Jeep Cherokee (XJ): Power steering gear

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Description and operation Power steering pump DESCRIPTION Hydraulic pressure for the power steering system is provided by a belt driven power steering pump (Fig. 1). The pump shaft has a pressed-on ...

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Description and operation POWER STEERING GEAR DESCRIPTION The power steering gear is a recirculating ball type gear with a 14:1 ratio. OPERATION The gear acts as a rolling thread between the wor ...

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Windshield wipers and washers
The windshield wiper/washer controls are located on the windshield wiper/washer lever on the right side of the steering column. The front wipers are operated by rotating a switch, located on the end of the lever. For information on the rear wiper/washer, refer to "RearWindow Features" in "Under ...