Joel MAssey (65.5.48.2) - Wed Jul 9 14:18:15 2008

Bought 1997 Jeep Cherokee. It had been sitting for over 2 years. Had to replace fuel pump. Got it running and it runs good. Now the gauges, tach, radio and interior lights are not working. Before we got it running we noticed the gas gauge was working intermittently, now not at all. Also noticed when you put key in ignition with door open, there is no door chime. All fuses check ok. Any ideas?

Reply #1 Horace Harrod (216.110.11.35) - Thu Jul 10 11:52:41 2008

My 2003 Grand Cherokee will not start (engine will not turn over)and the battery checks out ok. The cables and terminals have been cleaned at the battery and have good connection. With the key in accessory position, the radio and electric windows work but there is just "clicking" when you turn the key to start it. The engine will also not turn over when a battery charger is attached to the terminals for a jump start. Any ideas?

Reply #2 Donna Molitor (64.12.117.68) - Wed Jul 23 21:56:09 2008

I submit the same question as Horace Harrod. I also change the computer and starter

• jeep cherokee electrical problems

Reply #3 simon guay (75.152.5.164) - Fri Jul 25 07:51:45 2008

back electrique windows not working stuck open, , , , 1997 grand cherokee orvis

Reply #4 rick (74.71.91.68) - Fri Aug 1 01:53:31 2008

ignition switch bad replace it

Reply #5 ML (160.93.134.10) - Mon Aug 25 09:09:35 2008

I have this same problem, except there is a blown fuse you may not have checked... it is a 10 amp fuse under the hood in the fuse box behind the battery (the first one on the right side [when looking toward the vehicle] closest to the battery)... I also do not know what the problem is. I did find some info at this web site that I have not tried yet: h t t p : / / e n . a l l e x p e r t s . c o m / q / A u t o m o t i v e - 2 4 6 5 / 2 0 0 8 / 4 / 9 8 - c h e r o k e e - s p o r t - e l e c t r i c a l . h t m (remove all spaces when you copy & paste into browser)...

This is all the information I have found so far. The problem appears to be the interior lights. The fuse only blows when I open the door or turn on the interior lights, but not every single time, but eventually within about 1 hour of driving it happens. Not sure if the above web site is the answer, but I have heard several people have the same problem, so I can only imagine it is not a wire that rubbed and is now exposed...

Reply #6 luke (76.180.250.172) - Mon Sep 8 19:40:11 2008

04 grandcherokee powerwindows doorlocks doorajarlight messing up

Reply #7 Ba (134.131.125.50) - Fri Sep 12 09:53:56 2008

My 1998 Jeep Cherokee Laredo (V-6)is running fine (Short distance drive), but the engine light is on all times. I took the car to a mechanic at a local GoodYear and he couldn't find the cause of it. Hesitate to bring the car to dealership for cost. Need advices for the problem.

Reply #8 Donna Seaver (72.37.171.84) - Thu Oct 2 16:30:23 2008

Anyone know of a starting problem with the 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee -- Ignition switch has been replaced and now it is not starting again (two weeks later). Sometimes it is towed and when they take it off the tow truck - it starts -- it has an evil spirit in it.

Reply #9 Rich (24.13.217.252) - Fri Oct 3 14:03:55 2008

Does anyone know how to turn off the ESP/ABS/Traction control waring lamp. All three are on and the dealer cannot find a way to fix it unless I purchase all new tires (I still have about 30, 000 miles of traction). I have a 2006 Grand Cherokee and my warrenty expired about 2000 miles ago.

Thanks, Rich

Reply #10 Dominic (205.151.209.185) - Fri Oct 3 20:11:57 2008

My door lock don't work when I push the button, I can ear a click come from the passenger door, and the passenger control windows don't work but work on the driver control and when you push the button of the windows on passenger and driver at the same time, the windows stop.

Sorry for my english.

thanks

Reply #11 jessica (155.217.1.39) - Wed Oct 29 13:32:43 2008

i have replaced my battery in a 90 jeep wagoneer and a few days later it will not start. no lights no nothing, can anyone help me with this?

Reply #12 GLENDA MONTGOMERY (205.188.117.68) - Thu Nov 6 10:35:40 2008

MY 1997 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDO CUT OFF ON ME WHILE DRIVING

IT WOULD NOT START BACK BECAUSE THE BATTERY SEEMED TOO LOW. I HAVE A NEW BATTERY AND MOST EVERYTHING IS NEW, HOSES, RADIATOR,

Reply #13 Razor (58.166.142.124) - Mon Nov 10 18:25:25 2008

I have a 1996 Dual Fuel Jeep Grand Cherokee with an intermittent fault, It starts and goes fine but the engine cuts out (Most times when warmed up), sometimes it starts straight away again and other times it takes up to 10 minutes to get it started, when it has no problems the light on the gas/fuel switch stays on when turning the ignition on but when it will not starting the light goes on then off (I have changed the switch)

This problem can happen 2 times a day or not happen at all for a week, hope someone can help.

Thanks Razor

Reply #14 rene (65.24.92.112) - Sat Nov 15 13:26:58 2008

1998 Grand Cherokee Laredo, lights wont shut off and can't set alarm help!!!!!

Reply #15 Jon Stechner (75.86.198.66) - Mon Nov 17 14:06:01 2008

My 1996 jeep chyerokee at times will not start. If I push the shift lever foward past park it will start but tops when I let off the gas pedal.Then I try to start it again and things are find.Any Ideas.

Reply #16 chelsea26 (222.127.111.234) - Thu Nov 20 22:13:45 2008

have you done checking for the presence of voltage at the load point in the circuit? that might be the cause of electrical malfunctioning.

Reply #17 alden (75.88.131.87) - Tue Nov 25 04:11:46 2008

98 cherokee did the same . took out the gauge cluster and cleaned all the connections. had a bad wire conn. in wire cluster , back of gages. never actually found witch wire, but a small wiggle got every thing going.sold the darn thing and bought a chevy

Reply #18 Dutra (71.194.222.18) - Fri Dec 5 19:39:28 2008

having an electrical problem with 1998 jeep grand cherokee 4.0 the max fuse 50 amp in the power distribution box under the hood wich that circuit has the power door modules tow wiring and power window circuits on it its has a draw on the battery when the vehicle is off

Reply #19 jkn (216.64.75.200) - Mon Dec 8 16:33:55 2008

My reply is for Jon Stechner...I had a similar problem, and my idle had to be adjusted. I just loosen it by spraying w/ WD40 and pushing it up and down, then it is usually fine for a long time.

Reply #20 Corinne (206.121.238.42) - Mon Dec 8 18:29:49 2008

I have a 2003 jeep Grand cherokee that has 78, 000 miles. Since it has gotten cold, My "Check Gage" light has come on and my oil pressure needle is on L. This has happened twice in the past 2 weeks. I get off at minnight from work and the temperature is between 10 and 20 degrees. When I start the Jeep in the morning, the oil pressue is back to normal. No other lights have come on and it runs perfect. The oil leval is fine. Any suggestions?

