Will not start, still has power?

2006 HYUNDAI ELANTRA
124,000 MILES
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AUSSIEDRIVER
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The lights and everything turn on so not a drained battery. It sounds like it wants to start but has no juice. So, not a clicking sound, just sounds really sad, lol. It was running pretty well before for the age/miles.
Wondering if it might be an easy fix or if it’s time to go to the graveyard.
Nov 5, 2022 at 4:20 AM
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SATURNTECH9
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Even thoug the lights still work doesn't mean you don't have a battery issue.To start the engine it takes a lot more energy here is a link to how to load test the batteryLet me know what you find.www.2carpros.com/articles/car-battery-load-test
Nov 5, 2022 at 7:27 AM
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