Car will not start?

2008 BUICK ENCLAVE
356,625 MILES • V6 • AUTOMATIC
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MARCUS WHITE
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Every time I try to crank up my car it will make a sound but won't turn over. what do I need to do?
Nov 5, 2022 at 10:00 AM
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SATURNTECH9
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What kind of sound are you hearing and where is the sound coming from? Is the engine turning over? Or is it a no crank no start?
Nov 5, 2022 at 10:58 AM
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STRAILER
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It sounds like the battery is weak, this guide can help confirm the problem:

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

If so, this generic guide will show how to change the battery and instructions in the images below to show you on your car:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-a-car-battery

Check out the images (below). Please let us know what you find. We are interested to see what it is.


Nov 5, 2022 at 11:39 AM
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