What to do about Grand Cherokee instrument cluster failure?

Need pin out voltages for a 98 grand cherokee larado connector to the cluster . ( RHDrive ) Not willing to insert a new cluster untill loom checks out. My connector shows different to the infrmation provided by a friendly Adelaide jeep dealership.

Do You need PIN out voltage for 98 Grand Cherokee Larado?

Hello, Need pin out voltages for a 98 grand cherokee larado connector to the cluster . ( RHDrive ) Not willing to insert a new cluster untill loom checks out.

Why is my instrument cluster not working on my Jeep XJ?

Went to start the XJ last night to load it onto the trailer to move it to my buddy’s shop and it would start, run for 3-4 seconds and then shut off. The cluster has stopped working again too. I decided to hook my OBD2 scanner up figuring there was probably a code and I pulled the following: P1686, P1694, P1698.

Why is the CPS on my Jeep Cherokee not working?

According tothe All Data the white w/ double black trace and the purple with brown trace wires are communication wires that go back to the PCM. Again, another reason why I don’t think that the CPS is bad.

Hello, Need pin out voltages for a 98 grand cherokee larado connector to the cluster . ( RHDrive ) Not willing to insert a new cluster untill loom checks out.

Are there CD’s in a 98 Jeep Grand Cherokee?

( South Australia) Most manuals show this info but have only got wrangler and cherokee CD’s not Grand cherokee 98 !!!! Also, most diagrams show 2 ground terminals and mine reads as if there is no earth.

What to do if your Jeep instrument is off?

If all the modules are unplugged and the BUS voltage is still off, separate the connector near the instrument cluster to test the BUS voltage straight out of the printed circuit board. If the voltage returns to normal, there’s a problem with the wiring harness.

What kind of CCD bus does Jeep use?

The same two-wire CCD BUS that Chrysler has been using for years on its cars is now being used on Jeeps and trucks, giving today’s Jeep Wrangler a new level of sophistication. If the instrument cluster doesn’t work, first determine which gauges don’t operate or if the whole cluster is down.

What does it mean if your instrument cluster has failed?

Ffinally cluster has failed permently on all but hard wired items .ie no gauges and warning lights but dimmer control and ABS warning light working? . vehicle towed home. Fault gone no fuse blows but still no cluster.

What does the check gauge light mean on a Jeep Grand Cherokee?

If your “Check Gauges” light is on, the light means pretty much whay it says…CHECK GAUGES! One or more of your gauges is/are reading outside of normal operating range.

How to know if your Jeep Grand Cherokee is out of fuel?

You could be nearly out of fuel (Fuel gauge reading near empty) Your oil pressure could be low (OIl Pressure gauge reading very low)….You have to look at your gauges to find out what is going on that is not normal. You can’t post conmments that contain an email address.

Why is the instrument cluster on my Jeep Cherokee not working?

Checked the fuses, as well as the hot to the cluster from the fuse and back to the battery. Next plan is the grounds and then the connectors. Not liking this instrument panel

What kind of gauges should I use on my 1999 XJ?

Lol I’m thinking may just go with all aftermarket gauges , speedo and tach…..trace out the indicator lights and do it custom….any thoughts on gauges? I have a 1999 XJ – and the instrument cluster occassionaly stops working — with mine, if you push on it towards the bottom (nearest the odo reset) it will reseat and continue working for months.

Where is the fuse box on a Jeep Grand Cherokee?

It is located behind the lid under the glove compartment. Back-Up Lamp Switch (Diesel), Vehicle Information Center, Graphic Display Module (Mini Overhead Console), Park/Neutral Position Switch, Speed Proportional Steering Module, Headlamp Leveling Switch, Combination Flasher, Automatic Day/Night Mirror, Overhead Console

Is the 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee a good buy?

Changed idle air control valve sensor and throttle body sensor (both less than $80) and got back its original mileage & performance. Had trans rebuilt @162K, changed radiator, water pump, some other minor I did myself. The inline 6 is a good buy. Friend has 96 with 483K still running & driving. Was this review helpful? (11) (0)

What makes a 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee stall?

Well this jeep is highly dependable, but there are quite a few sensors that tend to go bad and cause it to stall/lose power/misfire. Main things I have had to replace are Crankshaft Position sensor, fuel pump, and Idle air control valve.

