1997 Jeep Cherokee (XJ) — Repair Solution

4.0L ERH 6cyl 12v OHV MPFI Petrol · Battery Flat / Current Drain · Electrical

Jeep Cherokee (XJ) Battery Flat / Current Drain Electrical Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Jeep
Model: Cherokee (XJ)
Year: 1997
Engine: 4.0L ERH 6cyl 12v OHV MPFI Petrol
Area: Electrical
Category: Battery Flat / Current Drain

Customer Complaint

Battery going flat intermittently

Problem Summary

At time of testing the battery was flat, had a current drain that varied from 500mamps and 1amp.
Owner had tried a number of repairs and they all lost interest, a few took a stab with no +ve results. Main ACC fuse had been removed to stop drain.

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Quick Facts

CodeJEEXJ97447
Vehicle1997 Jeep Cherokee (XJ)
Engine4.0L ERH 6cyl 12v OHV MPFI Petrol
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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