Stoopid Headlamps / Headlights

X-J · 11-23-2008, 05:39 PM

Ok so I get in to goto work, start er up, flick the lights on.
No Headlights

Crap.
I feverishly flick, wiggle the switch. No Go
I would drive without them, but I might pisshoff the wrong person.
Check fuses, wires, relays , but a 95 dose'nt have a relay for headlights that i found it dose have a fuse under hood that checked to be ok.
-what was left to check was headlights but I doubted that both would burnout at the same time- but I didn't rule out my luck.
-ground wires & connectors
-headlamp switch & connectors

The switch & connector didn't look burnt or anything but i wanted to rule that out before anything else.
Oh hey i have this other xj ill just pull that switch out and try it out since i know it works ...

the plastic housing is differnent, connetors are the same minus one connector.

short story i went to the autozone and bought a new one for $16 and it solved my problem,
moral of the story is even if the switch & connector are'nt melted it could still be the switch.
left 95 right 88
-can someone tell me what these relays are to/for under driverside dash on a 95 auto 4.0 ...

Andrew_1122 · 11-23-2008, 09:37 PM

Theres a connection for all your front lights ie: parking lights, turn signals hi/low beams located near your air box, removing the air box (3 10mm bolts) you can see it, might have rusted out, mine did. my low beams just stopped working one day. Id check the condition of that connector and check for power at that connection to help you narrow down the problem. Hope this helps!

jeepfreak82 · 11-24-2008, 12:41 AM

extra connector is for foglight option...

X-J · 11-24-2008, 08:22 PM

Power Distribution
Relay Center

Power Lock / Unlock / Horn / Defogger / LCD Illumination radio / turn signal - hazard

scumbag95 · 11-26-2008, 06:49 AM

I have a similar problem with my 95 XJ. I have park lights but no high or low beam.
I think that I might do as you did and replace the switch. Only problem is that I can't figure out how to get the switch out. Can you please give me some advice on removing the switch?

jeepfreak82 · 11-26-2008, 02:14 PM

Look up above tach/speedo, two screws to remove. one screw above lighter socket, and one more above headlight knob. may have trim piece to remove that fits under steering column (it just pulls out) then pull surround towards you. top will be snug against dash but it will come out. the headlight switch should have screws holding the small panel in, if it doesn't, feel on the metal side of the switch and you will feel a small metal button. you press that and pull the knob out from the front to remove it, then there is a screw with the hole for the knob to go through... you will need a wide screwdriver to get this out. after it is out the switch is only being held by wires so unplug them and remove switch.

X-J · 11-27-2008, 09:25 AM

I was able to reach up under the dash and disconnect the switch, but i have small hands
-take off the lower part of the dash/knee panel to reach the switch & connectors
-the switch has a small button facing down ; push it in and pull the knob out of the switch,
-then unscrew the large nut holding in the switch facing you
-maneuver the switch downward . the switch will only go down so far with some force and is difficult to disconnect the connector from this angle, try a screwdriver to pry it apart carefully .
-there is also another one wire connector on the back side of the switch.

1994 xj · 01-27-2010, 07:35 PM

my 1994 xj has a similer problem. but when i pull the switch out the little green arrows light up insted of the headlights and the blinkers are acting like hazzerds any idea?

X-J · 01-29-2010, 01:56 PM

Look and see if the plug to your headlight switch is melted, might have to take the switch out of the dash, and is a pain, if you have skinny arms & small hands you might get it out without taking the dash apart, but it will be easyr and you can see better.

11-23-2008, 05:39 PM	#1
X-J Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Kennedale, Tx Posts: 164 My Photos 1995 2WD & 1988 4WD Cherokee Year: 1995 2WD & 1988 4WD Model: Cherokee Engine: 242 Transmission: Auto Front Axle: Dana 30 Rear Axle: 8 1/4 & D35 Tires: 245'70'15 Lift Specifications: Stock Misc Accessories: CompCam	Stoopid Headlamps / Headlights Ok so I get in to goto work, start er up, flick the lights on. No Headlights Crap. I feverishly flick, wiggle the switch. No Go I would drive without them, but I might pisshoff the wrong person. Check fuses, wires, relays , but a 95 dose'nt have a relay for headlights that i found it dose have a fuse under hood that checked to be ok. -what was left to check was headlights but I doubted that both would burnout at the same time- but I didn't rule out my luck. -ground wires & connectors -headlamp switch & connectors The switch & connector didn't look burnt or anything but i wanted to rule that out before anything else. Oh hey i have this other xj ill just pull that switch out and try it out since i know it works ... the plastic housing is differnent, connetors are the same minus one connector. short story i went to the autozone and bought a new one for $16 and it solved my problem, moral of the story is even if the switch & connector are'nt melted it could still be the switch. left 95 right 88 -can someone tell me what these relays are to/for under driverside dash on a 95 auto 4.0 ... Attached Images __________________ "I'll keep my guns, freedom and money, and you can keep your 'change'" 1995 XJ 4.0 2WD 1988 XJ 4.0 4WD 1965 'Cuda 360ci 06 Charger R/T

11-24-2008, 12:41 AM	#3
jeepfreak82 Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: North Carolina Posts: 199 My Photos 1994 Cherokee Year: 1994 Model: Cherokee Engine: 4.0Litre H.O. L6 Transmission: Auto Transfer Case: '99 N.P. 231 Front Axle: Dana 30 Rear Axle: Heavy Duty Chrysler 8.25 Tires: Liberator A/T Lift Specifications: Rockin' it Stock!!! Misc Accessories: CB	extra connector is for foglight option... __________________ jeepfreak82 '99 Dodge Ram 1500 '94 Cherokee (The Donkey Slayer!!!) '70 Commando (the continuing project...)

