1997 Dodge Caravan wont start

1997 DODGE CARAVAN
130,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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GERILEE101
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Theres about 32000.00 miles on a new engine. Anyway I turn the key and it just cranks but wont catch(start). Sounds like it wants to but it just doesnt get a spark or something please help. Thank you
Oct 13, 2009 at 7:09 PM
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BMRFIXIT
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check for spark
check for fuel
check fuses and relays
with key on engine off do you have check engine light on
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Oct 13, 2009 at 7:46 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Lets do below to get a basic idea of the fuel and ignition system

Get a helper disconnect a sparkplug wire or 2 and ground it to the engine -have helper crank engine over-do you have a snapping blue spark? If so-you have a fuel related problem, check the fuel pressure to rule out the fuel filter/fuel pump/pressure regulator and listen to the injector/s are they pulsing or hook up a noid light. No snapping blue spark continue to troubleshoot the ignition system-power input to the coil/coil packs,coil's resistances,distributor pick-up coil, ignition control module, cam and crank sensors and computer Note: If it doesn't apply disregard it
Oct 13, 2009 at 7:47 PM
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