99 V6 dies at start-up; ABS and Check engine light on, Gauges go off

Nov 22, 2009 1 Replies

My '99 Town & Country with 3.8 V6 has several problems. I don't know if they are related or not.


1.) noticed while driving that the gauges all were off and the check engine and ABS light came on. Engine still ran normal. After driving several minutes the lights went off and the gauges came back on.


2.) occasionally the engine will die right after starting (usually cold). It may die 3-4 times then it won't attempt to start when the ignition is turned. Lights all still work. Come back 1/2 hour later and it starts and runs normal. It may go 2-5 days before it happens again. Battery was checked and is good. Battery terminals cleaned.



Any ideas?


Check the engine grounding straps...

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