1996 Lexus ES 300 car wont crank

1996 LEXUS ES 300
200,000 MILES • 4.0L • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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ERIC1107
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put key in ignition, car will not start,head lights come on,horn will blow. radio wont play, dashboard lights wont come on and the windows wont go up or down. I have checked all the fuses and relays and they all were working. let it sit for hours then came back and it still did not start. what do you think that iss
Dec 7, 2013 at 9:16 AM
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FREEMBA
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Try starting the car with the lights on. Observe the lights while turning the key to START. If they go out or dim significantly, the battery is weak and should be charged (many auto parts stores will recharge your battery for free).
If not, try tapping on the started with a hammer or other suitable object while an assistant holds the key in the START position. If the engine now cranks over, you have a faulty started.
If not, clean the battery cable and check both cable for tightness and cleanliness of the connections at both ends of each battery cable.
Dec 7, 2013 at 9:39 AM
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