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From: Prescott, Az
Year: 1990
Model: Cherokee (XJ)
Engine: 4.0
recently bought an '96 xj that just needed tranny work. jeep fires right up but when i push the clutch in and try to put it in gear it just grinds and won't engage.. there used to not be pressure in the clutch so i replaced the throw out bearing, slave cylinder, and clutch master cylinder. the clutch itself looked alright when i pulled the tranny out, but idk what else it could be.. anyone know what the hell my issue is? ha
They can be bear to bleed.
Try this:
Pump the clutch pedal 40 times. No bleeding at all. Check the fluid level. Walk away for 10 minutes. See how it is. Better? Do it again.
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Model: Cherokee
Can you use an 89 distributor cap on a 98?
I asked this once before and someone said yes, after reading the renix to ho swap I seen this bit of info:
You will need to use your Renix distributor as it is different than the HO because they use different fuel management systems.
So Ill ask it once again and see if anyone can chime in and tell me for sure. Can I use a distributor cap from an 89 on a 98? I got a spare one with my parts jeep that was brand new in the box, the parts jeep is an 89 and my dd is a 98.
I asked this once before and someone said yes, after reading the renix to ho swap I seen this bit of info:
You will need to use your Renix distributor as it is different than the HO because they use different fuel management systems.
So Ill ask it once again and see if anyone can chime in and tell me for sure. Can I use a distributor cap from an 89 on a 98? I got a spare one with my parts jeep that was brand new in the box, the parts jeep is an 89 and my dd is a 98.
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Joined: Aug 2011
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From: Prescott, Az
Year: 1990
Model: Cherokee (XJ)
Engine: 4.0
Can you use an 89 distributor cap on a 98?
I asked this once before and someone said yes, after reading the renix to ho swap I seen this bit of info:
You will need to use your Renix distributor as it is different than the HO because they use different fuel management systems.
So Ill ask it once again and see if anyone can chime in and tell me for sure. Can I use a distributor cap from an 89 on a 98? I got a spare one with my parts jeep that was brand new in the box, the parts jeep is an 89 and my dd is a 98.
I asked this once before and someone said yes, after reading the renix to ho swap I seen this bit of info:
You will need to use your Renix distributor as it is different than the HO because they use different fuel management systems.
So Ill ask it once again and see if anyone can chime in and tell me for sure. Can I use a distributor cap from an 89 on a 98? I got a spare one with my parts jeep that was brand new in the box, the parts jeep is an 89 and my dd is a 98.
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From: Carrollton, GA
Year: 1994
Model: Cherokee
Engine: Inline 6 4.0L High Output
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From: Vancouver
Year: 1998 and 1988
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.7
Can you use an 89 distributor cap on a 98?
I asked this once before and someone said yes, after reading the renix to ho swap I seen this bit of info:
You will need to use your Renix distributor as it is different than the HO because they use different fuel management systems.
So Ill ask it once again and see if anyone can chime in and tell me for sure. Can I use a distributor cap from an 89 on a 98? I got a spare one with my parts jeep that was brand new in the box, the parts jeep is an 89 and my dd is a 98.
I asked this once before and someone said yes, after reading the renix to ho swap I seen this bit of info:
You will need to use your Renix distributor as it is different than the HO because they use different fuel management systems.
So Ill ask it once again and see if anyone can chime in and tell me for sure. Can I use a distributor cap from an 89 on a 98? I got a spare one with my parts jeep that was brand new in the box, the parts jeep is an 89 and my dd is a 98.
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Model: Cherokee
Ok solid info. I figured you were right I just wanted to be sure. I will use the cap and will have to just clean my old rotor then.
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Model: Cherokee
96 cherokee pinion nut size?
I have a 96 cherokee 2.5 2wd and I have to change my pinion seal. I am having a hard time finding the right size socket for removing the pinion shaft nut. ANY help would be greatly appreciated. Ps. I know it's a noob question. I happen to be a nursing student who loves his jeep. Thanks.
Herp Derp Jerp
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From: Parham, ON
Year: 1999
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0L OBD-II
I have a 96 cherokee 2.5 2wd and I have to change my pinion seal. I am having a hard time finding the right size socket for removing the pinion shaft nut. ANY help would be greatly appreciated. Ps. I know it's a noob question. I happen to be a nursing student who loves his jeep. Thanks.
If you don't know which you have, Chrysler 8.25" on the left, Dana 35 on the right.
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Newbie
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Posts: 29
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From: BC
Year: 1997
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0L I6
http://www.jeep4x4center.com/rugged-...-17755-01.html
good idea to put this in? worth the money? just lookin for some good bolt on performance, let me know if anyone knows of something good
good idea to put this in? worth the money? just lookin for some good bolt on performance, let me know if anyone knows of something good
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Joined: May 2013
Posts: 541
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From: Vancouver
Year: 1998 and 1988
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.7
http://www.jeep4x4center.com/rugged-...-17755-01.html
good idea to put this in? worth the money? just lookin for some good bolt on performance, let me know if anyone knows of something good
good idea to put this in? worth the money? just lookin for some good bolt on performance, let me know if anyone knows of something good
Again, Im only speaking from what I read many, many, many times.
Herp Derp Jerp
Joined: Nov 2011
Posts: 18,251
Likes: 17
From: Parham, ON
Year: 1999
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0L OBD-II
http://www.jeep4x4center.com/rugged-...-17755-01.html
good idea to put this in? worth the money? just lookin for some good bolt on performance, let me know if anyone knows of something good
good idea to put this in? worth the money? just lookin for some good bolt on performance, let me know if anyone knows of something good
There really isn't any "good bolt-on performance" for a 4.0. Bored TB, actual cold air intake (cowl or snorkle), and free-flowing exhaust are pretty much it.
