1996 Dodge Caravan problems starting

1996 DODGE CARAVAN
120,011 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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RICHB81
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when my van sits for more than 8 hours it dont want to start, once i get it started either by jumping it or hooking up a quick charge to the battery it starts fine. is it the battery or the ignition coil, i did a computer diagnostics on it and it said the brain was going bad and ignition coil or module (not sure which one they said). please help!!!! its my only car and i dont have much money really to spend. thanks
Oct 13, 2009 at 9:17 AM
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CH112063
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If there is something wrong with the battery, there is no testing done until a new or properly charged battery is put in it. After replacement, the starting, charging system, and electrical system in the off position must be checked. If a battery is bad, your van can not be properly tested. Start with a new battery.
The powertrain control module requires a good battery to operate the recharging of the battery. Good luck.
Oct 13, 2009 at 3:12 PM
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