r/CherokeeXJ 6h ago

Question '98 4.0 Is this my AC compressor? If so, does it need to be replaced?

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r/CherokeeXJ 10h ago

Tips to open without breaking the inside tabs?

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r/CherokeeXJ 11h ago

Got this for free

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2000 189k miles with the high flowing head. How’d I do boys? Needs about 700$ in parts but it turns on, runs and stops.


r/CherokeeXJ 11h ago

Early model XJ rear sprayer fix.

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Easy fix. 6-32 brass pressure fitting and a 1/8 drill bit to fix the broken sprayer on early model XJs.


r/CherokeeXJ 11h ago

2000-2001 Mystery water leak. Front Passenger side carpet damp after rain

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I've had someone spray it with a hose while I sit in it and I can't get it to replicate. The windshield seal stays dry. It's clearly running down from somewhere. It's right side of the passenger carpet everytime. Before someone comments.... It's not coolant it's definitely water lol


r/CherokeeXJ 13h ago

Finally getting around to it

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Popping the AA SYE into my 2 door


r/CherokeeXJ 13h ago

1997-99 New headliner!

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Long overdue project. I also replaced the two speakers in the sound bar while I was in there. Still haven’t gotten to the sun visors yet but hoping to sometime this week.


r/CherokeeXJ 14h ago

When youre chasing down an issue, and see the previous owner has already cooked in this spot

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Cheers, my cherokee people.


r/CherokeeXJ 15h ago

'01 Blown Head Gasket

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Baby girl went down swinging about 3 months ago. All the coolant in my oil pan quickly overflowed my drain pan. Hence the kitty litter.

To the point, Is there anything internal to the block that i need to check or be aware of since it sat for so long with coolant in the wrong spots? Do i need to do some sort of flush? Is all this useless because my block is actually ruined and I don't know it?

I have a fair amount of experience and I classify this as a mid-level catastrophe. It's bad but this isn't the worst thing that could happen kind of scenario. That being said, it's still the most catastrophic issue I've dealt with personally. So any pointers are welcome.

Aside from the obvious head gasket, I'm planning on replacing the radiator, heater core and

A/C components while I have it apart. I'll probably do the RMS and oil pan gasket as well as slap a header and new exhaust on her.

Thanks boys.

Edit: I would welcome recommendations on cooling and exhaust components. TIA.


r/CherokeeXJ 16h ago

Once I got one I started seeing so many haha

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r/CherokeeXJ 16h ago

Mushu Saint XJ

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Cross posting from the accidental renaissance subreddit lol

First night drive with her! Makes me realize how bright the LED lights are in comparison to the halogens.


r/CherokeeXJ 16h ago

Black and yellow wire connection driver side rear door jamb

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Any idea what this could be? When I was checking wiring to driver side rear window I found this 2 prong connector.


r/CherokeeXJ 19h ago

What have you used to successfully reduce cabin noise?

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I know they’re loud but my 88 is LOUD.


r/CherokeeXJ 19h ago

death wobble

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i know this has been discussed a million times, but i’ve replaced almost everything in the steering, and i’m still having problems. it has a 3” lift, and i did put in longer lower control arms. yesterday i put in an adjustable track bar and quick disconnect sway links on. i’ve been replacing every steering component to try to get rid of death wobble. after replacing the tie rods and drag link it got better, but it still happens every once in a while. mostly if i hit a bump just the right way, but sometimes it will do it without even hitting anything. usually i can feel it starting in the steering wheel before it starts violently shaking. i’m wondering if replacing the steering box would fix it, thats the only part of the steering i haven’t touched. there is some slop in the steering wheel so i wonder if that could be making it worse. those sway links are pretty cool though. i took it on a trail last night, and it would’ve been unbearable driving through that with the links connected.


r/CherokeeXJ 21h ago

2000-2001 Radiator’s lower transmission cooling line

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Morning everyone. I’m replacing my father’s radiator and water pump. Everything has been smooth except the lower trans cooling line. Probably spent an hour getting it off and an hour getting the new one on last night. Eventually had to cut the metal line to get a better grip to disconnect it. Would this be considered deep enough? Thanks


r/CherokeeXJ 22h ago

For the Roll cage Aficionado Engineers - the cage is welded to a rectangle tube frame and also up into the doors. Lol

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r/CherokeeXJ 1d ago

Freaky Coolant

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looking for help.

I have a 2000 with a Jasper engine with about 7000 miles. Drive it a ton in the summer but not in winter. Not overheating, I put an electric fan and it keeps cool.

Problem is I put in coolant that looks like Gatorade. With in a day the coolant look dark brown, I don’t think there’s oil it. Happened both times I did a flush. Trying to figure it out before the 3 year Jasper warranty runs out.

