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Search Auto Parts Search Town and Country Van shuts down while driving Sign up here!   Email This Post Auto Repair Home>> Automotive Repair>> Engine Troubleshooting mmacenka New User Nov 17, 2013, 9:41 AM Post #1 of 4 (3800 views) Town and Country Van shuts down while driving Sign In Hi, I have a 2003 Chrysler Town and Country Limited. 3.8L 128K Miles. While driving at highways speeds for about 10 minutes the engine cuts off. Power remains on dash. It starts right up again and after 10 more minutes it stops again. When you try to restart starter will not engage(no crank, click, nothing). During each issue the power remains on inside. Had towed to dealer. Of course it started right up for them the next morning. No codes came up. Of course while driving it back from dealer same issue happened. I was able to get it home. Could not get it started that day but next morning it started right up. Checked battery terminal , neg wire was corroded so replaced it. Checked battery and is fully charged. Did not correct problem. Would appreciate any feedback on what could be going on and how to fix it without spending Thousands! Thank you very much! nickwarner Veteran / Moderator Nov 17, 2013, 9:59 PM Post #2 of 4 (3769 views) Re: Town and Country Van shuts down while driving Sign In When it goes to stall, is it like someone hit a light switch or a sputter down and die like running out of gas? Are any theft or security lights flashing when this happens? One thing worth checking into that could do this is the ATX shutdown relay in the fuse/relay box under your hood. If it is failing when it warms up it will quit conducting electricity and shut you down until the contacts cool off. Its a cheap enough part you might want to try tossing a new one at it to see if it helps. Otherwise you'll have to be carrying around some electrical testing equipment to catch it in the act when it isn't starting, which seems to be a narrow window of time for you to do so. Unfortunately if this doesn't solve your issue, the bad news is you may need it to quit working completely in order for a shop to find the cause. If it starts up for them, everything will test good. Trust me, all of us in this field hate intermittents with no codes as much as the drivers do. mmacenka New User Nov 18, 2013, 5:17 AM Post #3 of 4 (3763 views) Re: Town and Country Van shuts down while driving Sign In When the van shuts off it is immediate. No sputter, etc.. No Theft lights. Dashboard power is on. Tom Greenleaf Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Nov 18, 2013, 11:28 AM Post #4 of 4 (3755 views) Re: Town and Country Van shuts down while driving Sign In Totally with Nick. Just some thoughts that will probably confuse the issue. Lights staying on dash while down doesn't really mean the world yet. No reaction when starter requested if your battery connections new or not and both ends are weak enough to carry amps of starter motor they will just about behave as disconnected. Just if this is ongoing and that damned intermittent behavior look at something inside like a reading lamp while requesting starter motor. If they go out or way too dim battery connections still could be the issue. If you just put on a cable end they aren't so dependable IMO. Real nice one are real hard to find or around me. Just in case get some PB (Power Blaster) on the engine ends of the cable connections now so they don't snap off so easily to remove later. All this just because any vehicle but Mopars seem fussier about great battery and connections.................. T   Email This Post   Automotive Repair     Auto Body Repair and Refinishing     Heating or AC Issues     Electrical and Wiring     Brake Systems     Car Stereo Repair Advice     General Discussions     Car Making Funny Noises     Engine Fault Codes     Engine Troubles     Exhaust Systems     Steering and Suspension     Transmission Troubles     Tricks of the Trade Automotive World     General Discussions     Antique Car Talk     Car Shows and Events     The Bargin Bin     Motor Vehicle Inspection     Car Care Tips     Traffic Tickets     Gasoline, Motor Oils, Concept Cars and Engines     Auto Insurance, Financing, Leases, Warranties Truck Repair     General Discussions     Truck Engine Repair     Truck Suspension Repair Motorcycle Repair     General Discussions     Motorcycle Engine Repair CarJunky     Open Posting     Board FAQ's     New Board Suggestions

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