2000 Jeep Cherokee: check engine light

Filed Jul 4, 2015 · Electrical, Engine · FL

I bought this truck used from a private owner in march of 15, check engine light was on was told it was on because they changed the gas cap on it in june of 15 I was at a store parked went into the store came back out truck wouldn't start no lights nothing jumping didn't do anything had to tow it home, then tow it to the repair shop where they said it was the starter and we placed that ( $394.93) truck ran fine for about 2 weeks same thing, going to tow it the repair shop again next week

Filed Aug 16, 2010 · Electrical · 11,000 miles · OH

I have a 2000 jeep cherokee, that whenever it hits a bump on the road, the gauges start to die. First the airbag light , then the engine light come on. After that the odometer dies, so I have no idea how fast I am going. Sometimes all the gauges fail. When I hit another bump on the road everything goes back to normal. I tried to have this fixed, but unfortunately this is a common problem for jeep and chrysler, my mechanic looked there is nothing wrong with the dash. It is somewhere in the cables, usually it takes chrysler a couple of days(he told me from his experience, from his other customers) and they can't guarantee that they even find the faulty wire. And even after they "find the problem" most likely it will come back.

Filed Oct 15, 2008 · Electrical, Fuel system · 65,325 miles · VA

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 jeep cherokee. While driving 55 MPH, there was a loss of transmission power. The vehicle hesitated excessively, but the engine continued to operate. The warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was not taken to an authorized dealer at that time. On a separate occasion, the check engine and transmission warning indicators illuminated on the instrument panel. The indicators remained lit until the engine was turned off. Immediately following, the engine shut off; however, the vehicle restarted within twenty minutes. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic twice for identical failures. The crank sensor and fuel filter were replaced; however, there were no resolutions. Currently, the vehicle is being repaired for the malfunctions. The contact was concerned of the safety risk involved. The failure mileage was 65,325 and current mileage was 65,475. Updated 11-25-08 *bf updated 11/26/08.

Filed Apr 28, 2008 · Engine · 74,000 miles · OH

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 jeep cherokee. While driving approximately 60 MPH, the contact heard a loud shuttering noise coming from the vehicle. Thirty minutes later, the engine warning light illuminated on the instrument control panel. He took the vehicle to a dealer and a representative stated that the coil burned and the engine had excessive carbon. The engine was cleaned out and the coil was repaired. Immediately after the repair was made, the vehicle failed. He took the vehicle back to the dealer and they stated that the cylinder cracked from excessive heating. The vehicle is currently being repaired. The manufacturer did not provide any assistance. The failure mileage was 74,000.

Filed Mar 16, 2006 · Transmission · 120,000 miles · VA

On my wife's 2000 right hand drive jeep cherokee after 120,000 miles the check engine light came on, the obd ii code read a transmission problem after trying to fix the problem I took it into the dealer where the car was purchased. They informed me that it would need a new transmission, they do not work on the aw4 transmissions, their fix is to replace it. I had a friend install the new tranny only to have the same problem 3,000 miles later, so back to the dealer we went. I was charged $550 to install the next one because they did not install the first. After 300 miles the light came back on and the transmission would not down shift which put her in danger not being able to accelerate after delivering mail. So a new transmission was put in again this time for no cost except gas to get it to the dealer and my wife having to use her leave to have this done. Now after 100 miles the light came on the dealer said that the chances are slim that the tranny was bad and it must be in the TCM or the wiring harness. Why does chrysler install a transmission in a vehicle and not train their mechanics to work on them.

Filed May 11, 2005 · Engine · 00

Engine was knocking, check engine light came on, diagonistic test showed 6th cylinder was misfiring lifter was damaged. The camshaft was replaced as well as the lifters and headgasket. I do not understand how a 2000 vehicle with only 81000 kms needs $2000.00 worth of repairs done. The dealer also advised me that he can't understand how this is required either. He advised me to call 1-800- 465-2001 to voice my complaint. He also gave me the old part to send back to chrysler. The 1-800 # I called advised me that they will put my inforamtion in my file, but they could not do anything else for me nor did they want the part. I would like feed back on this complaint as I am not happy with my experiences with chrysler thus far. Are the parts they are using to build these vehicles not up to par? ????

Filed May 2, 2003 · Engine · MI

While driving the vehicle jerked and the check engine light illuminated and stayed on the remainder of the time vehicle was being operated.

Filed Jan 24, 2000 · Acceleration, Electrical · NY

Engine check engine lite came on at around 600 miles, was knocked off by the service manager. Went on again at 934 miles and spark plugs were replaced. Went on again and was flashing. Service dept. Can not seem to pin point problem. A idle part is being ordered. They seem to think it is idling to slow. I am afraid more problems will be caused by this hit and miss method. Is it a problem to have the lite keep coming on?