Alarm just sounded off and quit?

2005 CHEVROLET MALIBU
100,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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MAYSHIR
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I noticed that the door on the passenger side wasn't closed all the way, so I pushed on it. I then tried to unlock the car door with the key but wasn't able too. It keeps clicking like it's going to unlock but doesn't.
Nov 28, 2022 at 2:12 PM
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This happens when the battery goes dead, can you turn the headlights on and see if they are bright? This guide can help:

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

If the battery fails, this guide can help walk you through the battery replacement with instructions below to show you how on your car.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-a-car-battery

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Nov 29, 2022 at 1:54 AM
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