Jeep cherokee xj manual trans swap

My fav years would be the 98 or 99s for that reason, although i wouldnt hesitate to buy a 2000 or 01 if the deal was right. The first year of the grand cherokee zj, the ax15 was rare option only with the 4. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands affordable. This was required because the manual transmission has a mounting bracket welded to the k member. Unlike some tranny swaps done by others, i did mine because i could, not because i had to. The jeep grand cherokee has been around for 26 model years, and of the many millions built, only a few hundred came with manual transmissions.

Videos a look back at jeep cherokee television commercials. For this video, we take a pair of identical jeep xj cherokees out to compare the auto vs manual in several common offroading situations. Jeep cherokee xj ax15 transmission replacement gear shift. There are not a lot of other options to be found for putting an automatic behind the jeep 4. Jeep cherokee jeep xj manual transmission gurus i need your help clutch pedal is frozen so i was driving my 1999 jeep cherokee 4.

Get the best deals on complete manual transmissions for jeep cherokee when you shop the largest online selection at. I have a manual trans pn 52108047ab i got from a salvage yard which fits xjs from 9799. The jeep cherokee xj is a compact sport utility vehicle manufactured and marketed across a single generation by jeep in the united states from 1983 to 2001 and globally through 2014. Well, it finally got to be time to swap out the manual ax15 transmission and install an automatic transmission. This swap is on the rare side, so we decided a video covering the basics was in order. The dana 300 is probably the best transfer case ever used in jeep cjs and the transmission side of the bell housing is ford compatible. Novak conversions is the leading company in high quality jeep conversions foir gm powertrains. Apparently jeep really did offer a manual transmission on the first few grand cherokee models, including a full complement of three pedals, a tachometer, and a gear lever that resembles a. Manual trans input shaft sealstd trans, fs5w71b, 5 speed trans, transmission. My ax15 is running strong with no signs of trouble. All are power except the grey 2001 doors, they are manual crank. The jeep needs some refreshing work and a new paint job.

The length of the transmission might make it difficult to swap in some jeeps as might the electronic controls. Behind the sixcylinder in 8999 xj, mj, yj, tj and the 93 zjswap into. Ax15 swap into a 98 cherokee does anyone know what year and model jeeps i can take an ax15 transmission out of and put into my 98 jeep cherokee with the 4. Certainly would not remove the k member because i dont believe a cherokee has one. The aw4 is a good candidate for an automatic swap for several reasons. Jeep grand cherokee manual transmission swap w 318 v8 im looking to swap a manual transmission into a 9698 zj v8 for a purpose built race vehicle. Plus, you need to be a better driver to use a manual transmission offroad. Any pre89 86 and earlier cjs will need an adapter or tcase swap jeep with the inline. The jeep rolled out of the factory with an aw4 automatic transmission and 3. Jan 16, 2014 apparently jeep really did offer a manual transmission on the first few grand cherokee models, including a full complement of three pedals, a tachometer, and a gear lever that resembles a hockey stick in both shape and size. Complete manual transmissions for jeep cherokee ebay. Great forum for the jeep xj cherokee with many to answer your questions. Jeep grand cherokee manual transmission swap posted on january 29, 2020 by faujiz 18 jeep grand cherokee trackhawk 6 2l aw 4 transmission swap 1 paramount performance s automatic vs manual transmission jeep i m the reason why old jeep cherokees. This article covers transmissions used in the following vehicle models and years.

The jeep cherokee ax15 transmission the aisinwarner ax15 transmission has been in commission since 1988, first introduced as part of the jeep cherokee xj model. This engine mount kits is used to install gm v8 into the 198401 4wd jeep cherokee xj. Have you ever wanted to swap in a manual transmission into your jeep grand cherokee zj. Ax15 zj swap how to modify the manual pedals to fit youtube. Its last year in the jeep was 2004, after which it was replaced by the nsg370 sixspeed. It was also used in cherokees xj and comanches mj with the 2.

