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  • May 12, 2009, 08:48 AM
    Romefalls19
    How to tune up a 2000 grand cherokee
    I am trying to do a tune up on a 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee and am curious what parts I will need. I known spark plugs, but it doesn't appear to have wires like my Ford does(I'm doing this for my fiance's vehicle). It is the 6 cylinder model as well

    Any help would be greatly appreciated
  • May 12, 2009, 10:42 AM
    TxGreaseMonkey

    . Replace the spark plugs (Champion only)--no cross-reference plugs. Use the exact plug that came in the vehicle. Apply dielectric grease to the porcelein and top of the main electrode. Use a very light coat of anti-seize compound on the threads.

    . Change air filter.

    . Change fuel filter. Be sure to depressurize the system first.

    . PCV Valve.

    If you want to score points, change the engine oil and filter. Introduce her to full-synthetic engine oil (e.g. Mobil 1) and go with a premium filter (e.g. Purolator's PureOne). Change every 6,000 miles or 6 months, whichever comes first. Recommend that she also change the transmission fluid and filter. Change every 30,000 miles. Finally, get the brake fluid changed--one of the most overlooked items on vehicles today. Later, change the coolant--50/50 mixture of G-05 antifreeze and distilled water. Record all work in a Maintenance Log--Date, Mileage, Work Performed.
  • May 12, 2009, 10:47 AM
    Romefalls19

    Okay, you seem to know a lot about this so I am going to ask another question. By any chance is there a way to know if I have disc or drum brakes?

    I am usually pretty good with this car stuff, but this is my first time on a Jeep product. I am usually on Fords.

    Thanks in advance
  • May 12, 2009, 10:53 AM
    TxGreaseMonkey

    All late model vehicles have front disc brakes. Look for the disc or drum on the rear.
  • May 12, 2009, 10:54 AM
    Romefalls19

    Okay thanks, I'm trying to replace the brake pads this weekend as well. Going to fix it all in on Saturday ha ha
  • May 12, 2009, 11:02 AM
    TxGreaseMonkey

    Go with OEM, Raybestos, Bendix, or other top quality pads--problems arise when you don't. Be sure to clean and lubricate the caliper pins with silicone grease. If the vehicle came with ceramic brake pads, stay with them--don't switch to semi-metallic pads. This really increases the chance of having future brake problems.
  • May 12, 2009, 11:05 AM
    Romefalls19

    Thank you very much
  • Aug 8, 2013, 09:27 AM
    DeRon1
    Where are the plugs and wires on 4.0L engine...
  • Aug 8, 2013, 11:57 AM
    TxGreaseMonkey
    Your Jeep has an unusual coil-on-plug set-up, where each bank of coils (and "wires") are part of a continuous strip. There are likely 4 machine screws securing each strip. Remove the strip and you will obtain access to the three plugs. Only use Champion plugs on Jeeps.

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