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Ken Freeman wrote at 2009-07-26 20:07:35
Ken Freeman here, I have a simular problem with my Ram Van. I can tell you the programming on your pcm is what really counts. It needs to be programmed using your vin # it is specific to your car. The best place to one is the computer exchange for about 250$. It will ship to you ready to plug and drive away.hope this helps and good luck. You might want to check for shorts first. With the key off remove the neg battery terminal and put a test light between the terminal and the post if the light comes on you have a short. (make sure your door is closed and if you have an under hood light remove the bulb, any power usage will give a false positive.) If all lights are off but the test light is lit stsrt pulling fuses one at a time till the test light goes out. You have found your grounded circuit. Again good luck

mac wrote at 2009-08-26 16:47:06
I've had the same problem for several years with a 96 Intrepid.  I think my problem is in the ignition switch.  I have a factory anti-theft system but not the original key. After applying graphite in the ignition switch the problem went away for several months.  If I keep the switch well lubed it seems to start first time everytime. My routine was to try to start, if it failed I would get out wait about 5 min. and retry often it would start right up sometimes had to do it several times.

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I specialize in Chrysler/Dodge/Plymouth cars, minivans, and SUV's for the model years 1982-2008 based upon my 50-year DIY experience, factory shop manuals and wiring diagrams. I offer fast repair advice to help you minimize repair costs by helping you diagnose and do it yourself. Problems with electronically controlled engines and transmissions as well as body wiring problems are my specialty.

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