Segment:
Mid-size Luxury SUV
Key Competitors:
Ford Explorer, Toyota 4Runner, Chevrolet Blazer, Nissan Pathfinder
Platform Focus:
Body-on-frame construction for ruggedness and towing capability
Target Audience:
Families, off-road enthusiasts, those seeking towing capacity
Powertrain:
Engine, Transmission, Drivetrain (4x4 systems)
Chassis:
Suspension, Steering, Brakes, Wheels, Tires
Electrical:
Body Electrical, Powertrain Control, Instrumentation, Lighting, Audio
Body:
Body Panels, Interior Trim, HVAC, Safety Restraints (Airbags)
Maintenance:
Scheduled maintenance, fluid checks, filter replacements
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic procedures, fault code interpretation, symptom-based diagnostics
Repair:
Component removal, installation, overhaul, and adjustment
Diagnostics:
On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II) system, scan tool procedures
Special Tools:
Identification and usage of specific factory tools
Depth:
Comprehensive from basic to advanced diagnostics and repair
Detail Level:
Factory-level detail, including torque specifications, tolerances, and schematics
PDF Quality:
High-resolution, searchable, and printable
Printability:
Designed for easy printing of specific sections or the entire manual
Binding Type Simulated:
Digital Download (not applicable for physical binding)
Paper Type Simulated:
Digital PDF (not applicable for physical paper type)
Transmission Type Standard:
4-speed Automatic
Transmission Model Standard:
45RFE (for both I6 and V8 engines)
Transmission Type Optional:
None (45RFE was standard for this year)
Transfer Case:
Selec-Trac NV242 (full-time 4WD) or Quadra-Trac II NV247 (on-demand 4WD)
Transmission Fluid Type:
ATF+4 (Chrysler Mopar)
NHTSA Front Impact Driver:
Not Rated (for 2000 model year)
NHTSA Front Impact Passenger:
Not Rated (for 2000 model year)
IIHS Frontal Offset:
Acceptable (for WJ generation)
ABS:
Standard 4-wheel disc ABS
Traction Control:
Optional on some models, typically part of 4WD system
Airbags:
Driver and front passenger airbags
Seatbelts:
Front and rear seat belts
Audio System Options:
AM/FM/CD, optional premium sound system (Infinity)
Navigation:
Optional factory navigation system
Parking Assist:
Not available for this model year
Auxiliary Input:
Not standard, aftermarket solutions common
Bluetooth:
Not available for this model year
Oil Change Interval:
Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 6 months
Engine Air Filter Replacement:
Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km)
Spark Plug Replacement I6:
Every 100,000 miles (160,000 km)
Spark Plug Replacement V8:
Every 100,000 miles (160,000 km)
Transmission Fluid Service:
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or every 2 years
Engine Oil Type I6:
SAE 5W-30 (API SN or higher)
Engine Oil Type V8:
SAE 5W-30 (API SN or higher)
Engine Coolant Type:
Mopar OAT (Orange Antifreeze/Coolant) or equivalent
Common Wear Item 1:
Cracked rear main seal (engine oil leaks)
Common Wear Item 2:
Water pump failure (especially I6)
Common Wear Item 3:
Front suspension components (ball joints, control arm bushings)
Common Wear Item 4:
Headliner sagging
Common Wear Item 5:
Heater control valve failure (HVAC)
Motor Trend SUV Of The Year:
2000 (for the WJ generation)
Kbb Consumer Rating Average:
Varies by condition and mileage, generally positive for the era
Emissions Compliance:
Meets EPA and CARB standards for its model year
