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1996 Jeep® Grand Cherokee Technical Specifications

 

Powertrain

Engine
4.0-liter OHV I-6 5.2-liter OHV V8
Horsepower, net brake @ rpm 185 @ 4600 220 @ 4400
Torque, net lb-ft @ rpm 220 @ 2400 300 @ 3200
Displacement, cc (cu in) 3956 (242) 5218 (318)
Bore x Stroke, mm (in) 98.4 (3.88) x 86.7 (3.41) 99.3 (3.91) x 84.1 (3.31)
Compression Ratio 8.8:1 8.9:1
Fuel System Sequential multi-point electronic fuel injection
Transmission 4-speed automatic with overdrive and lockup torque converter, electronically controlled
Gear Ratios, :1 4.0-litre OHV I-6 5.2-litre OHV V8
1st
 2.74 2.45
2nd
 1.54 1.45
3rd
 1.00 1.00
4th (O.D.)
 0.69 0.69
Reverse
 2.20 2.20
Axle Ratio, :1
Standard (Optional)
3.55 (3.73) 3.73

 

Four-Wheel Drive System

Selec-Trac®
Full-time, 2-speed with shift-on-the-fly capability; includes low range (2.72:1); allows for 2- or 4-wheel drive mode, part or full-time 4-wheel drive; single lever transfer case mode operation
Quadra-Trac® On-demand 4WD system with viscous coupling and variable power delivery capability features; includes low range (2.72:1); single lever transfer case mode operation

 

Electrical Systems (12-Volt)

Alternator
117 amps, (136 amps-opt. on Limited and Orvis Edition)
Battery 600 cold-crank amps

 

Body/Suspension/Chassis

Body Design
UniFrame construction--Body sheet metal and frame structural members welded and bonded into a single unit
Front Suspension Solid axle with 4 locating arms, coil springs, track and stabilizer bars, steering damper and deflective disc, gas-charged shock absorbers; dead axle on two-wheel drive models; Quadra-Trac 4WD-equipped models feature constant velocity joints; 2500- to 2750-lb Gross Axle Weight Rating
Rear Suspension Solid axle with 4 locating arms, coil springs, track and stabilizer bars, deflective disc gas-charged shock absorbers; 2950-lb Gross Axle Weight Rating
Trac-Lok Rear Differential Rear axle differential that locks in response to wheel slippage; includes heat resistant synthetic axle lubricant
Steering Power-assisted, recirculating ball, 12.7:1 ratio (Speed proportional on Limited and Orvis Edition)
Turns 3.2, lock-to-lock
Turning Diameter 37.5 ft, curb-to-curb  
Brake System Front--Hydraulic, power-assisted low-drag ventilated disc brakes; composite steel; ll.2-in rotor diameter  
  Rear--Hydraulic, power-assisted low-drag disc brakes; composite steel; 11.2-in rotor diameter  
  Anti-lock brake system (Teves Mark IV-G) Three-channel four-wheel with four wheel speed sensors
 

 

Interior Dimensions

Headroom (Front/Rear)
38.9/39.0
Legroom (Front/Rear) 40.9/35.7
Shoulder Room (Front/Rear) 58.3/57.6
Hiproom (Front/Rear) 57.8/49.3
Interior Volume  
Cargo Volume (Rear Seat Up/Rear Seat Folded)
 40.9/79.3
Seating Capacity
 5

 

Exterior Dimensions

Length
Wheelbase
 105.9
Overall Length
 177.2
Overhang Front/Rear 31.9/39.3
Width  
Tread, Front/Rear
 58.0/58.0
Overall Width (at B-pillar)
 69.3
Height 64.9
Ground Clearance  
Angle of Approach/Angle of Departure
 36.8°/29.6°
Breakover Angle
 17°
Axle to Ground, Front/Rear (at curb weight)
  
with P215/75R15 tires
 8.0/8.3
with P225/75R15 tires
 8.3/8.5
with P225/70R16 tires
 8.1/7.6
with P245/70R15 tires
 8.8/8.6
Minimum Running Ground Clearance
 7.58
Equipped with Up Country Suspension Group
 8.0

 

