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    Default 98 Cherokee - stalls when in reverse gear

    Hi all,

    I have a 98 jeep w/ automatic transmission that stalls out while in reverse. It recently had some problems moving forward and stalling too. It happens after it has been driven a few miles, but then everything is fine the next day.

    Googling took me to possible torque converter problem. I have 170k on this jeep.

    Thanks!

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    Default Re: 98 Cherokee - stalls when in reverse gear

    This should be a simple fix. Your idle air controller is probably a little dirty and just needs cleaning
    230 hp 4.3L Chevy
    Built 4L60E with manual lockout
    Atlas 4 speed
    Griffin radiator
    On board air
    Warn 9.5ti on custom bumper
    7.5" RE front and bastard pack rear on custom long arms
    30 gal gas tank
    lockers
    And a bunch of other stuff

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    Default Re: 98 Cherokee - stalls when in reverse gear

    It idles fine and engine seems strong. As soon as I throw it into reverse it stalls - a couple times i punch the gas to keep it running, but it is quick to stall.

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    Default Re: 98 Cherokee - stalls when in reverse gear

    I still suspect it needs cleaning
    230 hp 4.3L Chevy
    Built 4L60E with manual lockout
    Atlas 4 speed
    Griffin radiator
    On board air
    Warn 9.5ti on custom bumper
    7.5" RE front and bastard pack rear on custom long arms
    30 gal gas tank
    lockers
    And a bunch of other stuff

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    Default Re: 98 Cherokee - stalls when in reverse gear

    It's certainly is worth a try - thanks

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    Default Re: 98 Cherokee - stalls when in reverse gear

    Mine was doing the same thing. Was a bad tps

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    Default Re: 98 Cherokee - stalls when in reverse gear

    Hi all,

    It turns out that my Wiring Harness had a short in it. I guess when it was thrust in reverse the engine torqued a certain way causing it to stall.

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