1995 Buick Regal Radio Comes Lights Turn On Car Won T Start Starter Battery

1995 BUICK REGAL
117,000 MILES
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KDEACK82
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My radio comes and lights turn on but my car won't start is it my starter or battery?
Nov 13, 2012 at 6:09 PM
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SATURNTECH9
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You need to have the battery tested make sure the battery cables are clean and tight?ALso do you have a test light to do some testing? Check to see if you are getting power to the starter. Also, check the neutral safety switch.
Nov 13, 2012 at 7:20 PM
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JDL
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Use a digital multimeter across battery posts, everything off. The generic spec for a full charge is around 12.6 volts. You can also leave the meter leads hooked to battery posts, have helper turn key to crank. If the voltage reading drops below about 9 volts, have the battery tested and charged. You also need to check the charging system. Make sure all battery connections are clean and tight on both ends.

Any applicable trouble codes? What about your security system, where applicable?
Nov 13, 2012 at 7:26 PM
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JDL
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Hi saturntech9, didn't see you. Have a good day.
Nov 13, 2012 at 7:27 PM
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SATURNTECH9
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You too my friend thats ok were all on the same team here to help people fix there car?
Nov 13, 2012 at 7:47 PM
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