2000 Dodge Intrepid Overheating and now Dead

2000 DODGE INTREPID
100,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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TWICEINALIFETIME.LUNA
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I was having problem with my the engine of my Dodge Intrepid overheating... It went on for a few days and I tended to the coolant system respectfully, but one day, I came to a stop in traffic at an intersection and it died... It hasn't turned on since. Coolant is still in the tank, and when I try to start the engine. I don't even hear the ignition.
May 31, 2010 at 12:21 AM
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BLUELIGHTNIN6
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is the engine cranking over at all or just getting a click when you try to crank?
May 31, 2010 at 12:27 AM
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TWICEINALIFETIME.LUNA
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I am hearing absolutely nothing when I turn the key in the ignition...
May 31, 2010 at 12:28 AM
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BLUELIGHTNIN6
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check your fuses. are the headlights, radio etc.. working?
May 31, 2010 at 12:45 AM
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I opened her up again today in hopes of stumbling across the answer. I did in fact check the fuses and they all looked functional after close observation.
May 31, 2010 at 12:47 AM
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and the electrical systems, are they working?
May 31, 2010 at 12:49 AM
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I did not check the above mentioned... i.e. radio.

However, I do know that the power locks are working...
May 31, 2010 at 12:51 AM
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BLUELIGHTNIN6
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seems as though ignition switch may failed, will need to have charging system and starter tested
May 31, 2010 at 12:52 AM
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