Starting problem?
 

Hey,I have a perplexing problem I'm sure one of you guys can help. In order to start my Jeep, I have to turn the key halfway until I hear a buzzing underneath the dash, right under the steering column. It seems to be priming, I know there's a relay there and what looks like 2 silver globes to the right of it. The only way to get it started is to let this buzz for about a minute, otherwise the engine won't turn over. I want to get it fixed but want to know what I'm dealing with first.
Jason

Re: Starting problem?
 

This isn't helping you a bit , but , when I had and was on my Astro/Safari Van site that I owned for 32 years they helped me a lot. As I'm so new to this site but not new to Jeepin' there is someone here that will help you. Another "but"...I had a brand new 1978...CJ-7...and a brand new 1979 CJ-5 the 7 I didn't like...A LOT

Re: Starting problem?
 

i've heard of this happening a lot with the 99-01 models as well. i turn my key on before starting it anyway, but there is no buzz. i forget what the problem actually was with those models to cause this.. i'll try to find it.

good luck

Re: Starting problem?
 

Will it turn over before the minute is up? if so i'd say mybe fuel pump or a bad fuel pump relay. If u can't turn it over with the switch, i would say the switch its self or a starter relay. Did u check your fuel or spark to see if they are o.k?