My 1990 XJ keeps stalling at slow speeds, need advice!
08-21-2010, 09:39 AM
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My 1990 XJ keeps stalling at slow speeds, need advice!
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1990 4x4 Cherokee "Pioneer", 130k miles
Symptoms: Engine stalls/driving wheel locks up during low speeds and/or coming to a stop (stop sign, yields, slow turns, etc).
I have replaced the fuel filter. Nothing else has been done at this point.
I did search this forum and saw something about it possibly being time to replace the IAC motor. I was going to do this, but then checked the price and a new one costs $100! So, before buying, I wanted to be sure that this is what needs to be replaced.........or any other ideas? Thanks!
1990 4x4 Cherokee "Pioneer", 130k miles
Symptoms: Engine stalls/driving wheel locks up during low speeds and/or coming to a stop (stop sign, yields, slow turns, etc).
I have replaced the fuel filter. Nothing else has been done at this point.
I did search this forum and saw something about it possibly being time to replace the IAC motor. I was going to do this, but then checked the price and a new one costs $100! So, before buying, I wanted to be sure that this is what needs to be replaced.........or any other ideas? Thanks!
08-21-2010, 10:11 AM
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Engine: l6 HO
Stats:
1990 4x4 Cherokee "Pioneer", 130k miles
Symptoms: Engine stalls/driving wheel locks up during low speeds and/or coming to a stop (stop sign, yields, slow turns, etc).
I have replaced the fuel filter. Nothing else has been done at this point.
I did search this forum and saw something about it possibly being time to replace the IAC motor. I was going to do this, but then checked the price and a new one costs $100! So, before buying, I wanted to be sure that this is what needs to be replaced.........or any other ideas? Thanks!
1990 4x4 Cherokee "Pioneer", 130k miles
Symptoms: Engine stalls/driving wheel locks up during low speeds and/or coming to a stop (stop sign, yields, slow turns, etc).
I have replaced the fuel filter. Nothing else has been done at this point.
I did search this forum and saw something about it possibly being time to replace the IAC motor. I was going to do this, but then checked the price and a new one costs $100! So, before buying, I wanted to be sure that this is what needs to be replaced.........or any other ideas? Thanks!
https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f2/rea...tps-iac-23346/
08-21-2010, 11:13 AM
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Hi Tj,
I will read the linked thread. Thanks.
Yes, when I mentioned the "driving wheel", I was referring to the steering wheel locking up due to the power steering that stops pumping when the motor stalls. THanks.
I will read the linked thread. Thanks.
Yes, when I mentioned the "driving wheel", I was referring to the steering wheel locking up due to the power steering that stops pumping when the motor stalls. THanks.
08-21-2010, 04:09 PM
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Update: I just cleaned the IAC motor and the valve.
Did not help alleviate the stalling issues. So, I took the IAC valve out again to double check it was opening, etc. Bad idea...the little dome/pin in the valve popped out of my hand and fell down into the engine somewhere...spent hours looking for it...looks like I'll have to buy a new one, regardless
In the meantime, anyone else got any other ideas?
Did not help alleviate the stalling issues. So, I took the IAC valve out again to double check it was opening, etc. Bad idea...the little dome/pin in the valve popped out of my hand and fell down into the engine somewhere...spent hours looking for it...looks like I'll have to buy a new one, regardless
In the meantime, anyone else got any other ideas?
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