Dodge Caravan sometimes doesn't start

DODGE CARAVAN
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RANGER280
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My 1996 Dodge Caravan just won't start sometimes - every 3-4 months it is dead as a doornail. The battery always checks out, jump starting makes no difference - nothing. Then, I'll try it later and it will start right up like usual. My repair facility says everything checks out.
Feb 13, 2006 at 4:01 AM
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LENZMOM
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:?: I've got a '98 grand caravan (120,000 mi) that has a similar problem, started out every once in a while wouldn't start, now it's every few days. Local Dodge shop replaced ignition switch and BCM, still no luck. My question for you is, is your van equipped with a factory-installed security system?
Mar 3, 2006 at 5:38 AM
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RANGER280
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No, I do not have a factory installed security system.
Mar 6, 2006 at 3:51 AM
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CUFFSLA
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I had same problem when mine was new. turned out to be starter. they changed and i have had no problem since.
Mar 20, 2006 at 5:30 AM
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RANGER280
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My repair shop insists bad cell in battery - replaced and okay so far.
Mar 20, 2006 at 5:39 AM
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