1996 Dodge Avenger car will not turn over

1996 DODGE AVENGER
16,400 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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DEKDSM
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Car does not want to start, will not turn over. We tried jump starting it. We put a new starter in it thinking it was the starter again. When we try to start it the lights come on, then when we try to start it or turn over the inside lights go off.

Could it be the crankshaft position sensor??

Paul asked if it had anti theft, no it does not. No power doors, locks, etc....

Thank you,
Donna
Jan 31, 2008 at 5:12 PM
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If it is not cranking, it is not the crankshaft pos sensor.

This is likley an electrcial problem. Sounds like the battery doesn't have enough power which may be due to a loose or dirty connection that may be at the battery or at the other ends of the cables. If the battery is bad enough a jump won't help.

Does this have anti theft?
Jan 31, 2008 at 5:24 PM