2010 Dodge Grand Caravan | Starter Motor Replacement | Rebuilt Starter

[@briankirchmeyer4557]

This guy's channel is underrated I only watched this video so far and he doesn't sugar coat anything and he's funny this is exactly how a day goes working on cars I love it also he's very knowledgeable I watched this video just to see how the starter comes out since I never did one on my caravan.. that had 250,000 miles on it starter is original ...These Vans run forever 3.3 and 3.8... they are amazing vehicles and if taken care of quite often hit 500K..

[@mhikeybalatbat]

amazing content. super informative and entertaining. but i can also see how your channel functions as an archive for yourself as well.

[@JimmysAutoClinic]

Yep you are 100% right I've definitely looked back at my own videos for torque specs and how to access different systems especially on that stupid Mercedes-Benz assist plus. So annoying lol thank you for watching.

[@PixieWitch]

Your hilarious, relatable & knowledgeable. Great video, thx!

[@JimmysAutoClinic]

Thanks 😊

[@HotTracks416]

Thank you so much Jimmy for these amazing and very informative videos on the 3.3L engine. Hard to find good, detailed videos on here about them and how to repair them, I can't thank you enough as now, thanks to your videos I have replaced the starter, spark plugs and wires from watching and following along with the video, also wanted to mention your hilarious! Should deft have way more subscribers and viewers then you do. Amazing content brother & sending love from Toronto :)

[@JimmysAutoClinic]

Glad you like them! Thank you for watching.

[@dm19609721]

wow the oil pan and transmission pan looks toast!

[@JimmysAutoClinic]

Hey Dennis, yes it was toast. I replaced it in another video. If you have the same vehicle take a look at it you'll see how much fun it was lol. Thanks for watching.

[@IIMFBlack720]

Thank you so much for this lesson

[@JimmysAutoClinic]

No problem. Thank you for watching and commenting.

[@robhoward6970]

Great video

[@papayaman9567]

Nice video funny and informative 👍

[@jessehernandez4287]

What kind of twist ratchet are you using ?

[@HELLHOUND2k5]

Agreeing with others. Got what I needed to know. And laughed my ass off. "Stupid ground cable" lol.

[@JimmysAutoClinic]

I'm glad you found the video entertaining :-) thank you for watching.

[@davidmarshall7887]

Great video, got a question tho. I don't own a torque wrench/ratchet. What will happen if I just tighten the bolts on without one?

[@JimmysAutoClinic]

You don't necessarily need to have a torque wrench but you have to be confident with a ratchet that you're not overtaking or undertaking. Honestly it's worth it just to purchase one so that you're 100% sure because a lot of times Parts either fall off or people break both and that is not what you want. However if you are confident you can go ahead and use a ratchet with really no issues.

[@larryromig8711]

Need advice... my 2010 dodge grand caravan, 3.3 , just quit while driving. Have power to everything but when you turn the key, there is nothing. Checked battery,and it was low. Recharged the battery and still nothing. Could this be a starter problem? Thank you Larry. Ohio

[@ObdRdAutoCanada]

you video is great where did u get this Van it looks u get this van from the Ocean direct too much rusty

[@95Sn95]

My 2010 grand caravan SE 3.3L key is getting glitchy and not going into the off position so I was jostling it I went to far and it tried starting twice quickly and a BIG puff of smoke rolled out from under the hood and nothing...the smoke came up in the middle up by the cowl but not either side and now when turn it to start everything shuts off and nothing, but at on or accessory everything lights up again.... I'm wondering if the starter burned up? I've never seen that happenthat fast before. There is a monster 32 headway cell 64AH lithium battery trying to start it not a an oem style little lead acid battery, Any theories? Electrical smoke is scary especially when you have zero idea where it came from. Fortunately it's cold out now

[@JimmysAutoClinic]

Unfortunately I think I have more questions than answers for you. Are you saying you're running the vehicle on a lithium battery? If that is the case depending on the type of lithium battery it is from what I understand a battery that is not always compatible are interchangeable with lead acid systems I don't know why that is but that might be the cause of your issue. I would not replace the starter first off I would get it properly diagnose it sounds like you have some electrical issues. The puff of smoke could be the starter burning up or it could be wiring that couldn't take the amount of amperage coming from the battery. However without seeing I really can't give you any actual answers. I hope you understand. If you have any other questions feel free to reach out.

[@95Sn95]

@@JimmysAutoClinic yeah I run a big lithium battery for the stereo for about 2 years now, the compatibility thing is running it parallel with flooded lead acid because of the lithiums 13.6 resting voltage so flooded pulls all while vehicals is off, I had an isolator to separate if vehicals was off but I eventually deleted the flooded it dragged the voltage down to much like a volt and on a big amp that could be a few hundred watts.

[@JimmysAutoClinic]

@budgetbumpin sounds like you have a mega sound system.

[@EricMiles-ce9ld]

So I just replaced the starter and now it’s grinding. I put the shim back on with it. Did I put it back the wrong way? I might have flipped it and put the wrong side toward the starter itself? Is that possible?

[@JimmysAutoClinic]

The shim goes in only one way between the starter and the transmission. What I would do is compare the old starter to the new one to see if there are any differences. You'd be surprised how many times you might get a part that is wrong for your application.

[@thestakesauce5891]

New subscriber. I know how to do this job but wanted a refresher since im doing it tomorrow. Great video. Keep it up.

[@faustoramirez9812]

Gracias

[@tnt201123]

Love the commentary for them DAM DODGES. Hate there engineering

[@dmwat]

Searched for 4.0 engine. This is for different engine. Bad search result

[@JimmysAutoClinic]

Sorry my friend I always list the engine size associated with the car in my tags. I'm not sure why the video came up for a 4 L.

[@hchalmoepas6544]

[@randalmoroski1184]

Thanks for the info… But a warning on your mouth with‘Gods’name…its one in the Top10 Do Nots…!

[@JimmysAutoClinic]

Thanks for the advice.

[@thelegendarywasdgamer9724]

Watching a mechanic is not for you then.

[@tristinstorm5858]

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