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Joined: Feb 2014
Posts: 88
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From: Washington
Year: 1990
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
....got out the multi-meter and started checking wires...
B2: Dome lights power - 2 red/blue wires, 8.5v
D: Dome lights ground - 2 black/white wires, 0.35v
Looks like a couple issues:
1) Ground issue somewhere still, or is small current value normal/ok on dome light circuit? (Dome lights work correctly, open door and using switch)...
B2: Dome lights power - 2 red/blue wires, 8.5v
D: Dome lights ground - 2 black/white wires, 0.35v
Looks like a couple issues:
1) Ground issue somewhere still, or is small current value normal/ok on dome light circuit? (Dome lights work correctly, open door and using switch)...
SNIP - the question above was missed on part of an earlier post. The drivers side overhead light will not shut off now. It's done this before, but I thought I had fixed it. Is this going to be ground related, or? See above - voltage on the ground side of the circuit at the headlight switch (brand new).
And, YES, I've already done Cruiser54's tips on ground refresh...and fixed a another southern engineered ground left from the P.O.
And, YES, I've already done Cruiser54's tips on ground refresh...and fixed a another southern engineered ground left from the P.O.
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From: Frederick, MD
Year: 1989
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
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Joined: Sep 2010
Posts: 329
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From: Tallahassee, FL
Year: 1999
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0L
this is an easy one (or two).. having trouble finding a definite answer
I'm replacing the brake calipers today. I'm not doing anything to the rear brakes but do I still have to bleed at all four ends to get any air out that might get into the system? Any tips to make this is unfrustrating as possible?
Also.. I replaced my pads and rotors less than 1000 miles ago, which is when I realized one of my calipers was on its way out, and I decided to go with the stainless steel piston over the plastic/composite ones that are on my jeep now. Are brake pads interchangeable with these two types of calipers? It looks like the hole in the piston is a lot larger on the stainless one. I don't want to get started and then be stuck without a way to get to the parts store.
I'm replacing the brake calipers today. I'm not doing anything to the rear brakes but do I still have to bleed at all four ends to get any air out that might get into the system? Any tips to make this is unfrustrating as possible?
Also.. I replaced my pads and rotors less than 1000 miles ago, which is when I realized one of my calipers was on its way out, and I decided to go with the stainless steel piston over the plastic/composite ones that are on my jeep now. Are brake pads interchangeable with these two types of calipers? It looks like the hole in the piston is a lot larger on the stainless one. I don't want to get started and then be stuck without a way to get to the parts store.
Herp Derp Jerp
Joined: Nov 2011
Posts: 18,251
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From: Parham, ON
Year: 1999
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0L OBD-II
Yes, when fluid dribbles out, air sneaks in everywhere. Naturally it goes to the highest point which is where the lines converge. Bleeding all four corners manually sucks, but little vacuum pumps are the way to go on a budget. You crack the bleeder and just use the tool to draw fluid through the lines (don't forget to keep the reservoir full). Order is rear right, rear left, front right, front left.
Not sure on stainless vs. phenolic pistons.
Not sure on stainless vs. phenolic pistons.
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Joined: Sep 2010
Posts: 329
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From: Tallahassee, FL
Year: 1999
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0L
Yes, when fluid dribbles out, air sneaks in everywhere. Naturally it goes to the highest point which is where the lines converge. Bleeding all four corners manually sucks, but little vacuum pumps are the way to go on a budget. You crack the bleeder and just use the tool to draw fluid through the lines (don't forget to keep the reservoir full). Order is rear right, rear left, front right, front left.
Not sure on stainless vs. phenolic pistons.
Not sure on stainless vs. phenolic pistons.
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From: Prescott, Az
Year: 1990
Model: Cherokee (XJ)
Engine: 4.0
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From: hambleton, wv
Year: 1997
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
its in a 97 xj 4.0 4x4 auto i was told its one or the other i havent got to tear into it yet. the shop told me tey were gonna drop the trans to check and charge 65 bux an hr. i was just wondering which is more likely to be bad.
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From: Prescott, Az
Year: 1990
Model: Cherokee (XJ)
Engine: 4.0
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From: Western, Pa (5 mins away from ohio border)
Year: 1999
Model: Cherokee
Engine: straight 6 (4.0L)
Anybody know what combinations of leafs get you about 2.5" of lift using Dodge Durango and XJ leafs, just need a starting place, I know it all varies compared to sag on the leafs your using
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From: hambleton, wv
Year: 1997
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
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From: South Mills, NC
Year: 1998
Model: Cherokee
Engine: Rebuilt 4.0L I6
OK what are some axle upgrades I can make to my 8.25 and Dana 30? I'm planning on running a Lokka locker in the rear and regearing to 4.10 on both axles. What else can I do?