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Old Feb 15, 2016 | 04:42 PM
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Okay so I have a 89 Cherokee limited. I have replaced the ignition switch and traced wires over and over. When I turn my switch off my radio,blower motor, wipers, rear defrost and stuff still works. I can even remove the electrical ignition switch off the column and unplug it and everytging still works. I can't figure it out someone please help. Thanks
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Old Feb 16, 2016 | 08:35 PM
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what is it that you cant figure out?
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Old Feb 17, 2016 | 06:52 AM
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Some things wired different at fuse box . Back feeding possible. Post a pic of fuse box .
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Old Feb 17, 2016 | 09:08 PM
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Ignition switch is not adjusted properly.
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Old Feb 17, 2016 | 09:10 PM
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https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f2/ign...stment-212002/
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Old Feb 18, 2016 | 09:09 AM
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Op states switch unplugged no change ...if something wired direct it can back feed fuse panel thru factory harness.
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Old Aug 24, 2016 | 10:36 PM
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Brown wire at or near the ignition switch is melted into the power wire.
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