2000 Jeep Cherokee starting car

2000 JEEP CHEROKEE
130,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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SUZUPIS
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My batery died the other day (I left a light on). I tried to jump the vehicle, but it wouldn't start. The engine would turn over, but only run for as long as I held down the gas pedal. What would cause this?
May 16, 2009 at 1:10 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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If your battery was completely dead, you need to get it recharged. When the battery is disconnected or dead, the computer may require a relearn period of time to work correctly again.

Try recharging the battery fully and drive the vehicle (if it is safe to) for 8 or 10 miles. Let me know if this helps.

Joe
May 17, 2009 at 7:52 AM
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