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1998 Ford Escort won't start

Tiny
KAREN HIGHTOWER
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  • 1998 FORD ESCORT
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 125,000 MILES
Drove her home, then minutes later wouldn't start. Just a clicking sound
Wednesday, October 15th, 2008 AT 11:28 AM

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Tiny
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Try a jump start, if that doesnt work, it may need a starter. Test for 12 volts at the small wire on the starter, if it has it, the starter is bad
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Wednesday, October 15th, 2008 AT 12:12 PM
Tiny
KAREN HIGHTOWER
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Tried the jump start already, no go! Not a click or anything when trying to start. Had just driven the car and was leaving again & it wouldn't start this time.
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Wednesday, October 15th, 2008 AT 12:56 PM
Tiny
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OK, need to check for 12 volts at the small wire on the starter, if it has it, then the starter is probably bad. Are the headlights bright?
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Wednesday, October 15th, 2008 AT 3:44 PM

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