Sign In
Upload
Download
Table of Contents
Contents
Add to my manuals
Delete from my manuals
Share
URL of this page:
HTML Link:
Bookmark this page
Add
Manual will be automatically added to "My Manuals"
Print this page
×
Bookmark added
×
Added to my manuals
Manuals
Brands
Jeep Manuals
Automobile
1979 CJ-5
Technical & service manual
Jeep 1979 CJ-5 Technical & Service Manual
Hide thumbs
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
63
64
65
66
67
68
69
70
71
72
73
74
75
76
77
78
79
80
81
82
83
84
85
86
87
88
89
90
91
92
93
94
95
96
97
98
99
100
101
102
103
104
105
106
107
108
109
110
111
112
113
114
115
116
117
118
119
120
121
122
123
124
125
126
127
128
129
130
131
132
133
134
135
136
137
138
139
140
141
142
143
144
145
146
147
148
149
150
151
152
153
154
155
156
157
158
159
160
161
162
163
164
165
166
167
168
169
170
171
172
173
174
175
176
177
178
179
180
181
182
183
184
185
186
187
188
189
190
191
192
193
194
195
196
197
198
199
200
201
202
203
204
205
206
207
208
209
210
211
212
213
214
215
216
217
218
219
220
221
222
223
224
225
226
227
228
229
230
231
232
233
234
235
236
237
238
239
240
241
242
243
244
245
246
247
248
249
250
251
252
253
254
255
256
257
258
259
260
261
262
263
264
265
266
267
268
269
270
271
272
273
274
275
276
277
278
279
280
281
282
283
284
285
286
287
288
289
290
291
292
293
294
295
296
297
298
299
300
301
302
303
304
305
306
307
308
309
310
311
312
313
314
315
316
317
318
319
320
321
322
323
324
325
326
327
328
329
330
331
332
333
334
335
336
337
338
339
340
341
342
343
344
345
346
347
348
349
350
351
352
353
354
355
356
357
358
359
360
361
362
363
364
365
366
367
368
369
370
371
372
373
374
375
376
377
378
379
380
381
382
383
384
385
386
387
388
389
390
391
392
393
394
395
396
397
398
399
400
401
402
403
404
405
406
407
408
409
410
411
412
413
414
415
416
417
418
419
420
421
422
423
424
425
426
427
428
429
430
431
432
433
434
435
436
437
438
439
440
441
442
443
444
445
446
447
448
449
450
451
452
453
454
455
456
457
458
459
460
461
462
463
464
465
466
467
468
469
470
471
472
473
474
475
476
477
478
479
480
481
482
483
484
485
486
487
488
489
490
491
492
493
494
495
496
497
498
499
500
501
502
503
504
505
506
507
508
509
510
511
512
513
514
515
516
517
518
519
520
521
522
523
524
525
526
527
528
529
530
531
532
533
534
535
536
537
538
539
540
541
542
543
544
545
546
547
548
549
550
551
552
553
554
555
556
557
558
559
560
561
562
563
564
565
566
567
568
569
570
571
572
573
574
575
576
577
578
579
580
581
582
583
584
585
586
587
588
589
590
591
592
593
594
595
596
597
598
599
600
601
602
603
604
605
606
607
608
609
610
611
612
613
614
615
616
617
618
619
620
621
622
623
624
625
626
627
628
629
630
631
632
633
634
635
636
637
638
639
640
641
642
643
644
645
646
647
648
649
650
651
652
653
654
655
656
657
658
659
660
661
662
663
664
665
666
667
668
669
670
671
672
673
674
675
676
677
678
679
680
681
682
683
684
685
686
687
688
689
690
691
692
693
694
695
696
697
698
699
700
701
702
703
704
705
706
707
708
709
710
711
712
713
714
715
716
717
718
719
720
721
722
723
724
725
726
727
728
729
730
731
732
733
734
735
736
737
738
739
740
741
742
743
744
745
746
747
748
749
750
751
752
753
754
755
756
757
758
759
760
761
762
763
764
765
766
767
768
769
770
771
772
773
774
775
776
777
778
779
780
781
782
783
784
785
786
787
788
789
790
791
792
793
794
795
796
797
798
799
800
801
802
803
804
805
806
807
808
809
810
811
812
813
814
815
816
817
818
819
820
821
822
823
824
825
826
827
828
829
830
831
832
833
834
835
836
837
838
839
840
841
842
843
844
845
846
847
848
849
850
851
852
853
854
855
856
