Key will turn all the way to crank position but will not start

Tiny
BRADFORD AUBREY
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  • 2002 JEEP LIBERTY
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 98,000 MILES
Original grey key. I can unlock ignition, turn to accessories on and then past to start position. All dash lights come on. Will not start. Please help.
Friday, August 18th, 2017 AT 10:39 AM

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Tiny
KEN L
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I think it is suppose to by a black key, is the security light flashing when you try to start it?

Pleas let me know
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Friday, August 18th, 2017 AT 4:09 PM
Tiny
STEVE W.
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First try stepping on the brake and put the trans in neutral and see if it will start, Wiggle the shifter a bit while holding the key. That will tell you if it's a neutral switch issue.

If nothing then have someone turn the key to start a few times while you listen and feel the starter relay in the PDC under the hood. If it is clicking on/off try swapping it with the spare (if it's still there, if not use the wiper high/low) If it starts now replace the relay. If not then it will be necessary to check the starter itself.

Which engine do you have the 4 or 6 and is this a Sport or Limited model? Wiring is a bit different.

98,000 miles huh, it's almost broke in, My 03 has 246,000 on it.
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Friday, August 18th, 2017 AT 10:55 PM

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