Carl

OK, I'll give them a call. Not trying to be rude, but why would the tube
hieght make a difference? How could I prime the tubing? Is it needed? How
many quarts are in a gallon anyway?

Carl


"billy ray" <billy_ray@SPAMfuse.net> wrote in message
news:d8383$45497677$422afc51$28674@FUSE.NET...
> It came with DexronIIE/Mercon but I think Dexron is on the outs now as
> fluids go... I think it would be best to have the parts guy look up in
> the computer what fluid is now the current spec...... assuming you want a
> better fluid if one is available...
>
> The transfer case came with either DexronII or ATF+3, the current spec is
> ATF=4 on the nv242 but I assume you can use any of the above. The capacity
> is 1.4 qts
>
> I suppose using the tranny pump will work.... I'm guessing you'll have to
> prime the tubing and make sure the height difference isn't too great.
>
> The AW4 capacity is 8.25 qts....
>
> "Carl" <carlsaiyed@hotmailREMOVE.com> wrote in message
> news:aP-dnSUh-okR8NTYnZ2dnUVZ_q2dnZ2d@comcast.com...
>> Thanks for the info, Billy. Using the line in the bucket trick won't work
>> to exchange all the fluid? I suppose I could just check the dipstick for
>> the fluid reccomendation...
>>
>> Carl
>>
>>
>> "billy ray" <billy_ray@SPAMfuse.net> wrote in message
>> news:118b5$454969e4$422afc51$26283@FUSE.NET...
>>> BELT REPLACEMENT OR ADJUSTMENT-LEFT HAND DRIVE
>>>
>>> Belt tension is adjusted at the power steering pump bracket and idler
>>> pulley
>>> assembly.
>>>
>>> (1) Disconnect negative battery cable from battery.
>>>
>>> (2) Loosen idler pulley bolt at the power steering bracket (Fig. 53).
>>>
>>> (3) Loosen adjusting bolt until belt can be removed from pulleys.
>>>
>>> (4) Remove belt.
>>>
>>> INSTALLATION
>>>
>>> (1) Check condition of all pulleys.
>>>
>>> CAUTION: When installing the serpentine accessory drive belt, the belt
>>> MUST
>>> be routed correctly. If not, the engine may overheat due to the water
>>>
>>> pump rotating in the wrong direction. Refer to (Fig. 47) (Fig. 48) (Fig.
>>> 49)
>>> (Fig. 50) for correct belt routing.
>>>
>>> (2) Install new belt.
>>>
>>> (3) Using serpentine belt tension gauge, tighten adjusting bolt until
>>> belt
>>> reaches proper tension. Refer to Belt Tension at the rear of this
>>> section
>>> for proper belt tension.
>>>
>>> (4) After belt is tensioned correctly, tighten idler pulley bolt to 47
>>> N·m
>>> (35 ft. lbs.)
>>>
>>> (5) After idler pulley has been tightened into position, recheck belt
>>> tension. Adjust if necessary.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> I do not know for sure what ATF you should use but the recent TSB on
>>> ATF+4
>>> states it is the current fluid spec for all Jeep automatic transmissions
>>> except the AW4, call the dealership for the current spec fluid
>>> recommendation.
>>>
>>> The current SelecTracs (nv242) use ATF+4
>>>
>>> There hasn't been a drain in Torque Converters for some time. If you
>>> want to exchange 'all' the fluid you will have to do it 4 quarts at a
>>> time.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> "Carl" <carlsaiyed@hotmailREMOVE.com> wrote in message
>>> news:g5OdndNYaKTSzNTYnZ2dnUVZ_uWdnZ2d@comcast.com. ..
>>>> I'd like to change the serpentine belt on my 2000 XJ 4.0L. Left hand
>>>> drive, with AC. Is the this belt released with a standard tensioner
>>>> pulley
>>>> or is there another method? (Power steering pump bolt?). On my 99 XJ, I
>>>> had to release the tension with a bolt on the power steering pump.
>>>>
>>>> Is the fuel filter still 'lifetime' in the form an in-tank strainer? I
>>>> can't seem to locate a filter on partsamerica.
>>>>
>>>> Also, I'll be changing the trans fluid. Is there a drain bolt for the
>>>> torque converter? If not, I have devised a plan to change all the
>>>> fluid.
>>>> Basically, I'm going to disconnect the stock cooler lines, put the
>>>> 'out'
>>>> line into a 2 gal bucket, and fill a 1 gal bucket with ATF. I'll put
>>>> the
>>>> 'In' line in that full bucket. Start the Jeep, and let it and cycle the
>>>> gears untill the 1 gal bucket is nearly full. After that I'll drop the
>>>> pan
>>>> and change the filter. Does this sound reasonable?
>>>>
>>>> Do the AW4 and NP242 used in 2000 still take Mercon-Dexron III
>>>>
>>>> Thanks..
>>>>
>>>> Carl
>>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>
>>
>
>

Carl

OK, I'll give them a call. Not trying to be rude, but why would the tube
hieght make a difference? How could I prime the tubing? Is it needed? How
many quarts are in a gallon anyway?

