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Old 04-24-2013, 10:48 PM
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I just got done replacing my battery, cables, and altenator. when i went to start her up no power, no dome light, no radio, and no starter clicking. I am at a loss right now. could use any help. i have checked the new battery, the cables, altenator, and starter for any irregularities but cant seem to find any so far.
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Make sure your grounds and all cable connections are clean and snug. When you turn the key absoluetely nothing happens right? Guages don't move, no lights? What about turn signals and headlights? E flashers?
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this can be far fetched, but check your fuses
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I just got done replacing my battery, cables, and altenator. when i went to start her up no power, no dome light, no radio, and no starter clicking. I am at a loss right now. could use any help. i have checked the new battery, the cables, altenator, and starter for any irregularities but cant seem to find any so far.
What year is your Cherokee? Is it an XJ Body?
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shes an 89 XJ, i have checked my connections and fuses under the dash. i have no lights, and my guages dont come on when i turn the key.
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And it was working fine before you started replacing things?
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Faulty ignition switch maybe?
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Renix= Very common ground issues. Clean and make sure alk are tight. Might as well us dielectric greese while doing it.

If you had to replace all of those things are you sure your batt isn't just dead as a door nail?
What was your orginal issue?
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I think you just need to start at the battery with either a voltmeter or test light, and go through the system until you find out where you're losing power.
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