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Question: Tries to start but wont turn over.

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rpmyers1, Leander, TX, December 24, 2009, 06:20
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I replaced some dashboard lights and rear brakes and now the car wont start.
The starter turns but the engine wont turn over.

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    Bret Bodas December 24, 2009, 10:46
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    Try jump starting the battery, maybe the key was left on while making the repairs and it is too weak to start the engine?

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