starting the car

2004 MITSUBISHI LANCER
25,461,233 MILES • 2.0L • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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MARTHA ROLLESTON
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when I put the key in the ignition turn key to the on position all the reds lights up some times the fans start up then when I turn the key to start up nothing happens. i noticed the clock blacks out and the fans also cuts out has it got something to do with the key?
Oct 26, 2016 at 5:33 PM
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JIS001
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Have the battery checked out. Most auto parts store will do that for you if you remove it and take it over to them. Battery may have a bad cell where there is juice to power up accessories but not enough to crank the vehicle over. Let us know what they find.
Oct 26, 2016 at 8:26 PM
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RENEE L
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Hi MARTHA,

If you decide to check the condition of your battery yourself here is a link to helpful information from this site that features written instructions, pictures and a video explaining how to load test your battery yourself.

If you need further assistance please come back to 2CarPros.com. We are always happy to help.

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

Thank you for visiting 2CarPros.

Kindest regards,

Renee
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Oct 28, 2016 at 3:27 PM
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