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trying to turn over... but just not quite

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Old 11-14-2011, 05:59 PM
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so the engine is trying to turnover when you turn the key but it is just not quite turning over fully so the engine can run on its own... any ideas??
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Old 11-14-2011, 06:12 PM
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Battery. Anything. More details?
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I would suggest trying to rotate it with a socket and ratchet, if the battery and starter is good.
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Check to see if the leads going to the starter solenoid are on tight, i just had this problem with my ladies 97 ZJ
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