90 XJ Ignition Control Module Location
 

Where in the world is it? I'm trying to find it to test it since the things
was acting up the past couple of days. Some guy said it may be under the
dash, but driver's side or passenger? Way up under or just visible if I do
some bending and look under there? I notice the dash is 2 piece, and upper
and lower, will I have to remove the upper dash? I already have the lower
dash off and can't seem to find it. I am going off memory from a pic I saw
on the internet of one, but haven't been able to see one yet.

Troy

Re: 90 XJ Ignition Control Module Location
 

ARGH! heheheheh
Turns out my new neighbor used to work for a jeep dealership as a mech. (now
he's never gonna get rid of me asking him questions) For my year model the
ignition control module is right under the freakin coil. Looked like just a
bracket to me but when I took it off and flipped it over there's a padding
type thing covering up some electronics.

The guy who said his was under the dash must have had an 88 or 89 he said.
I had it tested and it is faulty so I just replaced it for $107.00

WOO freakin HOO

Troy


"Troy" <@ .> wrote in message
news:gs2dnUadEeqUiHPZnZ2dnUVZ_vidnZ2d@comcast.com. ..
> Where in the world is it? I'm trying to find it to test it since the
> things was acting up the past couple of days. Some guy said it may be
> under the dash, but driver's side or passenger? Way up under or just
> visible if I do some bending and look under there? I notice the dash is 2
> piece, and upper and lower, will I have to remove the upper dash? I
> already have the lower dash off and can't seem to find it. I am going off
> memory from a pic I saw on the internet of one, but haven't been able to
> see one yet.
>
> Troy
>

Re: 90 XJ Ignition Control Module Location
 

ARGH! heheheheh
Turns out my new neighbor used to work for a jeep dealership as a mech. (now
he's never gonna get rid of me asking him questions) For my year model the
ignition control module is right under the freakin coil. Looked like just a
bracket to me but when I took it off and flipped it over there's a padding
type thing covering up some electronics.

The guy who said his was under the dash must have had an 88 or 89 he said.
I had it tested and it is faulty so I just replaced it for $107.00

WOO freakin HOO

Troy


"Troy" <@ .> wrote in message
news:gs2dnUadEeqUiHPZnZ2dnUVZ_vidnZ2d@comcast.com. ..
> Where in the world is it? I'm trying to find it to test it since the
> things was acting up the past couple of days. Some guy said it may be
> under the dash, but driver's side or passenger? Way up under or just
> visible if I do some bending and look under there? I notice the dash is 2
> piece, and upper and lower, will I have to remove the upper dash? I
> already have the lower dash off and can't seem to find it. I am going off
> memory from a pic I saw on the internet of one, but haven't been able to
> see one yet.
>
> Troy
>

Re: 90 XJ Ignition Control Module Location
 

ARGH! heheheheh
Turns out my new neighbor used to work for a jeep dealership as a mech. (now
he's never gonna get rid of me asking him questions) For my year model the
ignition control module is right under the freakin coil. Looked like just a
bracket to me but when I took it off and flipped it over there's a padding
type thing covering up some electronics.

The guy who said his was under the dash must have had an 88 or 89 he said.
I had it tested and it is faulty so I just replaced it for $107.00

WOO freakin HOO

Troy


"Troy" <@ .> wrote in message
news:gs2dnUadEeqUiHPZnZ2dnUVZ_vidnZ2d@comcast.com. ..
> Where in the world is it? I'm trying to find it to test it since the
> things was acting up the past couple of days. Some guy said it may be
> under the dash, but driver's side or passenger? Way up under or just
> visible if I do some bending and look under there? I notice the dash is 2
> piece, and upper and lower, will I have to remove the upper dash? I
> already have the lower dash off and can't seem to find it. I am going off
> memory from a pic I saw on the internet of one, but haven't been able to
> see one yet.
>
> Troy
>

Re: 90 XJ Ignition Control Module Location
 

ARGH! heheheheh
Turns out my new neighbor used to work for a jeep dealership as a mech. (now
he's never gonna get rid of me asking him questions) For my year model the
ignition control module is right under the freakin coil. Looked like just a
bracket to me but when I took it off and flipped it over there's a padding
type thing covering up some electronics.

The guy who said his was under the dash must have had an 88 or 89 he said.
I had it tested and it is faulty so I just replaced it for $107.00

WOO freakin HOO

Troy


"Troy" <@ .> wrote in message
news:gs2dnUadEeqUiHPZnZ2dnUVZ_vidnZ2d@comcast.com. ..
> Where in the world is it? I'm trying to find it to test it since the
> things was acting up the past couple of days. Some guy said it may be
> under the dash, but driver's side or passenger? Way up under or just
> visible if I do some bending and look under there? I notice the dash is 2
> piece, and upper and lower, will I have to remove the upper dash? I
> already have the lower dash off and can't seem to find it. I am going off
> memory from a pic I saw on the internet of one, but haven't been able to
> see one yet.
>
> Troy
>

Re: 90 XJ Ignition Control Module Location
 

Hi Troy,
With Electronic fuel injected engines we call it a Powertrain
Control Module:
http://www.----------.com/temp/01XJP...trolModule.pdf It still
may be under your dash as most manufacturers have them there, but for
'01 it's under the hood. And pretty mush needs Chrysler's DRB-III
scanner tool:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Brand...spagenameZWD1V
God Bless America, Bill O|||||||O
mailto:--------------------

Troy wrote:
>
> Where in the world is it? I'm trying to find it to test it since the things
> was acting up the past couple of days. Some guy said it may be under the
> dash, but driver's side or passenger? Way up under or just visible if I do
> some bending and look under there? I notice the dash is 2 piece, and upper
> and lower, will I have to remove the upper dash? I already have the lower
> dash off and can't seem to find it. I am going off memory from a pic I saw
> on the internet of one, but haven't been able to see one yet.
>
> Troy

Re: 90 XJ Ignition Control Module Location
 

Hi Troy,
With Electronic fuel injected engines we call it a Powertrain
Control Module:
http://www.----------.com/temp/01XJP...trolModule.pdf It still
may be under your dash as most manufacturers have them there, but for
'01 it's under the hood. And pretty mush needs Chrysler's DRB-III
scanner tool:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Brand...spagenameZWD1V
God Bless America, Bill O|||||||O
mailto:--------------------

Troy wrote:
>
> Where in the world is it? I'm trying to find it to test it since the things
> was acting up the past couple of days. Some guy said it may be under the
> dash, but driver's side or passenger? Way up under or just visible if I do
> some bending and look under there? I notice the dash is 2 piece, and upper
> and lower, will I have to remove the upper dash? I already have the lower
> dash off and can't seem to find it. I am going off memory from a pic I saw
> on the internet of one, but haven't been able to see one yet.
>
> Troy

