car doesn't start

2006 MAZDA 6
40,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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ROXANNE15
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We were told the old battery wasn't good so we bought a new battery and the car still doesn't turn on
Mar 11, 2016 at 10:50 AM
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HMAC300
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try resetting security system if no manual look online for your car
Mar 11, 2016 at 12:01 PM
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ROXANNE15
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Could it be fuel pump or spark plugs
Mar 11, 2016 at 12:28 PM
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HMAC300
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it may be pump, but try the security reset all cars have them from about 1998
Mar 11, 2016 at 12:34 PM
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ROXANNE15
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Been trying to figure out where the security system is or how to reset it looked online still can't figure it out do you have an idea where it might be or how to do it
Mar 11, 2016 at 1:32 PM
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HMAC300
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just lock and unlock the front door with a key, that resets it, if that doesn't do it you have some other problem. If still not starting, scan for codes and check fuel pressure with a gauge
Mar 11, 2016 at 3:50 PM
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