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Jan 23, 2011 | 08:34 PM

Stephen102938

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Model: Cherokee

Back hatch

Hello, I have a 97 XJ sport, I really have to slam my back hatch to get it securely closed. Is this normal? If not, what could I do to fix it? When I don't shut it really hard, there is an annoying rattle every time I hit a bump. All help will be appreciated
-Stephen

Jan 23, 2011 | 08:40 PM

xj_maniac_newb

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From: Summerville, Ga

Year: 1995

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 2.5 4 cyl.

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Originally Posted by Stephen102938

Get some lubricating spray ( I used pb blaster) and spray it on the locking parts in the hatch. Should help, fixed my problem. But careful pb blaster will stain stuff real easy

Jan 23, 2011 | 08:42 PM

Stephen102938

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Originally Posted by xj_maniac_newb

Get some lubricating spray ( I used pb blaster) and spray it on the locking parts in the hatch. Should help, fixed my problem. But careful pb blaster will stain stuff real easy

Thanks man! I will give that a try

Jan 23, 2011 | 08:43 PM

JCKustoms

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Year: 2000

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0

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Originally Posted by Stephen102938

If a spray lubricant doesn't work try loosening the two torx head bolts (on the lower mount) and adjust it aft (back) a little and see if it latches better.

Last edited by JCKustoms; Jan 23, 2011 at 09:42 PM.