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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
Driveline And Steering Component Lubrication
All driveline and steering components are sealed and do
not requ ire lubrication. Driveshafts are not serviceable.
WARN ING!
Fluid level should be checked on a level surface with
the engin e off to preven t injury from movin g parts,
and to insure accurate flu id level read ing. Do not
overfill. Use only the manufactu rer’s recom mended
flu id.
Body Lubrication
Locks and all bod y pivot points, inclu ding such item s as
seat tracks, doors, tailgate and hood hinges, shou ld be
lubricated period ically to assu re quiet, easy operation
and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to the appli-
cation of any lubricant, the parts concerned shou ld be
wiped clean to rem ove dust and grit; after lubricating
excess oil and grease shou ld be rem oved . Particu lar
attention shou ld also be given to hood latching compo-
nents to insu re prop er function. When perform ing other
und erhood services, the hood latch, release mechanism
and safety catch shou ld be cleaned and lubricated .
If necessary, add fluid to restore to the prop er ind icated
level. With a clean cloth, wipe any spilled fluid from all
surfaces. Refer to Fluids, Lubricants, and Genu ine Parts
for correct fluid typ e.
NOTE: Upon initial start-u p in cold weather, the power
steering pump may make noise for a short period of time.
This is due to the cold, thick fluid in the steering system .
This noise shou ld be consid ered norm al, and does not in
any way damage the steering system .
The external lock cylind ers shou ld be lubricated twice a
year, preferably in the fall and spring. Apply a small
| Categories | Jeep Manuals, Jeep Wrangler Manuals |
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| Model Year | 2007 |
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