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Batteries not dead, car wont start
#1
Batteries not dead, car wont start
So this morning I tried to start my car, but the engine wont turn. When I turn the key all the electrical components (radio, lights etc) shut off, no distinct sounds from the engine, and the airbag light blinks (don't know if that is significant). The car started perfectly fine yesterday, not sure what is wrong.
Any ideas?
Any ideas?
#4
That doesn't mean anything. Unless the battery is load tested you can't tell anything not to mention most forum goes buy the cheapest parts possible you have to consider if you bought a bogus battery it may be dead, hell I've seen OEM batteries die after 3 years too.
#6
...not to mention, the 05-09's are notorious for the alternators crapping out.
I agree with the others, don't rely on what the instrument panel is telling you. All that means is that it's pulling enough charge to light the necessary gauges. Test the battery and alternator.
You'd also be well advised to get in the habit of turning everything off every time you get out of the car. The CD player especially in those model years will still draw a charge if you turn off the car with it on.
Try unhooking the battery cables for a few minutes and try again, jump it if necessary then test everything for correct voltage
I agree with the others, don't rely on what the instrument panel is telling you. All that means is that it's pulling enough charge to light the necessary gauges. Test the battery and alternator.
You'd also be well advised to get in the habit of turning everything off every time you get out of the car. The CD player especially in those model years will still draw a charge if you turn off the car with it on.
Try unhooking the battery cables for a few minutes and try again, jump it if necessary then test everything for correct voltage
#7
Havent tried jumping it yet, but I got the alternator replaced by the dealership a couple years back. They were recalled apparently.
I replaced the OEM radio already and everything was off when I got in the car, I'm really good about that.
I replaced the OEM radio already and everything was off when I got in the car, I'm really good about that.
#8
Good deal! Check the alternator anyways...they may have been recalled, but all of the replacements are refurbs from my understanding. They fail at some point on the 05-09's, just not enough of them under warranty or in general. Better off with an aftermarket one at some point.
#9
Good deal! Check the alternator anyways...they may have been recalled, but all of the replacements are refurbs from my understanding. They fail at some point on the 05-09's, just not enough of them under warranty or in general. Better off with an aftermarket one at some point.
I always thought aftermarket was so hit or miss with this area of parts though too. Refurb isn't terrible. Just think of it like "New with all the bugs worked out" haha!