2003 Dodge Caravan Engine won't start

Tiny
FRANKIEBF27
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  • 2003 DODGE CARAVAN
  • 6 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 102,006 MILES
I turn the key in the ignition switch and all I can hear is the starter relay in the fuse box making a single click noise but I don't hear the starter turning or any other noise. I discarted a possible battery problem because everything inside the van works just fine; The radio, the lights, the horn, etc. And it's also holding the charge. Is very strange because the day before my vehicle was working fine and it was fully operational. What could be the cause of this problem?
Monday, December 29th, 2008 AT 7:03 PM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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  • 110,182 POSTS
Hi:
When this happens, have a helper turn the key to the start position and check for power to the small wire on the starter. You should get 12 volts. If you do, the starter is bad. If there is no power, check the starter relay.

Also, is there a security light flashing when this happens?

Joe
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Thursday, January 1st, 2009 AT 2:04 PM

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