Re: 90 XJ Ignition Control Module Location
 

Hi Troy,
With Electronic fuel injected engines we call it a Powertrain
Control Module:
http://www.----------.com/temp/01XJP...trolModule.pdf It still
may be under your dash as most manufacturers have them there, but for
'01 it's under the hood. And pretty mush needs Chrysler's DRB-III
scanner tool:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Brand...spagenameZWD1V
God Bless America, Bill O|||||||O
mailto:--------------------

Troy wrote:
>
> Where in the world is it? I'm trying to find it to test it since the things
> was acting up the past couple of days. Some guy said it may be under the
> dash, but driver's side or passenger? Way up under or just visible if I do
> some bending and look under there? I notice the dash is 2 piece, and upper
> and lower, will I have to remove the upper dash? I already have the lower
> dash off and can't seem to find it. I am going off memory from a pic I saw
> on the internet of one, but haven't been able to see one yet.
>
> Troy

Re: 90 XJ Ignition Control Module Location
 

Hi Troy,
With Electronic fuel injected engines we call it a Powertrain
Control Module:
http://www.----------.com/temp/01XJP...trolModule.pdf It still
may be under your dash as most manufacturers have them there, but for
'01 it's under the hood. And pretty mush needs Chrysler's DRB-III
scanner tool:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Brand...spagenameZWD1V
God Bless America, Bill O|||||||O
mailto:--------------------

Troy wrote:
>
> Where in the world is it? I'm trying to find it to test it since the things
> was acting up the past couple of days. Some guy said it may be under the
> dash, but driver's side or passenger? Way up under or just visible if I do
> some bending and look under there? I notice the dash is 2 piece, and upper
> and lower, will I have to remove the upper dash? I already have the lower
> dash off and can't seem to find it. I am going off memory from a pic I saw
> on the internet of one, but haven't been able to see one yet.
>
> Troy

Re: 90 XJ Ignition Control Module Location
 

Cool.
God Bless America, Bill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/

Troy wrote:
>
> ARGH! heheheheh
> Turns out my new neighbor used to work for a jeep dealership as a mech. (now
> he's never gonna get rid of me asking him questions) For my year model the
> ignition control module is right under the freakin coil. Looked like just a
> bracket to me but when I took it off and flipped it over there's a padding
> type thing covering up some electronics.
>
> The guy who said his was under the dash must have had an 88 or 89 he said.
> I had it tested and it is faulty so I just replaced it for $107.00
>
> WOO freakin HOO
>
> Troy

Re: 90 XJ Ignition Control Module Location
 

Cool.
God Bless America, Bill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/

Troy wrote:
>
> ARGH! heheheheh
> Turns out my new neighbor used to work for a jeep dealership as a mech. (now
> he's never gonna get rid of me asking him questions) For my year model the
> ignition control module is right under the freakin coil. Looked like just a
> bracket to me but when I took it off and flipped it over there's a padding
> type thing covering up some electronics.
>
> The guy who said his was under the dash must have had an 88 or 89 he said.
> I had it tested and it is faulty so I just replaced it for $107.00
>
> WOO freakin HOO
>
> Troy

Re: 90 XJ Ignition Control Module Location
 

Cool.
God Bless America, Bill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/

Troy wrote:
>
> ARGH! heheheheh
> Turns out my new neighbor used to work for a jeep dealership as a mech. (now
> he's never gonna get rid of me asking him questions) For my year model the
> ignition control module is right under the freakin coil. Looked like just a
> bracket to me but when I took it off and flipped it over there's a padding
> type thing covering up some electronics.
>
> The guy who said his was under the dash must have had an 88 or 89 he said.
> I had it tested and it is faulty so I just replaced it for $107.00
>
> WOO freakin HOO
>
> Troy

Re: 90 XJ Ignition Control Module Location
 

Cool.
God Bless America, Bill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/

Troy wrote:
>
> ARGH! heheheheh
> Turns out my new neighbor used to work for a jeep dealership as a mech. (now
> he's never gonna get rid of me asking him questions) For my year model the
> ignition control module is right under the freakin coil. Looked like just a
> bracket to me but when I took it off and flipped it over there's a padding
> type thing covering up some electronics.
>
> The guy who said his was under the dash must have had an 88 or 89 he said.
> I had it tested and it is faulty so I just replaced it for $107.00
>
> WOO freakin HOO
>
> Troy

Re: 90 XJ Ignition Control Module Location
 

Make sure you provide complimentary malt beverages to your new neighbor.
It's a worthwhile investment. :-)

"Troy" <@ .> wrote in message
news:1s6dnXzL9piPsXPZnZ2dnUVZ_tCdnZ2d@comcast.com. ..
> ARGH! heheheheh
> Turns out my new neighbor used to work for a jeep dealership as a mech.
> (now he's never gonna get rid of me asking him questions) For my year
> model the ignition control module is right under the freakin coil. Looked
> like just a bracket to me but when I took it off and flipped it over
> there's a padding type thing covering up some electronics.
>
> The guy who said his was under the dash must have had an 88 or 89 he said.
> I had it tested and it is faulty so I just replaced it for $107.00
>
> WOO freakin HOO
>
> Troy
>
>
> "Troy" <@ .> wrote in message
> news:gs2dnUadEeqUiHPZnZ2dnUVZ_vidnZ2d@comcast.com. ..
>> Where in the world is it? I'm trying to find it to test it since the
>> things was acting up the past couple of days. Some guy said it may be
>> under the dash, but driver's side or passenger? Way up under or just
>> visible if I do some bending and look under there? I notice the dash is
>> 2 piece, and upper and lower, will I have to remove the upper dash? I
>> already have the lower dash off and can't seem to find it. I am going
>> off memory from a pic I saw on the internet of one, but haven't been able
>> to see one yet.
>>
>> Troy
>>
>
>

Re: 90 XJ Ignition Control Module Location
 

Make sure you provide complimentary malt beverages to your new neighbor.
It's a worthwhile investment. :-)

"Troy" <@ .> wrote in message
news:1s6dnXzL9piPsXPZnZ2dnUVZ_tCdnZ2d@comcast.com. ..
> ARGH! heheheheh
> Turns out my new neighbor used to work for a jeep dealership as a mech.
> (now he's never gonna get rid of me asking him questions) For my year
> model the ignition control module is right under the freakin coil. Looked
> like just a bracket to me but when I took it off and flipped it over
> there's a padding type thing covering up some electronics.
>
> The guy who said his was under the dash must have had an 88 or 89 he said.
> I had it tested and it is faulty so I just replaced it for $107.00
>
> WOO freakin HOO
>
> Troy
>
>
> "Troy" <@ .> wrote in message
> news:gs2dnUadEeqUiHPZnZ2dnUVZ_vidnZ2d@comcast.com. ..
>> Where in the world is it? I'm trying to find it to test it since the
>> things was acting up the past couple of days. Some guy said it may be
>> under the dash, but driver's side or passenger? Way up under or just
>> visible if I do some bending and look under there? I notice the dash is
>> 2 piece, and upper and lower, will I have to remove the upper dash? I
>> already have the lower dash off and can't seem to find it. I am going
>> off memory from a pic I saw on the internet of one, but haven't been able
>> to see one yet.
>>
>> Troy
>>
>
>

