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Old Mar 29, 2009 | 12:24 AM
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Question Starting A 4.0L Not Run In 2 Years

I have a 1994 Cherokee, 4.0L, 5 sp. that has not been started in over 2 years. Was running and starting on a daily basis before being parked. I'm no wrench, heard there is a certain procedure that should be followed and can't seem to find the instructions. Any help or suggestions??
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Old Mar 29, 2009 | 12:28 AM
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does it start now?
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Old Mar 29, 2009 | 12:36 AM
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get rid of stale gas and if she dont turn over she might have a dead battery so id charge it or get a new one
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Old Mar 29, 2009 | 12:41 AM
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also, an oil change and coolant flush couldnt hurt
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Old Mar 29, 2009 | 01:12 AM
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to start your jeep, take the key with the plymoth or jeep logo on it find the ignition located to the right of the steering wheel. Once the ignition is found, simply stick the key in and of course since it is a manuel push the clutch in. Once the key has been succesfully inserted in the ignition, turn the key...dont be afraid about bending the key because they ignition will in fact turn with it. keep the key turned for a good 4 to 5 seconds and if it does not start repeat.
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Old Mar 29, 2009 | 01:16 AM
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Originally Posted by Phil99
to start your jeep, take the key with the plymoth or jeep logo on it find the ignition located to the right of the steering wheel. Once the ignition is found, simply stick the key in and of course since it is a manuel push the clutch in. Once the key has been succesfully inserted in the ignition, turn the key...dont be afraid about bending the key because they ignition will in fact turn with it. keep the key turned for a good 4 to 5 seconds and if it does not start repeat.
so thats how you do it?!
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Old Mar 29, 2009 | 02:00 AM
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Originally Posted by Jesse James
so thats how you do it?!
no that is how he does it i only us 2 seconds of the key being turned.
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Old Mar 29, 2009 | 03:05 AM
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Originally Posted by Phil99
to start your jeep, take the key with the plymoth or jeep logo on it find the ignition located to the right of the steering wheel. Once the ignition is found, simply stick the key in and of course since it is a manuel push the clutch in. Once the key has been succesfully inserted in the ignition, turn the key...dont be afraid about bending the key because they ignition will in fact turn with it. keep the key turned for a good 4 to 5 seconds and if it does not start repeat.
wow..i hope you were joking when you wrote this.. i laughed at first, but then thought you might be serious..lol
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Old Mar 29, 2009 | 07:49 AM
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Ur gas will need to be changed and also the oil with to because oil started to breakdown after you stop using it. I would do that then just jump it with another car and see if see strats right up.
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Old Mar 29, 2009 | 04:53 PM
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To all of those who offered sincere advice I sincerely thank you. As for you Phil99, I hear the A-Hole Store in Minneapolis is looking for a general manager...sounds like you're their guy. Best of luck with all that.
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Old Mar 29, 2009 | 05:12 PM
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Hey guys it's okay I'm just kidding, people do this from time to time.
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Old Mar 29, 2009 | 08:23 PM
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Originally Posted by Phil99
Hey guys it's okay I'm just kidding, people do this from time to time.
thank you phil!! Im going to print out your directions and tape them to my steering wheel.
I forget how to start the jeep from time to time.
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