I installed the battery backwards

Tiny
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  • 2005 TOYOTA TUNDRA
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I installed the battery backwards. Heard a whinning type of sound. I quickly corrected it but truck would not start. Replaced 140 amp fuse link. All lights setas, and all other powerr áreas work but truck wont start. What could ir be?

Friday, April 5th, 2013 AT 3:11 AM

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Tiny
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Does it crank or cranks but fails to fire up?
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Friday, April 5th, 2013 AT 4:18 PM
Tiny
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I did the same thing and it cranks but doesn't fire. What do I need to fix?
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Wednesday, September 18th, 2013 AT 1:52 PM
Tiny
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Start with checking all the fuses, especially those under hood.

Go to link below for more information on how to go about.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-cranks-but-wont-start

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Thursday, September 19th, 2013 AT 5:17 AM

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