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Old Apr 6, 2019 | 05:35 PM
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2001 dodge durango, battery went bad and now the starter wont crank. Checked fuses, dont know what to do. Thanks
 
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Old Apr 6, 2019 | 07:01 PM
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2001 dodge durango, battery went bad and now the starter wont crank. Checked fuses, dont know what to do. Thanks
Far from an expert, but what engine are you working with and was the battery replaced?
 
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Old Apr 6, 2019 | 07:21 PM
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Battery was replaced and all fuses checked. Starter worked fine before battery devoloped a bad cell
 
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Old Apr 6, 2019 | 07:39 PM
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Is the security icon flashing on the dash? There is a downloadable Service Manual in the DIY section...check that and look at the security section 8q...good place to start...
 
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Thank you, no security lights at all
 
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Old Apr 6, 2019 | 08:13 PM
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Thank you, no security lights at all
Are you getting power to any accessories? Lights, radio etc? Have you checked the grounds? Sorry trying to figure out where to start...no pun intended lol
 
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Old Apr 6, 2019 | 08:16 PM
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Everthing works on it except the starter, used self diagnosis thats comes up on odometer and no codes. All grounds and fuses checked.
 
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Old Apr 6, 2019 | 08:26 PM
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Everthing works on it except the starter, used self diagnosis thats comes up on odometer and no codes. All grounds and fuses checked.
Any clicking sounds from the starter as if the solenoid is trying to engage?
 
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No no starter sound at all
 
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Swap the relay in the underhood fuse box. Check the lid for the placement...
 
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