1998 Ford Fairmont wont start

1998 FORD FAIRMONT
180,000 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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RICKMYA
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hey guys ive replaced battery then went to start i got ignition lights but nothing happens i noticed on the bottom left hand side of dash(while turning key ) a brake symbol with an exclaimationmark in it appears hope you can help regards Rick
Jul 18, 2009 at 8:27 PM
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HMAC300
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check to see if you are getting power to the starter, if not you may have burnt a fusible link wire. they are available at auto part stores and are either on the starter or starter solenoid
Oct 16, 2009 at 7:43 PM
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