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Jeep 1981 CJ-5 Technical & Service Manual

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General Information
How to Use this Manual
Standard Torque Specification and Capscrew Markings Chart
Models Overview
Torx-Head Fasteners
Vehicle Identification Plate
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
Keys and Lock
Paint Option Number
Trim Option Number
VIN Decoding Chart
Towing
Key Coding Template
Conversion of English and Metric Measures
General Dimensions
Power Train Combinations
Decimal Equivalents
Maintenance
Fuel Requirements
Heavy-Duty Operation
Oil Chane
Engine Oil Viscosity
Oil Filter
Automatic Transmission (Fluid Check)
Battery Maintenance
Brake Master Cylinder Maintenance
Coolant
Drive Belts Checks
Fuel Filter Checks
Description of Services - Chassis Components
Axle Differentials (Front and Rear)
Bearings - Front Wheel
PCV Filter Maintenance
Brake and Chassis Inspection
Master Cylinder
Disc Brake Calipers
Rear Wheel Cylinders
Body Lubrication
Clutch Lever and Linkage
Manual Steering Gear
Propeller Shafts
Steering Linkage
Steering Shaft U-Joint
Transfer Case - Fluid Level Check
Sleeve Yokes (Splines)
Transmission
Transfer Case - Fluid Change
Automatic Transmission Fluid Change
Unscheduled Maintenance
Manual Transmission Fluid Change
Catalytic Converter
Fluid Capacities
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
Power Plant
Emission Components
Engine Diagnosis
Service Diagnosis - Mechanical
External Oil Leaks
Excessive Oil Consumption
No Oil Pressure
Low Oil Pressure
High Oil Pressure
Main Bearing Noise
Connecting Rod Bearing Noise
Piston Noise
Valve Train Noise
Service Diagnosis - Performance
Hard Starting (Engine Cranks Normally)
Rough Idle or Stalling
Faulty Low-Speed Operation
Faulty Acceleration
Faulty High Speed Operation
Misfire at All Speeds
Power Not up to Normal
Intake Backfire
Exhaust Backfire
Ping or Spark Knock
Surging (Cruising Speeds to Top Speeds)
Diagnosis with Scope Analyzer
Cylinder Compression Pressure Test
Scope Diagnosis Patterns
Cylinder (Combustion Chamber) Leakage Test
Blown Cylinder Head Gasket Diagnosis
Cylinder-To-Cylinder Leakage Test
Engine Tune-Up
Intake Manifold Leakage Diagnosis
Cylinder-To-Water Jacket Leakage Test
Interior Leak - Eight-Cylinder Engine Only
Engine Assemblies
Ignition Systems
Vacuum Fittings and Hoses Check
Spark Plugs
Spark Plug Wires
Ignition Coil
Distributor
Distributor Rotor
Distributor Cap
Ignition Timing
Magnetic Timing Probe
Fuel Systems Inspection
Distributor (Ignition) Advance - on Engine
Fuel Filter
Engine Idle Speed Adjustment
Choke Linkage
PCV Air Inlet Filter
Fuel Tank Vapor Emission Control System
Specifications
Thermostatically Controlled Air Cleaner (TAC) System
Exhaust Systems
Exhaust Manifold Heat Valve - Eight-Cylinder Engine
Distributor Curves - On-Vehicle
Distributor Wiring Sequence and Engine Firing Order

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