1999 Jeep XJ Ignition Lock Cylinder - a Catch-22

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  • Опубліковано 10 вер 2024
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    Replacing the ignition lock cylinder on a 1999 Jeep Cherokee XJ
    “Orr would be crazy to fly more missions and sane if he didn't, but if he was sane, he had to fly them. If he flew them, he was crazy and didn't have to; but if he didn't want to, he was sane and had to.” -Joseph Heller, Catch-22
    I am not a mechanic, but I do enjoy working on my own vehicles. These videos are intended for general information and guidance. Do your own homework and research before attempting any auto repair. Always consult a professional when in doubt.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 24

  • @josephmatthews5529
    @josephmatthews5529 5 місяців тому +2

    Great video. Very helpful. Thanks!

    • @swatscorner
      @swatscorner  5 місяців тому

      Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!

  • @usalbert
    @usalbert 25 днів тому +1

    Awesome! Worked for me thanks

  • @patriot72
    @patriot72 Рік тому +2

    Dealing with the same issue on our 99 XJ. I ordered the Dorman part today. Should be here Friday! Thanks for the video! God bless!

    • @swatscorner
      @swatscorner  Рік тому +1

      You’re welcome! It was such an easy fix once I saw the video about the hammer!

  • @jessem9816
    @jessem9816 Рік тому +2

    Thanks for this, worked great. A thing that’s critical and not super clear from the instructions is using the key to put the XJ in run, removing old cylinder BEFORE using the key to set the new Dorman cylinder. Not a problem if you have an extra key but if you don’t 😬

    • @swatscorner
      @swatscorner  Рік тому

      Yeah, I was not able to turn the key in the ignition until hitting it with a hammer. Thanks for the clarification and thanks for watching!!

  • @armandosiciliani4634
    @armandosiciliani4634 8 місяців тому +1

    Thank you sir bc it wasn't working for me either and I saw you flip it and keep going and I'm in stuck thanks for the video!

  • @goddyvern
    @goddyvern 4 місяці тому +1

    It worked

  • @dimitriperivoliotis3500
    @dimitriperivoliotis3500 7 місяців тому +1

    I Have A 2000 Jeep Cherokee Had The Same Issue Key Would Not Turn So I Didn't Have A Hammer Handy Or A Screwdriver I Did Find A Misc.LugNut Hit The Back Of My Key 5 Times With It & It Cranked Over.....🤣🤣🤣THANKS!!!!!

    • @swatscorner
      @swatscorner  7 місяців тому

      Awesome! Glad it worked!

  • @TheRedneckJarhead34429
    @TheRedneckJarhead34429 8 місяців тому +1

    Thanks for the video. The hammer thing worked to get her started so I could at least get her home. (I guessed banged it with my first though haha). Saved me the cost of a tow.

    • @swatscorner
      @swatscorner  8 місяців тому

      That’s great! Glad it helped you!!

  • @alexxgaming7044
    @alexxgaming7044 3 місяці тому +1

    Hey man. Hope you doing well. This happened to me today and also the key cant be pulled out. Where did you get that new socket and is it valid with all the jeep keys?. Mine is a 4 door 2000 jeep cherokee XJ limited 2.5 Turbo diesel

    • @swatscorner
      @swatscorner  3 місяці тому

      Got this at the parts store, and it should fit any Jeep with this type of ignition lock cylinder. I wouldn’t think type of engine would matter. www.oreillyauto.com/detail/c/dorman-oe-solutions/ignition---tune-up/ignition-lock-cylinder/7f728fbed9c8/dorman-oe-solutions-chrome-ignition-lock-cylinder/doe0/924784

  • @theamericanopry
    @theamericanopry 2 місяці тому +1

    Hit the key several times, think it's stuck between on and off, and that might be why it's not working. Does anyone know what to do now. My windows are stuck down. Do I need to replace the entire ignition?

    • @swatscorner
      @swatscorner  2 місяці тому

      Hope you got it sorted. I was lucky to be able to get this one out!

  • @tro8p
    @tro8p 7 місяців тому +1

    Did you use the same key? I thought you would need it cut

    • @swatscorner
      @swatscorner  7 місяців тому

      Same key! The lock cylinder is “keyed” or programmed to your original key by turning it in the cylinder a couple times.

  • @user-mz3zc3ss8s
    @user-mz3zc3ss8s 9 місяців тому +1

    Where did you get the oem key I’m needing to do this to my 98 xj

    • @swatscorner
      @swatscorner  8 місяців тому

      I ordered online. Have done it a couple times. Something like this parts.mopargenuineparts.com/oem-parts/mopar-key-4746316