Used Car Expert Fault Guides tell you the common Jeep Cherokee faults and wear items that can become problems and big bills for their owner.
Independent research indicated that using our fault guides to check a car before you buy it can save you an average of £300 in surprise bills and hidden problems.
That's because our Jeep Cherokee fault guides are written so that anyone can understand them – even if you know nothing about cars and have no tools. For every common fault, we tell you what to look for, what it means and what it costs.
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Jeep Cherokee (1993 - 2001) Fault Guide
Jeep Cherokee Ii (2001 - Present) Fault Guide
Jeep Cherokee (1993 - 2001) Fault Guide
We know of 27 JEEP Cherokee (1993 - 2001) faults which our fault check guide makes it easy for you to spot and avoid.
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1 engine faults
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4 suspension wear items or faults
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5 interior problems
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1 bodywork issues
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16 recalls
Here's an example fault on the JEEP Cherokee (1993 - 2001)
What to look for:
On diesel engines built after 2001, check the paperwork to see if the cam belt has been changed on schedule. On most engines the cam belt must be changed within 4 years or 60,000 miles. Petrol engines and pre-2001 diesel engines were chain or gear driven so this is not an issue for those cars.
What it means:
If the cam belt and associated parts (such as water pump and tensioner) have not been changed, and the mileage is over these boundaries, the cam belt is likely to fail soon. Usually the engine has to be replaced or at least re-built after a cam belt failure.
What to do
Ensure that the cam belt is changed before the car is driven anywhere if it is coming close to its interval. Changing the belt will cost £400.
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Jeep Cherokee Ii (2001 - Present) Fault Guide
We know of 11 JEEP Cherokee II (2001 - Present) faults which our fault check guide makes it easy for you to spot and avoid.
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2 engine faults
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2 suspension wear items or faults
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1 interior problems
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1 bodywork issues
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5 recalls
Here's an example fault on the JEEP Cherokee II (2001 - Present)
What to look for:
Check the underside of the car for oil clinging to the back of the engine and the sump.
What it means:
Oil clinging in this area is likely to be from the rear main oil seal.
What to do
Negotiate a £185 discount or have the repair completed.
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