Reply #21 Bill Jackson (198.182.163.102) - Tue Dec 16 06:03:45 2008

I have 1998 jeep cherokee my problem is it will turn over but won't start I have all ready change igntion cole didn't so I have no idea what is causing it not to start.But when I do get it to start it only run's for about five minutes then shuts off.

Reply #22 wayne (24.241.156.222) - Thu Dec 18 09:33:30 2008

Have a 04 GC special edition and yesterday all of a sudden my oil pressure gauge started to go from low to high and then just bottomed out.Then the check gauge light came on, then then engine light cameon.Woke this morning and it was -12 and it fired right up and drove for 5 miles and same thibg happened again, got home turned off and went to lock with remote and nothing.Got back in and all the gauges were jumping around and clicking noise behind dash.Wont start or like battery is dead, no response when turning key no lights or anything

Reply #23 Kevin (198.151.12.8) - Thu Dec 18 11:39:49 2008

My electric bun warmers no longer work (heated seats) on my 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited. Is this due to a simple fuse change somewhere? I checked the fuse block but i can't find any blown fuses under any catagory that I would associate with the seats. Electrical seat adjustments work fine.

Suggestions?

Reply #24 sam sam (70.152.25.126) - Mon Dec 22 17:58:06 2008

On my 96 jeep cherokee 4x4 I start the engine everything is fine , driving stop and go .if I beep the horn it sounds but the engine goes dead .Has anyone experienced this ?

Reply #25 Robo (75.69.31.177) - Fri Dec 26 21:49:55 2008

right taillight/brakelight is one bulb.just replaced bulb.brakelight works but tailight does not.switched with other side and same thing.left side works, but right side does not.one bulb two lights.taillight does not work, but brake light does.new bulb same thing

Reply #26 Jon (98.117.141.44) - Sat Jan 3 21:47:34 2009

I own a 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Symptoms as they occurred:

Drivers side (DS) master control on door intermittently worked to control windows and lock doors. Then one day the radio no longer turned on. Note that when the window controller intermittently worked, the radio still did not function. Also noticed that the cruise control light comes on but the control does not actually function or will only work for a short period of time. I'm wondering if this is an electrical issue or if it may be caused by a brake that might be hanging up? We did recently replace all shoes and front calipers/disks/pads. Also recently noticed that the rear window defroster will come on (amber light) initially and then shut itself off. Also need to mention that I replaced the 2 ohm infinity gold speakers with 4 ohm speakers. I have heard that this can cause issues with the radio but it worked fine for several months? I'm not sure that it's all related but everything kind of happened over a period of about 1 - 2 months. Now the DS master controller does not work ever. This causes all but one window (the PS front window) to not work as well.

I have looked for any obvious wire wear on the DS door-to-car transition by pushing the black boot aside and saw none? Should I look further? Also checked all relays and fuses.

Reply #27 EAnderson (70.117.6.145) - Sat Jan 10 20:33:53 2009

This could be the problem with instrument indication being INOP on your 1997/1998 Jeep Cherokee.

Chrysler issued a TSB, number 08-15-99 on May 21, 1999 about this problem. I quote from the bulletin:

SUBJECT:

Erratic, Intermittent Cluster Operation/Intermittent Air Bag Warning light.

OVERVIEW:

This bulletin involves installing a repair harness containing a revised instrument cluster connector.

MODELS:

1998 - 1999 (TJ) Wrangler

1998 - 1999 (XJ) Cherokee

SYMPTOM/CONDITION:

Some vehicles may exhibit an intermittent illumination of the air bag warning light or an intermittent tachometer or speedometer drop out. An Airbag Electronic Control Module (AECM) fault code - "No Cluster CCD BUS" message will be present.

DIAGNOSIS:

Using the DRB III(R), read and record all active and stored fault codes in the AECM. This condition is caused by minor oxidation of the BUS circuit terminals at the instrument cluster connector. Electrical terminals will show signs of oxidation, which will appear as darkened lines or marks on the cluster male terminals. These often appear as gray or black marks rather than the appearance of oxidation or corrosion usually associated with higher current carrying circuits. This condition will set a "NO CLUSTER CCD BUS" message. The fault code will usually be stored and not active. THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN WILL NOT ADDRESS FUEL OR OIL PRESSURE GAUGE ISSUES. If this fault code is present, either active or stored perform the Repair Procedure.

PARTS REQUIRED:

1 - 05016261AA Cluster Connector Patch Harness

1 - 04856975 Electric Contact Cleaner

2 - 04778570 Heat Shrink Tubing

POLICY:

Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty

• 1998 Jeep Instrument Cluster

Reply #28 Larry Parks (68.59.207.136) - Sun Jan 11 08:53:05 2009

I have an 04 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited (63, 000 miles) that will not start at times. Yesterday after giving up and having it towed, it started in neutral (not park) when arriving at shop on tow truck. All gages and accessories work, but when turning ignition nothing happens. No click, no spin, no crank, nothing; as if the ignition switch was disconnected from starter. Mechanic has checked once and said starter was not the problem. HELP!

Reply #29 Dargo (68.91.152.112) - Tue Jan 13 18:06:14 2009

1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo, dashboard and taillights are out. As well as every time I replace 15 fuse (inside #17), and turn on the lights and it blows

Reply #30 harry a (72.226.160.159) - Fri Jan 16 18:12:15 2009

i have a 98 jeep cherokee that has a short someplace in the accesories circuit.i removed the 50 amp fuse .i do not know what is in the circuit but no more short. also i have a n evap leake and do not know how to finde it.

Reply #31 Josh's dad (71.64.116.108) - Sat Jan 17 16:42:17 2009

My son's 1997 Jeep Cherokee Sport, 2 w Drive Straight 6. Turn key, lights come on as normal, battery good, etc.. Starter does not engage. Tried jump starting to be sure battery was good, no help. Replaced Starter and relay, no help... He is at college and needs help to troubleshoot & diagnose. Any ideas? What should next steps be? Starving college kid...........

Reply #32 william stanley (68.47.164.185) - Mon Jan 19 16:34:20 2009

I have 1996 Jeep Cherokee that has just started not charging the battery. some times when driving it will charge and some times it wont.Does any ine have any ideas what is going on the altinator is putting out but the battery is not getting the charge I was told it might be the computer for that is where the voltage regulator is located and the computer may need to be replaced and I would need a code to do this and can only be done by a dealer?

Reply #33 Jimmy (71.16.231.194) - Mon Jan 26 16:23:07 2009

My 98 Jeep Cherokee , the gauges all go crazy, I push on the overlay for the gauges it all comes back on.

Sometimes when I try to start it , it will not even turnover. What I have learned is that you have to turn ignition key and hold down while pulling the gear shifter , just barely , not quite into reverse for engine to turn over. Jeep should have had recalls on all of this. The back passenger window will go down like normal, but you have too open door for it to go back up. Now all my lights are acting weird . I'm sure their will be something wacky that will make it work for short periods of time .Very weird.

