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The Jeep Wrangler is a compact and mid-size (Wrangler Unlimited models) four-wheel drive off-road and sport utility vehicle (SUV), manufactured by Jeep, and is currently in its third generation. The Wrangler is not a direct descendant of the World War II Willys MB or Willys civilian Jeeps (Jeep CJ) of the mid-1940s through 1980s, later produced by Kaiser-Jeep and by American Motors (AMC), despite this common misconception,〔Joseph Cappy, AMC VP of Production- 29 November 1985〕 and as illustrated by the factory dash plaques affixed to the last Jeeps (CJ-7) produced, that read "Last of a Great Breed - This collectors edition CJ ends an era that began with the legendary Jeep of World War II". Outwardly resembling the Jeep CJ-7, the Wrangler, which was formally announced on May 13, 1986, was based on a new set of design parameters. "The product philosophy behind the two vehicles" Francios Castaing (AMC VP of Product Engineering) explained, "is completely different".〔"Jeep Wrangler" by Robert Ackerson pg.7- Veloce Publishing; 1st edition (March 17, 2006)ISBN 1904788971〕 Just like the Willys MB and the Jeep CJ, Wranglers continue to use a separate body and frame (although of a new design), rigid live axles both front and rear, a fold-flat windshield, and can be driven without doors. But its suspension, drivetrain, and interior were borrowed from the new Cherokee (XJ) model.〔"The Story of The Jeep" –Patrick Foster : page 200-201: Krause Publ.; 2 edition, ISBN 087349735X〕 The Wrangler debuted in 1986 as a new model to fill the void left by the discontinuance of the famous Jeep model (CJ), was revised in 1996, and completely redesigned in 2007. In addition to the model name ''Wrangler'', each model received a designation corresponding to its generation: YJ (1986–1995), TJ (1996–2006), TJU's (commonly known as LJ's- 2004–2006 Unlimited models, or YJL, in the Egyptian owners manual.), JKU (2007–present Unlimited models) and JK (2007–present). Foreign military versions of the Wrangler have carried the J8 designation which was initially dubbed TJL when first produced at Arab American Vehicle's Egyptian plant.〔(【引用サイトリンク】url=http://www.aav.com.eg/diesel_data.html )〕 Jeep YJ models were manufactured between 1986 and 1992 at Brampton Assembly, and subsequently at the Toledo South Assembly plant. A major difference in the 1987-1995 models were the rectangular headlights, which reverted to rounded ones in the TJ and then JK versions. In 2006, Wrangler production was moved to Toledo Complex. Post-2006 Wranglers were set apart from their predecessors by the angle of the grille. In all previous models, the grille was flat and even with the front fenders. The newer Wrangler was constructed with a grille which angled out from the top, and then continued in a straight line from the midway point, toward the bottom. This decreased the hood length, while increasing the length of the fenders. In more recent models, this angle has been lowered more toward the bottom of the grille. In Egypt, the YJ was produced as well as a long wheel-base version, dubbed LJ (or labeled as YJL in Egypt's Owners Manual), and which has retained the 2-door design. The YJL is considered as the first predecessor of the JK's long wheel-base by continuing as TJL (aka J8) which has directly inspired the JK's 4-door. ==YJ (1986–1995)== |3 = |4 = |5 = |6 = |7 = }} 4.0 L ''AMC 242'' I6 |3 = |4 = |5 = |6 = |7 = }} 4.2 L ''AMC 258'' I6 |3 = |4 = |5 = |6 = |7 = }} | transmission = 3-speed ''TorqueFlite TF904'' automatic 3-speed ''TorqueFlite TF999'' automatic 5-speed ''Aisin AX-5'' manual 5-speed ''Aisin AX-15'' manual 5-speed ''Peugeot BA-10/5'' manual | transfer case = 1986-1987 NP207 1988–1995 NP231 | width = | body_style = 2-door convertible 2-door SUV | length = 1986-89: 1989-92: 1992-95: | assembly = Toledo, Ohio, United States Brampton, Ontario, Canada (Brampton Assembly) Beijing, China (Beijing Benz) Tehran, Iran (Pars Khodro) | height = 1993-95: 1986–1992 soft-top: 1986–1992 hardtop: | wheelbase = | weight = 2,855–3,241 lb (1,295-1,470 kg) | related = AIL Storm I }} The Jeep YJ, sold as the Wrangler in the United States, replaced the much-loved but slower-selling Jeep CJ in 1986 and was built in Brampton, Ontario, Canada, until the plant closed on April 23, 1992. Production was then moved to Toledo, Ohio, using the same plant that produced the Willys Jeeps during World War