2001 Jeep Laredo I think my Jeep is possessed!

Tiny
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  • 2001 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDO
  • 6 CYL
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 73,000 MILES
I got a call from my neighbor a while back and she said my headlights and taillights kept coming on and turning off. She called to ask me if I was playing around with my keyless entry pad. I told her that I wasn't and went outside to take a look. They would come on for a minute or two then shut off then repeat itself again. The vehicle was turned off and there were no keys in the ignition. About a month after that a co-worker called me and said she saw my Jeep in the parking lot and the lights kept going on and off. Last week I left my car at my aunts house while we went out of town for the day and when we came back my lights were on. Then again last night I looked out the window and the lights were on. Does anyone know what what could be causing this? I'm thinking maybe there is a short somewhere?
Saturday, September 12th, 2009 AT 7:16 PM

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Tiny
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Does the vehicle have a factory security system or aftermarket one?
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Monday, November 9th, 2009 AT 10:53 AM
Tiny
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It has a factory alarm system.

Also, since I posted my question I have stopped keeping my headlight switch on auto. I don't know if it's coincidence but ever since I did that I have not noticed the problem nor have I received any phone calls from anyone saying it was happening.

Do you think there could maybe a short in the sensor that activates the headlights when it's on auto?
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Monday, November 9th, 2009 AT 5:37 PM
Tiny
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Yes the two could be related. Chances are the security system is causing the problem. However, the only place that can check it are a dealer. They have the proper equipment to test the system.
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Monday, November 9th, 2009 AT 6:59 PM
Tiny
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Thank You!
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Monday, November 9th, 2009 AT 7:03 PM
Tiny
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Let me know the outcome if you take it to the dealer.

Take care,

Joe
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Monday, November 9th, 2009 AT 7:24 PM

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