Reply #34 gary (195.93.21.34) - Mon Jan 26 17:23:57 2009

i have a 2001 grand cherokee ltd. i have developed a problen with the battery. it is flat every morrning. i have been told this is due to the muli cd payer? however i very much doute this is the cause as this model is not fitted with one.

has anyone any ideas?

Reply #35 Mark C (150.101.217.221) - Mon Jan 26 21:18:36 2009

I own a 96 Jeep Cherokee that is having issues starting. It initially started when jumped- it'd drive well, however, when stopped it would not start again. Now it won't start from a jump. Any ideas what may be wrong. I see others experiencing same issue- any answers to what this may be?

Reply #36 PaulO (124.186.166.95) - Fri Jan 30 05:39:08 2009

I have a 96 Cherokee inline 6 that i have replaced the coi dis cap and rota as well as the computer the trouble i'm having is the engine will crank but will not fire I have noticed that when the CHECK ENGINE light is working it will start but until that light is glowing it will not fire any suggestions before I burn the F*;:'"g thing

Reply #37 Mary (148.175.49.1) - Mon Feb 2 11:27:59 2009

I have a 200 Jeep Grand Cherokee, all the locks for the electric windows have been relaced over the years. Now I am unable to unlock the car with the "clicker" I replaced the batteries. Still will not work. Now every time I use the key to unlock the drivers side door the alarm goes off! HELP ME!

Reply #38 Brian (206.195.128.62) - Mon Feb 2 11:38:25 2009

2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 45K miles. Problem is either battery or starter. When I turn the key I hear clicking only. After a few tries, the started eventually turns and the engine starts. I'm not sure if my battery is pushing less than 13 volts, or if my starter has a weak electrical spot and is requiring more amperage.

Can someone help.

Reply #39 robin (66.142.186.52) - Sat Feb 7 12:19:04 2009

I have a 96 Jeep cherokee and when i start it up some times i have to put my foot on the gas and while driving when i stop at the stop sign or traffic light it goes dead i have to keep my foot on the gas weird any suggesstion

Reply #40 Zack (173.88.235.80) - Sat Feb 7 19:57:27 2009

We have a 1997 Jeep Cherokee, all the dashboard gauges are dead and the tail lights do not work. Blinker and Back up lights work fine. Does anyone know what would cause this?

Reply #41 Sophocles (98.163.219.208) - Wed Feb 11 15:54:46 2009

I have a problem with my 1996 Jeep Grand cherokee Laredo. it stalls frequently and will not start again for several minuets. now it does not start at all. At first i thought it was the fuel pump so i replaced it but it still does not start. I am suspecting it is something wrong with the commputer or the Alarm system is malfunctioning. There seems to be no power going to the fuel pump but the relay is good and the fuses are good. Has anyone had the same problem or know what might be wrong with my jeep? TX Sophocles

Reply #42 Chris (98.17.97.12) - Thu Feb 12 00:15:12 2009

I have a 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2wd inline 6, the problem is the battery is always dead i put a new one in it and a day its gone, the alternator is fine had it checked, and also the interior lights dont work and the rear door button for the window and locks doesnt work idk sounds like a short or something but i dont know where to start and im seeing alot of people are having issues with electrical stuff, any help guys please.

Reply #43 Wayne Hoffer (70.190.3.162) - Fri Feb 13 12:59:32 2009

I have a 1996 Jeep Cherakee that will start but dies when you turn loose of the key. Any suggestions?

Reply #44 Gerald Crofutt (70.176.5.43) - Tue Feb 17 18:16:36 2009

Please help, my windows are intermittent and I have a door ajar come up even when the door is closed. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. I checked the wiring, and fuses, but it doesn't fail all the time, just most of the time. Please help

Reply #45 Greg T (67.172.0.14) - Tue Feb 17 20:31:02 2009

I just finish replacing heater core which required to removeing HVAC and intrument panel. I put everything together and nothing work. It's like there is no battery, no electic power anywere.

I check my batter and its fine.

Help please

Reply #46 robert (74.204.134.87) - Sun Feb 22 11:37:08 2009

I have a 95 Cherokee and when it rains the windshield wipers and the blower motor do not work. Also when it's below 32 degrees they don't work, but when it's nice out they work fine. Anyone ever had this problem?

Reply #47 Shannon (67.182.179.95) - Tue Feb 24 13:33:15 2009

I have a 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee and latley when you start it you hear a buzzing sound it would last a few minutes then go off.Now it stays on so my mechanic I took out the door chime relay and the buzzing stopped. But know the door locks won't work. The part I took out is no longer made so I can't replace it. HELP! what do I do?

Reply #48 Sarah (208.98.204.17) - Mon Mar 2 20:49:10 2009

Hey there. I'm in desperate need for some advice ! I've had my 1998 Jeep Cherokee Sport for a few months now and she's starting to give me trouble. I went to start it the other day and it would turn over but not start. I tried giving it gas and it would start and stay running until I took my foot off the gas. Now it won't even turn over because I think I may have killed the battery trying to start it so many times. Any help would be so frigging appreciated!! =)If you think you know, please e-mail me @ sarah.hunt@ouc.bc.ca

Reply #49 Adam (67.170.221.130) - Mon Mar 2 21:34:53 2009

I have a 2006 Loredo with 40, 000 miles. The majority of the time my car will start but occasionaly I will turn the key and nothing will happen. No noise at all. I have replaced the ignition switch and the starter. Sometimes I will have it towed or leave it for some time and it will start. Please advise.

Reply #50 albert luna (173.29.191.119) - Tue Mar 3 10:07:36 2009

we recently went on a trip and made a stop. when we returned to the car i noticed my seat had moved and the passenger side mirror had moved. today my wife went to work and about half way there she said the horn started going off.

has anyone had the same problems?

2002 grand cherokee limited

Reply #51 Eric (65.255.102.252) - Wed Mar 4 14:31:50 2009

I have and 91 jeep cherokee that i just bought an couple weeks ago . The motor in it runs good an every thing . But sometimes it just wont start all it will do is turn over. . Its like its not gettin fuel but i can here the fuel pump kick on . . Wat could be my prombelm here

Reply #52 james (63.240.106.12) - Thu Mar 5 14:08:30 2009

I have 2005 Grand Cherokee, It is not operated fan both aircon & heater, only operating highest mode both of them.

Someone guided change Fan relay , Fan or Air filter but I am not sure which is correct way.

Please help me…

Thanks,

James

Reply #53 Mo (208.177.232.99) - Wed Mar 11 14:32:02 2009

Hi...

