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1985 Jeep Cherokee


floresjb
01-05-2006, 05:07 PM
I have a 1985 Jeep Cherokee, 2.8L V6, and it accelarates sometimes when I'm on the road without pushing the gas pedal. I have to brake frequently because I'm afraid of hiting the car in front of me. Can it have something to do with the cruise control?

oljeeptek
01-06-2006, 12:48 AM
I would first disconnect the cruise control cable

Then check for a broken motor mount.

Make sure the ign. timing is set correctly.

Then check to see if the idle kicker settings are correct.

oljeeptek
01-06-2006, 12:51 AM
You should also check to see that the choke is not closing partially and putting the fast idle cam in play.

I have also seen the throttle shafts wear and stick open slightly and intermittantly.

Gabewatt
01-06-2006, 11:24 AM
tps dude, throttle position sensor. its prolly bad. and you shouldnt be driving that thing till you get this problem taken care of.

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