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Battery/starter

Tiny
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I have a 97 Ford Escort. Recently when I start the car it sounds as if it is struggling to turn over, but then it always did, until the other day. Tried to start it and it wouldn't budge, but all lights and everything were still working. I then got a boost, but each time I go to start it now, it sounds like it may not. It helps if I put my foot on the gas while starting. Do you think I need a new battery or is it something else? Thanks for any help you can give me.
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Sunday, November 19th, 2006 AT 6:52 PM

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Tiny
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You can take your car to an autozone or some autoparts and repair shops, they usually can check your battery and charging system for free.
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Sunday, November 19th, 2006 AT 7:03 PM
Tiny
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Have a fuel pressure test run. If the fuel pressure is low, try replacing the fuel filter. If that doesn't work, you may try replacing the fuel pump. Sounds like the engine is starving for gas.
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Sunday, November 19th, 2006 AT 11:51 PM
Tiny
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It wouldn't matter if you put your foot on the gas or not it is fue injected so your not putting any more fuel into the motor check the battery
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Monday, November 20th, 2006 AT 2:31 PM

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