Just like so many Jeep Cherokee electrical problems on here it seems that our 2000 Grand Cherokee is also posessed. The car will turn over but will not start. The all too common failure is all instrument panel gauges go crazy then the car stalls as if starving for fuel then it completely dies. It will turn over but will not run. We found that by repalcing fuse #12 (right side, under dash board, red 10 amps) is blown and is not easy to get to unless you remove the panel. Replaced it and the car runs fine for a couple of days then the fuse is blown again. So far, we have repalced the following and nothing seems to fix the problem:

1- Battery and terminals

2- Starter

3- Fuel pump

4- Control Module (ouch... that one was very expensive)

5- All fuses and electrical relays in the power distribution box (the one in the engine compartment).

6- Ground wires were all inspected and verified as clean and making good contact.

So, unless someone suggests another method, or knows how to fix the darn thing, am gonna shoot it and put it out of its misery. so please help; and oh please mail me directly if you have any suggestions mkotaiche@gmail.com thank you

Reply #54 Ryan (24.220.146.125) - Sun Mar 22 20:53:17 2009

I have a 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited and for some reason my Automatic headlights won't turn on when it is dark outside. I also have the Smartbeams that i would like to use but i cant figure out how to turn them on or get them to work. If anyone knows please let me know asap. thanks

Reply #55 Antonio (138.88.132.213) - Tue Mar 24 20:44:20 2009

My 2007 Grand Cherokee will not start again. The first time, I replaced the battery after 2 weeks of having to keep giving it jumps. Now, a month later, same problem. This time, unable to jump start. Taking to dealer tomorrow, need aswer before I spend money on a simple problem that could easily be repaired.

Reply #56 MAC1199 (72.74.105.36) - Thu Mar 26 16:40:37 2009

1998 jeep Cherokee Sport: ok I drive down the road about a mile and the CHECK GAUGES light goes on and electrical needle drops down to 9 and drains my battery, If I continue to drive it for long periods without stopping when I pull over to the side of the road , I shut off the jeep and turn it back over, light goes off and continue driving for about a mile again light goes on again and needle drops down to 9, I do this about 10 times a day, Any Suggestions?

Reply #57 Pete Figueroa (70.8.51.67) - Tue Mar 31 22:40:18 2009

airbag warring light comes on and off. some times the airbag off for the pass side will come on at the same time. never been in a wreck. help

Reply #58 DJ (216.17.229.2) - Mon Apr 6 18:43:00 2009

Sounds like there are a lot of electrical issues with these Jeeps. I'd be happy if Chrysler went bankrupt/went under. Will never buy a Jeep from Chrysler again! I have a 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo. Something is drawing power from the battery, slowly but surely. I've replaced it with a new one and same deal. Can't leave it for more than a couple of days or Jeep will not start. Have to jump start it everytime...what a pain in the a$$! I think the whole Electrical module (PCM?) needs to be replaced but can't get a diagnosis from any shop so far that would let my warranty cover the costs.

Reply #59 Rich (209.30.159.80) - Wed Apr 8 09:35:48 2009

My 2005 Grand Cherokee Laredo has the same problem others have described: When you turn the key, nothing happens -- no click of the solenoid to activate the starter, just nothing. After several attempts, for no reason, you turn the key and it starts. So .... it's not the starter, not the solenoid, not the battery and not the ignition switch at the key. Any suggestions??

Reply #60 ROB (63.85.149.251) - Fri Apr 17 14:06:34 2009

My 1999 jeep cherokee windows won't let down and the interior lights are not working? CAN SOMEONE HELP!

Reply #61 Mark (199.89.199.82) - Mon Apr 20 10:14:59 2009

I have a 1998 Jeep Cheroke Sport 6 cyl 4.0 liter automatic trans. I was having starter issues (the starter wouldn't turn) so I replaced it. When the new starter was mounted I reconnected the battery and the starter went nuts trying to start the engine. It burned out before I could get the cable off the battery and the key was not in the ignition. I thought it might be a fused solenoid and exchanged the starter. The second one did the same thing. I am about to go buy an ignition switch but thought someone might have another suggestion or advice on this problem. I really don't want to have to trace the whole electrical system. HELP!?!?!?

Reply #62 zak (64.186.171.234) - Mon Apr 20 12:38:23 2009

i have just bought 99 jeep grand cherokee laredo, and couldn't figure out how to turn on the fog light. i pull the tip of the blinker lever, not sure if that's all i have to do but it doesn't seem to work. the fog light indicator comes on though, but no lights :( does this mean they're broken?

Reply #63 Bob Lesko (72.131.1.78) - Tue Apr 28 16:51:39 2009

1995 jeep cherokee sport, While driving the wipers, blower motor, radio, cig lighter will turn off then I hear 3 beeps. The engine keeps running and the headlights work. If I turn the jeep off and on it will come back to normal. I also noticed that the light is the heat/a/c switch will come on when the blower motor goes out. I though it was burnt out untill this problem happend at night. Any ideas are welcome.

Reply #64 Roger Gentry (86.217.198.170) - Thu Apr 30 08:13:08 2009

I have a 1996 jeep cherokee sport 4wd, great car but after 13 years it suddenly has started cutting out with no warning. It has no logic to the problem sometimes the car will go for 4 days other times it cuts out after 10 minutes. If i wait for a couple of minutes the car starts again without a problem and then run fine..............the local jeep dealre has run a diagnostic and cannot identify the problem...........has anyone any ideas please.........

Reply #65 Rich (75.196.45.184) - Sat May 2 10:03:09 2009

My 2001 jeep grand Cherokee keeps blowing the ignition fuse. The original fuse is a 40 amp. When the problem started I tried installing a 50 amp fuse. When I did this the car would start with a jump. That did not last long. Now the 50 amp & 60 amp fuse blows immediately when I attempt to start the car.

Reply #66 stucky1945 (71.113.36.232) - Mon May 4 20:25:53 2009

My 05 has no power to the driver side window controls, the fuses are ok. Help

Reply #67 John (205.188.116.198) - Tue May 12 21:53:26 2009

I Have A 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee Tail Lights Do Not Work But Turn Signals, Brake, Reverse all Work. Any Ideas

Reply #68 Robert (72.4.4.202) - Wed May 20 08:26:41 2009

I have a 2002 keep cherokee laredo and it wont start. I can hook juumper cable to it and it will run fine but when i turn it off it wont start back. When its not running i can try to use to horn or the lights and all my gauges go crazy. When i try to use the horn or the lights i can hear a wierd sound and it is coming form the fuse box under the sterring wheel. I have had the battery checked and the alternator and they both are good. What would be causing this? People has told me that it was probaly a fusiable link but if it was something electrical you wouldnt be able to jump it off could you?

Reply #69 cam (71.235.79.247) - Wed May 20 22:06:48 2009

my 1998 jeep cherokee sport was running fine. i got it home and went to start it about an hour later and it wont start. it turns over but wont fire. its not the battery, i changed the ignition coil and its not that. im almost positive i checked all the fuses and relays and its not that. i cannot figure it out. also, the spark plugs are not sparking. its has to be something electrical. i am lost though. any help?

Reply #70 mgag (208.65.73.114) - Fri May 22 13:59:08 2009

I also have a starting problem with my 1994 Grand. I believe it is somehow related to the shifter as if I wiggle it (while it is in Park), it will start. But after doing this for months, now no amount of wiggling will get it going.

