jeep grand cherokee 2” suspension lift kit
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1. 2265 Crosswind Drive Prescott AZ 86301 928 636 3175 www p a g net JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 2 SUSPENSION LIFT KIT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1999 2003 KIT JWJ22 A WARNING Installation of a Performance Automotive Group sus pension lift kit will change the vehicle s center of gravity and handling characteristics both on and off road You must drive the vehicle safely Extreme care must be taken to prevent vehicle rollover or loss of control which could result in serious injury or death Avoid sud den sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers and always make sure all vehicle occupants have their seat belts fas tened A WARNING Before you install this kit read and understand all instructions warnings cautions and notes in this instruction sheet and in the vehicle owner s manual A CAUTION Proper installation of this kit requires knowledge of the factory recommended procedures for removal and installation of original equipment components We rec ommend that the factory shop manual and any special tools needed to service your vehicle be on hand during the installation Installation of this kit without proper knowledge of the factory recommended procedures may affect the performance of these components and the safety of the vehicle We strongly recommend that a certified mechanic familiar with the installation of sim ilar components install this kit A WARNING This kit should only be installed on a vehicle that is in2. Lift Kit JWJ22 Before Starting Installation Kit parts are prefaced by the word kit and appear in bold print 1 Carefully read all warnings and instructions com pletely before beginning 2 Verify all parts have been received in this kit by checking the parts list at the end of this document 3 Only install this kit on the vehicle for which it is specified If anytime during the installation you encounter something different from what is outlined in the instructions call technical support at 928 636 3175 4 Park vehicle on a clean dry flat level surface and block tires so vehicle cannot roll in either direction Adhere to recommendations when replacement fasten ers retainers and keepers are called out in the factory service manual When re assembling the vehicle it is recommended by the vehicle manufacturer that certain fasteners are replaced in order to maintain proper retention characteristics This system may not include all replacement hardware as recommended by the fac tory service manual Additional replacement hardware should be obtained prior to installation of this system to meet the requirements of the factory service manual 5 Measure ride height with the vehicle supporting its own weight on level ground To settle the suspen sion the vehicle should be driven forward at least 10 feet immediately prior to taking these measure ments Ride height is the measurement from the center of the axle stra
3. hydraulic jack pressure underneath axle A WARNING Use extreme caution when lifting vehicle from ground 7 To prevent serious personal injury ensure the lifting device is securely placed 3 Remove lug nuts and front wheels from vehicle 4 Remove four lower nuts and shock absorber from axle 8 Remove two bumpstop bushings two bolts and two metal cups from frame rails Shock Absorber S AA 77 Ayle _ lt Bumpstop Bushing Track Bar Bolt amp Nut NOTE Bumpstop bushings and metal cups will be re used 3 99 03 Grand Cherokee 2 Lift Kit JWJ22 Install Front Suspension 1 Driver bumpstop bushing a From JWJ22BAG Apply a small amount of kit Loctite onto threads of kit bolts M8 1 25 x 80 and install Ait extension bumpstop front and metal cup onto frame with two kit bolts M8 1 25 x 80 and two kit washers 8mm Frame Bumpstop Front kit Bolts M8 1 25 x 80 kit Washers 8mm b Install bumpstop bushing into metal cup c Repeat above substeps for passenger bumpstop bushing 2 Driver coil spring A WARNING Compressed coil springs can expand violently causing serious personal injury Before removing the coil springs lower the axle housing as far as possible to allow the coil springs to expand Use caution when using coil spring compressors a Install kit spacer front onto isolator and coil spring Kit Spacer Front Isolator b Us
4. Washer 8mm IN Copyright 08 06 Performance Automotive Group www p a g net 99 03 Grand Cherokee 2 Lift Kit JWJ22
5. e lug nuts on each front wheel Isolator 2 Using hydraulic floor jack slowly lift axle until rear tires are 3 5 off ground Position jack stands under frame in front of lower control arm perches Lower vehicle onto jack stands while maintaining hydraulic jack pressure underneath axle A WARNING Use extreme caution when lifting vehicle from ground Coil Spring To prevent serious personal injury ensure the lifting device is securely placed 3 Remove lug nuts and rear wheels from vehicle 5 99 03 Grand Cherokee 2 Lift Kit JWJ22 Install Rear Suspension c Place bumpstop bushing inside bottom of coil spring for easier installation into axle following next substep 1 Driver coil spring Bushing a Install kit extension bumpstop rear by thread ing self tapping bolt into existing hole of upper spring perch Coil Spring b A 4 j h A Sa j 4 Kit Extension Bumpstop Rear d Using hydraulic floor jack adjust axle height and install coil spring isolator and kit spacer rear onto vehicle e Install bumpstop into axle f Repeat above substeps for passenger coil spring 2 Using hydraulic floor jack raise axle and install two shock absorbers onto axle with two bolts Isolator Shock Absorber Bolt 6 99 03 Grand Cherokee 2 Lift Kit JWJ22 3 Install two sway bar end links onto sway bar with two Dynamic Vehicle Check bolts and nuts 1 Check steeri
