Doesn't even crank. Jump start won't work. Voltage meter on the dashboard displays normal voltage (12+). Hasn't happened before. Is it because of bad starter?
93 Cherokee Country won't start. Code 12. Any idea?
Dec 16, 2007
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Code 12 could mean the battery was recently disconnected:
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So, first check and cleanall your connections. Then determine if you can hear the starter solenoidclick making it's connect, if not that could be your problem. A Real battertester would read at least thirteen volts, and an alternator charging atleast thirteen and a half volts. God Bless America, Bill O|||||||O mailto: snipped-for-privacy@billhughes.com
Rarely is that the case. More likely the voltage isnt getting to the starter solenoid. Tried the old Sears screwdriver trick across the solenoid?
Code 12 isn't very important unless it's surround by a bunch of others.
No crank usually indicates a dead starter solinoid (think big ass relay) But it can indicate a bad neutral safety switch, try starting in N. Also in line is the starter relay, swap with the AC or Fog relay
I only have the 93ZJ book, the electrics should be similar.
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