2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser Wont Start randomly

2001 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER
120,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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CJ68
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Hi there!
Randomly when you go to turn the key nothing happens. At this point only jump starting it will work.

Steps taken
Replaced the battery 5 months ago... load tested the battery ok
Checked the voltage when car is running over
14 volts (means alternator is charging)
Replaced the starter

Could run for a few days then randomly not start.

Please help..starting to go insane...
Nov 1, 2010 at 11:03 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Inspect and test the starter relay and the ignition switch.
Dec 20, 2016 at 5:53 PM
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CJ68
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Thank you for responding. I forgot to tell you before I did swap the relays around the starter & the horn relay since they both had the same number stamped on them. I will take the instrument bezel off now to check the starter switch. How do i do this, am i checking voltage when the switch is in the on position. (12v) ?
Thank you again
Dec 20, 2016 at 5:53 PM
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