Carl


"billy ray" <billy_ray@SPAMfuse.net> wrote in message
news:d8383$45497677$422afc51$28674@FUSE.NET...
> It came with DexronIIE/Mercon but I think Dexron is on the outs now as
> fluids go... I think it would be best to have the parts guy look up in
> the computer what fluid is now the current spec...... assuming you want a
> better fluid if one is available...
>
> The transfer case came with either DexronII or ATF+3, the current spec is
> ATF=4 on the nv242 but I assume you can use any of the above. The capacity
> is 1.4 qts
>
> I suppose using the tranny pump will work.... I'm guessing you'll have to
> prime the tubing and make sure the height difference isn't too great.
>
> The AW4 capacity is 8.25 qts....
>
> "Carl" <carlsaiyed@hotmailREMOVE.com> wrote in message
> news:aP-dnSUh-okR8NTYnZ2dnUVZ_q2dnZ2d@comcast.com...
>> Thanks for the info, Billy. Using the line in the bucket trick won't work
>> to exchange all the fluid? I suppose I could just check the dipstick for
>> the fluid reccomendation...
>>
>> Carl
>>
>>
>> "billy ray" <billy_ray@SPAMfuse.net> wrote in message
>> news:118b5$454969e4$422afc51$26283@FUSE.NET...
>>> BELT REPLACEMENT OR ADJUSTMENT-LEFT HAND DRIVE
>>>
>>> Belt tension is adjusted at the power steering pump bracket and idler
>>> pulley
>>> assembly.
>>>
>>> (1) Disconnect negative battery cable from battery.
>>>
>>> (2) Loosen idler pulley bolt at the power steering bracket (Fig. 53).
>>>
>>> (3) Loosen adjusting bolt until belt can be removed from pulleys.
>>>
>>> (4) Remove belt.
>>>
>>> INSTALLATION
>>>
>>> (1) Check condition of all pulleys.
>>>
>>> CAUTION: When installing the serpentine accessory drive belt, the belt
>>> MUST
>>> be routed correctly. If not, the engine may overheat due to the water
>>>
>>> pump rotating in the wrong direction. Refer to (Fig. 47) (Fig. 48) (Fig.
>>> 49)
>>> (Fig. 50) for correct belt routing.
>>>
>>> (2) Install new belt.
>>>
>>> (3) Using serpentine belt tension gauge, tighten adjusting bolt until
>>> belt
>>> reaches proper tension. Refer to Belt Tension at the rear of this
>>> section
>>> for proper belt tension.
>>>
>>> (4) After belt is tensioned correctly, tighten idler pulley bolt to 47
>>> N·m
>>> (35 ft. lbs.)
>>>
>>> (5) After idler pulley has been tightened into position, recheck belt
>>> tension. Adjust if necessary.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> I do not know for sure what ATF you should use but the recent TSB on
>>> ATF+4
>>> states it is the current fluid spec for all Jeep automatic transmissions
>>> except the AW4, call the dealership for the current spec fluid
>>> recommendation.
>>>
>>> The current SelecTracs (nv242) use ATF+4
>>>
>>> There hasn't been a drain in Torque Converters for some time. If you
>>> want to exchange 'all' the fluid you will have to do it 4 quarts at a
>>> time.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> "Carl" <carlsaiyed@hotmailREMOVE.com> wrote in message
>>> news:g5OdndNYaKTSzNTYnZ2dnUVZ_uWdnZ2d@comcast.com. ..
>>>> I'd like to change the serpentine belt on my 2000 XJ 4.0L. Left hand
>>>> drive, with AC. Is the this belt released with a standard tensioner
>>>> pulley
>>>> or is there another method? (Power steering pump bolt?). On my 99 XJ, I
>>>> had to release the tension with a bolt on the power steering pump.
>>>>
>>>> Is the fuel filter still 'lifetime' in the form an in-tank strainer? I
>>>> can't seem to locate a filter on partsamerica.
>>>>
>>>> Also, I'll be changing the trans fluid. Is there a drain bolt for the
>>>> torque converter? If not, I have devised a plan to change all the
>>>> fluid.
>>>> Basically, I'm going to disconnect the stock cooler lines, put the
>>>> 'out'
>>>> line into a 2 gal bucket, and fill a 1 gal bucket with ATF. I'll put
>>>> the
>>>> 'In' line in that full bucket. Start the Jeep, and let it and cycle the
>>>> gears untill the 1 gal bucket is nearly full. After that I'll drop the
>>>> pan
>>>> and change the filter. Does this sound reasonable?
>>>>
>>>> Do the AW4 and NP242 used in 2000 still take Mercon-Dexron III
>>>>
>>>> Thanks..
>>>>
>>>> Carl
>>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>
>>
>
>

Carl

OK, I'll give them a call. Not trying to be rude, but why would the tube
hieght make a difference? How could I prime the tubing? Is it needed? How
many quarts are in a gallon anyway?

Carl


"billy ray" <billy_ray@SPAMfuse.net> wrote in message
news:d8383$45497677$422afc51$28674@FUSE.NET...
> It came with DexronIIE/Mercon but I think Dexron is on the outs now as
> fluids go... I think it would be best to have the parts guy look up in
> the computer what fluid is now the current spec...... assuming you want a
> better fluid if one is available...
>
> The transfer case came with either DexronII or ATF+3, the current spec is
> ATF=4 on the nv242 but I assume you can use any of the above. The capacity
> is 1.4 qts
>
> I suppose using the tranny pump will work.... I'm guessing you'll have to
> prime the tubing and make sure the height difference isn't too great.
>
> The AW4 capacity is 8.25 qts....
>
> "Carl" <carlsaiyed@hotmailREMOVE.com> wrote in message
> news:aP-dnSUh-okR8NTYnZ2dnUVZ_q2dnZ2d@comcast.com...
>> Thanks for the info, Billy. Using the line in the bucket trick won't work
>> to exchange all the fluid? I suppose I could just check the dipstick for
>> the fluid reccomendation...
>>
>> Carl
>>
>>
>> "billy ray" <billy_ray@SPAMfuse.net> wrote in message
>> news:118b5$454969e4$422afc51$26283@FUSE.NET...
>>> BELT REPLACEMENT OR ADJUSTMENT-LEFT HAND DRIVE
>>>
>>> Belt tension is adjusted at the power steering pump bracket and idler
>>> pulley
>>> assembly.
>>>
>>> (1) Disconnect negative battery cable from battery.
>>>
>>> (2) Loosen idler pulley bolt at the power steering bracket (Fig. 53).
>>>
>>> (3) Loosen adjusting bolt until belt can be removed from pulleys.
>>>
>>> (4) Remove belt.
>>>
>>> INSTALLATION
>>>
>>> (1) Check condition of all pulleys.
>>>
>>> CAUTION: When installing the serpentine accessory drive belt, the belt
>>> MUST
>>> be routed correctly. If not, the engine may overheat due to the water
>>>
>>> pump rotating in the wrong direction. Refer to (Fig. 47) (Fig. 48) (Fig.
>>> 49)
>>> (Fig. 50) for correct belt routing.
>>>
>>> (2) Install new belt.
>>>
>>> (3) Using serpentine belt tension gauge, tighten adjusting bolt until
>>> belt
>>> reaches proper tension. Refer to Belt Tension at the rear of this
>>> section
>>> for proper belt tension.
>>>
>>> (4) After belt is tensioned correctly, tighten idler pulley bolt to 47
>>> N·m
>>> (35 ft. lbs.)
>>>
>>> (5) After idler pulley has been tightened into position, recheck belt
>>> tension. Adjust if necessary.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> I do not know for sure what ATF you should use but the recent TSB on
>>> ATF+4
>>> states it is the current fluid spec for all Jeep automatic transmissions
>>> except the AW4, call the dealership for the current spec fluid
>>> recommendation.
>>>
>>> The current SelecTracs (nv242) use ATF+4
>>>
>>> There hasn't been a drain in Torque Converters for some time. If you
>>> want to exchange 'all' the fluid you will have to do it 4 quarts at a
>>> time.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> "Carl" <carlsaiyed@hotmailREMOVE.com> wrote in message
>>> news:g5OdndNYaKTSzNTYnZ2dnUVZ_uWdnZ2d@comcast.com. ..
>>>> I'd like to change the serpentine belt on my 2000 XJ 4.0L. Left hand
>>>> drive, with AC. Is the this belt released with a standard tensioner
>>>> pulley
>>>> or is there another method? (Power steering pump bolt?). On my 99 XJ, I
>>>> had to release the tension with a bolt on the power steering pump.
>>>>
>>>> Is the fuel filter still 'lifetime' in the form an in-tank strainer? I
>>>> can't seem to locate a filter on partsamerica.
>>>>
>>>> Also, I'll be changing the trans fluid. Is there a drain bolt for the
>>>> torque converter? If not, I have devised a plan to change all the
>>>> fluid.
>>>> Basically, I'm going to disconnect the stock cooler lines, put the
>>>> 'out'
>>>> line into a 2 gal bucket, and fill a 1 gal bucket with ATF. I'll put
>>>> the
>>>> 'In' line in that full bucket. Start the Jeep, and let it and cycle the
>>>> gears untill the 1 gal bucket is nearly full. After that I'll drop the
>>>> pan
>>>> and change the filter. Does this sound reasonable?
>>>>
>>>> Do the AW4 and NP242 used in 2000 still take Mercon-Dexron III
>>>>
>>>> Thanks..
>>>>
>>>> Carl
>>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>
>>
>
>

