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You need a new battery. The same exact problem just happened to me in my 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The computer in the vehicle wont let it run unless it is getting a high amount of voltage from the battery. When you replace the battery, the problem should be fixed.

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Q: Why does your 2001 jeep Cherokee start but not stay running unless you keep your foot on the gas pedal?
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