Re: 90 XJ Ignition Control Module Location
 

Make sure you provide complimentary malt beverages to your new neighbor.
It's a worthwhile investment. :-)

"Troy" <@ .> wrote in message
news:1s6dnXzL9piPsXPZnZ2dnUVZ_tCdnZ2d@comcast.com. ..
> ARGH! heheheheh
> Turns out my new neighbor used to work for a jeep dealership as a mech.
> (now he's never gonna get rid of me asking him questions) For my year
> model the ignition control module is right under the freakin coil. Looked
> like just a bracket to me but when I took it off and flipped it over
> there's a padding type thing covering up some electronics.
>
> The guy who said his was under the dash must have had an 88 or 89 he said.
> I had it tested and it is faulty so I just replaced it for $107.00
>
> WOO freakin HOO
>
> Troy
>
>
> "Troy" <@ .> wrote in message
> news:gs2dnUadEeqUiHPZnZ2dnUVZ_vidnZ2d@comcast.com. ..
>> Where in the world is it? I'm trying to find it to test it since the
>> things was acting up the past couple of days. Some guy said it may be
>> under the dash, but driver's side or passenger? Way up under or just
>> visible if I do some bending and look under there? I notice the dash is
>> 2 piece, and upper and lower, will I have to remove the upper dash? I
>> already have the lower dash off and can't seem to find it. I am going
>> off memory from a pic I saw on the internet of one, but haven't been able
>> to see one yet.
>>
>> Troy
>>
>
>

Re: 90 XJ Ignition Control Module Location
 

Make sure you provide complimentary malt beverages to your new neighbor.
It's a worthwhile investment. :-)

"Troy" <@ .> wrote in message
news:1s6dnXzL9piPsXPZnZ2dnUVZ_tCdnZ2d@comcast.com. ..
> ARGH! heheheheh
> Turns out my new neighbor used to work for a jeep dealership as a mech.
> (now he's never gonna get rid of me asking him questions) For my year
> model the ignition control module is right under the freakin coil. Looked
> like just a bracket to me but when I took it off and flipped it over
> there's a padding type thing covering up some electronics.
>
> The guy who said his was under the dash must have had an 88 or 89 he said.
> I had it tested and it is faulty so I just replaced it for $107.00
>
> WOO freakin HOO
>
> Troy
>
>
> "Troy" <@ .> wrote in message
> news:gs2dnUadEeqUiHPZnZ2dnUVZ_vidnZ2d@comcast.com. ..
>> Where in the world is it? I'm trying to find it to test it since the
>> things was acting up the past couple of days. Some guy said it may be
>> under the dash, but driver's side or passenger? Way up under or just
>> visible if I do some bending and look under there? I notice the dash is
>> 2 piece, and upper and lower, will I have to remove the upper dash? I
>> already have the lower dash off and can't seem to find it. I am going
>> off memory from a pic I saw on the internet of one, but haven't been able
>> to see one yet.
>>
>> Troy
>>
>
>

Oh crap still not working
 

Well now this has certainly gotten me pissed.

After I replaced the control module I took the drive to my brother's house,
10 miles. I was inside for about 45 minutes and came out just to see if it
cranks up.

The thing was acting like it was before I replaced the ignition control
module, crank but no start. By this time I imagine the engine's
compartment, due to not moving and being thoroughly heated up was warm all
over. I disconnected the spark plug wire from the coil and saw no spark
while cranking.

To recap, the parts I have already replaced are:
CPS sensor, spark plugs, spark plug wires, distributor cap with contact,
ignition coil, and today the ignition control module, which failed the test
at autozone. The ground strap from the engine to the body is strong and not
rusted. I was so mad I was yanking on it hard even to see if it would give
and it held strong.

When I make a trip like this, after I park it and turn it off it will crank
up again, its just if I let it sit something must be getting hot and not
giving me spark. Right now it's at his house and I'm sure when I go over
there in the morning it will crank up for me to get it home and have all my
tools out with my multitester.

Now, does anyone have any advice n such for this thing? I was considering
buying a honda as a daily driver as it would be easier on gas but I love
this crappy xj however if it keeps giving me trouble I am going to give it
the boot.

I'm gonna bug my neighbor about it when he gets home from his 3 day weekend,
but it would be awesome to fix it myself. I'm just at the end of my rope
with this thing.

Troy

Oh crap still not working
 

Well now this has certainly gotten me pissed.

After I replaced the control module I took the drive to my brother's house,
10 miles. I was inside for about 45 minutes and came out just to see if it
cranks up.

The thing was acting like it was before I replaced the ignition control
module, crank but no start. By this time I imagine the engine's
compartment, due to not moving and being thoroughly heated up was warm all
over. I disconnected the spark plug wire from the coil and saw no spark
while cranking.

To recap, the parts I have already replaced are:
CPS sensor, spark plugs, spark plug wires, distributor cap with contact,
ignition coil, and today the ignition control module, which failed the test
at autozone. The ground strap from the engine to the body is strong and not
rusted. I was so mad I was yanking on it hard even to see if it would give
and it held strong.

When I make a trip like this, after I park it and turn it off it will crank
up again, its just if I let it sit something must be getting hot and not
giving me spark. Right now it's at his house and I'm sure when I go over
there in the morning it will crank up for me to get it home and have all my
tools out with my multitester.

Now, does anyone have any advice n such for this thing? I was considering
buying a honda as a daily driver as it would be easier on gas but I love
this crappy xj however if it keeps giving me trouble I am going to give it
the boot.

I'm gonna bug my neighbor about it when he gets home from his 3 day weekend,
but it would be awesome to fix it myself. I'm just at the end of my rope
with this thing.

Troy

Oh crap still not working
 

Well now this has certainly gotten me pissed.

After I replaced the control module I took the drive to my brother's house,
10 miles. I was inside for about 45 minutes and came out just to see if it
cranks up.

The thing was acting like it was before I replaced the ignition control
module, crank but no start. By this time I imagine the engine's
compartment, due to not moving and being thoroughly heated up was warm all
over. I disconnected the spark plug wire from the coil and saw no spark
while cranking.

