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Old 12-19-2012, 06:01 AM
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Originally Posted by salad
It dies while in gear? Test your TPS, try moving some relays around like the fuel pump and ASD. Might be CPS though. If you post a new thread I'm sure guys like cruiser54 and tjwalker will post their writeups (or you could just search for them)


 
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* means instructions have been written.
 
1-Ground refreshing*
2-C101 connector refreshing**
3-Connector and relay/receptacle refreshing*
4-Coil/ICM contacts*
5-Checking sensor grounds*

6-Sensor ground upgrade**
7-CPS testing and adjusting*
8-TPS testing and adjusting*
9-ECU connector refreshing*
10-Trans plug connector refreshing*
11-Throttle body and IAC cleaning*
12-Setting your 4.0 to #1 TDC*
13-Renix Distributor indexing**
14-Restoring throttle butterfly adjustment*
15-Rear main seal diagnosis*
16-Vacuum test for exhaust restriction*
17-HO engine into Renix*
18-Improving the instrument panel ground*
19-Headlight harness installation*
20-4WD shifting tips*
21- Renix EGR valve test*
22- Renix vacuum harnesses**
23- CPS timing advance mod*
24-4.0 Engine date codes*
25-Valve cover mod*
26- Snugging up intake manifold bolts
27- CPS wiring bypass
28- Setting base idle
29- Renix O2 sensor diagnostics

 




https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f51/cruiser54s-mostly-renix-tips-153657/
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Old 12-19-2012, 06:22 AM
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Yyeeess, the Combo Maker!
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Old 12-19-2012, 06:48 AM
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Haha. Thanks guys! I'll look into the TPS, seems like it couldn't hurt either way. I was just thoroughly confused by the engine dying, with no light or codes being thrown.

I always appreciate all the help!
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Hey doublezero...I hope for your sake it is a vacuum leak ...those little doors when they stop opening and closing are a bear...or if it is the hose lines that carry the heated air. break or become disconnected..be prepared to be digging into the dash etc....not fun...our local auto body guy won't even fix his daughters heater stuff as that is what is broke or malfunctioning and it ain't worth the time and trouble and his an auto body guy!
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What size is the pinion nut on a 1996 D30 front?
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What is the preferred brand when doing a tune up (wires, distributor, rotor)?
Are there ones to avoid? I want good solid bulletproof quality, but don't need to buy $500 overpriced for it's own sake.
Bosch?

Also, does distributor/rotor come in a single package? I just want to replace as much as I can, exclusing the CAM sensor (dissy switch plate)

RockAuto has this for "Tune Up Kit"

UNITED IGNITION WIRE Part # 3771 Includes Distributor Cap & Rotor, and PERMASHIELD Spark Plug Wires; INCLUDES: United-Packard DELCORE II wire set, OEM Cap & Rotor $17.88 Add Part

UNITED IGNITION WIRE Part # 27625 Includes Distributor Cap & Rotor, and PREMIUM Packard/Delphi Spark Plug Wires; INCLUDES: United/Delphi-Packard OEM Silicone wire set, Heavy Duty Cap & Rotor w/ BRASS contacts $23.89

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Originally Posted by cruiser54
 
Revised 11-02-2012
* means instructions have been written.
 
1-Ground refreshing*
2-C101 connector refreshing**
3-Connector and relay/receptacle refreshing*
4-Coil/ICM contacts*
5-Checking sensor grounds*

6-Sensor ground upgrade**
7-CPS testing and adjusting*
8-TPS testing and adjusting*
9-ECU connector refreshing*
10-Trans plug connector refreshing*
11-Throttle body and IAC cleaning*
12-Setting your 4.0 to #1 TDC*
13-Renix Distributor indexing**
14-Restoring throttle butterfly adjustment*
15-Rear main seal diagnosis*
16-Vacuum test for exhaust restriction*
17-HO engine into Renix*
18-Improving the instrument panel ground*
19-Headlight harness installation*
20-4WD shifting tips*
21- Renix EGR valve test*
22- Renix vacuum harnesses**
23- CPS timing advance mod*
24-4.0 Engine date codes*
25-Valve cover mod*
26- Snugging up intake manifold bolts
27- CPS wiring bypass
28- Setting base idle
29- Renix O2 sensor diagnostics

 




https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f51/cruiser54s-mostly-renix-tips-153657/

Is there something line this for 1998-2001 XJ's? I'd like to clean all the grounds but have not been able to find an illustrated checklist.
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Old 12-19-2012, 11:13 AM
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Originally Posted by HINKLE83
Rear window wiper stopped working while I was out of town and my wife had the jeep. Doesn't make a sound or even give a hint that it is trying to move. Anyone had the same problem?
You didn't say what year/model you have.
On my '98 ZJ, the rear wiper will not run if the tailgate or rear glass is open. (Not shown in my Haynes manual wiring diagram).
Check the tailgate and glass switches.
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Originally Posted by cranesrule
What size is the pinion nut on a 1996 D30 front?
1 1/8" IIRC.
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Originally Posted by BimmerJeeper
What is the preferred brand when doing a tune up (wires, distributor, rotor)?
Are there ones to avoid? I want good solid bulletproof quality, but don't need to buy $500 overpriced for it's own sake.
Bosch?

Also, does distributor/rotor come in a single package? I just want to replace as much as I can, exclusing the CAM sensor (dissy switch plate)

RockAuto has this for "Tune Up Kit"

UNITED IGNITION WIRE Part # 3771 Includes Distributor Cap & Rotor, and PERMASHIELD Spark Plug Wires; INCLUDES: United-Packard DELCORE II wire set, OEM Cap & Rotor $17.88 Add Part

UNITED IGNITION WIRE Part # 27625 Includes Distributor Cap & Rotor, and PREMIUM Packard/Delphi Spark Plug Wires; INCLUDES: United/Delphi-Packard OEM Silicone wire set, Heavy Duty Cap & Rotor w/ BRASS contacts $23.89
Accel tune up kit

$55 shipped from Summit racing.com

Good stuff IMO.
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Originally Posted by dukie564

1 1/8" IIRC.
Write up on here says 1 1/4" ... But I have seen folks say both. Wanted to make sure because I need to go buy the right impact socket. Anyone 100% sure?
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yea i just took some off. It was 1 1/8" for the dana30 and 1 1/4" for the c8.25.
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Does anyone think My YJ Tires will fit on the Cherokee? I'm going to snow country and would rather have the more aggressive tread...
I believe the YJ tires are 31s.
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Does anyone think My YJ Tires will fit on the Cherokee? I'm going to snow country and would rather have the more aggressive tread...
I believe the YJ tires are 31s.
I you trim your fenders and adjust your steering stops, they will fit.
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They'll probably fit. Might hit the front bumpercap, if so just take them off. We put 31's on my buddies ol junker cherokee he had and it didnt really rub at all on stock lift.. And it actually had the same wheels on it as your wrangler. Rubbed the LCA's when you turned the wheel all the way, but other than that it did decent. Hell try it, if it dont work trade em back.
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