Not cranking over

2011 MAZDA 2
75,000 MILES • 4 CYL • MANUAL
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KATIELINDSAY1
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The battery, alternator and starter on my car just had to be replaced because my car wouldnt start after sitting for 3 days in -25 degree weather. Just wondering how all of these break at once in a 2011 car.
Feb 3, 2015 at 2:50 PM
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WRENCHTECH
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It sounds like the battery went bad and they did the alternator in case on of the diodes is going out which will take out the new battery. Also if the starter is pulling too many amps they will replace the starter as well. It sounds like they did a complete job which most places won't go to the bother. Use 2CarPros anytime, we are here to help. Please tell a friend.
Feb 3, 2015 at 3:07 PM
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