857
858
859
860
861
862
863
864
865
866
867
868
869
870
871
872
873
874
875
876
877
878
879
880
881
882
883
884
885
886
887
888
889
890
891
892
893
894
895
896
897
898
899
900
901
902
903
904
905
906
907
908
909
910
911
912
913
914
915
916
917
918
919
920
921
922
923
924
925
926
927
928
929
930
931
932
933
934
935
936
937
938
939
940
941
942
943
944
945
946
947
948
949
950
951
952
953
954
955
956
957
958
959
960
961
962
963
964
965
966
967
968
969
970
971
972
973
974
975
976
977
978
979
980
981
982
983
984
985
986
987
988
989
990
page
of
1038
Go
/
1038
Contents
Table of Contents
Troubleshooting
Bookmarks
Table of Contents
How to Use this Manual
Vehicle Identification Plate
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
Keys and Locks
Paint Option Numbers
Sefety Certification Sticker
Towing
Conversion of English and Metric Measures
Power Train Combinations
General Dimensions
Decimal Equivalents
Maintenance
Fuel Requirements
Heavy-Duty Operation
Maintenance Schedule
Description of Services - Engine Components
Automatic Transmission (Fluid Check)
Battery Maintenance
Brake Master Cylinder Maintenance
Coolant
Drive Belts Care
Oil Change
Oil Filter
Power Steeing Pump Maintenance
Tune-Up
Chassis Components
Axle Differentials (Front and Rear)
Bearings, Front Wheel
Body Lubrication; Brake and Chassis Inspection
Brakes Maintenance
Master Cylinder Maintenance
Front Brake Linings
Rear Brake Linings
Clutch Lever and Linkage Maintenance
Parking Brake
Tire Condition
Manual Transmission Clutch Inspection and Adjustment
Exhaust System Inspection
Propeller Shafts (Front and Rear)
Transmission Maintenance
Quadra-Trac Fluid Change
Automatic Transmissin Fluid Changes
Unscheduled Maintenance
Manual Transmission Fluid Change
Catalytic Converter
Fluid Capacities
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
Power Plant
Emission Components
Power Plant Diagnosis
Power Plant Diagnosis with Scope Analyzer
Compression Test
Cylinder Leakage Test
Scope Diagnosis Pattern - Ignition Primary
Blown Cylinder Head Gasket Diagnosis
Cylinder Leakage Test Diagnosis
Intake Leak Diagnosis
Power Plant Tune-Up
Oil Filler Cap
Drive Belts
Vacuum Fittings, Hoses and Lines
Spark Plug Condition
Spark Plug Wires
Initial Ignition Timing
Magnetic Timing Probe
Fuel Systems Maintenance
Distributor Advance Mechanism
Fuel Filter
Engine Idle Speed and Mixture Setting Procedures
Choke Linkage
PCV Air Inlet Filter
Fuel Tank Vapor Emission Control System
Exhaust System Maintenance
Exhaust Manifold Heat Valve
Tune-Up Specifications - On-Vehicle
Distributor Curves - On-Vehicle
Distributor Wiring Sequence and Firing Order
Engines
Short Engine Assembly (Short Block)
Six-Cylinder Engine Assembly View
Engine Build Date Location
Engine Mounting
Engine Holding Fixture
Engine Build Date Code
Oversize or Undersize Components
Engine Removal
Engine Installation
Valve Train
Rocker Arm Assembly
Valves Removal, Cleaning and Inspection
Valve Refacing
Valve Seat Refacing
Valve Stem Oil Deflector Replacement
Valve Stem-To-Guide Clearance
Valve Guides
Valve Spring and Oil Deflector Removal
Valve Spring Tension Test
Camshaft and Bearings
Oil Deflector and Valve Spring Installation
Measuring Cam Lobe Lift
Checking Valve Timing
Camshaft Removal
Camshaft Inspection
Camshaft Installation
Camshaft Bearing Replacement
Hydraulic Valve Tappets
Hydraulic Tappet Leak-Down Test
Timing Case Cover
Oil Pan Front Seal Installation
Timing Case Cover Alignment
Timing Case Cover Oil Seal Replacement (Cover Not Removed)
Timing Chain
Intake and Exhaust Manifolds
Intake Manifold Replacement
