2002 Jeep Wrangler Consumer Discussions

Jeep Wrangler Maintenance and Repair Questions (1997 - 2006)

Wrangler high idle at start up

Written by: feuerwehr66 on Sep 03, 2008 00:50 PM

My 2002 jeep wrangler idles at about 1500 at start up for about twenty seconds. Then it slows to normal idle speed. It has just started doing this. Any ideas. Thanks, JIM Read More...

Jeep Wrangler

Budget minded lift/tires

Written by: chefrm on Jun 08, 2008 08:58 PM

Hi I haven't been on in like years, but I don't get too many days off. I have a 2002 Jeep Wrangler Sport and want to get a 4" lift and 33"s but still need to stay within a budget any ideas. Tom: You and I ordered our jeeps about the same time. I was at Culinary School in upstate NY..... Read More...

Jeep Wrangler Maintenance and Repair Questions 2007 and newer

Re: "bouncing" problem [steve_]

Written by: roadburner on Dec 22, 2007 08:16 PM

It's a Jeep thang. I bought my 1999 Sahara in May 2002 with the idea that I'd use it as a parade car(long story) and sell it in the fall. I had also heard all the stories about the uncomfortable ride, the unpredictable handling, and horrible HVAC system. Well, we ended up selling a very clean Pathfinder SE and keeping the Jeep. No, it doesn't have Lexus levels of NVH ... Read More...

Jeep Wrangler Maintenance and Repair Questions (1997 - 2006)

Re: 2002 Jeep Wrangler [mac24]

Written by: emmy2 on Apr 02, 2007 10:35 AM

Thanks, I'm going to inquire and suggest its a U joint problem and see what they say. Read More...

Re: 2002 Jeep Wrangler [emmy2]

Written by: mac24 on Apr 02, 2007 08:21 AM

Could be a 'U' joint or maybe an engine mount. However, I can't really be definitive at this distance. You shouldn't have to pay very much for an analysis, in fact some dealers will do that at no charge, as will most independent shops. Read More...

Jeep Wrangler Tires and Wheels

31" tires and 2" suspension lift?

Written by: tecker2 on Apr 15, 2007 08:31 AM

I'm thinking about going from 215/70/R15's to 31 inch tires. I also was thinking about a 2 inch suspension lift for a more agressive look. 1) Would the susp. lift just be a waste of $$.. 2) Would there be much if any impact with engine sluggishness with the 31"s. 3) Would this scenario mess with drivetrain, create "death wooble" etc. 2002 Wrangler Sport, 4.0, Auto, ... Read More...

Jeep Wrangler Maintenance and Repair Questions (1997 - 2006)

2002 Jeep Wrangler

Written by: emmy2 on Apr 01, 2007 08:57 PM

I have a 2002 4wd Jeep Wrangler X with 59K miles that when driving in 4th or 5th gear and am approaching a stop sign or have to slow down and I put it in neutral, I hear a "clunk" coming from the floor on the passenger side. Without having it checked, I have been told it could be a ball joint or mounting joint. Any suggestions on what it could be before I take it to a dealer and ... Read More...

2007 Jeep Wrangler

JK Wrangler's Traction Control vs. AWD in snow

Written by: unclejjg on Feb 27, 2007 02:30 PM

I'm considering a Patriot because I like having a stable vehicle in lousy weather conditions. However, I don't know if the Patriot will have enough capability.....that is besides the point though. For those of you who have driven the JK in snow and ice, how would you compare its traction vs. a vehicle such as a Chevy Blazer w/auto 4WD, or something along the lines ... Read More...

Toyota FJ Cruiser vs Jeep Wrangler

Re: Tellico - Cruisers Rule the day [dae]

Written by: fourx4ever on Oct 23, 2006 10:37 AM

On the weekend I was reading an article on the all new 2007 Jeep Wrangler. With the exception of the V-6 engine and the crappy plastic bumpers its a pretty impressive machine – especially with that electric sway bar disconnect. I did a little checking on Ramp Travel Indexes tests for various stock vehicles, here are just a few RTI numbers I found: 1991 Honda civic ... Read More...

Jeep Wrangler

Re: Jeep Wrangler with kids in car seats [cjurica]

Written by: rastafari on Aug 23, 2006 08:04 AM

I drive a Wrangler Sport and have since 2001. My first daughter was born in 2001 and my second in 2002. I have driven them to daycare everyday in the jeep. Is it hard to get them in and out? Yes, but it is all in what you are used to. I have to physically climb into the back and unbuckle them from their seats and get them out. I am used to it and it's no problem. I have lost the ... Read More...