To recap, the parts I have already replaced are:
CPS sensor, spark plugs, spark plug wires, distributor cap with contact,
ignition coil, and today the ignition control module, which failed the test
at autozone. The ground strap from the engine to the body is strong and not
rusted. I was so mad I was yanking on it hard even to see if it would give
and it held strong.

When I make a trip like this, after I park it and turn it off it will crank
up again, its just if I let it sit something must be getting hot and not
giving me spark. Right now it's at his house and I'm sure when I go over
there in the morning it will crank up for me to get it home and have all my
tools out with my multitester.

Now, does anyone have any advice n such for this thing? I was considering
buying a honda as a daily driver as it would be easier on gas but I love
this crappy xj however if it keeps giving me trouble I am going to give it
the boot.

I'm gonna bug my neighbor about it when he gets home from his 3 day weekend,
but it would be awesome to fix it myself. I'm just at the end of my rope
with this thing.

Troy

Oh crap still not working
 

Well now this has certainly gotten me pissed.

After I replaced the control module I took the drive to my brother's house,
10 miles. I was inside for about 45 minutes and came out just to see if it
cranks up.

The thing was acting like it was before I replaced the ignition control
module, crank but no start. By this time I imagine the engine's
compartment, due to not moving and being thoroughly heated up was warm all
over. I disconnected the spark plug wire from the coil and saw no spark
while cranking.

To recap, the parts I have already replaced are:
CPS sensor, spark plugs, spark plug wires, distributor cap with contact,
ignition coil, and today the ignition control module, which failed the test
at autozone. The ground strap from the engine to the body is strong and not
rusted. I was so mad I was yanking on it hard even to see if it would give
and it held strong.

When I make a trip like this, after I park it and turn it off it will crank
up again, its just if I let it sit something must be getting hot and not
giving me spark. Right now it's at his house and I'm sure when I go over
there in the morning it will crank up for me to get it home and have all my
tools out with my multitester.

Now, does anyone have any advice n such for this thing? I was considering
buying a honda as a daily driver as it would be easier on gas but I love
this crappy xj however if it keeps giving me trouble I am going to give it
the boot.

I'm gonna bug my neighbor about it when he gets home from his 3 day weekend,
but it would be awesome to fix it myself. I'm just at the end of my rope
with this thing.

Troy

Re: Oh crap still not working
 

Mike Romain, I found something you posted in 2000, could this relate to my
problem even though it's an automatic and the other guy's was a stick? I'm
also thinking of replacing that ground strap in any case, I have found an
extra in my toolbox, must be magic

Troy

http://groups.google.com/group/rec.a...2e67902584c0de

>That sounds to me like a bad starting circuit.

>With the key in the start position and the starter cranking, the coil gets
>it's positive power from the starter solenoid.


>With the key in the run position, the coil gets it's positive power from
>the ballast resistor circuit.


>I would clean the connections on the starter solenoid first.


>Mike 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail 88 Cherokee 235
>AT's

Re: Oh crap still not working
 

Mike Romain, I found something you posted in 2000, could this relate to my
problem even though it's an automatic and the other guy's was a stick? I'm
also thinking of replacing that ground strap in any case, I have found an
extra in my toolbox, must be magic

Troy

http://groups.google.com/group/rec.a...2e67902584c0de

>That sounds to me like a bad starting circuit.

>With the key in the start position and the starter cranking, the coil gets
>it's positive power from the starter solenoid.


>With the key in the run position, the coil gets it's positive power from
>the ballast resistor circuit.


>I would clean the connections on the starter solenoid first.


>Mike 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail 88 Cherokee 235
>AT's

Re: Oh crap still not working
 

Mike Romain, I found something you posted in 2000, could this relate to my
problem even though it's an automatic and the other guy's was a stick? I'm
also thinking of replacing that ground strap in any case, I have found an
extra in my toolbox, must be magic

Troy

http://groups.google.com/group/rec.a...2e67902584c0de

>That sounds to me like a bad starting circuit.

>With the key in the start position and the starter cranking, the coil gets
>it's positive power from the starter solenoid.


>With the key in the run position, the coil gets it's positive power from
>the ballast resistor circuit.


>I would clean the connections on the starter solenoid first.


>Mike 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail 88 Cherokee 235
>AT's

Re: Oh crap still not working
 

Mike Romain, I found something you posted in 2000, could this relate to my
problem even though it's an automatic and the other guy's was a stick? I'm
also thinking of replacing that ground strap in any case, I have found an
extra in my toolbox, must be magic

Troy

http://groups.google.com/group/rec.a...2e67902584c0de

>That sounds to me like a bad starting circuit.

>With the key in the start position and the starter cranking, the coil gets
>it's positive power from the starter solenoid.


>With the key in the run position, the coil gets it's positive power from
>the ballast resistor circuit.


>I would clean the connections on the starter solenoid first.


>Mike 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail 88 Cherokee 235
>AT's

Re: Oh crap still not working
 

Hi Troy,
I think you should recheck your Crankcase Position Sensor for the
taped adjustment clearance:
http://www.off-road.com/jeep/cheroke...tdcsensor.html
God Bless America, Bill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/

Troy wrote:
>
> Well now this has certainly gotten me pissed.
>
> After I replaced the control module I took the drive to my brother's house,
> 10 miles. I was inside for about 45 minutes and came out just to see if it
> cranks up.
>
> The thing was acting like it was before I replaced the ignition control
> module, crank but no start. By this time I imagine the engine's
> compartment, due to not moving and being thoroughly heated up was warm all
> over. I disconnected the spark plug wire from the coil and saw no spark
> while cranking.
>
> To recap, the parts I have already replaced are:
> CPS sensor, spark plugs, spark plug wires, distributor cap with contact,
> ignition coil, and today the ignition control module, which failed the test
> at autozone. The ground strap from the engine to the body is strong and not
> rusted. I was so mad I was yanking on it hard even to see if it would give
> and it held strong.
>
> When I make a trip like this, after I park it and turn it off it will crank
> up again, its just if I let it sit something must be getting hot and not
> giving me spark. Right now it's at his house and I'm sure when I go over
> there in the morning it will crank up for me to get it home and have all my
> tools out with my multitester.
>
> Now, does anyone have any advice n such for this thing? I was considering
> buying a honda as a daily driver as it would be easier on gas but I love
> this crappy xj however if it keeps giving me trouble I am going to give it
> the boot.
>
> I'm gonna bug my neighbor about it when he gets home from his 3 day weekend,
> but it would be awesome to fix it myself. I'm just at the end of my rope
> with this thing.
>
> Troy

Re: Oh crap still not working
 

Hi Troy,
I think you should recheck your Crankcase Position Sensor for the
taped adjustment clearance:
http://www.off-road.com/jeep/cheroke...tdcsensor.html
God Bless America, Bill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/