Reply #71 Rick (67.142.161.26) - Tue May 26 19:06:29 2009

I'm having the same probelms as everyone else was. Jeep was starting but was slow starting, now wont even start with a jump. Did anyone else find out what the problem was?

Reply #72 pete (69.209.107.2) - Mon Jun 1 14:58:32 2009

I have 1997 Cherokee Sport, just this morning when turning the ignition to engage starter I heard a 'click', then all the electrical died; no dash lights, dome light, or even engine hood light.

About 10-20 seconds later, everything came back on when turning key forward 1 click to "on", attempting to crank the engine kills all the electrical for another 10-20 seconds.

I made a SWAG (scientific wild arse guess) that there is some sort of over-voltage somewhere, and I was able to get it started after some experimenting, here's how...

Before cranking the engine I turned my HVAC fan to full blast, opening my door to turn the dome lights on, turned the key forward one click to turn on the radio, then I finally cranked the engine. I'm guessing this siphoned off enough load from the electrical system, preventing an over voltage situation.

The old lady has 198, 000 miles and I was hoping I'd get to 200k before having to ditch her. I'm not about to spend $500 to hunt down a gremlin like this. We all need a jeep electrical expert, that's for sure.

Reply #73 Cathy (71.98.23.61) - Tue Jun 2 17:46:17 2009

We have a 98 Jeep Grand Cherokee and it also does not start at times. Today we had a tuneup done and my husband asked him why and he said, it could be the safety switch. If it does not start in park, put the car in neutral and try again. Also our power locks are locking by them selves. Our guages on our jeep, sometimes, the needles will drop all the way down.

Reply #74 BRIAN (205.188.116.198) - Sat Jun 6 22:09:37 2009

My 2000 Grand Cherokee Laredo is having the same electrical problem many people have mentioned. From time to time my jeep wont start, the gauges go crazy, clock resets to 12:00, radio station pre sets are lost. After several attempts in just decides to work. So far two different mechanics cant find anything wrong nor did the Jepp act up while it was in the possession of the mechanic. Still having problem. Suggestions are greatly appreciated. THANKS!

Reply #75 Tommy (75.185.139.121) - Mon Jun 8 15:15:52 2009

1997 Cherokee Sport sat for three months, when I started running it again the fuel gauge, speedometer and the odometer. The Battery light still comes on, so does the shifter light(manual tranny) and the check engine light still turn on when i start the car but thats it. Ive checked fuses harnesses im lost help.

Reply #76 JORGE MEDINA (76.108.227.180) - Tue Jun 9 17:43:36 2009

HI, I HAVE A JEEP, GRAND CH. 1996 6 CILYNDERS, I DID CHANGE CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR, COIL AND DISTRIBUTOR, AND THE PROBLEM CONTINUE, WHEN RUNNING SOME TIME HAVE BACK FIRE, AND SOMETIME THE ENGINE TURN OFF, WHEN I CHECK THE "CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON" THE CODES ARE ALWAYS THE SAME: ELECTRICAL COIL, CPS AND DISTRIBUTOR. THANK YOU

Reply #77 Jessica (69.84.113.19) - Sat Jun 13 20:16:57 2009

Hi. I have a '94 Jeep Cherokee that has recently lost power to the interior lights, power locks, power windows, radio, and A/C. I spent 2 days at the mechanic and they still cannot figure out what kind of electrical short it is. All of the fuses are OK. If anyone has had this problem and can give me some advice (or referral to a good mechanic in Miami) I would appreciate it!

Thanks, Jessica

fosterjj@hotmail.com

Reply #78 Rochelle (75.15.250.179) - Mon Jun 15 19:40:21 2009

Same problem as most. I purchased a 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee in Feb. 09. Instruments going crazy and I have taken it in the the Chrysler/Jeep dealer 3 times since then. They finally said they need to change the ignition switch. Does anyone know if this will really help or will I just be stuck with a Jeep that only works when it wants to. I will never, ever, but another Jeep again.

Reply #79 Melody (24.94.158.132) - Thu Jun 18 18:04:16 2009

I have similar problem with 94 Jeep Cherokee as Jessica Reply #77. Radio and A/C stopped working. Some of the fuses look melted. Everything else runs fine. Any suggestions?

Reply #80 justin (97.116.151.90) - Fri Jun 19 11:45:20 2009

ok so we just got a 2000 grand cherokee laredo with 190, 000 miles right after we got it it wouldnt start with the key so i got a starter and relpaced (the batt is good)and it still wouldnt start. so i ran some jump wires to the starter thinking it was the ignition and i had to get it home (it was 200 miles away)once i got it started and on the road i realized the blinkers, speedometer, heat, back up lights, heated leather seats, rear wiper all dont work, and the abs, airbag, brake, and the check engine lights are all on. there is power to the starter on the main power but not the selinoid wire from the fuse box under the hood. I NEED HELP!!!!!!!!!!!!! reply to liftedchevy420@yahoo.com please

Reply #81 justin (97.116.151.90) - Fri Jun 19 11:46:15 2009

oh and my cruise control doesnt work either

Reply #82 Stan (97.85.85.186) - Sun Jun 21 17:31:00 2009

2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited. All of a sudden no power. Battery OK but intermittent instrument and other electrical operations. Will not start even with jump.

Reply #83 Bill N. (75.167.13.224) - Wed Jun 24 16:10:29 2009

I removed my headliner and now my dome lights or radio wont come on i have checked fuses and all are ok does any one know what is next? Help thanks Bill

Reply #84 John mizzi (211.31.18.33) - Thu Jun 25 07:55:30 2009

I have for a better or worse purchased a xj jeep that seem to have gremlins in my electrail system, you hop in crank it over no blinkers next time blinkers work then electric windows wont work then next the radio stops so you give it kick in the dashboard it goes for a few seconds then nothing switch off the the key and wait for a while and crank it up its like nothing happened took it to the auto elects and none of the faults arise they think its all in your head So you americans its your car please tell this dumb aussie what the F*#@#$ is going on with my jeep

Reply #85 Ryan (67.240.113.51) - Tue Jul 7 22:10:23 2009

!994 Jeep Cherokee- no spark. I replaced the distributor cap and coil pack and still no spark. Any suggestions???

