Reversing lights issues + window/door lock issue
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Reversing lights issues + window/door lock issue
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Getting the new purchase ready for its mot, and have a small problem, can not get reversing lights to work, bulbs are fine, check all lights fuses,is there something im missing.Did wonder if hte gear box had a reverse sensor(switch) that may be faulty, if so where will i find one on the xj, our manuals are not really helpfull.
2nd problem changed over the main rocker switchs for window nad door locks but they still wont allow power to windows or doors to open or unlock etc. Any ideas, i've checked the fuses.
both are prob something really simple that we have missed any help is appreciated.
many thanks
Getting the new purchase ready for its mot, and have a small problem, can not get reversing lights to work, bulbs are fine, check all lights fuses,is there something im missing.Did wonder if hte gear box had a reverse sensor(switch) that may be faulty, if so where will i find one on the xj, our manuals are not really helpfull.
2nd problem changed over the main rocker switchs for window nad door locks but they still wont allow power to windows or doors to open or unlock etc. Any ideas, i've checked the fuses.
both are prob something really simple that we have missed any help is appreciated.
many thanks
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Hi all
Getting the new purchase ready for its mot, and have a small problem, can not get reversing lights to work, bulbs are fine, check all lights fuses,is there something im missing.Did wonder if hte gear box had a reverse sensor(switch) that may be faulty, if so where will i find one on the xj, our manuals are not really helpfull.
2nd problem changed over the main rocker switchs for window nad door locks but they still wont allow power to windows or doors to open or unlock etc. Any ideas, i've checked the fuses.
both are prob something really simple that we have missed any help is appreciated.
many thanks
Getting the new purchase ready for its mot, and have a small problem, can not get reversing lights to work, bulbs are fine, check all lights fuses,is there something im missing.Did wonder if hte gear box had a reverse sensor(switch) that may be faulty, if so where will i find one on the xj, our manuals are not really helpfull.
2nd problem changed over the main rocker switchs for window nad door locks but they still wont allow power to windows or doors to open or unlock etc. Any ideas, i've checked the fuses.
both are prob something really simple that we have missed any help is appreciated.
many thanks
The problem with the windows and locks may be the relays or fuses under the hood...Tj
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NSS as Trekker said and the connection for the older door locks was in the kick panel so I would verify that it is not corroded as well as checking the aforementioned fuses and relays.
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It may be the NSS (neutral safety switch) there is a writeup here on fixing that. http://jeepin.com/features/nss/index.asp
The problem with the windows and locks may be the relays or fuses under the hood...Tj
The problem with the windows and locks may be the relays or fuses under the hood...Tj
x2 I'm cleaning mine this weekend I'll get back to ya with the results.
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thanks for the nss fix it worked a treat. gonna take my other jeep apart and do that one, so i know its good and clean also.
still not sure on window/door locks, have checked wires, and run a lead to battery and can get power dso not sure if its a break in cable or where factory alarm has been disconected(by last owner) and the wires needs moving??? no idea....
still not sure on window/door locks, have checked wires, and run a lead to battery and can get power dso not sure if its a break in cable or where factory alarm has been disconected(by last owner) and the wires needs moving??? no idea....
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My 96 had window and door lock problems that gradually worsened. They would work if I closed the door, but not when the door was open. After the passenger window went down and would not go back up, I took it to the dealer to get the window back up. Rain was forcast for the next afternoon. A mechanic friend at the dealer informed me that the wiring cable going from the kick panel into the drivers side door, after time, will break from the constant opening and closing the door. I had 5 broken wires that would make contact off and on. This was why the windows and locks worked now and then.
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My 96 had window and door lock problems that gradually worsened. They would work if I closed the door, but not when the door was open. After the passenger window went down and would not go back up, I took it to the dealer to get the window back up. Rain was forcast for the next afternoon. A mechanic friend at the dealer informed me that the wiring cable going from the kick panel into the drivers side door, after time, will break from the constant opening and closing the door. I had 5 broken wires that would make contact off and on. This was why the windows and locks worked now and then.
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Hi, I am assuming the NSS is only applicable to automatic transmissions ? I have a manual XJ 1993 any chance of some advice on diagnosing why my reversing lights dont work?
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