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Jeep Grand Cherokee 2002 Parts Catalog

If you’ve ever ordered a brake caliper for a 2002 Grand Cherokee and got the wrong one because you guessed the axle code or engine size, you know the frustration. That’s why you need the factory Jeep Grand Cherokee 2002 Parts Catalog – not some third-party compilation that lists parts that don’t match your VIN. This is the same 416-page book that dealers used when these trucks were new.

VIN Decoding: Get the Right Part the First Time

Page 1 of this catalog has the full VIN plate decoding table. You want to know if your Grand Cherokee is a 4×2 or 4×4? Look at position 5: X means 4×2 LHD, W means 4×4 LHD. Need the engine? Position 8: S is the 4.0L six, N is the 4.7L V8. The GVWR code in position 4 tells you if you have the heavy-duty suspension – values range from 3000 to 14000 lbs. I’ve watched guys waste a weekend because they ignored the VIN and ordered parts for a Sport when they had a Limited. Don’t be that guy.

7 Groups of Illustrated Parts

The manual is split into groups that match how the factory builds the vehicle. Group 1 covers Mopar Accessories – everything from the Navigation Kit (Fig. 1-140) to the Dog Guard Kit (Fig. 1-820). Group 2 handles Front Suspension and Drive, including the stabilizer bar and track bar (Fig. 2-120). Group 3 is the Rear Axle – three axle variants: Dana 35C and Dana 44, with and without Vari-Lok. Group 4 covers Parking Brake, Group 5 Service Brakes (including the two different front calipers – Continental Teves and Akebono – they are not interchangeable). Group 7 is Cooling, with separate diagrams for the 4.0L and 4.7L water pumps and radiators. Each figure shows the exact part number and fastener count.

416 Pages of Factory Part Numbers

This catalog runs 416 pages. Every part number comes straight from the 2002 model year Jeep parts system. That means you can walk into any dealer parts counter, give them the number, and get the correct piece. No cross-referencing aftermarket catalogs that combine three different years into one fuzzy drawing. The book also includes the model year index so you can jump to 2002 specifically. For older models, the 1994-1996 Jeep Parts Catalog covers those years. If you need the earlier WJ generation, the Jeep Wrangler Cherokee Grand Cherokee 1991-1993 Parts Catalog is also on this site.

Pair It With a Factory Service Manual

A parts catalog tells you what to buy. A factory service manual tells you how to install it. For the 2002 Grand Cherokee, the 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee WK WH Factory Service Manual covers a different generation, but for your 2002 you want the specific 2002 service manual. The parts catalog alone won’t give you torque specs or bleed procedures – that’s not its job. Its job is to stop you from ordering the wrong axle shaft because you didn’t decode the VIN. The VIN decoding in this catalog is tied to the global Automotive Industry Overview standards, specifically the DaimlerChrysler implementation. And when you’re ordering a battery tray or cables, the Automotive Battery section in this catalog includes the correct group size for the 4.0L and 4.7L.

Who Actually Needs This Catalog?

If you own a 2002 Grand Cherokee, you need this catalog. Period. DIYers trying to restore an Overland edition to stock will find Group 1-210 through 1-236 for the specific bike and ski carriers. Home garage guys swapping suspension parts can use Group 2 to identify the correct spring rates based on the VIN. Beginners who think they can just eyeball parts at the auto parts store will save their weekend by using the VIN decoder on page 1. Even professional mechanics keep these PDFs on their tablets because the factory diagrams show fastener locations the aftermarket books leave out.

Source Validity: OEM vs Aftermarket

This is a genuine Mopar/Jeep factory publication, not a reprint from some third-party copier. The scan is clean, every page is readable, and the bookmarks are built into the PDF so you can jump from ‘Rear Axle Vent’ (Fig. 3-310) to ‘Hydraulic Control Unit’ (Fig. 5-420) in two clicks. I’ve seen aftermarket catalogs that claim to cover 1999–2004 in one book, and they always screw up the caliper design change. The 2002 catalog is specific to the 2002 model year, with the correct Dana axle variants and the two different brake calipers. That level of accuracy matters when you’re holding a wrench.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this parts catalog include repair procedures or torque specs?

No. This catalog lists part numbers and exploded diagrams for ordering. You need a factory service manual for torque specs and step-by-step repair instructions.

Can I use this catalog to rebuild my 4.0L or 4.7L engine?

Only for ordering the correct gaskets, pistons, and bearings. The engine internal parts are shown in the cooling and engine accessory figures (Group 7 and Group 1 electrical, but the short block itself is in a separate engine catalog. This catalog covers the parts that bolt onto the engine: water pump, pulleys, belts, radiator, and heater kit. For internal engine rebuild specs, get the 2002 Grand Cherokee Factory Service Manual.

What model years does this catalog cover?

2002 only. The book index clearly states 2002 WJ. It does not cover 2001 or 2003.

Are the part numbers in this catalog still valid today?

Many are, but Jeep has superseded some parts over the past 20 years. This catalog gives you the original OEM number. Always check with a dealer or online parts site for current availability – but having the factory number means you’re starting from the right place. I’ve used this catalog to order brake lines and they matched perfectly because I used the VIN decoder first. If a part has been superseded, the dealer can look up the new number. Without this catalog, you’re guessing.

Access the Factory Manual and stop guessing. Every 2002 Grand Cherokee owner should have this book on their bench. It’s the difference between ordering the right rear axle shaft and finding out you got the Dana 44 part when you have a Dana 35C.