Engine will not turn over?

180,000 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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When trying to start the van the dash lights will come on but when I turn the key forward i hear a click and they go blank. Battery is one year old and starter just replaced. All connections are tight and clean.
Sep 27, 2022 at 8:18 AM
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It sounds like you are losing connection at the positive battery cable. Here is how to change it out to fix the problem. This guide can help as well:

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

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/starter-not-working-repair


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Sep 28, 2022 at 9:11 AM
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