Throughout this website the terms jeep, wrangler, rubicon, cj, mopar, renegade, scrambler, commando, sahara srt are used strictly for identification purposes only. Complete manual transmissions for jeep cherokee for sale. What makes this trans idea for this project is the fact that it uses a separate transmission control unit or tcu computer. The ninespeed automatic transmission in your jeep cherokee makes it a great crossover suv. Everything you need to swap an ax15 manual transmission into a. Can you convert a 1995 jeep cherokee to a manual transmission. Changing a jeep cherokee xj from an automatic to a manual transmission should be relatively simple in comparison to conversions for other models where manufactures drastically change the design. Xj cherokee manual to automatic transmission swap by 89 xj crawler, november 30, 2016 in jeep xj cherokee, mj comanche pickup and grand cherokee 1996 xj. A must upgrade for jeep wranglers with six speed trans b and m sport shifter. Converting a zj grand cherokee to manual 5speed transmission. Vehicles made by american motors corporation amc and jeep incorporated a variety of transmissions and transfer case systems. Feb 11, 2017 here were replacing our blown motor and trans, a lot of the stuff we do is probably not recommended but we dont know the difference.

I doubt if there is any difference with a cherokee transmission mount regardless of manual vs auto, but would need to be checked first. The ax15 is a medium duty 5 speed manual transmission. Well look no further, in this video i cover everything you need to know, and more. Is there any other good choice for a swap that does not include adapters. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands affordable prices. The frame mount holes are slotted 2 to allow you to position the engine farther forward for firewall clearance on the vacuum pump. My chiltons manual says ax 5 was the other tranny offered at the factory when built. Whatever the case may be, find out which one suits your needs first of all. Am here to get more info from xj owners and to learn. Everything you need to swap an ax15 manual transmission. With five speeds, this transmission has been praised for its performance as. The cherokee must have a 3 or more suspension lift.

This swap is on the rare side, so we decided a video covering the. I will sell just the door shell, a full door, or parts out of them. Online manual jeep jeep cherokee jeep cherokee xj 2. Changing a jeep cherokeexj from an automatic to a manual transmission should be relatively simple in comparison to conversions for other models where manufactures drastically change the. The only others that i thought may be feasible were the aw4 found in cherokees xj or a chevy 700r4. Sep 06, 2019 2000 cherokee auto manual trans swap discussion in general jeep discussion started by fieldservicetech69, sep 6, 2019. Xj and commanche owners also have to modify the trans mount that mates to the exhaust flange andor possibly swap in the later crossmember from ax15equipped vehicles. Jeep cherokee xj ax15 transmission replacement gear. Get the best deals on manual transmission parts for jeep cherokee when you shop the largest online selection at. These mounts are designed to work with the alh and newer 1. By mariobedayo, january 24, 2015 in jeep xj cherokee, mj comanche. For those of you who also didnt know about this, and therefore think its some sort of bizarre transmission swap, i can assure you this is not the case. When buying an xj you want to make sure first that your getting one with 4wd and not a 2wd or awd.

Here is a quick and dirty faq list with answers, that you might find helpful. We specialize in all kinds of swaps, and provide quality madeinamerica precision maching. The turbo 350, aka th350, automatic transmission is a stout 3 speed automatic. Xj cherokee manual to automatic transmission swap jeep. This is what installing a diesel kj nv3550 manual transmission looks like. This jeep xj hydraulic motor mount kit utilize the stock jeep xj mount location. Manuals come with a higher, lower numerically, gear ratio 3. Will an ax15 manual trans out of a 94 jeep cherokee xj fit my 89 wrangler yj with a 4. This allows you to swap in your ls into cjtjyj today. Cjs built from 8086 with the 304 and 258 and cjs built from 8486 with the 150, have a standard amc bell housing and use the dana 300.

