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Old 11-29-2014 | 03:20 PM
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I have a 1995 jeep cherokee and last night the headlights won't work. Park lights work and turn signals and when I pull on the multifunction switch the headlights work briefly but will not stay on. Any suggestions ?
Old 11-29-2014 | 04:18 PM
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Probably time for a new headlight switch. It was a cheap and easy fix on my 98
Old 11-29-2014 | 04:23 PM
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FYI there is a small metal button on the switch that when pushed will release the ****.
Old 11-29-2014 | 09:33 PM
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Thanks thats where i will start then. just wasn't sure if there was a relay that was causing it.
Old 11-29-2014 | 11:00 PM
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The XJ headlight circuits actully don't have any relays. This is the leading cause of headlight switch failure. It's a really good idea to add one - the Writeups section here has a couple of guides on how to do so. Improve your safety and reliability for $30! Can't go wrong! (more light output and no more failed headlight switches)
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