2L V8)
Torque Range:
Approx. 130 lb-ft (2.5L I4) to 300 lb-ft (5.2L V8)
Induction Type:
Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
Fuel Type:
Unleaded Gasoline
Transmission Types:
5-speed manual, 4-speed automatic (e.g., A500/42RE, A518/46RE)
Drive Configuration:
Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD), Four-Wheel Drive (4WD)
Transmission Fluid Type:
ATF+3 (for automatics, check manual for specific)
Wheelbase Options:
Approx. 111.9 inches (Standard Bed), 124.9 inches (Long Bed)
Body Styles:
Regular Cab, Club Cab (Extended Cab)
Bed Lengths:
Standard Bed (approx. 6.5 ft), Long Bed (approx. 8 ft)
Curb Weight Range:
Approx. 3,500 - 4,500 lbs (depending on configuration)
Oil Change Interval:
Typically every 3,000 - 7,500 miles (refer to manual for specific engine and oil type).
Spark Plug Replacement:
Varies by engine; often around 30,000 - 100,000 miles (depending on plug type).
Engine Oil Spec:
API SG or SH, SAE 5W-30 or 10W-30 (refer to manual for exact).
Coolant Spec:
Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant (Ethylene Glycol based, green type), 50/50 mix with distilled water.
Transmission Fluid Type Manual:
Gear oil, GL-3 or GL-4 (for manual transmissions, check specific manual for viscosity).
Radiator Leaks:
Common for older vehicles, especially with original radiators.
Transmission Hard Shifts:
Can be indicative of low fluid, worn solenoids, or internal wear in automatic transmissions.
Heater Core Leaks:
Can lead to coolant loss and fogging of the windshield.
Oil Filter Example:
Mopar 5018764AA or equivalent (e.g., Fram PH3550, Wix 51515)
Air Filter Example:
Mopar 53002341 or equivalent (e.g., Fram CA8005, Wix 42010)
