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1997 Jeep Cherokee Ignition System Old Cap Wires

Before removing the distributor cap and wires, we numbered the wire connections to the distributor cap to indicate each one's corresponding cylinder from front to back. This is not the correct firing order but simply an easy way to remember what wire goes where when the new parts go on. Leaving the wires connected to the cap is also helpful. When removing the spark-plug boots from the spark plugs, you should wiggle and gently pull from the wire boot only.
1997 Jeep Cherokee Sport - Keep The Spark Alive

Before removing the distributor cap and wires, we numbered the wire connections to the distributor cap to indicate each one's corresponding cylinder from front to back. This is not the correct firing order but simply an easy way to remember what wire goes where when the new parts go on. Leaving the wires connected to the cap is also helpful. When removing the spark-plug boots from the spark plugs, you should wiggle and gently pull from the wire boot only.  View Related Article