billy ray

The tranny is normally a closed system, that is, it doesn't normally have to
'lift' fluid more than a few inches. If you have a bucket of ATF on the
floor and your XJ is on ramps then it will have to lift the fluid a couple
feet.

You could put the bucket up at tranny height on top of a box or something...

To prime the hose all you would need do is siphon a bit of ATF through the
suction hose before you connected it.

There are 4 quarts to a gallon so just a bit over 2 gallons total.

Let us know how this goes..


"Carl" <carlsaiyed@hotmailREMOVE.com> wrote in message
news:nNidneLM9e8t4tTYnZ2dnUVZ_rCdnZ2d@comcast.com. ..
> OK, I'll give them a call. Not trying to be rude, but why would the tube
> hieght make a difference? How could I prime the tubing? Is it needed? How
> many quarts are in a gallon anyway?
>
> Carl
>
>
> "billy ray" <billy_ray@SPAMfuse.net> wrote in message
> news:d8383$45497677$422afc51$28674@FUSE.NET...
>> It came with DexronIIE/Mercon but I think Dexron is on the outs now as
>> fluids go... I think it would be best to have the parts guy look up in
>> the computer what fluid is now the current spec...... assuming you want a
>> better fluid if one is available...
>>
>> The transfer case came with either DexronII or ATF+3, the current spec is
>> ATF=4 on the nv242 but I assume you can use any of the above. The
>> capacity is 1.4 qts
>>
>> I suppose using the tranny pump will work.... I'm guessing you'll have to
>> prime the tubing and make sure the height difference isn't too great.
>>
>> The AW4 capacity is 8.25 qts....
>>
>> "Carl" <carlsaiyed@hotmailREMOVE.com> wrote in message
>> news:aP-dnSUh-okR8NTYnZ2dnUVZ_q2dnZ2d@comcast.com...
>>> Thanks for the info, Billy. Using the line in the bucket trick won't
>>> work to exchange all the fluid? I suppose I could just check the
>>> dipstick for the fluid reccomendation...
>>>
>>> Carl
>>>
>>>
>>> "billy ray" <billy_ray@SPAMfuse.net> wrote in message
>>> news:118b5$454969e4$422afc51$26283@FUSE.NET...
>>>> BELT REPLACEMENT OR ADJUSTMENT-LEFT HAND DRIVE
>>>>
>>>> Belt tension is adjusted at the power steering pump bracket and idler
>>>> pulley
>>>> assembly.
>>>>
>>>> (1) Disconnect negative battery cable from battery.
>>>>
>>>> (2) Loosen idler pulley bolt at the power steering bracket (Fig. 53).
>>>>
>>>> (3) Loosen adjusting bolt until belt can be removed from pulleys.
>>>>
>>>> (4) Remove belt.
>>>>
>>>> INSTALLATION
>>>>
>>>> (1) Check condition of all pulleys.
>>>>
>>>> CAUTION: When installing the serpentine accessory drive belt, the belt
>>>> MUST
>>>> be routed correctly. If not, the engine may overheat due to the water
>>>>
>>>> pump rotating in the wrong direction. Refer to (Fig. 47) (Fig. 48)
>>>> (Fig. 49)
>>>> (Fig. 50) for correct belt routing.
>>>>
>>>> (2) Install new belt.
>>>>
>>>> (3) Using serpentine belt tension gauge, tighten adjusting bolt until
>>>> belt
>>>> reaches proper tension. Refer to Belt Tension at the rear of this
>>>> section
>>>> for proper belt tension.
>>>>
>>>> (4) After belt is tensioned correctly, tighten idler pulley bolt to 47
>>>> N·m
>>>> (35 ft. lbs.)
>>>>
>>>> (5) After idler pulley has been tightened into position, recheck belt
>>>> tension. Adjust if necessary.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> I do not know for sure what ATF you should use but the recent TSB on
>>>> ATF+4
>>>> states it is the current fluid spec for all Jeep automatic
>>>> transmissions
>>>> except the AW4, call the dealership for the current spec fluid
>>>> recommendation.
>>>>
>>>> The current SelecTracs (nv242) use ATF+4
>>>>
>>>> There hasn't been a drain in Torque Converters for some time. If you
>>>> want to exchange 'all' the fluid you will have to do it 4 quarts at a
>>>> time.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> "Carl" <carlsaiyed@hotmailREMOVE.com> wrote in message
>>>> news:g5OdndNYaKTSzNTYnZ2dnUVZ_uWdnZ2d@comcast.com. ..
>>>>> I'd like to change the serpentine belt on my 2000 XJ 4.0L. Left hand
>>>>> drive, with AC. Is the this belt released with a standard tensioner
>>>>> pulley
>>>>> or is there another method? (Power steering pump bolt?). On my 99 XJ,
>>>>> I
>>>>> had to release the tension with a bolt on the power steering pump.
>>>>>
>>>>> Is the fuel filter still 'lifetime' in the form an in-tank strainer? I
>>>>> can't seem to locate a filter on partsamerica.
>>>>>
>>>>> Also, I'll be changing the trans fluid. Is there a drain bolt for the
>>>>> torque converter? If not, I have devised a plan to change all the
>>>>> fluid.
>>>>> Basically, I'm going to disconnect the stock cooler lines, put the
>>>>> 'out'
>>>>> line into a 2 gal bucket, and fill a 1 gal bucket with ATF. I'll put
>>>>> the
>>>>> 'In' line in that full bucket. Start the Jeep, and let it and cycle
>>>>> the
>>>>> gears untill the 1 gal bucket is nearly full. After that I'll drop the
>>>>> pan
>>>>> and change the filter. Does this sound reasonable?
>>>>>
>>>>> Do the AW4 and NP242 used in 2000 still take Mercon-Dexron III
>>>>>
>>>>> Thanks..
>>>>>
>>>>> Carl
>>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>
>>>
>>
>>
>
>

