Help 88 wrangler will not start

[joshyboii]

i have an 88 wrangler what happens is i will turn it over n it will start n fire but as soon as the key goes back from start it turns off i am baffled and dont now what to do please someone tell me what i need to do

 

[PoliceMonkey161]

Where to begin? If I understand what you are describing?...... First, I would check that I have power to the coil/distributor when the key is in the “ON” position. Next, check that you are actually getting fuel. Has your engine been converted to an electric fuel pump? If so, the symptoms you are describing are consistent with a wiring problem with the “N/O” circuit.

 

[superj]

i think you have an issue along the key switch (ignition switch) area on the section also. you will need at a minimum, a test light, to verify power at the wires.

 

[69jeepcj]

I think you need a new ignition switch. as said above, test for power.

 

[joshyboii]

its getting gas bcause it fires and runs but when the key goes back from start it turns off as if i turned it off even though its in the on position. and were to i test for power at?

 

[PoliceMonkey161]

Assuming you have a stock ignition (non-HEI), the positive side of the coil with key in the "ON" position.