2001 Jeep Cherokee Jeep Cherokee 2001

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2001 Jeep Cherokee repairs by problem area

Engine (30%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (10%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (20%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (30%)

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

Other (7%)

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2001 Jeep Cherokee engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (13%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (25%)

$100 - $499 (13%)

< $100 (50%)

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Chart based on 8 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2001 Jeep Cherokee 4dr SUV

190-horsepower 4.0L I6 4-speed automatic RWD

57000 mi Jeep would not start. Replaced coolant sensor. 

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2001 Jeep Cherokee 4dr SUV

190-horsepower 4.0L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

211000 mi

US $220
Replaced radiator, water pump, thermostat, hoses, and serpentine belt. 
212000 mi Head warped blowing head gasket. Head machined flat and installed with new head bolts and head gasket 
108000 mi

US $500
Replaced coil pack because cylinder 4 misfiring. 
72540 mi

C $75
Idle Air Valve 
242000 mi

US $890
Replaced exhaust from catalytic converter back. Replaced radiator and water pump. 

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2001 Jeep Cherokee 4dr SUV

190-horsepower 4.0L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

80000 mi

US $34
Oil pressure gauge was reading low, so I picked up a new sensor at Autozone, unscrewed the old one and screwed the new one in. Cost was $34. 
83000 mi

US $3500
Head developed a small crack and was replaced with a new head 

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2001 Jeep Cherokee Engine Problems

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