2002 Jeep Wrangler SE, Sport, Sahara Factory Service Manual • P/N 81-272-0252

• Built for owners and workshops servicing the 2002 Jeep Wrangler SE, Sport, and Sahara variants, including LHD and RHD configurations
• Official DaimlerChrysler publication 81-272-0252 providing detailed technical data for drivetrain, suspension, and axle maintenance
• Contains 56 exploded-view diagrams, 16 troubleshooting tables, and torque specification charts for front and rear axle repair
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Component and System Documentation

This 2002 edition serves as the primary technical reference for the TJ-series Wrangler. It delivers precise documentation for major vehicle systems, streamlining the daily workflow in professional shops. Need to tackle the suspension? The manual covers coil springs, shock absorbers, stabilizer bars, track bars, and control arms. It also details the teardown and assembly of the 181FBI front axle and 194RBI rear axle. You get exact figures for pinion and ring gear backlash, alongside shim selection metrics for differential bearing preload. Propeller shaft maintenance is fully mapped out. Note that working on heavy suspension and drivetrain components poses severe crushing or pinching hazards. Always use properly rated jack stands and hoists before getting under the vehicle.

Specification and Reference Data

Technical data is clearly laid out for critical service points across the powertrain and chassis. Fastener tension is crucial for safe operation. For example, front hub and bearing mounting bolts require 102 Nm (75 ft-lbs) of torque. When setting up the differential, side gear clearance must measure precisely between 0.12 and 0.20 mm. Rear suspension arm axle bracket nuts are rated at 177 Nm (130 ft-lbs). This official OEM documentation provides the exact engine, chassis, electrical, and drivetrain specifications needed to execute a reliable repair. It effectively eliminates the guesswork when dealing with component replacement clearances.