No crank, no start, no power?

2005 BUICK CENTURY
185,000 MILES • 3.1L • 6 CYL • 2WD
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LDJUMPER27
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Car stalled going down the road. Couldn't get it to start. Now I have a fully charged battery, a good starter and alternator. I have zero power throughout. No dash or headlights.
Dec 4, 2024 at 4:09 PM
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It sounds like the positive battery cable needs to be replaced. here is how which should fix the problem. Also, make sure the battery cables and clean and secure.

This guide can help:

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

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Dec 5, 2024 at 6:41 AM
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