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Old Sep 2, 2010 | 09:31 AM
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Default Head, Turn, Brake lights stay on

Sorry If this is a common question but I coulnt find it anywhere.

Like the title says, when I turn my jeep off none of my lights turn off and obviously kills my battery. The only way I can turn them off is by disconnecting the battery.

Can anyone help me or point me in the right direction. thanks
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Old Sep 2, 2010 | 09:33 AM
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check your headlight switch?
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Old Sep 2, 2010 | 10:03 AM
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the switch that dims? beside your steering column?
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Old Sep 2, 2010 | 10:23 AM
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X2 on the headlight switch....or "dimmer"
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Old Sep 2, 2010 | 10:52 AM
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what exactly am I looking for. Corrosion, Loose connection? or the entire switch itself
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Old Sep 2, 2010 | 11:07 AM
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not sure but i know when mine messed up, i just replaced it (on my grand i used to have. never had trouble with the cherokee one)
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Old Sep 2, 2010 | 02:28 PM
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here is my update.

I brought my neighbour over to lend me a hand. He has been a electrician for over 30 years so I trust his judgement.


we pulled out the switch and tested it. We found that it wouldn't turn off when the switch was in the off position. I hope that is the problem because I really hate electrical work.

I will posted another update when I get a new switch. Thanks everyone.
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