Troy wrote:
>
> Well now this has certainly gotten me pissed.
>
> After I replaced the control module I took the drive to my brother's house,
> 10 miles. I was inside for about 45 minutes and came out just to see if it
> cranks up.
>
> The thing was acting like it was before I replaced the ignition control
> module, crank but no start. By this time I imagine the engine's
> compartment, due to not moving and being thoroughly heated up was warm all
> over. I disconnected the spark plug wire from the coil and saw no spark
> while cranking.
>
> To recap, the parts I have already replaced are:
> CPS sensor, spark plugs, spark plug wires, distributor cap with contact,
> ignition coil, and today the ignition control module, which failed the test
> at autozone. The ground strap from the engine to the body is strong and not
> rusted. I was so mad I was yanking on it hard even to see if it would give
> and it held strong.
>
> When I make a trip like this, after I park it and turn it off it will crank
> up again, its just if I let it sit something must be getting hot and not
> giving me spark. Right now it's at his house and I'm sure when I go over
> there in the morning it will crank up for me to get it home and have all my
> tools out with my multitester.
>
> Now, does anyone have any advice n such for this thing? I was considering
> buying a honda as a daily driver as it would be easier on gas but I love
> this crappy xj however if it keeps giving me trouble I am going to give it
> the boot.
>
> I'm gonna bug my neighbor about it when he gets home from his 3 day weekend,
> but it would be awesome to fix it myself. I'm just at the end of my rope
> with this thing.
>
> Troy

Re: Oh crap still not working
 

Hi Troy,
I think you should recheck your Crankcase Position Sensor for the
taped adjustment clearance:
http://www.off-road.com/jeep/cheroke...tdcsensor.html
God Bless America, Bill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/

Troy wrote:
>
> Well now this has certainly gotten me pissed.
>
> After I replaced the control module I took the drive to my brother's house,
> 10 miles. I was inside for about 45 minutes and came out just to see if it
> cranks up.
>
> The thing was acting like it was before I replaced the ignition control
> module, crank but no start. By this time I imagine the engine's
> compartment, due to not moving and being thoroughly heated up was warm all
> over. I disconnected the spark plug wire from the coil and saw no spark
> while cranking.
>
> To recap, the parts I have already replaced are:
> CPS sensor, spark plugs, spark plug wires, distributor cap with contact,
> ignition coil, and today the ignition control module, which failed the test
> at autozone. The ground strap from the engine to the body is strong and not
> rusted. I was so mad I was yanking on it hard even to see if it would give
> and it held strong.
>
> When I make a trip like this, after I park it and turn it off it will crank
> up again, its just if I let it sit something must be getting hot and not
> giving me spark. Right now it's at his house and I'm sure when I go over
> there in the morning it will crank up for me to get it home and have all my
> tools out with my multitester.
>
> Now, does anyone have any advice n such for this thing? I was considering
> buying a honda as a daily driver as it would be easier on gas but I love
> this crappy xj however if it keeps giving me trouble I am going to give it
> the boot.
>
> I'm gonna bug my neighbor about it when he gets home from his 3 day weekend,
> but it would be awesome to fix it myself. I'm just at the end of my rope
> with this thing.
>
> Troy

Re: Oh crap still not working
 

Hi Troy,
I think you should recheck your Crankcase Position Sensor for the
taped adjustment clearance:
http://www.off-road.com/jeep/cheroke...tdcsensor.html
God Bless America, Bill O|||||||O
mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/

Troy wrote:
>
> Well now this has certainly gotten me pissed.
>
> After I replaced the control module I took the drive to my brother's house,
> 10 miles. I was inside for about 45 minutes and came out just to see if it
> cranks up.
>
> The thing was acting like it was before I replaced the ignition control
> module, crank but no start. By this time I imagine the engine's
> compartment, due to not moving and being thoroughly heated up was warm all
> over. I disconnected the spark plug wire from the coil and saw no spark
> while cranking.
>
> To recap, the parts I have already replaced are:
> CPS sensor, spark plugs, spark plug wires, distributor cap with contact,
> ignition coil, and today the ignition control module, which failed the test
> at autozone. The ground strap from the engine to the body is strong and not
> rusted. I was so mad I was yanking on it hard even to see if it would give
> and it held strong.
>
> When I make a trip like this, after I park it and turn it off it will crank
> up again, its just if I let it sit something must be getting hot and not
> giving me spark. Right now it's at his house and I'm sure when I go over
> there in the morning it will crank up for me to get it home and have all my
> tools out with my multitester.
>
> Now, does anyone have any advice n such for this thing? I was considering
> buying a honda as a daily driver as it would be easier on gas but I love
> this crappy xj however if it keeps giving me trouble I am going to give it
> the boot.
>
> I'm gonna bug my neighbor about it when he gets home from his 3 day weekend,
> but it would be awesome to fix it myself. I'm just at the end of my rope
> with this thing.
>
> Troy

Re: Oh crap still not working
 

Ya know in the back of my mind I was thinking about how grimey it was near
there and if I maybe got some nasty stuff on it. I think I'll take it off
tomorrow and check it out. I just had a hell of a time getting to it and
had to buy a couple of 10 inch extensions and elbow for my ratchet to get to
it from the bottom, while having my girlfriend with skinny arms hold it from
the top. Maybe I could be adjusted a tad. I'll let ya'll know how it turns
out.

Troy


"L.W.(Bill) ------ III" <----------@cox.net> wrote in message
news:44EE9703.26DCF71@cox.net...
> Hi Troy,
> I think you should recheck your Crankcase Position Sensor for the
> taped adjustment clearance:
> http://www.off-road.com/jeep/cheroke...tdcsensor.html
> God Bless America, Bill O|||||||O
> mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
>
> Troy wrote:
>>
>> Well now this has certainly gotten me pissed.
>>
>> After I replaced the control module I took the drive to my brother's
>> house,
>> 10 miles. I was inside for about 45 minutes and came out just to see if
>> it
>> cranks up.
>>
>> The thing was acting like it was before I replaced the ignition control
>> module, crank but no start. By this time I imagine the engine's
>> compartment, due to not moving and being thoroughly heated up was warm
>> all
>> over. I disconnected the spark plug wire from the coil and saw no spark
>> while cranking.
>>
>> To recap, the parts I have already replaced are:
>> CPS sensor, spark plugs, spark plug wires, distributor cap with contact,
>> ignition coil, and today the ignition control module, which failed the
>> test
>> at autozone. The ground strap from the engine to the body is strong and
>> not
>> rusted. I was so mad I was yanking on it hard even to see if it would
>> give
>> and it held strong.
>>
>> When I make a trip like this, after I park it and turn it off it will
>> crank
>> up again, its just if I let it sit something must be getting hot and not
>> giving me spark. Right now it's at his house and I'm sure when I go over
>> there in the morning it will crank up for me to get it home and have all
>> my
>> tools out with my multitester.
>>
>> Now, does anyone have any advice n such for this thing? I was
>> considering
>> buying a honda as a daily driver as it would be easier on gas but I love
>> this crappy xj however if it keeps giving me trouble I am going to give
>> it
>> the boot.
>>
>> I'm gonna bug my neighbor about it when he gets home from his 3 day
>> weekend,
>> but it would be awesome to fix it myself. I'm just at the end of my rope
>> with this thing.
>>
>> Troy

Re: Oh crap still not working
 

Ya know in the back of my mind I was thinking about how grimey it was near
there and if I maybe got some nasty stuff on it. I think I'll take it off
tomorrow and check it out. I just had a hell of a time getting to it and
had to buy a couple of 10 inch extensions and elbow for my ratchet to get to
it from the bottom, while having my girlfriend with skinny arms hold it from
the top. Maybe I could be adjusted a tad. I'll let ya'll know how it turns
out.

