Engine will not crank but dash illuminates

2002 FORD FIESTA
180,000 MILES
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my car petrol wont start, when I switch the key on the dash illuminates but try to crank it there is nothing. an EAC fail message shows on the dash and it will be flashing. does the EAC problem cause the car not to start or crank? or it is another problem which is there?
Jul 31, 2019 at 5:18 PM
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Hello,

It sounds like the battery needs to be replaced but to be sure lets run down this guide.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-battery-load-test

Please run down this guide and report back.

Aug 2, 2019 at 5:42 AM
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