96 Cherokee won't start
02-06-2012, 03:57 PM
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96 Cherokee won't start
My 96 Cherokee won't start. It acted like a plugged fuel filter so I replaced it. it starts and runs as long as I keep my foot on the pedal but dies when I lift. Any ideas?
02-06-2012, 04:09 PM
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Year: 1998
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02-06-2012, 04:25 PM
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you know I've been suspecting the battery too. I'll take a volt meter tomorrow and check it. Does anyone know what it should be? Like not lower than 11 or something isn't it?
02-06-2012, 04:30 PM
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Idle air control valve too. it just started doing it one day after driving about 1/4 mile from the house but I was only going 10 or so. I'll volt test it then jump it to my GMC for about 20-30 seconds and see if it stays running. If that doesn't work i'll take the idle air control valve off and check it. thanks yall.
02-06-2012, 04:32 PM
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A good fully charged battery should show 12+ volts (engine off) and 14+ volts with engine running. Sorry, i don't know exact specs. I'd suspect a dirty or sticking pintle in the IAC valve.
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02-07-2012, 07:57 PM
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Voltage testing of the battery is inconclusive. LOAD TESTING is the only way to determine battery condition.
A marginal battery is probably the #1 root cause of stalling of the 4.0
I answer 2-3 threads a week on this specific issue.
Glad you got it resolved!
A marginal battery is probably the #1 root cause of stalling of the 4.0
I answer 2-3 threads a week on this specific issue.
Glad you got it resolved!
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