97 grand cherokee electrical issue

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Dec 12, 2011 | 01:21 PM

alphakip

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97 grand cherokee electrical issue

My dashboard lights are starting to flicker. Any suggestions?

Dec 12, 2011 | 01:25 PM

rideordie66

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From: Arcata California

Year: 1996

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0

check the ground cable on the battery and look for places where its worn threw.

Dec 12, 2011 | 01:29 PM

johnbanghart

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From: lancaster Pa

Year: 1997 limited

Model: Grand Cherokee

Engine: 318 v8

i had the same issue in mine turned out it was the light switch i took it out and heated all the connections with my soldering iron and havent had a problem since was real easy to do too.

Dec 12, 2011 | 10:31 PM

CrazyMacaw

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From: N.E. Tennessee

Year: 1997

Model: Grand Cherokee

Engine: 4.0 w/K&N Intake

Try sliding the dimmer switch a few times, sometimes they get dust in them after years of service and develop a dirty dead spot.
If that doesn't do it then take johnbanghart's advice.