Engine Maintenance:
Tune-up, general maintenance, rebuild procedures for both 6-cylinder and V8 engines.
Fuel System:
MPEFI (6-cylinder) and SEFI (8-cylinder) fuel system diagnostics, maintenance, and repair.
Cooling System:
Maintenance, troubleshooting, and diagnosis of the cooling system.
Ignition System:
Removal and inspection procedures for both 6 and 8 cylinder ignition systems.
Starter Alternator:
Removal, installation, and repair of starter and alternator systems.
Clutch:
Repair, maintenance, and problem-solving for the clutch system.
Transmission Automatic:
Rebuild, maintenance, and problem-solving for BTR 93LE (6-cyl) and BTR 97LE (V8) automatic transmissions.
Transmission Manual:
Rebuild, maintenance, and problem-solving for the 5-speed T50D manual transmission.
Drivetrain:
Drive shaft, tail shaft, universal joints - removal, installation, and problem-solving.
Rear Axle:
Maintenance, rebuild, and problem-solving for the rear axle assembly.
Steering:
Maintenance, rebuild, and problem-solving for steering systems, including power steering.
Suspension Front:
Maintenance, rebuild, wheel alignment, and problem-solving for front suspension and axles.
Suspension Rear:
Maintenance, auto self-leveling, and problem-solving for rear suspension.
Brakes:
Maintenance, rebuild, and problem-solving for the brake system, including ABS diagnostics.
Exhaust System:
Maintenance and diagrams for 6-cylinder and V8 exhaust systems.
Fuel Tank Pump:
General maintenance for fuel tank and EFI fuel pump.
Wheels Tires:
Information on tyre pressures and wear patterns.
Wiper Washer:
Windscreen wiper and washer replacement and alignment.
Body Exterior:
General body information, floor pan/chassis, bumper bars, doors, boot lid/tailgate (wagons).
Body Interior:
Dash/instrument panel, rear compartment, glass, headlining and trim.
Climate Control:
Heating system maintenance, component replacement, and problem-solving; Air conditioning maintenance and problem-solving, including automatic climate control diagnostics.
Electrical Instruments:
Instrument cluster removal, dismantle, assemble, and install; Radio and tape player removal and install.
Electrical Body Electronics:
Body electronics module and smart lock systems.
Electrical Lighting Power:
Lights, switches, battery systems maintenance, removal, and installation.
Electrical Wiring:
Fuses, circuit breakers, wiring harnesses, and comprehensive wiring diagrams.
Diagnostics:
General diagnostics charts, specific charts for ABS brakes, self-leveling suspension, transmissions, engines, automatic climate control AC, and airbags.
Maintenance:
Routine scheduled maintenance, fluid changes, filter replacements, tune-ups.
Repair:
Component-level repair, system overhauls, and rebuild procedures for major assemblies.
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic procedures, fault finding, and problem-solving for all covered systems.
Removal Installation:
Step-by-step instructions for removing and installing components and systems.
Depth:
Comprehensive, from basic maintenance and tune-ups to full engine and transmission rebuilds, including detailed electrical schematics and diagnostic procedures.
Oil Change:
Typically 10,000-15,000 km or 6-12 months, refer to manual for exact intervals based on driving conditions.
Engine Oil 6 Cyl:
API SG/SH/SJ or ACEA A2/A3, Viscosity SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 (refer to manual for specific recommendations).
Engine Oil V8:
API SG/SH/SJ or ACEA A2/A3, Viscosity SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 (refer to manual for specific recommendations).
Transmission Auto Fluid:
BTR Genuine ATF or equivalent Dexron III/Mercon (refer to manual for specific type).
Transmission Manual Fluid:
API GL-4, SAE 75W-90 or 75W-80 (refer to manual for specific type).
Coolant:
Ethylene glycol based coolant with corrosion inhibitors, typically a 50/50 mix with distilled water.
Common Failures Engine:
Head gasket leaks (especially on earlier 4.0L), thermostat housing leaks, ignition coil pack failure.
Common Failures Transmission:
Torque converter seal leaks, automatic transmission solenoid issues, manual clutch wear.
Common Failures Suspension:
Worn ball joints, tie rod ends, and suspension bushings due to age and mileage.
Common Failures Electrical:
Wiring harness degradation, instrument cluster failures, power window motor issues.
