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Jeep Grand Cherokee 2002 Parts Catalog

If you’ve ever ordered a part for a 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee and ended up with the wrong control arm because you misread the sales code, you know the frustration. I’ve seen guys return parts three times because they trusted an aftermarket parts catalog that lumped 4.0L and 4.7L suspension together. That’s where the factory Jeep Grand Cherokee 2002 Parts Catalog comes in. At 427 pages, it breaks down every group from Front Suspension & Drive to Electrical, using the exact VIN decoding that Chrysler used on the assembly line. No guesswork, no aftermarket reprints.

VIN Decoding: Your First Step to the Right Part

Page 1 gives you the full VIN plate decoding information. Position 2 tells you the assembler is J for Jeep. Position 5 defines the vehicle line: W for Grand Cherokee 4×4 left-hand drive, 8 for right-hand drive. Position 6 determines the series (4 = Laredo, 5 = Limited, 6 = Overland). Position 8 is the engine code: S for 4.0L, N for 4.7L, 2 for 2.7L diesel, J for 4.7L High Output. The VIN structure follows global standards (see Automotive Industry Overview), but Chrysler applied specific codes for Grand Cherokee. If you don’t decode first, you’ll order wrong parts every time.

Front Suspension & Drive: Fig. 2-110 and Fig. 2-120

Group 2 splits front suspension into two figures. Fig. 2-110 covers the front springs with control arms and shocks. Fig. 2-120 covers the stabilizer bar and track bar. Each figure lists part numbers, quantities, and sales-code applicability (engine, transmission, trim). For example, the suspension notes include [EN0] for all 4/5-cylinder turbo diesel and [ER0] for 4.0L six-cylinder. Aftermarket catalogs often merge left and right parts; this manual keeps them separate with correct Mopar numbers.

Brake System Differences: Continental Teves vs Akebono

Group 5 Service Brakes shows two distinct front caliper assemblies: Fig. 5-110 is Continental Teves, Fig. 5-120 is Akebono. Same model year, different caliper designs. The rotors and pads differ too. If your 2002 Grand Cherokee came with Teves calipers and you order Akebono pads, they won’t fit. The catalog gives the exact part number for each variant. Use your VIN position 6 and 8 to narrow down which brake system your truck has.

Don’t trust aftermarket illustrations for the front axle housing.

Cooling System: Three Engines, Three Distinct Groups

Group 7 separates radiators by engine: Fig. 7-150 for 4.0L, Fig. 7-160 for 4.7L, Fig. 7-165 for 2.7L diesel. Same goes for water pumps, coolant tanks, drive pulleys, and drive belts. Trying to match a 4.0L radiator to a 4.7L truck will leave you with misaligned hoses. The catalog also includes the transmission oil cooler lines (Figs. 7-610, 7-620, 7-630) – again separated by engine. For alternator and starter specs, cross-reference with Automotive Battery guides, but the part numbers here are OEM only.

Group 8 Electrical: Modules, Sensors, and JTEC Controllers

Electrical group covers starters (Fig. 8-110), alternators (Figs. 8-205, 8-210, 8-215), modules (Fig. 8-405), relays (Figs. 8-505, 8-510), and sensors split by engine – Figs. 8-605 (4.0L), 8-610 (4.7L), 8-615 (2.7L diesel). There’s also a separate section for drivetrain sensors (Fig. 8-620) and body sensors (Fig. 8-625). The JTEC modules and solenoids are on Fig. 8-710. If you need a crankshaft sensor for a 4.7L, you can go directly to Fig. 8-610 and get the correct Mopar number. No hunting through generic sensor listings.

Does this parts catalog include torque specifications?

No. This is a parts catalog, not a service manual. It lists part numbers and illustrations, not torque values.

Can I use this catalog to identify parts for a 2002 Grand Cherokee with the 4.7L V8?

Yes. The catalog includes detailed VIN decoding on page 1, so you can cross-reference your vehicle’s VIN positions (especially position 8 for engine code) to find the correct parts groups. For example, engine code ‘N’ corresponds to the 4.7L V8, and then you can look up fig. 8-210 for the alternator or fig. 2-110 for front suspension. The catalog is organized by vehicle line, series, and engine, so as long as you have the VIN, you can pinpoint the exact part.

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When you need the exact OE part number for a 2002 Grand Cherokee, stop reading parts-bin cross-references and get the source. Access the Factory Manual now and keep this 427-page parts catalog next to your service manual on the bench.