Capacities/Weights

Fuel Tank, gal (L)
23 (86)
Cooling System, qt (L) 4.0L/5.2L 9.3 (8.8)/14.9 (14.1)
Base Curb Weight, lbs  
4.0L (2WD/4WD)
 3582/3740
5.2L (4WD)
 3931
Payload Capacity, lbs (with all occupants and cargo) 1150
Maximum Gross Vehicle Weight Rating, lbs  
4.0L (2WD/4WD)
 4950/5300
5.2L (4WD)
 5500

 

CAUTION: Never overload your vehicle beyond these design capacities. Chrysler Corporation cannot be held responsible for brake performance if the Jeep vehicle and trailer hydraulic brake systems are in any way connected. A separate brake system for all trailers weighing over 1000 pounds gross is recommended. (State laws should be checked for trailer brake requirements.)

 

Towing Data

TRAILER GROUP INCLUDES:
TRAILER TOW PREP GROUP
Optional with
I-6 engine
Standard with
V8 engine		 TRAILER TOW GROUP
CLASS III
Optional with
I-6 engine only		 TRAILER TOW GROUP
CLASS IV
Optional with V8
engine only
Hitch Not included Load-equalizing hitch receptacle Load-equalizing hitch receptacle
Wiring Harness Not included 7 to 4 pin connector 7 to 4 pin connector
Rear Axle -- Axle Ratio 3.73 3.73 3.73
Radiator Heavy-duty Heavy-duty Standard
Transmission Oil Cooler Auxiliary Auxiliary Standard
Fan Drive Special Special Standard
Maximum Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) Four-Wheel Drive   9,550 lb 10,500 lb
Tongue Load Limits (max)   750 lb 750 lb
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight   5,000 lb 6,500 lb
Trailer Frontal Area Limitation   64 square feet with 5,000-lb trailer; maximum trailer length 25 ft; trailer sway control required 64 square feet with 6,500-lb trailer; maximum trailer length 30 ft; trailer sway control required

NOTE: Class III and Class IV Trailer Tow Prep Groups are also available without load-equalizing hitch receptacle and wiring harness.
CAUTION: See your dealer for additional equipment needs.

*TOWING RESTRICTION: Trailer frontal area limitation of 64 square feet with 5000-lb trailer (Class III) or 6500-lb (Class IV) trailer; maximum trailer length 25 ft (Class III) or 30 ft (Class IV); trailer sway control and low profile mirrors recommended.

This chart is meant to serve as a quick and easy reference guide on how to properly equip your Jeep Grand Cherokee for towing. For specific details and recommendations, however, discuss your plans with your Jeep dealer, who will help you select the right equipment to meet your specifications.

 

CAUTION: See your dealer for additional equipment needs. See the Owner's Manual for important information regarding proper operation of this vehicle.

Jeep® Grand Cherokee Equipment

 

