2000 Dodge Neon Won't turn Over
#11
08-07-2016, 01:23 PM
OK, that's good feedback & I agree your tests would seem to indicate the battery is likely ok with the unloaded state of charge test across the battery posts. With the headlights remaining bright when the engine is cranked, it suggests the battery charge, cables & connections on both ends are ok when that home load test was done.
The battery charge lamp coming on, then going off is a clue, but I'm not seeing where to fit it in your trouble shooting puzzle right now, gotta think about it some. You may have more than one problem that's confusing things some.
Load the link I posted above & begin checking the start, fuel & spark fuses in the under hood power distribution center, along with the auto shut down relay, maybe give it a thump, or remove it & check its contacts for rust, or corrosion, bent pins, spread sockets/loose fit.
Is this a manual or auto tranny??
Do you have antitheft?
Do you have remote entry?
The battery charge lamp coming on, then going off is a clue, but I'm not seeing where to fit it in your trouble shooting puzzle right now, gotta think about it some. You may have more than one problem that's confusing things some.
Load the link I posted above & begin checking the start, fuel & spark fuses in the under hood power distribution center, along with the auto shut down relay, maybe give it a thump, or remove it & check its contacts for rust, or corrosion, bent pins, spread sockets/loose fit.
Is this a manual or auto tranny??
Do you have antitheft?
Do you have remote entry?
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08-07-2016, 01:42 PM
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#13
08-07-2016, 05:11 PM
OK, more good feedback.
So it's an auto tranny, try starting it in "N" instead of "P" & wiggle the shifter. Also as has been suggested, check the N/Park switch & wiring. It's on the drivers side end of the tranny low down, close to the tranny pan, facing to the front where the ECM electrical connectors & wiring do a good job of hiding it.
Try your spare ignition key, in case the one your using now has lost its code.
Review post #5, the link is in the "Edit" line. It might take a little time to load. Check the start circuit fuses, relays wiring, connectors.
Can you hear the fuel pump run for a couple of seconds & cut off when you turn the ignition switch from Off to On? If not, also check the fuel pump fuse & power relay. Relays are a known problem part, so if you come to suspect one, try a wiggle/thump test to see if it'll wake up. If it does, try swapping it for a liked one not needed to run the engine & see how it goes.
So it's an auto tranny, try starting it in "N" instead of "P" & wiggle the shifter. Also as has been suggested, check the N/Park switch & wiring. It's on the drivers side end of the tranny low down, close to the tranny pan, facing to the front where the ECM electrical connectors & wiring do a good job of hiding it.
Try your spare ignition key, in case the one your using now has lost its code.
Review post #5, the link is in the "Edit" line. It might take a little time to load. Check the start circuit fuses, relays wiring, connectors.
Can you hear the fuel pump run for a couple of seconds & cut off when you turn the ignition switch from Off to On? If not, also check the fuel pump fuse & power relay. Relays are a known problem part, so if you come to suspect one, try a wiggle/thump test to see if it'll wake up. If it does, try swapping it for a liked one not needed to run the engine & see how it goes.
#14
08-08-2016, 01:54 PM
Here is another link to look up the starter, fuel, ignition, anti-theft, ect, fuses, relays & connections, as you trace where your loosing B+ to start this puppy. http://www.revbase.com/BBBMotor/Wd
Let us know what you find.
Let us know what you find.
