The whole time I'm driving I smell gas when I stop and park.

1988 JEEP CHEROKEE
89,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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JERMAINE WINSTON
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i have 1988 cherokee 4x4 4.0 liter. When I drive it seems to sputter a lot now while I drive then when I speed up it stops for a little then start right back is it a fuel problem?
Jan 13, 2011 at 8:05 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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If the check engine light is on, have the computer scanned for trouble codes. Also, check the fuel pump pressure to make sure it is within spec. Check for vacuum leaks too.
Mar 8, 2011 at 1:30 PM
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