Functional

Laredo Limited Orvis Edition
Brakes
Four-wheel disc anti-lock brake system
 S S S
Dynamic Side Impact Protection
S S S
Engine
4.0-litre (242 CID) 185 hp I-6
 S S S
5.2 litre (318 CID) 220 hp V8; includes Quadra-Trac, Trailer Tow Prep Group, and requires a minimum P225 tire size
 O O O
Exhaust System
Stainless steel
 S S S
Fog Lamp/Skid Plate Group
Includes fog lamps (standard on Limited and Orvis Edition) and underbody skid plates for the transfer case, fuel tank, and front suspension (4WD only; not available on Limited with 5.2L engine)
 O O -
Suspension -- Quadra-Coil(TM)
S S S
Up Country Suspension Group (Laredo)
Includes P245/70Rl5 Goodyear Wrangler® GSA compound tread, all-terrain outlined white letter tires; protective skid plates for front suspension, transfer case, and fuel tank; high-pressure gas-charged shock absorbers; tow hooks (2 front and 1 rea r); unique springs and jounce bumpers (approx. 1" higher ride height); and full-size spare tire with matching wheel (requires 4WD)
 O - -
Sound Insulation
Extra quiet for floor, doors, quarter and trim panels, liftgate, hood, roof pillars; heat bondable and adhesive backed mastic and asphaltic undercoating
S S S
Speed Control
With steering wheel-mounted controls
 S S S
Steering
Power assist (with speed-proportional feature on Limited and Orvis Edition)
 S S S
Tires
P215/75R15 Goodyear Wrangler® AP all-weather black sidewall (4)
 S - -
P225/75R15 all-season outlined white letter (4) (included with 5.2L on Laredo)
O - -
P225/75R15 Goodyear Wrangler all-terrain outlined white letter (4)
 O - -
P245/70R15 Goodyear Wrangler GS-A all-terrain outlined white letter unidirectional, compound tread (5) (available as part of the Up Country Suspension Group only) (includes matching fifth wheel)
 O - -
P225/70R16 Goodyear Eagle® LS all-weather performance outlined white letter (4)
 - S -
P225/70R16 Goodyear Wrangler HP all-terrain outlined white letter (5)
 - P S
Full-diameter compact limited-duty spare, inside-mounted with cover
 S S -
Full-size spare (replaces compact limited-duty spare; includes matching fifth wheel)
 O O S
Spare Tire Cover
Color-keyed vinyl with zippered storage pocket
 S S -
Saddle and Moss Green with Roan Red accents, storage pocket and storage net
 - - S
Trac-Lok Rear Differential
For added traction and control, includes synthetic lube axle
 O O O
Transfer Case: (4WD Models)
Selec-Trac full-time 4WD (no-charge option on Limited and Orvis Edition) (not available with 5.2L)
S O O
Quadra-Trac on-demand 4WD
 O S S
Transmission
4-speed automatic with overdrive on/off switch and brake/shift interlock feature
 S S S
Up Country Suspension Group
Includes unique ront and rear jounce bumpers, skid plates, high-pressure gas-charged shock absorbers, three tow hooks (two front and one rear), conventional spare tire with matching fifth wheel and P245/70R15 tires (Set of five). Must have 4WD
 O - -
Includes skid plates, high-pressured gas-charged shock absorbers, three tow hooks (two front and one rear), full-size spare tire with matching fifth wheel and P225/70R16 tires (Set of five). Must have 4WD
 - O S
Wheels
15"x7" Sport cast aluminum (4)
 S - -
16"x7" Luxury cast aluminum (4 on Limited, 5 with Moss Green painted accents on Orvis Edition)
 - S S
Wiper/Washer
Windshield, with speed-sensitive variable intermittent feature
 S S S
Rear window with fixed intermittent feature
 S S S

 

Exterior

Laredo Limited Orvis
Edition
Bike Carrier M M M
Body Stripes
Accent color, painted (gold-painted on Limited, Director Red and Gold on Orvis Edition)
S S S
Bumper Fascias
Argent
 S - -
Body-color
 - S S
Rear bumper step pad, black
 S S S
Cladding, Protective Lower Bodyside
Argent, includes argent rocker panel cover
 S - -
Body-color
 - S S
Glass
Tinted, all windows
 S S S
Sunscreen deep-tinted from B-pillar rearward on side and liftgate glass
 O S S
Lighting
Aero-design halogen headlights
 S S S
Rear center high-mounted stop lamp
 S S S
Fog lamps, front fascia-mounted, integral design
 O S S
Mirrors
Left/right, power remote-control, heated, foldaway with memory (Driver-side electrochromic on Limited and Orvis Edition)
 S S S
Moldings
Black, windshield, door, side window, and liftgate surround
 S S S
Roof Rack
Adjustable, 150-lb capacity
 S S S
Ski Carrier
M M M
Spare Tire Carrier
Outside
 M M M

 

