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Mar 27, 2018 | 08:10 AM

Michael12573

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Model: Cherokee(SJ)

i have no idea whats wrong

Okay so I own a 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overlander, just got it and the battery is fairly new and this happened twice, the engine doesn't turn over all the lights turn on and the radio goes on but i just don't know whats wrong

Apr 1, 2018 | 03:58 PM

TJ Johnson

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From: South Congaree, SC

Year: 2001

Model: Grand Cherokee

Engine: 4.0 L6

First thoroughly check your electrical connector/connections, starting with the battery.
Work your way out to the components. (I mean REALLY look at them, check for the creeping crud=oxidation,broken strands) This eliminate a common issue with our jeeps.
When you do that, the next is to check your ignition relay.
I'm telling you this so you don't go chasing gremlins like I did, replacing components that were good over a crappy connector problem!

Apr 4, 2018 | 11:59 AM

97grand4.0

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From: syracuse ny

Year: 1997 230,000 miles

Model: Grand Cherokee (ZJ)

Engine: 4.0, new lifters valve job with new springs and exhaust valves, preload set with shims

Try starting it in Neutral.

Apr 4, 2018 | 03:17 PM

Peter1969

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From: Daphne, AL

Year: 2000

Model: Grand Cherokee(WJ)

Engine: 4.7 V8

Does it make a single click sound when you try to turn it over? The previous post makes sense. I ended up changing the starter as I was in a parking lot when it happened. $125 for a tow or $150 to take a chance and change starter. That solved it. Advanced was in same parking lot, and had tools on me. I could always return it if it didn’t work. Hope this helps