Engine will not turn over

Tiny
COLTON ROSS
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  • 2008 CHEVROLET UPLANDER
  • 3.9L
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 235,000 MILES
Hello, I replaced that starter that went out, then I found out alternator was bad so then that got rebuilt same as starter. After that I also got a new battery to ensure that would eliminate all of the issue. Got it all back together. It cranked over and ran for about 10 minutes during this time the "battery saver active" came on, then went off again a few minutes later. Short after van just completely shut off and will not even crank back over now. I have full power it shows but not doing anything. Any suggestions? I'm going nuts.
Monday, September 28th, 2020 AT 10:41 AM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
  • MECHANIC
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Hi,

When you say it won't do anything, do you mean the starter will no longer engage? If so, is there any sounds you hear when you turn the key to the start position?

I attached a couple pics below. Confirm the fuses are good that I indicated. Also, confirm the starter relay is good. Last, there is a wire that runs from the starter to the alternator. It is a red wire with a black tracer. It is a fusible link. Check to see if there is power to that wire at the alternator.

Here are a couple links you may find helpful:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-a-car-fuse

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

Let me know what you find.

Joe
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Monday, September 28th, 2020 AT 5:01 PM

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