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08-25-2010, 02:47 AM
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So I'm definitely new to this. Bear with me guys haha. I have a 94 Cherokee 2wd Auto. A little while back my headlight on the left hand side stopped working. Soon after the right side stopped too. I assumed it was the bulbs so I switched em out. Still nothing. The high beams work just fine but they won't stay on unless I hold them there. All other lights work fine as well. Gauge lights work as well when I pull the light switch out one click but when I pull it all the way out the headlights don't come on. I checked all fuses and they're good. Please Help!
08-25-2010, 03:03 AM
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What gives you the impression that it is a 5 speed is the operation of the lock-up torque converter in 3rd and 4th gear.
08-25-2010, 04:20 AM
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I just bought a 2000 Cherokee XJ Sport and I have a couple issues to iron out. First off, the front end is loud and stiff! Now, I know that Jeeps ride relatively stiff, but this is out of the ordinary. When I hit a bump in the front, there is a loud knock that comes from the suspension, the steering feels a bit loose, and it feels like I have hit a semi truck. I'm bouncing all over the place. I just replaced the tires, but the old passenger front tire was worn (on the inside) completely to the steel belts. I'm wondering if anyone has input on common issues? I jacked the Jeep up and wiggled the tires at the 3 and 9 positions, then at the 6 and 12, and there was no real play at all, but I don't want to rule anything out. A visual inspection turned up no real indication.
The other problem I have is with the wipers. They simply don't work. I pulled out the motor and tested it, and it works fine. I don't know if its the switch or a relay, but I'd rather test the relay before buying a switch. Can anyone tell me where the relay/fuse is on this vehicle?
Thanks in advance for any input you might have!
The other problem I have is with the wipers. They simply don't work. I pulled out the motor and tested it, and it works fine. I don't know if its the switch or a relay, but I'd rather test the relay before buying a switch. Can anyone tell me where the relay/fuse is on this vehicle?
Thanks in advance for any input you might have!
For the other problem i sent you a PM.
08-25-2010, 04:24 AM
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Maybe this would be better suited here:
I recently cut and folded my fenders on my '00 XJ... While I had the rear tires off I found out that my bumpstops are ****! I pulled one off by hand. I also just recently put 30's on so I am going to need bumpstops if I hit the trails (especially once I take out that damn sway bar). My question to y'all is what are the best bumpstops to get? I would like to get a front and rear set (might as well do it right) and Im not scared to weld in rather than bolt on. I will more than likely be lifting 3" and may run a larger tire not too long after that so maybe adjustable bumpstops? Just let me know what y'all think I should do. Im mainly a JK guy so Im more familiar with the wranglers... Any help would be appreciated.
I recently cut and folded my fenders on my '00 XJ... While I had the rear tires off I found out that my bumpstops are ****! I pulled one off by hand. I also just recently put 30's on so I am going to need bumpstops if I hit the trails (especially once I take out that damn sway bar). My question to y'all is what are the best bumpstops to get? I would like to get a front and rear set (might as well do it right) and Im not scared to weld in rather than bolt on. I will more than likely be lifting 3" and may run a larger tire not too long after that so maybe adjustable bumpstops? Just let me know what y'all think I should do. Im mainly a JK guy so Im more familiar with the wranglers... Any help would be appreciated.
08-25-2010, 04:36 AM
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Thanks for the link but I was wanting adjustable... I found some JKS bumpstops that will probably work perfect... Not cheap though at about 300 bones for the whole set.
08-25-2010, 08:55 AM
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08-25-2010, 09:02 AM
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So I'm definitely new to this. Bear with me guys haha. I have a 94 Cherokee 2wd Auto. A little while back my headlight on the left hand side stopped working. Soon after the right side stopped too. I assumed it was the bulbs so I switched em out. Still nothing. The high beams work just fine but they won't stay on unless I hold them there. All other lights work fine as well. Gauge lights work as well when I pull the light switch out one click but when I pull it all the way out the headlights don't come on. I checked all fuses and they're good. Please Help!
My headlight switch connector went through a slow meltdown over a long period of time due to a mismated connector pin. Every now and again I'd catch a whiff of melting plastic. Several years went by and I always wondered what was that burning smell but could never pin it down until four years ago when my headlamps began to blink off sporadically. Upon attempting to replace my headlight switch I found the connector was melted (and very difficult to demate). The reason for the meltdown - one pin had missed it's hole when assembled at the factory - it had been inserted down to one side of the female contact rather than in it so it was making inadequate and resistive contact which got hot whenever the lights were on. See my photo album for images of melted headlamp switch connector. Good luck with yours.
