'96 XJ Electrical problem

Jul 23, 2003 2 Replies

My '96 XJ has developed a nasty habit of blowing the fuse for all the gages. (fuse #17) If I replace the fuse, all is well for a day or so, then no gages.



Since I will soon need to refuel (I think) I figure it might be time to check it out.



I have no data, but figure that most of the sensors are single wire grounding type, so the short must be in the feed harness to the instrument cluster. Any ideas where to start?



My sub-standard copy of the Haynes manual has a dismal diagram, so I was hoping that someone here may have either another brand, or better yet a factory service manual to either scan, or sell to me.


Thanks!



Tom


The Ox (Oxide) '86 CJ7, 258 I6, 4 spd, 3" Lift, 33x12.5 BFG's '96 XJ PMS '01 ZJ TS



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I have a factory manual for the '96 XJ that I could scan for you. Let me know

That would be great! I will followup via E-mail

Thanks!

Tom

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