Signs of a weak oil pump?
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Year: 1997
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
Signs of a weak oil pump?
I have '97 with 153,000 miles. Lately I have noticed a low end knock when I start up, usually when cold, but also more recently when it has been sitting awhile. It is the same sound I hear after an oil change on this and other high mileage vehicles.
My theory is that the pump may not be holding a prime, and there is some slippage until started. My idiot light (no gauges) comes on for a sec after it starts and everything is fine, no knocking when running, except for a slight lifter sound.
Is it time for an oil pump replacement or kit, or is there something else going on?
Thanx for any help
My theory is that the pump may not be holding a prime, and there is some slippage until started. My idiot light (no gauges) comes on for a sec after it starts and everything is fine, no knocking when running, except for a slight lifter sound.
Is it time for an oil pump replacement or kit, or is there something else going on?
Thanx for any help
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Year: 1992
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What kind of oil filter are you running? I would suggest running a mopar oil filter to see if this corrects your problem. A lot of lower end oil filters have sub par drain back valves
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Year: 2001
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
i got the same thing going on with my 2001.. not when its cold but after ive drivin for some time and let it sit for more then 10 mins... there a 1/2 sec of low end knock when i restart, then it goes away... i dont think it enof to do damge, but still it shouldint be happenin... mopar fillter i will try as well
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