Description
The Wrangler (TJ) was introduced in mid 1996 as a 1997 model.
Check out Todd Murray's
TJ FAQ.
Also, check out Larry Soo's most excellent
Wrangler
(YJ) FAQ.
Drive Train
The TJ comes with the
2.5L
engine standard and the
4.0L
optionally.
The AX-5 is used with the 2.5L engine
and the AX-15 is used with the 4.0L
engine. Two 3 speed automatics are optional, the TF 904 comes with
the 2.5L engine and the TF 999 comes with the 4.0L engine. The
NP-231 (or NV for New Venture) transfer
case comes with all models.
The front axle is a reverse cut Dana 30
and the rear axle is a Dana 35c and
the Dana 44 is the optional rear axle.
Production Information
Year |
Serial Number Range |
Production |
1997 |
xxx - xxx |
ppp |
1998 |
xxx - xxx |
ppp |
Serial Number Locations
Serial numbers are located on the . . .