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HOMESERVICE MANUALSJEEP1985CHEROKEE 2WD L4-150 2.5L VIN U 1-BBLREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSFEEDBACK CONTROL SOLENOIDTESTING AND INSPECTION
1985 Jeep Cherokee 2WD L4-150 2.5L VIN U 1-bbl
Feedback Control Solenoid: Testing and Inspection
1985 Jeep Cherokee 2WD L4-150 2.5L VIN U 1-bblSECTION Testing and Inspection
1. Using jumper wires, connect one terminal of solenoid wire connector to positive terminal of 12 V battery.
2. Connect other terminal of connector to negative terminal.
3. Remove rubber seal and retainer from end of solenoid stem and attach hose from hand vacuum pump.
4. With solenoid energized (lean position), apply 25 inches Hg. vacuum and time rate of leak down from 20 inches Hg. to 15 inches Hg. Leak down should not exceed 5 inches Hg. in 5 seconds, if so replace solenoid.
5. Check solenoid for sticking in down position by disconnecting jumper wire and checking that vacuum gauge pointer moves to zero in less than one second.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.