1999 Mitsubishi Mirage Jump Car Start

1999 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE
152,000 MILES
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why do i have to jump my car to start
Dec 15, 2012 at 8:22 PM
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FIXITMR
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how often? every time? could be bad battery, weak alternator, bad connections, weak state, OR excessive drain on battery when car is off. have battery/alternator tested for free at chain autostore.
Dec 15, 2012 at 8:27 PM
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FREEMBA
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Have the charging system and battery checked at a place like advance auto parts, O'rielly's, or autozone (they provide this service for free). This can help to determine the problem and the diagnosis won't cost you anything.
Dec 15, 2012 at 8:32 PM
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