Exhaust Manifold Replacement
Cylinder Head Cover
Cylinder Head
Lubrication System
Cylinder Head Torque Sequence
Oil Filter and Oil Pump
Oil Pan Removal and Installation
Connecting Rod and Piston Assembly
Connecting Rods
Connecting Rod Bearing Fitting Chart
Measuring Connecting Rod Bearing Clearance
Pistons
Piston Fitting
Piston Rings
Piston Pins
Crankshaft End Play Measurement
Crankshaft Main Bearings
Rear Main Bearing Oil Seal (Crankshaft)
Cylinder Block Disassembly
Flywheel and Starter Ring Gear Assembly
Ring Gear Replacement (Manual Transmission)
Vibration Damper Removal
Cylinder Bore Reconditioning
Measuring Cylinder Bore
Resurfacing Cylinder Bore
Six-Cylinder Engine Specifications
Eight-Cylinder Engine
Short Engine Assembly (Short Block) (8-Cylinder)
Engine Mounting (8-Cylinder)
Engine Removal (8-Cylinder)
Engine Installation (8-Cylinder)
Valve Train (8-Cylinder)
Rocker Arm Assembly (8-Cylinder)
Valves (8-Cylinder)
Valve Refacing (8-Cylinder)
Valve Stem Oil Deflector Replacement (8-Cylinder)
Valve Guides (8-Cylinder)
Valve Stem-To-Guide Clearance (8-Cylinder)
Valve Springs (8-Cylinder)
Camshaft and Bearings (8-Cylinder)
Cam Lobe Lift Measurement
Valve Timing
Camshaft Removal (8-Cylinder)
Camshaft Inspection (8-Cylinder)
Hydraulic Valve Tappet
Camshaft Installation (8-Cylinder)
Hydraulic Tappet Leak-Down Test
Timing Case Cover (8-Cylinder)
Timing Chain (8-Cylinder)
Oil Seal Replacement
Intake Manifold (8-Cylinder)
Cylinder Head and Cover
Exhaust Manifold (8-Cylinder)
Lubrication System (8-Cylinder)
Oil Filter (8-Cylinder)
Oil Pump
Oil Pressure Relief Valve
Gear End Clearance Measurement
Gear-To-Body Clearance
Connecting Rod and Piston Assembly (8-Cylinder)
Connecting Rods (8-Cylinder)
Pistons (8-Cylinder)
Piston Fitting (8-Cylinder)
Piston Rings (8-Cylinder)
Piston Pins (8-Cylinder)
Crankshaft (8-Cylinder)
Crankshaft Main Bearings (8-Cylinder)
Rear Main Bearing Oil Seal
Vibration Damper
Cylinder Block Disassembly (8-Cylinder)
Flywheel and Starter Ring Gear Assembly (8-Cylinder)
Ring Gear Replacement - Manual Transmission (Flywheel Removed)
Cylinder Bore Reconditioning (8-Cylinder)
Eight-Cylinder Engine Specifications
Cooling Systems
Water Pump
Thermostat
Radiator Pressure Cap
Fan
Coolant Recovery System
Temperature Gauge
Cooling System Operation
Engine Block Heater
Heater Core
Spark Coolant Temperature Override (CTO) Switch
Cooling System Diagnosis
Coolant Recovery Operation
CTO Operation
Low Engine Temperature Diagnosis Guide
Engine Overheating Diagnosis Guide
Cooling System Troubleshooting
Cooling System Leakage
Combustion Leakage (Without Pressure Tester)
Oil Cooler Leakage
Radiator Pressure Cap Test
Thermostat Test
Water Pump Tests
Tempatrol Fan Test
Drive Belts Adjustment
Fan and Alternator Belt Adjustment
Air Conditioning Belt Adjustment
Power Steering Drive Belt
Hoses (Cooling System)
Shroud Position
Coolant Level
Coolant Draining and Filling
Engine Block Heater Installation
Bleeding Air from Cooling System
Engine Flushing
Core Plug Replacement
Fan Replacement
Water Pump Pulley Replacement
Coolant Recovery Bottle Replacement
Radiator
Radiator Replacement
Thermostat Replacement
Reverse Flushing
Oil Cooler Repairs
Water Pump Removal and Installation
Cooling System Specifications
Engine Drive Belt Tension
Engine Drive Belt Arrangement
Batteries
Reserve Capacity Rating
Battery Coding
Battery Replacement
Battery Installation
Battery Charging
Frozen Electrolyte
Battery Storage
Discharge/Charge Chemical Action
Dry Charge Battery
Slow Charge
Fast Charge
Booster Charging
Battery Testing
Hydrometer Test
Heavy Load Test
