1997 Jeep Cherokee popping

Tiny
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  • 1997 JEEP CHEROKEE
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  • 4WD
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  • 121,000 MILES
My jeep has this nasty popping noise. It only pops when it is idleing and I will put my hand on the bottom of the engine and I can feel it popping as well. I think its the oil pump about to go out but im not sure thanx for the help
Tuesday, August 11th, 2009 AT 9:48 PM

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Tiny
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Does it sound like a knock? Could it be a bad rod or crank bearing? The oil pump usually doesn't make a popping noise.
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Monday, August 24th, 2009 AT 11:02 PM
Tiny
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You were right it wasnt the oil pump it ended up being a bolt on the fly wheel was loose and was hitting the plate that covers the fly wheel
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Monday, September 21st, 2009 AT 11:26 PM
Tiny
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That is a lot better news than and internal engine problem. I'm glad you got it fixes. Let us know if you have questions in the future.

Joe
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Tuesday, September 22nd, 2009 AT 6:42 AM

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