car wont start

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HOPE18LOVELY
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i dont know what is going on. I try and start my car and it maks a click noise then i get someone to jump it and it works. I had my battery,alternator,and starter checked by midas and all was good. but why does this keep happening. Could it be the cables.
Nov 26, 2007 at 1:04 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Lets get the battery load test to confirm its operating conditions and make sure if its check outs its connected properly/clean and tight.

Or try this next time it refuses to crank hold key in start position have someone bang on the starter if it kicks-you got a bad starter. If not the problem is power not reaching the starter-could be starter relay,NSS or inhibitor switch and ignition switch
Nov 26, 2007 at 3:23 AM
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MHPAUTOS
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Hi there,

Make sure that the battery terminals are clean and tight, and that the terminals are secured to the cables with out any sign of corrosion. Check chassis earths and Positive terminal on starter solenoid. Load test battery to prove it is in good condition, just being charged is no indication at to it's condition.

Mark (mhpautos)
Nov 26, 2007 at 3:26 AM
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