Battery Diagnosis and Repair Chart
Engine will Not Crank
Battery Specifications
Charging System
Alternator
Voltage Regulator
Charging System Operation
Charging System Troubleshooting
Alternator Noise
Alternator Leakage
Charging System Diagnosis and Repair Simplification Chart
Battery Undercharged
Battery Overcharged (Uses too Much Water)
Rotor Shoft-To-Ground Test
Rotor Open Test
Rotor Internal Short Test
Stator Short-To-Ground Test
Stator Continuity Test
Stator Internal Short Circuit Test
Diode Trio Short Circuit Test
Alternator Replacement
Rectifier Bridge Test
Alternator Overhaul
Alternator Cleaning and Inspection
Alternator Assembly
Drive Belt Adjustment
Charging System Specifications
Starting System
Starter Motor
Starting System Troubleshooting
Starter Solenoid
Neutral Safety Switch
Starter System Circuits
Starter System Schematic
Starter Cable and Ground Cable Tests
Current Draw Test
Neutral Safety Switch Test
Starter Voltage Drop Test Diagnosis and Repair Charts
Starter Motor Off-Vehicle Testing
No-Load Test
Hold-In Coil Resistance Test
Solenoid Point Connection Test
Insulated Brush Connection Test
Terminal-To-Brush Continuity Test
Terminal Bracket Insulation Test
Starter Motor Replacement
Armature Tests
Starter Motor Overhaul
Advertisement
Quick Links
Download this manual
1979
SERVICE
MANUAL
Table of
Contents
Previous
Page
Next
Page
1
2
3
4
5
Advertisement
Table of Contents
Troubleshooting
Cooling system troubleshooting
146
Charging system troubleshooting
174
Starting system troubleshooting
187
Ignition system operation
202
Magnetic Clutch Troubleshooting
829
Related Manuals for Jeep 1979 CJ-5
Automobile Jeep 1996 Grand Cherokee Service Manual
Electronic service manual and supplement (1551 pages)
Automobile Jeep 1987 Wrangler Workshop Manual
(1905 pages)
Automobile Jeep 1997 Grand Cherokee Service Manual
Interactive electronic service manual (2262 pages)
Automobile Jeep 1981 CJ-5 Technical & Service Manual
(63 pages)
Automobile Jeep J-10 Series 1982 Technical & Service Manual
(1312 pages)
Automobile Jeep 2010 Liberty Owner's Manual
(528 pages)
Automobile Jeep 2022 CHEROKEE Owner's Manual
(324 pages)
Automobile Jeep GRAND CHEROKEE 2022 Owner's Manual
(412 pages)
Automobile Jeep WRANGLER 2020 Owner's Manual
(548 pages)
Automobile Jeep CHEROKEE 2023 Owner's Manual
(276 pages)
Automobile Jeep Renegade Owner's Handbook Manual
(212 pages)
Automobile Jeep Liberty 2010 Owner's Manual
(522 pages)
Automobile Jeep Grand Cherokee 2016 Owner's Manual
(773 pages)
Automobile Jeep Jeep Cherokee Owner's Manual
(289 pages)
Automobile Jeep 2010 Grand Cherokee Owner's Manual
Jeep 2010 grand cherokee (457 pages)
Automobile Jeep Compass 2018 Owner's Manual
(712 pages)
Summary of Contents for Jeep 1979 CJ-5
Page 2
Navigation Tools: Click on the "Section" below, or use the Bookmarks to the left.
Page 36
Navigation Tools: Click on the "Chapter" below, or use the Bookmarks to the left. Section 2 - Chassis Section 3 - Body...
Page 346
Navigation Tools: Click on the "Chapter" below, or use the Bookmarks to the left. Section 1 - Power Plant Section 3 - Body...
Page 776
Navigation Tools: Click on the "Chapter" below, or use the Bookmarks to the left. Section 1 - Power Plant Section 2 - Chassis...
This manual is also suitable for:
1979 vagoneer 15
1979 j-10 truck 25
1979 cj-7
1979 j-20 truck 46
1979 cherokee 16
1979 cherokee 17
...
Show all
1979 cherokee 18
Table of Contents
Print
Rename the bookmark
Delete bookmark?
Delete from my manuals?
Login
Sign In
OR
Sign in with Facebook
Sign in with Google
Upload manual
Upload from disk
Upload from URL