Jeep pick-ups: gasoline engines - service & repair manuals

New Hemi Engines (2003-Present) : How to Rebuild - 5.7 L, 6.1 L, 6.2 L Supercharged & 6.4 L Engines

This manual covers the rebuilding of Hemi Gen III engines, including the 5.7L, 6.1L, 6.2L supercharged, and 6.4L models from 2003 onward. These engines power vehicles such as the Challenger, Charger, Magnum, 300C, Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee, and Ram trucks.

Larry Shepard provides clear step-by-step instructions for every stage of the rebuilding process. Before disassembly, he explains how to perform compression and leak-down tests to assess engine condition. Detailed guidance on teardown and inspection helps identify and address potential issues.

The book offers expert advice on selecting the best replacement parts, whether using OEM components or high-performance upgrades. It also includes key information on modern machining techniques to ensure the engine block, cylinder heads, intake, and other surfaces are restored to factory specifications.

Precise instructions cover cylinder head assembly, clearance measurements, and test fitting to confirm all components meet specifications. Finally, the manual provides a complete guide to assembling all parts into a fully rebuilt engine.

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Jeep 4.0 Engines - How to Rebuild and Modify (1986-2006)

S-A Workbench manual for the complete rebuild of Jeep 4.0 L 6-cylinder gasoline engines from 1986-2006, as used in the Jeep Cherokee, Grand Cherokee, Wagoneer, Comanche and Wrangler.

• Step-by-step instructions and hundreds of photos clearly describe the work on the Jeep 4.0 L petrol engines.
• Chapters on planning, disassembly and inspection, cleaning, choosing the right parts, machining, assembling the 6-cylinder engine, first start and running-in.
• The engine block, crankshaft and pistons, lubrication system, camshafts, cylinder heads, valve train, ignition, fuel system and carburetors are discussed.
• Complete with adjustment data, such as valve clearance and tightening torques.
• This book also contains useful advice for improving reliability and performance.

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1983-1987 Jeep Throttle Body Fuel Injection - Component Service Manual

Official factory workshop manual (reprint) for maintenance, repair and adjustment of the injection system of the 1.4, 1.7 and 2.46 L petrol engines.

Models: 1983-1987 Jeep Cherokee, CJ5, CJ7, Scrambler, J10, J20, Wagoneer, Grand Wagoneer, Comanche and Wrangler.

• High-quality reprint, licensed by Chrysler.
• Detailed instructions with drawings, photos and specifications.
• This is the same technical manual as was used in the Jeep dealer's workshop at the time.
• Jeep reference: 8980-010-380.

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1984-1988 Jeep 4.0 / 4.2L Six Cylinder Engine - Component Service Manual

Official factory workshop manual (reprint) for maintenance, repair and overhaul of Jeep 4.0 and 4.2 L 6-cylinder petrol engines.

Models: 1984-1988 Jeep Eagle, CJ7, Grand Wagoneer, J10, J20, Scrambler, Wagoneer, Cherokee, Comanche and Wrangler.

• High-quality reprint, licensed by Chrysler.
• Detailed instructions with drawings, photos and specifications.
• This is the same technical manual as was used in the Jeep dealer's workshop at the time.
• Jeep reference: MOT. I-6 / 8980-010-422.

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1996-1997 Dodge Trucks / Jeep - Powertrain Diagnostic Procedures Manual

Official factory workshop manual (reprint) for diagnosing electronic malfunctions of powertrain components..

Engines: 2.5 L, 3.9 L, 4.0 L, 5.2 L, 5.9 L and 8.0 L (SFI, CNG and diesel).

Models:
- 1996-1997 Dodge Ram 1500, Ram 2500, Ram 3500 and Dakota
- 1996-1997 Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee
- 1997 Jeep Wrangler.

• Clear, very comprehensive instructions with drawings, photos and specifications.
• High-quality reprint, licensed by Chrysler.
• This is the same technical manual as was used in the Dodge dealer's workshop at the time. Chrysler reference: 81-699-95208.

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AMC V-8 Engines (1966-1991) - How to Rebuild & Modify

The AMC Gen II and Gen III V-8 family consists of 290-, 304-, 343-, 360-, 390-, and 401-ci engines. Manufactured in Kenosha, Wisconsin, these engines reside in classic cars (such as the AMC Javelin, AMX, Gremlin, AMC Rebel Machine, Matador, and Rambler and SC/Rambler) as well as Jeep CJs and full-size Jeeps.

If this is your first time rebuilding an AMC engine, this book contains detailed photos and instructions beginning with disassembling your engine and determining the machining that will be needed.
All of the fine details about boring and honing, crankshaft grinding, balancing, cylinder head rebuilding, engine assembly, oil modifications, and performance upgrades are detailed with photos.
Many of the specialized machining steps that are needed for a performance build that your local machine shop might not know about are included in this book.

This book not only shows the steps of a rebuild in detail but also helps you determine what kind of build is right for your project. It will assist you in making the correct decisions on compression ratio, camshaft selection, and which performance parts are needed.
Many engine replacement parts are getting hard to find, so this book reveals some of the aftermarket and restoration companies that specialize in remaking AMC engine parts. Items such as camshafts, forged pistons, connecting rods, and cylinder head manufacturers are covered.

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New Hemi Engines (2003 to Present) : How to Build Max Performance

This book provides a detailed guide to the New Hemi engine, powering the Challenger, Charger, Ram trucks, and other Chrysler vehicles with at least one horsepower per cubic inch. Introduced in 2003, it is available in 5.7-, 6.1-, 6.2-, and 6.4-liter versions.

With the Hellcat and Demon 6.2-liter supercharged engines, Chrysler produced the highest-horsepower production V8s at 707 and 840 hp. This third-generation Hemi is regarded as the most powerful and buildable pushrod V8 on the market.

Mopar expert Larry Shepard presents up-to-date modification techniques and products to increase performance. The book covers porting and modifying stock Hemi heads, aftermarket head options, supercharger selection and installation, camshaft choice, crankshafts, H- and I-beam connecting rods, intake and fuel systems, ignition, exhaust, and other essential components.

This guide helps owners achieve maximum performance while maintaining reliability, making it a definitive resource for New Hemi enthusiasts.

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