98 Cherokee 4L I6 Timing Chain - replace?
 

I've read a bit on the web, and I'd like someone to confirm for me
regarding my 98 Cherokee with 4L I6 Engine (105,000 miles):

1) The timing chain does not need to be replaced like timing belts do -
it should last as long as the engine.
2) If the timing chain should break, the engine is "non-interference"
so I don't have to worry about major damage like bent valves, etc.
Is this correct?

Thanks,
Mike

Re: 98 Cherokee 4L I6 Timing Chain - replace?
 

googleid2003@yahoo.com did pass the time by typing:
> I've read a bit on the web, and I'd like someone to confirm for me
> regarding my 98 Cherokee with 4L I6 Engine (105,000 miles):
>
> 1) The timing chain does not need to be replaced like timing belts do -
> it should last as long as the engine.
> 2) If the timing chain should break, the engine is "non-interference"
> so I don't have to worry about major damage like bent valves, etc.
> Is this correct?

That's my understanding, although the book talks about 200,000 miles as
being a recommended service interval for the chain.

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Re: 98 Cherokee 4L I6 Timing Chain - replace?
 

googleid2003@yahoo.com did pass the time by typing:
> I've read a bit on the web, and I'd like someone to confirm for me
> regarding my 98 Cherokee with 4L I6 Engine (105,000 miles):
>
> 1) The timing chain does not need to be replaced like timing belts do -
> it should last as long as the engine.
> 2) If the timing chain should break, the engine is "non-interference"
> so I don't have to worry about major damage like bent valves, etc.
> Is this correct?

That's my understanding, although the book talks about 200,000 miles as
being a recommended service interval for the chain.

--
-- DougW -- 93 ZJ 4.0 http://members.cox.net/wilsond
HESCO Supercharger - 300W IASCA Stereo - Edelbrock IAS Shocks
Gibson Exhaust - rear DCpower - custom gauge install - Stillen Rotors
Banks Header - and BEER, in the fridge!

Re: 98 Cherokee 4L I6 Timing Chain - replace?
 

googleid2003@yahoo.com did pass the time by typing:
> I've read a bit on the web, and I'd like someone to confirm for me
> regarding my 98 Cherokee with 4L I6 Engine (105,000 miles):
>
> 1) The timing chain does not need to be replaced like timing belts do -
> it should last as long as the engine.
> 2) If the timing chain should break, the engine is "non-interference"
> so I don't have to worry about major damage like bent valves, etc.
> Is this correct?

That's my understanding, although the book talks about 200,000 miles as
being a recommended service interval for the chain.

--
-- DougW -- 93 ZJ 4.0 http://members.cox.net/wilsond
HESCO Supercharger - 300W IASCA Stereo - Edelbrock IAS Shocks
Gibson Exhaust - rear DCpower - custom gauge install - Stillen Rotors
Banks Header - and BEER, in the fridge!

Re: 98 Cherokee 4L I6 Timing Chain - replace?
 

Good to know. I'm glad I don't have to replace it or worry about it
messing up the engine if it does break.

MIke

Re: 98 Cherokee 4L I6 Timing Chain - replace?
 

Good to know. I'm glad I don't have to replace it or worry about it
messing up the engine if it does break.

MIke

Re: 98 Cherokee 4L I6 Timing Chain - replace?
 

Good to know. I'm glad I don't have to replace it or worry about it
messing up the engine if it does break.

MIke