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Additional Service Information

Fig 1: Water Separator (Diesel)
G50C11728Courtesy of AMERICAN MOTORS CORP.
NOTE: For more information regarding 2.1L Turbo-Diesel engine service refer to the TUNE-UP - DIESEL article in the ENGINE PERFORMANCE section.
NOTE: Fuel filter should be drained whenever "WATER IN FUEL" warning light glows. Diesel fuel can damage asphalt and painted surfaces. Always place a drain pan under fuel filter to collect contaminated fuel. See Fig 1 .
  1. Stop vehicle and turn engine off. Attach a long piece of tubing to drain cock outlet. Place end of drain hose into drain pan. Open filter assembly vent valve (Black + shaped knob) and drain cock.
  2. Drain approximately 1/2 pint (.24 Liters) from fuel filter. Close vent valve and drain cock. Start engine and check for leaks. If "WATER IN FUEL" warning lamp comes on again, remove water contaminated fuel from fuel lines and fuel tank.
WARNING: DO NOT bleed fuel lines on hot engine, as high exhaust temperatures could cause fire. Use care when bleeding fuel lines, as fuel is under extreme pressure and could penetrate skin, causing personal injury. Wear safety goggles and protective clothing when bleeding fuel lines.
CAUTION: DO NOT drain fuel/water separator when engine is running or hot. Allow engine to cool before draining. Verify that the WATER IN FUEL light on instrument panel is OFF.
Fig 2: Locking Crankshaft at TDC
G50D11729Courtesy of AMERICAN MOTORS/JEEP CORP.
Fig 3: Camshaft & Injection Pump Timing Marks
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Fig 4: Rocker Arm Shaft Assembly (Oil Filter Location)
G50G11730Courtesy of AMERICAN MOTORS/JEEP CORP.
Fig 5: Valve Layout
G50H11731Courtesy of AMERICAN MOTORS/JEEP CORP.
NOTE: For more information regarding 2.1L Turbo-Diesel engine service refer to the 2.1L 4-CYL TURBO DIESEL - VIN [B] article in the ENGINE MECHANICAL section.
Fig 6: Hoist Lift Point Locations
G50I11732Courtesy of AMERICAN MOTORS CORP.
NOTE: For more information regarding jacking and hoisting refer to the JACKING & HOISTING article in the WHEEL ALIGNMENT section.
Fig 7: Brake Caliper Lubrication Points
G50F11721Courtesy of AMERICAN MOTORS CORP.
NOTE: For more information regarding brake maintenance refer to the BRAKE SYSTEM article.
Fig 8: Front Disconnect Housing Lubrication Point
G50J11733Courtesy of AMERICAN MOTORS CORP.