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The Up Country Suspension Group decal, shown above left, was used on Jeeps prior to 1999 (ZJ series). No WJ models have ever had a factory sticker or badge identifying this feature. The decal, which measures 3-9/16″ x 2-11/16″, is no longer available from Jeep (discontinued in fall 2006, part # 5DL32MXW, the original MSRP was $83.75).
From the launch of the 1999 models and up until September 2, 2003, the Up Country Suspension Group package has been an available option on all WJ models, except (for marketing reasons) 2002-2004 Limited’s with the HO engine. Utilizing upgraded shocks, springs and tires, the UC package claims to give about 1″ of additional lift, with a slightly firmer and steadier ride. However, there seems to be a variety of different springs that have been used for this option, with some owners claiming only 5/8″ of lift while others have stated higher. The “body roll” factor seems to be worse on most models with this option (a shortcoming which can be easily solved with an upgraded rear sway bar ).
Overland models with and without Up Country Suspension
Starting at the end of model year 2002 production, Jeep introduced a “delete” option for the Up Country Suspension, which up until that time had been standard on all Overland models. The “delete” option, however, just takes away the Up Country shocks and springs and not the skid plates, tow hooks or upgraded tires. The reason for this change is that supposedly research showed some customers preferred the ride of the “softer” standard suspension, although it has never been promoted that way.
A problem that came up with the “delete” option is that the Up Country package ordering code (“SDA”) was confusing. It was offered as a “$0.00” no cost option, so when ordering a new vehicle, many dealers and customers had mistakenly checked the box for this, as it is defined only as “QuadraCoil Suspension”. Since it was “free”, customers and dealers assumed “why not put it on the order”. Since QuadraCoil Suspension is standard on all models of Grand Cherokeee anyway, by checking the box you were in effect deleting the Up Country Suspension and “bringing it back” to the standard suspension level. There was no mention of the U/C option being “deleted” on the sticker, nor was a credit given for taking the feature away. Any Overland models that have the “SDA/ QuadraCoil” option listed on the sticker do NOT have the Up Country Suspension components.
Up Country package discontinued for all models as of August 31, 2003
All models built after August 2003 were no longer offered with the Up Country package, the special shocks and springs were discontinued. Skid plates and tow hooks, formerly included with the Up Country package and also available separately, became standard on the Overland and optional on all other models.
Adding the Up Country components to non U/C vehicles:
WJ owners having the standard suspension (Quadra-coil) can add part or all of the UC package components to their vehicles. Although, like adding any other parts or options after the fact, it is much more expensive. All that is really needed are the springs and shocks (plus the skid plates and/or tow hooks if desired). The end result will probably be around 1/2″ of increased lift.
| Up Country package availability (Optional on all models except Overland) |
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| Model / Year | 1999 | 2000 | 2001 | 2002 | 2003 | 2004 |
| Laredo1 “F” Package only 2 Special Edition “T” Package only(Not available on Freedom, Columbia or Rocky Mountain Editions) |
X | X | X1 | X1 | X1 | X2 |
| Limited3 Except models with HO engine | X | X | X | X3 | X3 | X3 |
| Overland(Standard but not included on all models, see Overland notes above) |
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1. Upgraded gas shocks (see chart below)
(Mono design, high pressure gas charged)
2. Uprated front and rear springs (see chart below)
3. Skid plate group:
(Front, transfer case and gas tank skid plates)
4. Tow hooks
(Front tow hooks, + rear tow hooks if no trailer hitch option. 2001 Limited models and all Overland models featured chrome plated hooks.)
5. Upgraded tires
Goodyear Wrangler SR-A all-terrain, OWL, P245/70R16 (Laredo)
Goodyear Wrangler SR-A all-terrain, OWL, P235/65R17 (Limited & Overland)
Note: Different front lower control arm frame-side sill bushings were featured on the 2002 Overland (SDV sales code). This was deleted starting with 2003 production and bushings were the same for all models. The bushing change had no impact on the vehicle ride quality or suspension characteristics.
Part numbers
The part numbers for both standard and UC suspension are listed in the charts below. The recommended parts to use when upgrading are in red text. Information is still being gathered to try and sort out the different and numerous spring applications and spring rates.
