Cherokee Chat General non-tech Cherokee chat
XJ/MJ/ZJ/WJ

Advice on two things

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Nov 13, 2022 | 09:58 AM
  #1  
Piedmontdawg's Avatar
Thread Starter
Newbie
 
Joined: Nov 2022
Posts: 1
Likes: 0
Default Advice on two things

I’m looking at purchasing a 98 XJ. It’s super clean inside and out. 140,000 miles.Only issues is the heater isn’t working, the motor for the driver seat isn’t working and the passenger side door is having issues closing. The door literally flew open when I was test driving it with the owner. It’s a 23 year old Jeep so I know it’s going to have issues. I guess I was wondering if these are pretty easy fixes, especially the door.

The steering also seemed a little loose. I had a 2001 model 16 years ago, but I can’t remember how it drove or if the steering felt that loose.

I would appreciate any input
Reply
Old Nov 13, 2022 | 01:24 PM
  #2  
TrailerTrash's Avatar
CF Veteran
 
Joined: Jun 2017
Posts: 2,215
Likes: 635
From: Hangover, PA
Year: 1998
Model: Cherokee(XJ)
Engine: 4.0L
Default

The heat not working would be my biggest concern.

What is wrong with the heater? It doesnt get hot? Blower motor doesnt work? Heater core is bypassed?
it could be a simple easy fix or it could be expensive.
Reply
Old Nov 13, 2022 | 03:09 PM
  #3  
Rogue4x4's Avatar
::CF Administrator::
Premium Member
10 Year Member
Liked
Loved
Community Favorite
 
Joined: Feb 2011
Posts: 14,479
Likes: 805
From: Blunt, South Dakota
Year: 97
Model: Cherokee (XJ)
Engine: 4.6 stroker
Default

I don't know about that, doors flying open when driving would be pretty high on my list, lol

OP everything sounds pretty minor, the heater core would be the most difficult, but not a show stopper.

Last edited by Rogue4x4; Nov 13, 2022 at 03:11 PM.
Reply
Old Nov 13, 2022 | 11:11 PM
  #4  
Veeb0rg's Avatar
::CF Moderator::
Premium Member
15 Year Member
 
Joined: Sep 2009
Posts: 3,495
Likes: 482
From: Glen Burnie, MD
Year: 2001
Model: Cherokee (XJ)
Engine: 4.0l
Default

Originally Posted by roninofako
I don't know about that, doors flying open when driving would be pretty high on my list, lol

OP everything sounds pretty minor, the heater core would be the most difficult, but not a show stopper.
As long as it's not my door.. Ejecto Seat CUZ! :P
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
michaelOH
Cherokee Chat
8
Sep 11, 2012 08:54 AM
Barr88
Stock XJ Cherokee Tech. All XJ Non-modified/stock questions go here
1
Jun 10, 2012 01:56 PM
ztcherokee
Stock XJ Cherokee Tech. All XJ Non-modified/stock questions go here
1
Oct 2, 2010 01:02 AM
catalahana
Stock Grand Cherokee Tech. All ZJ/WJ/WK Non-modified/stock questions go here!
2
May 4, 2008 08:39 PM

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)
 



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 06:13 AM.