Reply #86 Bill (207.245.67.3) - Thu Jul 9 13:34:43 2009

94 Jeep Cherokee. While driving the power went out on the wipers, radio, a/s fan and turn signals. Pulled over, restarted and all work. Two days later same thing happened. Any ideas

Reply #87 edward (97.73.64.159) - Sat Jul 11 17:21:21 2009

97 jeep cherokee, problem is will be driving and motor will die, there's no fire to plugs, lights and radio work, sometimes when driving, it will cut out like its flooding or voltage is low, then it will clear up and go on and run ok for awhile before it cuts out again, was told the computer may be going bad, trying to find out where the computer is located, have 2 other jeeps, wanting to see if they have same number, but don't know the location of the computer. any help will be great

Reply #88 Cheryl (71.51.28.181) - Sun Jul 12 19:01:08 2009

2000 GJC Laredo 80k -- intermittently won't start, panel flashing

towed to mechanic who replaced Idle Control Valvue, air filter etc.... still problems

seems to be a common problem on forums but can't find answer

Please help before my bank account is emptied out

thanks

Reply #89 JAMES (74.177.8.138) - Mon Jul 13 17:16:02 2009

1994 jeep grand cherokee, replaced fuel pump, and battery.started right up, but had a very high idle speed. noticed that two vacume hoses were broken had those repaired by splicing with a sleve and removing the bad section of hose. when repaired hoses jeep started up then returned to normal idle then idle got slower and slower till it shut off. we replaced fuel pressure regulater.still jeep will not start at all, all fuses are good there is no fuel in fuel rail. helllp.what could possibly be the problem

Reply #90 karis (98.218.30.57) - Sun Jul 19 12:35:20 2009

light on car are always on draining battery when i start the car. blinking noise as if something at the back/trunk is open. what the problem is

Reply #91 Joe Lowery (75.206.90.85) - Mon Jul 20 19:21:01 2009

1999 Grand Jeep Cherokee Laredo - Gauges on dash go crazy....all of them. It won't start when this happens. I move tilt wheel up and down, sometimes it will start when i do this or move the gear shift in park position. Then it will start work fine for a month and all of a sudden do it again. Broke down Saturday we finally ended up jumping it and it started drove it home. Got in it Sunday drove it 15 miles shut it off and the gauges started going crazy again back and forth, back and forth..........wouldn't start....stayed with it until it quit, went in restaurant for an hour and came back up and it started right up. We took it to Tyler Jeep Dealership in Niles, MI and they can't find the problem, said nothing is wrong with it. I have already had it in the shop last month with the same problem, they said we have no problem. HELP! This jeep has 235, 000 miles on it and runs fine with the exception of this one problem. I am supposed to go and pick it up from dealership in the morning. There really is something wrong! Just not when they have it! :( If you have had this problem, please contact me! Thanks! Joe

Reply #92 ian henshalal (86.145.123.76) - Tue Jul 21 01:48:46 2009

hi can you help me , i bort my jeep grand cherokee , but i need a code to unlock the radio

Reply #93 barbara myers (192.138.75.196) - Mon Jul 27 09:52:38 2009

we recently had our 1999 jeep cherokee sport to the mechanic because the door locks keep locking on their own even when the key isn't in the ignition. He can find anything wrong. Also when you put on the right turn signal, the back wind shield wiper is activated. Does anyone know what causes these problems?

Reply #94 ben (98.211.46.53) - Mon Jul 27 21:03:20 2009

i am hoping that soemone out there can help me with a small problem i have with my 1998 jeep cherokee classic( 4.0 liter inline 6). so far the only thing i have not been able to figure out is why none of the interior(over head/dome/map/cargo) lights do not work. ive checked the bulbs and all the fuses i can find and nothing seems to be wrong. i have yet to hook up a volt meter to see if the lights are even getting power. if anyone could point me in the right direction it would be greatly apreciated

Reply #95 naser husban (212.38.146.57) - Fri Jul 31 15:49:21 2009

My jeep cherokee laredo 2001 has a problem with the O/D appearing off spontaneously and not responding to the button on the gear.This problem, if driving continues, causes transmission heat to be elevated so I have to stop and turn off the engine then start again.Lately, it started to appear on even short distance so I decided to park and leave it at home.Otherwise, this car has no apparent problems.Please let me know if this is a gear problem or a simple electrical stuff.Thanks.

Reply #96 CDS (216.207.17.19) - Thu Aug 6 09:10:37 2009

I have a 2007 Grand Cherokee Laredo - ltd. Won't start. Replaced everyting but the entire vehicle. Leaves me stranded constantly. Only had it for 2 months. Wouldn't crank at the gas station last night. Went back this morning & it cranked with no problems. I've come to the conclusion.....it's possessed.....

Reply #97 Dave Nearhoof (74.212.59.30) - Sat Aug 8 17:15:45 2009

I have a 1998 Cherokee 4.0 The other day it ran fine, today I could not get it to start. sometimes I got a click when I turned the key, other times the motor would turn over but would not start. I found if I press on the gas slightly wile turning it over it will start, but soon as I let off the gas it stops. I replaced the Alternator about a month ago. My fuel gauage miss reads at times and my interior lights dim when I turn on the headlights. Is there an idle adjustment or a sensor that controls fuel flow?. I am confused.

Reply #98 Dave (137.244.215.19) - Tue Aug 18 07:03:14 2009

we have a 96 Jeep cherokee, it will start, but quits as soon as you let go of the key. at the same time that it started doing this the radio and wipers quit working. have checked all the fuse in distribution box and all is good. there is no power to the circuit breaker that controls the wiper/washer with iginition on or off. sounds like its in the ignition switch, but does power go to the fuse box under dash or the ignition first.

Reply #99 Dan (76.15.67.214) - Wed Aug 26 02:00:41 2009

2000 GC laredo 4.0 driving in slow traffic, just died on me and wont start. will tow to shop soon any suggestions, everything else seems working like the electrcal.

starter is turning fine

Reply #100 T Bone (196.218.248.240) - Thu Aug 27 16:41:58 2009

Hello

I have a Cherokee Laredo 2003. The engine shuts off while driving!!! I was told by the mechanic that it could be an electrical problem due to the programming of the key or the remote control. There are no error codes when scanning.When I try to crank the car I get the the "Key light" turned on. The manual mentions something about shutting the engine when this sign turns on. Any thoughts on the problem!!!

Reply #101 verlin (98.20.13.148) - Fri Aug 28 19:25:26 2009

I own a 1998 jeep cherokee classic i have one wire that gets shorted in a connector to my blower motor on my air conditioning. But the wire that goes to the connector only gets hot when my blower motor is on replaced relay. Do not know please any answers please email me.

Reply #102 LNC (65.34.91.98) - Tue Sep 1 20:55:48 2009

I also have the same issue as most people have noted, a 2006 Grand Cherokee that decides when it feels like starting. I have had it just 6 months, and it has been back to the dealership numerous times for this. First time they thought the remote transponder wasn't communicating with it to disarm the immobilizer, so they replaced the batteries in the key fob and off I went, and it worked for about a week. Then I took it back again, and was told the transmission control module needed to be replaced. After about a week again of seeming to start w/out a problem it started doing it again just about every other time I went to start it. Scheduled an appt to take it in, and conveniently it wouldn't start when I went to head to dealer. Had towtruck come out, and driver was able to get it to start in neutral. Service dept said neutral safety switch was bad, transmission was taken apart to repair that and they said the torque converter also needed replacing. (Luckily I have an extended warranty because that bill alone was over $2300.00!!) Well, they had it for a week for that repair, and guess what?? 3 days after getting it back, it's doing it AGAIN!! I took it back in yesterday, and this afternoon they called and said it did it for them, and they found a loose connection with the starter, so they fixed that. I am hoping to get it back tomorrow, but after reading all these posts, I fear my problem may still not be resolved! I agree these things are possessed!!