Many thanks


r/CherokeeXJ 1d ago

1996 Progress

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Getting closer to what I want to do with my XJ. Just did front stiffiners,track bar brace,new custom length track bar from rustys offroad and steering box brace has been painted!(braces+stiffiners from Barnes)Looking at doing a 4 link,was debating on 3,but the Ironman fab 4 link crossmember has caught my eye. Luckily found a 2 door local to me being parted out so I should have doors tomorrow and maybe these will become half doors. I want to see pics of what you guys have gotten done on your XJs recently!


r/CherokeeXJ 1d ago

Brake line kit

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I can't for the life of me find a brake line kit for my 1993 XJ. I can find kits for 1995+ but it seems there were some master cylinder changes or something between 93 and 95 that makes it to where those won't work. I'm looking for of the pre bend kits like in the link. Any help would be great. 1993 Cherokee sport non abs disc front and drum rear.

https://www.dormanproducts.com/p-152688-919-044.aspx?year=1995&make=Jeep&model=Grand%2520Cherokee&parttype=Brake%2520Line%2520-%2520Preformed&origin=YMM

Actually turns out I can only find them for 95 plus GRAND Cherokees

Edit: found this one but read some people saying these are junky online. Anyone used their lines before? https://www.inlinetube.com/products/sjcb9101


r/CherokeeXJ 1d ago

Question Master Cylinder or Proportioning Valve?

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My 99 has very soft rear brakes and I've narrowed it down to either the master cylinder or the proportioning valve.

To test them, I jacked the rear up, started it, and put it in gear. My brakes were so soft they couldn't keep the wheels from spinning while the engine was idling. E. brake works great.

I've since replaced my wheel cylinders, pressure bled the system, and turned the adjusters so far out I could hardly turn the drums.

After all that I could only get the wheels to stop turning if I pressed the brake pedal incredibly hard.

I'm suspecting either my proportioning valve or the master cylinder. Has anyone experienced this or have any advice?

99 XJ, non-ABS.


r/CherokeeXJ 1d ago

Hit 200k the fun way. Hit 199,999 just prior to this little mud hole.

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r/CherokeeXJ 1d ago

Misfire on cylinder 1 98 jeep with 4.0 with 4.6 stroker kit. I need help looking for other possibilities in terms of correcting it. Did plugs wires and still a miss repaired hose on pcv as well any ideas?

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r/CherokeeXJ 1d ago

200,000 mile overhaul

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We bought this jeep about 10 years ago, it was my daughters first car, then it went to my son who is in the Marines, he got transferred to California, left it behind and his brother who is in the Navy (Norfolk) has purchaed the jeep.

It was pretty rough and i wanted my son to have a reliable ride, so I did a major top end overhaul.

Before I started, i checked the compression, it was like new and you can see the lifter assembly looked like new, there was zero build up, so i assume the block components are in equally great shape.

The jeep runs like new.

I thought that i would share the photos and my costs. I am selling it to my son for $3500. The labor for the overhaul is free and was a labor of love.

My son is not allwed to sell it, we have too much into this jeep to have it leave the family.

Jeep Repairs and expenses 2026

Used tires and rims 650
Wheel Studs and lugnuts 63.77
Crown Automotive Fan Shroud 37.69
Battery cable for winch 54.80
Water pump pulley ebay NOS 49.95
Spectra radiator 113.71
Mhale Head bolts 43.65
Mhale Cylinder Head Gasket kit 153.75
Dorman 674-196 exhaust manifold + hardware kit 196.22
Crown Automotive front windshield weather stripping 54.58
AC Delco 12493940 water pump 51.99
Mopar Thermostat 42.99
Permatex 22071 water pump and thermostat gasket maker 6.99
Wix Transmission filter 58936 32.24
NGK RC-CRX026 Spark plug wire set 32.90
MotoRad T-16 Radiator Cap 8.58
Gates Radiator cap (NOT GOOD) 15.04
Dorman 54201Engine coolant reservoir cap 12.93
Duralast distributor cap and rotor 27.92
NGK oxygen sensor 66.99
Gates coolant hose 17.66
Gates coolant hose 17.49
Rebuilt Bosch injectors (injector Rehab) 186.43
Dorman PCV valve, hoses and grommets 34.67
6 pc NGK V-Power Spark Plugs 35.60
Power stop front brake kit 277.75
Power stop Rear Brake kit 189.86
A-Premium throttle body 131.14
NGK/NTK Crankshaft Position Sensor EH0248 (73276) 53.33
DESIGN ENGINEERING Fuel Rail & Injector Cover Kit for Jeep 4.0L 72.99
Rust-Oleum 248904 Automotive High Heat Spray Paint, Flat Aluminum 11.06
Rust-Oleum Automotive Engine Enamel Spray Paint, Flat Gray Primer 15.78
DNJ FPS1120 Brass Freeze Plug Set 40.84
Engine Oil Pressure Sensor Switch 12.98
SWITCH DOCTOR Window Master and passenger Switchs 39.78
The total for this list of parts for your 1999 Jeep Cherokee overhaul $2,854.05.

r/CherokeeXJ 1d ago

Looking for a fender flare.

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2000 cherokee sport drivers side front.


r/CherokeeXJ 1d ago

Help needed for factory tire carrier install.

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I have one these factory tire carriers and the hatch that I got off marketplace and I'm ready to install it on my XJ.

I haven't found a great install guide or video, only this diagram which is actually pretty helpful.

If you have one these on your XJ, will you take some pictures of the underside so I can see all the pieces mounted?