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#4647 of 5134 Re: 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited Quad AWD front end noise whine howl. [dan7jeepman] by rwengr

Dec 29, 2009 (9:04 am)

Replying to: dan7jeepman (Dec 29, 2009 8:00 am)
You definitely need a Chrysler shop manual. I have a 97 JGC and I bought mine on ebay as a PDF file. Below are some excerpts.
 
1. Driveline Vibration
 
"Tires out of round or unbalanced wheels will cause a low frequency vibration...Brake drums that are unbalanced will cause a harsh, low freq vibration....Driveline vibration can result from loose or damaged engine mounts....Propeller shaft vibration increases as vehicle speed is increased. Vibration in a specific range is not usually caused by an unbalanced propeller.Defective universal joints or an incorrect propeller angle are usually the cause of such vibration."
 
2. Transfer Case Noise
 
"Insufficient or Incorrect lubricant. Drain and refill. Disassembly and inspection may be necessary to locate source of noise."
 
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Given age of vehicle make sure rubber boots on CV joints are not leaking or soaked in oil. If they are not dry, you have a lubricant leak and who know how long it has been leaking.
 
Ideally, if you can find a way to operate vehicle without the transfer case, even if speed is limited, it may help you diagnose the problem.

#4648 of 5134 Re: 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited Quad AWD front end noise whine howl. [ by tuggajb

Dec 29, 2009 (3:23 pm)

Replying to: rwengr (Dec 29, 2009 9:04 am)
my 2000 jeep grand ch has made a noise sense 78000 miles now have 214000 miles i just turn up the radio a little bit my noise will go away when you remove front drive shalt but need 4 wheel drive most of the time
ring and pinion in the front that seams to make the noise i just dont worry bout it

#4649 of 5134 Re: 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited Quad AWD front end noise whine howl. [dan7jeepman] by taffy3

Dec 29, 2009 (7:53 pm)

Replying to: dan7jeepman (Dec 29, 2009 8:00 am)
Probably a worn front end diff. I had a similar noise and thought it was a bearing running out. Proved not to be the case. So put the front of the Cherokee on stands and removed wheels and front half shafts. Noise didn't dissappear but changed. So removed front drive shaft between transfer case and front axle. Noise gone. As I only use the car on the road I left it like that. Runs better, corners better with reasonable understeer (safer) and I get an extra mile or two for my gallon (less friction). Try it.

#4650 of 5134 Re: NO HEAT 2004 JGC [jeepowner3] by rhall62

Dec 30, 2009 (6:50 pm)

Replying to: jeepowner3 (Jul 28, 2007 12:38 pm)
I have a 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo and the heater just dosent produce any heat. The temperature of the motor is good but the heater just gets slightly warm. I am looking at replacing the heater core but need to know if that is going to fix the problem or if there are other problems I need to check first because the heater core is an expensive repair job. Any help is welcome.

#4651 of 5134 Re: NO HEAT 2004 JGC [rhall62] by cheeze74

Dec 30, 2009 (9:36 pm)

Replying to: rhall62 (Dec 30, 2009 6:50 pm)
I presume you checked your thermostat. Also if you have air conditioning you may have a control valve that keeps hot water from entering the heater core. If so that may be closed. Hope that helps.

#4652 of 5134 Re: NO HEAT 2004 JGC [rhall62] by rwengr

Dec 31, 2009 (10:00 am)

Replying to: rhall62 (Dec 30, 2009 6:50 pm)
I looked at my 97 shop manual. The diagram shows the blower motor and A/C evaporator mounted in the same duct. Next it shows a "Temperature Blend/Air Door". If this door is open then then the air passes thru the heater core. If not, the heater core is disconnected from the duct.
 
Everything is electrically controlled.
 
Temp gauge should be up to normal within 5 minutes of leaving the driveway unless you are idling. If it is very slow then your thermostat is stuck open and it will take a long time to get warm air from the heater so for a short 15-20 min. trip you never get much heat. However, it eventually should warm up. Where I liive our coldest days are in the 20's and my jeep is parked outside.
 
I am not sure but I don't think there is any control valve to control circulation of engine coolant thru heater core. Check the Haynes manual. Find where the heater hoses go thru the firewall. Make sure they get warm.
 
 I'd make sure warm up is normal (thermostat OK) and then look at how the duct is controlled. To do it yourself plan on some disassembly of the dash which I always find time consuming, but it can be done.

#4655 of 5134 Re: NO HEAT 2004 JGC [rhall62] by loosenut

Jan 01, 2010 (9:23 pm)

Replying to: rhall62 (Dec 30, 2009 6:50 pm)
spend a few bucks at a reputable repair shop,and have the cooling system power flushed..they can send coolant both ways through heater core,and probably clear any blockage..if core isn't leaking-(interior would smell of hot coolant,pass floor would be wet) then replace core..
-they will b able to tell u what's wrong..
-if engine temp gauge is hot,and temp knob is turned all the way in the red zone-you should have heat..you should have a gauge-and normal operatimg temp is around 200% f,..try that b 4 you dive into tearing dash apart..also,online repair manuals are online at advance auto and autozone..more detail than a haynes manual,just print out your findings-keeps you from getting greasy keyboard(lol)

#4656 of 5134 no start in park by huffy21

Jan 02, 2010 (8:51 am)

2000 jeep cherokee 6 cyl 4.0 L in park key turns all dummy lights come on but nothing happens shift to neutral jiggle the key and it starts. could this be the neutral safety switch or the linkage out of adjustment and if so need some instructions to repair.

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