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Old Oct 4, 2021 | 07:29 PM
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After replacing the battery, my 2005 will not start. Any suggestions?
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After replacing the battery, my 2005 will not start. Any suggestions?
Make sure bat is good, even if its new.
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Old Oct 5, 2021 | 09:28 AM
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And make sure it is properly charged !!…12.66 volts is fully charged and make sure the battery terminals are clean and tight !!
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Old Oct 5, 2021 | 10:15 AM
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Done and done! Now the alarm is going off, but still won't start!
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Well, at least you don't have to worry about anyone stealing it.......oh, wait.
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Jiggle the wires running to the starter solenoid. If it starts, there's your problem.
The solenois is known to fail from heat cracking it causing the terminal to short out.
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