billy ray

The tranny is normally a closed system, that is, it doesn't normally have to
'lift' fluid more than a few inches. If you have a bucket of ATF on the
floor and your XJ is on ramps then it will have to lift the fluid a couple
feet.

You could put the bucket up at tranny height on top of a box or something...

To prime the hose all you would need do is siphon a bit of ATF through the
suction hose before you connected it.

There are 4 quarts to a gallon so just a bit over 2 gallons total.

Let us know how this goes..


"Carl" <carlsaiyed@hotmailREMOVE.com> wrote in message
news:nNidneLM9e8t4tTYnZ2dnUVZ_rCdnZ2d@comcast.com. ..
> OK, I'll give them a call. Not trying to be rude, but why would the tube
> hieght make a difference? How could I prime the tubing? Is it needed? How
> many quarts are in a gallon anyway?
>
> Carl
>
>
> "billy ray" <billy_ray@SPAMfuse.net> wrote in message
> news:d8383$45497677$422afc51$28674@FUSE.NET...
>> It came with DexronIIE/Mercon but I think Dexron is on the outs now as
>> fluids go... I think it would be best to have the parts guy look up in
>> the computer what fluid is now the current spec...... assuming you want a
>> better fluid if one is available...
>>
>> The transfer case came with either DexronII or ATF+3, the current spec is
>> ATF=4 on the nv242 but I assume you can use any of the above. The
>> capacity is 1.4 qts
>>
>> I suppose using the tranny pump will work.... I'm guessing you'll have to
>> prime the tubing and make sure the height difference isn't too great.
>>
>> The AW4 capacity is 8.25 qts....
>>
>> "Carl" <carlsaiyed@hotmailREMOVE.com> wrote in message
>> news:aP-dnSUh-okR8NTYnZ2dnUVZ_q2dnZ2d@comcast.com...
>>> Thanks for the info, Billy. Using the line in the bucket trick won't
>>> work to exchange all the fluid? I suppose I could just check the
>>> dipstick for the fluid reccomendation...
>>>
>>> Carl
>>>
>>>
>>> "billy ray" <billy_ray@SPAMfuse.net> wrote in message
>>> news:118b5$454969e4$422afc51$26283@FUSE.NET...
>>>> BELT REPLACEMENT OR ADJUSTMENT-LEFT HAND DRIVE
>>>>
>>>> Belt tension is adjusted at the power steering pump bracket and idler
>>>> pulley
>>>> assembly.
>>>>
>>>> (1) Disconnect negative battery cable from battery.
>>>>
>>>> (2) Loosen idler pulley bolt at the power steering bracket (Fig. 53).
>>>>
>>>> (3) Loosen adjusting bolt until belt can be removed from pulleys.
>>>>
>>>> (4) Remove belt.
>>>>
>>>> INSTALLATION
>>>>
>>>> (1) Check condition of all pulleys.
>>>>
>>>> CAUTION: When installing the serpentine accessory drive belt, the belt
>>>> MUST
>>>> be routed correctly. If not, the engine may overheat due to the water
>>>>
>>>> pump rotating in the wrong direction. Refer to (Fig. 47) (Fig. 48)
>>>> (Fig. 49)
>>>> (Fig. 50) for correct belt routing.
>>>>
>>>> (2) Install new belt.
>>>>
>>>> (3) Using serpentine belt tension gauge, tighten adjusting bolt until
>>>> belt
>>>> reaches proper tension. Refer to Belt Tension at the rear of this
>>>> section
>>>> for proper belt tension.
>>>>
>>>> (4) After belt is tensioned correctly, tighten idler pulley bolt to 47
>>>> N·m
>>>> (35 ft. lbs.)
>>>>
>>>> (5) After idler pulley has been tightened into position, recheck belt
>>>> tension. Adjust if necessary.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> I do not know for sure what ATF you should use but the recent TSB on
>>>> ATF+4
>>>> states it is the current fluid spec for all Jeep automatic
>>>> transmissions
>>>> except the AW4, call the dealership for the current spec fluid
>>>> recommendation.
>>>>
>>>> The current SelecTracs (nv242) use ATF+4
>>>>
>>>> There hasn't been a drain in Torque Converters for some time. If you
>>>> want to exchange 'all' the fluid you will have to do it 4 quarts at a
>>>> time.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> "Carl" <carlsaiyed@hotmailREMOVE.com> wrote in message
>>>> news:g5OdndNYaKTSzNTYnZ2dnUVZ_uWdnZ2d@comcast.com. ..
>>>>> I'd like to change the serpentine belt on my 2000 XJ 4.0L. Left hand
>>>>> drive, with AC. Is the this belt released with a standard tensioner
>>>>> pulley
>>>>> or is there another method? (Power steering pump bolt?). On my 99 XJ,
>>>>> I
>>>>> had to release the tension with a bolt on the power steering pump.
>>>>>
>>>>> Is the fuel filter still 'lifetime' in the form an in-tank strainer? I
>>>>> can't seem to locate a filter on partsamerica.
>>>>>
>>>>> Also, I'll be changing the trans fluid. Is there a drain bolt for the
>>>>> torque converter? If not, I have devised a plan to change all the
>>>>> fluid.
>>>>> Basically, I'm going to disconnect the stock cooler lines, put the
>>>>> 'out'
>>>>> line into a 2 gal bucket, and fill a 1 gal bucket with ATF. I'll put
>>>>> the
>>>>> 'In' line in that full bucket. Start the Jeep, and let it and cycle
>>>>> the
>>>>> gears untill the 1 gal bucket is nearly full. After that I'll drop the
>>>>> pan
>>>>> and change the filter. Does this sound reasonable?
>>>>>
>>>>> Do the AW4 and NP242 used in 2000 still take Mercon-Dexron III
>>>>>
>>>>> Thanks..
>>>>>
>>>>> Carl
>>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>
>>>
>>
>>
>
>

