The starter has failed and needs replaced. Somthing inside the starter makes connection when you tap it.
Vehicle won't start Vehicle won't start when hot (starter drags) Starter spins not engaging flywheel (ring gear)
start with the basics is the battery dead ? if not its most likely a starter problem .if the starter is fried you need a garage
it could either be a bad beattery or a bad starter
Seized engine? Weak battery? Loose or corroded battery cables? Defective starter solenoid? Flat spot on starter?
Your 1993 Dodge Caravan might start sometimes and not start other times because of a bad starter or solenoid. You might also have a weak battery or a charging system that is not working correctly. This could also be an issue with the distributor.
the starter is caputski---
Why won't the radiator fan start on my 1991 dodge caravan?
If there is a single click from the starter area, the starter is bad. If not, it could be an ignition switch.
Check for: weak battery Loose or corroded battery cables Loose wire on starter Bad starter Bad starter solenoid Bad neutral safety switch
most likely it is the starter. try moving the van a little bit or banging on the starter with a hammer ... then try to start it again..... if it starts then it is the starter , if not , it may need to be diagnosed by a repair shop ...
Hey Jerry==It is probably in the starter solonoid. Good luckJoe
under the hood on the drivers side in the relay compartment