I know that several changes were made between the 96XJ and the 97XJ (most noticable being the sheet metal).

Are their any real differnces between similarly equipped (4.0 Auto) 95XJ's and 96XJ's or was it really just paint?

Thanks,
Keith

 

The difference is....









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1 year

 

Obd1 to obd2 thats it.

 

obd1 - obd2 - not sure what this is...

 

the computer port and diagnostics system.


also 96 had added body strength and I cant remember what year they switched to the bigger u-joints (30% bigger) i believe it was 96.....

 

No, that was '94. 297 U joints.

 

cool, thank you. I couldnt remember the exact date for the u-joint swap.

 

Minor refinements continued for the Cherokee in 1996. Both the four- and six-cylinder engines were tweaked to run smoother and quieter. The inline six now produced its power at lower rpm, making it more responsive whether accelerating from a light or towing a trailer up a steep grade.

Safety and reliability were both enhanced this year. An automatic transmission/brake pedal interlock reduced the chance of an accident by requiring the driver to apply the brake when moving the gear selector out of Park. The electrical system was upgraded via a heavy-duty alternator and battery. And the engine received a stiffer block, new aluminum pistons and a new powertrain control module.