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Jeep COLT E, COLT, COLT PRES, CONQUEST, COLT VISTA 1984 Parts Catalog

You’ve got a 1984 Jeep Colt on the lift. The customer needs a front axle shaft. Aftermarket catalog says “fits 84 Colt” but the spline count is off by two teeth. I’ve seen that more times than I’ve seen stripped oil pan bolts. That’s why you need the original factory parts catalog – not a reprint, not a third-party guess. This is the Jeep COLT E, COLT, COLT PRES, CONQUEST, COLT VISTA 1984 Parts Catalog, a 947-page document that dealers used to order every single component from the factory.

947 Pages of OEM Parts Data

This catalog runs 947 pages. That’s not padding. Every page contains exploded-view illustrations, part numbers, and quantities for your specific model. The first section – General Information – covers abbreviations, alphabetical index, body number, dimensions, engine model and serial number, how to locate parts, illustration index, key numbers, metric conversion table (page INF-13), model chart, numerical index, page numbering, parts catalog revision service, part number prefix, product bulletins, symbols used, transmission model and serial number, and vehicle identification plate. That’s the foundation. Without understanding that, you’ll waste time flipping.

How to Locate Parts – The General Information Section

The manual gives you multiple ways to find a part. You can use the Alphabetical Index, Numerical Index, Illustration Index, or the Group Contents listing. For a guy who’s been in the shop 28 years, I start with the Group Contents. For example, if you need front suspension components for a COLT or CONQUEST, go to Group 2. The manual breaks it down by figure: Front Suspension 24 & 44 FWD for COLT (Figure 2-100), Front Suspension 24 RWD for CONQUEST (Figure 2-200), Front Suspension 45 FWD for VISTA (Figure 2-400), and so on. Each figure has its own exploded diagram and part number list. You don’t guess – you see the exact part.

Group 2 – Front Suspension & Drive: COLT, CONQUEST, VISTA

This is where you’ll find front axle assemblies, axle shaft kits, stabilizers, and wheel hubs. The catalog covers front axles without turbo (Figure 2-1100) and with turbo (Figure 2-1200) for the COLT FWD. It includes axle shaft kits for the turbo COLT (Figure 2-1300) and separate axle shafts for the VISTA (Figure 2-1400). For the CONQUEST (24 RWD), you get torque tube and rear axle housing too. Every bolt, bushing, and bearing has a factory number. If you’re replacing a lower control arm crossmember on a CONQUEST, it’s Figure 2-300 with a specific part number – not an “interchange” that may or may not fit.

Does This Catalog Cover Engine and Transmission Parts?

Yes. The catalog includes the Engine Model and Serial Number section in the front so you can identify your engine. It also lists Transmission Model and Serial Number. While this is a parts catalog – not a service manual – it gives you every part number for the engine block, cylinder head, pistons, rings, gaskets, and seals. Same for the transmission: internal clutches, bands, seals, and case parts. You’ll need the service manual for assembly torque specs and procedures, but this catalog is the reference for ordering the correct parts. Combine it with a factory service manual and you have the full picture.

Why Aftermarket Parts Catalogs Fail You

I’ve had it with aftermarket catalogs that say “fits multiple models” without listing the actual part number. They often skip important variations like turbo vs. non-turbo, FWD vs. RWD, or anti-skid vs. non-anti-skid brake systems. This factory catalog doesn’t do that. For example, Group 5 (Service Brake) has separate figures for pedal, booster, master cylinder, lines, and hoses by model: 24/44 FWD, 24 RWD with and without anti-skid, 27 models, 45 FWD. Each figure shows exactly which part goes where. That level of detail saves you from ordering a master cylinder that doesn’t match your brake booster. For background on why OEM documentation matters, check the Automotive Industry Overview – but the short version is that the factory knows its own parts best.

Use the Metric Conversion Table for Correct Fasteners

Page INF-13 includes a metric conversion table. Don’t skip it. Many 1984 Jeep Colt parts use metric threads, especially on the engine and suspension. If you try to substitute an inch-based bolt, you’ll strip threads. The catalog also includes dimensions in the General Information section – verify component fit before you order. For example, battery group size might be listed there. See Automotive Battery for general info on battery sizing, but always cross-check with the catalog’s dimensions for your specific model.

What models does this parts catalog cover?

COLT E, COLT, COLT PRES, CONQUEST, and COLT VISTA from 1984.

Can I use this to rebuild an engine?

This is a parts catalog, not a service manual. It lists every part number – from engine block to gasket sets – but doesn’t give assembly procedures. The Engine Model and Serial Number section (page INF-7) helps identify which specific engine is in your car. For a full rebuild, you need the service manual for torque specs and clearances, but this catalog gives you correct part numbers for pistons, rings, bearings, and seals.

How do I find a specific part?

Use the Alphabetical Index, Numerical Index, Illustration Index, or Group Contents. I recommend starting with Group Contents to find the correct group (e.g., Group 3 for Rear Axle), then locate the figure number in the Illustration Index. The General Information section explains each method. For a similar layout in a later year, see 1987 Jeep Import Passenger Car and Truck Parts Catalog.

Is this a PDF or a physical book?

You get a digital access of the original factory 947-page PDF. It is not a scan of a copy; it is the exact file from the OEM. You can print pages as needed, search by keyword, and zoom into exploded diagrams. No third-party aftermarket junk – just the official 1984 Jeep Import Parts Catalog.

Related Manuals

• 1987 Jeep Import Passenger Car and Truck Parts Catalog
• Jeep Import 1985 Parts Catalogue Index
• 1994-96 Jeep Parts Catalog Wrangler Cherokee Grand

If you’re tired of ordering wrong parts and wasting time, access the Factory Manual now. It’s the same document that dealership parts counters used in 1984. No guesswork. No aftermarket compromises. Just the parts you need, right the first time.