Safety Warning
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSJEEP1991CHEROKEE 2WD L4-150 2.5L VIN P MFIREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSTESTING AND INSPECTIONSYMPTOM RELATED DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURESBACKFIRES
1991 Jeep Cherokee 2WD L4-150 2.5L VIN P MFI
Backfires
1991 Jeep Cherokee 2WD L4-150 2.5L VIN P MFISECTION Backfires
SYMPTOM DESCRIPTION:
Fuel ignites in intake manifold, or in exhaust system, making a loud popping noise.
SYSTEM OR COMPONENT TO CHECK ACTION
IGNITION
CHECK: - IGNITION COIL for proper output voltage
with spark tester or equivalent.
- SPARK PLUGS. Remove spark plugs,
check for fuel fouled plugs, cracks, wear,
improper gap, burned electrodes, or
heavy deposits. Replace as necessary.
- SECONDARY CIRCUIT. For crossfire between
spark plugs (distributor cap, spark plug
wires and proper routing of plug wires.)
- TIMING.
ENGINE CHECK: - COMPRESSION. Perform a compression check,
look for sticking or leaking valves.
- VACUUM LEAKS. Intake manifold gasket and
hoses.
- RESTRICTIONS. Intake and exhaust system for
casting flash or other restrictions.
EMISSIONS CHECK: - AIR INJECTION. Faulty A.I.R. check valve.
- EGR operation for being open all the time.
Fuel ignites in intake manifold, or in exhaust system, making a loud popping noise.
SYSTEM OR COMPONENT TO CHECK ACTION
IGNITION
CHECK: - IGNITION COIL for proper output voltage
with spark tester or equivalent.
- SPARK PLUGS. Remove spark plugs,
check for fuel fouled plugs, cracks, wear,
improper gap, burned electrodes, or
heavy deposits. Replace as necessary.
- SECONDARY CIRCUIT. For crossfire between
spark plugs (distributor cap, spark plug
wires and proper routing of plug wires.)
- TIMING.
ENGINE CHECK: - COMPRESSION. Perform a compression check,
look for sticking or leaking valves.
- VACUUM LEAKS. Intake manifold gasket and
hoses.
- RESTRICTIONS. Intake and exhaust system for
casting flash or other restrictions.
EMISSIONS CHECK: - AIR INJECTION. Faulty A.I.R. check valve.
- EGR operation for being open all the time.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.