Not starting, could it be the fuel pump?

1995 DODGE CARAVAN
110,000 MILES • 3.0L • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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LADYAMS
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When we try to turn the car over, it makes a single deep clunk sound. We just replaced the alternator and battery.
Jun 13, 2021 at 6:12 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good afternoon,

Do you mean the starter engages but the engine will not turn? If that is the case, I would remove the spark plugs and try again. If there is liquid in the cylinders it will not turn.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-cranks-but-wont-start

If it still does not turn, then the engine is locked up from an internal failure.

Can you upload a video of it trying to start?
Jun 13, 2021 at 6:56 AM
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LADYAMS
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I don't think it's getting to the starter engaging. Thanks so much for your help!
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Jun 13, 2021 at 10:03 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Thank you. See if you can turn the engine by hand.

It sounds like the starter is engaging but the motor is not turning.

Roy
Jun 13, 2021 at 10:40 AM
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