2003 Mercury Sable Car Wont Start Lights Work Turn On Headlights Display Radio

2003 MERCURY SABLE
124,000 MILES
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car wont start but lights work. When i turn on my headlights the display on my radio turns off. Battery and alternator are good.
Oct 31, 2012 at 10:56 PM
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Have you had the battery tested under load. Meaning check the voltage of the battery when you start the car. A battery can have 12 Volts, but if it has a bad cell it will drop significantly when a load, like starting your car, is put on it. Advance Auto or Auto Zone can do this test for you.
Nov 1, 2012 at 12:53 AM
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