Having problems turning over?

Tiny
HUNKYGILL
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  • 2011 DODGE DURANGO
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When I try to start my car in the morning it revs but doesn't turn over. I try to use my automatic start and it will turn over then shut off. Next I take out my push start button and insert my key and after 2-3 times it finally turn over. I have also noticed that my cruise control wont work. I got my battery tested it is fine.
Tuesday, August 13th, 2013 AT 6:26 AM

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Tiny
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Hello,

It sounds like you have a starter motor that is going out but to be sure here is a guide to confirm the failure.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/starter-not-working-repair

Hee is how you replace the starter in case you find using the guide it is the problem. Check out the diagrams (Below). Please let us know what you find. We are interested to see what it is. You will need to remove the engine mount.
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Tuesday, August 13th, 2013 AT 8:19 AM
Tiny
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I had this problem and had to replace the starter cost $134.00 back on the road
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Monday, November 11th, 2019 AT 6:40 PM
Tiny
SPAGETTI33MEATS
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I already replaced the fuel pump it did fine for a 2 weeks then has same problem and after sitting for awhile it started and I tapped the gas tank. What could it be or how do I figure out problem myself? Thank you Jim.
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Monday, November 11th, 2019 AT 6:42 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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First you have to determine if it really is the fuel pump. You should hear it hum for one second after turning on the ignition switch. If you do not hear it, cycle the ignition switch one or two more times. If it suddenly does start to run, the impeller is most likely starting to lock up due to microscopic debris in the gas tank. It's common for four or five replacement pumps to do that in a row. By that time the debris has been collected and the next one will be okay. The fix is to have the tank steam-cleaned at a radiator repair shop.

If you do hear the pump run for one second but the engine doesn't start, check for spark first. If spark is missing, the fuel pump won't run either during cranking.
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Monday, November 11th, 2019 AT 6:42 PM (Merged)
Tiny
DAVEALMAS68
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I went to start my durango and it didnt turn over and all it did was make a clicking noise and while turnig it over the only light on the dash was a little red dot. Lost all radio stations. Attempted to jump start it and nothing just the same clicking noise
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Monday, November 11th, 2019 AT 6:42 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Hi:
The clicking indicates a dead battery. If it wouldn't jump, your battery must be really dead or you didn't make a good enough connection.

Joe
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Monday, November 11th, 2019 AT 6:42 PM (Merged)
Tiny
SKYTUNES
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It started just fine this morning, turned the car off, then it would not turn back over. It Kept flashing the oil pressure sensor, replaced that. Now relays just keep tripping, so it will not even try to crank. Help please!
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Monday, November 11th, 2019 AT 6:42 PM (Merged)
Tiny
KEN L
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Hey SKYTUNES,

It sounds like you have a bad battery. I would check the oil level as well. Here is a guide to check the battery:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-battery-load-test

Please run this test and get back to us so we can continue helping you.

Best, Ken
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Monday, November 11th, 2019 AT 6:42 PM (Merged)
Tiny
KURBSIDEKILLA
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04 dodge durango with the hemi. The battery died and all day long she tried to start it an all it would do is make clicking noises until the battery was completely dead. She took the battery out an kept it out til the next morning. Charged battery. All lights come on but nothing happens start/coil good had it tested. Any ideas? Also we checked all fuses under the hood. Please Help ME!
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Monday, November 11th, 2019 AT 6:42 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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If the security light is not flashing when you are cranking it over try starting the truck and smack body of starter with a hammer if it starts it's the starter.

Here is a guide to help you.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-a-starter-motor

Here are diagrams to help you (below)

Please let us know what you find.

Cheers
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Monday, November 11th, 2019 AT 6:42 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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We had the starter tested it tested good, also b4 that we tried the hammer thing, cuz I thought the same thing. The battery isnt perfect but we did try to jump it with no luck. We are going over today an put the starter back in with a fully charged battery. Someone did tell me while I have the battery out to touch the pos/neg cables together for 30 sec's to reset the security system.
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Monday, November 11th, 2019 AT 6:42 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Can you try and start the car in neutral?
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Monday, November 11th, 2019 AT 6:42 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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We have replaced the starter relay. Well we went over, I put the starter back in, installed a new battery, tried to start it an we could hear that the starter was buzzing but not able to move like the engine was locked. So I loosened the starter thinking the teeth were not lined up right and she tried to bump the starter to turn the teeth a bit an the alarm sounded off now it wont let the starter even move. The manual can help us reset the security? Cuz thats what we're thinking is preventing it from starting all before I read your post about the neutral start. It was the gear shift position sensor that was out. All fixed now.
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Monday, November 11th, 2019 AT 6:42 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Having the same issue on same car, haven't messed with the starter. What worked for you kurbside?
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Monday, November 11th, 2019 AT 6:42 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Engine Performance problem
2003 Dodge Durango V8 Two Wheel Drive Automatic

I have a problem. The vehicle will turn over and over but will not crank.
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Monday, November 11th, 2019 AT 6:42 PM (Merged)
Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Have you checked if the engine is getting spark and fuel?
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Monday, November 11th, 2019 AT 6:42 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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I would follow this guide to see how to run a few simple tests

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-cranks-but-wont-start

Please let us know what you find.

Cheers
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Monday, November 11th, 2019 AT 6:42 PM (Merged)
Tiny
BRYANTK29
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I had a mechanic to look at it and he said it is not getting no fuel! Any solution?
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Monday, November 11th, 2019 AT 6:42 PM (Merged)
Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Do you know if there is pressure to the fuel rail?
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Monday, November 11th, 2019 AT 6:42 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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I dont have a clue. I am not with the car. I was reading the fuel pump is electric so maybe a fuse. The truck was getting hot and then the brakes where going away and then it got real hard to steer. Once it cool off and water was put in the car it would turn over and over but not crank
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