Ignition problem

1997 JEEP CHEROKEE
285,000 MILES • 4.0L • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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SHAUNL
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When I turn the key to start my ignition nothing happens. It feels like the switch is slipping or not engaging properly. Any ideas on how to fix this problem would be appreciated. Thanks.
Aug 30, 2016 at 5:36 AM
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HMAC300
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check to see if power coming from switch if it doesn' t feel right if it does then check relay etc.probel yellow wire from ignition switch then follow chart for different color wires to check as well as relay
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Aug 30, 2016 at 7:42 AM
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