Troy


"L.W.(Bill) ------ III" <----------@cox.net> wrote in message
news:44EE9703.26DCF71@cox.net...
> Hi Troy,
> I think you should recheck your Crankcase Position Sensor for the
> taped adjustment clearance:
> http://www.off-road.com/jeep/cheroke...tdcsensor.html
> God Bless America, Bill O|||||||O
> mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
>
> Troy wrote:
>>
>> Well now this has certainly gotten me pissed.
>>
>> After I replaced the control module I took the drive to my brother's
>> house,
>> 10 miles. I was inside for about 45 minutes and came out just to see if
>> it
>> cranks up.
>>
>> The thing was acting like it was before I replaced the ignition control
>> module, crank but no start. By this time I imagine the engine's
>> compartment, due to not moving and being thoroughly heated up was warm
>> all
>> over. I disconnected the spark plug wire from the coil and saw no spark
>> while cranking.
>>
>> To recap, the parts I have already replaced are:
>> CPS sensor, spark plugs, spark plug wires, distributor cap with contact,
>> ignition coil, and today the ignition control module, which failed the
>> test
>> at autozone. The ground strap from the engine to the body is strong and
>> not
>> rusted. I was so mad I was yanking on it hard even to see if it would
>> give
>> and it held strong.
>>
>> When I make a trip like this, after I park it and turn it off it will
>> crank
>> up again, its just if I let it sit something must be getting hot and not
>> giving me spark. Right now it's at his house and I'm sure when I go over
>> there in the morning it will crank up for me to get it home and have all
>> my
>> tools out with my multitester.
>>
>> Now, does anyone have any advice n such for this thing? I was
>> considering
>> buying a honda as a daily driver as it would be easier on gas but I love
>> this crappy xj however if it keeps giving me trouble I am going to give
>> it
>> the boot.
>>
>> I'm gonna bug my neighbor about it when he gets home from his 3 day
>> weekend,
>> but it would be awesome to fix it myself. I'm just at the end of my rope
>> with this thing.
>>
>> Troy

Re: Oh crap still not working
 

Ya know in the back of my mind I was thinking about how grimey it was near
there and if I maybe got some nasty stuff on it. I think I'll take it off
tomorrow and check it out. I just had a hell of a time getting to it and
had to buy a couple of 10 inch extensions and elbow for my ratchet to get to
it from the bottom, while having my girlfriend with skinny arms hold it from
the top. Maybe I could be adjusted a tad. I'll let ya'll know how it turns
out.

Troy


"L.W.(Bill) ------ III" <----------@cox.net> wrote in message
news:44EE9703.26DCF71@cox.net...
> Hi Troy,
> I think you should recheck your Crankcase Position Sensor for the
> taped adjustment clearance:
> http://www.off-road.com/jeep/cheroke...tdcsensor.html
> God Bless America, Bill O|||||||O
> mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
>
> Troy wrote:
>>
>> Well now this has certainly gotten me pissed.
>>
>> After I replaced the control module I took the drive to my brother's
>> house,
>> 10 miles. I was inside for about 45 minutes and came out just to see if
>> it
>> cranks up.
>>
>> The thing was acting like it was before I replaced the ignition control
>> module, crank but no start. By this time I imagine the engine's
>> compartment, due to not moving and being thoroughly heated up was warm
>> all
>> over. I disconnected the spark plug wire from the coil and saw no spark
>> while cranking.
>>
>> To recap, the parts I have already replaced are:
>> CPS sensor, spark plugs, spark plug wires, distributor cap with contact,
>> ignition coil, and today the ignition control module, which failed the
>> test
>> at autozone. The ground strap from the engine to the body is strong and
>> not
>> rusted. I was so mad I was yanking on it hard even to see if it would
>> give
>> and it held strong.
>>
>> When I make a trip like this, after I park it and turn it off it will
>> crank
>> up again, its just if I let it sit something must be getting hot and not
>> giving me spark. Right now it's at his house and I'm sure when I go over
>> there in the morning it will crank up for me to get it home and have all
>> my
>> tools out with my multitester.
>>
>> Now, does anyone have any advice n such for this thing? I was
>> considering
>> buying a honda as a daily driver as it would be easier on gas but I love
>> this crappy xj however if it keeps giving me trouble I am going to give
>> it
>> the boot.
>>
>> I'm gonna bug my neighbor about it when he gets home from his 3 day
>> weekend,
>> but it would be awesome to fix it myself. I'm just at the end of my rope
>> with this thing.
>>
>> Troy

Re: Oh crap still not working
 

Ya know in the back of my mind I was thinking about how grimey it was near
there and if I maybe got some nasty stuff on it. I think I'll take it off
tomorrow and check it out. I just had a hell of a time getting to it and
had to buy a couple of 10 inch extensions and elbow for my ratchet to get to
it from the bottom, while having my girlfriend with skinny arms hold it from
the top. Maybe I could be adjusted a tad. I'll let ya'll know how it turns
out.

