Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1999 Chrysler LHSFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Starter Specifications
STARTER SPECIFICATIONS - CARS
| Application | Specification | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cranking Amperage Draw(1) | |||||||
| Bosch 2.0L | 150-280 Amps | ||||||
| Melco 2.5L & 2.7L | 150-280 Amps | ||||||
| Nippondenso 2.4L, 3.2L & 3.5L | 150-280 Amps | ||||||
| No-Load Test At 11 Volts | |||||||
| Maximum Amps | |||||||
| Bosch 2.0L | (2) | ||||||
| Melco 2.5L & 2.7L | (2) | ||||||
| Nippondenso 2.4L, 3.2L & 3.5L | (2) | ||||||
| No-Load Test At 11 Volts | |||||||
| Minimum RPM | |||||||
| Bosch 2.0L | (2) | ||||||
| Melco 2.5L & 2.7L | (2) | ||||||
| Nippondenso 2.4L, 2.7L & 3.5L | (2) | ||||||
| Power Rating | |||||||
| Bosch 2.0L | 0.95 Kw | ||||||
| Melco 2.5L & 2.7L | 1.2 Kw | ||||||
| Nippondenso 2.4L, 2.7L & 3.5L | 1.4 Kw | ||||||
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STARTER SPECIFICATIONS - TRUCKS
| Application | Specification | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cranking Amperage Draw (1) | ||||||
| Caravan, Town & Country & Voyager | 150-200 Amps | |||||
| Dakota & Durango | ||||||
| 2.5L | 130 Amps | |||||
| 3.9L, 5.2L & 5.9L | 125-250 Amps | |||||
| Ram Pickup | ||||||
| Diesel Engines | 450-700 Amps | |||||
| Gasoline Engines | 125-250 Amps | |||||
| Ram Van & Ram Wagon | 125-250 Amps | |||||
| No-Load Test At 11 Volts | ||||||
| Maximum Amps | ||||||
| Caravan, Town & Country & Voyager | 73 Amps | |||||
| Dakota & Durango | ||||||
| 2.5L | 90 Amps | |||||
| 3.9L, 5.2L & 5.9L | 73 Amps | |||||
| Ram Pickup | ||||||
| Gasoline | 73 Amps | |||||
| Diesel | 200 Amps | |||||
| Ram Van & Ram Wagon | 73 Amps | |||||
| Minimum RPM | ||||||
| Caravan, Town & Country & Voyager | 3401 RPM | |||||
| Dakota & Durango | ||||||
| 2.5L | 2600 RPM | |||||
| 3.9L, 5.2L & 5.9L | 3601 RPM | |||||
| Ram Pickup | ||||||
| Gasoline | 3601 RPM | |||||
| Diesel | 3000 RPM | |||||
| Ram Van & Ram Wagon | 3601 RPM | |||||
| Power Rating | ||||||
| Caravan, Town & Country & Voyager | 1.2 Kw | |||||
| Dakota & Durango | ||||||
| 2.5L | 1.2 Kw | |||||
| 3.9L, 5.2L & 5.9L | 1.4 Kw | |||||
| Ram Pickup | ||||||
| Gasoline | 1.4 Kw | |||||
| Diesel | 2.7 Kw | |||||
| Ram Van & Ram Wagon | 1.4 Kw | |||||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.