1998 Jeep Cherokee when I put the heater on the vehicle sta
RUPPEV
MEMBER
1998 JEEP CHEROKEE
6 CYL
4WD
AUTOMATIC
105,000 MILES
When I put the heater on the vehicle stalls? Will run good when the heater is in off position
Wednesday, April 28th, 2010 AT 4:06 PM
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BLUELIGHTNIN6
MECHANIC
16,542 POSTS
When the heater is turned on, it draws extra power from the charging system. If the battery or alternator is weak, it can cause the engine to stall. Have the charging system tested.