just shuts off for a few seconds
11-12-2015, 03:42 PM
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just shuts off for a few seconds
Hi all,
have a 95 Cherokee, high miles(318k+) normally runs great but lately every once in a while it just shuts off. only for a few seconds. It's like I;m driving along and the key turns off and then I coast and then it comes back on. I know its electrical but I cant determine just what it is. If any body can help I sure would appreciate it.
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Jeepster nut
have a 95 Cherokee, high miles(318k+) normally runs great but lately every once in a while it just shuts off. only for a few seconds. It's like I;m driving along and the key turns off and then I coast and then it comes back on. I know its electrical but I cant determine just what it is. If any body can help I sure would appreciate it.
Thanks
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11-12-2015, 06:25 PM
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Year: 1999
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Engine: 4.0
There certainly are a number of possibilities, but one of them is that your "crankshaft position sensor" is starting to fail. It is a VERY common failure on the 4.0
Do you know the history of this vehicle? Has the crank sensor ever been replaced? Have you ever seen a check engine light? If so, you must retrieve codes for clues.
If you do end up replacing the crank sensor, do yourself a BIG favor and buy a genuine MOPAR crank sensor from Jeep. Well worth the few extra bucks in reliability and longevity.
Good luck and be sure to keep us updated; we're all learning here.
Do you know the history of this vehicle? Has the crank sensor ever been replaced? Have you ever seen a check engine light? If so, you must retrieve codes for clues.
If you do end up replacing the crank sensor, do yourself a BIG favor and buy a genuine MOPAR crank sensor from Jeep. Well worth the few extra bucks in reliability and longevity.
Good luck and be sure to keep us updated; we're all learning here.
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