FlameRedXJ
NAXJA Forum User
- Location
- Ontario, Canada
Here goes my first post!
After completing some work on a high mileage 99 XJ, has 300,000 km, I am continuing to have problems during start up.
Six months ago the rig would not turn over at all due to a dirty Neutral Safety Switch, but after cleaning it has worked fine until 2 months ago.
PROBLEM: When I turn the key it sometimes starts immediately, but often strikes 5-6 times before turning over. Happens at different times when starting, after sitting outside all night and even after driving for hours on the highway.
Last week I replaced the battery (now has Optima Yellow Top), spark plugs, plug wires, new alternator cap, and a new starter motor was installed. A minor tune up was also completed. This has solved a near stall problem I had when accelerating off the lights, but the starting issue continues.
Any suggestions?
Thanks.
After completing some work on a high mileage 99 XJ, has 300,000 km, I am continuing to have problems during start up.
Six months ago the rig would not turn over at all due to a dirty Neutral Safety Switch, but after cleaning it has worked fine until 2 months ago.
PROBLEM: When I turn the key it sometimes starts immediately, but often strikes 5-6 times before turning over. Happens at different times when starting, after sitting outside all night and even after driving for hours on the highway.
Last week I replaced the battery (now has Optima Yellow Top), spark plugs, plug wires, new alternator cap, and a new starter motor was installed. A minor tune up was also completed. This has solved a near stall problem I had when accelerating off the lights, but the starting issue continues.
Any suggestions?
Thanks.
