1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee Jeep Grand Cherokee 1997

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1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee repairs by problem area

Engine (50%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (10%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (30%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (10%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

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1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Engine not specified

167000 mi

US $150
Replace crank sensor. 

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1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4-door

8-cylinder automatic 4WD

110000 mi

US $75
Check engine light. P0132. Oxygen sensor high voltage bank 1. O2 sensor replaced. 

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1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4-door

6-cylinder automatic 4WD

182500 mi Replaced muffler. 
119000 mi

US $15
car running rough and backfiring then completly shut down. let it sit for a month then would fire up again for a few minutes. checked with code scanner said defective ignition coil. replaced coil and now runs fine. 
169880 mi

R 650
tensioner pulley on fan belt assembly lost bearings and got stuck, replaced 

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1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee Engine Problems

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