No power

Tiny
SPORTY66
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  • 1994 PONTIAC SUNFIRE
  • 94,000 MILES
Went out to leave for work. Car tried starting and now no power at all.
Friday, September 11th, 2020 AT 2:55 AM

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Tiny
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Good morning,

I would first check the battery. It sounds like low voltage from a discharged battery.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-battery-load-test

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

You will need a voltmeter to test the voltage. You need 12.4 to 12.6 volts.

You will also need to check the charging system to be sure the alternator is maintaining the battery charge.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-a-car-alternator

Roy
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Friday, September 11th, 2020 AT 3:29 AM

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