Is the Jeep Grand Cherokee a good car?

Is the Jeep Grand Cherokee inline 6 good?

Recently changed idle air control valve and throttle body sensor; got back to average 19MPG in city & 23 MPG HWY. Solid engine, would recommend the inline 6 and would buy again but this one is till running literally like it was 12 years ago. Was this review helpful?

Where does the Jeep Cherokee XJ come from?

Indonesia: Pademangan, North Jakarta (PT. Indonesian Swedish Manufacturing Company) The Jeep Cherokee (XJ) is a compact sport utility vehicle manufactured and marketed across a single generation by Jeep in the United States from 1983 to 2001 — and globally through 2014.

Is there a two door version of the Jeep Cherokee?

Both two- and four-door versions of the XJ Cherokee were offered throughout its lifetime, each having exactly the same track and wheelbase measurements. Two-door models, however, received longer doors and front seats that could fold forward to assist in rear passenger entry and exit.

Where does the new Jeep Cherokee get its name?

Cherokee name revival in the U.S. The Jeep Liberty was sold outside of North America as the Jeep Cherokee (KK), allowing the new Cherokee to be easily marketed globally. Jeep also believes the Cherokee name will attract previous Jeep owners, because of the name’s heritage. The new Cherokee is built in Toledo, Ohio.

When did Jeep stop making the Jeep Cherokee?

“One of the first moves Bernhard made when he came to Chrysler in 2000 was to help kill the Jeep Cherokee, an aging, somewhat bland SUV.”. Thus, the (XJ) Cherokee line was replaced in 2002 by the Jeep Liberty (KJ), although it retained the “Cherokee” nameplate in most foreign markets.

What to do if your instrument cluster stops working?

Not liking this instrument panel Hit the top of the dash and see if the instruments come to life. There’s a Technical Service Bulletin that addresses instrument clusters going dead. It basically requires splicing in a new connector to the instrument cluster.

Can a check engine light be removed from an instrument cluster?

The cluster acts like a mini-BCM, there will be no easy way to drive a check engine light if you remove the cluster, if you need the check engine light for IM test you will be in trouble, not to mention the fact that you will not know when you have an ECU problem.

Is the gauge cluster connected to the ECU?

Have the local dealer test your ECU, it is data lines (digital 1 & 0) that send the info to the cluster from the ECU. You can’t easily by-pass the gauge cluster because the ECU interfaces with the cluster.

When to replace the gauge cluster on a Jeep Cherokee?

This video shows the process for replacing a Jeep Cherokee instrument cluster / gauge cluster and correcting the mileage. This process can also be used for upgrading from the idiot light cluster to the full gauges. This procedure applies to all 1997-2001 Jeep Cherokees (XJ). This procedure should also apply to 1997-2001 Jeep TJ Wranglers.

When to do odometer correction for Jeep Cherokee?

This process can also be used for upgrading from the idiot light cluster to the full gauges. This procedure applies to all 1997-2001 Jeep Cherokees (XJ). This procedure should also apply to 1997-2001 Jeep TJ Wranglers. This procedure may work for 2007+ Jeep Wrangler JK. Loading…

Why are the mileage gauges on my Jeep Cherokee not working?

Every once in a while when driving the airbag light turns on and the gauges do not work. When this happens the mileage does not record. We found out that by hitting the horn lightly two times the gauges will work again. Not a big deal, but annoying. The gauges on the dashboard sometimes don’t work.

What’s the problem with my 1998 Jeep Cherokee?

No one has added a helpful site for this 1998 Cherokee problem yet. Be the first! Read reviews of repair shops in your area. Enter your zip code: After the dealer fixed the problem for the recall on the airbag module problem, the airbag light stays on and gauges and odometer work intermittently. The gauges are not working 80% of the time.

Why are all the lights on my Jeep Cherokee not working?

The lights work (cel, seatbelt light, air bag, etc) but the actual gauges don’t work. Any ideas of where I should check? All the grounds seem to be connected, and I haven’t made any changes with wiring in regard to the cluster.

How can I Fix my grandcherokee instrument cluster failure?

Have stripped out loom around power distribution box – no visible damage and no electrical fault between relay coil to power control computer . Any way if there was an earth ing fault there the fuse would not blow. Must be a fault between fuse and relay but this goes into the main loom and difficult to get to.

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