What did you do to your Cherokee today?
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From: SoCal
Year: 1987
Model: Cherokee (XJ)
It wouldn't run with those numbers. Something is not working right. It doesnt make a big difference if the throttle is open or not. Even a cold engine should read better then that. Get another tester.
All I can say is take your time replacing the alternator. It at first looks deceptively simple and yet in practice a colossal PIA.
Remove the battery tray. I had to cause I have a front skid but it was not that bad getting it out for me on my '00. Funny thing was when I installed the front skid I realized if I ever had to do this job out from underneath was not an option. So I removed my battery tray, anti-seized all the bolts, cleaned it up and put it back together. Well sure enough............
99 cherokee classic p0340 crank no start no spark
HELP!!!! this is my first actually asking for help but I've been reading alot of these forums and learned a lot from u guys but now I need help I have a crank but no start with no spark I have replaced the coil,plug wires,distributor cap,cam position sensor,crank postion sensor there's no breaks in any of the wires on the harness. After this I'm stump on why I'm getting the code and no spark please any idea would help
I always thought my suspension was in good shape height wise. Finally got around to measuring it. On the the most level ground I could find I am at 16.5 inches in the rear and 17.25 in the front. With a full tank of gas. Thinking this is nothing. Especially with the additional weight I have put on her lately. The running boards, skids, the power seats, etc but I have been toying with duplicating an Up Country suspension. I currently own some Snap On and Harbor Freight 3 ton ones and wondering if I should go a little bigger if and when.
Last edited by Ralph77; 03-02-2018 at 04:35 PM.
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From: Hangover, PA
Year: 1998
Model: Cherokee(XJ)
Engine: 4.0L
There could have been leaks around the threads. Possibly from not being tight enough
The higher the jack stands will put your XJ the better when doing the suspension. The 4t ones extend to a bit over 17 1/4". The 6t ones extend to 23 3/4". I used 4 6t ones when I did mine.
https://www.craftsman.com/products/c...tands-one-pair
https://www.craftsman.com/products/c...tands-one-pair
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From: Frederick, MD from Cleveland, OH
Year: 1993 YJ Wrangler
Engine: 4.0 I6
I'll be buying 6-ton (or possibly 12t) this summer just because my Wrangler is so damn tall. But don't be too concerned about the weight. Remember the stand isn't holding your entire vehicle
The higher the jack stands will put your XJ the better when doing the suspension. The 4t ones extend to a bit over 17 1/4". The 6t ones extend to 23 3/4". I used 4 6t ones when I did mine.
https://www.craftsman.com/products/c...tands-one-pair
https://www.craftsman.com/products/c...tands-one-pair
Probably just as well. Now I can just buy them if and when instead of jumping on the Craftsmen now cause of the price. Would be $35 for the two sets before tax though.
Last edited by Ralph77; 03-02-2018 at 04:51 PM.
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From: SEMO
Year: 2000
Model: Cherokee (XJ)
Engine: 4.0 L6
I use 4 jacks stands frequently when working on one end of the vehicle. They're not just for holding the frame & body up; you need a second set to hold parts of the suspension or drivetrain in place at times.
I was thinking about that. But figured I could use my Snap On and Harbor Freight 3 tons ones for the axles and use the 4 Craftsmen for the Jeep itself. But I am guessing if I do one end at a time I can just get by with one set of the 6 ton.