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2003 Dodge Dakota starting

Tiny
AUSRICK
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  • 2003 DODGE DAKOTA
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 20,000 MILES
Truck willnot start.I can hear the solenoid, clicking. Tried to jump, still wouldnot engage. Is it the Battery, starter, solenoid, or N-Switch, in trans?
Sunday, May 24th, 2009 AT 12:33 AM

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Tiny
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If you hear the solenoid, then the starter needs replaced. Remove it and have it bench tested at a parts store. Most do it for free, and then you'll know for sure it is the starter.
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Tuesday, May 26th, 2009 AT 10:40 AM
Tiny
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The Battery, was shorted out internally. This is the reason, I couldnot jump it. Replaced battery, everything is good to go. Ausrick
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Wednesday, May 27th, 2009 AT 9:36 PM
Tiny
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I'm glad you got it fixed. I am surprised it didn't jump for you. That is why I assumed it was the starter.

Joe
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Thursday, May 28th, 2009 AT 7:09 AM
Tiny
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Thank you for your imput. It had me fooled too.I had never, had a battery, fail like that. It cost me a tow bill.
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Thursday, May 28th, 2009 AT 8:57 PM

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