NOTE: The prices listed are for reference purposes only and may vary by dealer. MSRP prices are current as of September 2014 and are subject to change without notice. Some parts may be discontinued from the manufacturer. Parts are not available from this web site.
Springs – Front 1999-2004
| Type | Code (L/R) | DC Part # | Comments | MSRP |
| Standard (845 lb) | ZKE, ZYE | 52088262 | 1999-2004 | $104.00 |
| Standard (900 lb) | ZKF, ZYF | 52088263 | 1999-2004 | $104.00 |
| Standard (960 lb) | ZKG, ZYG | 52088264 | 1999-2004’04 Columbia I6 | $104.00 |
| Standard (1020 lb) | ZKH, ZYH | 52088265 | 1999-2004 | $47.60 |
| Standard (1085 lb) | ZK1, ZY1 | 52088269 | 1999-2004 | $109.00 |
| Standard | ZLH, ZZH | 52080399AA | 2003-2004 | $44.25 |
| Standard (1000 lb) | ZLG, ZZG | 52089421 | 1999-2004 | $62.75 |
| Up Country (820 lb) | ZLE, ZZE | 52088267 | 1999-2004 | $109.00 |
| Up Country (930 lb) | ZLF, ZZF | 52088268 | 1999-2004 | $109.00 |
Springs – Rear 1999-2004
| Type | Code (L/R) | DC Part # | Comments | MSRP |
| Standard | SKW, ZYW | 52088343 | 1999-2004 | $73.50 |
| Standard | ZKY, ZYY | 52088404 | 1999-2004’04 Columbia I6 | $99.75 |
| Standard | ZKX, ZYX | 52088550 | 1999-2004 | $112.00 |
| Standard | ZLU, ZZU | 52088551 | 1999-2004 | $99.75 |
| Standard (tow pkg) | ZLX, ZZX | 52080400AA | 1999-2004 | $73.00 |
| Standard (tow pkg) | ZKZ, ZYZ | 52089500AA | 1999-2004(confirmed on Overland w/o U/C) | $54.00 |
| Up Country | ZLV, ZZV | 52088344 | 1999-2004 | $109.00 |
| Up Country | ZLW, ZZW | 52088345 | 1999-2004 | $109.00 |
Shocks – Front 1999-2004
Front and rear Up Country shocks
| DC Part # | MSRP | |
| Standard | 5014730AM (1999-2004) | $145.00
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| Up Country | 5014732AG (1999-2004) | $169.00 |
Shocks – Rear 1999-2004
| DC Part # | MSRP | |
| Standard | 5014730AM (1999-2004) | $145.00
|
| Up Country | 5014732AG (1999-2004) | $169.00 |
Shocks – Rear 1999-2004
Front and rear Up Country shocks
| Type | DC Part # | MSRP |
| Standard | 52088221AK (1999-2004) | $78.45 |
| Up Country | 52088235AE (1999-2004) | $143.00 |
Front skid plates
| Year | Part # | Comments | MSRP |
| 1999-2001 | 52058923 | Plate with large access holes | $83.70 |
| 2002-2004 | 52080217AB | Plate with no access holes | $143.00 |
| 1999-2004 | 82207487 or 82208305 (same) | Mopar kit with same plate as above (no access holes) Includes plate and 4x M10x1.50×40 mounting bolts. Specially priced as a Mopar accessory. |
$59.05 |
| 1999-2004 | 6505961AA | M10x1.5×40 mounting bolts | $3.00 ea. |
Transfer case skid plates
| Year | Part # | Comments | MSRP |
| 1999-2004 | 52058922 | Skid plate (same skid plate as below) | $147.00 |
| 1999-2004 | 82204489 | Skid plate, Mopar kit (same skid plate as above) (includes plate and 4x M10x1.50×35 bolts w/washers) |
$59.05 |
| 1999-2004 | 6503571 or 06502467 |
M10x1.50×35 mounting bolts (w/washers) | $5.25 |
Fuel tank skid plates
| Year | Part # | Thickness | Comments | MSRP |
| 1999-2000 | 52100313AA 52100313AB 52100313AC(discontinued) |
0.040 = 1/25th inch | “Brushguard” | $190.00 |
| 1999-2004 | 52100376AG | 0.125 = 1/8th inch | Skidplate | $542.00 |
52100376AG Fuel tank skid plate straps