6. good working condition Before you install the kit thor oughly inspect the vehicle for corrosion or deformation of the sheet metal If the vehicle is suspected to have been in a collision or misused do not install this kit Off road use of your vehicle with this kit installed may increase the stress applied to the factory components Failure to observe this warning may result in serious personal injury and or severe damage to your vehicle A WARNING Many states and municipalities have laws restricting bumper heights and vehicle lifts Consult state and local laws to determine if the changes you intend to make to the vehicle comply with the law ZS WARNING The installation of larger tires may reduce the effective ness of the braking system A WARNING Always wear eye protection when operating power tools A WARNING Before you install this kit block the vehicle tires to pre vent the vehicle from rolling Performance Automotive Group recommends using the Loctite supplied in the kit on the threads of all kit nuts and bolts unless specified otherwise in these instructions A WARNING DO NOT combine suspension body or other lift devices Use of vehicle with combined lifts may result in unsafe and or unexpected handling characteristics Lift height may vary depending on vehicle configura tion engine size additional accessories the factory Suspension package and vehicle s condition 99 03 Grand Cherokee 2
7. ight up vertical to the fender lip Record this measurement for all four wheels Torque Specifications 1 See factory service manual for torque values when re using OE fasteners Bolt Size Grade 5 ft Ibs Grade 8 ft Ibs 10 1 4 20 10 1 4 28 10 12 5 5 16 18 17 22 9 5 16 24 20 25 3 8 16 30 40 3 8 24 35 45 7 16 14 50 65 7 16 20 55 70 1 2 13 19 100 1 2 20 55 70 9 16 12 105 135 9 16 18 115 150 5 8 11 150 195 5 8 18 160 210 3 4 16 175 225 Engine Compartment 1 Disconnect both battery cables Disconnect negative cable first then positive cable Negative Cable Positive Cable 99 03 Grand Cherokee 2 Lift Kit JWJ22 Prepare to Install Front 6 Remove two nuts bolts and sway bar end links from axle Suspension A WARNING Compressed coil springs can expand violently causing serious personal injury Before removing the coil springs lower the axle housing as far as possible to allow the coil springs to expand Use caution when using coil spring compressors 1 Loosen but do not remove lug nuts on each front Bolt amp Nut wheel 2 Using hydraulic floor jack slowly lift front axle until 7 Using hydraulic floor jack lower front axle and front tires are 3 5 off ground Position jack stands remove two front coil springs and two isolators under frame behind lower control arm perches Lower vehicle onto jack stands while maintaining Isolator
8. ing hydraulic floor jack adjust height of axle and install coil spring isolator and kit spacer front onto vehicle c Repeat above substeps for passenger coil spring 3 Using hydraulic floor jack raise axle and install two Shock Absorber 4 Install two sway bar end links onto axle with two bolts and nuts Sway Bar End Link oo A ee yi Ss Bolt amp Nut a 7 j ae 5 Install front wheels onto vehicle with lug nuts Snug but DO NOT TORQUE lug nuts 6 Using hydraulic floor jack raise front of vehicle and remove jack stands Slowly lower vehicle onto ground 99 03 Grand Cherokee 2 Lift Kit JWJ22 7 TORQUE lug nuts to specification 4 Remove two bolts and rear shock absorbers from axle 8 Cycle front suspension several times by pushing on front bumper Shock Absorber 9 Install track bar onto axle with nut and bolt Track Bar Bolt 5 Remove two bolts nuts and sway bar end links from sway bar End Link Prepare to Install Rear Suspension Bolt amp Nut A WARNING Compressed coil springs can expand violently causing ar serious personal injury Before removing the coil springs lower the axle housing as far as possible to allow the coil springs to expand Use caution when ra using coil spring compressors 6 Using hydraulic floor jack adjust axle height and remove two coil springs and two isolators Sway Bar 1 Loosen but do not remov
9. ng and suspension in all positions to ensure that there is no bind and adequate clearance between all moving fixed and heated members Check operation of clutch brake system and park ing brake Check operation of transmission and transfer case Ensure there is full engagement in all gears and 4WD ranges Check battery connections and electrical component operations Test drive vehicle A WARNING Retorque all fasteners after 500 miles and after off road 4 Install rear wheels onto vehicle with lug nuts Snug use All suspension lift components should be visually but DO NOT TORQUE lug nuts inspected and fasteners retorqued during routine vehi cle servicing 5 Using hydraulic floor jack raise rear of vehicle and remove jack stands Slowly lower vehicle onto A CAUTION ground Performance Automotive Group does not recommend any particular wheel and tire combinations for use with its suspension lifts and cannot assume responsibility for the customer s choice of wheels and tires Refer to your owner s manual for recommended tire sizes and After Completing Installation warnings related to the use of oversized tires Larger wheel and tire combinations increase stress and wear on steering and suspension components which leads Engine Compartment to increased maintenance and higher risk for compo nent failure Larger wheel and tire combinations also alter speedometer calibration braking effectiveness center of gravi
10. ty and handling characteristics Consult an experienced local off road shop to find what wheel and tire combinations work best with your vehicle 6 TORQUE lug nuts to specification 1 Connect both battery cables Connect positive cable first then negative cable Negative Cable All warranty information instruction sheets and other documents regarding the installation of this product must be retained by the vehicle owner Information contained in the instructions and on the warranty card will be required for any warranty claims The vehicle p owner needs to understand the modifications made to Positive ey i the vehicle and how they affect vehicle handling and Cable oc performance Failure to provide the customer with this lt A information can result in damage to the vehicle and severe personal injury Miscellaneous 1 Align vehicle to OE specifications Retain alignment results 2 Apply kit label warning onto dashboard in plain sight of all vehicle occupants 3 Adjust headlights 4 Check all fasteners to ensure they are tight 5 Ensure all wires hoses cables etc are properly connected and there is ample slack 7 99 03 Grand Cherokee 2 Lift Kit JWJ22 Kit Parts List Qty Description Extension bumpstop front Extension bumpstop rear Label logo Loctite 6ml bottle Spacer front Spacer rear hm hPB NY PY 1 JWJ22BAG Hardware Bag Bolt M8 1 25 x 80 4
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