sevans15

Hey guys! i have a 1994 jeep cherokee 4.0 5-speed. it has some ignition problems and cant find it for the life of me. i replaced the starter, and the ignition switch at the base of the steering column. the key will still not turn it over. i have lights radio air but it wont go to the next step. i can push it down the road and dump the clutch and it starts right up but still no key... im lost on what else it could be.. I NEED HELP.

docmedpros

had the same issue with my 96, it's the actual key lock itself giving out. i replaced mine twice then said F**K it and hard wired my ignition to two switches

sevans15

is there a way to be sure thats what it is? i dont know a whole lot about that part of vehicles. the way it looks, it seems like the key lock would be a B***H to replace.. lol i will look into that as well but when i turn the key to the on position everything works properly it just wont start the engine when i turn it all the way to start. i need all the options i can get

F1Addict

The ignition cylinder (key) actually moves a metal rod that runs down the column to the ignition switch (the one you replaced) and I know there is a way to test that to make sure it's extending far enough to engage the starter, I'm just not sure how... I've never done it. Someone will offer up advice soon. I seem to recall a thread on a similar problem, I'll see if I can find it...

Turbo X_J

Do you have a wiring diagram and a DMM? real easy to check for continuity at the connector on the column. If it is the ignition switch it may just be faster and easier to swap in a whole column.

F1Addict

Some good info here...

https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f2/90-...g-wheel-36223/

and here...

https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f2/wir...switch-149471/

I'm pretty sure your '94 uses the same column/switch.

Dman123

hi everyone,i hope i am not going to get in trouble for this and am sorry for hijacking your thread but i am a newbie to the forum and am not allowed to start new threads but i have a question pertaining ot the ignition switch on the 94 cherokee i am in process of replacing mine right now but when i was removing the old one i removed that little metal wire that runs through the body of the switch from the right side to the left side and lost it.now i cannot attach actuator arm to switch,have not had any luck finding it or a replacement can anyone help me please!!!!!i live in sask and am working outside in my driveway as i do not have a garage,thank god its warmer than usual but still chilly.anyways can anyone tell me what that is called or where ican find one or if i can make one????????
thanks in advance all
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