08-25-2010, 03:34 PM
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is this a good buy and is this what i would need to get my ac running again i am missing a condensor in my xj and i didnt know if this is all i would need
http://www.jcwhitney.com/replacement...d=d1163y1992j4
http://www.jcwhitney.com/replacement...d=d1163y1992j4
08-25-2010, 04:33 PM
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so i did a bunch of research for a buddy in the past about boosting a jeep, but cant find or remember if the stock map sensor can handle any boost? i would assume not, but please enlighten me 
08-25-2010, 05:29 PM
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Im 100% Polish living in Chicago ;P
what is the CPS responsible for ?
I had a little argue with the steelership today & had to pay $200
for a diagnosis + Fuel pressure TEST, Fuel DRAIN & $20 worth of new fuel and another DRB TEST (no misfire codes )
Result--> Needs NEW PCM ,ONLY NEW NO GUARANTY or possibility of returning if doesnt help $1000
they said that they will not do any more testing b/c they dont need to :O
(I was hoping for a engine compression check & injector noid test)
Found a place that says that they will check my ECU-PCM-CPU for $40
reprogram it for $90 and if its bad a used reprogramed for $250
SADLY Im not able to any work on the car myself b/c of where I live
I know previous owner verry well, he left me the car after getting 4th DUI
befor leaving he told me that there was a lot of work done on a car like
1 of coil packs is new, spark plugs, wires, new exhaused, shocks, TMC reseted, ETC
but I dont really know what exaclly was accually DONE and checked !!
no receipts, no phone numbers
so I cant really relay on what he said :/
what do you think ? what should I do ?
what is the CPS responsible for ?
I had a little argue with the steelership today & had to pay $200
for a diagnosis + Fuel pressure TEST, Fuel DRAIN & $20 worth of new fuel and another DRB TEST (no misfire codes )
Result--> Needs NEW PCM ,ONLY NEW NO GUARANTY or possibility of returning if doesnt help $1000
they said that they will not do any more testing b/c they dont need to :O
(I was hoping for a engine compression check & injector noid test)
Found a place that says that they will check my ECU-PCM-CPU for $40
reprogram it for $90 and if its bad a used reprogramed for $250
SADLY Im not able to any work on the car myself b/c of where I live
I know previous owner verry well, he left me the car after getting 4th DUI
befor leaving he told me that there was a lot of work done on a car like
1 of coil packs is new, spark plugs, wires, new exhaused, shocks, TMC reseted, ETC
but I dont really know what exaclly was accually DONE and checked !!
no receipts, no phone numbers
so I cant really relay on what he said :/
what do you think ? what should I do ?
08-25-2010, 10:20 PM
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This is an easy one.....
I may be missing something, cuz I just joined, but how do I post a question??? I may be old, but I've owned quite a few Jeeps from a 1951 M1B (Still have it) to a 2004 Grand Cherokee - The older ones I've a bit of knowledge to share, but these new fangled ones with OBD II code readers and the like are a little beyond me - Could use some help!!
08-26-2010, 12:18 AM
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I have a 1989 5 speed Cherokee. What is are the ratios of 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th and most importantly 5th gear? I assume 4th is 1:1
The AW4 is a 4 speed automatic transmission (3 speed + overdrive). the ratios are: from 1st to 4th: 2.804-1.531-1.00-0.753.
What gives you the impression that it is a 5 speed is the operation of the lock-up torque converter in 3rd and 4th gear.
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Dahhhhh because it has a stick and a clutch and you have to shift the gears manually. My 1989 has the 5 speed manual tranny! My other 1988 has the 4 speed automatic. My question is again, what are the gear ratios of the 5 speed?
Originally Posted by 1988BlueBullet
I have a 1989 5 speed Cherokee. What is are the ratios of 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th and most importantly 5th gear? I assume 4th is 1:1
The AW4 is a 4 speed automatic transmission (3 speed + overdrive). the ratios are: from 1st to 4th: 2.804-1.531-1.00-0.753.
What gives you the impression that it is a 5 speed is the operation of the lock-up torque converter in 3rd and 4th gear.
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Dahhhhh because it has a stick and a clutch and you have to shift the gears manually. My 1989 has the 5 speed manual tranny! My other 1988 has the 4 speed automatic. My question is again, what are the gear ratios of the 5 speed?