billy ray

The tranny is normally a closed system, that is, it doesn't normally have to
'lift' fluid more than a few inches. If you have a bucket of ATF on the
floor and your XJ is on ramps then it will have to lift the fluid a couple
feet.

You could put the bucket up at tranny height on top of a box or something...

To prime the hose all you would need do is siphon a bit of ATF through the
suction hose before you connected it.

There are 4 quarts to a gallon so just a bit over 2 gallons total.

Let us know how this goes..


"Carl" <carlsaiyed@hotmailREMOVE.com> wrote in message
news:nNidneLM9e8t4tTYnZ2dnUVZ_rCdnZ2d@comcast.com. ..
> OK, I'll give them a call. Not trying to be rude, but why would the tube
> hieght make a difference? How could I prime the tubing? Is it needed? How
> many quarts are in a gallon anyway?
>
> Carl
>
>
> "billy ray" <billy_ray@SPAMfuse.net> wrote in message
> news:d8383$45497677$422afc51$28674@FUSE.NET...
>> It came with DexronIIE/Mercon but I think Dexron is on the outs now as
>> fluids go... I think it would be best to have the parts guy look up in
>> the computer what fluid is now the current spec...... assuming you want a
>> better fluid if one is available...
>>
>> The transfer case came with either DexronII or ATF+3, the current spec is
>> ATF=4 on the nv242 but I assume you can use any of the above. The
>> capacity is 1.4 qts
>>
>> I suppose using the tranny pump will work.... I'm guessing you'll have to
>> prime the tubing and make sure the height difference isn't too great.
>>
>> The AW4 capacity is 8.25 qts....
>>
>> "Carl" <carlsaiyed@hotmailREMOVE.com> wrote in message
>> news:aP-dnSUh-okR8NTYnZ2dnUVZ_q2dnZ2d@comcast.com...
>>> Thanks for the info, Billy. Using the line in the bucket trick won't
>>> work to exchange all the fluid? I suppose I could just check the
>>> dipstick for the fluid reccomendation...
>>>
>>> Carl
>>>
>>>
>>> "billy ray" <billy_ray@SPAMfuse.net> wrote in message
>>> news:118b5$454969e4$422afc51$26283@FUSE.NET...
>>>> BELT REPLACEMENT OR ADJUSTMENT-LEFT HAND DRIVE
>>>>
>>>> Belt tension is adjusted at the power steering pump bracket and idler
>>>> pulley
>>>> assembly.
>>>>
>>>> (1) Disconnect negative battery cable from battery.
>>>>
>>>> (2) Loosen idler pulley bolt at the power steering bracket (Fig. 53).
>>>>
>>>> (3) Loosen adjusting bolt until belt can be removed from pulleys.
>>>>
>>>> (4) Remove belt.
>>>>
>>>> INSTALLATION
>>>>
>>>> (1) Check condition of all pulleys.
>>>>
>>>> CAUTION: When installing the serpentine accessory drive belt, the belt
>>>> MUST
>>>> be routed correctly. If not, the engine may overheat due to the water
>>>>
>>>> pump rotating in the wrong direction. Refer to (Fig. 47) (Fig. 48)
>>>> (Fig. 49)
>>>> (Fig. 50) for correct belt routing.
>>>>
>>>> (2) Install new belt.
>>>>
>>>> (3) Using serpentine belt tension gauge, tighten adjusting bolt until
>>>> belt
>>>> reaches proper tension. Refer to Belt Tension at the rear of this
>>>> section
>>>> for proper belt tension.
>>>>
>>>> (4) After belt is tensioned correctly, tighten idler pulley bolt to 47
>>>> N·m
>>>> (35 ft. lbs.)
>>>>
>>>> (5) After idler pulley has been tightened into position, recheck belt
>>>> tension. Adjust if necessary.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> I do not know for sure what ATF you should use but the recent TSB on
>>>> ATF+4
>>>> states it is the current fluid spec for all Jeep automatic
>>>> transmissions
>>>> except the AW4, call the dealership for the current spec fluid
>>>> recommendation.
>>>>
>>>> The current SelecTracs (nv242) use ATF+4
>>>>
>>>> There hasn't been a drain in Torque Converters for some time. If you
>>>> want to exchange 'all' the fluid you will have to do it 4 quarts at a
>>>> time.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> "Carl" <carlsaiyed@hotmailREMOVE.com> wrote in message
>>>> news:g5OdndNYaKTSzNTYnZ2dnUVZ_uWdnZ2d@comcast.com. ..
>>>>> I'd like to change the serpentine belt on my 2000 XJ 4.0L. Left hand
>>>>> drive, with AC. Is the this belt released with a standard tensioner
>>>>> pulley
>>>>> or is there another method? (Power steering pump bolt?). On my 99 XJ,
>>>>> I
>>>>> had to release the tension with a bolt on the power steering pump.
>>>>>
>>>>> Is the fuel filter still 'lifetime' in the form an in-tank strainer? I
>>>>> can't seem to locate a filter on partsamerica.
>>>>>
>>>>> Also, I'll be changing the trans fluid. Is there a drain bolt for the
>>>>> torque converter? If not, I have devised a plan to change all the
>>>>> fluid.
>>>>> Basically, I'm going to disconnect the stock cooler lines, put the
>>>>> 'out'
>>>>> line into a 2 gal bucket, and fill a 1 gal bucket with ATF. I'll put
>>>>> the
>>>>> 'In' line in that full bucket. Start the Jeep, and let it and cycle
>>>>> the
>>>>> gears untill the 1 gal bucket is nearly full. After that I'll drop the
>>>>> pan
>>>>> and change the filter. Does this sound reasonable?
>>>>>
>>>>> Do the AW4 and NP242 used in 2000 still take Mercon-Dexron III
>>>>>
>>>>> Thanks..
>>>>>
>>>>> Carl
>>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>
>>>
>>
>>
>
>

