Jeep Grand Cherokee 2 / WJ

The Grand Cherokee WJ debuted in 1998, replacing the first generation of the ZJ series. The large dimensions and 2.78-meter wheelbase make it feel like a business class car in a spacious cabin. The feeling of luxury is enhanced by an automatic transmission, electric drive of seats with quilted leather and the front panel trim with wood. Any of the "Grands" is equipped with electric windows and air conditioning, or climate control. Jeep engineers made sure that WJ, like its predecessor, was not afraid to move off paved roads. Because of this, the handling has suffered, but the suspension provides a high level of comfort on any coatings. If you are interested in the accuracy of steering, then you should look for versions prepared specifically for the European market - different suspension settings. They are distinguished by additional direction indicators in the front wings, reflectors in the rear bumper, and electrically folding mirrors.

Engines

The American SUV offered engines of five options: three gasoline and two diesel. The smallest - inline six-cylinder has a working volume of 4.0 liters and will develop 195 liters. with. Weighing just under two tons, the Grand Cherokee with such an engine accelerates to 100 km / h in 10.9 seconds and reaches a top speed of 190 km / h. The average fuel consumption is in the range of 12-15 l / 100 km. In addition, there are two varieties of 4.7-liter V8: power 223 and 258 hp. Both power units provide acceleration to 100 km / h in just 8 seconds, but the appetite of the engines, as a rule, exceeds 20 l / 100 km. The engines are characterized by a simple design with a cast-iron block and a head, which uses 2 valves per cylinder. Characteristic malfunctions: corrosion of the block head, deformation of exhaust collectors and oil leakage. When inspecting gasoline modifications, you should carefully listen to the sounds from under the valve lid. Knocking or grinding means the need to replace the valve gap compensators. Repairs require specialist attention and are relatively expensive. In the ill-fated instances equipped with a liquefied gas system, valve seats often fall out, which can lead to damage to the corresponding cylinder. Since the repair will require dismantling and disassembly of the cylinder head, the costs will be more than 20 000 rubles. European modifications of the Jeep Grand Cherokee WJ could be equipped with two diesel 5-cylinder engines 3. 1 TD and 2. 7 CRDI. The first engine was developed by the Italian company VM Motori. 3.1-liter diesel is quite weak. Developing power of 140 hp

Typical problems and malfunctions

Motorists, pedantic in matters of efficiency and reliability, it is better to pay attention to Japanese SUVs. Jeep suffers from a large number of minor malfunctions, which is very annoying for many. However, a significant number of defects can easily get rid of yourself, but not everyone likes to “murder” their hands in the garage. At the same time, frequent visits to car service stations significantly increase operating costs. There are many problems with electrical equipment. Most often, you have to face failures of seat heating and CD changer. Often sour contacts, which causes many minor failures in the operation of electrics, cruise control, electric windows and other equipment. Also there are ailments of the electric motor or controller of the fan cooling system. A typical problem of Grand Cherokee is the destruction of the valves responsible for dosing warm air. It concerns instances equipped with climate control, and is manifested by the cessation of the supply of warm air. Replacing flimsy plastic flaps with aluminum will eliminate this problem forever. However, repairs will require substantial costs. Removal of the front panel is required to replace. A lot of care is also delivered by the brake system - the pistons of brake calipers acidify and wedge. It is noteworthy that even replacing pistons with new ones solves the problem for a short time. The way out is to install analogues made of galvanized steel, which can be purchased via the Internet. Quite often, there is a rupture of the high-pressure hydraulic booster line, which leads to a leakage of the working fluid from the system.

Engines

• Characteristic malfunctions: corrosion of the block head, deformation of exhaust collectors and oil leakage.
• When inspecting gasoline modifications, you should carefully listen to the sounds from under the valve lid.
• Knocking or grinding means the need to replace the valve gap compensators.
• Repairs require specialist attention and are relatively expensive.
• Since the repair will require dismantling and disassembly of the cylinder head, the costs will be more than 20 000 rubles.
• The Italian diesel has earned a reputation for being unreliable and difficult to repair.
• As a result, there are uncontrolled leaks of oil, its level drops to critical values, and the engine “catches a wedge”. Then comes the capital.

Typical problems and malfunctions

• Jeep suffers from a large number of minor malfunctions, which is very annoying for many.
• There are many problems with electrical equipment.
• Most often, you have to face failures of seat heating and CD changer.
• A typical problem of Grand Cherokee is the destruction of the valves responsible for dosing warm air.
• Replacing flimsy plastic flaps with aluminum will eliminate this problem forever.
• However, repairs will require substantial costs.
• Removal of the front panel is required to replace.
• It is noteworthy that even replacing pistons with new ones solves the problem for a short time.

It takes a lot of perseverance to bring Gran Cherokee WJ to the perfect. The only thing that really attracts us is the price. But repair costs quickly make up for the difference to the level of more reliable SUVs.

• Engines: Characteristic malfunctions: burnout of the block head, deformation of exhaust manifolds and oil leakage.
• Typical problems and malfunctions: Jeep suffers from a large number of minor malfunctions, which is very annoying for many.

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