A starter was being replaced on my '01 Dodge 1500 v6 magnum truck and the mechanic shorted out the starter by touching it to metal. Now, the truck will not start. Suggestions? ? Thank you.

Asked by Santita Jan 04, 2014 at 01:51 PM about the 2001 Dodge RAM 1500 SLT Club Cab 4WD

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dandyoun answered 10 years ago

Check all your fuses. Main fuse or really any of them might be blown. Is it turning over but not starting? Or no sound at all when you turn the key?

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dandyoun answered 10 years ago

Oh And might want to find another mech. He should have known to disconnect the battery before fooling with a starter.

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madmopar answered 10 years ago

h probably fried your starter.

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