why did my starter suddenly stop working

1998 DODGE CARAVAN
256,000 MILES
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PATRICKWHITE
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i tried to start my vehicle after work it turned over started and shutdown. it did this three times when i tried it the fourth time nothing happened not even a click and everything else has power even the fuel pump.
Sep 1, 2012 at 6:15 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Try a jump start and see if it works.

Ensure the security system is not triggered. It can occur when the battery is weak or you have a poor connections ate the battery terminals and repeated cranking would cause it to do so.

Starters can fail without warning. Give the starter some knocking with a mallet to see if it works.

Sep 1, 2012 at 7:19 AM
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