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1999 JEEP CHEROKEE
87,000 MILES • 6 CYL • AUTOMATIC
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1999 Jeep Cherokee mileage: under 87,000. Our mechanic, dealer and auto parts store are all stumped. We've ordered five "correct" rotors none of which match the original. All the computers and books tell them it’s "this one" but when it’s on the car the wheel won't turn and its visually different. Our original is more squared off and does not stick up as much. We are open to any and all ideas.
Dec 9, 2010 at 11:33 PM
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It is not uncommon for car manufacturers to make mid-year engineering changes on their car parts. Check to see if the part numbers are different for 1998 or a 2000 model. If so, try one of those. If a car manufacturer runs out of 1999 brake rotors during production and they have a supply of 1998 parts left over or they have the new 2000 parts available they will use what they have available. Sometimes the 1999 model can have either the 1998 or the 2000 part
May 20, 2021 at 10:06 AM
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Hello,

It is possible to have midyear change over and that is what you might be running into. It can also vary depending on the type of four wheel drive the jeep is equipped with. Also, the assembly plant location is another factor.

Usually, the dealer can look up the parts with the VIN. Which can determine the specific fitment.
If there are several options for your vehicle, the suggestion would be to have them order the all the options and then do a visual comparison to find the correct part.

Please let me know of any questions.

Thank you.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-front-brake-pads-and-rotors-fwd
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