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Year: 1999
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0L OBD-II
Hey guys, i just bought this 5 speed jeep and cant seem to find the "P" gear? I had it on my auto and i've seen it on every other stick shift i've ever seen in my life but mine dont have it? My last 5 speed and the other one before that and that had it this one just has some black leathery rubbery thingy around the bottom of it i went to get out of the car and it rolled down a hill and then i almost hit some old lady i think mine has a factory defect what do you guys think???
1. Pull into your desired parking spot
2. Clutch out, neutral.
3. Take it up to about 4500-5000 RPM. If you have the basic gauges, just listen for a rattle or knocking sound
4. Shift to 5th
5. Quickly lift your foot off the clutch
Presto - your XJ won't be going anywhere for a while. Try it in an empty lot to get used to the technique. Don't be embarassed - like learning stick the first time, this can take a few tries to get right.
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Year: 1995
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 2.5 4 cyl.
Actually, you hear these truckers talking about the Eaton 13 speeds that have a hidden gear. Sometimes 1st in OD or direct, whatever. The AX-15 has a hidden P. I know times are tough so let me share my secret:
1. Pull into your desired parking spot
2. Clutch out, neutral.
3. Take it up to about 4500-5000 RPM. If you have the basic gauges, just listen for a rattle or knocking sound
4. Shift to 5th
5. Quickly lift your foot off the clutch
Presto - your XJ won't be going anywhere for a while. Try it in an empty lot to get used to the technique. Don't be embarassed - like learning stick the first time, this can take a few tries to get right.
1. Pull into your desired parking spot
2. Clutch out, neutral.
3. Take it up to about 4500-5000 RPM. If you have the basic gauges, just listen for a rattle or knocking sound
4. Shift to 5th
5. Quickly lift your foot off the clutch
Presto - your XJ won't be going anywhere for a while. Try it in an empty lot to get used to the technique. Don't be embarassed - like learning stick the first time, this can take a few tries to get right.
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Year: 1998
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
Hey i tried it and it worked good but it dont say P but thats ok now i'm trying to leave and it wont go back in D i tried tug of war with a comings earlier and it started making weird noises like clanking and stuff guy told me i probably broke a piston return spring what is that and where can i get one? I tried walmart in the auto parts section and they dont have it?
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Year: 1995
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 2.5 4 cyl.
I read somewhere it was an exhaust bearing control line. Replaced that and now i'm good to go. Thanks guys!
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Year: 2001
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0L I6 HO
Oh man this is becoming a headache for real lol. Need to start a troll thread and keep this clean.
And a quick side note, it's the fluid for the electric horn you need to help quiet rods, its very thin
And a quick side note, it's the fluid for the electric horn you need to help quiet rods, its very thin
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Year: '99 and '91
Model: Cherokee
Anyone ever use drings where factory tow hooks go?
I'm thinking of something like a dring reciever for a hitch except attached to where stock tow hooks would go.
I'm thinking of something like a dring reciever for a hitch except attached to where stock tow hooks would go.
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Year: 1994
Model: Cherokee
Engine: Inline 6 4.0L High Output
Yeah look up high country 4x4, before they went out of business they made some. Also a write up on JF about them... I wanted some till I bought a bumper lol...
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Year: 1995
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 2.5 4 cyl.
I wouldnt do it unless you plan to connect each side together so it's solid. I honestly wouldnt trust the tow hooks on a recovery. One good real hard pull on the tow hook and you'll need to take your jeep to the frame puller..
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Year: 1998
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
I dont know how strong it would be but I saw a guy who found a large d-ring/hook and he bolted to a piece of square tubing which then bolted into the rear unibody where the hitch mounts. My plan is to get a hitch and a d-ring receiver.
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Year: 1995
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It'll be strong.. Just if he's gonna make it i was just pointing out he should brace the two mounts together.. would make it alot stronger.
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Year: 1994
Model: Cherokee
Engine: Inline 6 4.0L High Output
Quadratec sells something like this
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Now, where to get those.... if its too exspensive may look at making them, the dring mount part at least.