billy ray

With your method you could put all 2 gallons in the bucket at once. If the
suction tube is long enough you can put the bucket alongside where you can
watch it....... when the supply bucket is getting low you can stop the
engine.

It would probably be best to buy an extra quart or two and hold them in
reserve in case you have to top off the tranny after the procedure. You can
always return any unused bottles...



"Carl" <carlsaiyed@hotmailREMOVE.com> wrote in message
news:nNidneLM9e8t4tTYnZ2dnUVZ_rCdnZ2d@comcast.com. ..
> OK, I'll give them a call. Not trying to be rude, but why would the tube
> hieght make a difference? How could I prime the tubing? Is it needed? How
> many quarts are in a gallon anyway?
>
> Carl
>
>
> "billy ray" <billy_ray@SPAMfuse.net> wrote in message
> news:d8383$45497677$422afc51$28674@FUSE.NET...
>> It came with DexronIIE/Mercon but I think Dexron is on the outs now as
>> fluids go... I think it would be best to have the parts guy look up in
>> the computer what fluid is now the current spec...... assuming you want a
>> better fluid if one is available...
>>
>> The transfer case came with either DexronII or ATF+3, the current spec is
>> ATF=4 on the nv242 but I assume you can use any of the above. The
>> capacity is 1.4 qts
>>
>> I suppose using the tranny pump will work.... I'm guessing you'll have to
>> prime the tubing and make sure the height difference isn't too great.
>>
>> The AW4 capacity is 8.25 qts....
>>
>> "Carl" <carlsaiyed@hotmailREMOVE.com> wrote in message
>> news:aP-dnSUh-okR8NTYnZ2dnUVZ_q2dnZ2d@comcast.com...
>>> Thanks for the info, Billy. Using the line in the bucket trick won't
>>> work to exchange all the fluid? I suppose I could just check the
>>> dipstick for the fluid reccomendation...
>>>
>>> Carl
>>>
>>>
>>> "billy ray" <billy_ray@SPAMfuse.net> wrote in message
>>> news:118b5$454969e4$422afc51$26283@FUSE.NET...
>>>> BELT REPLACEMENT OR ADJUSTMENT-LEFT HAND DRIVE
>>>>
>>>> Belt tension is adjusted at the power steering pump bracket and idler
>>>> pulley
>>>> assembly.
>>>>
>>>> (1) Disconnect negative battery cable from battery.
>>>>
>>>> (2) Loosen idler pulley bolt at the power steering bracket (Fig. 53).
>>>>
>>>> (3) Loosen adjusting bolt until belt can be removed from pulleys.
>>>>
>>>> (4) Remove belt.
>>>>
>>>> INSTALLATION
>>>>
>>>> (1) Check condition of all pulleys.
>>>>
>>>> CAUTION: When installing the serpentine accessory drive belt, the belt
>>>> MUST
>>>> be routed correctly. If not, the engine may overheat due to the water
>>>>
>>>> pump rotating in the wrong direction. Refer to (Fig. 47) (Fig. 48)
>>>> (Fig. 49)
>>>> (Fig. 50) for correct belt routing.
>>>>
>>>> (2) Install new belt.
>>>>
>>>> (3) Using serpentine belt tension gauge, tighten adjusting bolt until
>>>> belt
>>>> reaches proper tension. Refer to Belt Tension at the rear of this
>>>> section
>>>> for proper belt tension.
>>>>
>>>> (4) After belt is tensioned correctly, tighten idler pulley bolt to 47
>>>> N·m
>>>> (35 ft. lbs.)
>>>>
>>>> (5) After idler pulley has been tightened into position, recheck belt
>>>> tension. Adjust if necessary.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> I do not know for sure what ATF you should use but the recent TSB on
>>>> ATF+4
>>>> states it is the current fluid spec for all Jeep automatic
>>>> transmissions
>>>> except the AW4, call the dealership for the current spec fluid
>>>> recommendation.
>>>>
>>>> The current SelecTracs (nv242) use ATF+4
>>>>
>>>> There hasn't been a drain in Torque Converters for some time. If you
>>>> want to exchange 'all' the fluid you will have to do it 4 quarts at a
>>>> time.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> "Carl" <carlsaiyed@hotmailREMOVE.com> wrote in message
>>>> news:g5OdndNYaKTSzNTYnZ2dnUVZ_uWdnZ2d@comcast.com. ..
>>>>> I'd like to change the serpentine belt on my 2000 XJ 4.0L. Left hand
>>>>> drive, with AC. Is the this belt released with a standard tensioner
>>>>> pulley
>>>>> or is there another method? (Power steering pump bolt?). On my 99 XJ,
>>>>> I
>>>>> had to release the tension with a bolt on the power steering pump.
>>>>>
>>>>> Is the fuel filter still 'lifetime' in the form an in-tank strainer? I
>>>>> can't seem to locate a filter on partsamerica.
>>>>>
>>>>> Also, I'll be changing the trans fluid. Is there a drain bolt for the
>>>>> torque converter? If not, I have devised a plan to change all the
>>>>> fluid.
>>>>> Basically, I'm going to disconnect the stock cooler lines, put the
>>>>> 'out'
>>>>> line into a 2 gal bucket, and fill a 1 gal bucket with ATF. I'll put
>>>>> the
>>>>> 'In' line in that full bucket. Start the Jeep, and let it and cycle
>>>>> the
>>>>> gears untill the 1 gal bucket is nearly full. After that I'll drop the
>>>>> pan
>>>>> and change the filter. Does this sound reasonable?
>>>>>
>>>>> Do the AW4 and NP242 used in 2000 still take Mercon-Dexron III
>>>>>
>>>>> Thanks..
>>>>>
>>>>> Carl
>>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>
>>>
>>
>>
>
>

