Steering Column Electrical

[DHARVEY-JKUR]

So for a few months I've had flickering lights on my dash. I noticed that if I play with the turn signal arm I can often get it to come back to full brightness, or cause it to flicker on demand.

I started the Jeep the other day, and the windshield wipers were on... steady/low. I tried to turn them off, but the switch was already in the off position. I pulled the fuse to stop the wipers, but when I was driving it I realized that NONE of my steering column controls... blinkers, wipers, cruise control... are working.

And advice, or experiences similar that you've resolved?

I also noticed, upon lifting the hood, that the woven metal strap (appears to be a grounding strap) is severely worn... still together, but corroded and attached only on the edges. Anyone think this might be the issue? I plan on replacing the strap ASAP, but want to figure out the other issues as well.

 

[Danarch]

Can’t say it is causing the issues, but yes it needs to be replaced and the first place to start. Also clean both battery terminals. bad ground can cause a lot of issues.

 

[BLACKJKU]

Bad grounds is a good place to start with, clean the battery clamps and make sure they are tight. There are grounds on the inside along the sides under the dash. A foot could have broken one off pretty easy.