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OBD 1 reader

Does anyone know where i can get my hands on the 6 pin OBD 1 reader for a 1995 Cherokee? Thanks Mark

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'99 XJ DRL mod

I thought I could just plug in a module into an empty connector (beside the power box under the hood), there's a three terminal connector (one goes hot when the engine is running). I ordered a module...

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What is this noise?

Background: I have always had this noise, but it has steadily gotten worse over the years, until finally, it got a lot louder today. I've had a few mechanics check it out over the years, and everyone...

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Froggy paint

Hi all: I repainted my 2000 XJ with the color Medium Fern green, but it turned out a wearied frog color. I sent the color with the color code to the painter and he just mixed the color as it shows in...

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Parts interchangeably Grand Cherokee to Cherokee

Hi all, I am looking at a stock 98 sport with a 5spd. There is someone nearby parting a 96 Grand Cherokee that has been built some. Is there anything that will fit the XJ? Lift, bumpers, tires/wheels,...

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1996 jeep Cherokee XJ purchase

Hello, I just purchased a 1999 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 with under 16,000 ORIGINAL miles yes 16,000, I was wondering if this was a good buy

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Growling / Grinding sound from under Jeep 3.5' after lift..

seeking anyone's help... I just lifted my 2001 Jeep XJ Sport, and I noticed a grinding / low grumble sound coming from under it when letting off the gas / de accelerating.. I am confused because when I...

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1988 XJ wont go in 4wd

did some trading and got my hands on a ratty xj that I've been wrenching on for a couple of months now. I got the brakes fixed, one of the oil leaks, and diff cover leak fixed. Now I am trying to...

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Ac pulley not aligning

I bought a 2000 jeep cherokee sport xj and the ac compressor pulley is misaligned with the others by almost 1/4". I thought it was the compressor, so I bought a bypass and it is the same way. Any idea...

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95 Cherokee xj crank no start issue

I have a 95 xj, gf killed the battery two days ago by leaving the lights on. I came home after work that day and tried to jump start it with our Toyota highlander. Hooked the jumper cables up to my...

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How do I get the bushing into the leaf spring??

Im trying to insert the new bushings into the leaf spring and seem to be having a very difficult time. How does one get the bushing into the leaf spring? I cut/burnt the old ones out, that was some...

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8l90 transmission

Has anybody used a 8l90 on a xj ls swap and what transfer case do you guys recommend I use

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Shock Pin Eliminator and shock travel length

I have a 1998 XJ with a front lift that measures 4.25" (11" from top of axle tube to bottom of frame). I have Skyjacker N8061 shocks. I have a bump stop that allows about 4" of up travel. It appears...

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1985 Jeep Cherokee 2.8l swap

Anyone done a 3.2 swap from a Camaro into their 1985 jeep Cherokee 2.8l. what year is the easiest? Can it be done by an amateur?

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Carbon fouled #5 spark plug

99 Cherokee 4.0 2WD D.D. 320 K The mileage has dropped off a bit, and there is a black ring around the end of the tailpipe. I decided to change the plugs. I'm unable to locate the last spark plug...

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Buying a coil bar 2001 XJ 4l

I believe I need a coil bar. I suspect weak spark on the rear cylinder. Can I just get something like the NKG from Amazon or are their some specific brands to stick with or avoid. Here is the page I...

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2000 jeep cherokee sport (Cal) crank no start

Was running, got welded on with battery connected. Have replaced all electrical components from coolant sensor to pcm/tcm. Have checked all grounds. Just cranks, sounds like it wants to fire and might...

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Front tire wear

I have a 1998 Jeep XJ with a 4" lift. Most of its miles are while being towed behind a motorhome. Both front tires are wearing on the outside edges. I think that outside edge tire wear is usually...

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10w40 the best choice for my XJ?

Getting my oil changed for the first time on my 99 XJ 4.0. I live in Nebraska. cold dry winters/hot summers. Is 10w40 the best choice? I'm not sure whats in it now. Bought it used. I'm pretty sure I'm...

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352 (FE block) swap

Howdy. I'm new here, and I've got a sort of crazy idea. My 2000 xj with the 4.0 developed a crack in the head and lifter tick about this time last year. Pulled it apart and figured out what was wrong...

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XJ AC and CC out

Hi All My cherokee lost all HVAC controls and the cruise control recently on a trip up to canada. I had all the signs of a vacuum leak which I addressed and now I have heat, it comes out of the right...

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low oil pressure?

On my 2000 XJ, the oil pressure is about 12PSI even after 6qt oil change. Is this too low? concern? thx

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95 Cherokee xj crank no start

I have a 95 xj, gf killed the battery two days ago by leaving the lights on. I came home after work that day and tried to jump start it with our Toyota highlander. Hooked the jumper cables up to my...

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reading errors

I just Built a stroker 4.6. the jeep is a 1998 xj. My problem is when I plug in my OBD2 to the port in the Jeep, nothing happens. no power. Is this the wrong readier or do I need to do something else....

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Radiator Transmission line fitting size

Anybody know the size of the transmission line where it goes into the radiator? I haven't had any luck searching so far.

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99XJ No FAN, No Blinkers, No rear defrost, Air bag light on.

Hello eveyone, I need some help My 1999 XJ Sport 4.0 4x4 lost some electrical power yesterday, I've checked the relays but I cannot figure out what has went wrong. The power to the climate control fan...

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Best group 34 battery?

I think the costco interstate batteries are the best value right now for $93 before tax and a 3 year warranty. they use to be 42 or 48 months but they pulled that back. I was thinking of a deep cycle...

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AW4 auto 94 XJ hanging onto 1st gear

AW4 auto in 94 XJ hanging onto 1st gear but only when cold. Sometimes it takes off in 2nd gear but only when cold. Oil good, filter good , rebuilt 7 years. Test light on solenoid 2 lights at 1500rpm in...

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242 selectracTC won't disengage

Hello everyone: I have 2000 XJ with 242 selectrac TC, I cannot disengage it what ever force I put on the lever. Any reason whay it is doing so. I had to remove the front drive shaft till I fix the...

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2002 cherokee 4.0

Mystery question for you guys I need answers. Recently bought an 02 cherokee 4.0 sitting at 200k the thing is an absolute tank im impressed with it, couple things questionable under the hood but that...

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under the hood

Can someone tell me what the canister circled in this photo is and also, this large gauge red wire that isn't connected to anything by the PDC? This is on a 93 Cherokee

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thumping noise under my feet?

Hi. I have a 2000xj sport 4x4 all stock. Lately its been making this thumping noise under my feet while driving over bumps under 45mph. I also feel the thumping or knocking under my feet along with the...

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scanner

Good Morning all, I am looking to get a new scanner. I know there are many out there, I also know I will get about a thousand different recommendations but what do you all recommend? Thanks all.

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Putting 2000 engine in 2001 xj

What does this go to? Thank you in advance!

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Starting Issue

I have a 1997 XJ with about 300,000 miles I bought a few months ago. It's pretty clean and stock. It ran fine until recently. I would drive it for about 10 minutes down the road and all was well. When...

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