Tuesday, September 20, 2011

Anyone change a starter on a 98 Dodge Caravan before?

I tried doing it last night, but the top bolt of the starter (got the bottom front and bottom back bolt undone) was in the most tight, uncomfortable spot. Bought a shorty ratchet, open ended box wrench, everything, but cannot do much more than place the socket over the bolt. There's no room to turn the ratchet with bars and things in the way. Any advice?
Anyone change a starter on a 98 Dodge Caravan before?
not on your vehicle but i have had the same problem. if you cant move the pipes and obstacles then jack up the engine, undo mounting bolts and move engine clear of obstructions. Hydraulic jack and wood block needed so not to damage the sump.