Reply #103 justus (71.213.202.223) - Sat Sep 5 22:36:36 2009

haveing problems with my interior lights staying on all the time door switches are fine whats wrong?

any answers?

Reply #104 Wendy (173.88.17.154) - Sun Sep 6 03:50:58 2009

I have a 96 jeep Cherokee Laredo, My battery started to drain over night. I got a new battery, starter and alternator. Still drains.....Now my heater keeps cutting out and dashboard light are not working. Can anyone help?

Reply #105 Daniel (130.22.1.253) - Fri Sep 11 13:27:48 2009

I have a 98 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo, My instrument panel has been going hay-wire. It started with the gas gauge jumping from full to empty even with a full tank. Then I went I vacation and when I came back the Jeep was dead. I opened the door and heard a clicking noise and had to get it jumped. The battery would not hold a charge when I shut it off. I replaced the battery and the terminals and has been running fine. The instrument panel comes on when I start it but then goes out. This includes all the gauges and the power windows, and the odometer. I checked the fuses and they all tessted OK. When I turn the Jeep off, the gauges come back on and the power windows work until I pull out the key. What could be the issue and what else can I do???

Reply #106 Sheila (71.211.168.150) - Tue Sep 15 10:16:27 2009

We have a 96 Jeep Cherokee I bought from my brother. It also has a quirk of not starting sometimes. When it does this my brother told me to put it in nuetral, and then start it. Seems to work 98% of the time. Have to let it sit 5 minutes sometimes, then put in nuetral and it starts. I was trying to see if anyone had the answer as to why this is happening, but after reading all these problems about starting thought I better share this information. Hope it works for everybody else. Must be a quirk with Jeeps.

Reply #107 Baraa (195.229.235.42) - Sun Sep 27 05:05:55 2009

Guys don’t u find that the main problem out of what we all have wrote is the ELECTRICITY!!

I bought 1994 Cherokee with a fantastic engine but still all of the problems comes one after one from electricity

radio is off cz the antenna motor is offed bcz "electricity leaks from it, the technician said"

inside light sometimes gets drunk and gets on even car is not on

got to replace the AC compressor bcz of electricity.

it is really disappointing to let go such a strong car bcz of electricity complicated system! OR should we use the lighter sparks to switch the car ??????

what can we all do with that problem ? any help ? P L E A S E !

Reply #108 shawn (24.36.13.246) - Tue Sep 29 23:05:45 2009

i have a 2000 jeep cherokee sport 4, o inline 6 4x4 turn signals come on and then beeps .loud , i dod not know if its the turning arm box or a fuse... also my 4x4 lite went out when you put it in 4x4 is it a fuse or something else.need help..

Reply #109 Bart (68.186.95.218) - Thu Oct 1 20:29:28 2009

90 jeep Cherokee would not start, just click. I changed the

negative cable because it was bad, thinking that was the

problem. Now it won't click at all. I have lights and radio

but it seems no power is going to the starter, which is brand

new because I replaced that too.

Reply #110 Bernie (68.49.81.62) - Sat Oct 3 17:42:31 2009

Son has 98 Jeep Cerokee. Was drving and just shut off. Turns over fine but no start. Took to shop and they said no power to fuel pump caused by bad CPU in Jeep. Can this be true. The power for the fuel pump comes from the CPU.

Reply #111 Bernie (68.49.81.62) - Sat Oct 3 17:49:41 2009

Son has 98 Jeep Cerokee. Was drving and just shut off. Turns over fine but no start. Took to shop and they said no power to fuel pump caused by bad CPU in Jeep. Can this be true. The power for the fuel pump comes from the CPU.

Reply #112 Cliff (205.188.116.198) - Sun Oct 4 20:48:35 2009

I have a 98 Jeep Limited 5.9 Cherokee. The factory alarm is not setting and the interior lights stay on when I turn car off. I had to pull two fuses so the lights stay off when I'm not using car. Not sure if this is related, but on the day it started happening I had driven vehicle through a huge flooded intersection during a huge rain down poor that had flooded many roads. ANy help would be greatly apreciated. i've seen a lot of talk about replacing the BCM with similar problems but not sure how to test if it is good or bad.

Reply #113 stacy mullins (24.240.19.182) - Fri Oct 9 11:25:55 2009

my 1997 jeep will run, but as soon as you stop and cut off it will not start back up. You will have to wait until it cool off , which usually take about a day.can someone help me with this problem. is there any recall on this jeep

Reply #114 stacy mullins (24.240.19.182) - Fri Oct 9 11:27:52 2009

my 1997 jeep will run, but as soon as you stop and cut off it will not start back up.

You will have to wait until it cool off , which usually take about a day.can someone help me with this problem. is there any recall on this jeep

Reply #115 steve (209.158.95.139) - Wed Oct 14 08:04:16 2009

i have a 1997 jeep cherokee six cylinder that keeps blowing the fuel pump fuse. the fuse will not blow if you do not take the vehicle out of park.the engine will keep running until it is put into drive. i have replaced the cpu but it has made no change.any more suggestions.

Reply #116 stacy (67.184.81.253) - Sun Oct 18 12:19:02 2009

check out http://forums.cnet.com and look up the post "jeep grand cherokee stalling problem" posted by 1996Jeep GC. By far this solution seems to be the most hopeful, I too have had this electrical problem on my 99 jeep wrangler and have brought it in to 2 different shops at least 4 times in the past 2 months and had no luck. Got a new starter I didn't need, a few new grounds, and new battery cables... today I will attempt to remove screws from pcm and replace them with shorter ones as well as zip tie the connectors to the pcm so the connection is good and tight. i will let you know ir either is successful

Reply #117 theodorus schuurbiers (190.2.147.97) - Tue Oct 20 19:35:45 2009

i have a 1997 standard 4 doors jeep cherokee sport its a 4 liter 6 cillinder, im having problems whit the sparking when i go higher then 1000rpm the vehicle misfire, i have replaced the spark plugs and the spark cables, but no sucses, i have scanned the vehicle wit obd2 elm scan and no link to the vehicle, please help me out some one.

thanck you.

Reply #118 Ryan (68.227.128.119) - Fri Oct 23 18:29:25 2009

I have a 99 jeep cherokee sport and my right taillight/ headlight does not work, headlight high beams work and my tail light brake light works but not reg headlight and reg running light on right side. I jumped power from my left tail light to my right to get that working. Still left with the problem of Right headlight. I would like to fix problem so i can remove jumper wire -Ryan

Reply #119 Alicia (99.165.178.149) - Sun Oct 25 15:55:16 2009

1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited.When I try to start it, it turns over but dies right away. I have to keep my foot on the gas pedal and if I let go of the gas it will stall. When this happens all of my electrical restarts.

