2001-2007 Dodge Grand Caravan Starter Motor Replacement | How to Install New Starter on Car

[@Crowseye]

As I watched I said to myself, "this is one of the most concise KZbin 'instructors' I've seen." Camera angles and details are on point without being overly verbose, no annoying music, noise, darkness, or chatter. You're a great teacher for us DIY car mechanics no doubt.

[@ValleyMobileAutomotive]

Thanks! I appreciate your comment 🙂

[@jasonbengel]

Agreed. Great production work and video.

[@JamesRogers-w2g]

Fantastic video. Greatly appreciate your explanation of details while communicating instructions. Thank you…well done! Made replacement easy,

[@trvman1]

and take it to a dealer or mechanic and they will tell you it's a 2 hour labor charge :)

[@sergiodecastro7557]

Thank you very much that helped me a lot!!

[@ValleyMobileAutomotive]

Awesome! Glad this helped 👍

[@francoisgraham9793]

Excellent video this guy really knows how to explain how to put on the starter. Very well done.

[@JonathanSherretts]

Thank you for being such a good teacher ...Clear and thorough instructions you've earned a follower ...thanks man keep up the good work and great explanations for those of us that need as such before diving into a job we have never done before.

[@ValleyMobileAutomotive]

You're welcome! Glad this video was helpful 🙂

[@romanfigueroa8583]

Amazing video can’t stress that enough, pulling a side job and had to brush up. I appreciate all the detail and camera angles !

[@jamiegarrett3869]

He makes it look easy because he is a good mechanic. He has probably done alot of repairs before.

[@joseph2095]

Thank you for the specs on that missing bolt. And for the torque specs.

[@RayAzul7]

Thanks. Gotta help my in-law and this video is the key.

[@BellefontePerson]

Mine is an 05 Grand Caravan. Can't get to the top bolt. Use an extension and the socket wrench hits the transmission lines. Use a smaller extension and it won't reach.

[@autodetailinggarageofcapec4237]

Excellent video!! Thank you.

[@lowkeylokientertainment696]

Very informative video with clear instructions. Just want to say I am no mechanic but I've done a lot of diy jobs to save money and keep the tools as well as knowledge. So I just did one on an 05 grand caravan (Cold weather northern east coast , pretty rough on cars , especially all the corrosion from salt 😮‍💨) The 13mm were a breeze to get off but after some butane and liquid wrench + 3 wrenches as a breaker seemed to work for the 15mm even In 0"F lol ... I used a 4 inch adapter with a regular ratchet with a 15mm deep to do the top end. Ididnt have to remove the fan or cross member to get it done which saved much time and headache. The spacer plate was such a pain to line up from the original that I decided to leave it out with any issue. Starts up like a new car! Ty so much buddy! Best of luck to you ! Happy 2025!

[@ValleyMobileAutomotive]

@@lowkeylokientertainment696 Nice! Glad this video was helpful 🙂

[@larryworkman1689]

❤. Thank you sir I do believe I'm going to go play with the Dodge Voyager here shortly LOL😊 you have a nice day driving yours LOL

[@ValleyMobileAutomotive]

@@larryworkman1689 Happy wrenching 👍

[@limamantapachitas]

Excellent video, I need to do that in few days, when I have time, Thanks

[@juanlutz6775]

Thank u 4 taking the time and explaining with detail..

[@ap422]

Great work Great Instructor Greate Enginuity

[@ValleyMobileAutomotive]

@@ap422 Thanks! Glad this was helpful 👍

[@kr2513]

Thanks. Hearing the way it was clicking helped.

[@limamantapachitas]

I have done the job, it was hard for me to remove it and install it in a couple hours each task, the bottom bolt was easy using a ratchet open wrench 15 mm, to put the top bolt first i run it with lots of WD40 then by hand and a 15 mm longest end, once tight, insert 2 terminal into the shortest end stud a 13 mm, to put the top bolt i was afraid to cross tread if not lined properly, anyways, It is working like a charm, I changed the copper contact in the solenoid now no more click-click, the brushes were like brand new, 116,000 kms. caravan 2003 SE 3.3L used for short shopping trips , I added a little of dialectic grease in the top bolt terminals and at the bottom power cable connector, to prevent corrosion, I live in a high humid area

[@carlosfilipepereira284]

It’s actually a guide pin that it’s missing

[@bradwakly5545]

I'm starting to follow you because you make an informative video and helped with a couple of questions I had.

