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Question
Kevin
I have a 1985 AMC CJ7 which I am slowly attemtping to restore.
I was working on the radio today, and substituted the power supply from the lighter for the radio.
Suddenly, the fuel gage and temp gages stopped working and now the jeep doesnt turn over.
Is there a relationship beteen the fuel gage and the actual starting of the engine ?
Jeff
No. A bad fuel gauge should not cause the engine not to start. I would check for a blown fusible link near the solenoid, battery or in the starting system. I do not have a wiring diagram for Jeeps, but one would give you a better idea of where the fusible links are located.
Once you locate them, use a Voltmeter to do a Voltage drop test on the fusible links. Let me know if you are unfamilier with performing a Voltage drop and I'll walk you through it.
Kevin
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Kevin Pilotte
Expertise
I can answer many technical questions relating to AMC vehicles prior to 1979. I also have experience with Rambler & Nash vehicles.
Experience
I am a former AMC technician, service writer and service manager. I have worked in AMC dealers in Illinois in the 70's. After college, I was a Field Service Rep for American Motors Sales Corporation, working out of the Chicago Zone office. I traveled to AMC dealers assisting in the diagnosis and repair of AMC vehicles. I was also the Area Training Manager for DeLorean Motor Company. I have 10+ years as an Automotive Instructor. I have modified and restored
numerous AMC vehicles. I have been working on AMC vehicles for over 30 years.
Organizations
I have been an ASE Certified Master Technician since 1975. This includes L1. I am also currently a Toyota Certified Master Diagnostic Technician.
Publications
I have articles in "American Motoring", the official publication of the American Motors Owners Association. They are the largest AMC club in the world.
Education/Credentials
I have a certificate I printed out from a website.
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