What happens when the CPS on a Jeep Cherokee stops working?
If the CPS stops working, the Jeep simply will not run, though a malfunctioning CPS can cause the engine to run rough or start hard. The CPS isn’t difficult to change, and if you suspect a defective one, changing it may prevent you from being stranded when it stops working entirely.
Where is the CPS cable on a Jeep Cherokee?
Remove the cable from the clip. Trace the cable from the CPS to the the top of the engine and locate the weather-proof connector where it plugs into the main wiring harness. Unplug the connector, being careful not to break the tab on the connector. Remove the old CPS and cable from the Jeep.
Why is my crank sensor on my Jeep Cherokee not working?
If your Jeep Cherokee stalls unexpectedly, runs rough, starts hard, or doesn’t start at all, you may have a bad crankshaft position sensor (CPS).
Why does my Jeep 4.0L have no spark?
It’s almost impossible for all 6 COP ignition coils to fail at the exact same time… so the most likely cause for this no spark condition is a bad crankshaft position sensor. But before you go out and replace the crank sensor, you need to test it (to make sure it’s fried).
If the CPS stops working, the Jeep simply will not run, though a malfunctioning CPS can cause the engine to run rough or start hard. The CPS isn’t difficult to change, and if you suspect a defective one, changing it may prevent you from being stranded when it stops working entirely.
Can a spark test be done on a no start Jeep?
Testing for spark can very easily and safely be done with a dedicated spark tester. If the ignition system is the cause of the cranks but does not start condition, you’re not gonna’ see spark at any of the 6 spark plug wires or 6 COP ignition coils.
Remove the cable from the clip. Trace the cable from the CPS to the the top of the engine and locate the weather-proof connector where it plugs into the main wiring harness. Unplug the connector, being careful not to break the tab on the connector. Remove the old CPS and cable from the Jeep.
How many AC volts does my Renix Jeep have?
If you are down in the .35 AC volts range or lower on your meter reading, you can have intermittent crank/no-start conditions from your Renix Jeep. Some NEW CPSs (from the big box parts stores) have registered only .2 AC volts while reading the proper resistance!! That’s a definite no-start condition.
How is the crankshaft position sensor in a Jeep Grand Cherokee?
As you can see in the photo above, the crankshaft position sensor is a 3-wire sensor. Since it’s a Hall Effect sensor, it needs power and Ground to generate its crankshaft position signal. Power is in the form of 8 Volts DC (1994-1995 5.2L V8 Jeep Grand Cherokee) or 5 Volts DC (1996 5.2L V8 Jeep Grand Cherokee).
How do you install CPS on a Jeep Cherokee?
Remove the old CPS and cable from the Jeep. Install the new CPS in the location that you removed the old one from, using the two 7/16-inch bolts. Route the cable from the new CPS up to the clip on the bell housing and install the cable under it.
Can you test the crank sensor on a Jeep Cherokee?
The crank sensor on your Jeep is a Hall Effect type sensor and it can not be tested by a simple resistance test. Don’t let this stop you from reading this article because the test I’m gonna’ show you is very easy and is done in Volts DC mode on your multimeter.
If you are down in the .35 AC volts range or lower on your meter reading, you can have intermittent crank/no-start conditions from your Renix Jeep. Some NEW CPSs (from the big box parts stores) have registered only .2 AC volts while reading the proper resistance!! That’s a definite no-start condition.