The service and repair manual for the 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee — 4.0L I6 and 5.2L V8 engines, 2 trims. Matched to this exact model year, so the specifications and sequences are the ones Jeep published for your car, not figures carried over from a neighbouring year.
01 / FitmentWhat this manual covers
| Model year | 1996 |
|---|---|
| Engines | 4.0L I6 — OHV 5.2L V8 — OHV |
| Trims | Laredo · Limited |
| Federal record | 7 recalls · 1,250 complaints · 78 technical service bulletins (refreshed 2026-08-21) |
02 / InsideSample pages from the 1996 Grand Cherokee manual
03 / ContentsSections in the manual
- Quick Lookups 95
- General Information 1,445
- Accessories & Equipment 339
- Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 151
- Body & Frame 230
- Maintenance 69
- Brakes 196
- Restraints 91
- Drivelines & Axles 72
- Steering 141
- Electrical 150
- Suspension 43
- Engine Mechanical 127
- Transmission 243
- Engine Performance 929
- Axle Nut/Hub Nut 175
04 / Known issuesRecalls on federal record for the 1996 Grand Cherokee
- Fuel System, Gasoline — storage › tank assembly · 13V252000A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 06E022000Loss of brake fluid can lead to a decrease in brake line pressure and an increase in stopping distan.
- Electrical System — wiring › fuses and circuit breakers · 95V193000Improper clamping can result in arcing at the connection potentially causing a fire in the engine co.
- Exterior Lighting — headlights · 09E025000Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic — foundation components › disc › rotor · 00V136000The reduced strength can allow the cast iron wear surface to separate from the hub, reducing the bra.
- Fuel System, Gasoline — delivery › fuel pump · 03E001000The pressure in the fuel system may exceed the limits of the fuel system components, possibly creati.
- Exterior Lighting · 09E012000Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Owners have filed 1,250 complaints and Jeep has issued 78 technical service bulletins for the 1996 Grand Cherokee. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures behind these systems.
FAQQuestions about the 1996 Grand Cherokee manual
Is this manual specific to the 1996 Grand Cherokee?
Yes. It is the OEM manual matched to the 1996 model year, covering the 4.0L I6 and 5.2L V8 across the Laredo, Limited trims. Specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Jeep published for this year.
What 1996 Grand Cherokee problems does it help with?
7 recalls are on federal record for the 1996 Grand Cherokee, covering fuel system, gasoline, service brakes, hydraulic, electrical system. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures for those systems; the recall repairs themselves are done free by Jeep dealers.
Does it include 1996 Grand Cherokee wiring diagrams?
Yes — the complete wiring diagrams for the 1996 build, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostics.
Is it a subscription?
No. $29.99 once and the manual is yours. It is a digital manual — nothing ships; access details arrive by email after checkout and it works on any device.
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