1997 Jeep Cherokee popping

1997 JEEP CHEROKEE
121,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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JIMBAJUICE
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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
Aug 11, 2009 at 9:48 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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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.
Aug 24, 2009 at 11:02 PM
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JIMBAJUICE
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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
Sep 21, 2009 at 11:26 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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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
Sep 22, 2009 at 6:42 AM