[@user-MissWendi]

Ur video was WELL done...thank you

[@ValleyMobileAutomotive]

@@user-MissWendi Glad this was helpful 🙂

[@AmberHillman-jq8jy]

Robert thanks for the details.

[@cr8head]

Great vid. Thx

[@bobbymcgee4381]

thank you...awesome

[@robinzuniga2609]

Thanks, you helped out a bunch.

[@carlosvpallares1407]

Gracias amigo me fue de mucha utilidad

[@djjd8520]

I notice at the 2:03 mark in the video you talk about the s-plug, I have bought a brand new battery and a brand new starter, and come to find out for me its the s-plug being loose, just slides in and while driving it wiggles out so I get stuck in parking lots at grocery stores ect, how do you fix or replace the s-plug so it fits snug and not just slides in and out?

[@ValleyMobileAutomotive]

A quick way is with a small zip tie to hold it on the terminal. Otherwise you will need to close the female end of the plug with a small pick so it fits tighter over the receiving blade on the starter. Either works fine 👍

[@djjd8520]

@@ValleyMobileAutomotive Thank you for such a quick response I just came back from the hardware store I was going to superglue it in place, glad I read this first before I messed up.

[@johnmiller2044]

Thanks for the info helped the lot 07gc sxt 3.8l

[@johnJohnson-us1tm]

Great video.

[@dark21lad55]

Looks just like my '05 Chrysler T&C. I hope mine goes as well. Thank you

[@ValleyMobileAutomotive]

@@dark21lad55 These aren't too bad. Happy wrenching 👍

[@willieoutlaw4957]

Good video, have to replace the starter on my 03 with 271k original miles.

[@javierbotello5507]

Good job my friend

[@henderstech]

My dodge has metal power steering lines that are making it very difficult to get the one on top. Even with a long extension. it extends me right into those lines. I am going to borrow a flexhead wratchet or a wratchet like yours to try. It is a 2007. Thanks for this video it did help me alot.

[@BellefontePerson]

Same problem here, but I thought they were transmission lines.

[@henderstech]

@@BellefontePerson Yes that was my mistake. You are correct

[@SophSoundsENT]

Very informative thank you!

[@DAVIDSMITH-pf7vc]

Thanks Great Video

[@zenbus]

Thank you!

[@joshuariddle8172]

Great video

[@stanleyblackwell2066]

Mine had 2 bolts and a pin built into the starter to hold it in place

[@dondean2132]

Well Done 👍

[@charlesharrell-y3z]

I found out that third bolt hole in the middle is for a bolt to hold the shim in place for the top bolt but I just put glue on it to hold it in place, also, I had to do what you did to remove that top bolt in order to keep from messing up that bolt head.

[@crhu319]

3:45 what does "after that it's a 15mm mean? Where is the head of that bolt you show at 5:42? The 13mm nut end is accessible under the exhaust and it's easy to remove it and the cables.

[@JamesErickson-wg9pc]

Well done I've got the same prob.i turn the key to start there's a click then I turn the key back then try again the the starter engages thanks for your help

[@TheRealTonyCastillo]

My 02 has been doing that for a year or so, now its about 4 or 5 lol. Time to change it I think.

[@mountainmanjim]

Thanks . helped alot

[@JamesErickson-wg9pc]

Great job mines next

[@forzafan6924]

When I start my 07 grand caravan right after I start it I hear a grind noise in a very short burst doesn't always do it mostly does it when I cold start it could that be the starter

[@MAXIMA347]

Changed mine like about 3 weeks ago, car battery went dead the other day, tried to a jump start and noticed a spark coming from the negative ground from the starter. Is it possible the ground strap isn't tight enough?

[@safiyam.3938]

I'm going to try this, Robert. I'll update you as soon as it's done and working.

[@ValleyMobileAutomotive]

Awesome! You got this 👊

[@fftr12_mmoht]

Very good. I have the same problem in my car

[@tashamorgan4145]

What if your plate spacer that goes to the new starter is broke

[@pf210]

This video really helped me out! Other video had the s plug a different way. Mine is the exact same as the one in the video! Great job and thank you!

