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  1. koning2e

    Automatic not going into gear

    2004 TJ Automatic 42RLE. Several months ago I lost all transmission fluid after badly fitted hose to new radiator came undone. After fixing the hose we replaced with ATF4. Immediately after it took a while after putting her in Drive before she would actually go into gear. After a few stop starts...
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    Engine cuts out at walking pace and at idle

    Hi all. Ref Jeep TJ 2004 automatic. Occasionally when I drive real slow at idle engine speed (1250rpm) and typically at 2mph, the engine would cut off. No stuttering. It just stops running. I can then immediately restart it and it will be fine. No issue when driving faster. Smooth idle and...
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    Headlight wiring question

    Question about front lights wiring on 2004 TJ. I can see two side feeds alongside the main headlight wiring. I have a copy of the wiring diagram so I assume A or B are for daytime running / side lights or front fog lights. Am I right?
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    Dash gauges have no backlighting

    2004 Extreme Sport TJ - For some time now I cannot fault find why the gauges on my dash don’t light up. All other dash lights work, just the gauges don’t light up when I turn my headlights on. The dimmer only dims the odometer. Any other interior lights such as behind the climate control panel...
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    Where is the rear fog light cable?

    I need to fit a rear fog light to make sure my Japanese imported TJ is road legal in the UK. I can not locate the existing wiring which according to the service manual is fitted. Does anyone know where I should be looking? I have found the wiring to light the licence plate (left and right as in...
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    Experience with Smittbilt roof rack for TJ or trailer?

    I am deciding whether to purchase a Smittybilt roof rack or not for my TJ. I need cargo space for weekend trips away. I would also like roof top tent and be able to take at least 3 mountain bikes. Does anyone have any real experience of owning this rack on their TJ. Did you regret it? Do you...
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    Steering wander and front axle movement

    Bought my first Jeep TJ recently and started noticing steering wander. I found all the other existing great threads about steering wander and how to perform the two tests: dry test and engine on test to see how the arms and track bars performs. What I noticed right away was that the front axle...
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    New steel wheels: 00 or -32 offset?

    I am deciding on what 15x8 steel wheels to purchase to fit 33 12.5 tyres. Backspace would be 3.75. I have the choice to go with offset of 00 or -32. I can’t have the tyre thread uncovered by the flare due to UK road laws. Attached are photos of the current 33 10.5 tyres fitted on on stock alloys...
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    Interior footwell lights work but not dome lights

    Having just picked up my first TJ, I have noticed that whilst the footwell interior lights come on when I open the doors (half doors), the dome lights do not. I have searched the forum and learned about Fuse 4, but that is not related as it is just the dome lights that stay off. Any ideas where...
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    TJ Buyer's Advice: 2004 30k mileage or 2001 70k mileage

    I have the opportunity now to either buy a 2004 Extreme Sport 4L Auto (4 speed) TJ with 30K mileage. No rust. Half doors, Soft Top. Lifted with TerraFirma shocks. But it needs wider tyres, new fenders, which increases the overall cost. Or buy a 2001 Sahara Auto (3 speed) TJ with 70K mileage...
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    Terrafirma shocks experience

    Hi there, would anyone have any experience with Terraforma shocks on a 2004 TJ? Currently fitted on a TJ I am considering to buy.
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    England looking for TJ mechanic recommendation

    Would any one in Hampshire area be able to recommend a Wrangler TJ mechanic?
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    Buyer’s advice: 1998 TJ with apparent oil leak

    Hi all, I am still new to TJs and hunting to buy one. Today I came across a 1998 TJ automatic 4L. 50,000 miles. Here is a photo of the oil leak that I found underneath. Easy to fix? How big a concern? Should I walk away?
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    England Atlan Motors, West Ruislip, UK - experience?

    Hi there, I am new to the forum (Hello!)and looking to fulfil a childhood dream in purchasing a TJ. I discovered Atlan Motors looking through Autotrader. Would anyone have any experience (sales & service) with this business? http://www.atlanmotors.co.uk Thanks Tony