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JoAnna Albertson Posted on Dec 01, 2013

Turn key just clicks keep trying might start after 5 minutes of trying

I have a 1996 grand caravan. I have replaced the battery and cables, when I turn the key back and forth it just clicks but it sometimes starts right a way other times it might take about 5 minutes to start. could this be the relay?

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Yes maybe a relay or the starter is sticking on it

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SOURCE: Cannot start 2000 Dodge Grand Caravan

No preferences as to charger, as long as it has trickle charge option (slower, but better for battery). Would like to see battery load test done by parts store to see battery condition, but a simple charge may be it. Let me know how it goes, hopefully you will have it up and running soon.

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Try checking relays in the fuse box under the hood. If all checks out ok, check timing belt/chain.

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Sounds like the timing belt.

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