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Old May 17, 2022 | 01:57 PM
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Twice now at random intervals when I hit the start button. I'll hear the engine start to crank and then it just stops. So far when I try it a second time it starts up fine.

Is there an issue brewing or do these cars do this once in a while? Starter or solenoid going bad?
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Could be a bad battery in your FOB.
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Does the dash display go blank and then reset? If so, it's a possible starter solenoid failure problem.
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Could be a bad battery in your FOB.
Good point!
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Originally Posted by HOXXOH
Does the dash display go blank and then reset? If so, it's a possible starter solenoid failure problem.
I haven't notice the green digital display, I'll keep an eye out. The gauges and lights continue their startup routine the same as if the engine had started or I had put the car in run mode.
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