My car wants to start but it won't, and the lights dim when I try to start it. what could be the problem?
Jan 8, 2011 at 7:41 PM
Starting problem
THINTHIN54
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A near dead battery. Go have it tested to see if it is up to snuff. Cold weather kills marginal (works fine during warmer weather) batteries !
Ford Man in Michigan
Ford Man in Michigan
Jan 8, 2011 at 9:16 PM
fully charge the battery and have it load tested at a parts store. Most will do it for free. If the battery checks good, you need to have the starter checked to make sure it isn't drawing too many amps. Finally, if the battery is good, the starter is good and it runs for awhile, have the alternator checked to make sure it is recharging the battery properly.
Jan 13, 2011 at 1:02 PM
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