'96 Driver door makes loud snapping noise (with checkstrap pin in place)

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10-25-2018, 05:18 AM

awg

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Year: 96

Model: Cherokee (XJ)

Engine: 4.0

'96 Driver door makes loud snapping noise (with checkstrap pin in place)

When I got this car, the drivers door came without the door checkstrap retaining pin fitted

When I fitted a temp, it causes a loud snapping/clacking noise when the door is fully opened (and subsequently closed)

I seem to recall this means something evil is broken (from another vehicle)

advice to diagnose/repair, and whether I should disconnect the check strap..and be careful with the door, as the upper hinge on my previous vehicle was needing repair from door stress

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10-25-2018, 11:09 AM

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Year: 1988

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0 Renix

My passenger has done that for years. I would get some lubricant and spray the door check liberally with it and also the hinges. Other than that I wouldnt worry about it. You can buy new door checks if it really bothers you. I believe quadratec has them.