Idle problem How do I change the automatic idle speed motor in a 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee v8?

Disconnecting your battery, as you must've done when changing the starter, will cause the ecu to revert to factory settings and the computer will have to relearn the proper idle for your jeep.

I cannot think of anything solid state that would malfunction when just turning a corner. However, the automatic idle speed motor may be malfunctioning. But, for your interest, here are the various engine controls that exist on the Jeep Grand Cherokee: COMPONENT LOCATIONS Fig. 1: Electronic engine control component locations - 2.5L engine shown
Fig. 2: Overhead view of the (A) automatic idle speed motor, (B) MAP sensor, (C) crankshaft position sensor wiring harness, (D) air temperature sensor, and (E) throttle position sensor - 1992 Cherokee with the 4.0L engine shown
Fig. 3: Electronic engine control component locations - 4.0L engine shown
Fig. 4: Electronic engine control component locations - 5.2L and 5.9L engines (Part 1 of 2)
Fig. 5: Electronic engine control component locations - 5.2L and 5.9L engines (Part 2 of 2)

in the 5.2L V8 engine the coolant sensor is located on top of the engine. Locate the coolant thick hose coming from top of the ratiator to the top of the engine. Look at the place such hose connects to the engine you wont miss the sensor it is about one inch from there.

Change fuel filter and air filter. If that doesn;t help you may have a fuel transfer pump pressure problem.

must perform a Throttle Body service making sure to clean A.I.S. motor and resetting sensor values

The belt too loose need to be tighten as normall spec

If you have the V8 engine, it is actually part of the fuel pump, which is IN the tank

Replace the throttle postioning sensor, and mass air flow sensor

sounds like the automatic idle speed motor is going bad and needs replaced

Transmission
Typo and model:
1.- 4-speed automatic AW-30-40 (6cil start of 1993)
2.- 4-speed automatic 42RE ( 6cil 1993)
3.- 4-speed automatic 46RH ( V8, 1993-1995)
4.- 4-speed automatic 44RE ( 5.2L V8, 1996)
5.- 4-speed automatic 46RE ( 5.9L V8, 1998)
6.- 5-speed automatic 45RFE( 4.7L V8, 1999 in WJ)

Enter the VIN in here: http://jeep.avtograd.ru/VIN/vin_en.asp

Also cHeck this info: http://www.jeep.com/en/4x4/systems_by_vehicle/

Good luck!!!