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Dec 24, 2010 | 12:37 AM

redbullmorton

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From: Coeur D'Alene, Idaho

Year: 1985

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 2.5 lt

wiring short killed engine

My 1985 pioneer. Just stoped running. After examining engine found FRIED fuseable link off of the starter cylinoid. Can't find any wire touching metal. Anyone have any idea's?

Dec 24, 2010 | 01:53 AM

freegdr

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From: Broward County Fl.

Year: 1989 xj sport 2dr

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 12 hole bosch Injectors

fuse links are for protectin maybe, try replacing the fuse link auto pardts stores carry them and see what happens

Dec 24, 2010 | 05:30 AM

tjwalker

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From: In the middle of Minnesota!

Year: 1999

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0

You will need a wiring diagram, a meter, and the ability to use both to find the short.

Dec 24, 2010 | 07:10 AM

JeepingDan

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From: CT.

Year: 88

Model: Comanche (MJ)

Engine: 4.0 HO

Fusable links do that especially when they are that old. Just replace it and see what happens.

Dec 24, 2010 | 07:32 PM

redbullmorton

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From: Coeur D'Alene, Idaho

Year: 1985

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 2.5 lt

replaced fusable link, and as soon as I turned key to start, it fried just like the first. I'm thinking it has to be in ignition somewhere, but caan't seem to find a wire grounded out.