Will not start, malfunction message appeared?

Tiny
JMORANDA805
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  • 2020 NISSAN ALTIMA
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 67,000 MILES
When trying to start my vehicle it won’t start. The screen is saying malfunction. It’s making a clicking/buzzing sound after trying to start the car. It starts after jumping it with several tries and starts as normal for a while then the same issue all over again. Does this sound battery relate or is it likely something else?
Monday, August 14th, 2023 AT 5:35 PM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Yes, the battery sounds bad. To be sure this guide can help us:

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

If it fails, here is how to change the battery out. Here is a generic guide to help you step by step with instructions in the diagrams below to show you how on your car:

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

Check out the images (below). Please let us know how it goes.
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Tuesday, August 15th, 2023 AT 10:26 AM

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