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I have poured over the various 4wd threads out there as I begin to aquire parts for my 4wd conversion. I have a 98 XJ Limited 2wd with the AW4 and the Chrysler 8.25. I feel pretty confident on the swap but my question is in regards to other items that I should replace while I have the drivetrain...

1998 XJ 2wd 4.0 AW4 8.25 rear axle with 3.55 gearing 165K non-ABS It's been a rough couple of weeks for the XJ. I made it through the PCM diagnosis and replacement, but now I have a new issue......the brakes. Now, I know the braking system in our XJ's is not "cutting edge," but I'm having a...

1998 Cherokee XJ 4.0 AW4 2WD with 8.25 rear axle 165k Yesterday I drove the Jeep all around town with no problems. On my last errand, when I got back into the Jeep I noticed the power door locked cycled once on their own. I didn't think much of this and continued home. Parked in the garage...

1998 Cherokee XJ 2wd Limited 4.0 AW4 Chrysler 8.25 3:55 ratio 164k So I've had a P0743 code for awhile indicating my TCC solenoid is having issues. When I come off the freeway after driving for an extended period of time I get a MIL when the TCC disengages and goes back to a fluid coupling...

I know the topic of stock leaf spring replacements has been covered many many times and I've read most of the threads here. I will be replacing the stock leafs on my 98 2WD Limited in about a month. I will definitely hit the bolts with some PB Blaster a few days beforehand, but I live in...

My local Firestone is offering an oil change special that undercuts my cost doing it myself. Does anyone have any experience with them? I'm concerned about the quality of filter they use and was wondering if anyone had an opinion about it. I have no problems doing it myself but for $19.99...

1998 Cherokee 4.0 AW4 8.25 Factory 2WD 164k I have two questions. While driving around today my MIL popped on. I pulled codes and retrieved P0700 and P0743. I know 700 is a generic transmission code and 743 is a torque converter solenoid electrical circuit fault. I have zero driveability...

I've always received excellant advice from this forum so before making a large purchase decision I wanted to run it past the experts here. I'm halfway through completing my ASE certification and would like to add a scan tool to my toolbox. I don't have the money for a bi-directional unit...

I've got a slow crank condition that's been developing over the last few weeks. I know it's not the infamous fuel pump check valve because it always starts on the 1st try and it's the speed of the crank that is causing an issue. Today it finally gave me a scare and almost wouldn't start. The...

1998 XJ 2WD Completely Stock AW4 for the 2WD Chrysler 8.25 rear axle with 3.55 setup Recently, my XJ has developed a disturbing noise. I notice it when taking off from a dead stop, or at speeds below 5mph. The best way I can think to describe this noise is when you were a kid and put a...

1998 XJ Limited 2wd AW4 8.25" Completely stock I would like to add factory keyless entry to my Jeep. I understand you must have a DRB II scan tool in order to flash the remotes to my rig. I am looking at remotes on ebay that are 2 button for my year. My understanding is the 3 button (3rd...

I've spent the better part of two hours now reading previous posts and I'm a little confused so I thought I'd pose my scenario and see what you guys think: 98 XJ 2wd AW4 8.25 with 3.55 gear ratio bone stock with no extra gear on factory tire size for the Limited model 155k I have two...

Hey Everyone, I'm having an issue with my XJ. Here are the specs: 98 XJ Limited 4.0, AW4 2 Wheel Drive 8.25 rear axle (recent replacement of pinion bearings) I've noticed in the last couple of days when I take off from a stop I'm getting a noticable whine in 1st gear. The XJ shifts...

Hello, So I've got an issue with the factory stereo in my 98 XJ. It's the Infinity CD/Tape deck combo. I removed the faceplate yesterday to try and remove the volume knob for cleaning as I'm having volume issues. My question though is about the small equalizer knobs. It seems in all my...

So I'll be moving soon and will be leaving the XJ at my residence while my home is on the market. I'm taking my commuter car with me for my new job so the XJ will be sitting awhile. Here are the specs for the potential storage: XJ will be stored in an unheated enclosed garage It will not be...

So I've been driving the heck out of the XJ lately going on various job interviews up to 110 miles away from home. I've got a 2wd 98 XJ with the AW4 and I've noticed a very minor drop in the coolant level. I had the overflow container filled to just under the highest hash mark on the bottle...

As the temperature has started to drop I've noticed a strange condition with my brakes. This is for my 98 XJ 2wd. After leaving the XJ at work all day, or leaving 1st thing in the morning from my house the brakes grab quicker on the 1st or 2nd application. They don't lock and they don't pull...

So the parking brake lever assembly on my 98 XJ has not been working correctly. It will engage for up to 4 clicks, but above that it will slam down. I assume the teeth are sheered in the mechanism so I picked up a replacement last time I was at the junkyard. Last night I attempted to install it...

So the 98 2wd needs brakes. I'm low on cash but don't want to put this off much longer. Here are the quotes I got for the front brakes only. The rears will have to hold off another month or so. Let me know what you think. Thank you! Replacement pads from NAPA: $51.99 for top of the line...

I'll keep this short since the AC posts lately have been plentiful. I have the partial AC operation so many folks have on their 97+ XJs. Mine is a 98 and the system works fine for awhile and then cuts out with no pattern I can decipher. I know when it cuts out that the compressor clutch is not...