Is there any definitive way to determine the actual mileage of a Jeep TJ? I have been reading that the mileage displayed by the speedometer can be faked. Can the actual mileage be faked in the PCM, or would the PCM be a reliable source for the true mileage.
Actual Jeep TJ Mileage
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The easiest is to check pedals and arm-rests if wear and tear matches claimed mileage. Also a little plausibility check. 20 years old and only 25000 miles? not quite...
ChasUGC
TJ Enthusiast
It kind of depends on whether it is the original engine. If the mileage shows over 200,000 and it was rebuilt a month ago, the current mileage really wouldn't be accurate for that engine.
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Woodsy819
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Woodsy819
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Damn dude, that's how much I've been seeing 150k+ TJs out here.
ChasUGC
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deadbeat son
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I can't answer your question, but I just bought a 35k mile '05 recently. Lots of times Jeeps are purchased for a specific purpose or as a toy and aren't driven a lot of miles. I think condition tells a lot about whether or not the mileage is reasonable. Think seat wear, steering wheel wear, etc.
The interior should look VERY nice and rubber on the peddles should look new. Everything electrical should work.
Sounds like a great deal.
Sounds like a great deal.