I have a 1997 jeep tj .Wont start ,cranks over .No dash lights like gas gauge or even a odometer..or engine light..Ive been scratching my head for days ..loosing hair now..

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Asked by martyman Oct 09, 2012 at 02:06 PM about the 1997 Jeep Wrangler SE

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

1997 jeep tj ..cranks over but wont start .no spark, no dash lights or engine check light..battery good.

3 Answers

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check your PCM fuse under the hood. i had the the same problem in my 97 jeep ZJ i traced it down the the downstream o2 sensor the wire were hanging on drive shaft.

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Definitely electrical issue... Jeep wranglers commonly have issues with loose wires and grounds not having good connection.

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