II. American Motors Corporation (AMC) had designed the new Jeep to be more comfortable on-road in an attempt to attract more daily drivers. It was a totally new design with a wider track, slightly less ground clearance, and more comfort. The YJ still had leaf spring suspension similar to that of the CJ - however the springs were wider, and the YJs sported trackbars and swaybars for improved handling. Despite the new grille, the body is very similar to that of the CJ7, and it is interchangeable with some major modifications. The YJ also was given a larger windshield over the CJ. The YJs are easily identifiable due to the rectangular headlights and the fact that the wiper blades rest on the windshield giving this version a distinctive look. The blades rested on the windshield due to the now wider arc of the blades to clean the larger windshield. These two changes were later removed when the TJ was launched 1996. 632,231 YJs were built through model year 1995, although YJs were still produced into mid-1996, bringing the total production number to 685,071 units. Despite its similar look to the Jeep (CJ) its design was new from the ground up and had more in common with the newer downsized Cherokee (XJ) model. The YJ used a 2.5 L ''AMC 150'' I4 or optional 4.2 L ''AMC 258'' I6 until 1991. That year, a fuel-injected 180 hp (134 kW) 4.0 L AMC 242 variant replaced the 112 hp (84 kW) 4.2 L 258 CID straight-6. The NP207 transfer case was used only for 1987 and replaced by the NP231. The roll cage was extended in 1992 to allow for rear shoulder belts, and anti-lock brakes were added as an option the next year. An automatic transmission option for 4-cylinder Wranglers came in 1994, along with a center high-mounted brake light. In 1994, the slave cylinder on manual transmissions was moved outside of the transmission's bellhousing to allow for easier replacement, and in 1995 the Dana 30 larger U-joints were used (axle U-joints (297x) and rear pinion U-joint (1330) ). For the 1992 model year, the YJ switched over to an electronic speedometer, outmoding the cable speedos on older YJs. 1995 was the only model year to have a fully galvanized frame and body. There were no 1996 model year Jeep Wranglers. YJs produced in early 1996 were sold as 1995 model years, but featured a few new parts not seen on any earlier YJ. This included the new TJ bumpstops on the hood (rubber boots vs the traditional U-bars), reinforced tailgate hinges, and some even had rear TJ bumpers. Some also got the newly tuned I6 that was designed to run quieter in preparation for the TJ. Top options for YJ were the same as those offered on TJ. A Soft top with "half doors", featuring soft plastic zipper windows came standard (windows could be removed completely from these doors). Full-frame doors with conventional glass windows were optional on soft-top models. Hard tops with rear wiper and defroster were optional, but came standard with full-framed doors. The YJ featured large mirrors with manually adjustable arms on half-door models, while full-framed doors received smaller adjustable mirrors with fixed arms (which were mounted further away from the door corner, compared to the larger-style mirrors). Depending on year and interior color, Jeeps could be had with the top colors in black, white, tan and gray. Roll-bar padding normally matched top color, with the exception of white tops. Many vacation destinations implemented the YJ is their choice for pulling their boardwalk tram cars. For example, Ocean City, Maryland used white YJ Islander Editions that were slightly modified to pull a series of tram cars. Said Jeeps were powered by the 2.5L Power Tech I4 engine and automatic transmission. In 2003, use of these YJ's were discontinued and replaced by more traditional Tram Industries 6000 Series vehicles. In 2013, one of these vehicles caught fire and was replaced by a white 2013 JK Sport with the 3.6L Pentastar V6 and automatic transmission, once again modified to pull a series of tram cars. The town also announced that they would gradually be replacing all of their tram vehicles with Wrangler JK's, since they are the most cost-effective and economical vehicles, as well as the vehicles with the best turning radius that is required to complete the large turnaround at each end of the boardwalk. 抄文引用元・出典: フリー百科事典『 ウィキペディア（Wikipedia）』 ■ウィキペディアで「Jeep Wrangler」の詳細全文を読む スポンサード リンク
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