1989 Jeep Cherokee jeep engine problems

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JAKE1990
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when i turn the key on the jeep there is a grinding noise
Mar 12, 2010 at 11:34 AM
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CJ MEDEVAC
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If you mean......when the key is in the STARTING position-----it grinds.......If you mean ON position disreguard my answer below.

You may either need a new starter (preferred fix)

Or your flywheel teeth have a undesired problem

I am betting on the starter.

Love, Turddog
Mar 12, 2010 at 12:14 PM
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