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1998 Dodge Caravan Repair Question


Topics covered: Battery, Starter, Battery terminals.
Mileage: 256,000 miles.

Asked on September 1, 2012

Why did my starter suddenly stop working

I tried to start my vehicle after work it turned over started and shutdown. it did this three times when i tried it the fourth time nothing happened not even a click and everything else has power even the fuel pump.
Avatar Asked by patrickwhite

Answer

Replied on September 1, 2012

Try a jump start and see if it works.

Ensure the security system is not triggered. It can occur when the battery is weak or you have a poor connections ate the battery terminals and repeated cranking would cause it to do so.

Starters can fail without warning. Give the starter some knocking with a mallet to see if it works.

Tiny Answered by KHLow2008 (expert)
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