Replaced battery, now engine will not crank

2009 SUBARU LEGACY
225,000 MILES
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JAYVEE1121
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I just changed my car battery like i had done many times before. Dash lights up, clock works, but when i try to crank the car there is one click and all lights go out and to repeat the battery has to be disconnected and reconnected.
Feb 11, 2021 at 10:41 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

You have a weak connection. Recheck the battery terminals to make sure the terminals are not corroded and they are tight. I realize the battery is new, but check the cables.
Take a look through this link. It explains exactly what you described.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/everything-goes-dead-when-engine-is-cranked

Let me know if that helps you or if you have other questions.

Take care and God Bless,

Joe
Feb 11, 2021 at 5:36 PM
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