97 Challenger won't turn over

[Rhino2013]

Hey there,

I put my challenger away after a day out with it, ran great, now issues. A few weeks later, while winterizing it, I attempted to start it in the drive way, hit the button and got nothing. I figured the battery was dead so I charged it over night. Tried again today, nothing, don't even here the starter click at at all. My gauges all light up though. I moved the shifter around a bit and still nothing.

Anyone run into this before?

Thanks,

Ryan

 

[Dr Honda]

If you aren't hearing a click... then there is a chance that the Solenoid has gone bad. Try jumping the large terminals with a screwdriver. That will put power directly on the starter.

 

[Rhino2013]

Thanks Dr. Honda. Which two terminals, on the solenoid I assume? Not sure where to find it but I'll check my manual too when I get back to the shop. Could the DESS keys cause this or the MMPG?

 

[Dr Honda]

It could be the MPEM... but if they gauges come on when you put the lanyard on... it's probably OK.

Yes... the 2 large terminals on the Solenoid. Jump across it, and the starter should spin.

 

[Rhino2013]

That worked! I jumped the solenoid and the starter kicked, so then I tried the buton and it fired up... guess I need a new solenoid.

Thanks Dr.Honda, your advice is greatly appreciated.

Ryan