1998 jeep cherokee reverse

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Asked by whisperer Dec 15, 2021 at 11:28 AM about the 1998 Jeep Cherokee Classic 4-Door RWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

my 1998 jeep cherokee wont move in reverse but when i put it on jack stands
and put it in reverse it moves im pretty sure its rwd which i found weird does
anyone have an idea on what it could be

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if this is a Quadratic vehicle then something is really messed up as the transfer case is suppose to send power to the axle with traction. Now as far as reverse only when on jack stands: this sounds like the transmission has a problem with either the reverse servo or the reverse drum and band assembly, probably just worn out so when a load is applied it just slips. What color is the transmission fluid? if it dark then for sure you have a transmission problem.

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