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2006 Chrysler Town and Country Repair Question


Topics covered: Engine, Engine damage, Gas.
Mileage: 17,600 miles.

Asked on June 25, 2012

What do i need to do to get it started?

2006 Town & Country 3.3L stopped running as oil completely drained. Refilled the oil but still wont start
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Replied on June 25, 2012

Mean stoped running you checked oil it was empty?

Tiny Answered by Docfixit (expert)
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Replied on June 25, 2012

Why do you ask?

Tiny Response from Runner 68
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Replied on June 25, 2012

Well if it ran out of oil then there will be major engine damage

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Replied on June 25, 2012

I didn't check the oil level. I just know that it was leaking oil because the oil filter was not put on properly. As I was driving it the oil warning light came on. Sadly, I made the mistake of continuing to drive the van thinking I was close to the house I will check it when I got home. I didn't make it to the house. The engine just stopped running a 1/8 of a mile from the house. I thought I might have run out of gas. But even after adding gas it wouldnt start. I got it towed to my house. After some checking I noticed the oil filter was loose that must have cause the oil mess under the car. I refilled the oil and made sure the filter was tight. But it still would not start.

Tiny Response from Runner 68
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Replied on June 25, 2012

What can I do to get it started?

Tiny Response from Runner 68
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Replied on June 26, 2012

most likely will have to replace the otor as you have done major engine damage

Roy

Tiny Answered by ASEMaster6371 (expert)
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Replied on June 26, 2012

Are saying I have to replace the whole engine? If so, can you give an estimated cost of parts n labor?

Tiny Response from Runner 68
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Replied on June 27, 2012

yes and if you use a used motor, 2200-2500 new is about 5000

Roy

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