Troy


"L.W.(Bill) ------ III" <----------@cox.net> wrote in message
news:44EE9703.26DCF71@cox.net...
> Hi Troy,
> I think you should recheck your Crankcase Position Sensor for the
> taped adjustment clearance:
> http://www.off-road.com/jeep/cheroke...tdcsensor.html
> God Bless America, Bill O|||||||O
> mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
>
> Troy wrote:
>>
>> Well now this has certainly gotten me pissed.
>>
>> After I replaced the control module I took the drive to my brother's
>> house,
>> 10 miles. I was inside for about 45 minutes and came out just to see if
>> it
>> cranks up.
>>
>> The thing was acting like it was before I replaced the ignition control
>> module, crank but no start. By this time I imagine the engine's
>> compartment, due to not moving and being thoroughly heated up was warm
>> all
>> over. I disconnected the spark plug wire from the coil and saw no spark
>> while cranking.
>>
>> To recap, the parts I have already replaced are:
>> CPS sensor, spark plugs, spark plug wires, distributor cap with contact,
>> ignition coil, and today the ignition control module, which failed the
>> test
>> at autozone. The ground strap from the engine to the body is strong and
>> not
>> rusted. I was so mad I was yanking on it hard even to see if it would
>> give
>> and it held strong.
>>
>> When I make a trip like this, after I park it and turn it off it will
>> crank
>> up again, its just if I let it sit something must be getting hot and not
>> giving me spark. Right now it's at his house and I'm sure when I go over
>> there in the morning it will crank up for me to get it home and have all
>> my
>> tools out with my multitester.
>>
>> Now, does anyone have any advice n such for this thing? I was
>> considering
>> buying a honda as a daily driver as it would be easier on gas but I love
>> this crappy xj however if it keeps giving me trouble I am going to give
>> it
>> the boot.
>>
>> I'm gonna bug my neighbor about it when he gets home from his 3 day
>> weekend,
>> but it would be awesome to fix it myself. I'm just at the end of my rope
>> with this thing.
>>
>> Troy

Re: Oh crap still not working
 

Yes, you could have a punky connection on the starter solenoid or relay
unit. That should be located on the fender just by the battery. I have
had to clean up mine. The green wires I think are the ones to make sure
are clean.

Mike

Troy wrote:
>
> Mike Romain, I found something you posted in 2000, could this relate to my
> problem even though it's an automatic and the other guy's was a stick? I'm
> also thinking of replacing that ground strap in any case, I have found an
> extra in my toolbox, must be magic
>
> Troy
>
> http://groups.google.com/group/rec.a...2e67902584c0de
>
> >That sounds to me like a bad starting circuit.
>
> >With the key in the start position and the starter cranking, the coil gets
> >it's positive power from the starter solenoid.
>
> >With the key in the run position, the coil gets it's positive power from
> >the ballast resistor circuit.
>
> >I would clean the connections on the starter solenoid first.
>
> >Mike 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail 88 Cherokee 235
> >AT's

Re: Oh crap still not working
 

Yes, you could have a punky connection on the starter solenoid or relay
unit. That should be located on the fender just by the battery. I have
had to clean up mine. The green wires I think are the ones to make sure
are clean.

Mike

Troy wrote:
>
> Mike Romain, I found something you posted in 2000, could this relate to my
> problem even though it's an automatic and the other guy's was a stick? I'm
> also thinking of replacing that ground strap in any case, I have found an
> extra in my toolbox, must be magic
>
> Troy
>
> http://groups.google.com/group/rec.a...2e67902584c0de
>
> >That sounds to me like a bad starting circuit.
>
> >With the key in the start position and the starter cranking, the coil gets
> >it's positive power from the starter solenoid.
>
> >With the key in the run position, the coil gets it's positive power from
> >the ballast resistor circuit.
>
> >I would clean the connections on the starter solenoid first.
>
> >Mike 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail 88 Cherokee 235
> >AT's

Re: Oh crap still not working
 

Yes, you could have a punky connection on the starter solenoid or relay
unit. That should be located on the fender just by the battery. I have
had to clean up mine. The green wires I think are the ones to make sure
are clean.

Mike

Troy wrote:
>
> Mike Romain, I found something you posted in 2000, could this relate to my
> problem even though it's an automatic and the other guy's was a stick? I'm
> also thinking of replacing that ground strap in any case, I have found an
> extra in my toolbox, must be magic
>
> Troy
>
> http://groups.google.com/group/rec.a...2e67902584c0de
>
> >That sounds to me like a bad starting circuit.
>
> >With the key in the start position and the starter cranking, the coil gets
> >it's positive power from the starter solenoid.
>
> >With the key in the run position, the coil gets it's positive power from
> >the ballast resistor circuit.
>
> >I would clean the connections on the starter solenoid first.
>
> >Mike 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail 88 Cherokee 235
> >AT's

Re: Oh crap still not working
 

Yes, you could have a punky connection on the starter solenoid or relay
unit. That should be located on the fender just by the battery. I have
had to clean up mine. The green wires I think are the ones to make sure
are clean.

Mike

Troy wrote:
>
> Mike Romain, I found something you posted in 2000, could this relate to my
> problem even though it's an automatic and the other guy's was a stick? I'm
> also thinking of replacing that ground strap in any case, I have found an
> extra in my toolbox, must be magic
>
> Troy
>
> http://groups.google.com/group/rec.a...2e67902584c0de
>
> >That sounds to me like a bad starting circuit.
>
> >With the key in the start position and the starter cranking, the coil gets
> >it's positive power from the starter solenoid.
>
> >With the key in the run position, the coil gets it's positive power from
> >the ballast resistor circuit.
>
> >I would clean the connections on the starter solenoid first.
>
> >Mike 86/00 CJ7 Laredo, 33x9.5 BFG Muds, 'glass nose to tail 88 Cherokee 235
> >AT's

Re: Oh crap still not working
 

Yours is like mine with 2 bolts and no adjustment I believe. The plug
'and' socket get dirty and they fail. Putting a new CPS in only cleans
half the connection.....

Mike

Troy wrote:
>
> Ya know in the back of my mind I was thinking about how grimey it was near
> there and if I maybe got some nasty stuff on it. I think I'll take it off
> tomorrow and check it out. I just had a hell of a time getting to it and
> had to buy a couple of 10 inch extensions and elbow for my ratchet to get to
> it from the bottom, while having my girlfriend with skinny arms hold it from
> the top. Maybe I could be adjusted a tad. I'll let ya'll know how it turns
> out.
>
> Troy
>
> "L.W.(Bill) ------ III" <----------@cox.net> wrote in message
> news:44EE9703.26DCF71@cox.net...
> > Hi Troy,
> > I think you should recheck your Crankcase Position Sensor for the
> > taped adjustment clearance:
> > http://www.off-road.com/jeep/cheroke...tdcsensor.html
> > God Bless America, Bill O|||||||O
> > mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
> >
> > Troy wrote:
> >>
> >> Well now this has certainly gotten me pissed.
> >>
> >> After I replaced the control module I took the drive to my brother's
> >> house,
> >> 10 miles. I was inside for about 45 minutes and came out just to see if
> >> it
> >> cranks up.
> >>
> >> The thing was acting like it was before I replaced the ignition control
> >> module, crank but no start. By this time I imagine the engine's
> >> compartment, due to not moving and being thoroughly heated up was warm
> >> all
> >> over. I disconnected the spark plug wire from the coil and saw no spark
> >> while cranking.
> >>
> >> To recap, the parts I have already replaced are:
> >> CPS sensor, spark plugs, spark plug wires, distributor cap with contact,
> >> ignition coil, and today the ignition control module, which failed the
> >> test
> >> at autozone. The ground strap from the engine to the body is strong and
> >> not
> >> rusted. I was so mad I was yanking on it hard even to see if it would
> >> give
> >> and it held strong.
> >>
> >> When I make a trip like this, after I park it and turn it off it will
> >> crank
> >> up again, its just if I let it sit something must be getting hot and not
> >> giving me spark. Right now it's at his house and I'm sure when I go over
> >> there in the morning it will crank up for me to get it home and have all
> >> my
> >> tools out with my multitester.
> >>
> >> Now, does anyone have any advice n such for this thing? I was
> >> considering
> >> buying a honda as a daily driver as it would be easier on gas but I love
> >> this crappy xj however if it keeps giving me trouble I am going to give
> >> it
> >> the boot.
> >>
> >> I'm gonna bug my neighbor about it when he gets home from his 3 day
> >> weekend,
> >> but it would be awesome to fix it myself. I'm just at the end of my rope
> >> with this thing.
> >>
> >> Troy

