1986 Jeep CJ-7 mileage: 193,000. My problem is this, my jeep stopped running and I don't have a lot of cash to spend on fixing it right now. I'm thinking that there is something wrong with the wiring. The motor turns but it will not start (fire). I replaced the coil because it was not sparking and checked all the wires for flow of current and compared the pathways to a Haynes manual wiring diagram. Everything looks like it should work but it doesn't. I have never messed with the timing but I am beginning to think that may be the problem.

 

Check to see if the timing belt has failed. If you are unable to observe the camshaft while cranking the engine, a compression check will tell you if there is a problem.

 

Thanks Bikespot