!997 Dodge Stratus hard start

1997 DODGE STRATUS
154,000 MILES • 4 CYL • AUTOMATIC
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WISEPMO
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My 1997 Dodge Statrus 2.4 lt won't start on 1st turnover I can hear the fuel pump run but it wont turn over,I have to repeatedly turn the ignition to get it to start. Also teh digital mileage display and the tacometer dont always work sometimes they come on during driving Plzs help
Apr 26, 2011 at 7:02 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Probable causes here could be the coolant temperature sensor, IAC motor, low fuel pressure and ignition switch
Apr 26, 2011 at 8:19 PM
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CARADIODOC
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If the starter makes a single kind of loud clunk each time you turn the ignition switch to "crank", but it doesn't spin the engine, suspect worn contacts in the starter solenoid. The clue is it will crank eventually if you try it enough times. The contacts can be replaced for 20 bucks but most people just replace the entire starter. The problem will get progressively worse over the next few weeks.
Apr 26, 2011 at 8:30 PM
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