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no start in park, but will in neutral

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Old Aug 27, 2011 | 03:08 PM
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Since i picked up the jeep it has been a on and off issue, but today it will only start in neutral (automatic 4.0)

I am thinking ignition switch?

what could it be?

Thanks

Rich
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Old Aug 27, 2011 | 03:17 PM
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Since i picked up the jeep it has been a on and off issue, but today it will only start in neutral (automatic 4.0)

I am thinking ignition switch?

what could it be?

Thanks

Rich
Sounds like the neutral safety switch. If your reverse lights don't turn on, that's most likely the problem. Theres some write ups on removal and cleaning on here, do a search.
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Old Aug 27, 2011 | 03:18 PM
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Dirty neutral safety switch, very common problem amongst Cherokees. Search it there should be plenty of threads on the fix
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Old Aug 27, 2011 | 03:45 PM
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This is my new favorite site, Thanks for the help. I will be taking it off tomorrow and giving it a cleaning.

Thanks again

Rich
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