Reply #120 Zach (129.130.211.95) - Tue Oct 27 16:02:35 2009

Music and all other sounds do not come out of the speakers on the right side of my 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Did I blow a fuse? If so which one do I need to replace?

Reply #121 john hershey (76.185.2.86) - Mon Nov 2 00:06:34 2009

to #92 Ian Henshalal or anyone with radio code problems, pull out radio, get ser.& model #'s from radio, get vin# from car & call cars manufacture's 800 phone# and they'll gladly give you the code!I've done it, it's easy [once ya' get the radio out!] good luck!should work!

Reply #122 alihops (69.249.161.189) - Mon Nov 2 08:05:16 2009

2005 cherokee same problem--no start, clicking instead of cranking, dash board blinking crazy. Also, keyless entry device no longer working (initally though it was related).

Drove jeep the night before last with no problems. Tried to start truck late last night-that no start business. Waited til this morning to jump it with my other truck. Took a while to juice, but it started.

Family had use of the car for a while up to a week before this problem started. Come to find out NO OIL! Now we're good.

Made sure to come back and post MY remedy, though I'm sure if you already saw a mechanic he should've ruled "no oil" out. The no-start feature lets you know the car is ill...it could be any number of reasons. Good thing too-eventually it could've locked up!

P.S. Interior lights wouldn't go off at all last night so I diconnected the battery until this morning. ???

Reply #123 John Brenton (66.219.7.62) - Tue Nov 3 19:18:41 2009

Hello guys,

Okay Im looking at buying a 1999 Jeep Cherokee Classic, It's out standing truck. Every thing is fine, but sometimes when you start it, none of the gauges work, and the odm. reads NO GAS, sometimes its fine, also the tach and speedo quit and the air bag light comes on, I read on what it was on here faulty connection at the cluster, and the remedy seems painstaking aswell as costly. Plz I really like this truck and Im a college kid I aint made of money, I just wanna know if its worth the time and money to fix. If you guys could let me know that would be awesome!!!!!!

Thanks JR

Reply #124 Bre (141.218.226.123) - Sat Nov 7 15:12:42 2009

I have a 93 Jeep Grand Cherokee.

When I go to start it, it acts as if the battery is dead, there is no sound except a soft brief whir/hum. However, all the accessories come on (lights, radio, dash) the windows and locks work as well.

I tried getting it jumped by various people.. Nothing.

I took the battery out and got it tested at Wal-mart. The battery is in excellent condition.

A little while after I got it, it was starting funny and idling low, feeling like it wanted to stall at stop lights. I got that issue repaired, it was the ignition coil. The mechanic who fixed it also inspected the Jeep and found no other issues. No starter issues, no spark plug issues, nothing.

I keep it hydrated, making sure there's always oil and tranny fluid and all.

So I really don't know what the issue could be. I've been online looking at other people's issues with Jeeps. and quite a few people have had the same issue.

Also, the "Check 4WD Switch" has always been on the computer screen.

Just wanted to know what you think.

Reply #125 Bre (141.218.226.123) - Sat Nov 7 15:12:48 2009

I have a 93 Jeep Grand Cherokee.

When I go to start it, it acts as if the battery is dead, there is no sound except a soft brief whir/hum. However, all the accessories come on (lights, radio, dash) the windows and locks work as well.

I tried getting it jumped by various people.. Nothing.

I took the battery out and got it tested at Wal-mart. The battery is in excellent condition.

A little while after I got it, it was starting funny and idling low, feeling like it wanted to stall at stop lights. I got that issue repaired, it was the ignition coil. The mechanic who fixed it also inspected the Jeep and found no other issues. No starter issues, no spark plug issues, nothing.

I keep it hydrated, making sure there's always oil and tranny fluid and all.

So I really don't know what the issue could be. I've been online looking at other people's issues with Jeeps. and quite a few people have had the same issue.

Also, the "Check 4WD Switch" has always been on the computer screen.

Just wanted to know what you think.

Reply #126 lyttonmike (71.41.149.142) - Sun Nov 8 13:44:10 2009

My 1998 Jeep Cherokee 2WD Sport had a problem with intermittent warning lights displaying on the instrument panel. The tac and the speedometer would flatline, then wildly spring back to life. I thought there might have been an ignition switch connection to the problem. Finally, when my trip odometer began to work intermittently and I ran out of gas, I found a solution on the Internet.

So the problem is that the instrument panel connectors become loose and dirty with age in the older Jeeps. The solution was to remove the entire instrument panel, which unplugs from captive sockets behind it, and meticulously clean all the pins. I used a fine emory board, alcohol and Q-tips and scraped inside the sockets with a very small screwdriver to increase the probability of good connections. This has restored full function to the instrument panel for a year now.

Reply #127 MTD (205.188.116.198) - Sun Nov 15 18:25:00 2009

I have a 1999 cherokee sport that my wife and I just bought. It ran good but needed a lot of work because of high milage. The lady we bought it from said she never had a problem but parts were going and she has sunk money into it. we got it for $2000.00 and im habdy so how hard could it be. I powerwashed it and the troubles started. First it wouldn't start just a hum. figuring it was the starter solinoid I bought a rebult starter "bucks" It worked for two days and stopped starting. I checked every fuse and relay in the thing and it won't start. I did notice a common issues between all the posts here. We changed starters and checked electrical connections but nothing works. I changed all the fuses marked anything to do with the starter. I think it has to do with the neutral switch so thats next. goe any iseas need help ok thanks.

Reply #128 erik j (64.25.86.19) - Thu Nov 19 13:46:25 2009

I have a 2000 grand cherokee laredo 4.7L. I had a tune up done over a month ago and everything was fine. Now the engine light has come on. The test said ignition coil 6. So I had that replaced. One day later, same thing but the test said ignition coil 7, so I also had that replaced. Now a day later the light is back on..what is going on. The jeep only has 69k miles.

Reply #129 Will (75.169.192.205) - Fri Nov 20 14:35:45 2009

reply to Danial #105

Have the basic same problem. interior lights stay on after shuting off and removing key. Runs the battery down. Have checked all door switches, ignition switch and all fuses, suspect a relay somewhere. HELP. Is there a seperate timer relay that could be responcible? Everything runs well if i remember to disconnect the battery terminal. But this is getting old, and not there the security system is getting tempermental and will only disengage if the weather is above 50 degrees F. going to the garage Mon. hope there is an answer without costing me my first born.

Reply #130 matt (68.114.68.165) - Mon Nov 23 17:26:48 2009

I have a 1998 Grand Cherokee limited and my reverse lights dont work unless I jiggle the shifter around in reverse. Would it be the neutral saftey switch or is there another kind of sensor in there?

Reply #131 Derek S (137.118.253.60) - Mon Nov 23 17:55:56 2009

In my 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee windows, A/C, seat belt light, all went out simultaneously. All fuses are good. Have no idea what the problem is. Please help.

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