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    Aug 8, 2014, 07:28 AM
    Why does my 1998 Honda Civic refuse to start when jumped?
    My wife's 1998 Honda Civic suddenly wouldn't start this morning. It's been running fine, but when she turned the key she got no response at all.

    I disengaged the battery terminals, cleaned them, and reconnected them. Then I jumped the car with my own. That time it cranked, but still wouldn't start.

    Any suggestions?
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    Aug 8, 2014, 07:57 AM
    Does it have gas? Do you know anyone with a code scanner tool?
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    Aug 8, 2014, 08:07 AM
    First things first...the battery needs to be fully charged and tested, then go from there.
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    Aug 8, 2014, 10:35 AM
    Install a new battery, after having it fully charged. Most new batteries need to be charged for 3.5 hours, on a 6 amp charger, before they are fully charged. Keep in mind that alternators are battery maintainers, not chargers--they can be burned out by trying to charge a severely discharged battery. Ensure battery terminals and cable connections are clean and tight.

    Jumping a modern-day vehicle is dangerous--a spark or voltage spike can easily fry an ECM. Only do it as an absolute last resort.
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