Jeep Cherokee Engine Problems

THERE isn't a lot of history on the Jeep fitted with LPG, so you need to tread carefully. One reputable installer told me he won't touch the Jeep because of problems he had fitting an air valve system to earlier models, but he reckons a modern gas injection system would most likely work well. The problem is finding an SGI system that has been developed for your model. The best course is to ask installers what they can offer, then ask if you can talk to owners who have had the system fitted. But be wary. There just isn't enough history to be confident.

A cold-start rattle is not unusual while oil gets to the top of an engine but you should push Jeep for a serious investigation. A better-quality oil might also help.

It’s not worth much at all, less than $1000.

I RECALL the notice that did go out, I guess Chrysler's view is that the modification fixed the problem in 2002, and that there is now no problem. Anyone with a Cherokee should make sure their car has had the modification.

Based on the Chrysler claim for fuel consumption the diesel comes out in front by about $600 after taking into consideration the higher upfront cost and higher servicing costs.

Your mechanic is wrong. The new Sorento has been out less than a year, has zero engine troubles and is the one I would pick.

If the warning light is in the shape of an engine it's telling you something is amiss within the engine management system and you should take it to a mechanic to find out the reason it's coming on. It's probably a faulty engine sensor, or something similar in the engine management system.