Interior

Laredo Limited Orvis
Edition
Air Bags
Driver and front passenger Always wear your seat belts.
 S S S
Air Conditioning
Manual control
S - -
Automatic temperature control
 - S S
Cargo Cover
Retractable
 S S S
Console
Full floor--Includes armrest, storage bin, and dual front and rear cup holders
S S S
Overhead--Features display for ambient temperature (in Fahrenheit or Celsius) with "ice" warning feature; map reading lights for front and rear passengers; trip computer with eight-point compass, average and instantaneous fuel economy and distance-to-empty data (mini console with sunroof)
 O S S
Door Locks
Rear, child-protection
S S S
Door Trim
Highland Grain vinyl upper, carpeted front door lower with storage pocket
 S - -
Oxford Burl woodgrain Accent, Highland Grain vinyl upper, carpeted front door lower with storage pocket
 - S S
Floor Covering
Color-keyed carpeting, passenger and cargo areas
 S S S
Graphic Display Module
4WD models, lighted vehicle outline, shows transfer case mode
 S S S
Vehicle Information Center--Displays time and date; warns of door or liftgate ajar, taillamp failure, turn signal on, check battery and oil, washer fluid or coolant levels; displays vehicle service reminders/distance to service; displays transfer case mode (included in Luxury Group)
 O S S
Heater/Defroster
Outside air climate control system with power ventilation, rear area heating/cooling ducts, side window defrosters
 S S S
Rear window defroster with timer feature
 S S S
HomeLink®
Integrated into driver's sun visor, features three independently programmable transmitter buttons for garage doors/gates or other remote-controlled security systems
 - S S
Illuminated Entry
S S S
Instrumentation
Tachometer, voltmeter, oil pressure and engine coolant temperature gauges, trip odometer, speedometer, fuel gauge with low-fuel warning light
 S S S
Instrument Panel
Cigarette lighter, plus a dedicated auxiliary power access with battery feed
S S S
Locking glove box with light and valet key
 S S S
Interior Lighting
Includes ashtray and cigarette lighter light, dome/map light, cargo area light with on/off switch, courtesy lights, underhood light, glove box light, ignition switch ring lamp; dome and map reading lights, illuminated entry and power window/door lock controls
 S S S
Courtesy lamps on front door
 - S S
Jeep Memory System
Memory feature for 2 different drivers, controls position of outside power mirrors, driver's seat position (10-way, including lumbar, and recline) and radio station presets (10 AM and 10 FM); operated by remote keyless entry or by switches located on driver's door panel
 - S S
Luxury Group
Includes power six-way adjustable front seats; Vehicle Information Center; electrochromic rearview; auto on/off headlamp feature
 O S S
Mirror
Rearview with manual day/night switch
 S - -
Electrochromic rearview mirror (included in Luxury Group and with power sunroof)
O S S
Power Windows and Door Locks
S S S
Remote-Control Keyless Entry System for Doors and Liftgate
S S S
Power Sunroof
With mini overhead console (compass, temperature display, trip computer, and map reading lights)
 - O O
Seat Belts
All outboard positions with height-adjustable feature and traveling buckle in front; lap belt for rear center
 S S S
Seats
Front reclining lowback bucket seats with adjustable headrests
 S S S
Front 10-way power adjustable feature, including power lumbar and reclining features
 O S S
Heated front seats--With two heat settings
 - O S
Rear 60/40 split folding bench seat with adjustable outboard position headrests and removable seat cushion
S S S
Vehicle Theft Security System
Monitors vehicle doors, hood, flipper glass (if equipped), liftgate, and ignition
 O S S
Sound System
AM/FM stereo radio with cassette tape player and four speakers
 S - -
Premium AM/FM stereo radio with cassette, clock, five-band graphic equalizer and Infinity Gold(TM) (eight premium speakers in six locations, 120-watt power amplifier)
 - S -
Premium AM/FM stereo radio with CD player, clock, three-band graphic equalizer and Infinity Gold(TM) (eight premium speakers in six locations, 120-watt power amplifier)
 O O -
Premium AM/FM stereo radio with cassette/CD player, clock, three-band graphic equalizer and Infinity Gold(TM) (eight premium speakers in six locations, 120-watt power amplifier)
O O S
Steering wheel-mounted remote audio controls (volume-up/down, station preset, and station seek-up/down)
 - S S
Steering Wheel Black
Leather-wrapped tilt steering wheel
 S S S
Sun Visors
Cloth, with dual lighted vanity mirrors
 S S S

S-Standard   O-Optional*   M-Mopar Accessory** -Not Available

*Some optional equipment is available only as part of an option group, or requires the purchase of additional optional model features. See your dealer for details.

**These and many other Mopar Dealer-Installed Accessories are available at extra cost to help you equip your vehicle to your individual needs. Many of these accessories can be installed prior to delivery of your new vehicle. Ask your dealer for a complete listing of genuine Mopar Dealer-Installed Accessories.