: 98 24V CTD No Start


Mauler
04-16-2010, 11:23 AM
Truck was running fine up until this morning when I went to start it, now it won't even crank. All gauges work, no CEL, radio works, AirDog and Edge both have power. When I go to start it, I depress the clutch and turn the key, then nothing happens. The starter relay clicks when I turn the key. I have power to the starter. It is acting as though I am not depressing the clutch. 3 months ago I replaced the the hydraulic clutch assembly. What should I be looking for? Starter, alternator and batteries are also new within the last 8 months. Thanks in advance for any insight.

ChiXJeff
04-16-2010, 12:30 PM
My first thought is starter contacts. You said the starter was new within 8 months.... new, or remanned? If it's remanned, it wouldn't surprise me in the least if the starter contacts are shot.

yozsi
04-16-2010, 12:33 PM
Whack the starter and see if it cranks, if it does i bet your contacts are fried.

ChiXJeff
04-16-2010, 12:39 PM
And if it is a starter contact issue... you can fix it yourself for just a few bucks. Larry B. Foster's starter contacts: http://www.fostertruck.com/dodge/

woods
04-16-2010, 01:13 PM
Had the same issue a couple weeks ago. found out I left the headlights on all night DOH!
On another note. Probably starter contacts or cable going to starter came loose, Maybe neutral switch

woods
04-16-2010, 01:14 PM
And if it is a starter contact issue... you can fix it yourself for just a few bucks. Larry B. Foster's starter contacts: http://www.fostertruck.com/dodge/
I had to do this a couple years ago. My starter started to not disengage at times. The upgrade took care of it.

Mauler
04-17-2010, 11:48 AM
The starter was rebuilt. The leads going to the starter are in good condition and have no corrosion. I will try whacking it with a hammer.

Edit: My starter is not clicking but my starter relay is.

Mauler
04-22-2010, 06:27 AM
Turned out to be that the starter was bad, as well as the ignition switch. Not sure if this was a joint reaction or simultaneous but thanks to all for the help.