2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee

2002 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE
145,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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REX CARTER
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hard to start backfires through throttle body exhaust smells rich
Oct 12, 2010 at 11:05 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Probable causes of an engine running rich are as follows:

1.Excessive fuel pressure can be cause by restricted fuel return line or defective fuel pressure regulator.
2.Defective Oxygen Sensors.
3.Leaking injectors and fuel pressure regulator.
4.Coolant temperature sensor out of calibration.
5.Restricted air intake system.
Oct 13, 2010 at 12:46 AM
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