[@dmana3172]

I forgot to put tin plate on when I put the new one in. Is it okay?

[@ValleyMobileAutomotive]

@@dmana3172 Honestly I'm not sure what the ramifications are of leaving the shim plate off. I know they have it there for a reason but is it absolutely necessary? I'm not sure.

[@dmana3172]

@@ValleyMobileAutomotive I replaced the starter and still, it slow crank to start my van. Could it possibly be the ECM?

[@ValleyMobileAutomotive]

@@dmana3172 Does the engine start?

[@dmana3172]

@@ValleyMobileAutomotive yes, but it took a minute of coughing to get it on.

[@ValleyMobileAutomotive]

@@dmana3172 do you have a check engine light on? If so what codes do you have?

[@MichaelVineyard]

What if your lights come on headlights but no clicking I even tried while getting a jump nothing is it my starter went out

[@ValleyMobileAutomotive]

It's possible you have a bad starter. Make sure the battery has a full charge and try again. Also check to make sure you are getting power on the S terminal when you turn the key to start it.

[@ExtremeRecluse]

Home Depot sells all types of fasteners. Just need the size.

[@harnoldmatondo6335]

think you

[@ValleyMobileAutomotive]

You're welcome! Glad this video was helpful 👍

[@Everything-kt6et]

You save me 150 dollars 💸 i really appreciate that god bless you

[@wingerfan1]

Well, my van starts, but before it attempts to start, it makes a very machine gun like clicking noise. Any ideas?

[@ValleyMobileAutomotive]

@@wingerfan1 It's hard to tell without looking at it. It could be the starter but it could be something else. I suggest taking it to a place that can diagnose it properly. That way you're not wasting money. Hopefully that helps.

[@wingerfan1]

@@ValleyMobileAutomotive well I'm going to replace the starter on it tomorrow strictly because it does have 200,000 miles. If you'd like to know something really sad I picked up a 2002 Chrysler Town & Country for free with 300,000 miles and it has none of the issues this 2005 . It's in pretty good shape except for it's a little rusty.

[@ValleyMobileAutomotive]

@@wingerfan1 Let us know how it goes 👍

[@MindyWeeks-q6d]

My starter bolt is a wired on can’t seam to find a socket to fit it

[@ValleyMobileAutomotive]

This is a late reply. Were you able to get it?

[@MindyWeeks-q6d]

No I just put it in the shop

[@lordronthepimp]

What if after all bolts are removed the starter will not come out?

[@dnlmachine4287]

It may be stuck to the engine. Try gently tapping it with a plastic hammer or piece of wood. Stay gold.

[@alfredmedrano3927]

Right im having that problem now even as we tx but this is great insight a must to subscribe..👍👍👍👍👍👍🏆🏆

[@Whitey-w2h]

Need to replace were the plunger hits and nlinside the celiod

[@DouglassMasonsr]

😢nice

[@dandumont3193]

Mine was missing that 3rd bolt as well

[@ValleyMobileAutomotive]

Interesting 🤔

[@chmedlychmedenstein916]

I seem to recall these Caravan starters always having what looks like an empty hole. My '07 that I'm working on today only has the two bolts as well. @@ValleyMobileAutomotive

[@princevegeta6679]

Mine is missing the exact same bolt...

[@ValleyMobileAutomotive]

@@princevegeta6679 I think it must be factory only using 2 bolts

[@AmberHillman-jq8jy]

Alot of Americans have Carvan s.

[@traviscarter1461]

Bad few month's for starts on these things

[@baneotoole5370]

I went out and bought the exact same wire and put it in the exact same way and poof my dash lights stopped going off and on my stereo stopped staying on and playing keep away with the CD after I shut the van off. My window problem went away.

[@Whitey-w2h]

Rebuild kit

[@ValleyMobileAutomotive]

@@Whitey-w2h You might be able to find a rebuild kit but honestly a new starter with a lifetime warranty is probably the best option.

[@williammills8953]

Yeah, something that only takes about 30 minutes or so. Garage charges 200 dollars.

[@JCtheComicGeek]

That's how they make there money. Also here at my local auto mechanic is $200 to put it on IF you bring your own starter.

[@AmberHillman-jq8jy]

Oh my God on her KZbin phone's