11-24-2008, 08:22 PM	#4
X-J Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Kennedale, Tx Posts: 164 My Photos 1995 2WD & 1988 4WD Cherokee Year: 1995 2WD & 1988 4WD Model: Cherokee Engine: 242 Transmission: Auto Front Axle: Dana 30 Rear Axle: 8 1/4 & D35 Tires: 245'70'15 Lift Specifications: Stock Misc Accessories: CompCam	Power Distribution Relay Center Power Lock / Unlock / Horn / Defogger / LCD Illumination radio / turn signal - hazard Attached Images __________________ "I'll keep my guns, freedom and money, and you can keep your 'change'" 1995 XJ 4.0 2WD 1988 XJ 4.0 4WD 1965 'Cuda 360ci 06 Charger R/T

11-26-2008, 02:14 PM	#6
jeepfreak82 Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: North Carolina Posts: 199 My Photos 1994 Cherokee Year: 1994 Model: Cherokee Engine: 4.0Litre H.O. L6 Transmission: Auto Transfer Case: '99 N.P. 231 Front Axle: Dana 30 Rear Axle: Heavy Duty Chrysler 8.25 Tires: Liberator A/T Lift Specifications: Rockin' it Stock!!! Misc Accessories: CB	Look up above tach/speedo, two screws to remove. one screw above lighter socket, and one more above headlight knob. may have trim piece to remove that fits under steering column (it just pulls out) then pull surround towards you. top will be snug against dash but it will come out. the headlight switch should have screws holding the small panel in, if it doesn't, feel on the metal side of the switch and you will feel a small metal button. you press that and pull the knob out from the front to remove it, then there is a screw with the hole for the knob to go through... you will need a wide screwdriver to get this out. after it is out the switch is only being held by wires so unplug them and remove switch. __________________ jeepfreak82 '99 Dodge Ram 1500 '94 Cherokee (The Donkey Slayer!!!) '70 Commando (the continuing project...)

11-27-2008, 09:25 AM	#7
X-J Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Kennedale, Tx Posts: 164 My Photos 1995 2WD & 1988 4WD Cherokee Year: 1995 2WD & 1988 4WD Model: Cherokee Engine: 242 Transmission: Auto Front Axle: Dana 30 Rear Axle: 8 1/4 & D35 Tires: 245'70'15 Lift Specifications: Stock Misc Accessories: CompCam	I was able to reach up under the dash and disconnect the switch, but i have small hands -take off the lower part of the dash/knee panel to reach the switch & connectors -the switch has a small button facing down ; push it in and pull the knob out of the switch, -then unscrew the large nut holding in the switch facing you -maneuver the switch downward . the switch will only go down so far with some force and is difficult to disconnect the connector from this angle, try a screwdriver to pry it apart carefully . -there is also another one wire connector on the back side of the switch. __________________ "I'll keep my guns, freedom and money, and you can keep your 'change'" 1995 XJ 4.0 2WD 1988 XJ 4.0 4WD 1965 'Cuda 360ci 06 Charger R/T

11-23-2008, 09:37 PM	#2
Andrew_1122 Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Ottawa ON Posts: 76 My Photos 1996 Cherokee Year: 1996 Model: Cherokee Engine: 4.0L HO Transmission: 5spd Transfer Case: 232 Front Axle: D30 Rear Axle: 8.25 Tires: 31" Goodyear Territories Lift Specifications: 3" Rough country full leaf pack Misc Accessories: new floors, shifter knob,	Theres a connection for all your front lights ie: parking lights, turn signals hi/low beams located near your air box, removing the air box (3 10mm bolts) you can see it, might have rusted out, mine did. my low beams just stopped working one day. Id check the condition of that connector and check for power at that connection to help you narrow down the problem. Hope this helps!

11-26-2008, 06:49 AM	#5
scumbag95 Newbie Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 1 My Photos	I have a similar problem with my 95 XJ. I have park lights but no high or low beam. I think that I might do as you did and replace the switch. Only problem is that I can't figure out how to get the switch out. Can you please give me some advice on removing the switch?

01-27-2010, 07:35 PM	#8
1994 xj Newbie Join Date: Jan 2010 Posts: 1 My Photos	my 1994 xj has a similer problem. but when i pull the switch out the little green arrows light up insted of the headlights and the blinkers are acting like hazzerds any idea?

01-29-2010, 01:56 PM	#9
X-J Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Kennedale, Tx Posts: 164 My Photos 1995 2WD & 1988 4WD Cherokee Year: 1995 2WD & 1988 4WD Model: Cherokee Engine: 242 Transmission: Auto Front Axle: Dana 30 Rear Axle: 8 1/4 & D35 Tires: 245'70'15 Lift Specifications: Stock Misc Accessories: CompCam	Look and see if the plug to your headlight switch is melted, might have to take the switch out of the dash, and is a pain, if you have skinny arms & small hands you might get it out without taking the dash apart, but it will be easyr and you can see better. __________________ "I'll keep my guns, freedom and money, and you can keep your 'change'" 1995 XJ 4.0 2WD 1988 XJ 4.0 4WD 1965 'Cuda 360ci 06 Charger R/T

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