BBrad1776

97 XJ

What would cause the door chime to go off without the key in the ignition? Lights are off too. I think its cuasing a parasitic drain on the battery.

BBrad1776

Had a couple guys say headlight switch and pigtail. Is this a common issue? Didn't see this in the search.

lawsoncl

That would be my first guess. Does trying to turn the cylinder back further without the key in or banging on it stop it? I don't recall if there is a connector under the dash or if you have to pull the lower steering cover to unplug it. The service manual wiring diagrams should have the pinout for the connector and wire color. If it's just the key-in switch, I'd be tempted to just snip the wire.

BBrad1776

Well replacing the headlight switch did not work. I pulled this wire off the ignition switch and it quit. Anyone know what it does?

robsjeep

I believe the door chime only turns on if key is inserted into ignition lock, it should be off otherwise.

BBrad1776

that's the weird thing. No key in and still chimes like the headlights are on but they aren't. Replaced the headlight switch and nothing. I'm leaning towards ignition switch now since when I pull that green connector it stops but I would like to know what that green connector goes to becuase I hate just throwing parts at something.

Saudade

That's the Key-in Switch connector. I think the Key-in switch is part of your ignition switch. You could try spraying some electrical contact cleaner inside to see if it helps. If you already have the column apart, you could try an ohm meter on the connection in the switch to see it if the switch is stuck. Key in should show continuity. Key out "infinity".

BBrad1776

this is exactly what i needed. Thank you!

lawsoncl

If you can't get the switch freed up, there's no harm leaving it disconnected. Just remember to take the key with you.