Ax15 zj swap how to modify the manual pedals to fit. It was manufactured by aisinwarner, a member of the toyota group, in partnership with borgwarner. It is not implied that any part listed is a product of, or approved by, fiat chrysler automobiles. Watch motorweek drive an ultrarare manual jeep grand cherokee. Hoping to find one thats been taken care of, that is in pretty stock shape, not beatup and it must have a.

Transfer case swap page 1 jeep cherokee xj mechanical. The aisinwarner fourspeed automatic transmission aw4 was codesigned by amc and borg warner then built by aisin in their then new facility for use in then all new cherokee xj s new inline sixcylinder 4. This mostly applies to xjs or the cherokee, but most will also apply to the cousin of the xj called the mj or comanche. Manual vs automatic transmissions off road youtube. Hello i just bought a 97 jeep cherokee from a guy who imported it from the us years back.

Sharing the name of the original fullsize cherokee sj model, the 1984 xj cherokee was jeeps first allnew vehicle design since the 1963 sj wagoneer, as well as was the first american offroader built with fully integrated bodyandframe design, and became the mechanical basis for the mjseries jeep comanche pickup truck 19851992. Well, it finally got to be time to swap out the manual ax15 transmission and install. Available in three or fivedoor, five passenger, front engine, rear or fourwheel drive configurations, the xj was manufactured in toledo, ohio, usa. Manual transmission parts for jeep cherokee for sale ebay. When you do the auto to manual swap will the cruise still work. I have not converted a jeep cherokee, i have converted a voyager minivan. The first thing i noticed is that the transfer case shifter did not have all the selections available on the 242. The new venture gear 3550 was released in the jeep tj wrangler and xj cherokee in 2000, as the replacement to the ax15 transmission. With five speeds, this transmission has been praised for its performance as a mediumuse standard shift splitcase transmission. Jun 01, 2006 xj and commanche owners also have to modify the trans mount that mates to the exhaust flange andor possibly swap in the later crossmember from ax15equipped vehicles.

Because of this, the best bet for these jeeps is probably the ford t. Its last year in the jeep was 2004, after which it. Is swapping this manual trans into this originally auto trans xj possible. Ive read that the ax15 will bolt up to the 318 using a dakota bellhousing but i dont see anything referencing the grand cherokee. Transfer case swap i bought a 95 xj that originally came with a np231 transfer case but someone had installed a np242 in it. Jeep comanchecherokee buy sell trade public group facebook.

Jeep cjtjyj wrangler ls swap kit make your build sexier. Jet performance performance stage 2 module for 1993 jeep wrangler yj, cherokee xj, grand cherokee zj with 4. Transmission swap page 1 jeep cherokee xj suspension and lift discussion jeep xj forum more ax15 manual to tf999 automatic transmission swap in a 1990 wrangler. Jeep cherokee xj 19842001 jeep comanche 19851992 jeep cj 19761986. The aw4 is the trans that has been in the xj for years. Get the best deals on complete manual transmissions for jeep cherokee when you shop the largest online selection at ebay. Im not concerned with aesthetics but more with reliability. These sturdy weldin engine mounts allow you to finetune the engine placement according to transmission placement or other needs. Jeep grand cherokee manual transmission swap foto jeep.

The aw4 is a medium duty 4 speed automatic and it might make a good swap in in any jeep with a manual transmission or 3 speed automatic. Top 11 transmissions and transfercase swaps jp magazine. I opted for the aw4 automatic that is commonly found in the jeep cherokee. Here were replacing our blown motor and trans, a lot of the stuff we do is probably not recommended but we dont know the difference.

Im looking for a super clean xj, 1997 to 2001 with a manual trans. I know ill need the np231 to go with it that has the same spline count 23 i believe. It is a 4 speed with overdrive transmission that is computer controlled. Jeep cherokee xj fluid capacities and type morris 4x4. This tranny has seen hard use by the local xj owners and i havent heard them. I might be moving here soon and would need to rent a trailer from uhaul to help move my things. Shop millions of cars from over 21,000 dealers and find the perfect car.