I知 so damn tired of this shutting down problem
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From: san bernardino
Year: 1994
Model: Cherokee (XJ)
Engine: v6 4.0 ohv
So I have my 1994 Jeep Cherokee sport and it値l drive for a good distance then it値l shut down and show a check engine light but it値l turn back on just fine . I致e changed the CPS , I haven稚 tried the computer and it痴 timing is perfect I don稚 see why it keeps doing this ... also the gas gauge doesn稚 work ... I checked and the fuel pressure is fine ..
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From: Pasco,WA
Year: 2001
Model: Grand Cherokee (WJ)
Engine: 4.7L
It looks like you live in California. Maybe the state has started sending out electromagnetic pulses to shut engines down so as to lower carbon emissions?
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Year: 1994
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Engine: v6 4.0 ohv
I知 very new to these jeeps what relays would I check to know and how would I find the voltage that they need in order to function ...QUOTE=tech;3579164]Did you check the relays and grounds and maybe the wiring at the ignition switch ,[/QUOTE]
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The first thing a mechanic would do is read the code, to see if it indicates crank sensor issues, I presume you have read the code ?
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From: Manlius, east of Syracuse, NY
Year: 2000 XJ Sport & WJ Laredo
Model: Grand Cherokee (WJ)
Engine: 4.0L
In my experience, a failing CPS won't set a code, unless it has failed completely. It could be a loose connection in the circuit causing loss of the signal, making the PCM shut it down by dropping out the ASD relay. The ASD relay, or any relay, needs a full 12v for the coil to hold it in. This current is supplied by the PCM thru drivers, which are solid state relays themselves. They use 5v signals to switch 12v. The CPS signal is a pulsing 5v signal, so wiring connections are critical.
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From: Lost in the wilds of Virginia
Year: 1998 Classic (I'll get it running soon....) and 02 Grand
Model: Cherokee (XJ)
Engine: 4.0
Start by cleaning your grounds.
See Cruiser54.com
And that CPS..... If it was not NGK/NTK, it's probably your problem.
But check your grounds.
See Cruiser54.com
And that CPS..... If it was not NGK/NTK, it's probably your problem.
But check your grounds.
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From: Hangover, PA
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In my experience, a failing CPS won't set a code, unless it has failed completely. It could be a loose connection in the circuit causing loss of the signal, making the PCM shut it down by dropping out the ASD relay. The ASD relay, or any relay, needs a full 12v for the coil to hold it in. This current is supplied by the PCM thru drivers, which are solid state relays themselves. They use 5v signals to switch 12v. The CPS signal is a pulsing 5v signal, so wiring connections are critical.



