In this video I look at a Jeep Liberty that was dragged in with a no crank condition. It came from a local shop and they had made the call on the ignition switch. Let's have a quick look before slamming any parts on it. -Enjoy!
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49 thoughts on “Jeep liberty: no start / no crank”
  1. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars brian truax says:

    02 jeep liberty limited edition..just clicks once when you turn the key n will not start..Has a reman starter on it..So I'm going g to try this n see if that's the problem..Thanks 4 your video

  2. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Kevin Casey says:

    Great job! This saved me big time! 2007 jeep liberty. Thanks

  3. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars littyup2-bih says:

    Still don't t

  4. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Christian Leal says:

    Did you remember what was the part number for the replacement? I'm having the exact same problem and I'm not in the US. Don't even know ho to call that piece.

  5. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Dave Brosius says:

    No matter how broken a car is the key switch binger always works

  6. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars 666morello says:

    big thanks watching anything 3.7 liberty

  7. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Miguel Mejia says:

    thank you sir for the help you gave

  8. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars ะฎะปะธั ะ›ะธั‚ะพัˆ says:

    Hello everyone. I need your help very badly.. my Liberty 2012 stoped while driving and it wonโ€™t startโ€ฆ changed battery, alternator, starterโ€ฆ nothing. The code was B212C and mechanic said need to change TIPM fuse box. Change it and still nothing. We have no idea what is the problem. It make some cranking noise in the fuse box when starting it but not doing anything else after. Please any suggestions???? Thank you. ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿ™

  9. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Daddyoh says:

    Nice job Eric.!!!!

  10. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars M9 Ovich says:

    This is what I did to get My 02 to start jumping the relay.
    You have to back feed the PCM with 12vdc at the relay socket with the key in the run position ,

    The PCM needs to see a Start signal from the ignition switch.

    Jump the relay socket to get the starter motor turning and at the same time I use a power probe to send power back down the relay coil terminal that comes from the Ignition Switch, Starts every time..

    Mike M.

  11. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Jesus Nuรฑez says:

    My jeep didn't want to turn back on and this video helped us find out it had the same problem thank you sir

  12. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Bruno Dul says:

    2008 jeep grand Cherokee diesel where is transmission control module location

  13. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars gordo SR says:

    My jeep starts but sometimes you turn key and there is nothing

  14. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars gordo SR says:

    What year jeep are you working on

  15. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars gordo SR says:

    Yes I have the same problem I think replaced ignition switch starter relay and starter after viewing this video have to get that part you installed but my jeep is a Libirty 2012

  16. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Randal Davis says:

    i have kind of the same issue, but mine is more ground issue. when i done a motor swap, i didnt get the ground from battery to block . Now i am racking my brain trying to figure out what the bolt size is that i can use to get the ground cable connected back to the block. I lost my stud bolt and lost the location were the damn thing would go. i read on line it behind the oil filter, but gave nothnig on a bolt size , thread or lentgh of blolt .. Can you help ..

  17. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Michael Oliveira says:

    Awesome video…just diagnosed exactly the same issue. Thanks ๐Ÿ˜Š

  18. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars mrxkyle22x says:

    Hey Eric I have the same issue but Iโ€™m not sure what the part is called. Do you by chance know or a part number?
    Thanks

  19. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Don says:

    great video. thanks you. what was the part number?

  20. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Guy Morton says:

    Handy video as my KJ has just done the same thing. Wife got into trouble driving home. I jumped in to turn key & dashboard lights start flashing & blinking & no start. So, looks like new part needed. Though not stripped out yet.

  21. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Bj Emrick says:

    What is the exact name of the part u replaced?

  22. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars tibonomme says:

    So โ€ฆ what was the faulty part ?
    Need to Know for someone who has a non starting jeeep liberty 2010 for 2 montes

  23. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars thriftyali save says:

    Hey Eric 2012 lefty is just clicking, I put a new battery in it, a shop put a new fuel pump in it, is a bad starter??

  24. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars thriftyali save says:

    Hey Eric great video, it's nice to have a good helper. I have a friends 2012 jeep liberty that has had a mechanic shop put 3 fuel pumps in, they killed her battery left her with a 500 dollar bill and the car just clicks when you try to start. I just replaced the battery with a new one. Everything turns on ok. So do u think it's the starter. Do I do a by pass from the start in the fuse box? Please let me know thx

  25. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Matt Haught says:

    Had this exact problem in my 2003 Jeep Liberty – I was able to get it home by bypassing the starter relay but only right after the key was in run position. The part was about $60 and every parts store had it in stock. Thanks this saved me.

  26. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Chip Johnson says:

    No offense to you, but this was the most infuriating video to watch in a while. 36 minutes long and uncut ( for the most part ) and I honestly don't think you stopped talking the entire time. Some of it not even relevant. It's like you couldn't stand no sound, so you talked to yourself the entire time, but recorded it and posted it on YouTube. This could've been 10 minutes long; 15 tops.

