Where are the ground points on a Jeep Cherokee?
Note that some of these are ‘add-on’ ground points! The factory wimped out and only used the harness and a braided ground strap located on the rear, driver’s side of the head that then attaches to the firewall. If someone removes this ground strap (or it goes bad) then you will end up with all kinds of bizarre electrical and engine issues!
Why was Willys Overland chosen to build the Jeep?
The United States decided to choose one manufacturer, Willy’s-Overland Motors, to build the Jeep. Willy’s won the contract due to its engine being the more powerful of the three and, as such, an order for 16,000 vehicles was placed.
Where to get ground cable for Jeep Cherokee?
Go down to your local auto parts store and pick up a generic, pre-made battery ground cable that has an ‘eye’ on both ends. Attach this at the shown mounting bolt for the dipstick tube and then connect it directly to the frame / front chassis. (There are a couple of good locations – you’ll have to crawl under and see for yourself!)
How to diagnose erratic behavior of a Jeep Cherokee?
If this one is gone… count on wierd engine behavior! On RENIX (Non-HO) 4.0L engines you should be on extra alert regarding your TPS ground wire! Check for leakage / high-resistance and if necessary install a jumper ground wire direct from the TPS side of the connector direct to the firewall ground.
Note that some of these are ‘add-on’ ground points! The factory wimped out and only used the harness and a braided ground strap located on the rear, driver’s side of the head that then attaches to the firewall. If someone removes this ground strap (or it goes bad) then you will end up with all kinds of bizarre electrical and engine issues!
Is it possible for a Jeep Cherokee to not start?
People will swear it won’t start, but suddenly, it starts right up and drives fine. Other times, it would start normally with first turn of key! My Jeep would sometimes lose power while accelerating. I would pull over, turn key off and restart it and it would drive fine.
Is there a problem with my Jeep Grand Cherokee?
I own a 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee, and I have had intermittent starting problems for the past several years. Every once in a while, I get in my car and it just doesn’t start.
Why does my Jeep Grand Cherokee intermittently start?
Intermittent starting, sometimes takes 20-100 (+) tries to turn key and get it to crank. If I was in a hurry or had a passenger, it seemed to know and would take 5+ minutes turning key before it would crank and start! I joked it gave me ‘car-ple tunnel!’
What’s the problem with my 1999 Jeep Wrangler?
Well…found out what the problem is. I finally took my 1999 TJ to a Jeep Dealership, and after a few times taking it to them, because it would never act up. It was determined that the valve springs are sticking, which according to them, that would explain the hesitation and rough idling.
I own a 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee, and I have had intermittent starting problems for the past several years. Every once in a while, I get in my car and it just doesn’t start.
How often does my Jeep Grand Cherokee not start?
I own a 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee, and I have had intermittent starting problems for the past several years. Every once in a while, I get in my car and it just doesn’t start. It was very infrequent for 2-3 years, but recently it’s been happening a few times per month.
Where does the ground strap go on a jeep Pentastar?
2012 Overland with the Pentastar. Yesterday, under the hood, I found a ground strap on the passenger side that came loose. One side is bolted to the frame, but I don’t see where the other end is supposed to go. There’s some auxiliary relays behind the main power box above and possibly within reach.
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.
When did the Jeep Cherokee get a new engine?
A stiffer unibody frame brought improvements to noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) measurements. Also contributing to NVH improvements were new door seals that reduced wind noise at higher speeds. In the middle of the 1999 model year, vehicles with the 4.0 L engine received a revised intake manifold.
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.