Re: Oh crap still not working
 

Yours is like mine with 2 bolts and no adjustment I believe. The plug
'and' socket get dirty and they fail. Putting a new CPS in only cleans
half the connection.....

Mike

Troy wrote:
>
> Ya know in the back of my mind I was thinking about how grimey it was near
> there and if I maybe got some nasty stuff on it. I think I'll take it off
> tomorrow and check it out. I just had a hell of a time getting to it and
> had to buy a couple of 10 inch extensions and elbow for my ratchet to get to
> it from the bottom, while having my girlfriend with skinny arms hold it from
> the top. Maybe I could be adjusted a tad. I'll let ya'll know how it turns
> out.
>
> Troy
>
> "L.W.(Bill) ------ III" <----------@cox.net> wrote in message
> news:44EE9703.26DCF71@cox.net...
> > Hi Troy,
> > I think you should recheck your Crankcase Position Sensor for the
> > taped adjustment clearance:
> > http://www.off-road.com/jeep/cheroke...tdcsensor.html
> > God Bless America, Bill O|||||||O
> > mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
> >
> > Troy wrote:
> >>
> >> Well now this has certainly gotten me pissed.
> >>
> >> After I replaced the control module I took the drive to my brother's
> >> house,
> >> 10 miles. I was inside for about 45 minutes and came out just to see if
> >> it
> >> cranks up.
> >>
> >> The thing was acting like it was before I replaced the ignition control
> >> module, crank but no start. By this time I imagine the engine's
> >> compartment, due to not moving and being thoroughly heated up was warm
> >> all
> >> over. I disconnected the spark plug wire from the coil and saw no spark
> >> while cranking.
> >>
> >> To recap, the parts I have already replaced are:
> >> CPS sensor, spark plugs, spark plug wires, distributor cap with contact,
> >> ignition coil, and today the ignition control module, which failed the
> >> test
> >> at autozone. The ground strap from the engine to the body is strong and
> >> not
> >> rusted. I was so mad I was yanking on it hard even to see if it would
> >> give
> >> and it held strong.
> >>
> >> When I make a trip like this, after I park it and turn it off it will
> >> crank
> >> up again, its just if I let it sit something must be getting hot and not
> >> giving me spark. Right now it's at his house and I'm sure when I go over
> >> there in the morning it will crank up for me to get it home and have all
> >> my
> >> tools out with my multitester.
> >>
> >> Now, does anyone have any advice n such for this thing? I was
> >> considering
> >> buying a honda as a daily driver as it would be easier on gas but I love
> >> this crappy xj however if it keeps giving me trouble I am going to give
> >> it
> >> the boot.
> >>
> >> I'm gonna bug my neighbor about it when he gets home from his 3 day
> >> weekend,
> >> but it would be awesome to fix it myself. I'm just at the end of my rope
> >> with this thing.
> >>
> >> Troy

Re: Oh crap still not working
 

Yours is like mine with 2 bolts and no adjustment I believe. The plug
'and' socket get dirty and they fail. Putting a new CPS in only cleans
half the connection.....

Mike

Troy wrote:
>
> Ya know in the back of my mind I was thinking about how grimey it was near
> there and if I maybe got some nasty stuff on it. I think I'll take it off
> tomorrow and check it out. I just had a hell of a time getting to it and
> had to buy a couple of 10 inch extensions and elbow for my ratchet to get to
> it from the bottom, while having my girlfriend with skinny arms hold it from
> the top. Maybe I could be adjusted a tad. I'll let ya'll know how it turns
> out.
>
> Troy
>
> "L.W.(Bill) ------ III" <----------@cox.net> wrote in message
> news:44EE9703.26DCF71@cox.net...
> > Hi Troy,
> > I think you should recheck your Crankcase Position Sensor for the
> > taped adjustment clearance:
> > http://www.off-road.com/jeep/cheroke...tdcsensor.html
> > God Bless America, Bill O|||||||O
> > mailto:-------------------- http://www.----------.com/
> >
> > Troy wrote:
> >>
> >> Well now this has certainly gotten me pissed.
> >>
> >> After I replaced the control module I took the drive to my brother's
> >> house,
> >> 10 miles. I was inside for about 45 minutes and came out just to see if
> >> it
> >> cranks up.
> >>
> >> The thing was acting like it was before I replaced the ignition control
> >> module, crank but no start. By this time I imagine the engine's
> >> compartment, due to not moving and being thoroughly heated up was warm
> >> all
> >> over. I disconnected the spark plug wire from the coil and saw no spark
> >> while cranking.
> >>
> >> To recap, the parts I have already replaced are:
> >> CPS sensor, spark plugs, spark plug wires, distributor cap with contact,
> >> ignition coil, and today the ignition control module, which failed the
> >> test
> >> at autozone. The ground strap from the engine to the body is strong and
> >> not
> >> rusted. I was so mad I was yanking on it hard even to see if it would
> >> give
> >> and it held strong.
> >>
> >> When I make a trip like this, after I park it and turn it off it will
> >> crank
> >> up again, its just if I let it sit something must be getting hot and not
> >> giving me spark. Right now it's at his house and I'm sure when I go over
> >> there in the morning it will crank up for me to get it home and have all
> >> my
> >> tools out with my multitester.
> >>
> >> Now, does anyone have any advice n such for this thing? I was
> >> considering
> >> buying a honda as a daily driver as it would be easier on gas but I love
> >> this crappy xj however if it keeps giving me trouble I am going to give
> >> it
> >> the boot.
> >>
> >> I'm gonna bug my neighbor about it when he gets home from his 3 day
> >> weekend,
> >> but it would be awesome to fix it myself. I'm just at the end of my rope
> >> with this thing.
> >>
> >> Troy