  27. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars JeffreyJames Halvorson says:

    I was able to jump the starter relay and make mine turn over, but would not run so I knew it was not the starter

  28. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Bismarck San Diego says:

    Mister O … Have you ever popped an air bag ?

  29. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Doug Dileo says:

    that was great i think this is my problem…very informative video

  30. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Rocky Nix says:

    Now that we got it hot wired … Let's go to Walt Disney world and Rob it with the DeWalt .

  31. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Rick Whelpley says:

    I'd like to see you do a video on the effect of aftermarket parts for Jeep/Dodge, when it comes time for the computer to acknowledge the new part. The 08 Liberty comes to mind. Standard Products makes the cheap EGR but now I'm wondering is the Mopar EGR the answer or is a dealer flashing…either way I know you like to talk OEM parts and was wondering what your thoughts were

  32. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Michel Comiot says:

    Yesterday this came up on my feed – watched with interest, never encountered this problem before – had Jeeps for 30 years. This morning my Liberty (Cherokee here in UK) would not start, or crank – opened it up to find it was exactly the same piece broken as this video – seriously spooked !

  33. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Mitch Hawkins says:

    ๐Ÿ‘

  34. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars craftchest says:

    Thanks! Came in clutch.

  35. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars fefe fefe says:

    I showed my husband this video and I'm glad i did…because my car is now working. Thanks for taking the time to post for those willing to learn… Greatly appreciated!!!!

  36. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars roe151 says:

    Your video was on point! I followed your instructions to the T and I was surprised to see the piece of metal drop to the floor just like in your video. That was nice because I knew right away what the problem was. Thank you, you saved me a bunch of money. The part cost me a hundred dollars and about an hours time. If anyone has this problem, first make sure your battery is good, test your starter and then this video.

  37. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Joe Perez says:

    My 2005 Liberty Renegade don`t start too, Is not the battery or the starter. I don`t know if is for the same reason but, If I don`t have the tools and skill to do that, what is the best place to go and check and fix something like that?. Thanks for the info.

  38. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Robert Cool says:

    THANK YOU!! I have the same vehicle (just purchased it), with the exact same problem. I was prepared to go ahead and try to change the neutral safety switch which is up inside the transmission and a horrible job. But thanks to your video I was able to diagnose the problem (by finding no power to the blue and pink wire). My problem is actually the cylinder not turning all the way to start but it makes no difference, without your video I would have been completely lost. I can now drive the vehicle, starting it with a screwdriver, until I get a new key and lock cylinder set. So thank you so much your videos are not only informative, they are highly entertaining as well. As soon as I get a few extra bucks I will definitely order a hat. So again thank you.

  39. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Peyton Wilson says:

    What was the name of the part you had to replace

  40. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Jay the Drummer says:

    such a mess, im going through it now,2003 liberty, just take it slow. dont use a sledge!!! i tried that avenue LOL

  41. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Shane Barton says:

    So what exactly was the part called you replaced? Thanks fir the video!

  42. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars James Yeager says:

    Excellent video! I feared I had the same issue and bought the part needed and some safety torx bits, and about a half hour later, she runs again. I knew exactly what I needed to do from watching your video. Same occurred with me, as soon as I popped off the ignition switch, a piece of metal had fallen to the floor off the end of the actuator pin. Thanks a million!

  43. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Delekham says:

    Personally, you can erase many codes by just disconnecting the Neg battery post. This NOT recommended by me as some codes are very important. As an example.
    I had a Thermostat problem. All I had to do was shut the vehicle down and the problem was solved! BUT my MSG board was showing all kinds kinds of problems. I turned off the vehicle and everything was good. I did replace the Thermostat later (once I got it).
    Now I have a No Crank/No Start issue. I get power to lights/flashers. I am going to be ripped off! I know it. IT is going to be something STUPID! Like a Ground!

  44. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars TL Stanbro says:

    Erick knows where his tools are unlike most of us and me,,Donโ€™t try to tell your wife to find something in the garage youโ€™ll lose her for a month๐Ÿ˜‚๐Ÿ˜‚๐Ÿ˜‚

  45. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Rebecca T says:

    Please help, have a 2012 jeep liberty sport. My car won't start. Computer said electronic throttle control, replaced it still nothing. Now computer mentions OEM engine module,and P0513 invalid skim key. Car ran fine on my way to work that day, wouldn't start. Any suggestions?

  46. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Chase Blair says:

    What was the part called?

  47. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars THOMAS PHILLIPS says:

    awesome I own my shop 21 years been in for over all 42 love it

  48. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Shunsuke Akagi says:

    I opened the ignition system according your procedure. I did not find any problem and then put it back. It worked great somehow. I did not find any broken part. I wonder why it did not start but it starts now so I guess its all good now.

  49. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars JZam says:

    I HAVE A 2005 JEEP LIBERTY MY CAR HAVE THE SEEM PROBLEM BUT IT ONLY DOES IT VERY REARLY WHAT WILL BE THE SOLUCION AND THE CAR HAS A NEW STARTER

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