Engine won't turn over?

2003 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY
87,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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It started fine this morning when I pulled it into the garage. I did a few things, loaded the family in the car, started it up (started fine again), backed up about 10 to 15 feet and it died. It won't even crank over. It has a full charge on the battery, the starter relay is engaging, but it won't even turn over. It is just dead. What could be causing this?
Apr 19, 2009 at 4:04 AM
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KUMMER11
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I am having the same exact problem with a 1998 T&C. Driving down the road slowing for a signal and the van died. Will not turn over. You can hear the solonoid click, but the starter does not engage. Battery is 4 weeks old and everything electrical seems to work. replaced the relays under the hood one at a time with no success. If you get any answers, please let me know.
Aug 31, 2020 at 6:13 AM
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It does sounds like you have a bad connection at the battery here is a guide that will help.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/everything-goes-dead-when-engine-is-cranked

Please run down this guide and report back.
Aug 31, 2020 at 6:13 AM
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WELDERTRUB
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I had to replace the positive battery cable all fixed cost me $87.00
Aug 31, 2020 at 6:13 AM
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