1997 Jeep Laredo Bad ignition switch

1997 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDO
196,000 MILES • 4.0L • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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LARRYPALMER
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Cranks but wont run sometimes, on/off instrument lights, runs good when runs, computer, coil, plugs,cap&rotor, vacuum,all good. suspect is bad ignition switch. Can I hot wire ignition to test circuit? Is there a way?
Dec 11, 2015 at 5:11 PM
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HMAC300
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no don't hotwire try resetting security system first. then check wiring harness at rear of engine to see if it has worn through. that is a problem with older jeeps with 4.0L. it's by the stud in head.
Dec 12, 2015 at 11:30 AM
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