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Old Jul 7, 2010 | 11:09 PM
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OK I will try this one. I have a 4L 6 2000 Cherokee and the check engine light came on. I bought a checker and hooked it up. It popped out code that were determined by the Auto Zone/Advanced Auto guy that it is o2 sensors. All five he said. Yea I knew that so I changed the lower two by mistake thinking they were in front of the cat as this 2000 has three cat. Light went out then came back on. Changed the (what I now know to be the front o2 sensors) reset the CEL and it came back on. Same codes. NOW WHAT?
Old Jul 8, 2010 | 12:47 AM
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what can the motor and transmission hold up to horsepower wise?
Old Jul 8, 2010 | 03:07 AM
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Originally Posted by jmooney5115
I have found the problem. The bushing on both of the rear shocks are gone (where they bolt to the rear end). Does autozone or some other auto parts store sell just bushings or should I buy new shocks? Also, am I able to replace these without jacking the car up? I can wiggle them and get up under the car but I'm not sure if it's a bad idea.

Thanks for the help.
You found the problem? I told you what the problem is, lol.
You can find these everywhere. There are two type: one type is a double conical rubber bushing and the other type is a cilyndrical one. I would remove one shock (18mm lower nut and 13mm upper mount) and check it's functionality as well. If it's easy to compress or has some "blank" spots they are bad. No need to jack up the vehicle, unless you are a big boy like me.
Old Jul 8, 2010 | 03:08 AM
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Originally Posted by wildspear
The 2000 cherokee sport I'll be getting doesnt have a gas tank (plastic) skid plate. It has a 4" RC lift and a hitch with original back bumper. I shouldn't have a problem putting a OME tank skid plate from the "you pull it" should I?
You shouldn't..
Old Jul 8, 2010 | 03:20 AM
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Originally Posted by projectmayhem
i need a pic of where the damn + wire of the fuel pump starts, please
Brother, (because you are an '88 like me) don't be nervous, grab a beer.
The positive wire starts under the fuel pump relay and follows the drivers side rail, inside the vehicle under the kick panel. It's an orange wire.
Old Jul 8, 2010 | 03:20 AM
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Originally Posted by NewXJaddict
deleted and moved.

I just realized I had posted in the wrong spot.
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Old Jul 8, 2010 | 03:29 AM
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Originally Posted by Skipper
OK I will try this one. I have a 4L 6 2000 Cherokee and the check engine light came on. I bought a checker and hooked it up. It popped out code that were determined by the Auto Zone/Advanced Auto guy that it is o2 sensors. All five he said. Yea I knew that so I changed the lower two by mistake thinking they were in front of the cat as this 2000 has three cat. Light went out then came back on. Changed the (what I now know to be the front o2 sensors) reset the CEL and it came back on. Same codes. NOW WHAT?
5 o2 sensors?? Do you live in california? O2 sensors don't normally go bad if your engine is running well. I highly doubt yours went bad...especially all five(??) at once.
Old Jul 8, 2010 | 03:17 PM
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Originally Posted by ZachsXJ
does it turn over, and run for half a second or so and then die?
not at all it doesnt even try to fire.
i recently changed my clutch but i cant see anything having to do with that.
Old Jul 9, 2010 | 07:06 AM
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Originally Posted by offroadnut36
5 o2 sensors?? Do you live in California? O2 sensors don't normally go bad if your engine is running well. I highly doubt yours went bad...especially all five(??) at once.
When my O2 sensors were out they threw very specific codes about which sensor was bad. Unfortunately both of mine were bad. The codes read like "Bank 1, sensor 1" and "Bank 1, sensor 2". I would think 5 being bad would be highly unlikely, although i thought having 2 bad was too, before I saw it.
Old Jul 9, 2010 | 07:07 AM
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Originally Posted by westcoast
not at all it doesnt even try to fire.
i recently changed my clutch but i cant see anything having to do with that.
You could have damaged the CPS on the bellhousing when replacing the clutch.
Old Jul 9, 2010 | 11:53 AM
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Default 98 sport SHOP MANUAL

so usually on forums, theres people that know/have a digital copy of shop manuals. Being a new owner and wrench turner, i could really use one!

search completely failed so can someone point me to a link or something?
thanks!
Old Jul 9, 2010 | 11:55 AM
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Originally Posted by jmooney5115
Do I need to lift the jeep to replace the shocks? The only jack I have is the one that came with the jeep and is like to not have to take it somewhere. I am very limited on tools since I am not in my home town.

Thanks

If it is the rear shocks then no, it would be easier if you did. The fronts would be really really difficult but I guess it would be possible.

Be sure to chock the wheels at the very least.
Old Jul 9, 2010 | 06:00 PM
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Default 99 cherokee sport 6 cyl A/C question

Often times the A/C clutch stops spinning and the air gets hot. Is the clutch bad or is there a relay to change? It is full of freon, so it blows very cold when it works. Any ideas? Thank you.
Old Jul 9, 2010 | 07:15 PM
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Could a 1986 cherokee with a 2.5l and a 5 speed have a dana 44?
Old Jul 9, 2010 | 07:36 PM
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Originally Posted by hpetit1771
Often times the A/C clutch stops spinning and the air gets hot. Is the clutch bad or is there a relay to change? It is full of freon, so it blows very cold when it works. Any ideas? Thank you.
Often times it is low pressure on the low side of the system that causes the compressor to cycle on and off. Verify your low side pressure before further troubleshooting.



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