94 XJ Front Suspension Problems
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From: miami
Year: 1994
Model: Cherokee(XJ)
Engine: 4.0L
Hello everybody.
So my XJ has 166k miles and the previous owner had it seating outside for about 2 years. Every time I drive it I feel like there is something wrong with the suspension, It takes bumps really hard, and when I'm driving down the street it wobbles like crazy. which major parts should I replace, is it a DIY job?
So my XJ has 166k miles and the previous owner had it seating outside for about 2 years. Every time I drive it I feel like there is something wrong with the suspension, It takes bumps really hard, and when I'm driving down the street it wobbles like crazy. which major parts should I replace, is it a DIY job?
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From: Groton, MA
Year: 1995
Model: Cherokee(XJ)
Engine: I6 4.0L
From your description that's classic symptoms of bad shocks.
What I would do is use google/forum search and find the best write-ups you can on checking each suspension component, including:
shocks
springs
ball joints
sway bar links
track bar
tie rods and steering components
I would as part of this take a close look at all the bushings for dry/cracking and looseness - stuff like sway-bar to frame, control arms, leaf springs, shocks.
I would replace anything that's questionable.
Most everything is a pretty straightforward DIY job. Some stuff may require specialty tools that you can rent for free from your local parts store.
What I would do is use google/forum search and find the best write-ups you can on checking each suspension component, including:
shocks
springs
ball joints
sway bar links
track bar
tie rods and steering components
I would as part of this take a close look at all the bushings for dry/cracking and looseness - stuff like sway-bar to frame, control arms, leaf springs, shocks.
I would replace anything that's questionable.
Most everything is a pretty straightforward DIY job. Some stuff may require specialty tools that you can rent for free from your local parts store.
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