XJ electrical weirdness

Tdsigmon

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Lincolnton
Probably something simple. Issue is my gauges and radio have completely went out on me. Not a big deal because I drive less than a 1/8 mile to work everyday, but its annoying.

So issues:
  • Gauges are not working at all
  • If I wiggle my ignition key the check gauges, park brake and check engine light all come on depending on how its positioned
  • On rare occasion, usually after a good washing my radio, windows, a/c, and interior lights will go out, but only for a while.

I've checked the fuses but really I'm not sure where to go from here, any suggestions are appreciated:beer:
 
Poor cluster connection, bad ignition switch, check all connectors for corrosion.
What year? 97 or newer I assume since 96 and earlier did not have a check gages light.
 
It's a 98, sorry for the vagueness.
I guess if works off for tommorow I'll start pulling dash apart for the cluster and doing some digging for the ignition. Thanks for the reply
 
Also make sure you don't have any wires for the radio shorting out. A lot of times people leave the orange wire hanging around back there cause it's usually of no use. If it shorts out it can cause things similar to what you're describing.
 
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