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Wrangler TJ

Scott Parker's TJ on the Spring Creek Trail

The Wrangler (TJ) was introduced in mid 1996 as a 1997 model.

Drive Train

The TJ comes with the 2.5L engine standard and the 4.0L optionally. The AX-5 is used with the 2.5L engine and the AX-15 is used with the 4.0L engine. Two 3-speed automatics are optional, the TF 904 comes with the 2.5L engine and the TF 999 comes with the 4.0L engine. The NP-231 (or NV for New Venture) transfer case comes with all models. The front axle is a reverse cut Dana 30 and the rear axle is a Dana 35c and the Dana 44 is the optional rear axle.

Production Information

Year Serial Number Range Production
1997 xxx - xxx ppp
1998 xxx - xxx ppp

Serial Number Locations

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