billy ray

With your method you could put all 2 gallons in the bucket at once. If the
suction tube is long enough you can put the bucket alongside where you can
watch it....... when the supply bucket is getting low you can stop the
engine.

It would probably be best to buy an extra quart or two and hold them in
reserve in case you have to top off the tranny after the procedure. You can
always return any unused bottles...



"Carl" <carlsaiyed@hotmailREMOVE.com> wrote in message
news:nNidneLM9e8t4tTYnZ2dnUVZ_rCdnZ2d@comcast.com. ..
> OK, I'll give them a call. Not trying to be rude, but why would the tube
> hieght make a difference? How could I prime the tubing? Is it needed? How
> many quarts are in a gallon anyway?
>
> Carl
>
>
> "billy ray" <billy_ray@SPAMfuse.net> wrote in message
> news:d8383$45497677$422afc51$28674@FUSE.NET...
>> It came with DexronIIE/Mercon but I think Dexron is on the outs now as
>> fluids go... I think it would be best to have the parts guy look up in
>> the computer what fluid is now the current spec...... assuming you want a
>> better fluid if one is available...
>>
>> The transfer case came with either DexronII or ATF+3, the current spec is
>> ATF=4 on the nv242 but I assume you can use any of the above. The
>> capacity is 1.4 qts
>>
>> I suppose using the tranny pump will work.... I'm guessing you'll have to
>> prime the tubing and make sure the height difference isn't too great.
>>
>> The AW4 capacity is 8.25 qts....
>>
>> "Carl" <carlsaiyed@hotmailREMOVE.com> wrote in message
>> news:aP-dnSUh-okR8NTYnZ2dnUVZ_q2dnZ2d@comcast.com...
>>> Thanks for the info, Billy. Using the line in the bucket trick won't
>>> work to exchange all the fluid? I suppose I could just check the
>>> dipstick for the fluid reccomendation...
>>>
>>> Carl
>>>
>>>
>>> "billy ray" <billy_ray@SPAMfuse.net> wrote in message
>>> news:118b5$454969e4$422afc51$26283@FUSE.NET...
>>>> BELT REPLACEMENT OR ADJUSTMENT-LEFT HAND DRIVE
>>>>
>>>> Belt tension is adjusted at the power steering pump bracket and idler
>>>> pulley
>>>> assembly.
>>>>
>>>> (1) Disconnect negative battery cable from battery.
>>>>
>>>> (2) Loosen idler pulley bolt at the power steering bracket (Fig. 53).
>>>>
>>>> (3) Loosen adjusting bolt until belt can be removed from pulleys.
>>>>
>>>> (4) Remove belt.
>>>>
>>>> INSTALLATION
>>>>
>>>> (1) Check condition of all pulleys.
>>>>
>>>> CAUTION: When installing the serpentine accessory drive belt, the belt
>>>> MUST
>>>> be routed correctly. If not, the engine may overheat due to the water
>>>>
>>>> pump rotating in the wrong direction. Refer to (Fig. 47) (Fig. 48)
>>>> (Fig. 49)
>>>> (Fig. 50) for correct belt routing.
>>>>
>>>> (2) Install new belt.
>>>>
>>>> (3) Using serpentine belt tension gauge, tighten adjusting bolt until
>>>> belt
>>>> reaches proper tension. Refer to Belt Tension at the rear of this
>>>> section
>>>> for proper belt tension.
>>>>
>>>> (4) After belt is tensioned correctly, tighten idler pulley bolt to 47
>>>> N·m
>>>> (35 ft. lbs.)
>>>>
>>>> (5) After idler pulley has been tightened into position, recheck belt
>>>> tension. Adjust if necessary.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> I do not know for sure what ATF you should use but the recent TSB on
>>>> ATF+4
>>>> states it is the current fluid spec for all Jeep automatic
>>>> transmissions
>>>> except the AW4, call the dealership for the current spec fluid
>>>> recommendation.
>>>>
>>>> The current SelecTracs (nv242) use ATF+4
>>>>
>>>> There hasn't been a drain in Torque Converters for some time. If you
>>>> want to exchange 'all' the fluid you will have to do it 4 quarts at a
>>>> time.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> "Carl" <carlsaiyed@hotmailREMOVE.com> wrote in message
>>>> news:g5OdndNYaKTSzNTYnZ2dnUVZ_uWdnZ2d@comcast.com. ..
>>>>> I'd like to change the serpentine belt on my 2000 XJ 4.0L. Left hand
>>>>> drive, with AC. Is the this belt released with a standard tensioner
>>>>> pulley
>>>>> or is there another method? (Power steering pump bolt?). On my 99 XJ,
>>>>> I
>>>>> had to release the tension with a bolt on the power steering pump.
>>>>>
>>>>> Is the fuel filter still 'lifetime' in the form an in-tank strainer? I
>>>>> can't seem to locate a filter on partsamerica.
>>>>>
>>>>> Also, I'll be changing the trans fluid. Is there a drain bolt for the
>>>>> torque converter? If not, I have devised a plan to change all the
>>>>> fluid.
>>>>> Basically, I'm going to disconnect the stock cooler lines, put the
>>>>> 'out'
>>>>> line into a 2 gal bucket, and fill a 1 gal bucket with ATF. I'll put
>>>>> the
>>>>> 'In' line in that full bucket. Start the Jeep, and let it and cycle
>>>>> the
>>>>> gears untill the 1 gal bucket is nearly full. After that I'll drop the
>>>>> pan
>>>>> and change the filter. Does this sound reasonable?
>>>>>
>>>>> Do the AW4 and NP242 used in 2000 still take Mercon-Dexron III
>>>>>
>>>>> Thanks..
>>>>>
>>>>> Carl
>>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>
>>>
>>
>>
>
>

billy ray

With your method you could put all 2 gallons in the bucket at once. If the
suction tube is long enough you can put the bucket alongside where you can
watch it....... when the supply bucket is getting low you can stop the
engine.

