Electrical issues

2007 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX
125,000 MILES • V6 • AUTOMATIC
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AMBER MELLINGTON
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A few times in the past few months my car did not want to start and out of no where there will be no lights not anything. Then after a few times the cars lights come on my horn goes off and the car locked the doors soon after this happens a few more tries and the car starts. I have to give it a bit of gas after this but it will start. I have had the battery, starter and alternator checked everything was good. But today the car was working fine all day then when i got off work went to my car and nothing again no lights no start nothing. I tried for about thirty minutes once in awhile the car lights work come on for a second then shut right back off and i heard a tick sound. Sounded like it came from my dash. Finally someone jumped my car and it started right up. What could be causing this?
Jul 9, 2016 at 4:47 PM
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HMAC300
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try resetting security system see pic if it continues have it scanned for codes to see if something wrong with system.
Jul 10, 2016 at 9:00 AM
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RENEE L
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Hi Amber,

Here is a link to an article that features written step by step instructions and pictures explaining how to do the scan yourself, also I have included a link to our YouTube channel with a how to video on code scanning. Most scanners are inexpensive to purchase, you can purchase one online from sites like Amazon.com

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing

https://youtu.be/YV3TRZwer8k

Once you have the codes please get back to us so that we can further assist you. We are always happy to help.

Thank you for visiting 2CarPros.com.

Kindest regards,

Renee
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