Can someone tell me what this thing is?

[MJJiM89]

I saw this on a Cherokee in the pick-a-part. I thought it might have been a garage door opener at first glance. After closer inspection, I have no clue as to what it is.

[Strokermjcomanche]

That's for the remote fob for power door locks .

[MJJiM89]

Thanks for the quick reply. I would never had guessed that. It had a smoked plastic cover on it that quickly fell apart without much coaxing. I slid out the piece that was left behind and scratched my head as to what it was. Thanks again for the info.

[Rusty4x4]

Hey All!

 

Recent CC joinee here, and I thought I would piggy-back on this topic. I've driving a 91' for about a decade now. Runs great but is suffering from the dreaded rot. I thought I would start identifying and pricing parts to replace those that are flaking off as I drive down the road. I am having a devil of a time identifying the square panels on either side of the cowl between the hood and the windshield.  I would post a pic, but I haven't quite figured out how yet.  Any help would be most welcome...Thanks!

 

 

 

[shelbyluvv]

Are you talking about the front cowl of the truck between the fenders and the center plactic filler? If you are you can't buy those. They are part of the cab. You will need to get them used from a member is the rust free states.

[HOrnbrod]

Actually that is a separate body piece as shown in the diagram below, part number 1, (55028143). It's spot-welded it. I doubt you will ever find a new one though.

 

 

EDIT: The part number has been changed to 55175386AB. This part looks like it's still available from several sources for around $200. 

[Rusty4x4]

Thanks for the responses. Helps with the process and at least I now have some idea of what I am getting myself into.

 

Cheers!