It would probably be best to buy an extra quart or two and hold them in
reserve in case you have to top off the tranny after the procedure. You can
always return any unused bottles...



"Carl" <carlsaiyed@hotmailREMOVE.com> wrote in message
news:nNidneLM9e8t4tTYnZ2dnUVZ_rCdnZ2d@comcast.com. ..
> OK, I'll give them a call. Not trying to be rude, but why would the tube
> hieght make a difference? How could I prime the tubing? Is it needed? How
> many quarts are in a gallon anyway?
>
> Carl
>
>
> "billy ray" <billy_ray@SPAMfuse.net> wrote in message
> news:d8383$45497677$422afc51$28674@FUSE.NET...
>> It came with DexronIIE/Mercon but I think Dexron is on the outs now as
>> fluids go... I think it would be best to have the parts guy look up in
>> the computer what fluid is now the current spec...... assuming you want a
>> better fluid if one is available...
>>
>> The transfer case came with either DexronII or ATF+3, the current spec is
>> ATF=4 on the nv242 but I assume you can use any of the above. The
>> capacity is 1.4 qts
>>
>> I suppose using the tranny pump will work.... I'm guessing you'll have to
>> prime the tubing and make sure the height difference isn't too great.
>>
>> The AW4 capacity is 8.25 qts....
>>
>> "Carl" <carlsaiyed@hotmailREMOVE.com> wrote in message
>> news:aP-dnSUh-okR8NTYnZ2dnUVZ_q2dnZ2d@comcast.com...
>>> Thanks for the info, Billy. Using the line in the bucket trick won't
>>> work to exchange all the fluid? I suppose I could just check the
>>> dipstick for the fluid reccomendation...
>>>
>>> Carl
>>>
>>>
>>> "billy ray" <billy_ray@SPAMfuse.net> wrote in message
>>> news:118b5$454969e4$422afc51$26283@FUSE.NET...
>>>> BELT REPLACEMENT OR ADJUSTMENT-LEFT HAND DRIVE
>>>>
>>>> Belt tension is adjusted at the power steering pump bracket and idler
>>>> pulley
>>>> assembly.
>>>>
>>>> (1) Disconnect negative battery cable from battery.
>>>>
>>>> (2) Loosen idler pulley bolt at the power steering bracket (Fig. 53).
>>>>
>>>> (3) Loosen adjusting bolt until belt can be removed from pulleys.
>>>>
>>>> (4) Remove belt.
>>>>
>>>> INSTALLATION
>>>>
>>>> (1) Check condition of all pulleys.
>>>>
>>>> CAUTION: When installing the serpentine accessory drive belt, the belt
>>>> MUST
>>>> be routed correctly. If not, the engine may overheat due to the water
>>>>
>>>> pump rotating in the wrong direction. Refer to (Fig. 47) (Fig. 48)
>>>> (Fig. 49)
>>>> (Fig. 50) for correct belt routing.
>>>>
>>>> (2) Install new belt.
>>>>
>>>> (3) Using serpentine belt tension gauge, tighten adjusting bolt until
>>>> belt
>>>> reaches proper tension. Refer to Belt Tension at the rear of this
>>>> section
>>>> for proper belt tension.
>>>>
>>>> (4) After belt is tensioned correctly, tighten idler pulley bolt to 47
>>>> N·m
>>>> (35 ft. lbs.)
>>>>
>>>> (5) After idler pulley has been tightened into position, recheck belt
>>>> tension. Adjust if necessary.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> I do not know for sure what ATF you should use but the recent TSB on
>>>> ATF+4
>>>> states it is the current fluid spec for all Jeep automatic
>>>> transmissions
>>>> except the AW4, call the dealership for the current spec fluid
>>>> recommendation.
>>>>
>>>> The current SelecTracs (nv242) use ATF+4
>>>>
>>>> There hasn't been a drain in Torque Converters for some time. If you
>>>> want to exchange 'all' the fluid you will have to do it 4 quarts at a
>>>> time.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> "Carl" <carlsaiyed@hotmailREMOVE.com> wrote in message
>>>> news:g5OdndNYaKTSzNTYnZ2dnUVZ_uWdnZ2d@comcast.com. ..
>>>>> I'd like to change the serpentine belt on my 2000 XJ 4.0L. Left hand
>>>>> drive, with AC. Is the this belt released with a standard tensioner
>>>>> pulley
>>>>> or is there another method? (Power steering pump bolt?). On my 99 XJ,
>>>>> I
>>>>> had to release the tension with a bolt on the power steering pump.
>>>>>
>>>>> Is the fuel filter still 'lifetime' in the form an in-tank strainer? I
>>>>> can't seem to locate a filter on partsamerica.
>>>>>
>>>>> Also, I'll be changing the trans fluid. Is there a drain bolt for the
>>>>> torque converter? If not, I have devised a plan to change all the
>>>>> fluid.
>>>>> Basically, I'm going to disconnect the stock cooler lines, put the
>>>>> 'out'
>>>>> line into a 2 gal bucket, and fill a 1 gal bucket with ATF. I'll put
>>>>> the
>>>>> 'In' line in that full bucket. Start the Jeep, and let it and cycle
>>>>> the
>>>>> gears untill the 1 gal bucket is nearly full. After that I'll drop the
>>>>> pan
>>>>> and change the filter. Does this sound reasonable?
>>>>>
>>>>> Do the AW4 and NP242 used in 2000 still take Mercon-Dexron III
>>>>>
>>>>> Thanks..
>>>>>
>>>>> Carl
>>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>
>>>
>>
>>
>
>