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    EthanEthan
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      Hello,

      I have a 2002 Dodge Stratus 2.7L and when I go to start it the 20 amp (ign/fuel) fuse blows immediately. The car doesn’t turn over, the fuse blows before that happens.

      Some history. This happened last year and I replaced the fuse and the ignition switch. The fuse blew several times, but after several fuses it worked. The problem hasn’t shown up again until today. I went out this morning to start the car and this happened.

      Please help me in determining what the problem might be. Seems I’m not so lucky with cars these last couple months.

      Could it be my starter? I tried replacing the fuse 4 times today and each time it blew.

      Thank you!

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      college mancollege man
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        Disconnect the starter and replace the fuse. Then try
        to start the car. see if the fuse blows. If it does not
        blow check that 12v is seen at the starter. if all above
        is seen starter would be suspect. Have it checked at an auto
        part store for free.

        #635189
        EthanEthan
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          I removed the starter relay, replaced the fuse and turned the key. The fuse did not blow. I put the relay back in and the fuse blew.

          #638498
          EthanEthan
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            I ended up replacing the starter. Everything is now working great.

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            EricTheCarGuy 1EricTheCarGuy
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              That’s great news, glad you got it solved. Thanks for the updates and for using the ETCG forum.

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