2000 xj specs

Anyone know what auto tranny came in this year? Are there any special or unique issues with this year that I should know about? My first XJ but Ive own well over 150 jeeps just not sure what they came with

thanks

Auto or stick?

He said auto, and if its a 4.0 (you didnt say which motor) its the AW4. A very good transmission.

Keep an eye on the head. There were some faulty castings that have caused a few to crack, key words are a few.

Use the search function to find more info. Use 0331 as your search term.

http://www.jeepsunlimited.com/forums/showthread.php?t=721472

AW-4 trans with the 4.0 6 cyl
30RH trans with the 2.5 liter 4 cyl

Scottt said:

Anyone know what auto tranny came in this year? Are there any special or unique issues with this year that I should know about? My first XJ but Ive own well over 150 jeeps just not sure what they came with

thanks

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you have owned over 150 jeeps?

impressive i thought i was livin well with owning a 95 xj and a 99 xj

Scottt said:

Anyone know what auto tranny came in this year? Are there any special or unique issues with this year that I should know about?
thanks

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As stated, the AW-4 transmission; it's a good one, they last forever. The aw-4 has a funny quirk shifting in 1-2(basically no usable 2nd gear off-road)which many people have tried to solve. The last Cherokees had the transmission computer integrated with the engine computer, so any attempt to bypass computer controls sets a check engine light.
The '00/'01 came with a Low-pinion Dana 30 front axle(up to '99 had hi-Pinion) Most all of them came with a Chrysler 8.25 rear axle. Along with the "0331" head, they got a cast 2-piece exhaust manifold that does away with the cracking problem of the earlier designs. The header replacement for this manifold is expensive(should be platinum plated)

AW4 is a pretty good tranny, they just don't like heat. An aftermarket tranny cooler is a cheap and effective way to ensure the longevity of your transmission. Please do tell on some of the 150 jeeps you've owned...