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The most common reason for the XJ Cherokee to turn over and not start running is a faulty Crankshaft Position Sensor (CPS) on the transmission bell housing. Search the internet or some of the Jeep specific forums, there are instructions for testing the CPS.

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Q: Why would your 97 Jeep Cherokee turn over but not start?
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