how long does it take ur xj to start

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Feb 12, 2012 | 09:38 PM

#31

XJdryva

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From: Oklahoma

Year: 1993

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0

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Originally Posted by stev-o

that explains y it takes so long uve have it just sitting in some dudes yard

I'm sure all the check valves and rubber is shot so cycling the pump a few times definately helps

Feb 12, 2012 | 10:18 PM

#32

TheMiddleMan

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I just did the ground refresh suggested by cruiser54, and put in a brand new starter...takes about 2 seconds to fire. Much better than the 5-6 when I got it a year ago.

Feb 12, 2012 | 10:23 PM

#33

USMCgunrock

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From: NJ/NY

Year: 2001

Model: Cherokee

Engine: I6

2001 xj, 130k miles, fires up as soon as i turn the key no matter what the temp outside

Feb 12, 2012 | 10:29 PM

#34

da9guy

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Model: Cherokee

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Originally Posted by 1skrewsloose

Aaahhh, the light bulb lights up. Just bought a 98 with the same problem. Got in the habit of cranking it over for a few turns, waiting a few seconds and hit the switch again, starts right away. Learning more everyday here!! These jeeps are different animals than I'm used to.

my 93 (114k miles) is like this. cranks for days on first try but starts right up on the second bump

Feb 12, 2012 | 11:24 PM

#35

ZINGGG

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From: Seal Beach, CA

Year: 1996

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0 HO Straight Six

I'm sure all of you living in colder states is making it more difficult for it to start quickly too. I live in CA where the temp never gets below 50. My Jeep starts up instantly (granted I'm not in a Renix and I have a 4 month old tune up)

Feb 13, 2012 | 05:14 AM

#36

cruiser54

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From: Prescott, Az

Year: 1990

Model: Cherokee (XJ)

Engine: 4.0

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheMiddleMan

I just did the ground refresh suggested by cruiser54, and put in a brand new starter...takes about 2 seconds to fire. Much better than the 5-6 when I got it a year ago.

Did you add the 2 ground wires or just refresh what you had?