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Old Sep 7, 2012 | 08:09 AM
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Year: 1996
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Engine: 4.0L, K&N filter, throttle body riser, Rugged Ridge header
Default Cranks but will not start

Hey, all...Having some XJ issues!
I was driving along at highway speeds and lost power when attempting to accelerate up an incline (engine started skipping, and then I lost power everything and the engine cut out). Cranked but would not start again for about 15 minutes. It then started up fine and was running well. I proceeded to the nearest exit and took a break (was assuming an overheating issue). Then I got back on the highway and had the same problem within a mile.
Since then, it cranks normally but will not start.
Replaced: Spark plugs, cap, rotor, CPS
Tested: Injectors
Going to test: Compression, fuel pressure (the pump works, I just don't know if it is outputting the necessary pressure)
Any ideas about what it could be? My latest thought was that it could be the ECU, but I really have no idea.
Thanks!
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Old Sep 7, 2012 | 08:59 AM
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Are you getting any spark at the sparkplugs? If not it could possibly your coil or even the camshaft position sensor. A camshaft position ssensor going out will cause the same issues as a crankshaft position sensor (cps) going out. Id also check the fuel pressure to ensure you are getting the correct fuel pressure.
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Old Sep 7, 2012 | 10:11 AM
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what he said! short, sweet and straight to the point
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