96 cherokee problems
ezsk8er66
11-26-2006, 02:17 PM
i have a 96 cherokee, 4.0 i6, that has been sitting a while , about a month ago it started up, i let it sit for that month now, when i try to turn it over nothign happens, there is a clicknig noise in the fuse box, any help or advice is appreciated. i kno it runs because i bump started it yesterdaybut i cant get it to turn with the key thank you
AlohaBra
11-26-2006, 02:28 PM
So, it is either your ignition switch, your starter, or your battery.
Check your starter draw (in amps with a shop VAT tester) and the battery voltage during cranking (voltmeter).
Check cable connections and ground (do voltage drop test).
--(Note: If you will report test and voltage information that you have obtained, I can give you more info.)
Use a remote starter switch to the solenoid next.
Then take starter out and test on bench.
Tip: might be a good time for a Haynes maunal if you don't have one. The factory service manual (FSM) is better but costs more.
Check your starter draw (in amps with a shop VAT tester) and the battery voltage during cranking (voltmeter).
Check cable connections and ground (do voltage drop test).
--(Note: If you will report test and voltage information that you have obtained, I can give you more info.)
Use a remote starter switch to the solenoid next.
Then take starter out and test on bench.
Tip: might be a good time for a Haynes maunal if you don't have one. The factory service manual (FSM) is better but costs more.
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