Car will not start

Tiny
CATHYGR72
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  • 2005 KIA SORENTO
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 174,500 MILES
Turn key in ignition and nothing happens. Completely dead. Tried having jumped. Battery had spark once but did not help. Nothing comes on, lights etc. No click. Just silence.
Tuesday, December 10th, 2019 AT 4:37 PM

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Tiny
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If you are sure the battery is good, have you confirmed that the battery terminals are clean and tight as well as the main ground to the engine and body?

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/everything-goes-dead-when-engine-is-cranked

Let me know.

Joe
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Tuesday, December 10th, 2019 AT 7:59 PM
Tiny
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That was the issue. Had to tighten the connections and clean the terminals.
Thanks!
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Thursday, December 12th, 2019 AT 8:18 AM
Tiny
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That's good news. I'm glad it was a simple fix. Take care and let us know if you have questions in the future.

Joe
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Thursday, December 12th, 2019 AT 4:09 PM

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