Get the Best Priced Jeep Cherokee Clutch

Research on Clutch for Jeep Cherokee

A Jeep Cherokee clutch replacement won't cost you a bundle - for the part, at least. However, it is a major undertaking, because either the engine or the transmission need to come out. It's definitely not a casual project like changing out spark plugs or fuel injectors. Furthermore, it's not a project one can easily do alone. Call the neighbors, toss some beer in the cooler, and make sure you have a sturdy hoist - because you'll need it.

How To Know You Need a Jeep Cherokee Clutch Replacement

Newer vehicles have self-adjusting clutch linkages, for the most part - so clutch adjustment won't be an issue. On the other hand, if your Jeep Cherokee is an older model, you get definite signs as to when your clutch is either in need of adjustment or wearing out altogether. One sign is when the clutch engages and disengages closer to the floor than it once did, and you wind up grinding the gears when attempting to shift. Often, this is an indication of an out of adjustment linkage, which is easily corrected. However, if the clutch is slipping, that indicates that you have a worn out clutch plate - and that is a serious problem. Chances are, you'll want to have a professional diagnose the problem before tearing everything apart. You can prevent premature clutch wear by having regular inspections and getting leaks in the hydraulic system fixed before they become major headaches. It also helps to have good driving habits, such as not riding the clutch and avoiding "jackrabbit" starts.

Jeep Cherokee Clutch Replacement Cost

The average cost for a Jeep Cherokee clutch replacement runs between $700 and $1100. It will depend on where you live, the shop you go to and the cost of the parts. Online estimates give the price of the clutch itself as being around $320 to $550. That's if the shop gets the part, however. By shopping for it on your own, it's possible to get the necessary parts for one-third of that price range, particularly for older models. For example, you could find a 1994-2001 Jeep 4.0 clutch kit for well under $100, if you know where you are looking.

Another Possibility

A clutch that is unresponsive - for example, it's hard to engage, it sinks down to the floorboard, or the transmission unexpectedly pops out of gear and there is no obvious cause - it's a good bet that a failing clutch cable is the reason. The good news is this is a pretty cheap and easy fix.

Getting It For Less

When shopping for a Jeep Cherokee clutch replacement, you could go to Rockauto or Advance Auto Parts. However, consider ordering online. Web-based automotive stores like PartsGeek (where they have a Jeep 4.0 clutch kit for less than $90) don't have a lot in the way of overhead costs. That way, they are able to offer steep discounts to their customers, sometimes as much as 80% off.

Clutches available for the following Jeep Cherokee years: 2001, 2000, 1999, 1998, 1997, 1996, 1995, 1994, 1993, 1992, 1991, 1990, 1989, 1988, 1987, 1986, 1985, 1984, 1983, 1982, 1981, 1980, 01, 00, 99, 98, 97, 96, 95, 94, 93, 92, 91, 90, 89, 88, 87, 86, 85, 84, 83, 82, 81, 80. This part is also sometimes called Jeep Cherokee Clutch Kits. We stock clutch parts for most Jeep models including Wrangler, TJ, Patriot, CJ5, CJ7, Liberty, Compass, Comanche, Willys, J10, Scrambler, Grand Cherokee, Gladiator, Jeepster, Wagoneer, J2500, J20, CJ6, CJ3, J230, J4800, J200, Grand Wagoneer, DJ5, Universal, J300, J4500, J4600, J3500, J100, J2600, Dispatcher, CJ5A, DJ3, J3700, DJ6, J3600, CJ6A, J3800 and J2700.