General Specifications

1999 Jeep Cherokee 4WD L4-2.5L VIN PSECTION General Specifications
General Engine Specifications
Engine Type In-Line 4-Cylinder, OHV
Bore 98.4 mm (3.88 in.)
Stroke 81.0 mm (3.19 in.)
Displacement 2.5L (150 cu. in.)
Compression Ratio 9.1 : 1
Cylinder Compression Pressure 827-1034 kPa (120-150 psi)
Max. Pressure Variation 206 kPa (30 psi)
Torque 202 Nm (149 ft. lbs.) @ 3250 rpm
Firing Order 1-3-4-2
Lubrication Pressure Feed-Full Flow Filtration
Engine Oil Capacity 3.8L (4.0 qts)
Cooling System Liquid Cooled-Forced Circulation
Cooling System Capacity 9.5L (10 qts)
Includes 2.2L (2.3 qt) for coolant recovery bottle.
Cylinder Block Cast Iron
Crankshaft Cast Nodular Iron
Cylinder Head Cast Iron
Camshaft Cast Iron
Pistons Aluminum Alloy (with struts)
Piston Combustion Cavity Double Quench
Connecting Rods Cast Malleable Iron
RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

Recommended Tools & Savings

Use the Manual With the Right Hardware

Pair factory procedures with proven DIY tools so the instructions are easier to execute.

Affiliate disclosure: We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.