20 Most Recent 1987 Jeep Cherokee - Page 4 Questions & Answers

Appartently alot of ppl are having this problem; I currently fixing the same problem; I have narrowed it down to a few things; but what was you doing when the jeep shut off? and did it ever start back up later?

When I had problems going up a hill at near maximum gas,I found out it was a blown/bad piston.Mine did not clunk but it easily could cause that.Mine also worked fine on flat surfaces and tougher on somewhat steep hills and incapable of going up very steep hills,and they were paved roads.If you notice a more than normal power reduction going up hills compared to say a couple of years ago,that is probably it.I would recommend calling a couple of local shops,tell them your problem and what I suggested,and see if they agree.If you are considering repair,get an estimate for a compression test and a piston replacement,at the least.There is quite a bit of labor cost for internal engine repair.If they say come in and we'll look at it and want you to sign something,call elsewhere because someone will at least give you a free opinion or other alternative solutions.Once you sign the form at the shop,it authorizes them to work on your car but if you ask them to call you before work and you say no,I am not sure if you would be responsible for paying them to take the valve covers off and on to look and inspect them.The pistons are under them too so you could easily rack up more labor.

timing chain or gear common problem, my first one happened in a 1931 model a ford, have had many do that since, i just lost the timing chain in my 1988 ford van, barely runs, wont go....

if the truck isnt over heating run it a minut shut it off and open the res and see if it smells like exaust if so you have a bad head gasket

the slave cylinder is most likely it is part of the throwout bearing on that model so the transmission will have to come out the clutch master should be replaced also as they do not like to be "run" dry and the seals get damaged

Check fuel pressure and do a tune up.Change fuel filter.

there maybe air in the lines, try to bleed the brakes

if its a 4.0 L might try the crank sensor located on the bell housing for the trans 2 bolts 1 sensor but common prob

if it has drum brakes there is one line from master cylinder back to rear end.
has a splitter on rear end the sends to each rear wheel.

That's good, you saved yourself alot of money.

I have a 1987 Jeep Cherokee, you have 1 horn on the passenger and drivers side in front of the wheel well behind the bumper. That is where mine were located. I am restoring it and relocated them to behind the grill for easier access in the future. Hope this helps

Best of luck

Flasher you should find an round flasher in your fuse box. --> Application:
With 2 terminals
Notes: ( Autozone has this part # LL552)
Electronic
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brake light switch,above the brake pedal check this with a test light and make sure you have power there if so then replace the switch.

YEP SOUND LIKE ITS BROKEN.TO MAKE JOB EASIER A HAYNES REPAIR MANUAL WILL SHOW YOU DIAGRAMS AND TELL YOU HOW TO REMOVE CRANK PULLEY.

Hola tienes que especificar mejor ya que en esto hay varios factores si me explicas mejor puedo ayudarte.Gracias

jeep cherokee laredo 1987 problema que cuando suve una pendiente empiesa a vibrar.

Hi- Sounds like it is time to change the fuel filter. Also try adding 2 full new bottles of 91% rubbing alcohol to the fuel tank. This is something that can't hurt. Change the fuel filter and also unplug the MAF sensor and plug it back in firmly.
While your doing this - remove the negative cable from the battery and after you're done reattach it.
If it still refuses to run properly give serious consideration to letting a professional have a look at it.
Please while I have your attention - take down the VIN number - call the local Jeep dealer and inquire about any Recalls - or Service bulletins.

Best of it
Rice

The fuses to the ignition switch are"

F-10
F-5

F-8
F-16
The last two go to the alternator and from the alternator a dark green/red goes to the ignition coil.

Hope you found what you needed

Good Luck!!