Alarm just sounded off and quit?

Tiny
MAYSHIR
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  • 2005 CHEVROLET MALIBU
  • 6 CYL
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 100,000 MILES
I noticed that the door on the passenger side wasn't closed all the way, so I pushed on it. I then tried to unlock the car door with the key but wasn't able too. It keeps clicking like it's going to unlock but doesn't.
Monday, November 28th, 2022 AT 10:12 PM

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Tiny
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This happens when the battery goes dead, can you turn the headlights on and see if they are bright? This guide can help:

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

If the battery fails, this guide can help walk you through the battery replacement with instructions below to show you how on your car.

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

Check out the images (below). Please let us know what happens.

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Tuesday, November 29th, 2022 AT 9:54 AM

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